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Mar 4, 2011 · I'm Carolyn Gratzer Cope, founder and publisher of Umami Girl. Join me in savoring life, one recipe at a time. I'm a professional recipe developer with training from the French Culinary Institute (now ICE) and a lifetime of studying, appreciating, and sharing food.

Sep 7, 2016 · The key to this luscious vegetarian ramen is in the rich, savory broth. Shiitake mushrooms lay a savory foundation for this dish, which is built upon many layers of umami. It takes a little time and a few steps, but everything is easy to do. Here’s how you’ll make it. Pour some really good vegetable broth into a pot and add dried shiitakes.

Nov 25, 2011 · It uses three different vegetable-based umami powerhouses — shiitake mushrooms, soy sauce, and marmite (trust me on this last one, you won’t taste it at all) — to make it every bit as savory and deeply delicious as a meat-based gravy.

Mar 17, 2017 · Chickpea noodle soup is vegan comfort food without a hint of hassle. It’s quick and easy and satisfying, and I highly recommend it. Over the years this soup has become one of Umami Girl’s most popular recipes, and I’m so glad. I hope you’ll love it, too.

Jan 13, 2021 · Hi there, I'm Carolyn Gratzer Cope, founder and publisher of Umami Girl. Join me in savoring life, one recipe at a time. I'm a professional recipe developer with training from the French Culinary Institute (now ICE) and a lifetime of studying, appreciating, and sharing food.

Feb 19, 2018 · Hi there, I'm Carolyn Gratzer Cope, founder and publisher of Umami Girl. Join me in savoring life, one recipe at a time. I'm a professional recipe developer with training from the French Culinary Institute (now ICE) and a lifetime of studying, appreciating, and sharing food.

Feb 22, 2017 · This vegetarian spinach tortellini soup has become wildly popular with Umami Girl fans everywhere. It’s quick, easy, comforting, and delicious. Prep: 10 minutes mins

Apr 19, 2024 · Hi there, I'm Carolyn Gratzer Cope, founder and publisher of Umami Girl. Join me in savoring life, one recipe at a time. I'm a professional recipe developer with training from the French Culinary Institute (now ICE) and a lifetime of studying, appreciating, and sharing food.