Kale and Cabbage Soup

Description I made this recipe as a spin-off of Portuguese kale soup. I liked it so much! I like to serve this with freshly squeezed lemon juice or grated Parmesan cheese (but not both). Ingredients 4 tomatoes, peeled and chopped 1 tablespoon butter 1 tablespoon dried minced onion salt and ground black pepper to taste … Read more

Pasta Bean Soup

Description A quick and easy soup for a snowy day. Most of the ingredients are in your pantry. Sprinkle each serving with Parmesan cheese and serve with a hearty bread. Ingredients 1 ½ teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 pound bulk sausage 2 teaspoons minced garlic 2 (14.5 ounce) cans fire-roasted diced tomatoes 1 (15.5 ounce) can … Read more

Chef John’s Butternut Bisque

Description For a winter special occasion or just a weekday meal, this butternut bisque makes a perfect, warming starter course. The snipped chives and pomegranate garnishes add a festive touch, but you can also use crumbled bacon and a swirl of crème fraiche. Ingredients 3 tablespoons butter 1 large onion, diced 1 teaspoon kosher salt, … Read more

Slow Cooker Chicken and Mushroom Stew

Description This delicious chicken and mushroom stew is easy to make, flexible, and with layers of flavor it has a real comfort food richness but with a little zing! We do not add salt to this dish. We find it gets enough from the chicken stock and the soups and adding extra can overdo it. … Read more

Chicken Chili Soup

Description This soup is so yummy on a cold day. Ingredients 1 ¾ pounds diced chicken breast meat 2 green bell peppers, diced 2 red bell peppers, diced 1 onion, diced ½ cup frozen corn kernels 4 (15 ounce) cans kidney beans with liquid 2 (14.5 ounce) cans diced tomatoes 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce … Read more

Vegan Potato Soup

Description My mother and I came up with this one night when an abundance of potatoes were around. The almond milk makes it so smooth and creamy. Enjoy! Top with green onions or any other topping for a great warm winter day soup. Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 cup diced onion 1 cup diced … Read more

Slow Cooker Vegetable Soup

Description This soup is a traditional vegetable soup with a little extra. I added homemade dumplings like my mom use to make for me. She made her soup with all the leftover vegetables in the refrigerator and then added dumplings. Good vegetarian soup without the meat. Ingredients 6 cups vegetable broth 1 (16 ounce) package … Read more

True Dominican Sancocho (Latin 7-Meat Stew)

Description My fiance is from the D.R. and his mother has made me some amazing food! The first time she made sancocho I fell in love with it. It is often made with 7 different meats for a special festivity or holiday. I have simplified the meats in my version, but don’t be afraid to … Read more

Loaded Chicken Potato Soup

Description Chicken pot pie meets a loaded baked potato. Ingredients 2 ½ pounds russet potatoes 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cut into chunks 2 tablespoons olive oil, or as needed 1 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste ½ teaspoon ground black pepper, plus more to taste 1 onion, diced 1 cup diced carrots 2 … Read more