Description The name Mulligatawny means ‘pepper water’, and curry is the particular ingredient that gives this incredible soup such a delicious flavor…so I’m told. This old recipe was given to me long ago. Ingredients ½ cup chopped onion 2 stalks celery, chopped 1 carrot, diced ¼ cup butter 1 ½ tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 ½ teaspoons curry … Read more
Description While true jambalaya is really more of a thicker rice stew than a soup, it’s one of those dishes that more stock can be added to easily make it into a soup recipe. Serve garnished with green onion. Ingredients 2 tablespoons butter 8 ounces andouille sausage, cut into 1/4-inch slices 2 tablespoons ground paprika … Read more
Description This is a Cajun-style gumbo made with a seasoned roux, a classic from the bayous of south Louisiana. I revised the recipe after many, many trials. Serve it hot over cooked rice or with potato salad. Ingredients 1 cup vegetable oil 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 large onion, chopped 1 large green bell pepper, … Read more
Description Use smoked ham hocks to add hearty flavor to a navy bean soup made from scratch. Ingredients 1 (16 ounce) package dry navy beans – picked over, rinsed, and drained 10 sprigs fresh parsley 2 sprigs chopped fresh thyme 1 bay leaf 2 large smoked ham hocks 1 carrot, coarsely chopped 1 onion, coarsely … Read more
Description This is my first attempt at making caldo de pollo. I think it turned out great. You might need to add salt to taste as my recipe doesn’t have very much. I like to serve this with warm corn tortillas and a side of Spanish rice and refried beans. Please enjoy and let me … Read more
Description A tasty ham and navy bean soup. Ingredients 1 (16 ounce) package dried navy beans 7 cups water 1 ham bone 2 cups diced ham ¼ cup minced onion ½ teaspoon salt 1 pinch ground black pepper 1 bay leaf ½ cup sliced carrots ½ cup sliced celery Instructions Rinse beans; transfer to a … Read more
Description Thick and creamy. Uses leftover baked potatoes. Ingredients 12 slices bacon ⅔ cup margarine ⅔ cup all-purpose flour 7 cups milk 4 large baked potatoes, peeled and cubed 4 green onions, chopped 1 ¼ cups shredded Cheddar cheese 1 cup sour cream 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon ground black pepper Instructions Place bacon in a … Read more
Description My body craves this soup whenever I have a cold, but it’s good anytime. Due to the garlic, however, it might be a good idea to be sure that everyone around you eats it, too! Ingredients 3 tablespoons olive oil ½ onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, chopped 2 quarts water 4 teaspoons chicken bouillon … Read more
Description I have made this for many whom have given it the title. This takes a bit of effort but is well worth it. Please note: for those who do not wish to use bacon, substitute 1/4 cup melted butter for the bacon grease and continue with the recipe. (I generally serve this soup as … Read more
Description There’s nothing like fresh asparagus when it’s in season – take advantage! Ingredients 1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1 inch pieces ½ cup chopped onion 1 (14.5 ounce) can chicken broth 2 tablespoons butter 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon salt 1 pinch ground black pepper 1 cup milk ½ cup … Read more