tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1957782103763272580.post6770170217094091875..comments2024-03-17T15:44:09.282-07:00Comments on In Erika's Kitchen: Superfoods Month: Paula Deen and creamy kale soupErika Kerekeshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05634307142866395851noreply@blogger.comBlogger13125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1957782103763272580.post-19107551207151302772013-02-24T18:32:20.309-08:002013-02-24T18:32:20.309-08:00@Nutella - I'm so glad you liked it! I recentl...@Nutella - I'm so glad you liked it! I recently learned that all the potassium in kale is in the stems, so if your blender is powerful enough, you probably could leave the stems in. Either way, though, isn't it great to see kids loving greens?Erika Kerekeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05634307142866395851noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1957782103763272580.post-70004741461217159392013-02-24T18:09:02.453-08:002013-02-24T18:09:02.453-08:00We made this tonight,, and the 2 1/2 year old said...We made this tonight,, and the 2 1/2 year old said "this kale is delicious, mommy." !!!<br /><br />We used a bag of frozen kale from Trader Joe's, and took out all the stems.<br /><br />I did cook the onions and garlic in bacon fat (leftover from breakfast) and we topped it with some crumbled bacon and a dollop of creme fraiche. To round this out for a larger group, I might add moreNutella Nuttersonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05252664417738447282noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1957782103763272580.post-89485345027527453722013-01-16T06:40:49.291-08:002013-01-16T06:40:49.291-08:00@Megan - I would never have thought of adding carr...@Megan - I would never have thought of adding carrot, but I bet it cuts the kale's bitterness a bit. Glad you found the recipe useful. Thanks for letting me know!Erika Kerekeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05634307142866395851noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1957782103763272580.post-56702957881354836932013-01-15T13:46:04.823-08:002013-01-15T13:46:04.823-08:00This recipe is a fantastic bit of culinary framewo...This recipe is a fantastic bit of culinary framework that works beautifully as written and lends itself well to minor adaptations: I subbed a carrot for the potato, and it was fantastic. I've also made it with a couple of different kinds of greens, and it works well there, too. I'm so happy to have it in my arsenal! Thanks so much!MeganRomerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07593658541021622022noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1957782103763272580.post-63975249687632674812012-01-24T17:44:50.041-08:002012-01-24T17:44:50.041-08:00AAAAAAAH. Green garlic season! I am ready!!!!AAAAAAAH. Green garlic season! I am ready!!!!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12845457416798619683noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1957782103763272580.post-90960407631276409972012-01-24T06:58:16.658-08:002012-01-24T06:58:16.658-08:00Dena - thank you for the very kind words. I was in...Dena - thank you for the very kind words. I was intending to give up the Superfoods thing after January, but I'm enjoying it so much that I think I will continue to write about Superfoods recipes now and then. It's almost green garlic season, after all!Erika Kerekeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05634307142866395851noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1957782103763272580.post-23486975756013395102012-01-24T04:09:10.253-08:002012-01-24T04:09:10.253-08:00I am loving your super-foods month and all the rec...I am loving your super-foods month and all the recipes. There is an honesty in your work. I share your generosity toward Paula Deen, too. I have only seen her show (by accident) a couple of times. Like most TV chefs, I came to think of her show more as entertainment and less about cooking/eating well. I admire the strength of her career and the loyal following she developed. But I think anyone Denahttp://www.gathering-flavors.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1957782103763272580.post-22560468791982961442012-01-23T06:58:43.122-08:002012-01-23T06:58:43.122-08:00Bill - I have nothing against cream (in small quan...Bill - I have nothing against cream (in small quantities, not Paula Deen quantities). A splash of cream would do very well here. Enjoy and report back!Erika Kerekeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05634307142866395851noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1957782103763272580.post-82956682276817614152012-01-23T06:42:43.662-08:002012-01-23T06:42:43.662-08:00So if i was trying to eliminate the carbs (kinda a...So if i was trying to eliminate the carbs (kinda against your entire "wholesome" article, but its how I eat, and tis recipe sounds interesting) perhaps heavy whipping cresm gets the job done too....will try and advise..thanks!Billhttp://yahoo.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1957782103763272580.post-34904163078720508002012-01-22T15:16:35.858-08:002012-01-22T15:16:35.858-08:00Bill - the potato thickens the soup and gives it a...Bill - the potato thickens the soup and gives it a creamy texture. You could use a half cup of cooked rice if you prefer. A large bunch of kale is the size of the bunches I get at Whole Foods or the farmers market. Maybe 6 to 8 cups when stripped and chopped. But precise measurements in a recipe like this aren't super important....Erika Kerekeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05634307142866395851noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1957782103763272580.post-49663831480860992592012-01-22T15:11:08.115-08:002012-01-22T15:11:08.115-08:00Thanks Erika. I agree with you that bloggers do te...Thanks Erika. I agree with you that bloggers do tend to reflect more balance, if only because we are generally shooting what we have just made, as opposed to having the time, budget, and luxury to shoot themed foods or ultra-rich foods. My blog definitely is in the healthy foods column, with a few treats here and there. Which is how I eat, day in and day out. Thanks for a thoughtful post and a Stephanie Weaverhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12050238785059672987noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1957782103763272580.post-18287203256349084542012-01-22T15:03:20.230-08:002012-01-22T15:03:20.230-08:00How important is the potato? And what "exactl...How important is the potato? And what "exactly" is a large bunch?Billhttp://yahoo.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1957782103763272580.post-9933885209210557482012-01-22T10:54:05.634-08:002012-01-22T10:54:05.634-08:00A beautiful soup and great words on a heated topic...A beautiful soup and great words on a heated topic these days. <br /><br />I am disappointed in Paula Deen. I have never been a huge fan of hers, but I do believe that celebrities should have a sense of responsibility when it comes to their image and their lifestyle. Yes, we as individuals need to take responsibility for ourselves, but television has such an influence in what most people kitchenarianhttp://www.thekitchenarian.com/noreply@blogger.com