Dairy-Free Cream of Mushroom Soup

Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 pound sliced fresh mushrooms 1 large onion, finely chopped 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon white wine vinegar 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme 1/2 teaspoon pepper 4 tablespoons cornstarch 4 cups unsweetened almond milk Directions In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms and … Read more

CROCK POT CHICKEN TORTELLINI SOUP

Ingredients 3 medium carrots peeled and finely diced 3 celery stalks finely diced 3 garlic cloves minced 1 medium onion finely diced 2 cups shredded chicken note 1 6 cups reduced-sodium chicken stock 1/2 teaspoon dried basil 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary salt and pepper to taste 16 ounces three-cheese tortellini note 2 fresh parsley to garnish (optional) Instructions Place the carrots, celery, garlic, onion, chicken, chicken stock, basil, oregano, thyme, and rosemary into … Read more

Tasty Slow Cooker Beef Stew

Ingredients 2 lbs. lean stew beef 2 cans – about 15 oz. each – cut canned string beans, drained 4 medium red potatoes, cut into cubes 2 cups frozen corn kernels ½ cup – 4 ounces canned tomato sauce 2 medium onions, sliced into wedges 4 garlic cloves, chopped 2 sprigs fresh thyme or 1 … Read more

Cabbage Soup

This Cabbage Soup recipe isn’t just boring vegetables, but carrots, celery, green beans, tomatoes, kidney beans and cabbage swimming in the most dynamic Italian spiced tomato broth.  It’s healthy, hearty, comforting, naturally gluten free and extremely versatile. You can swap the vegetables for your favorites and even add Italian sausage, beef, chicken, ham or corned … Read more

Saltine Toffee Cookies

INGREDIENTS 4 ounces saltine crackers 1 cup butter 1 cup dark brown sugar 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips ¾ cup chopped pecans INSTRUCTIONS Step 1Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (205 degrees C). Step 2Line cookie sheet with saltine crackers in single layer. Step 3In a saucepan combine the sugar and the butter. Bring to … Read more

Easy to Adapt Mexican Casserole

The easy Mexican casserole has been a family favorite in our home for years. This recipe is hearty, full of filling and delicious ingredients! Adding a salad to it makes for a complete meal. Did I mention that this recipe is EASY to make? Easy Mexican CasseroleOne way to save time is to prepare this … Read more

Cabbage Fat-Burning Soup

A simple cabbage soup, low in carbohydrates and calories, that helps you lose weight. Enjoy its countless health benefits and watch your weight melt away. LOW CARBOHYDRATE SOUP FOR WEIGHT LOSSThe purpose of eating low-carb foods is to train the body to burn fat. If you reduce your intake by 500 calories or more per … Read more

SOUTHERN STRAWBERRY CAKE

Yesterday was my darling friend Mary’s birthday, and when you have that kind of friend, you make something extra special. She’s a Southern belle who loves strawberries and pound cake, so naturally, I hopped into the kitchen to create my crazy-delicious, triple decker Strawberry Cake with strawberry buttercream frosting! The rich pink color of this … Read more

VEGETABLE BEEF SOUP

INGREDIENTS 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 pounds beef stew meat salt and pepper to taste 1/2 cup onion chopped 3 carrots peeled, halved and sliced 2 stalks celery sliced 2 teaspoons minced garlic 28 ounce can diced tomatoes do not drain 1 1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning 1 bay leaf 7 cups beef broth 2 cups Russet potato peeled and cut into 1/2 inch pieces 1/2 cup frozen corn 1/2 cup frozen peas 3/4 cup frozen cut green beans 2 tablespoons chopped parsley INSTRUCTIONS Heat the olive oil in … Read more

CHERRY CHEESE COFFEE CAKE

INGREDIENTS 2 pkg (8 oz each) refrigerated crescent rolls 1 pkg (8 oz) cream cheese, softened 1/4 cup powdered sugar 1   egg 1/2 tsp vanilla or almond extract 1 can (21 oz) cherry pie filling 1/2 cup powdered sugar 2-3 tsps milk DIRECTIONS Preheat oven to 350°F. Unroll crescent dough. Separate into 16 triangles, reserving 4 triangles for decoration. On , arrange 12 triangles in a circle with wide ends … Read more

Guinness Float

This Guinness float recipe wasn’t made for kids! Scoop up a generous serving of your favorite vanilla ice cream and pour a can of Guinness stout on top. Sprinkled with chocolate shavings and served with a fun straw, this is the perfect treat for St. Paddy’s Day! WHAT YOU’LL NEED 1 can or bottle Guinness … Read more