Baby, it’s cold outside! About 8″ of fresh snow is lying peacefully across my yard and the temperature is 0 degrees! Soup and a few dozen cups of tea are a priority today!
This soup is loaded with the goodness of leeks which have been shown to help improve digestion, combat heart disease, reduce inflammation, and even help fight against cancer.
It comes together rather quickly and is just as good on days 2 and 3 as it is on day 1!
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Ask anyone that knows their beans, especially vegans, just how nutritious and delicious chickpeas are, and they are low in fat! One cup contains 269 calories and a whopping 14.5 grams of protein with only 4 grams of fat. In addition, if you are looking to increase your fiber, chickpeas contain 12.5 grams along with 80.4 mg of calcium and nearly 80 mg of magnesium.
Chickpeas contain all nine essential amino acids which make them a complete protein, necessary building blocks that keep bodies functioning properly.
And, with the spinach, this soup is one of the healthiest in my repertoire and is also fantastic when you have a cold or flu.
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The word Eurasian means a combination of European, or European American, and Asian cultures. When I made this recipe I was trying to create crispy-crunchy Brussels sprouts that had an emphasis on Italian flavors. My decision to use Pad Thai rice noodles seemed like just the perfect and unexpected accompaniment to the dish. Additionally, the rice noodles are gluten-free so, in my mind, a winner!
You can serve the Brussels Sprouts on their own as a side dish or mixed with traditional pasta but I would strongly suggest you first try using rice noodles.
I went light on the red pepper flakes, which can be adjusted to individual taste. I used the CHICKENLESS Better than Bouillon however the vegetable variety would also work great.
This dish also works great for leftovers but I recommend adding a splash of water and a drizzle of olive oil before reheating.
ENJOY!
Hi, I'm Roxanne.
Thanks for stopping by and welcome to my site.
My family heritage is Italian and French so needless to say, I love preparing meals for family, friends and anyone with an appetite and the openness to try something new.
Please make yourself at home and enjoy! I look forward to your comments and suggestions, feel free to send me a note through the Contact Page.
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