Make a soup out of (almost) anything
A simple framework for turning scraps, leftovers and good instincts into a deeply satisfying bowl
https://www.salon.com/2026/02/08/make-a-soup-out-of-almost-anything/
#Soup
#Lunch today, putting yesterday's #soup making into play.
Very tasty, very thick, deep-orange, roasted vegetable soup, with a bit of labneh.
Noodle nests in scale
Like many large Asian cities, the sheer number of people living in a relatively small space is a trademark. No difference in Phnom Penh, the capital of Cambodia and the largest city in the kingdom.
But as this is the Khmer capital, good food is just as important here as in the rest of the country. And making unique products is essential if you want to stand out in the competition for hungry stomachs.
Fresh made for the soup sold, dried for take away
This business produces egg noodles on a large scale, and whatever they don’t use in their own breakfast restaurant is sold as these dried noodle nests.
In this narrow side street between Orussey Market, Olympic Mall and the Central Market, there’s a steady flow of tuktuks, bicycles, cars and people. Fresh noodles served hot and fresh in a big bowl of rich broth with meat and vegetables street side: That is a rewarding start of the day. Listening to the city wakes up is audible spice.
When I asked the price was one and a half dollars per kilo of dried noodles. That’s a lot of noodles for the money.
Over the years, the business has expanded. The first time I saw this place, there was only a single row of drying racks. Last time, they had started with the double row in the background.
But the woman on the bicycle passed by unbothered both times.
#street #street life #khmer #khmerkitchen #khmerculture #kingdomofwonder #noodle #nest #PhnomPenh #bike #citylife #citywalk #dry #khmer #food #lifeisbeautiful #making #noodles #soup #streetfood #cambodia #visitcambodia #2019CE
Like many large Asian cities, the sheer number of people living in a relatively small space is a trademark. No difference in Phnom Penh, the capital of Cambodia and the largest city in the kingdom.
But as this is the Khmer capital, good food is just as important here as in the rest of the country. And making unique products is essential if you want to stand out in the competition for hungry stomachs.
Fresh made for the soup sold, dried for take away
This business produces egg noodles on a large scale, and whatever they don’t use in their own breakfast restaurant is sold as these dried noodle nests.
In this narrow side street between Orussey Market, Olympic Mall and the Central Market, there’s a steady flow of tuktuks, bicycles, cars and people. Fresh noodles served hot and fresh in a big bowl of rich broth with meat and vegetables street side: That is a rewarding start of the day. Listening to the city wakes up is audible spice.
When I asked the price was one and a half dollars per kilo of dried noodles. That’s a lot of noodles for the money.
Over the years, the business has expanded. The first time I saw this place, there was only a single row of drying racks. Last time, they had started with the double row in the background.
But the woman on the bicycle passed by unbothered both times.
#street #street life #khmer #khmerkitchen #khmerculture #kingdomofwonder #noodle #nest #PhnomPenh #bike #citylife #citywalk #dry #khmer #food #lifeisbeautiful #making #noodles #soup #streetfood #cambodia #visitcambodia #2019CE
Got some #MealPrep done making two batches of #soup that turned out looking pretty much the same, though I can tell them apart.
Puréed with the immersion blender and it's a nice thick #soup. Going to enjoy this with a glob of sour cream or labneh.
Roasted a couple of squash, so making up a roasted veg soup. Some warming spices in there too, so should be a tasty result I hope.
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How to say "soup" in Hebrew - plus bonus words: TOAST and CROUTONS.
Nothing better than soup season... except knowing how to order it in Hebrew!
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Tonight in dinner: I made soup. 2 leeks, half an onion, 1 shallot (big), three celery stalks, 8 cups of water, 4 scoops of chicken bouillon, salt, black pepper and roast chicken breast courtesy of Costco. It is really good. I feel like I've mastered the soup skill now 💪
Sprague has a vegan Quebec split pea soup.
Sprague is a multigenerational family business in Belleville, Ontario that has come out of the shadows of mainly making house/own label brands for grocers.
They’ve been working to source everything in Canada they possibly can, switching to Quebec-made cans and sourcing ingredients they cannot get it Canada elsewhere than the United States.
They have great beans too!
Most of their soups and beans are plant-based-vegan but some have <2% meat so it’s important to check labels if you’re avoiding all animal products.
Anxiety Tip #31: Don't be defeated if you experience a setback on account of your anxiety. Instead talk about what happened with a health care professional and what you might do differently if facing a similar situation in the future.... https://rons-home.net/en/living-life-lab/tips/living-with-anxiety/2026/02/01 #setback #reflect #soup #overcome [Next Tip Feb 8 2026]
Favourite home made “ugh” day food: bean-and-whatever-veg soup.
- fry a chopped up onion until soft.
- add ~1L water, a can of beans (any kind, drained and rinsed), stock cubes and whatever vegetable is forgotten in the fridge. A bay leave is optional, but great.
- boil until the vegetables are done.
- remove bay leave if used, blend until smooth
- throw in some spices if you like, season with salt and pepper. A bit of lemon juice can brighten up the taste.
Redecorating with Soup
I'm trying to get into soup. It's winter, and it's a warming, simple, food. I was brought up on soup every day so when I left home I rebelled against the molten liquid and never really went back. However, I feel it's time to embrace it.
It did not go well.
6 Best Restaurant Clam Chowders, According to Diners
https://www.eatthis.com/best-restaurant-clam-chowders-according-to-diners/
#Restaurants #RestaurantChains #Soup
Tomatensoepje met lookboterbroodjes .. 🍅 #soup #soep #vegan #veganuary
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