Food Guide and Recipes

When you need a good hearty soup to warm you from the inside out, try this Beefy Goulash Soup with Caraway Seeds. This German inspired soup is great for lunch or add a salad and some crusty bread or cornbread and have it for dinner. Make it a complete German meal by serving a German Apple or Chocolate Cake for dessert. Yummy!

BEEFY GOULASH SOUP WITH CARAWAY SEEDS

1 1/4 lbs beef round steak, fat trimmed and meat cut into 1-inch pieces

1 tsp canola or olive oil

1 cup chopped onion

3 (14-oz each) cans reduced-sodium beef broth

2 (approx 15-oz each) cans diced tomatoes

1 1/2 cups sliced carrots

2 tbsp Splenda granular

1 tbsp paprika

1 tbsp caraway seeds, slightly crushed

2 cloves garlic, minced

2 cups uncooked noodles (preferably whole-wheat)

2 cups very thinly sliced cabbage Continue reading ‘Enjoy this delicious and easy Beefy Goulash Soup with Caraway Seeds and it’s Diabetic Friendly, too!’ »

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. Continue reading ‘Old Fashion Recipe for a Hearty Hamburger Soup that Makes an Easy, Tasty and Inexpensive Meal’ »

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. Continue reading ‘Soup Without Meat: Broccoli Cauliflower Soup’ »

One of the easier ways to prepare a quick, nutritious, meal is to feature or start with soup. Here are a couple of soup recipes that are tasty, quick, and easy to prepare. The Flavorful Onion Soup is a perfect first course, goes great with a sandwich or can be served on its own with a plate of crusty breads, crackers, and/or cheese. The Vegetable-Cheese Soup can be prepared in a matter of minutes making it perfect for those very busy days.

FLAVORFUL ONION SOUP

1 tbsp butter
1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
5 1/2 cups water
1 tbsp + 2 tsps beef-flavored bouillon granules
1/2 tsp Worcestershire sauce

Melt butter in a large saucepan over low heat. Add the onion slices to the butter. Cover the saucepan and cook over low heat for 20 minutes or until the onion is lightly browned, stirring occasionally. Add water, bouillon granules, and Worcestershire sauce stirring well. Cover and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer 10 minutes. Serve hot with seasoned croutons and Parmesan cheese, if desired. Continue reading ‘Quick and Easy Soup Recipes: Flavorful Onion and Vegetable-Cheese’ »

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. Continue reading ‘Soups With Rice: Spring Creamy Vegetable Rice Soup and Chicken Soup with Wild Rice and Spinach’ »

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. Continue reading ‘How to Made a Delicious Southwest Corn and Turkey Soup’ »

Slowcookers and Crockpots are not just for winter meals. They are a great way to help keep your kitchen cool in the summer time. You can cook the main part of your meal without turning on the stove or oven. The Spareribs, Cabbage ‘N’ Kraut is a tasty meal that has a German flavor. The Chunky, Creamy Chicken Soup is easy and should please everyone. It is also an excellent recipe for diabetics.

SPARERIBS, CABBAGE ‘N KRAUT

3 to 4 lb lean pork spareribs, cut into serving size pieces
salt to taste
pepper to taste
1 small can sauerkraut
1/2 small head of cabbage, thinly sliced
1 large onion, thinly sliced
1 apple, quartered, cored, and sliced
1 tsp caraway seeds or dill weed
1 cup water
1 tsp salt Continue reading ‘How to Keep Your Kitchen Cool? Bring out the Crockpot or Slowcooker’ »

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. Continue reading ‘How to Make an Old Fashion Eggplant Stew or an Amish Cheese Soup’ »

You can come home after a long day of work, errands, volunteering or whatever else you do on your busy days to the welcoming aroma of this Slowcooker Shrimp and Sausage Soup. If you are thinking shrimp in a slow cooker can’t be right, you are only half wrong. This tasty soup cooks for 6 to 8 hours in the slow cooker or crockpot then you add the shrimp after you get home. They only have to cook for 15 minutes. This is a perfect way to enjoy a good soup shortly after arriving home from a long day. And another good thing is that you can enjoy shrimp, sausage, tomatoes, potatoes, other vegetables, etc without having a kitchen full of dirty pots and pans.

SLOW COOKER SHRIMP AND SAUSAGE SOUP

1 can (14 1/2-oz) fire-roasted diced tomatoes

4 medium red potatoes, washed & quartered

1/2 lb smoked sausage, sliced

1 green bell pepper, diced

1 stalk celery, sliced

1 cup water

1/4 cup chopped onion

1/2 tsp paprika

1/2 tsp minced garlic

1/4 tsp dried thyme

1/4 tsp salt, optional

1 lb medium shrimp, peeled & deveined Continue reading ‘How to Make a Tasty Slow Cooker Shrimp and Sausage Soup’ »

If you love sweet potatoes like I do, I think you will enjoy this easy to make soup recipe. What I really like about this soup is the hint of orange flavoring mixed with the sweet taste of the potatoes.

If you wanted to save time, you could use canned yams, but I feel it doesn’t taste as delicious…as if you used the fresh ones. This recipe will make 4 servings. Continue reading ‘Orange Spice Sweet Potato Soup Recipe’ »