Scotch Broth II

Description This soup takes time to prepare for a special occasion. It needs overnight refrigeration but it is well worth the effort. Garnish with fresh parsley. Ingredients 2 ¼ pounds leg of lamb 8 cups water 3 onions, chopped 3 turnips, chopped 2 carrots, chopped 1 tablespoon whole black peppercorns ½ cup barley 1 carrot, diced … Read more

Roasted Vegetable and Beef Stew

Description This is a very substantial beef stew that is enhanced by roasting to the vegetables prior to adding to the stew. I have perfected it over the years and my family and friends love it. Serve over steamed rice or noodles. Ingredients 2 pounds beef chuck roast, cubed 4 tablespoons olive oil 1 onion, … Read more

Prime Rib Stew

Description This is a great stew recipe to use up any prime rib leftovers after Christmas. Serve with garlic rolls. Ingredients 5 cups water 2 tablespoons beef soup base (such as LeGout®) 4 cups cubed cooked prime rib 4 large potatoes, peeled and diced 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables 1 cup red wine 1 large … Read more

Beer Sausage

Description A dish of either German or possibly Polish origin, made special by my mother, grandmother, her mother before her, etc. The men will love this one, too, and the beer broth is nothing short of amazing. I like to use whatever is in the fridge. Ales, lagers, and wheat brews work best. Did I … Read more

Poblano Chile Pepper Soup

Description This recipe uses roasted poblano chiles. They are fairly spicy and very flavorful. Ingredients 6 poblano peppers 2 cups chicken broth salt and pepper to taste ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg 2 cups milk 3 tablespoons margarine 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour Instructions Preheat oven to broil. Place poblano chile peppers on a cookie sheet and … Read more

Patricia’s Green Chile Soup

Description This is an easy, hearty, spicy soup. I have found that it is a favorite even with picky people! The recipe is always requested. Serve with warm buttered tortillas, cheese, and sour cream. Ingredients 1 tablespoon butter ½ cup finely diced onion 1 teaspoon minced garlic ½ cup chopped fresh green chile peppers 1 … Read more

D’ Best Chicken N’ Dumplings

Description This is the best recipe for OLD TIME TASTE, DOWN HOME COOKING chicken and dumplings. For some of us that like getting our hands dirty when cooking, you will love this recipe. Old fashioned, hands on experience. This recipe won a blue ribbon and 500 dollars in a cooking contest. I hope you enjoy … Read more

Cream of Fresh Tomato Soup

Description Much better than brand name soups, if you like homemade. Creamy and flavorful. Ingredients 2 large tomatoes, chopped ½ cup chopped onion ½ teaspoon white sugar salt to taste ground black pepper to taste 2 tablespoons margarine 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 2 cups milk Instructions Simmer tomatoes onions sugar and salt and pepper. Once … Read more