Vegetable Minestrone Soup This dish is a hardy meal full of vegetables, pasta, and delicious flavors. It’s another wintertime favorite in our house. The pasta can be varied as well as the vegetables. This makes a large pot of soup which is great for larger gatherings or leftovers. Ingredients 1 large onion – chopped 1 head celery – chopped 1 bunch carrots- chopped 3 cloves garlic chopped 3 large potatoes cubed 2 zucchini sliced round 2 yellow squash sliced round 1 6oz bag baby spinach 1 8oz can hunts tomato sauce 1 – 14oz can diced tomatoes 1 10oz bag […]
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Vegetable Beef Soup This dish is a hardy meal full of vegetables, meat and delicious flavors. It’s a winter time favorite in our house. Ingredients 2 lbs cubed beef 1 large onion – chopped 1 head celery – chopped 1 bunch carrots- chopped 3 cloves garlic chopped 3 large potatoes cubed 1 8oz can hunts tomato sauce 1 – 14oz can diced tomatoes 1 10oz bag frozen peas 1 10oz bag frozen corn 1 10oz bag frozen cut green beans 1lb elbow pasta Extra virgin olive oil to cover bottom of the pan 2 beef bouillon cubes 1 tsp salt […]
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Tortellini Soup This is a great dish alone or as a starter to a meal. It’s quite simple to make and rich in flavors. The spinach is a nice balance to the cheeses. Ingredients 1- 5 oz package of baby spinach 1 – 9 oz package 4 cheese tortellini 1 cup grated cheese 2- 32 oz containers of chicken broth 2 chicken bouillon cubes Extra virgin olive oil 4 cloves chopped garlic 1 tsp salt 1/2 tsp black pepper 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes Directions Add tortellini to salted boiling water. Let cook for approximately 10-12 minutes. Taste. When done […]
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Stracciatella Soup This soup is so quick and easy to whip up. It takes minutes and is always my go to dish for hectic evenings. The cheese adds just the right amount of salty, richness flavor to the spinach and the eggs. Perfect on a winter night or as a starter to a sandwich. Ingredients 1- 5 oz package of baby spinach 12 eggs – scrambled 1 cup grated cheese 2- 32 oz containers of chicken broth 2 chicken bouillon cubes Extra virgin olive oil 4 cloves chopped garlic 1 tsp salt 1/2 tsp black pepper 1/2 tsp red pepper […]
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Split Pea Soup This was a winter staple in our house. It’s a hearty dish that is great for warming you right up. Â This recipe uses cubed ham but you can substitute bacon or sausage for an even heartier flavor. Ingredients 1 package split peas, soak overnight and rinse 1 lb ham steak cubed 1 large onion – chopped 1 head celery – chopped 1 bunch carrots- chopped Extra virgin olive oil to cover bottom of the pan 2 chicken bouillon cubes Salt Pepper 2 -32oz containers of chicken stock 6-8 fresh basil leaves chopped 1 cup white wine Directions […]
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Pasta Fagioli – White Bean Soup Pasta and Beans is an Italian soup which is simple, hearty, and an inexpensive meal to prepare. There are many variations to this dish, but this recipe is basic. You can use any small pasta like Ditalini, shells or elbows. You can also add Italian sausage and/ or vegetables to really elevate the flavors. Ingredients 1 lb Ditalini pasta 2- 32oz containers of chicken broth 2 -15oz cans cannellini beans 3 garlic cloves chopped 1 chicken bouillon cube ¼ cup white wine 1 tsp salt ½ tsp black pepper ¼ tsp red pepper flakes […]
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Pasta Fagioli White Beans, Vegetables and Sausage Pasta and Beans is an Italian soup which is simple, hearty, and an inexpensive meal to prepare. There are many variations to this dish, but the ingredients for this recipe  include tomatoes, celery, carrots, spinach, and Italian sweet sausage. Variations include using Italian hot sausage to spice it up or mix both the sweet and hot sausage together – either way the soup will be hearty and flavorful. You can use any small pasta like Ditalini, shells or elbows. Ingredients 1 lb Ditalini pasta 3- 32oz containers of chicken broth 2 -15oz cans […]
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Kale and Bean Soup Hearty, flavorful soup perfect for winter time. Enjoy at lunch or dinner. Ingredients 1 cup chopped celery 1 cup chopped onion 1 cup chopped carrots 5 sweet Italian sausage- cut into bite size pieces 1 – 14.5 oz can diced tomatoes 1 cup chopped white potatoes 1 – 10oz bag baby kale 1 -29 oz can white cannellini beans 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 2-32 oz containers of chicken broth 1/2 cup white wine 2 chicken bouillon cubes Salt to taste 1 tsp black pepper 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes 1/2 tsp rosemary Directions 1. Cover […]
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Hearty Pea Soup This is a great winter dish and comfort food. It is abundant in flavor and color. This soup can also be prepared in advance for optimal flavor. Ingredients 1 package split peas, soak overnight and rinse 1 lb ham steak cubed 1 large onion – chopped 1 head celery – chopped 1 bunch carrots- chopped 1 – 14oz can diced tomatoes Extra virgin olive oil to cover bottom of the pan 2 chicken bouillon cups Salt Pepper 2 containers of chicken stock 6-8 fresh basil leaves chopped 1 cup White wine Directions 1. In a medium size […]
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Hearty Lentil Soup This is and was another dinner staple in our house. This flavorful soup can be served as a starter or as a main dish. This dish can be made ahead of time for optimal flavor. Ingredients 1-15oz package dried lentils- soaked overnight. Drained and rinsed 1 package Italian sausage sweet – sliced 1 large onion chopped 1 large head celery chopped 1 bunch carrots chopped 1 – 15oz can or fresh diced tomatoes 6 basil leaves chopped 2 chicken bouillon cubes 2- 32 oz containers chicken broth 3/4 cup white wine Extra virgin Olive oil to cover […]
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