Fish Chowder

Description The fishermen of Bodega Bay, California shared this favorite, quick and easy recipe with my sister during a Fish Festival. It is one of the best chowders I’ve had, and my kids love it too! We top with bacon bits and a few shakes of hot sauce for a little spice. Enjoy! Ingredients 2 … Read more

Easy Cajun Jambalaya

Description I have always loved Cajun foods but my wife doesn’t like the ‘kick.’ In response to this, I made my traditional Jambalaya without the heat. Everyone loved this recipe and I hope you will to. Enjoy! Ingredients 2 teaspoons olive oil 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces 8 ounces kielbasa, diced … Read more

South Carolina She-Crab Soup

Description This soup is a staple for all of us living on the South Carolina coast. Here is my take on the soup that I think is outstanding! Enjoy! Ingredients 5 tablespoons butter 5 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 small white onion, grated 1 stalk celery, grated 2 cloves garlic, minced salt and pepper to taste … Read more

Restaurant Style Egg Drop Soup

Description This Egg Drop soup is born from a love of the soup and MANY trips to my favorite Chinese restaurant (asking them many questions) resulting in this variation. Compare it to your local restaurant…The simplicity is the key. Soup can be re-heated or frozen and re-heated. Ingredients 4 cups chicken broth, divided ⅛ teaspoon … Read more

Grandma’s Slow Cooker Vegetarian Chili

Description This is a simple crowd pleasing recipe that can sit in a slow cooker until it is time to serve. Ingredients 1 (19 ounce) can black bean soup 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained 1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained 1 (16 ounce) can vegetarian baked beans 1 … Read more

Slow Cooker Chicken Pot Pie Stew

Description This is a great meal for busy families! It’s hearty and easy. Kids love it, too! Serve over split buttermilk biscuits. Ingredients 4 large skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cut into cubes 10 medium red potatoes, quartered 1 (8 ounce) package baby carrots 1 cup chopped celery 2 (26 ounce) cans condensed cream of … Read more

Simple Tomato Soup

Description This is my go-to tomato soup recipe. It’s so easy and delicious. It’s easily made vegan (if you use margarine instead of butter or 2 tablespoons of olive oil), ready in 30 minutes, and I give leftovers to my kids for lunch. If you like, you can add cream, but my family likes it … Read more

Navy Bean Soup I

Description A hearty soup that will warm you on a cold night. Ingredients 1 (16 ounce) package dried navy beans 6 cups water 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes 1 onion, chopped 2 stalks celery, chopped 1 clove garlic, minced ½ pound chopped ham 1 cube chicken bouillon 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce 1 tablespoon dried … Read more

Creamy Chicken and Wild Rice Soup

Description A supremely filling, hearty soup. I serve this on cold rainy days with a loaf of homemade bread. Hint: this is perfect for leftover rotisserie chicken or chicken you’ve pulled from the bone after making homemade chicken stock! This soup makes great leftovers, but you might want to thin it slightly with skim milk … Read more