Cauliflower Soup

Description This is a modification of a soup starter my mom bought when I was a teenager. It is mild, easy to make and almost everyone loves it. Serve with grated Parmesan cheese sprinkled on top. Ingredients 2 stalks celery, chopped 1 onion, chopped ¾ cup shredded carrots 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 head cauliflower, … Read more

Rapid Chicken Stock

Description This simple yet flavorful chicken stock is great for everything…and the pressure cooker is the magic tool here! You need a decent-sized pressure cooker for this recipe. The result is the same thing you’d get with 8+ hours of conventional simmering. This is a great way to use a leftover chicken carcass from dinner … Read more

Cabbage Soup I

Description The best cabbage soup you will ever try and plus it is easy to make. Ingredients 1 medium head cabbage, finely chopped 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes 1 pound cubed beef brisket 1 carrot, chopped 1 onion, chopped 2 stalks celery, chopped 6 ½ cups cold water ½ teaspoon citric acid powder 1 teaspoon … Read more

Russian Green Bean and Potato Soup

Description This is a recipe that I found in a vegetarian cookbook years ago. I have modified it to my liking and have made it ever since. It’s a hearty soup with a great flavor. Add seasonal veggies for more variety. Enjoy! Ingredients 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 large onion, halved and thinly sliced 4 … Read more

Tomato Bisque with Chicken

Description Yummy and filling tomato bisque with tender pieces of chicken! Use a store-cooked chicken and a can of tomatoes, and this dinner will be ready before you know it! Definitely one of my 30-minute meals. Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 onion, chopped 4 cloves garlic, chopped ¼ cup all-purpose flour 1 (28 ounce) … Read more

Celery Potato Soup

Description This soup is a delicious combination of potatoes, celery, garlic, and onion. Top with Parmesan cheese, fresh basil, and parsley flakes. Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 red onion, chopped 4 cloves garlic, minced, or more to taste 2 large russet potatoes, cut into 1-inch pieces 1 bunch celery with leaves, diced 4 cups … Read more

Delicata Creamy Squash Soup

Description A rich and creamy soup, great for cold winter nights. Ingredients 3 delicata squash, halved lengthwise and seeded 1 onion, chopped 3 cups vegetable broth 1 ½ cups heavy whipping cream 2 tablespoons butter salt to taste ground black pepper to taste Instructions Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Place the squash … Read more

Slow Cooker Island Beef

Description This easy meal using the slow cooker combines stew beef and pineapple for a wonderful sweet and sour dish that is delicious served on a bed of steamed white rice. Enjoy! Ingredients 1 (20 ounce) can unsweetened pineapple chunks in juice, undrained 2 ½ pounds cubed beef stew meat 2 large onions, cut into wedges … Read more

Instant Pot® Caldillo

Description Caldillo is a Mexican stew that is filled with beef, potatoes, and green chiles. Works great in the Instant Pot®. Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 pounds cubed beef stew meat 1 onion, diced 4 cups beef broth 4 russet potatoes, peeled and diced 1 (14.5 ounce) can fire-roasted diced tomatoes 1 (8 ounce) … Read more

French Onion Soup V

Description Very easy and oh, so good. This recipe is submitted from Quebec, Canada. Ingredients 4 onions, chopped 3 tablespoons butter 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon ground black pepper 1 teaspoon white sugar 3 (10.5 ounce) cans beef broth 1 ¼ cups water ½ teaspoon dried parsley ¼ teaspoon dried thyme 1 cup white wine … Read more