Monday, November 11, 2024

Sweet Potato Chili

 I  have always liked Sweet Potato Recipes and I have a few on the Blog. Of course one of my traditional favorites is Sweet Potato Pie.

SWEET POTATO CHILI:

Here's what you'll need:

A Large Heavy Bottom Soup Pot. I have an assortment of Enamel Cast Iron ones that I choose from.

Or.....A Cast Iro Dutch Oven.

GARNISH OPTION: Diced Avocado.








1 TBS Olive Oil

1 Large Onion, chopped.

2 Large Sweet Potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2" Pieces.

1 Green Bell Pepper, seeded and diced.

4 Garlic Cloves, minced or the equivalent from a Jar of Minced Garlic (my favorite option)

2 TBS Chili Powder (Not Chile Powder..... they're not the same)

2 tsp Smoked Paprika

2 tsp Cumin

1 tsp Dried Oregano

1 tsp Salt

1/2 tsp Pepper

2 C Vegetable Broth

2-15oz Cans of Black Beans

1-28oz. Can of Fire Roasted Diced Tomatoes

1-4oz. Can of Diced Green Chiles with the Juice


IN THE SOUP POT  or DUTCH OVEN on Medium High Heat:

Olive Oil until HOT.

ADD:

Onion

Potatoes

Bell Pepper

Garlic

Stir Well and Cook until the Onions is Translucent and the Vegetables are Softened  (About 5-7 Minutes)

ADD:

Chili Powder

Paprika

Cumin

Oregano

Salt

Pepper

Stir to Combine Well.


ADD:

Broth

Beans

Tomatoes

Chiles

Stir Well and bring to a Boil.

Cover and Reduce Heat to Simmer for 30 Minutes.

Stir Occasionally until it begins to Thicken.

Remove from Heat and Serve in Individual Bowls .

Garnish with Diced Avocado.


Enjoy!

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Thursday, October 17, 2024

Oreo Cookie Brownie Muffins

 I had a variation of this recipe Posted in 2013 that's made in a 9" X 13" Pan. I called it Oreo Cookie Brownies. I recently discovered this version for a Full Size Muffin Tin.





Here's what you'll need:

Preheat the Oven to 350 Degrees.

A Full Size Muffin Tin with Paper Liners.

A Tub of Nestle's Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough

A Package of Double Stuf Oreo Cookies

A Box of your favorite Brownie Mix








Instructions:

Press a little bit of the Cookie Dough into the Muffin Tin. It doesn't have to be Thick.

Top it with a Cookie.


In a Mixing Bowl:

Make the Brownie Mix according to the Box Directions. Mix well.

Spoon some of the Brownie Mix on top of each Cookie. No measurement needed, just Fill to the Top.


Bake about 20 minutes or until a Toothpick  in the middle comes out clean.


Enjoy!

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Friday, October 11, 2024

Taco Cheese Dip

 Here's another great, Tasty Dip. We love Dips in Texas.

Here's what you'll need:

Preheat the Oven to 375 Degrees.

A 10" Round Quiche Pan








Available in these Packets or the Jar.






8 oz. Packet of Cream Cheese, softened.

1 1/2 TBS of Taco Seasoning Mix.

4 oz. Can of Green Chiles.

Tostitos Salsa or Mild Pace Piquante Sauce. (a small Jar) (No designated quantity required.)

Shredded Mexican Asadero Cheese(No designated quantity required)


In a Small Bowl:

Cream Cheese

Taco Seasoning Mix

Mix well until Creamy Smooth.

Spread evenly in the Quiche Pan.


Layer in the following order and DO NOT MIX!

1. Spread evenly with Green Chiles.

2. Spread evenly with a layer of Salsa.

3. Sprinkle evenly with a layer of Shredded Cheese.


Bake for 25-30 Minutes.


Enjoy!

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Sunday, August 18, 2024

Zucchini, Cheese and Bread Cube Casserole

 This is definitely a favorite Casserole Recipe. We will be making this for Thanksgiving.'

I use Sola Keto Bread.










Here's what you'll need:

Preheat the Oven to 350 Degrees.

A 9" X 13" Casserole Dish or a 2 Quart Casserole, buttered well.  I have an incredible Bram for this recipe.

Aluminum Foil


5 Slices of Bread

1/4 C Melted Butter

3 C Cubed Zucchini, about 2-3 Medium Zucchinis.

1 Large Onion, finely Chopped.

3 Eggs, beaten.

1 tsp Garlic Salt

2 C Shredded Cheddar Cheese


In a Medium Mixing Bowl:

Bread Cubes.

Pour the Butter over the Cubes.

ADD:

Garlic Salt.

ADD: 

Zucchini

Onion

Egg

Mix to Combine Well.

Spoon Mixture into the Buttered Casserole Dish.

Sprinkle the Top evenly with Cheese.

Cover with Foil.

Bake 30 Minutes then remove the Foil and Bake Uncovered for an additional 30 Minutes.


Enjoy!

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Tuesday, August 13, 2024

Crock Pot Recipes a Collection of favorites

 This is a Collection Post of my Crock Pot Recipes. 

Layered Tex - Mex Casserole in a Crock Pot

Crock Pot Refried Beans

Christmas Queso / Ree Drummond, The Pioneer Woman

Crock Pot Sweet Potatoes

Apple Butter on the Stove or in a Crock Pot

Crock Pot Creamed Corn

Creamed Corn with Poblano Peppers in a Crock Pot

Corn and Tomato Casserole in a Crock Pot

Wild Rice and Mushroom Casserole in a Crock Pot

American Pommes de Terre Dauphinoise in a Crock Pot !

Crock Pot Chocolate and Peanut Clusters

Crockpot Cinnamon Almonds

Crock Pot Cream of Vegetable Soup

Crock Pot Pumpkin / Cranberry Bread

Crock Pot Spinach Dip

Tex - Mex Chili in a Crock Pot served with Queso, Cornbread Croutons and GarnishesFruit Cobbler in a Crock Pot

Crock Pot Cauliflower with Lemon and Parmesan Cheese

Enchilada Soup in a Crock Pot

 Crock Pot Cinnamon Roll Bread Pudding 

7 Cans Soup

Aunt Jean's Crock Pot Tofurky with Cranberry Onion Sauce

Crock Pot Sweet Potatoes and Peaches

Crock Pot Thanksgiving Recipes!

 Crock Pot Tex - Mex Chicken

Crock Pot Vegetarian Chili

 Crock Pot Tofurky Roast

 Crock Pot Mac & Cheese

Crock Pot Tuscan Squash Stew 

 Crock Pot Chile con Queso

Crock Pot Squash Casserole / Thanksgiving 2013

Crock Pot Hot Chocolate

Crock Pot Pizza Fondue

Crock Pot Cranberry Punch

Crock Pot Scalloped Corn

Crock Pot Carrot Spice Cake

Crockpot Enchilada Dip 

Crock Pot Hatch Chile Breakfast

 Crock Pot Soup au Pistou

Crock Pot Tuscan White Bean and Rosemary Soup

Crock Pot Breakfast

Crock Pot Parmesan Cheese Grits baked in a Pie Pan

Monday, August 12, 2024

Creamy Corn Pudding Casserole

 A delicious Comfort Food that's easy to make.



Here's what you'll need:

Preheat the Oven to 400 degrees.

A 2 Quart Casserole Dish brushed well with Vegetable Oil or Coated well with Vegetable Cooking Spray.


In a Large Mixing Bowl:

5 Large Eggs, whisk well.

ADD:

1/2 C Butter, melted and cooled.

1/4 C Granulated Sugar. (I use Monkfruit Granulated Sugar Substitute)

1/2 C Whole Milk

1/4 C Cornstarch

Whisk well and then ADD:

1 - 15.25 oz. Can of Whole Kernel Corn, drained.

Stir to Combiner well and ADD:

2 - 14.75 oz. Cans of Creamed Corn.

Stir to Combine well.

Spoon it into the Casserole Dish.

Bake 1 Hour, until Golden Brown.


Enjoy!

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Broccoli Casserole

 A delicious Broccoli Casserole made with Bell Peppers, Onion, White Cheddar Cheese and a Sauce.



Here's what you'll need:

Preheat the Oven to 400 degrees.

1- 9" X 13" Casserole Dish brushed well with Olive Oil.

A Dutch Oven

A Non Stick Skillet


INGREDIENTS

A 2 lb. Head of Broccoli cut into small Floret Pieces.

1 tsp Salt for the Broccoli Directions.

1 TBS Whole Milk for the Broccoli Directions.

1 Red Bell Pepper, diced.

1 Green Bell Pepper, diced.

1 Small Onion cut in Half and the Sliced, dot diced.

3 TBS Olive Oil to Sauté the Peppers and Onion.

1 Bunch of Fresh Dill, Chopped well.

1 C. Grated White Cheddar Cheese.

3 Large Eggs

1 3/4 C Whole Milk for the Sauce.

5 TBS Olive Oil for the Sauce.

4 TBS Whole Wheat Flour

1 tsp Salt For the Sauce.

2 tsp Baking Powder.


DIRECTIONS


In the Dutch Oven:

1 tsp Salt

1 TBS Milk

Fill with Boiling Water and Stir well.

Add:

Broccoli Florets.

Cook on Medium High for 7 - 8 Minutes.

Remove with a Slotted Spoon to a Bowl and set aside.


In the Skillet:

3 TBS Olive Oil, until Hot.

ADD:

Onion and stir.

ADD:

Both Peppers and Cook until Soft.


Spoon the Broccoli into the Casserole Dish.

Top with Onion and Peppers and Mix well.


SAUCE:

In a medium Mixing Bowl:

3 Eggs, whisk well.

ADD:

1 3/4 C Milk

5 TBS Olive Oil

4 TBS Whole Wheat Flour

1 tsp Salt

2 tsp Baking Powder

Whisk well.

ADD:

Dill and Whisk to combine everything until there aren't any Lumps.

Spoon Sauce evenly over the Vegetables.

Sprinkle the Cheese evenly on the Top.

Bake at 400 degrees for 25 minutes.


Enjoy!

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Thursday, August 8, 2024

Unstuffed Cabbage Roll Casserole

This is an easy and delicious Entree.

This Recipe is from All Recipes. Since I used the Photo, I have to give Credit.




This Recipe is served over Cooked Rice but it's an Optional Ingredient.

INGREDIENTS:


  • 2 Pounds Ground Beef  (See below for Vegetarian recommendations)

  • 1 Large Onion, chopped 

  • 1 Small Head Cabbage, chopped

  • 2 (14.5 ounce) Cans Diced Tomatoes

  • 1 (8 ounce) Can Tomato Sauce

  • ½ cup Water

  • 2 Cloves Garlic, minced

  • 2 teaspoons Salt

  • 1 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper


    DIRECTIONS:


    Heat a Dutch Oven or Large Skillet over Medium-High Heat. Cook and Stir Beef and Onion in the Hot Dutch Oven until Browned and Crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes; Drain and Discard Grease.


    Add Cabbage, Tomatoes, Tomato Sauce, Water, Garlic, Salt, and Pepper and bring to a Boil. Cover Dutch Oven, Reduce Heat, and Simmer until Cabbage is Tender, about 30 Minutes.


I make it with Gimme Lean Fresh Ground Sausage or Fresh Ground Beef, both are Vegetarian and taste really good. A combination of the two is really good too. Beyond Meat is another option.


Enjoy!

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Wednesday, July 24, 2024

Cucumbers ( how to remove the bitterness )

 Here's a Tip  from The Hippy in the Kitchen to eliminate the Bitterness from Cucumbers.


Step 1:

Do not Peel them in the beginning.

Step 2:

Cut off Both ends no more than 1/2" and save the pieces you cut off.

Cut off a thin slice and taste it to check for bitterness.

If bitter, continue through the rest of the steps. 

Step 3:

Rub both ends with the piece you just but off and you'll notice a White Creamy Substance being released.

Continue rubbing and wiping off the ends until you don't see anymore of the Creamy Substance.

Step 4:

Use a Potato Peeler and Peel off the Green Peeling. When you remove it, continue around 1 more time and remove a thin layer of the White.

Done! Cut off a thin slice and taste it.


Enjoy!

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Thursday, June 13, 2024

German Pancake

 I like this recipe because it's Diabetic Friendly for a great Breakfast item or even Dessert.

Individual Servings can be topped with Confectioner's Sugar (I use Monk Fruit Powdered Sugar), Fresh Berries, Whipped Cream, or Maple Syrup ( I use Sugar Free.)




Here's what you'll need:


Preheat the Oven to 400 degrees.

A 9" X 13" Casserole Pan.


4 TBS Butter cut into Pats.

1 C All Purpose Flour.

1/2 tsp Salt.

1 C Milk, Room Temperature.

1 tsp Vanilla.

6 Large Eggs, Room Temperature.

GARNISH OPTIONS:

Confectioner's Sugar. ( I use Sugar Free Monk Fruit Powdered Sugar)

Fresh Berries, your choice.

Whipped Cream.

Maple Syrup. (I use Sugar Free)


In a Large Mixing Bowl:

Flour

Salt

Whisk Well.


Add:

Milk

Vanilla

Whisk Well.


In another Bowl:

Eggs, 1 at a time, whisking between each addition.

Add to the Ingredients in the Large Bowl, mix to combine well to create a Batter.

Set Aside.


Place the Casserole Pan in the Preheated Oven with the Pats of Butter, until Melted.

Swirl the Butter to Coat the entire Bottom of the Pan.

Remove from the Oven. 

Slowly Spoon the Batter into the Casserole covering all of the Hot Butter.

Return the Dish to the Oven and Bake 15 to 25 minutes or until it Puffs up and is Golden Brown.

Remove the Pan from the Oven.

Cut into Individual Servings and top each Piece with your Favorite Garnish Options.


Enjoy!

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Avocado Egg Salad Sandwich

 I love Egg Salad and I love Avocados so the combination in a Sandwich was very appealing to me.


Here's what you'll need:

2 Hard Boiled Eggs, chopped.

2 Hard Boiled Egg Whites, chopped.

2 Small, Ripe Avocados, diced.

1 TBS Real Mayonnaise.

1 TBS Lemon Juice.

2 TBS Fine Chopped Green Onion. Use the entire Onion.

1/4 tsp Yellow Mustard.

Salt and Pepper to taste.


In a Mixing Bowl:

All of the Ingredients.


Mash well with a Blending Fork.

Make a Sandwich with your favorite Bread.


Enjoy!

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Wednesday, June 12, 2024

Pasta with White Bean Sauce

 I've discovered Miracle Noodles that allow me to make healthier Pasta Dishes. It's a Plant Based Company called Miracle Noodles. Of course if you aren't Vegetarian or Vegan you can continue to use Regular Pasta Choices. This Plant Based Pasta is also Diabetic Friendly, I've had Diabetes for almost two years so my recipes are beginning to reflect that.


Sauce:

1 TBS Olive Oil

2 Cloves of Garlic, minced.

1 Red Onion, very finely chopped.

1/2 Red Bell Pepper, diced into 1/4" pieces.

3 Stalks of Celery. diced into 1/4" pieces.

1 C Dry White Beans.

1 C Vegetable Broth 

8-10 oz. Pasta, Spaghetti or Linguini.

1/4 C Fresh Chopped Parsley, divided.

1/2 tsp Red Pepper Flakes

Salt & Pepper

Grated Parmesan Cheese for Serving.


In a Sauce Pan on Medium Heat, cook Dry Beans until Soft.

Drain well and divide in Half

Mash Half of the Beans with a Fork and Set Aside.


In a Non Stick Skillet on Medium Heat:

Olive Oil, until Hot.

Add:

Garlic, Onion, Bell Pepper, Celery.

Cook until Soft about 4 Minutes, Stirring often.


Add:

Broth, Salt & Pepper to taste.

1/2 of the Parsley.

Red Pepper Flakes.

Add:

All of the Beans.

Set Aside.


Cook Pasta in a Pot in 4 Quarts of  Rapidly Boiling Water until

Al Dente, about 8 Minutes.

Drain Well.


Return Sauce to re-heat it to a Boil.

Transfer Pasta to a Large Shallow Serving Bowl and add the Bean Sauce.

Mix to combine well.

Sprinkle with remaining Parsley.

Sprinkle Individual Servings with Parmesan Cheese.


Enjoy!

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Sunday, April 7, 2024

Lasagna (Made with Vegetable Noodles and Meatless Grounds)

 I made this for Easter and it is delicious.  I research new healthy recipes that are also delicious. This is one of them. The Noodles I discovered are not Pasta (no flour and Gluten Free) so I can now enjoy a delicious traditional tasting Lasagna. When the Noodles are baked the have the same consistency as traditional Lasagna Noodles.








Here's what you'll need:

Preheat the Oven to 375 degrees.

A  9" X 13" Casserole Dish sprayed with a Vegetable Spray or Brushed with Vegetable Oil.


1 Bag of Frozen Meatless Crumbles. (there are a variety of Brands available) Do not thaw them.

12 Pieces of Zen Pasta Noodles ( 1 Box). They do not have to be pre boiled. 

4 C of your favorite Marinara Sauce, divided.

15 oz. Ricotta Cheese

2 C Shredded Mozzarella Cheese, divided.

1 Egg

1/2 C Grated Parmesan Cheese, divided.

1 tsp Dried Oregano or Basil.

While the Oven is preheating:

Stir Frozen Crumbles in 2 C of Simmering Marinara Sauce.

Add remaining Sauce and Simmer for an additional 3 minutes. ( Remove from Heat)


Make the Filling:

In a small Mixing Bowl:

Ricotta Cheese

Egg

1 C Mozzarella Cheese

1/4 C Parmesan Cheese

1 tsp Dried Oregano or Basil

Mix until well blended.


Spread 1 1/2 C of the Meat Sauce in the Casserole Dish.

Layer the Dish in the following Order:

3 Noodles allowing a small space between each Noodle and the sides of the Dish. The Noodles will be placed across the Width of the Pan, not in the traditional way. The Noodles are made to fit this way.

Continue Layering:

1/3 of the Ricotta Mixture.

1 C of Meat Sauce.

3 more Noodles.

1/3 of the Ricotta Mixture.

1 C Meat Sauce.

3 more Noodles.

Remaining Ricotta Mixture.

1 C Meat Sauce.

3 more Noodles.

The Remaining Meat Sauce.

Sprinkle with ramping Mozzarella Cheese and Parmesan Cheese.


Cover with Foil and Bake for 50 - 55 Minutes.

Enjoy!

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Saturday, March 9, 2024

Irish Beef Stew ( Vegetarian version included)

 I've adapted this recipe for Vegetarians using Gardein Homestyle Beefless Tips or Beyond Steak Plant Based Seared Tips. You can certainly make this with Meat if you prefer.







Here's what you'll need:

Read the Entire Recipe before beginning the Preparation. There are some things that need to be made ahead of time and set aside.

A Dutch Oven (I prefer Cast Iron)

Salt and Pepper to taste.

4 TBS Olive Oil to Brown the Beef Tips.

2 TBS Olive Oil to Sauté the Vegetables.

1 Bag / 9 oz. Gardein Homestyle Beefless Tips, or 10 oz Beyond Steak Seared Tips.

4 Cloves Garlic, minced.

1/2 C Dry Red Wine

1 C Diced Fresh Mushrooms.

3 C Beef Broth,  I use a Vegetarian Beef Flavored Broth (Better Than Bouillon)

2 TBS Tomato Paste

2 TBS Flour

2 TBS Minced Fresh Rosemary

2 TBS Minced Fresh Thyme

1/2 C Frozen Peas

2 Stalks Celery, diced.

2 Small Carrots, diced.

1 Medium Onion diced.

2 Frozen Hash Brown Patties, thawed.

1 TBS Cornstarch, 1 TBS Water (Mix well to create a Slurry) Do this ahead of time and set aside.


In the Dutch Oven:

4 TBS Oil on Medium Heat, until Hot. Sear the Beef Tips until Browned. Make ahead, drain and set aside.

Add 2 TBS Oil to the Pot, until Hot.


Add:

Carrots, Onion and Mushrooms.  Sauté 5 - 8 minutes.

Add Garlic and Flour.

Stir well and Cook 2-3 minutes.

Deglaze the Pot with Red Wine, scraping the bottom and stirring to combine well.


Add:

Broth

Tomato Paste 

Celery

Herbs

Salt and Pepper to taste.

Bring to a Boil.

Reduce Heat to Low, Cover and Simmer for 1 Hour.

Add:

Beef Seared Beef Tips

Peas 

Corn Starch Slurry and Stir until Thickened.

Remove from Heat.

Transfer to a Serving Bowl or Serve Immediately from the Pot.


Enjoy!

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Friday, March 8, 2024

Irish Fried Cabbage and Bacon

 For Saint Patrick's Day I make a Vegetarian Beef Tips Irish Stew and Fried Cabbage with Vegetarian Fried Bacon. 


Irish Fried Cabbage and Bacon:




  • 1 (12 ounce) package Bacon ) I use a Vegetarian Bacon

  • ¼ C melted Crisco

  • 1 Small Head of Cabbage, cored and finely chopped,

  • Ground Black Pepper to taste.


    1. Cook Bacon in a deep Skillet, in Crisco, over medium heat until crisp, 5 to 7 minutes. Remove Bacon from Skillet and drain on a paper towel-lined plate. Reserve the Oil in the Skillet to fry the Cabbage.

    2. Add Cabbage, cook and stir over medium heat until Cabbage wilts, 5 to 7 minutes.

    3. Crumble Bacon over Cabbage. Stir and Simmer until Bacon is warmed, 2 to 3 minutes. 

      Season to taste with Black Pepper.

      Transfer to a Serving Dish.


      Enjoy!

      Peace in the Kitchen!

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Sunday, March 3, 2024

SOUP a Collection of my favorite recipes.

 I decided to create a Collection POST of my favorite Soup recipes.


German Beer Cheese Soup and Hatch Pepper Cheese Soup

Fresh Pumpkin Soup served with Roasted Pumpkin Seeds

Andersen's Split Pea Soup and my own Original Spring Pea Soup !

7 Cans Soup

Tex-Mex Potato Corn Soup

Spring Pea Soup

Rustic Bean and Sausage Soup

Hatch Jack Cheese Soup

Stuffed Bell Pepper Soup

Chunky Tomato Soup 

Vegetable Barley Soup

Cream of Corn Soup

Cream of Carrot Soup / Ree Drummond / The Pioneer Woman

Yellow Split Pea Soup

Red Pepper and Smoked Gouda Cheese Soup

Cream of Wild Rice and Mushroom Soup

French Brie Cheese Soup

Texas French Onion Soup and Classic French Soupe a L'Onion Gratinee!

Cream of Asiago Cheese Soup

Vegetarian Split Pea Soup

 Hash Brown Potato Soup in a Crock Pot + My Original Macaroni and Cheese with Hash Browns

Florentine Soup

Old Fashioned Broccoli Rice and Cheese Casserole

Spinach Tortellini Soup

Sweet Potato Soup

Hotel Bristol's Soupe de Courge a la Créme

Roasted Hatch Green Chile SoupPumpkin Soup

Tomato Soup and Grilled Cheese Croutons

Terry's Cream of Tomato Pesto Soup / 2004

 Creamed Corn Soup

 Crock Pot Soup au Pistou

Cauliflower Soup

Autumn's Italian Potato Soup

Taco Soup (Vegetarian Version)

Cream of Spinach Soup

Butternut Squash Soup

Cabbage Soup

Tex - Mex Tomato Soup

Bean Soup with Italian Link Sausage (Vegetarian or regular Sausage)

Enchilada Soup in a Crock Pot

Cold Strawberry Soup

Hearty Vegetarian Minestrone Soup

Fresh Zucchini Provençal Soup

Green Chile and Potato Chowder

Gazpacho / Ree Drummond / The Pioneer Woman

Cream of Jalapeno and Cilantro Soup

Tex - Mex Soup / an original recipe from The Hippy in the Kitchen

Black Bean Soup

Tuscan Country Soup / Original Recipe / Vegetarian

Hatch Chile Cilantro Soup

Vegetarian Chicken Tortilla Soup

Provencal Cream of Asparagus Soup ....... ( no milk or cream)