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Creamy Bean Soup with Sausage

This comforting and hearty creamy bean soup with kielbasa sausage goes from cutting board to soup bowl in about a half an hour. When I was little and still finding my way around the kitchen with a can opener, my favorite soups to make were from the red and white striped ... continue reading... about Creamy Bean Soup with Sausage

30 Dinner Ideas to Make Tonight When There’s No Time to Cook

These 30 quick and easy, tasty dinner ideas are the perfect dinner recipes for even the busiest times of the week. All good summer things have come to an end my friends. It's that time of year where we trade in pool time for school time. As we gear up for shorter yet ... continue reading... about 30 Dinner Ideas to Make Tonight When There’s No Time to Cook

31 Days of Summer Produce Recipes to Make in August

These 31 easy, healthy recipe ideas for summer produce are what make the living easy this month! There's nothing quite like biting into that first peach with juice dribbling steadily down your chin. Or the taste of summer's first BLT stacked high with tomatoes still warm from ... continue reading... about 31 Days of Summer Produce Recipes to Make in August

Sausage and Gnocchi Soup

This sausage and gnocchi soup serves many purposes that apply right now—it's easy, calls for pantry staples, and who doesn't love Italian?—but it's so good it's sure to become a favorite you'll be making for years to come. Pantry staple recipes are having a renaissance and ... continue reading... about Sausage and Gnocchi Soup

20 Recipes You Can Make with a Can of Beans

Canned beans are one of those pantry staples we always have on hand. They're cheap, easy, fuss-free, and filling, and their versatility makes them an awesome standby for tacos, salads, soups, enchiladas, and more. To get more meal prep inspiration from your pantry, check out this ... continue reading... about 20 Recipes You Can Make with a Can of Beans

Chicken, Crab and Andouille Sausage Gumbo Recipe

Chicken and andouille sausage are traditional ingredients in every good gumbo recipe, but when you add crab this gumbo goes from good to grand. The BEST Gumbo Recipe There are many stand-ins out there that simply don't make the authentic cut. Cubic zirconium will never take ... continue reading... about Chicken, Crab and Andouille Sausage Gumbo Recipe

Killer Beef and Three Bean Chili

There are two ingredients that take this easy beef and three bean chili recipe from killer to kick-ass: beer and enchilada sauce. Taste it for yourself to discover the reason why. Beefy Three Bean Chili Recipe This beef chili recipe is not only killer, it was almost ... continue reading... about Killer Beef and Three Bean Chili

Slow Cooker Tuscan White Bean and Sausage Soup

This simple but flavorful Tuscan white bean soup with sausage doesn't require any pre-cooking or searing, making it a true slow-cooker meal. Slow Cooker Tuscan White Bean Soup "Okay mom, let’s play the smell game."  I sort of cringed at the idea. Sweaty feet. Burnt toast. ... continue reading... about Slow Cooker Tuscan White Bean and Sausage Soup

The BEST Clam Chowder Recipe (Market Street Grill Copycat)

A favorite of locals and tourists alike, this creamy clam chowder recipe comes from one of Salt Lake City's longest running restaurants, Market Street Grill, and is easy to make at home. Creamy New England Clam Chowder Creamy, full of vegetables and lush with clams, this ... continue reading... about The BEST Clam Chowder Recipe (Market Street Grill Copycat)

How to Make the Best Minestrone Soup

My Grandma's easy minestrone soup recipe is one of the healthiest vegetable-loaded soups you'll make, and it tastes far better than any of those Olive Garden copycat recipes thanks to the secret ingredient in the savory broth. Easy Minestrone Soup Recipe "It is well worth ... continue reading... about How to Make the Best Minestrone Soup

Beef Stew with Butternut Squash (Instant Pot, Stove Top or Crock Pot)

Tender chuck roast pairs with classic stew veggies and butternut squash in this easy beef stew made even easier in the Instant Pot, Crock Pot, or on the stove top. Slow Cooker or Instant Pot Beef Stew Recipe I made this classic Beef Stew with a slew of nutritious veggies in ... continue reading... about Beef Stew with Butternut Squash (Instant Pot, Stove Top or Crock Pot)

Easy Taco Soup (Stove Top, Crock Pot or Instant Pot)

This easy taco soup recipe can be made in 30 minutes on the stove top, Instant Pot, or slow cooked in the Crock Pot for a healthy Mexican-inspired, make-ahead, one-bowl meal. In the words of Rachel Ray, this easy taco soup eats more like a "stoup", aka stew meets soup. ... continue reading... about Easy Taco Soup (Stove Top, Crock Pot or Instant Pot)

Broccoli Cheese and Potato Soup

This creamy and cheesy potato soup with broccoli comes together quickly for an easy and quick weeknight meal that everyone will love. Cheesy Potato Soup with Broccoli I was a bit of an anomaly as a kid. I didn't care for peanut butter, opting for liverwurst instead. I ... continue reading... about Broccoli Cheese and Potato Soup

Easy Hamburger Vegetable Soup

This simple hamburger soup is loaded with vegetables and is an incredibly easy weeknight comfort food dinner because more than likely you'll have all of the ingredients on hand and ready for soup thanks to your pantry, fridge, and/or freezer. The first time I had this ... continue reading... about Easy Hamburger Vegetable Soup

Tomato Basil Soup

Homemade with fresh tomatoes roasted in the oven, this tomato basil soup recipe adds a healthy and deliciously creamy flavor you won't find in any old can. The Best Tomato Soup Recipe If I think back to my childhood, tomato soup is at the top of the list of my all-time ... continue reading... about Tomato Basil Soup

Slow Cooker Thai Chicken Soup

This slow cooker Thai soup is packed with flavor thanks to the combination of curry paste, coconut milk, fresh ginger, and lime. Slow Cooker Thai Soup Recipe Here’s the thing about cooking with slow cookers. It’s convenient. But only if you’re creating a recipe where you ... continue reading... about Slow Cooker Thai Chicken Soup

My Mom’s Homemade Spaghetti and Meat Sauce

This easy spaghetti recipe with meat sauce takes just a few minutes of prep and then a low simmer on the stove for a deep, meaty-flavored, homemade spaghetti for the best family favorite dinner. This post is brought to you by Kroger Before I even started writing this post, ... continue reading... about My Mom’s Homemade Spaghetti and Meat Sauce

The Best Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup

It may be an age-old wives tale, but according to mothers, grandmothers and any soup lover, there truly is no better cure for anything and everything that ails you than homemade chicken noodle soup made with chunky carrots, celery and always savory chicken stock. It's the ... continue reading... about The Best Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup

Slow Cooker Healthy Turkey and Sweet Potato Chili with Quinoa

Comfort food chili cravings never tasted so healthy, until now. This easy CrockPot chili is protein-packed with lean ground turkey, light and dark kidney beans, plus quinoa for an extra safety-net protein source that will keep you filled and full all day long and into the ... continue reading... about Slow Cooker Healthy Turkey and Sweet Potato Chili with Quinoa

Matzo Ball Soup with Chicken Meatballs and Homemade Chicken Broth Recipe

Matzo Ball Soup with Chicken Meatballs is an easy and homemade way to celebrate Passover or any matzo ball craving—with a twist. I’m not Jewish. But I am definitely a matzo ball lover. It all started with late night jaunts to the classic Canters Deli where I became an ... continue reading... about Matzo Ball Soup with Chicken Meatballs and Homemade Chicken Broth Recipe

Ginger Carrot Soup

This healthy carrot ginger soup has a velvety smooth texture thanks to the addition of some creamy Greek yogurt. Delicious warm or cold! I'm more of a chunky fan. I like my peanut butter with chunks of nut. I prefer my ice cream with bites of chocolate, crunch, ... continue reading... about Ginger Carrot Soup

Vegetarian Crockpot Lasagna Soup

This crockpot lasagna soup is like a deconstructed lasagna made in an Italian tomato broth full of vegetables with a creamy dollop of a three cheeses mixed in. This recipe is brought to you by DeLallo Foods Vegetarian Crockpot Lasagna Soup If you've found yourself trolling ... continue reading... about Vegetarian Crockpot Lasagna Soup

Instant Pot Creamy Chicken and Wild Rice Soup

Thanks to the Instant Pot pressure cooker, this easy chicken with wild rice soup is rich, creamy (without any added cream), and fast to make, and it tastes even better the next day, making it a great addition to your meal prep plans. If you don't have a pressure cooker, not to ... continue reading... about Instant Pot Creamy Chicken and Wild Rice Soup

Slow Cooker Tortellini Soup with Sausage and Kale

A clean, herb-infused broth makes this slow cooker tortellini soup with Italian sausage a favorite to keep in your weekly meal plans. This post is in partnership with McCormick. "Oh babe, this is so good. Hey! Don't eat all the broth! That's mine." My husband. He's usually ... continue reading... about Slow Cooker Tortellini Soup with Sausage and Kale

The Best Cheeseburger Soup

This hearty cheeseburger soup tasts just like your favorite burger, minus the bun! I topped my serving with zesty bread and butter pickles and homemade garlic croutons for extra oompf. Easy Cheeseburger Soup Recipe Disclosure before we even get started: NO! I am not ... continue reading... about The Best Cheeseburger Soup

10 Ways to Waste Less and Save Money at the Grocery Store

These 10 helpful tips for how to grocery shop smarter will not only save money, but waste less food at home so you'll eat healthier too. This post is sponsored by Kroger I hate wasting food and yet I do it almost every week. I'm one of those shoppers who has grand ... continue reading... about 10 Ways to Waste Less and Save Money at the Grocery Store

31 Spring Chicken Recipes to Make Now

Seasonal ingredients and fresh flavors have arrived on the spring scene to liven up any weeknight chicken dinner recipe situation. It's spring! With the warming sun begging for baskers to break out of the house and go to the park and play, who wants to be inside cooking ... continue reading... about 31 Spring Chicken Recipes to Make Now

21 Recipes to Make with Leftover Ham

Unsure what to make with leftover ham? From ham and bean soup to ham fried rice, these irresistible leftover ham recipes are the perfect way to put those smoky leftovers to good use. Easy Leftover Ham Recipes If you're lucky enough to find yourself with leftover ham this ... continue reading... about 21 Recipes to Make with Leftover Ham

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