Soup

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Plantain Soup This recipe can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Rice sticks turn up in soups in many parts of Asia. This recipe was inspired by an aromatic soup offered at Bo Ky, a Vietnamese noodle parlor on Bayard Street in New York City.

Active time: 45 min Start to finish: 1 3/4 hr

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

A thick, rich soup that's very satisfying on a cold day, especially with warm tortillas or biscuits alongside.

Country bread and a salad of thickly sliced tomatoes sprinkled with oil, vinegar and crumbled bacon complete the supper. Strawberry tarts make a lovely finale.

Builds a simple meal around this very easy soup; just adds cheese and fruit to complete the menu.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

At Erna’s Elderberry House the ravioli-like dumplings are prepared with homemade pasta, but wonton wrappers make an easy substitute.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.