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GO FOR COZY: 10 FAVORITE FALL SOUP RECIPES
Ah, fall! For many, it’s the most pleasant season of all. Gathering round the table with friends and family for fall feasting is a tradition everyone treasures. And no autumnal menu is complete without one key item: soup. Whether as a starter course or a full meal, it reigns supreme during these months. Nothing warms our bodies and souls quite like soup.
If you’re ready to sit down and cozy up with a warm bowl of something delicious and nourishing, we’ve got the recipes you’re craving. Read on, to get the scoop on 10 classic soup options, all of which are perfect for your fall table.
WHITE BEAN CHICKEN SOUP Inspired by traditional chicken noodle, this hearty soup takes it up a few notches, with the addition of Swiss chard, jalapeño, lemon, garlic and other bright flavors. Get the White Bean Chicken Soup recipe!
PORK AND HOMINY STEW With boneless pork and chewy kernels of hominy, this hearty stew is a complete meal, featuring zesty flavors of garlic, cilantro and jalapeño. Cook it up in your multicooker. Get the Pork and Hominy Stew recipe!
FRENCH ONION SOUP This version of the classic features rich beef broth, sweet caramelized onions, and glorious Gruyère that melts and hardens into seductively crispy bits all around the bowl. Get the French Onion Soup recipe!
SENEGALESE SWEET POTATO AND PEANUT SOUP Stir up this creamy, healthy, delicious treat in your Dutch oven or large saucepan. It’s sure to become a favorite among the vegans and vegetarians around your table. Get the Senegalese Sweet Potato and Peanut Soup recipe!
BUTTERNUT SQUASH AND APPLE SOUP WITH CROUTONS Use your immersion blender or food processor to create this velvety puree topped with crumbly croutons. It’s a perfectly balanced dish, with flavors both sweet and savory. Get the Butternut Squash and Apple Soup with Croutons recipe!
THAI PUMPKIN SOUP A Vitamix blender is the ideal tool for crafting this luscious soup. Green chilies bring just the right amount of spice to the mellow flavors of coconut milk and pumpkin. Get the Thai Pumpkin Soup recipe!
PARSNIP SOUP WITH FRIED SAGE The sweet, nutty taste of parsnip takes center stage in this smooth, buttery concoction. A garnish of crispy fried sage leaves floating on top adds just the perfect bit of crunch. Get the Parsnip Soup with Fried Sage recipe!
WILD MUSHROOM SOUP WITH SHERRY Shiitake and crimini and porcini, oh my! For a comforting treat on a chilly day, this creamy soup is just what you need. Sherry makes the mushrooms even more magical. Get the Wild Mushroom Soup with Sherry recipe!
PUMPKIN AND PASTINA SOUP The pastina (tiny pasta) make this easy option a winner in the comfort food game. Simply sauté a few leeks and then gently boil everything in a stockpot for half an hour. Get the Pumpkin and Pastina Soup recipe!
CREAMY TORTELLINI SOUP With Italian sausage, cheese tortellini and plenty of spices, this tomato-based soup is a wholesome, aromatic wonder you can create in a single large casserole pot. Get the Creamy Tortellini Soup recipe!
EYESIGHT MATTERS: 10 WAYS TO CARE FOR YOUR VISION
Your eyes are an important part of your overall health, so eyesight matters! Here are 10 tips to keep the windows to your soul feeling great and functioning well.
1. Eat right to protect your sight. You’ve probably heard that carrots are good for your eyesight. A diet that’s also rich in fresh fruit, green leafy vegetables and omega-3 fatty acids (the kind you get from salmon and tuna) will help provide the nutrients your eyes need to function at their best.
2. Maintain a healthy weight. Obesity and inactive lifestyles can lead to diabetes, which may result in vision problems. Regular exercise will help tend to those eyesight matters and keep the rest of your body in good shape too.
3. Quit smoking or never start. Smoking is as bad for your eyes as it is for the rest of your body. Research has linked the cigarette habit to increased risk for age-related macular degeneration, cataracts and optic nerve damage.
4. Be cool – wear shades. Sunglasses are a classic fashion accessory. They also perform the critical function of protecting your peepers from the sun’s ultraviolet rays. When shopping for shades, look for a pair that blocks both UV-A and UV-B radiation.
5. Grab some goggles. Protective eyewear defends you against chemical spills and flying debris when you’re working around the house or yard. Protective goggles are also a smart consideration for young athletes, especially those who already wear glasses.
6. Give your eyes a little help. As we age, many of us will need reading glasses. Fortunately, readers come in a variety of fabulous styles. Why not turn that essential item into a fashion statement? And don’t forget the eye cream; it’s a must for soothing the delicate skin below your eyes.
7. Take a rest now and then. If you spend lots of time staring at a computer or phone, your eyes are likely to feel dry and/or fatigued, because we blink less often during near-task activities. Use the 20-20-20 rule: Every 20 minutes, take a 20-second break and look 20 feet into the distance.
8. Avoid eye-rubbing. Excessive rubbing can wear down the skin around your eyes, elevate eye pressure and spread viruses. If your eyes itch, address the source: Avoid candle smoke, pet hair and other irritants.
9. Go easy on the headstands. Standing on your head can cause eye pressure to skyrocket, which is likely to exacerbate optic-nerve damage such as glaucoma. In yoga class, anyone with glaucoma should avoid headstands and opt for gentler poses instead.
10. Clean hands, clean lenses. To keep the risk of infection at bay, remember to wash your hands thoroughly before putting in or taking out contact lenses. Disinfect non-disposable contacts as instructed. Clean glasses lenses with hot water or a soft chamois cloth to keep things clean and clear.
Many common vision problems can be remedied with glasses or contacts, so be sure to get regular exams from a professional. Vision is precious. Start practicing healthy eye care habits now – and keep seeing your best for years to come.
