Easy Sweet Chili

Description I wanted to make a delicious Crockpot® chili that didn’t take an hour to prepare. This one, you just open cans and dump them in! You can let this cook all day or it’s ready after a couple of hours. Ingredients 1 pound ground beef 6 cloves garlic, finely chopped – or more to … Read more

Butternut Squash Sweet Potato Soup

Description Lots of taste and beta carotene! Ingredients ¼ cup butter 1 butternut squash – peeled, seeded, and cut into chunks 1 sweet potato, peeled and cut into chunks 1 carrot, peeled and chopped 1 stalk celery, chopped 1 sweet onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced, or more to taste 4 cups chicken stock, or … Read more

Creamy Roasted Parsnip Soup

Description Wintry spices make this a rich, creamy, and flavorful holiday favorite! Ingredients 2 pounds parsnips, peeled and cut into 1/2 inch pieces 3 carrots, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces 1 tablespoon olive oil sea salt and ground black pepper to taste 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 large onion, diced 3 stalks celery, diced … Read more

Zuppa Toscana

Description Italian Tuscan sausage soup. Ingredients 1 (16 ounce) package smoked sausage 2 potatoes, cut into 1/4-inch slices ¾ cup chopped onion 6 slices bacon 1 ½ teaspoons minced garlic 2 cups kale – washed, dried, and shredded 2 tablespoons chicken bouillon powder 1 quart water ⅓ cup heavy whipping cream Instructions Preheat the oven to … Read more

Slow Cooker Chipotle Chili

Description My friend Keni’s love of smokey chipotle peppers inspired this recipe. It comes together perfectly and is a unique chili that will stand out against others. It is a spicy chili that at the same time is mellow. It gives you the kick without the lingering burn like many chilis do. Ingredients 2 pounds … Read more

Cold Fruit Explosion Soup

Description This can be served as is or with a dollop of whipped cream. A great hit on a hot summer day. Ingredients 4 cups cubed seeded watermelon 2 cups cubed honeydew 2 cups fresh blueberries, divided 1 ½ teaspoons minced fresh ginger root ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg Instructions Blend the watermelon honeydew and about half … Read more

Watermelon Gazpacho

Description Why not serve gazpacho at your next summer gathering? Start your hot-weather meal with this easy, intriguing variation. Ingredients 2 cups 1/4-inch-diced watermelon 2 cups orange juice 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 seedless cucumber, cut into 1/4-inch dice 1 small yellow bell pepper, seeded and cut into 1/4-inch dice 1 small onion, cut … Read more

Creamy Vidalia Onion Soup

Description This is a robust and creamy onion soup. The addition of egg yolks adds a lovely creamy texture. Ingredients 4 Vidalia onions, thinly sliced 3 tablespoons margarine 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour ½ teaspoon salt 2 cups chicken broth 1 cup milk ½ cup heavy whipping cream 3 egg yolks, beaten 1 ½ teaspoons paprika ground … Read more

South African Sugar Bean Soup

Description A rich, delicious, hearty stew-like soup that’s perfect for the cold nights. Easy meal served with bread. My family have been making this for generations. Ingredients 2 ½ cups speckled sugar beans water to cover 2 pounds bone-in beef chuck, cut into chunks 4 large onions, thickly sliced 1 cube beef bouillon 2 ½ tablespoons hot … Read more

Homemade Vegetable Soup

Description This is pretty close to what my mom used to make. I’ve always thought of it as healthy and filling. There is no meat and very little fat in this recipe. I created this recipe on a cold and rainy winter day on which it definitely hit the spot. Ingredients 2 cups chopped baby … Read more