Slow Cooker 5-Mushroom Barley Soup

Description This hearty version of an American classic soup is inspired by ‘Chef Jakey’ of the long-gone ‘Steak Pub’ in 1970’s Monticello, NY. Long ago, I lived and worked in the upstate New York resort town of Monticello. As an electrical contractor, one of my clients was an upscale restaurant called ‘The Steak Pub.’ They … Read more

Very Easy Potato Bacon Soup

Description Very easy and quick to make potato soup that won’t disappoint! For a thicker broth, add potato flakes. For a more creamy broth, add more butter. Ingredients 2 tablespoons butter ¾ cup finely chopped onion 2 cups peeled and diced potatoes 1 ½ cups water ½ teaspoon dried dill weed (Optional) ½ teaspoon salt ¼ … Read more

Slow Cooker Lamb Stew

Description Lamb and veggies come together in this warm and comforting stew. Let your slow cooker work its magic, while you spend your time doing other things. Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 pound cubed lamb stew meat 1 large onion, sliced into petals 2 large carrots, sliced 2 stalks celery, sliced 4 fresh button … Read more

Pasta Fagioli

Description A traditional Italian soup. Serve with a crisp salad and a hot loaf of garlic bread and you have a meal! Serve with grated Parmesan cheese on top. Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 stalks celery, chopped 1 onion, chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 2 teaspoons dried parsley 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning ¼ teaspoon … Read more

Cream of Cauliflower Soup II

Description I make lots of cream soups and this is a good ‘basic’ recipe. I originally made this in 1990 and always make some modifications – we like lots of garlic as reflected in this recipe!! I also add or substitute other vegetables, i.e., broccoli and spinach. I also use potatoes for thickening rather than … Read more

Creamy Mushroom Soup

Description This fresh and creamy soup is easy to make, and filled with hearty chopped mushrooms. Ingredients ¼ cup butter 1 cup chopped shiitake mushrooms 1 cup chopped portobello mushrooms 2 shallots, chopped 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 (14.5 ounce) can chicken broth 1 cup half-and-half salt and pepper to taste 1 pinch ground cinnamon … Read more

Mom’s Hearty Beef Stew with Dumplings

Description My mom’s beef stew recipe that she’s perfected over 25 years. Tender chunks of beef couple with hearty vegetables in a rich gravy for a soul-warming treat. And Oh! The dumplings! Ingredients 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 1 onion, coarsely chopped 2 pounds cubed beef stew meat 2 teaspoons steak seasoning (such as Montreal … Read more