Tiger Woods Chili – Really Hot & Plenty to Go Around!

Recipe Name: Tiger Woods Chili THIS CHILI IS WAAAY ABOVE PAR!!! Who doesn't love a great bowl of lip smackin' chili! Far be it from me to capitalize on someone's woes--but I just couldn't resist the pun. This chili is spicy and delightful and it's hard to stop at one bowl. I love to serve it with buttered cornbread muffins--sometimes homemade and sometimes I just cave in and use Jiffy mix. (Ok, so Tiger's game might not be so hot this season--but his name sake chili sure … [Read more...]

Southern Sweet Potato Soup

The sweet potatoes and creamy almond butter make this soup perfect for a light lunch or dinner! Ingredients 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and sliced 3 ½ cups chicken or vegetable broth 1 tsp. dried thyme 2 cups chopped onion 1 ½ Tbsp. honey 6 celery stalks, chopped 1/8 tsp. ground nutmeg 2 tsp. minced garlic ½ cup water 1/3 cup butter, melted 3 Tbsp. creamy almond butter ¼ tsp. cinnamon ½ cup almond milk Instructions Combine left column of ingredients in a … [Read more...]

White Bean Chili!

The original recipe was shared by Allrecipes.com -- I improvised and added a few sprigs of fresh basil to the top and it gave it a very fresh and unusual flavor!  This is great for people like my daughter, Jordan, who do not eat any type of red meat because it is chicken based. Serve it with tortilla chips and/or corn bread. Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 onions, chopped 4 cloves garlic, minced 4 cooked, boneless chicken breast half, chopped 3 (14.5 ounce) cans chicken … [Read more...]

Corn & Potato Chowder – Huge Hit!

Serve this vegetarian-friendly soup with a green salad and bread.   This recipe can be made ahead to save time -  just heat and serve!  Easy family dinner. Ingredients Cooking spray 1 1/2  cups  prechopped green bell pepper 1  cup  chopped green onions, divided (about 1 bunch) 2  cups  frozen corn kernels 1 1/4  cups  water 1  teaspoon  seafood seasoning (such as Old Bay) 3/4  teaspoon  dried thyme leaves 1/8  teaspoon  ground red pepper 1  pound  baking … [Read more...]

Quick French Onion Soup

This french onion soup recipe is hearty enough for a meal.   Chickpeas, three kinds of onions and a hint of sherry kick it up a notch.   Enjoy! INGREDIENTS 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 2 large sweet onions, sliced 2 cups chopped spring onions, or leeks, whites and light green parts only 2 tablespoons chopped garlic 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme, or 1/4 teaspoon dried 1/4 cup dry sherry, (see Ingredient Note) 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper 3 14-ounce cans … [Read more...]

Butternut Squash & Black Bean Chili in Pumpkin Bowls (Vegan)

Heather (thenheathersaid.com), the winner of our "Betty Crocker Fall Baking Magazine Giveaway" submitted this delicious recipe! She wrote:  I'm kind of obsessed with my friend Emily's butternut squash and black bean chili IN PUMPKIN BOWLS. I made it last night for dinner, and am SO HAPPY to have left overs today!" Her friend, Emily Malone (thefrontburnerblog.com), turned her onto this amazing & adorable recipe and we just had to share it with all of you.  HERE is a link … [Read more...]

Chicken-Corn Chowder

Chicken-Corn Chowder Corn chowder with the delicious zest of chicken. I love this recipe! Instead of a side dish you can serve this practical dish as the main entree! Ingredients 1-10 3/4 ounce can cream of potato soup 1-16 1/2 ounce can cream style corn 1 can boned chicken or turkey 2 cups milk 1 teaspoon or envelope chicken bouillon powder Directions In large saucepan combine all ingredients except meat until well blended. Boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Reduce … [Read more...]

Oyster Soup Or Stew

Oyster Soup Or Stew This soup can be made two ways. Soup or stew. The stew can be served as a full meal, and the soup a tasty appetizer. It's up to you! Enjoy! Ingredients Can of oyster juice bay celery seed basil Directions If soup- simmer a bit and serve. If stew- throw in a handful of frozen hash browns and dice some onion and celery, add parsley and any leftovers in the fridge. Voila! Done when the hash browns are tender. Serves 1 or 2 depending on how hungry the cook is … [Read more...]

Shrimp Stew

Shrimp Stew Prep Time: 45 minutes Ingredients 4 tablespoons butter 1 cup chopped onion 1 cup chopped green bell pepper 3/4 cup chopped celery 3 garlic cloves, minced 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme 2 bottle clam juice 3/4 cup chopped tomato 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce 1/2 cup chopped green onions 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined 2 2/3 cups hot cooked rice Directions 1) Melt 1 tablespoon butter … [Read more...]

Shrimp and Sausage Stew

Shrimp and Sausage Stew Serve with bread and hot sauce. Prep Time: 20 minutes Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 cup chopped green bell pepper 1 cup thinly sliced turkey sausage 1 teaspoon garlic, minced 3/4 cup chicken broth 1 can diced tomatoes and green chiles 8 ounces peeled and deveined shrimp 1 can kidney beans, rinsed and drained 2 tablespoons parsley Directions 1) Heat a saucepan over medium-high heat. Add oil to pan; swirl to coat. Add bell pepper, sausage, … [Read more...]