Beef, Bean, and Beer Chili

Description Hot chili is a very underrated summer menu item. Bring a big ol’ thermos of this to a picnic or other warm weather cookout, and it makes a great side to those grilled burgers and dogs. Just have some insulated cups around, and maybe some hot sauce, and you’re in business. But no matter … Read more

Pressure Cooker Chili

Description There’s nothing like a steamy hot bowl of chili on a cold snowy day. What’s even better is having it ready within 35 minutes from start to finish. Ingredients 1 pound ground beef 2 teaspoons olive oil 1 sweet onion, chopped 1 small green bell pepper, finely chopped 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely … Read more

Slow Cooker Italian Beef Stew

Description Best beef stew I’ve ever made! I apologize for the vague instructions, the ingredient amounts are approximate as well as I did this over the weekend but did not note amounts. It turned out so good I wanted to save what I did so I could make again! Chicken broth can be used instead … Read more

Seafood Chowder

Description A creamy chowder full of flavor! Of course regular ingredients may be used for those not watching their waistline. Ingredients 1 ½ cups fat free milk 1 (8 ounce) container fat free cream cheese 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 (26 ounce) can fat free condensed cream of mushroom soup 1 cup chopped green onions 1 … Read more

Slow Cooker 3-Bean Chili

Description This is so easy and so tasty. Freezes great for meals later in the week. If you want it a little thinner add an extra can of tomato sauce. Also the green chiles are not hot but add a wonderful flavor, so don’t be afraid of them. Ingredients 1 (20 ounce) package 93%-lean ground … Read more

Chicken Soup

Description Anika’s chicken soup. Good for body and soul! Ingredients 1 boneless chicken breast half, cooked and diced 2 cups water 2 carrots, chopped 1 zucchini, diced 1 clove garlic, minced ½ teaspoon chicken broth base Instructions Put cooked chicken meat and water in a large pot and bring to a boil. Add the carrots … Read more

Slow Cooker Spanish Beef Stew

Description I have never heard a complaint of my beef stew, it’s a great new take on an old favorite! I prefer to serve stew over white rice, it all depends on your taste. You can season the beef with a packet of Sazon instead of salt and pepper, for even more Spanish style. Ingredients … Read more

Beef Noodle Soup

Description This delicious soup was a favorite of mine while attending college. My family has been enjoying it ever since! Very easy and quick to make. It includes stew meat, mixed vegetables and egg noodles in a beef broth base. Ingredients 1 pound cubed beef stew meat 1 cup chopped onion 1 cup chopped celery … Read more

Beef and Cabbage Stew

Description I agree that this is a very good recipe. My 93-year-old mother-in-law has recently told me that this is the best meal I have ever brought her, and there have been many. All the veggie prep can be done while the onions and bay leaves are simmering. I do add more broth when the … Read more