Curried Butternut Squash & Carrot Soup

I can’t have soup week without making my all time favorite soup. Curried Butternut Squash Soup! It’s so rich and creamy with just enough spice. I make it every Thanksgiving and it’s always a hit!  1 large Butternut squash; peeled & cubed 3 cups Carrot; peeled & sliced 1 large Onion; quartered 2 Garlic Bulbs;Continue reading “Curried Butternut Squash & Carrot Soup”

Hearty French Onion Soup

I’m not very familiar with cooking with alcohol, but it adds a lot of depth to a dish! Plus, the caramelized onions were well worth the wait. They were so sweet and tender! Since this was a school assignment dish, I wanted to make the bread from scratch as well. Finding a soup crock thatContinue reading “Hearty French Onion Soup”

Bacon Broccoli Cheddar Soup

Another cold day calls for more soup. Bacon Broccoli Cheddar this time. I had some cream, broccoli and carrots that I needed to use up, so it was perfect. I made some homemade Garlic Bread to go with it. ¼ Cup Bacon Grease 1 small Onion; chopped ½ cup Celery; chopped 3 cloves Garlic; mincedContinue reading “Bacon Broccoli Cheddar Soup”

Bacon Burger Tater Tot Casserole

I made way too much Bacon Cheeseburger Soup last night. So I topped it with tater tots and more cheese. Voila, Bacon Burger Tater Tot Casserole. The leftovers freeze pretty well so I’ll have 5 or 6 meals ready to go.   3 pounds Ground Beef 1 cup Red Onion; chopped 1 cups Potato; peeledContinue reading “Bacon Burger Tater Tot Casserole”

30 Minute Bacon Cheeseburger Soup

I made entirely too much. Anyone want a bowl? A 30 minute meal is just what I needed tonight. I made some Parmesan Crostini’s to round out the meal. You can use Velveeta instead of cheddar for an extra bit of creaminess. 2 pounds Ground Beef 1 cup Red Onion; chopped 1 cups Potato; peeledContinue reading “30 Minute Bacon Cheeseburger Soup”

Pesto Cauliflower and Carrot Soup

My local grocery store had a sale on Cauliflower and I got 9 lbs for $3. I didn’t really know what to do with it all but it’s overcast and dreary out, so perfect soup weather! I made a giant jar of pesto the other day and thought they’d go well together. It was delicious!Continue reading “Pesto Cauliflower and Carrot Soup”

Leftover Ham and Potato Chowder

I love Holiday leftovers! So many possibilities but I always start with the classics. The herbs and tender vegetables go so well with the slight smokiness of the ham. I also made a garlic and rosemary Pain d’Epi or Scissor Loaf brushed with herb butter to go with it. 2 cups leftover Ham; cubed ½Continue reading “Leftover Ham and Potato Chowder”

Potato & Bacon Ends Chowder

‘Tis the season for soups, stews, chili’s and chowders! This Potato & Bacon Ends Chowder definitely hit the spot! It makes a LOT so it’s perfect for a large family or someone who wants lots of delicious leftovers! 4 cups Russet Potatoes; peeled and cubed 2 cups Carrots: peeled and sliced 1 large Onion; dicedContinue reading “Potato & Bacon Ends Chowder”

Seafood Broth

This was my first time breaking down a whole crab. It was way easier than I thought it’d be! This broth is so delicious and makes a great base for seafood stews, chowders and soups. 2 pounds Seafood “leftovers” (bones, shells, skin and heads) 2 large Onions; quartered 2 heads of Garlic; smashed 2 BayContinue reading “Seafood Broth”

Thyme & Curry Butternut Squash Soup

I remember this soup fondly from holidays as a teenager. To this day, I defer to my mom for taste testing and improvements. Seems only right considering she was the first person to make it for me. I LOVE it! Nutty, rich, herbaceous and creamy! 1 Large Butternut Squash; halved and de-seeded 2 Tablespoons ButterContinue reading “Thyme & Curry Butternut Squash Soup”