Category Archives: Soups & Stews

Chicken and Vegetable Chowder

Published in Recipes, Soups & Stews on May 16, 2012

PrintChicken and Vegetable Chowder The inspiration for this recipe came while I was chatting with a friend. He mentioned that he was eating canned soup for lunch. As we talked, I mentioned how adding a few key ingredients would completely remake the soup into a wonderful meal. This is the result of that conversation. Ingredients2 […]

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Vegan Tortilla Soup

Published in Recipes, Soups & Stews on May 16, 2012

PrintVegan Tortilla Soup If you don’t want to follow a strictly vegan diet, this soup can be served with a little sour cream or shredded cheese on top. This recipe is also great with 1 cup shredded chicken added to it. Ingredients3 Tbsp. safflower oil 1 medium onion, diced 2 bell peppers (any color) finely […]

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Vegan Tomato Soup with Roasted Garlic

Published in Recipes, Soups & Stews on May 16, 2012

PrintVegan Tomato Soup with Roasted Garlic I love my Creamy Tomato Basil Soup with Roasted Garlic, but I also know that there are people out there who can’t (or who choose not to) consume dairy. I decided to take another spin at the recipe, this time eliminating the dairy products. This recipe also comes in […]

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Slow Cooker Vegetable Barley Soup

Published in Recipes, Slow Cooker Recipes, Soups & Stews on May 16, 2012

PrintSlow Cooker Vegetable Barley Soup What I like about this soup is its versatility. You can add a variety of different vegetables (like asparagus or cauliflower), and because the veggies are blended together once cooked, your kids won’t know all the good stuff you are sneaking into their bodies. The beans add protein and act […]

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Slow Cooker Chicken Noodle Soup

Published in Recipes, Slow Cooker Recipes, Soups & Stews on May 16, 2012

PrintSlow Cooker Chicken Noodle Soup Super simple and perfect for a cold day.Ingredients8 cups chicken broth 1 small onion, chopped 2 stalks celery, sliced 2 carrots, sliced 3 cups cooked chicken, either shredded or cut 1 16-ounce package frozen egg noodles InstructionsPlace all ingredients except noodles into slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 […]

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Creamy Tomato Basil Soup with Roasted Garlic

Published in Recipes, Soups & Stews on May 16, 2012

PrintCreamy Tomato Basil Soup with Roasted Garlic Serving Size: Serves 4-6. Don’t let the title of this soup scare you. It’s very easy to make, and has so much more flavor than the canned variety. Even if tomatoes aren’t in season, cooking the tomatoes will bring out their flavor. Ingredients12 Roma Tomatoes, washed and cut […]

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Beef Stew

Published in Beef, Main Dish, Penny Pinchin' Mom, Penny Pinchin' Picks, Recipes, Slow Cooker Recipes, Soups & Stews on February 25, 2012

PrintBeef Stew Prep Time: 15 minutesCook Time: 6 hours, 15 minutes Yield: 12 servings I love making this in the slow cooker on a chilly day. And this recipe is big enough for leftovers!Ingredients2 pounds beef (chuck or bottom round), cut into 2-inch chunks 2 Tbsp. olive oil 1/2 cup flour, seasoned with salt, pepper, […]

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Chili

Published in Beef, Penny Pinchin' Mom, Penny Pinchin' Picks, Recipes, Soups & Stews on February 25, 2012

PrintChili Prep Time: 20 minutesCook Time: 2 hoursTotal Time: 2 hours, 20 minutes Yield: 12 servings Ingredients2 pounds lean ground beef or turkey 2 Tbsp. olive oil 1 cup chopped onion 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 lg. can crushed tomatoes 1 lg. can tomato sauce 1 medium green bell pepper, chopped 2 Tbsp. chili powder […]

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Chicken Stock

Published in Chicken, Recipes, Soups & Stews on October 27, 2011

PrintChicken Stock Prep Time: 10 minutesCook Time: 2 hoursTotal Time: 2 hours, 10 minutes Yield: 16 cups Ingredients1 chicken carcass 2 carrots, cut into 2-inch pieces 3 stalks celery, cut into 2-inch pieces 1 onion, cut into large pieces 3 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 bunch (about 2 cups loosely packed) parsley 16 cups water sea […]

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