1/2 lb sweet Italian sausage, ground 2/3 cup long-grain white rice, uncooked 6 cups beef broth (low sodium if desired) 15 oz can navy beans, rinsed and drained 15 oz can diced tomatoes 1/4 teaspoon pepper 10 oz frozen spinach, thawed, drained, and squeezed dry Directions: Cook sausage over medium heat in a soup potContinue reading “Kathy’s Italian Sausage Soup”
Category Archives: Soups, Stews, & Chili
Oyster Stew
2 cups whole milk (Granny’s note: I use 12 oz can Carnation evaporated milk and 1 cup water.) 1/2 cup cream 4 tablespoons butter (or margarine) 1 pint oysters, not drained 1 teaspoon salt Dash of pepper Directions: Melt butter in saucepan. Add oysters (with juices), salt, and pepper. Cook gently until edges of oystersContinue reading “Oyster Stew”
Split Pea Soup
1 medium onion, diced 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 6 cups chicken broth 1 lb dried split peas 1 cup cubed cooked ham (or a ham bone) Salt and pepper to taste Directions: Saute onion in oil in large pot until tender. Add all other ingredients. Bring to boil, reduce heat. Cover and simmer about 1Continue reading “Split Pea Soup”
Corn Chowder
1 tablespoon butter (or margarine) 1 medium onion, chopped 2 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into small cubes 1 can (2 cups) creamed corn 1/2 cup water 1/2 teaspoon salt Dash of pepper Bacon bits (or crisp bacon) Directions: Melt butter, saute onions until tender. Add potatoes and water. Cover and simmer 20 minutes untilContinue reading “Corn Chowder”
Taco Soup
1 lb ground chuck 1 medium onion, chopped 1 quart tomatoes, crushed 1 quart tomato sauce 1 cup water 15 oz can pinto beans 15 oz can whole kernel corn 1 package taco seasoning 1/2 cup grated cheese Optional: Corn chips Directions: Brown chuck and onions. Add remaining ingredients (except cheese and chips). Simmer coveredContinue reading “Taco Soup”
Reuben Soup
2 quarts chicken broth 4 cups cabbage, shredded 2 cups uncooked noodles (Not specified, but I’m assuming egg noodles or spaghetti) 1 lb Kielbasa or smoked sausage (I think it says kielbasa, but I could be wrong. Handwritten, so, you know…) 1/2 cup onion 1-1/4 teaspoon caraway seed 1/3 teaspoon garlic powder Directions: Bring toContinue reading “Reuben Soup”
Potato Soup
2 stalks celery, chopped 1/4 cup dry onion 2 or 3 carrots, chopped 3-1/4 cup chicken broth (or water with 5 bouillon cubes) 6 medium potatoes, peeled and chopped 3/4 teaspoon seasoned salt Dash of garlic salt Dash of black pepper 1/2 lb Velveeta Cheese 12 oz can evaporated milk 1 cup whole milk Directions:Continue reading “Potato Soup”
Cheesy Vegetable Soup
4 tablespoons butter 4 tablespoons plain flour 5 cups chicken broth 3 cups broccoli, chopped 1 cup carrots, chopped 3/4 cup celery, chopped 3/4 teaspoon salt 3/8 teaspoon garlic powder 3/8 teaspoon dried thyme 1 egg 12 oz can evaporated milk 2-1/4 cups shredded Swiss cheese Directions: Melt butter in large heavy pot. Stir inContinue reading “Cheesy Vegetable Soup”
Italian Meatball Soup
8 oz refrigerated or frozen Italian-seasoned or other meatballs, cooked 1 (qty) 15 oz can Del Monte Sweet Peas, drained 1 (qty) 14.5 oz can Del Monte Diced Tomatoes with Basil, Garlic & Oregano 1 (qty) 14.5 oz can beef broth Optional: Fresh basil leaves Directions: Combine all ingredients in large saucepan. Bring to boil;Continue reading “Italian Meatball Soup”
Southwest Stew
2 lbs ground sirloin 1 large onion, chopped 2 to 3 (qty) 15 oz cans pinto beans 17 oz can whole kernel corn (do not drain) 8 oz picante sauce 28 oz can crushed tomatoes 1 teaspoon cumin 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon pepper 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder Directions: Brown sirloin and onions; drain. PutContinue reading “Southwest Stew”
Easterling Family Recipes 