Knefla Soup I

Description I asked my Scandinavian neighbor if she had heard of this soup and she gave me this recipe. Ingredients 6 potatoes, peeled and chopped 2 onions, chopped 1 carrot, sliced 1 stalk celery, sliced 4 cubes chicken bouillon 1 tablespoon dried parsley 5 cups water 1 teaspoon salt 1 pinch ground black pepper ⅓ … Read more

Instant Pot® Venison Chili

Description Chili is one of my favorite ways to utilize the abundance of ground meat you get with a deer. I like to use my Instant Pot® to eliminate the mess it makes on the stovetop as it simmers. It is also done much quicker. I haven’t seen a recipe here so I thought I … Read more

Spicy Bean with Bacon Soup

Description This savory and delicious soup warms the soul. Ingredients 2 pounds dried pinto beans, washed 1 pound bacon, cut into small pieces 1 cup diced onion 6 jalapeno peppers, seeded and diced 3 carrots, minced 1 gallon chicken stock 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 bunch fresh cilantro, chopped … Read more

Grilled Chicken Noodle Soup

Description This is a quick chicken noodle soup with mushrooms, peas and carrots. Chopped chicken breast is sauteed to bring out its best flavor. Egg noodles are suggested, but use any noodle that you like. Ingredients 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 3 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves – cut into bite size pieces 1 cup sliced … Read more

Slow Cooker Beef Bone Broth

Description Meaty oxtail and marrow bones are perfect for bone broth, these will produce a jelly-like bone broth that is dark in color and nutritious. Roasting the bones adds a beautiful color and a richer flavor. I tend to go light on the salt so taste and adjust accordingly. Ingredients aluminum foil cooking spray 1 ½ … Read more

Mawmenye (Lentils and Beef Stew)

Description This recipe is an unusual yet yummy blend of ingredients. Beef and lentils are accented with spiced turnip, raisins and figs. It is a hearty yet easy one-pot meal. Ingredients 2 tablespoons butter 1 ¼ pounds lean beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes ¼ teaspoon pepper ½ teaspoon salt 1 cup chicken broth 1 … Read more

Instant Pot® No-Bean Turkey Chili

Description We all know true chili uses beef and no beans, but this is so flavorful you won’t miss the beef. This turkey chili is cooked in the Instant Pot® with minimal ingredients which makes it budget-friendly! Feel free to add additional toppings like chopped onion, cheese, sour cream, scallions, etc. Ingredients 10 ounces ground … Read more

Easy Kine Saimin (Hawaiian Ramen)

Description Try these ono (or delicious) saimin noodles, a staple of any Hawaiian diet. My version is a simple, cheap, late-night snack, but don’t be afraid to put all kinds of yummy things in your bowl! Ingredients 2 eggs water 1 (10 ounce) package refrigerated fresh ramen noodles (such as Sun Noodle) 1 (.75 ounce) … Read more