French Onion Soup

We had everything we needed to make this (even Gruyere cheese!) and I hadn't made French onion soup in a LONG time so I decided to give it another go.

Verdict: I was not especially happy with it, for some reason. The flavor was not quite as rich and robust as I am accustomed to. My stomach also did not agree with it. I might try a different recipe next time.

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RECIPE: Essential French Onion Soup (Smitten Kitchen)

Café Coffee Cookies

I came across these while looking for recipes for "coffee biscuits", something from a Final Fantasy game I have not played, because they sounded good. The official recipe didn't look all that interesting but I had to try these once I saw the picture.

Verdict: They were good but I think I really wanted the flavor of coffee + milk and the coffee flavor here sort of blended into the chocolate. I was afraid of adding too much espresso powder and making them bitter. I am glad I tried them and they are pretty but I don't think I'd go out of my way to make them again unless someone specifically asked.

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RECIPE: Café Coffee Cookies (Betty Crocker)

Napa Cabbage Tofu Soup

This sounded really good to me when it scrolled by on Instagram so I decided to try it.

Verdict: It was quite good! I think I would serve this as a side dish unless you specifically wanted a very light meal.

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RECIPE: Napa Cabbage Tofu Soup (Omnivore's Cookbook)