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This weather just won’t quit. Three to 16 inches of snow? The biggest “snow event” in two decades? NO THANKS.

But if we have to be snowed in, it’s an OK proposition to be snowed in with some nice, warm, hearty food. So, with that in mind, we picked a Meatless Monday recipe that can be made with ingredients that you already probably have in your snowbound pantry. No bulgur, no problem — use quinoa, millet or even couscous instead.

Try it out, and stay warm!

Tomato Bulgur Soup with Warm Spices

4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth, divided

1 small yellow onion, finely chopped

1 clove garlic, finely chopped

1 teaspoon ground coriander

1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1 cup uncooked bulgur wheat

1 (14-ounce) can no-salt-added diced tomatoes

1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves

1 tablespoon feta cheese crumbles (optional)

In a medium pot over medium-high heat, bring 1/2 cup broth to a simmer. Add onion and garlic and cook about 5 minutes or until onion is translucent and tender. Stir in coriander and cinnamon and cook 1 minute. Add bulgur and cook for 30 seconds, stirring constantly. Add remaining 3 1/2 cups broth and tomatoes with their juices and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer 10 to 12 minutes or until bulgur is tender. Stir in lemon juice. Garnish with parsley and feta. Serves 4.

— Recipe and photo from www.wholefoodsmarket.com.