Mexican Bean and Tortilla Soup (Sopa Tarasca)

Description It’s not possible to get tired of this traditional recipe for Mexican bean and tortilla soup, or sopa tarasca, from the state of Michoacan. Besides delicious, it is easy, fast, and economical. Ingredients 3 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided 2 pasilla chile peppers – stems, seeds, and veins removed 4 (6 inch) corn tortillas, cut … Read more

Gizzard Stew

Description This very easy and once the chicken gizzards are boiled, this dish is very fast. Ingredients 2 pounds chicken gizzards water to cover 4 (3 ounce) packages chicken flavored ramen noodles 1 teaspoon all-purpose flour water as needed salt and pepper to taste Instructions Rinse gizzards and place in a large pot. Add water … Read more

Instant Pot® Butternut Squash and Pear Soup

Description Peeling and chopping butternut squash can be quite a chore, but not using this method! By precooking the squash in your Instant Pot®, the skin will slip right off, allowing you to make this quick and flavorful soup in just minutes! The pears add just the perfect amount of sweetness with no need to … Read more

Chanakhi (Georgian Lamb Stew)

Description A traditional Georgian stew made with lamb, mutton, or beef combined with potatoes, eggplant, peppers, and herbs. [Recipe originally submitted to Allrecipes.ru] Ingredients 1 ¼ pounds cubed lamb meat 1 onion, chopped 2 ¼ potatoes, cubed 3 eggplants, cubed 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped 1 tablespoon tomato paste 2 tomatoes, sliced 1 red bell pepper, chopped … Read more

Vegetarian Broccoli and Cauliflower Soup

Description Growing up I always loved my mom’s broccoli and cauliflower soup! Now that I’m an adult, I’ve created my own version suited to my personal tastes. This is a vegetarian soup and can easily be made vegan with dairy substitutes (I use soy milk). My fiance likes reduced-fat sharp Cheddar and crackers with his … Read more

Gerry’s Easy Irish Stew

Description This is a super simple and delicious Irish stew recipe which is perfect on a Sunday…and it’ll make your house smell delightful too! Ingredients 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 pound beef sirloin steak, cut into 1-inch cubes 1 large onion, chopped 2 carrots, chopped 2 ribs celery, chopped 3 cups hot water 2 ½ tablespoons … Read more

Beer Cheese Soup III

Description A simple but satisfying soup. No exotic ingredients, just plain good. Ingredients 4 cubes chicken bouillon 1 (12 fluid ounce) can or bottle beer 4 cups water 1 ½ cups cubed potatoes 1 cup chopped celery 1 cup diced carrots 1 cup chopped onion 1 (20 ounce) package frozen cauliflower and broccoli 2 (10.75 ounce) … Read more

Kosher Chicken Soup with Matzo Balls

Description Delicious herbs fill the matzo balls with great flavor, and the long-simmered soup is so good. If you make it in a pressure cooker, the chicken soup can be ready in 45 minutes. Ingredients 1 (2 1/2 to 3 pound) whole chicken, cut up 2 small yellow onions, diced 2 stalks celery, cut into … Read more

Chicken Meatball Soup

Description Much like wedding soup, I have slightly modified to suit my family’s taste. A favorite among even picky eaters. Serve over egg noodles. Ingredients 1 pound ground chicken breast ½ teaspoon ground black pepper ½ teaspoon salt ⅝ cup Italian seasoned bread crumbs 1 egg, beaten 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 cup chopped onion … Read more

Mom and Micki’s Beef Shank Vegetable Soup

Description Mom and I wanted soup on a cold day. We took another recipe and re-made it into this one. Delicious! Ingredients 5 quarts water 4 pounds beef shanks 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced fire-roasted tomatoes ¼ large onion, chopped 1 clove garlic, crushed 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon ground black pepper 2 bay leaves … Read more