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Cream of Broccoli Soup Recipe

The basic ingredients of cream of broccoli soup, such as broccoli, broth and cream, are rarely changed, but the other ingredients that can be added are nearly limitless. Many choose to add other vegetables such as onions, carrots, celery or potatoes to add flavorings and texture however many other vegetables are suitable as well. Similarly, cheese is a popular addition, creating a broccoli cheese soup. Preparation methods can be varied as well, with an option to create the soup in a slow cooker.

updated 2010-08-05 17:33:45

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How to Make Roasted Red Pepper Soup

1. Line the bottom of the oven with a sheet of aluminum foil.  Preheat oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit.  
   
2. Place the whole red peppers directly on the oven racks and roast for about 40-45 minutes.  Turn them about every 15 minutes to allow them to cook evenly.
3. Put the roasted peppers in the large mixing bowl and cover with additional aluminum foil.  Let the peppers cool.
4. Heat the cooking oil in the large skillet over medium-high heat.  Stir in the onion, carrots, celery and garlic.
5. Cover and allow the vegetables to sweat, but not brown, in the saucepan.  Stir occasionally and cook for about 10 minutes.
6. Remove the peppers from the mixing bowl, reserving the liquid that has formed.  Peel the skin from the roasted red peppers and remove the seeds and stems.  
7. Add enough boiling water to the sweating vegetables in the saucepan to cover them.
8. Place the peeled red peppers in a blender.  Transfer the vegetables from the saucepan to the blender using the ladle or slotted spoon.
9. Process the peppers and vegetables in the blender until smooth.  This should create a thick red mixture.
10. Add to the blender the liquid from the roasted peppers and part of the liquid remaining in the saucepan.  Season the mixture with salt to taste.
11. Process the mixture again, adding more liquid to create a thick soup-like texture.  
12. Transfer to a serving bowl.  Top with creme fraiche, if desired, then serve.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FN0-nwII_3g 

updated 2011-03-05 01:39:24

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Easy Vegetable Beef Soup Recipe

Most vegetable beef recipes use a beef broth base, however a tomato base can also be used. Beef is most often prepared in chunks, browned in a skillet or saucepan before other ingredients are added. The type and amount of vegetables can vary in numerous ways, with each recipe having a specific selection of vegetables. Onion, celery, potatoes and corn are standard favorites, however nearly any vegetable can be used.http://allrecipes.com//Recipe/marthas-vegetable-beef-soup/Detail.aspx

updated 2010-08-13 20:26:33

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Basic Chili Recipes

• Texas Chili recipes are often cooked without beans. Spices are added such as chili powder or chili peppers and the main ingredient of ground beef.http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes-and-cooking/chili-facts-and-preparation-guide/index.html

• Cincinnati Chili is a thin variation of chili and resembles soup. This type of chili can be seen spooned over spaghetti noodles and topped with cheese.http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes-and-cooking/chili-facts-and-preparation-guide/index.html

• New Orleans Chili is prepared traditionally, but is served over a dish of prepared rice. http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes-and-cooking/chili-facts-and-preparation-guide/index.html

• Meat in chili can be either ground beef, ground turkey or ground chicken.

• Cornbread is commonly served with chili. Casserole recipes can be used to incorporate a cornbread topping over a dish of chili and baked.

updated 2010-08-09 12:10:58

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Soup Recipes

Like a good soup, a quality flavor base is also created with four different elements; aromatics, oil or fat, salt and heat. Aromatics are the vegetables that provide the different flavors, while the other ingredients are the keys to extracting those flavors out of them. Different cultures have a variety of basics that they use in their base, for instance, the French often rely on a combination of celery, onion and carrot. In Latin cooking, they often substitute the carrot for green pepper to get their distinctive flavor. http://www.homemade-soup-recipes.com/flavor-base.html

Fat and cooking oil are useful in two ways, they receive the heat from the stove top, effectively cooking the vegetables that it surrounds, as well as receiving the flavor that is given off from the aromatics. High quality oils such as grapeseed break down in high heat, so it is better to use a basic olive oil or other vegetable oils. Bacon fat or butter can also work well, since they are already very flavorful, but butter might need to be combined with another oil to withstand the heat of sauteeing. http://www.homemade-soup-recipes.com/flavor-base.html

Salt is useful for drawing the moisture out of the vegetables, and making the entire mixture more flavorful as a result. It effectively covers any bitterness that might exist in the soup, as well as activating the taste buds so that each flavor of the recipe is experienced more effectively. http://www.homemade-soup-recipes.com/flavor-base.html

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updated 2010-08-30 03:13:58

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Creole Seafood Stew Recipe

Unlike Gumbo that is traditionally prepared using a roux, Creole Seafood Stew is made using either a roux, or a broth base. The vegetables that are added are used to enhance the flavor and add spice including airmatics, such as celery and parsley, and garlic and peppers for heat. The sausage that is added to the stew can be Andouille, traditionally seen in Creole and Cajun cuisine, or any sausage that suits individual tastes, like Kielbasa. Any fish, with a sweeter mild taste, goes well with the flavors of the Creole Seafood Stew, but any kind of fish or seafood can be used in the recipe, including salmon, clams, and crawfish. http://www.wholefoodsmarket.com/recipes/412<ref> http://uwf.edu/tprewitt/sofood/past.htm

updated 2010-08-12 19:13:14

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Cauliflower Soup Recipes

Cauliflower soup can receive additional flavor from added cheeses. http://www.bbcgoodfood.com/recipes/3327/cauliflower-cheese-soup

1. The soup may also contain other vegetables like broccoli, celery, and carrots. http://www.cooks.com/rec/view/0,1648,148185-225201,00.html
2. Cauliflower can be substituted in potato soup recipes or can be added in addition to the potatoes. http://www.savory-soup-recipes.com/potato-cauliflower-and-cheddar-soup.html
3. May be combined with a chicken and chicken broth for a meat and vegetable soup. http://www.cooks.com/rec/view/0,1839,146183-224195,00.html

updated 2010-08-08 00:56:04

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Beef Stew Recipe With Tomato Juice, Onions, Potatoes, and Carrots

All variations of beef stew use beef and liquid. Ingredients may include juice or fresh tomatoes as sources of liquid, and may also include carrots and potatoes as well as other items that hold their shapes when simmered. Boeuf bourguignon is one recipe that calls for wine as well as vegetables.http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/Boeuf-Bourguignon-104754<ref> Another choice is beef ragout which tends to be an even thicker variant.<ref>http://www.cooks.com/rec/search/0,1-0,beef_ragout,FF.html

updated 2011-01-19 09:17:03

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Chowder Recipes

Chowder can be made in many variations including the following:

1. A salmon chowder can use either fresh fish or the canned product.http://www.chowderrecipes.net/
2. Corn chowder can be made from fresh, frozen or canned corn. It may be made with a Mexican style, or can be a creamy chowder. It may be accompanied by chicken or crab or may include cheeses.http://allrecipes.com/Recipes/Soups-Stews-and-Chili/Chowders/Corn-Chowder/Top.aspx
3. Manhattan Clam Chowder includes tomatoes.http://www.cajun-recipes.com/html/gumbo/40833.htm
4. A seafood chowder recipe may include shrimp, crab, clams, or other fish ingredients. Seasonings may vary depending on the desired taste. A Mexican Seafood Chowder might include corn and green chili as ingredients.http://www.cajun-recipes.com/html/gumbo/31165.htm

updated 2010-08-09 02:17:41

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