This is a truly delicious soup!!! The effort to prepare it is well worth it. I urge everyone to make this soup as a special treat, and give a break to counting calories when you eat it!!! Ingredients 1 pound bacon, chopped 2 stalks celery, diced 1 onion, chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 8 potatoes, peeled and cubed 4 cups chicken stock 1 cup half and half 2 teaspoons dried tarragon 3 teaspoons chopped cilantro Dash of Tabasco sauce Salt and pepper t ...
An authentic Italian-style risotto with my usual twists!!! It is so delicious and hence well worth the effort that is required!!! Makes a really hearty meal all by itself. Also complements grilled meats and chicken dishes very well. Check the rice by biting into it. It should be slightly al dente (or resist slightly to the tooth but not be hard in the center). Ingredients 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided 1/2 pound shrimp 1/2 pound squid tubes and/or cut into bite size pieces ...