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This soup is so quick and easy and is just bursting with flavour! It was shared with me quite some time ago, but I only made it this past winter. I found it again after one of those cold winter days when I dug out all of the little recipe clippings that I had once [...]
There is something so rich and inviting as the smell of hearty soup on the stove. This is hands down, one of my family's favourites during the long cold months of late fall and winter. I don't even have a photo of it because we eat it too fast! Lentils are an excellent source of [...]
Mexican Beef Stew This tasty stew will have you almost feeling the warmth of a Mexican beach. While it isn't spicy, the heartiness of it will warm you from the inside out! medium onion (diced)2 llbs stewing beef2 cloves garlic (minced)1 small jalapeno pepper (sliced & seeds removed (leaving the seeds will increase the spiciness) [...]
This past weekend rained. I mean, it really rained. By now, we would expect the rain to be beautiful white fluffy flakes that make us feel all festive. The house was damp and our mood needed a little boost. I decided on Saturday that a hearty pot of soup might warm us from the inside [...]
Making your own broth is much more economical & healthier than purchasing broth from the grocery stores. Most store bought broth and soup contain high levels of sodium and artificial flavour enhancers such as autolyzed yeast extract or even MSG. All you need is a slow cooker and some time to let magic happen in [...]
Lentils are a fantastic source of protein, fibre,and iron. They also help stabilize blood sugar and reduce cholesterol. Did I mention that they are also a very budget friendly food? With two boys who are heading towards the teen years, I need all the help I can get! Easy Lentil Soup Looking [...]
Try my cozy chicken soup with a surprise burst of cilantro. It is soooo tasty! Cilantro is a leafy green herb and is rich in antioxidants, can help soothe an upset stomach and can even help balance blood sugar levels. To read more about cilantro's long list of benefits, click here. Cozy Chicken Soup 10 [...]
Vegetable Minestrone Need a quick and easy crowd pleaser? Look no further! This hearty soup has it all - flavour, taste and will keep you full for hours. 1 medium onion (diced)1 bag Mediterranean vegetables (frozen)6 cups chicken or vegetable broth (organic or homemade)1 large can diced tomatoes [...]
Hello Fall! Don't get me wrong, I have been LOVING the past week or so of unseasonably warm temperatures, however there is just something wonderful about autumn that gets me excited. I think it is the combination of cozy sweaters, warm foods and pretty leaves that get the ball rolling. Butternut squash is one of [...]