This was a throw together quick stew I created one evening. It goes together in no time. 4-5 cups water 1 tablespoon beef bouillon (or vegetable, for a vegetarian/vegan option) salt & pepper, to taste 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/4 teaspoon onion powder 1 teaspoon (beef) bacon drippings (or use Melt or your favorite … Continue reading Beefy Lentil Stew
January was a cold and wet month for northern California, soups and stews are a great way to warm up; this is the beef stew I created. Enjoy! 2 to 2 1/2 pounds beef chunks 3 tablespoons flour salt & pepper, to taste 1 teaspoon smoked paprika 1 onion, diced 2-3 celery ribs, washed & … Continue reading Beef Stew
Wintertime is a time when we are looking for hot foods to warm us up. This recipe fits that description both in temperature and spice, depending on your spice and/or sausage choice (chorizo sausage anyone?). Perfect served with a salad, warm tortillas or cornbread. ¼ cup dry kidney beans ¼ cup dry black beans … Continue reading Chili
This is a recipe I created years ago; it's a great recipe when at the end of the grocery month. Savory Lentils and Rice ¼ c lentils/½ c water (I used regular lentils, but red lentils would be a nice substitute) ¼ c rice/1 c water (I used brown basmati rice, but any rice will … Continue reading Savory Lentils, Rice and/or Beans
A simple, warm & comforting soup. So easy to make. 1 cup stock/broth 1/2 cup water 1 egg, well beaten 1/4 cup frozen mixed veggies (peas & carrots), thawed (you can use less) 1 green onion, sliced (optional, more for garnish) salt & pepper, to taste (optional: cubed, cooked chicken or cubed firm … Continue reading Egg Drop Soup
I hope the East side of the U.S. has finally warmed up & dug out of the frozen precipitation; if not, this is the perfect soup for you. I love a savory butternut soup, so silky, smooth & perfect for a cold winters day! Here is my version. 1 medium butternut squash 1 rib celery, … Continue reading Butternut Squash Soup (Savory)
When I was younger, I didn't care for broccoli, but I loved my mom's broccoli cheese soup; this is my non-dairy re-creation. One note - there is a lot of stock/broth in this recipe, however, if not enough is used, the cheese may make the soup congeal, more like mac & cheese consistency. You can … Continue reading Broccoli Cheddar Soup
