This is a fast, comforting soup. It would be great as an appetizer. This is one, however, that needs to be eaten when cooked. Making it ahead of time isn't really an option, and the leftovers get a funny texture. It's perfect for a fast meal though, and my kids all loved it! Adapted from Cook's Illustrated's Soups and Stews Magazine, … Read More »
Sweet Chili
Anyone who has used a recipe a lot knows it eventually gets changed once in awhile. Remember my "Fast and Easy" chili recipe? Well, I've changed a few things about it after eating the most delicious chili made by a friend. The secret ingredient is the V8 juice and switching out some kidney beans for pork and beans! It's still just as easy. … Read More »
Chicken and Dumplings
Today I am sharing another " ultimate comfort food " recipe. It hits the spot on these cold (but staying light a little longer) winter days. Enjoy! Tawna {photo via 123rf.com} … Read More »
Cream of Potato Soup
Warm, buttery, and topped with bacon, this hits the spot on cold winter days! I had a few left over yams I threw in with my Yukon Golds last time I cooked this, but you can put in whatever kind of potatoes you want. Enjoy..... … Read More »
Easy Chili
My sister made this recipe for me when I visited her in Virginia 7 years ago. It always tasted so good, and I couldn't believe how easy it was. Now it is a staple at our home when we need something fast and hot in the winter. I also make it a ton in the summer, and throw it in some salad with olives, corn chips, and a big dab of sour cream. … Read More »
Tomato-Basil Soup
I'm an admitted tomato lover, and I've tried many recipes of tomato soup. This recipe is by far the best I've ever tasted, and to top it off, it can be done in a crock pot. Keep reading after the recipe to get some tips to make it's companion, the grilled cheese sandwich, a little bit better too. … Read More »
Beef and Barley Soup
This is one of my favorite ways to clean up the left-over pot roast dinner from Sunday night. It's also hearty enough to fill up my husband. … Read More »
Slow-Cooker Tuscan Bean Soup
We tried this recipe last weekend, and to my surprise, I got two-thumbs up from my family...two-thumbs way up from my husband. It's not that he's super picky, it's just that after 10 years of being married, he's used to what we often have around and new recipes are met with a skeptical eye. Actually, I was surprised by its good taste as well. It … Read More »
Cream of Broccoli Soup
I know this is a soup that people really like or really don't, but I wanted to put it on here anyway. I love this soup; it is one of the ultimate comfort foods for me. Put it in a bread bowl, top it with a some grated, sharp cheddar cheese, and you've got a meal! … Read More »
Seafood Chowder
This is a recipe that was given to me in college. In one of my painting classes, there was a lady named Fran. She was a beautiful older lady, full of spunk and just taking some painting classes to finish up a dream she had had when she was younger. We all loved her. That year, she invited us to her gracious home to have a Christmas party, and … Read More »
