Park City Beef Stew

I know I just got done saying that beef & pregnancy are not mixing, but I did make this recipe. We recently went to Bear Lake over Conference weekend with my family and the weather was a bit chilly, so it was decided that stew would be a good dinner option. I love, love, love this recipe! It is SO easy and SO delicious. Put everything in the crock-pot in the morning and that night you have the most tender and yummy warm stew waiting! I served it with homemade breadsticks - it was a hit!

1 lb. stew meat
3 potatoes, chopped
5 carrots, chopped
1 stalk celery, chopped
1 cream of mushroom
1 cream of celery
1 pkg. dry onion soup mix
1 (8 oz) can tomato sauce
1 bay leaf

Pu all ingredients in a slow cooker on LOW for 8 hours.

Jo's Chili (Weight Watchers)

I got this recipe from my mother-in-law. She got it from her sister who got it from Weight Watchers. It is SO good! I am really not a huge chili fan, but this one is tasty and just the right consistency. I used a combination of kidney beans, black beans, pinto beans and white beans. It made a whole bunch so I was able to freeze some and still had plenty for leftovers.

1 lb. ground turkey
1 c. celery, chopped
1 c. carrots, chopped
1 bell pepper, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
Garlic

In a large stockpot, brown turkey and mix in vegetables. Add to sauted mixture:

2 cans Italian diced tomatoes
1 can diced tomatoes (whir in blender) (I used a can of crushed tomatoes)
1 can fat free refried beans
1-2 cans Herdez salsa (2 c.)
2-3 T. chili powder
1/2 tsp. cumin

Add: 5-6 cans drained beans (any combo). Cook together until ready to serve. I let it simmer on the stove for 3-4 hours before serving.

Freezes well.

Corn Chowder

I first had this recipe when a friend made it for me. It was so good, so naturally I asked for the recipe. Over the years I've tried many other Corn Chowder recipes, but this is by far my favorite. It is so easy to put together and you can modify it any way you would like. The last time I made it, I added diced carrots. I also like to microwave the onion and butter for 2 minutes so the onion gets soft prior to being added to the slow cooker. This is a great Fall or cold day dinner served with rolls!

2 1/2 c. milk
1 can Cream of mushroom soup
1 package (10 oz) frozen corn
1 can cream-style corn
1 cup frozen hash browns (cubed)
1 c. diced cooked ham (or could use bacon)
3/4 cup chopped onion
2 TBS. Butter
salt & pepper

Combine milk, soup, corn, potatoes, ham, onion, and butter in a crock-pot. Cover and cook on high for 3 hours. Add salt and pepper to taste. (I also just cook this over the stove for half an hour or so).

Tadd's Chili

1 lb. lean ground beef
1 lg. onion, chopped
1 pkg. taco mix
1 (30 oz). can chili beans
1 (30 oz.) can dark red beans
Salt
Pepper
Garlic powder
Meat tenderizer

Brown ground beef and drain. Season to taste with salt, pepper, garlic powder and meat tenderizer. Add onion, taco mix, chili beans and dark red beans. Simmer for about 1 hour (the longer the better).

Pizza Soup

2 T. garlic, minced
1 qt. heavy cream
1 pt. milk
14 1/2 oz. crushed tomatoes
Salt and pepper

Optional Seasonings:

1/2 tsp. basil
1/2 tsp. oregano
1/2 tsp. thyme
1/2 tsp. parsley
Crushed red pepper

Combine all ingredients together; simmer for 10-15 minutes to infuse seasonings.

Chicken Broccoli Chowder

Combine ingredients in large pot. Cook till vegetables are tender

2 c. carrots
2 c. water
1 1/2 c. chopped cooked chicken
10 3/4 oz. can chicken broth
10 oz. pkg. frozen chopped broccoli
1/2 c. chopped onion

Mix together and add to pot, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.

1 tsp. salt
1/2 c. ground oat flour
2 c. milk
1 1/2 c. cubed Swiss cheese
Add a few cubes at a time till all are melted.

New Year's Good Luck Soup

(Great Neighborhood Gift)

Combine in large container:

2 lb. Navy Beans
1 lb. each of:
Split pea
Lentils
Pinto
Mung
Great Northern
Red Kidney
Barley, med. size
Baby Lima
Garbanzo
Black eyed peas
Black turtle beans

Pour mixed beans into 10 pint jars. Attach a copy of the following recipe to each jar and give away as gifts.

There are 12 different beans in this soup and if you cook it on New Year's Day it will bring you 12 months of GOOD LUCK!

To Prepare: Wash beans. Cover with water, add 2 T. salt. Soak overnight. In 2 qts. Water, put drained beans, 1 large onion, chopped, and a ham hock. Simmer for 2 1/2 to 3 hrs.

Add: 1 large can tomatoes
Red pepper, diced to taste
1 clove garlic, minced
Juice of 1 lemon
Salt and pepper to taste

Simmer until ready to serve. This recipe makes 10-12 bowls and brings good luck and good wishes.

Beef and Vegetable Soup

1 1/2 lb. ground beef
1 or 2 onions, chopped
2 stalks celery, diced
1 green pepper, diced
Pepper to taste
5 med. Carrots, diced
5 med. Potatoes, diced
1 T. salt
1 qt. water
1 15 oz. can kidney beans including liquid
1 16 oz. can stewed tomatoes
1 can corn, including liquid
1 17 oz. can lima beans, including liquid
1 6 oz. can tomato paste
2 8 oz. tomato sauce
1/2 tsp. Italian seasoning
1 T. parsley flakes

Use large pan (12 qt. stock pot is good). Brown beef. Add onion, celery, and green pepper. Cook 5 min. Add remaining ingredients and cook covered until tender (10 to 15 min.). Sprinkle parsley on top, if desired.

Vegetable Burger Soup

1/2 lb. ground beef
2 c. water
1 can (16 oz.) stewed tomatoes
1 can (8 oz.) tomato sauce
1 tsp. sugar
1 pkg. frozen (10 oz.) mixed vegetables
1/2 c. dry onion soup mix
Salt to taste

In large saucepan, brown meat. Drain off fat. Stir in water and remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat. Cover and simmer 20 minutes. Serve with crisp French bread wedges or crackers. Serves 6 to 8.

Jo's Soup

2 lbs. lean hamburger
2 cans Minestrone soup
3 cans water
1 medium can pork and beans
3 T. Worcestershire sauce

Brown hamburger. Drain grease. In large pot, combine soup, water, pork and beans, Worcestershire sauce and hamburger. Simmer about 1 hour or until heated through. Simmer even longer so flavors blend.

Taco Soup

1 lb. lean hamburger
1 onion chopped
1 qt. tomatoes
2 cans drained kidney beans
1 1/2 - 2 c. water
1 8 oz. can tomato sauce
1 pkg. taco seasoning

Brown hamburger and onion. Add remaining ingredients. Simmer 15 minutes. Serve in bowls. Top with grated cheese, crumbled taco chips, and a dollop of sour cream.

Cheese Soup

1/2 c. onions
1/2 c. celery
1/2 c. carrots
2 T. butter
4 c. chicken stock
1/2 c. flour
4 c. cold milk
1 pkg. Kraft Old English sliced cheese

Chop vegetables very fine. Saute onions, carrots, and celery in butter until soft and golden color. Add vegetables to chicken stock and simmer until vegetables are done. Add flour to milk, stir well, and pour into soup. Stir and bring to boiling point. Do not let boil. Add cheese. This freezes well.

Boston Clam Chowder

1 c. onions, diced
1 c. celery, sliced
2 c. raw potatoes, cubed
3/4 c. butter
3/4 c. flour
1 qt. milk
1 1/2 tsp. salt
2 c. chopped clams
2 T. red wine vinegar

Put all vegetables in medium pan. Cover with clam juice. Add water to top of vegetables. Cook until tender. In large pan, melt butter. Add flour slowly, then add milk. Cook until thick. Add vegetables and clams. Heat through. Add pepper to taste. Add red wine vinegar just before serving.

Creamy Chicken Soup

4 boneless chicken breasts
1 c. carrots, sliced
1 c. celery, sliced
3 c. potatoes, diced
2 c. vegetable water
4 cans Cream of chicken soup
2 c. cubed Velvetta cheese (16 oz.)

Cover chicken with water. Add onion, salt and pepper. Slow boil for 20 minutes. Cook vegetables and save water. Cube the chicken and combine with vegetables and 2 cups vegetable water. Add 4 cans soup and the cheese. Warm through and serve. Great with other vegetables and bread bowls too.

Tomato Artichoke Heart Soup

2 (10 3/4 oz.) cans tomato soup
1 can milk
1 can water
1 can artichoke hearts, cut
1 1/2 c. Parmesan cheese
1 tsp. basil
1 tsp. garlic powder
1 (14 1/2 oz.) can diced tomatoes

Simmer all ingredients and enjoy. I cook this in a crockpot on low for 3 hours or so.

Chicken with Rice Soup

6 c. water
4 tsp. chicken bouillon
2 c. sliced carrots
2 c. sliced celery
1/2 c. sliced onion
2 (10 3/4 oz.) cans cream of chicken soup
1 1/2 c. milk
4 cooked and sliced chicken breasts
2 c. cooked brown rice
Salt and pepper, to taste

Boil water, chicken bouillon, carrots, celery and onion until tender. Add soup, milk, chicken, rice, salt and pepper and simmer 20 minutes.

Chicken Tortilla Soup

4 chicken breasts
1 (15 oz.) can black beans, undrained
2 (15 oz.) cans diced tomatoes
1 c. salsa
1/2 tsp. garlic
2 cans chicken broth
2 T. cilantro or coriander
1 T. ground cumin
Grated cheese
Sour Cream
Guacamole

Combine chicken, beans, diced tomatoes, salsa, garlic, chicken broth, (if using frozen, precooked chicken, use only one can), cilantro (or coriander) and cumin and cook in slow cooker for 6-8 hours on low. The last hour of cooking, remove chicken and shred it. Stir back into soup. Serve soup hot and top with your choice of: tortilla chips, cheese, sour cream, guacamole.

Cheese Potato Soup

4 med. Potatoes, diced
1 qt. water
3 chicken bouillon cubes
1/4 c. butter or margarine
3 T. flour
1/2 c. milk
1 1/2 c. shredded cheese
1 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. paprika
1/8 tsp. ground pepper

Combine potatoes, chicken bouillon cubes and water in heavy saucepan. Bring to boil, reduce heat and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes. In microwave, melt butter and add flour and milk then heat 1 minute. Stir until well thickened. Stir mixture slowly into potatoes and cook and stir until thick. Add seasonings and cheese.

Ham Bone & Bean Soup

• 8 cups water
• 1 pound Great Northern beans or navy beans
• 2 cups cubed ham
• 1 ham bone or ham hock, optional
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper or to taste
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 carrot, chopped
• 1 rib celery, chopped or sliced thinly
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce

Bring water and beans to a boil; boil 2 minutes. Remove from heat, cover, and let stand 1 hour.

Stir in ham, ham bone or hock, pepper, bay leaf, carrot and celery. Bring to a boil; reduce heat, cover, and simmer until beans are tender (skim foam from top), about 1 1/2 to 2 hours.

If soup is too thick, add a little water. Remove ham bone or ham hock (if used) and trim meat from bone. Return meat to soup with tomato sauce and salt; simmer for about 15 minutes longer. Remove bay leaf.

Taco Soup

1 lb. hamburger, browned and drained
2 cans kidney beans, 1 drained & 1 undrained
1 can corn, drained
1 can chili with beans
2 - 8 oz. cans tomato sauce
1 can water
1/2 to 1 full package taco seasoning (to taste)

Simmer above ingredients and serve with tortilla chips, grated cheese, and sour cream.