Soup Without Meat: Broccoli Cauliflower Soup
As a soup lover, I always feel one can’t have too many soup recipes. I am not a big meat eater–just simply don’t like the taste of most meats–so I love a good soup that isn’t meat based. Assuming there are others out there like me, I am choosing to share a good soup recipe that is begetable based and doesn’t involve meat. This recipe for Broccoli-Cauliflower Soup produces a delicious rich, creamy soup. With the broccoli, cauliflower, onion and chicken-flavored bouillon, you can eat and enjoy this soup without getting a mouthful of meat. I like it with a rustic crusty bread. However, if you still want meat, it is perfect to serve with a sandwich on the side. This soup also makes a great appetizer course. This soup is also okay for diabetics as it has half as many proteins as carbs.
BROCCOLI-CAULIFLOWER SOUP
1 1/2 cups water
1 pkg (10-oz) frozen chopped broccoli, thawed
1 pkg (10-oz) frozen cauliflower, thawed
1/3 cup chopped onion
2 tsp chicken-flavored bouillon granules
1/4 tsp garlic powder
1 tbsp cornstarch
3 cups fat-free milk, divided
1/2 tsp salt
1/8 tsp pepper
In a small Dutch oven or large saucepan, combine water, broccoli, cauliflower, onion, and bouillon granules. Cover pan and bring to a boil. Cook 5 to 8 minutes or until vegetables are tender. (Do not drain.) Stir in garlic powder. Process vegetable mixture in blender (will have to do in batches) until mixture is smooth. Return mixture to pan. Dissolve cornstarch in 1/2 cup of the milk, stirring until smooth. Stir cornstarch mixture into the vegetable mixture. Add the remaining milk, salt and pepper to the vegetable mixture; stirring well. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until mixture is thickened and bubbly. Read more
Soups With Rice: Spring Creamy Vegetable Rice Soup and Chicken Soup with Wild Rice and Spinach
One of the quickest, easiest, and most economical ways to feed your famiy and/or friends, is to serve a delicious soup. Soups are perfect with or without meat and they are versatile enough to serve as a snack, an appetizer, or a light lunch with a sandwich or salad. On a busy weeknight, soup makes a good dinner option. Serve with cornbread or a rustic crusty bread, a relish tray or a tray of meat and cheeses. You can add a simple dessert for a complete meal. For those who like a meaty soup, try this recipe for Chicken Soup with Wild Rice and Spinach. For the vegetable lovers, try this recipe for Spring Creamy Vegetable Rice Soup.
CHICKEN SOUP WITH WILD RICE AND SPINACH
1 can (14-oz) reduced sodium chicken broth
1 3/4 cups carrots, diced
2 cups cooked wild rice
2 cans (10 3/4-oz each) condensed cream of chicken soup
1 tsp dried thyme
1/4 tsp dried sage
fresh ground black pepper, diced or shredded
2 cups baby spinach, coarsely chopped
1/2 cup milk
In a medium saucepan, bring chicken broth to a boil and add carrots; cook about 10 to 12 minutes. Add the cooked rice to the carrots. Stir in the soup, thyme, sage, and pepper; return to a boil. Stir in the chicken, spinach, and milk. Cook soup, stirring occasionally, about 2 to 3 minutes or until thoroughly heated. Read more
How to Make Two Bean Soup and Split Pea and Turkey Ham Soup (Both are also perfect for Diabetics)
Soups are easy to make, they are inexpensive, and they are very nourishing. Here are a couple of recipes that are great soups and they are also perfect for diabetics. Two Bean Soup uses baby Lima beans and great northern beans together for a tasty combination. The Split-Pea and Turkey Ham Soup is a convenient slow-cooker recipe.
TWO-BEAN SOUP
1/2 lb dried baby Lima beans
1/2 lb dried great northern beans
1 (49 1/2 oz) can reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 1/2 cups cubed cooked lean ham
1 medium onion, chopped
2 celery ribs with leaves, chopped
2 medium carrots, sliced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/8 tsp ground ginger
2 green onions, sliced, optional
Wash beans and remove any bad ones. Place in a large pot or dutch oven and add enough water to cover by 2-inches. Bring to a boil and boil for two minutes. Remove from the heat; cover and let stand one hour. Read more
How to Made a Delicious Southwest Corn and Turkey Soup
Cook up the flavor of the Southwest in one pot! Delicious Southwest Corn and Turkey Soup is sure to please the soup lover in you and your family. This is not only a tasty soup but one packed full of nutrients. In addition to the turkey and the corn, you have zucchini, black beans, garlic, onion, etc. Serve your family a bowl of this nutritious soup today.
SOUTHWEST CORN AND TURKEY SOUP
3 dried ancho chilies
2 small zucchini
nonstick cooking spray
1 medium onion, thinly sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp ground cumin
3 cans (14-oz each) chicken broth
2 cups shredded cooked turkey meat
1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 pkg (10-oz) frozen corn
1/4 cup cornmeal
1 tsp oregano
1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Cut the stems from the chilies and shake out the seeds. Place chilies in a medium bowl and cover with boiling water. Let stand around a half hour until the chilies are soft; drain. Cut chilies open lengthwise and lay flat on a cutting board. With the edge of a small knife, scrape chili pulp from the skin. Finely mince pulp; set aside. Read more
How to Make an Old Fashion Eggplant Stew or an Amish Cheese Soup
Here are a couple of recipes for some good soup and stew. This Amish recipe is from the Old Order Amish and uses the vegetables onion, carrots, and celery which gives this soup extra flavor and vitamins. The Eggplant Stew is an old Syrian family tradition. Whether you want a simple Amish Cheese Soup or something a little different with Eggplant Stew, be sure to add these recipes to your soup recipe files.
AMISH CHEESE SOUP
This is an old Old Order Amish recipe.
1/4 cup chopped onion
3 tbsp butter
1/4 cup flour
2 cups milk
1 cup chicken broth
1/2 cup shredded carrots
1/2 cup finely chopped celery
3/4 cup boiling water
1 1/2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
Cook carrots and celery in boiling water until tender. Do not drain. Melt butter in large saucepan and add onion; cook until tender. Stir in flour and blend well. Gradually add the milk and chicken broth. Add the carrots and celery. Cook, stirring, until thickened. Stir in the cheese and stir over low heat until the cheese is melted. Read more
Soup and Chowder to Make Quickly and Easily: Cheese Bean Chowder and Brat-Cheese Soup
I love soups and could eat them everyday. But I don’t always have the time to make a big pot of soup that simmers for hours. I have found some soups that can be made in minutes or without a lot of work. If you are in the mood for soup but have a limited amount of time, try these recipes. Cheese-Bean Chowder does not have meat so for the meat lovers out there, go with the Brat-Cheese Soup.
CHEESE-BEAN CHOWDER
3 (15-oz each) cans navy beans*, drained
2 cups water
1 med onion, chopped
1 stalk celery, chopped
2 tsp instant beef bouillon granules
1/2 tsp dried basil, crushed
1 bay leaf
2 cups milk
1 jar (8-oz) pasteurized process cheese spread
minced fresh parsley for garnish, optional Read more
Old Fashion Recipe for a Hearty Hamburger Soup that Makes an Easy, Tasty and Inexpensive Meal
There is nothing better, in my opinion, than a hearty bowl of soup. I love soup and would eat it everyday if I didn’t have a husband who has to have his meat and potatoes meals! But I especially love soups in the fall and on cold winter days. Now that September has rolled back around, my thoughts are turning more and more to soups. If you are like me, and enjoy a good cup or bowl of soup, here is a recipe from my vintage recipe collection that you might want to try. Hearty Hamburger Soup is easy and inexpensive using ground beef, vegetables, and rice to combine into a very tasty soup. The ground beef takes on a richness when browned in the butter. The soup is chocked full of healthy vegetables including potatoes, celery, tomatoes, corn, carrots, and cabbage. The rice adds a special touch and also adds a grain to the ingredients. Serve this soup with a crusty rolls or hot cornbread for a hearty, inexpensive meal. Add a salad and dessert if you desire.
HEARTY HAMBURGER SOUP
1 tbsp butter
2 lbs ground beef
2 quarts boiling water
2 cups diced potatoes
1 cup diced celery
2 cups tomatoes
1 cup corn
1 cup diced carrots
2 cups shredded cabbage
2 onions, diced
1 1/2 tsp salt
1/4 cup rice
Melt butter in a skillet and add ground beef. Brown the beef, drain and pour into a large saucepan or a dutch oven. Add the water and bring to a boil. Add the vegetables and rice then the seasonings. Simmer for 1 to 1 1/2 hours to cook the vegetables and allow the flavors to mesh. Read more
Recipe for Ham and Red Potato Soup that is also suitable for Diabetics
One of my very favorite soups is Potato Soup. I like just about any way you can make it. But since I’ve become diabetic I have to be careful about too much of the goooood stuff! Here is a recipe that is hearty, tasty, and even we diabetics can enjoy it along with you lucky folks who aren’t diabetic! Try this yummy soup soon. This Ham and Red Potato Soup has the added protein of the ham along with the milk making it more diabetic friendly.
HAM & RED POTATO SOUP
1/2 lb cubed cooked ham
1 lb red potatoes (approx. 8 small) scrubbed and cut into cubes
2 cups water
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 cup butter
3/4 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 medium carrots, finely chopped
3 tbsp all-purpose flour
3 cups milk
3/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper
1/8 tsp thyme
Place potatoes, water, and 1/2 tsp salt in a 2-quart saucepan. Heat to boiling. Reduce heat to simmer, cover pan, and cook until potatoes are tender, about 10 to 15 minutes. Drain. Read more
Old Fashion Salad Recipes: Farmer’s Layered Taco Salad and Cajun Pepper Salad
Whether for an entree or as a side dish, salads are always popular. Here are a couple of recipes from my vintage collection for a Farmer’s Layered Taco Salad from Indiana and a Cajun Pepper Salad. Give these salads a try soon.
FARMER’S LAYERED TACO SALAD
1 lb ground beef
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 pkt (1.25-oz) taco seasoning mix
1 can (15-oz) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
2 cups shredded lettuce
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
1 can ripe olives, drained and chopped
1 can (8-oz) tomato sauce
1 1/2 cups crushed corn chips
1 cup chopped fresh tomatoes
Sour cream, optional
Salsa, optional Read more
For a Tasty Vegetarian Dish Try this Recipe for Chinese Vegetarian Noodles
If you are a vegetarian or are searching for something to make for your vegetarian family member or friends, give this recipe for Chinese Vegetarian Noodles a try. This is a quick and easy dish to make and is sure to impress the vegetarians in your group. The non-vegetarians will be impressed, too. Offer them a chicken breast, a slice of pork loin or something similar with their noodles!
CHINESE VEGETARIAN NOODLES
1 1/2 tbsp minced garlic
1 tbsp minced fresh ginger (1 tsp ground ginger)
1 1/2 tbsp curry powder (or less to suit your taste)
1/4 cup vegetable broth
3 tbsp soy sauce
1/2 tsp sugar
3/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp fresh ground black pepper
1 1/2 tbsp corn oil
1 red onion, thinly sliced
1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
4 cups thinly sliced cabbage
1/2 lb rice stick noodles (ethnic food section), softened in hot water and drained Read more