Pasta and Bean Soup

Pasta and Bean Soup

This soup is really easy to make and doesn’t take much time at all.  You can serve it as a side dish or a main dish.  I served it with grilled cheese sandwiches. Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 cup chopped onion 1 cup chopped celery (I omitted – we don’t like celery) 1 cup chopped carrot 6 cups chicken broth (I used 6 cups water & 6 chicken bouillon cubes) 2 … [Read more...]

Minestrone with Spring Vegetables

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Made this soup a couple of weeks ago and my husband really liked it.  It was easy to make, healthy and it makes aLOT! Ingredients: 2 quarts (8 cups) vegetable broth 1 14.5 ounce can petite-diced tomatoes 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 large onion, diced 1 celery stalk, diced (I omitted) 1 peeled carrot, diced 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes 2 cans (15 … [Read more...]

Crock Pot Mexican Dish

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From www.cooks.com My mom discovered this recipe recently and shared it with me.  I made it for the first time last week.  It was very easy and tasted good.  I served it with rice, salad and tortilla chips. Ingredients: 6 corn tortillas, torn into pieces (don’t use flour – they’ll get too doughy) 1 can Ranch style beans 1 can cream of mushroom soup 1 can cream of chicken … [Read more...]

Crockpot Mexican Chicken

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This recipe is similar to Southwest Chicken and Vegetables.  The main difference is that the Southwest Chicken and Vegetables recipe is one you can throw together quickly and have on the table in less than 30 minutes.  From start to finish, it’s quick and easy.  This recipe uses many of the same ingredients but it’s prepared in the crock pot.  So take your pick or use both depending on … [Read more...]

Chili Verde

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This is a great tasting meal that works great on the stove or in the crock pot.  I usually double the recipe, and if there’s anything left, freeze it in serving sized containers. 8 oz. dry pinto beans 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts (2 cups) 1 4-oz. can green chilies ¾ teaspoon dried oregano 3 cups water 3 chicken bouillon cubes 1 teaspoon minced garlic (1 clove) 1 … [Read more...]

Calico Bean Bake

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I’ve been making the Calico Bean Bake for a long time.  It’s easy and pretty good for you.  I got this recipe from my long-time friend, Trace Rohde.  I like to serve it with steamed vegetables and Italian bread. 1 lb. hamburger 1 med. onion, chopped 3 strips bacon (I usually just use 2 small bags of real bacon bits) 1 (16 oz.) can pork & beans ½ cup brown sugar ½ cup … [Read more...]