Soup is our go-to meal on chilly Minnesota days. Whether you are looking for something warm and light, or something more hearty and comforting, a bowl of soup always makes for a great meal. Search chili and soup recipes here.
Take it from this Minnesota Mom, surviving crazy weeknights in the dead of winter requires warm, stick to your ribs suppers, that warm you from the inside out. This Slow Cooker Beef Stew is the ultimate comfort food, and it does just that. Why make Beef Stew? As a busy mom, I know how crazy…
My Italian grandmother has lots of fabulous recipes up her sleeve, but this Italian Sausage soup is probably my favorite. A light, tomato broth bursting with classic Italian flavors, infused with a little zip from the spice of the sausage, makes this hearty soup a perfect supper on a cold night. Is Italian Sausage Soup…
Turn a few simple ingredients, into a delicious meal the whole family will love with this cheesy, veggie packed Broccoli Cheese soup recipe. Why make Broccoli Cheese Soup? We are a soup family! During the cold Minnesota months, we all love a bowl of hot soup served with a loaf of crusty bread to warm…
This hearty chili recipe with tomato juice is bursting with rich tomato flavor in every bite. A perfect meal to warm you up on cooler days. Why make chili? Chili is one of our family favorite recipes during the Fall and Winter months. Living in Minnesota, when cold temperatures strike, we lean on hot, meaty…
Chicken Noodle Mac n Cheese Soup is like a cozy blanket on a cold day. Loaded with chicken, carrots, noodles and a cheesy broth, this family friendly meal is a must try this winter. What is Chicken Noodle Mac n Cheese soup? We love Mac n Cheese in our house. We also love Chicken Noodle…
Easy Chicken Tortilla Soup is a flavorful, and healthy meal without being too filling, and it comes together in under 30 minutes. What is Chicken Tortilla Soup? Typically, a chicken or broth based soup with chunks of cooked chicken, corn, beans, tomatoes, garlic and Mexican seasonings. Its simmered in a large pot to let all…
Slow Cooker Chicken and Dumpling Soup has tender chicken, veggies and soft, pillow dumplings a creamy broth. It also has bacon, which basically makes it the most delicious soup ever. Why Make Slow Cooker Chicken and Dumpling Soup? Its still Winter here in Minnesota. The wind is still whipping, the temperature is still below freezing…
Skip creepy store bought cans with unpronounceable ingredients, and learn how to make cream of chicken soup at home in just 5 minutes using pantry staples. Why Make Cream of Chicken Soup? During the holidays and Winter months, I find myself constantly attracted to creamy, comfort food type dishes. Baked chicken over rice or noodles,…
Delicious, cozy, homemade Tortellini Soup with all of the classic flavors of my Italian family’s handmade version, but simplified to only 6 ingredients so you can make it on a busy weeknight. What is Easy Tortellini Soup Homemade Tortellini Soup is Christmas Eve tradition for my Italian family. We all gather at my Grandmother’s home…
Use canned black beans for this rich and savory one pot Easy Black Bean Soup that will warm you from the inside out. Salty bacon, fire roasted tomatoes and tangy fresh lime juice create a burst of flavor in every bite. Plus black beans are packed with fiber, so this soup will help keep you…
Whenever I make a big pot of hot and delicious soup, I always make a little extra so that I can freeze some to have on hand for a later date. That way, I can cook once, but enjoy multiple warm and hearty meals. This is my favorite method of how to freeze soup and…
A little sweet and a little spicy, this one pot Ground Turkey Chili recipe is a healthier alternative to classic beef chili, but just as hearty and comforting on a chilly day. Shhh…it has a secret ingredient! Why make Ground Turkey Chili? This recipe was inspired by my husband’s family’s classic beef chili recipe that…