Ina’s Fresh Pea Soup

2 tablespoons unsalted butter 2 cups chopped leeks, white and light green parts (2 leeks) 1 cup chopped yellow onion 4 cups chicken stock, preferably homemade 5 cups freshly shelled peas or 2 (10-ounce) packages frozen peas 2/3 cup chopped fresh mint leaves, loosely packed 2 teaspoons kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black […]

East Coast Halibut and Potato Chowder

2 tablespoons canola oil 1 1/2 cups finely chopped onion 1 1/2 tablespoons minced garlic 1 tablespoon finely chopped shallots 1 bay leaf 2 teaspoons ground tumeric 2 cups peeled potatoes, cut into small to medium cubes 6 cups bottled clam juice 1/4 teaspoon of tabasco or other hot sauce Fresh black pepper to […]

French Onion Soup

Explanation not required! It can be served as a side or a main course. […]