There is something therapeutic about grocery shopping. I enjoy walking through the aisles of grocery stores or farmers markets admiring the colorful seasonal produce. I get inspired by all the fresh produce and so many ideas run through my food-loving brain. Mesmerized by all the beautiful fruits and veggies, I often end up purchasing way too much. This turns into me struggling to stuff my refrigerator with the bounty. Since I hate throwing food away, I somehow have to figure out how to use up everything before it goes bad. This is exactly what happened when the broccoli and cauliflower were screaming, "Pick me! Pick me!"
Read MoreRoasted Tomato Soup Infused with Goat Cheese
Oh how comforting tomato soup can be on a cold rainy night. Ok not rainy because I live in California and it hasn't rained much for a really long time. But it has been getting a big chilly at night. All I can think of is taking a break from the books and bundling up in my warmest clothes, putting on fuzzy slippers, wrapping myself in a soft blanket and sipping on warm soup. On another note, I am almost finished with the first semester of grad school! Woohoo! I am looking forward to cooking more often during my break!
Read MoreCarrot-Tomato Soup
This soup brings back childhood memories. My mom used to pair this soup with her [potato-peas-carrot based] veggie burgers and they went so well together. The simplicity of the soup is what makes it so divine. Adding peas, corn and green beans is always a great option. You can also top it with croutons or toasted chickpeas. Seriously, this soup is so easy, delicious and versatile!
Read MoreVegetarian Ramen with Matcha Noodles
Remember my first try at Vegetarian Ramen?? Well, I made some revisions to that recipe to make it even more flavorful. So check it out.
Read MoreVegetarian Ramen
Ramen...the perfect comfort food and a staple in Japanese cuisine.
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