Cock a Leekie Soup

Description Traditional Scots soup of chicken and leeks. One pound of potatoes, peeled and cubed, could be substituted for the barley, if desired. Ingredients 4 pounds chicken thighs, bone in, skin removed 10 cups water 1 onion, chopped ⅓ cup barley 1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed chicken broth 7 leeks, sliced 2 stalks celery, thickly … Read more

Beef and Lentil Soup

Description A great lunch soup full of protein. I make a batch of this and warm it up all week. Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 pound beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes salt and pepper to taste 2 large stalks celery, chopped 2 large carrots, chopped 1 large onion, chopped 6 cloves garlic, chopped … Read more

Chicken and Dumplings I

Description A traditional, classic soup dish – mouthwatering and simple to make! Ingredients 1 (2 to 3 pound) whole chicken 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 cup hot chicken broth 1 egg Instructions In a large stockpot or Dutch oven cover the chicken with salted water and simmer until cooked through. When … Read more

Perfect Potato Soup

Description Say goodbye to ho-hum potato soup! Easy to prepare with ingredients you probably have on hand. Garnish with a pat of butter if desired. Best served with warm, crisp bread. Ingredients 6 russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes 5 slices bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces 3 tablespoons butter 2 stalks celery, cut … Read more

Chili I

Description Thick and spicy chili. Coffee and beer give this chili a unique and dynamite flavor. Garnish with shredded cheese and diced chile peppers. Ingredients 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 onions, chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 pound ground beef ¾ pound beef sirloin, cubed 1 (14.5 ounce) can peeled and diced tomatoes with juice … Read more

Chicken Noodle Soup with Egg Noodles

Description Don’t have time to make a homemade version of chicken noodle soup? Try this one and you won’t regret it! Ingredients 1 (3 1/2) pound chicken, cut into 8 pieces 4 (16 ounce) cans low-sodium chicken broth 2 carrots, peeled and thinly sliced 2 stalks celery, sliced ½ cup chopped onion 1 (8 ounce) … Read more

Prime Rib Soup

Description This rich and satisfying soup is the best I’ve ever created. Hubby is always excited when I make a prime rib because he knows this soup will follow within a day or two. The ribs are sliced from the prime rib before serving and saved just for this recipe. I always buy a prime … Read more

Colorado Green Chili (Chile Verde)

Description My version of my mother’s green chili. I like to serve it over oven-baked burritos or with beans and rice. If you can’t find a chile roaster, look for frozen diced chiles at your supermarket. You can also freeze fresh roasted chiles for off-season use. Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 ½ pounds cubed pork … Read more

Moroccan Lentil Soup

Description Thick, delicious and nutritious, especially in the winter! Ingredients 2 onions, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger 6 cups water 1 cup 1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans, drained 1 (19 ounce) can cannellini beans 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes ½ cup diced carrots ½ cup chopped celery 1 … Read more