Category Archives: Soup

Italian Vegetable Stew (Ciambotta)

Posted on August 21, 2012 by Christina

Here’s one stew that you have to make before summer slips away. Ciambotta, a traditional Southern Italian stew is chock-full of summer vegetables that are simmered in a thick and hearty tomato-enriched broth. It’s the perfect way to use up some of … Continue reading →

Posted in Soup, Vegetarian | Tagged basil, bell pepper, eggplant, onion, oregano, potato, potatoes, soup, tomato, vegetarian, zucchini | 19 Comments

Creamy Gazpacho Andaluz

Posted on July 19, 2012 by Christina

When it feels like the surface of the sun outside, the last thing I want to do is turn on the oven or fire up the grill. Instead, this time of year one of my favorite meals to make is ceviche served … Continue reading →

Posted in Appetizers, Main Dish, Soup, Vegetarian | Tagged appetizers, basil, bell pepper, cucumber, garlic, main dish, red onion, soup, tomato, vegetarian | 6 Comments

Summer Eats Roundup

Posted on June 20, 2012 by Christina

Today is the day I have been waiting for ever since the start of fall last year. It’s the first day of summer here in the Northern Hemisphere…my absolute favorite season! 😀 To that first dip in the swimming pool … Continue reading →

Posted in Appetizers, Dessert, Fruit, Ice Cream, Main Dish, Pastry, Pie & Tart, Pork, Roundup, Seafood, Soup | Tagged 4th of July, appetizers, apple, avocado, baking, bell pepper, blackberry, Blueberry, cherry, chocolate, coconut, corn, dessert, fish, ice cream, lime, main dish, mango, marshmallows, peaches, pork, raspberry, red onion, roundup, shrimp, soup, strawberries, strawberry, summer, tomato, zucchini | 12 Comments

Cream of Roasted Carrot Soup

Posted on April 5, 2012 by Christina

If you are looking for an elegant first course for your Easter Sunday feast, look no further than this rich and creamy roasted carrot soup. With only 170 calories per serving, this soup is certain fill you up without weighing you … Continue reading →

Posted in Light, Soup | Tagged appetizers, carrots, cooking light, soup, walnuts, wine | 14 Comments

Hearty Chicken Noodle Soup

Posted on February 25, 2012 by Christina

This hearty chicken noodle soup is great anytime of year, but especially during cold and flu season and the cold winter months. Chock full of hearty vegetables and homemade egg noodles, this soup is sure to make anyone that is feeling under the … Continue reading →

Posted in Appetizers, Main Dish, Soup | Tagged appetizers, carrots, celery, chicken, garlic, main dish, noodles, onion, soup | 9 Comments

25 Super Bowl Recipes for Super Bowl XLVI

Posted on January 31, 2012 by Christina

Photo Source: Jason Lavengood With the Super Bowl only 5 days away have you thought of what food you are going to serve? If you haven’t decided what you are going to make for the big game I’ve got you covered. I … Continue reading →

Posted in Appetizers, Chicken, Cookies, Dessert, Main Dish, Roundup, Snacks, Soup, Vegetarian | Tagged appetizers, brownie, chicken, cookies, dessert, football, main dish, roundup, snack, soup, vegetarian | 136 Comments

Lentil Chili

Posted on January 19, 2012 by Christina

When the snow is falling outside all I feel like making are comforting meals that can easily be eaten on the couch while I am wrapped up in my favorite blanket. Soup and chiliare one of my favorites meals this … Continue reading →

Posted in Main Dish, Soup, Vegetarian | Tagged bacon, bell pepper, chili, chocolate, garlic, jalapeños, lentils, lime, main dish, onion, soup, vegetarian | 25 Comments

Sweet Potato Black Bean Chili

Posted on January 13, 2012 by Christina

We finally got our first snowfall of the year yesterday. Apparently we had been in a “snow drought” so far this winter according to the local evening news. Peoria went 317 days without an inch of snow, almost beating the … Continue reading →

Posted in Light, Main Dish, Soup, Vegetarian | Tagged black beans, chili, cooking light, main dish, soup, sweet potato, tomato, vegetarian | 16 Comments

Sauerkraut Soup

Posted on January 1, 2012 by Christina

With New Year’s Day finally here, people around the world are eager to start the year off right! Many people will make “good luck” meals hoping to gain good fortune throughout the new year. It is a German tradition to eat … Continue reading →

Posted in Main Dish, Soup | Tagged celery, garlic, main dish, onion, pork and sauerkraut, potatoes, sauerkraut, soup | 15 Comments

Hearty Vegetable Soup

Posted on December 28, 2011 by Christina

With all of the overindulging that comes with the holiday season, here’s one recipe that will warm you up without weighing you down. This is by far the best vegetable soup I have ever eaten! The rich and flavorful broth is enhanced by … Continue reading →