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Italian Sausage & Vegetable Soup

When I bought the ingredients for this soup today it was intended to be “Italian Tortellini Soup”, a recipe I got from a woman who came to a Bible study group I am involved with.  It became this Italian sausage & vegetable soup when I realized that I did not use a large enough pot [...]

Black Bean, Sweet Potato and Sausage Soup

Even though the temperature is now in the 80′s, it was in the upper 40′s here this morning.  This cooler weather inspired me to make a more fall-like dish for dinner.  I love sweet potatoes, but rarely cook with them…I can’t tell you why, it’s just a problem I have.  They’re so good for you, [...]

Classic Chicken Noodle Soup for the Soul

The last few days have been a bit, well, what’s the word…bad?  No, that will not do.  Terrible.  Dreadful.  Upsetting.  Frustrating.  Disheartening.  Disappointing.  Oh, and tear inducing.  Those will work. Here is my story.  I was scheduled to leave Amarillo Friday morning at 6:55 to help prepare everything for my sisters baby shower that is [...]

Chicken Posole with Avocado and Lime

This is a yummy, comforting and spicy soup that is similar to chicken tortilla soup, but with more substance and kick.  The hominy provides the substance, and the roasted poblanos give a smoky, spiciness that increases as it sits.  So be prepared for a spicier soup if you have any leftovers that you eat the [...]

Thai Coconut Soup

My parents came up from Round Rock to visit for a day on their way to Oklahoma City.  They also came to drop off my amazing Swedish truck!  I am not quite sure where to put it yet.  It’s one of the biggest pieces in our house other than our bed and the couch which [...]