Bratwurst, Potato and Cabbage Soup

Description Italian sausage or regular pork sausage also work well with this soup. Serve hot with chunks of good crusty bread, if desired. Ingredients 16 ounces bratwurst, casings removed 2 potatoes, peeled and cubed 1 onion, chopped 2 cups water 1 medium head cabbage, chopped 3 cups milk, divided 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour 4 ounces … Read more

Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup

Description Sauteed chicken and garlic imparts richness to this homemade soup. Feel free to add additional vegetables and herbs to suit your taste! I like to serve this with a green salad and warm rolls. Ingredients 4 chicken breast tenderloins, cut into bite-size pieces salt and ground black pepper to taste 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive … Read more

Chicken Parmesan Soup

Description Cheesy red-sauced soup with pasta. Garnish with fresh parsley. Ingredients 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 large onion, diced 3 cloves garlic, minced 3 tablespoons tomato paste, or to taste 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes 4 cups chicken broth 1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes 1 (8 ounce) package penne pasta 1 pound cooked … Read more

Instant Pot® Chicken and Farro Soup

Description Chicken, farro, and a few pantry staples makes this a great meal. The farro will retain some bite when cooked. Ingredients 2 tablespoons avocado oil 2 cups carrots that have been sliced lengthwise and cut into 3/4-inch slices 1 cup sliced celery with leaves 1 medium leek, halved lengthwise and sliced 1 ½ teaspoons minced … Read more

Slow Cooker Taco Bean Soup

Description This crowd pleaser is very versatile. Use any combination of beans you like, even corn. It can be cooked on the stove. Serve with cheese and tortilla chips or in bread bowls. Ingredients 1 pound ground beef 1 onion, chopped 1 (1.25 ounce) package taco seasoning mix 1 (15 ounce) can white beans, undrained … Read more

Carrot Cream Soup with Ginger

Description Carrot cream soup takes very little time to make and I love it, especially in winter. You can add herbs as well if you like. Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 onions, finely chopped 1 clove garlic, minced 3 cups peeled and chopped carrots 2 ½ cups vegetable broth 1 teaspoon finely grated fresh ginger … Read more

Jambalaya II

Description Given to me by my Cajun aunt. The absolute best I have ever tasted. Like true Cajun recipes, the spices do not have measurements, add to taste. Ingredients 1 (2 to 3 pound) whole chicken, cut into pieces 1 pound smoked sausage, sliced 3 green bell peppers, diced 2 onions, diced 5 cloves garlic, … Read more

Harvest Pork Stew

Description I first tried this recipe a year ago and it is unbelievably good! I never realized that adding two apples would give this savory stew such a hint of sweetness. Ingredients 2 tablespoons butter or oil 1 ½ pounds boneless pork, cut into 1/2-inch cubes 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 medium onion, chopped 3 cups … Read more