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Smoked Sausage & Rice
One of my mom's friends and I were talking and she was reminiscing about going out to eat during the pandemic. One of her favorite soups...
Scott Johnson
Apr 11, 20213 min read
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Vichyssoise (Potato Leek Soup)
This is a soup that I was introduced to at Tersiguel's in Ellicott City. Though this recipe is different, it was one of the first...
Scott Johnson
Apr 6, 20213 min read
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African Groundnut Stew
As I've been making soups for this site sometimes I find a description of a soup that really intrigues me. This is one of those...
Scott Johnson
Mar 29, 20212 min read
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New Brunswick Stew
Though there is not complete consensus as to where New Brunswick Stew originated from, one thing for certain is that it is a classic...
Scott Johnson
Mar 24, 20212 min read
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Virginia Peanut Soup
This isn't a soup that I've made while working at restaurants. Actually, I rarely use peanuts in restaurants because it's one of the...
Scott Johnson
Mar 14, 20212 min read
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Matzo Ball Soup
This is a soup that is almost always different. From the vegetables used in the soup, to the ingredients that make up the balls the...
Scott Johnson
Mar 9, 20213 min read
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Beer & Cheese Soup
When I was working at Calhoun's Brewery in Harrisonburg we had three soups on the menu. Vegetarian Black Bean, Chili Con Carne, and Beer...
Scott Johnson
Mar 2, 20212 min read
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Crabmeat & Asparagus Soup
When I was an undergraduate in Harrisonburg, VA there was a Vietnamese restaurant, Saigon Cafe, that I frequented. It was inexpensive...
Scott Johnson
Feb 27, 20213 min read
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"Mole Style" Chili Con Carne
Chili is one of those dishes that a lot of people make. There are so many different approaches to making chili, from vegetables, types...
Scott Johnson
Feb 22, 20213 min read
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Chicken and Sausage Gumbo
Gumbo is a hearty, warming stew that can be made in numerous ways, and with numerous proteins. It's perfect on a cold day, or on a day...
Scott Johnson
Feb 21, 20213 min read
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Lobster Bisque
This is another one of those soups that I don't make too often, mainly because I don't keep lobster on my menus. I normally will plan it...
Scott Johnson
Jan 26, 20213 min read
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Lentil & Sausage Soup
This is one of those soups that I honestly can't remember when I started making it. The components of this soup are ones that I...
Scott Johnson
Jan 13, 20213 min read
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Loaded Baked Potato
This soup is a staple in almost any restaurant, especially if they serve baked potatoes regularly or as a special. It's a great way to...
Scott Johnson
Jan 11, 20212 min read
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Thai Chili Salmon
This is another one of those soups that evolved from a dinner entree I have run in the past. Normally, when I've done this for an...
Scott Johnson
Jan 3, 20213 min read
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Turkey and Wild Rice
I always enjoy making soups that are a touch different. For this particular soup I wanted to use up my leftovers from Thanksgiving, but...
Scott Johnson
Dec 19, 20202 min read
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Golden Curry Beef with Togarashi Rice
When I worked at Sixth Engine I was introduced to Golden Curry brand Japanese curry. It comes in differing heat scales but has a nice...
Scott Johnson
Dec 6, 20202 min read
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Pork & Apple Stew
I've made this soup a few times in a restaurant setting, though normally when I pair these flavors I make it as a main course. With...
Scott Johnson
Nov 15, 20202 min read
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Hot & Sour Soup
This is one of those soups that I grew up eating. When we went out to eat we frequented the multitude of Chinese food restaurants in the...
Scott Johnson
Nov 11, 20204 min read
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Smoked Beef Borscht
Borscht is one of those soups that I have been making for years. It's a hearty winter soup, that uses root vegetables, and normally has...
Scott Johnson
Oct 27, 20203 min read
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Mushroom & Barley with Chicken
This is one of those soups that I make almost every year when winter starts to come on. There are normally a couple of variations when I...
Scott Johnson
Oct 18, 20203 min read
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