More Tropical Treats: Pineapple Quick Bread

Most of us are familiar with the taste of banana bread, zucchini bread and pumpkin bread, but when was the last time you sunk your teeth into a sweet piece of pineapple bread? The popular tropical fruit, which is often associated with exotic libations, can really add a punch to a traditional quick bread recipe. Growing up in Hawaii my grandfather would add pineapple to just about all of his recipes (pineapple shrimp, pineapple chicken, grilled pineapple kabobs, etc.). Ironically, it was after devouring a batch of his homemade pineapple Popsicles that I discovered (after being rushed to the pediatrician’s … Continue reading

Celery & Carrot Soup

Celery & Carrot Soup 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1 small onion, minced 1 small carrot, peeled and thinly sliced 1 celery rib, thinly sliced 1/3 teaspoon dried tarragon 2 cups vegetable broth 1/2 cup dry white wine Heat the oil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Sauté onions until tender, approximately 5 minutes. Slowly stir in carrots, celery, and tarragon, cooking another 5 minutes, or until carrots are tender. Stir in vegetable broth and wine. Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer, and continue cooking 15 minutes longer. Serve hot.