Sometimes, you go to a restaurant and enjoy a dish. Other times, you go to a restaurant, and think of all the ways you would alter a dish if you made it at home. This is one of those for me, my version of Olive Garden's Chicken Gnocchi soup. In this version, I use more-flavorful … Continue reading Creamy Chicken Sausage and Spinach Soup
Soups and Stews
Pasta e Fagioli
Our next installment of Fall Soup Week is a classic Italian staple: Pasta e Fagioli. Perhaps you've tried an authentic recipe, or maybe it's your favorite soup to order at The Olive Garden. Either way, it's impossible to leave the table hungry after eating this soup loaded with sausage, veggies, beans, and pasta. TIP: Pasta … Continue reading Pasta e Fagioli
Hearty Guinness Beef Stew
Every household needs a good ole beef stew recipe, especially in the fall! The only thing better than the mouthwatering smells that fill your home as it simmers in your oven is the way it tastes when you eat it. It's warming, hearty, and the perfect dish to curl up with on a stormy evening. … Continue reading Hearty Guinness Beef Stew
Thick and Spicy Chicken Tortilla Soup
The first time I made this soup, it surprised me. At the time, I had an old standby recipe for Southwest Chicken Chili, but my husband asked for something spicier and creamier. I decided to try this unconventional recipe, using corn tortillas as a thickener. The soup looks unremarkable on the stove, but upon tasting … Continue reading Thick and Spicy Chicken Tortilla Soup
Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup
If you think Chicken Noodle Soup is boring, this post is for you! As we come into the colder autumn/winter weather, this hearty, creamy soup is so cozy and satisfying, not to mention, absolutely delicious! It takes chicken noodle soup to a whole new level. My suggestion of using tagliatelle noodles creates a thicker, heartier … Continue reading Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup
Chili con Carne
Happy Labor Day, USA! This means fall is right around the corner. And with cooler weather, it's the perfect season for thick, hearty chili! Confession: this is a copy-cat recipe for the chili from Wendy's. It's one of the foods I missed the most after cutting out fast food, but it's so much healthier. Plus, … Continue reading Chili con Carne
Flu-Fighting Chicken Stock
As we prepare for fall, let's talk chicken stock! First of all, let's clear up the difference between broth and stock. Broth is made by simmering meat only. Stock, however, is made by simmering bones, thereby infusing it with the goodness of the marrow - including all the vitamins, minerals, and proteins - inside those … Continue reading Flu-Fighting Chicken Stock
Tomato Basil Parmesan Bisque
Nothing celebrates the coziness of fall like soup! One of my husband's favorite meals is classic grilled cheese and tomato soup, so it was important to me to develop a delicious recipe that is healthier than its canned counterpart. However, I didn't want to stop simply at tomatoes. I wanted basil, I wanted Parmesan, and … Continue reading Tomato Basil Parmesan Bisque
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