Ingredients: 1 cup warm water (110-115 degrees F)1 tablespoon sugar1 teaspoon salt2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons dry yeast1 egg yolk1 tablespoon water Instructions: 1. In mixing bowl, combine water, sugar, and salt. 2. Add flour and yeast (start with 2 cups of the flour). Stir and then knead to… Read more »
Ingredients: 2 red or green bell peppers, chopped2 cloves garlic, minced1 large onion, cjopped2 tablespoons vegetable oil2 cups diced tomatoes (if canned, do not drain)1 1/2 cups chicken broth or water1 can ( 15.5 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained2 cups salsa (choose heat intensity to suit your tastes)1 cup… Read more »
Ingredients: 2 cups wheat berries3 quarts of water, approx.1 1/2 pounds inexpensive beef roast or steak1 1/2 cups chopped onion2 cloves garlic, minced1 1/2 cups chopped celery2 teaspoons salt (or more, depending on your preference)1/2 teaspoon black pepper Instructions: 1. Soak wheat berries in 4 cups of the water for… Read more »
A simple but delicious hearty beef soup with wheat berries Yield: about 4 quarts Ingredients: 2 cups wheat berries3 quarts of water, approx.1 1/2 pounds inexpensive beef roast or steak1 1/2 cups chopped onion2 cloves garlic, minced1 1/2 cups chopped celery2 teaspoons salt (or more, depending on your preference)1/2 teaspoon… Read more »
A hearty and flavorful barley soup with beef, onions, and celery Yield: 5 quarts Ingredients: 2 pounds beef roast1 large onion, chopped6 celery ribs, chopped2 cloves garlic, minced1 3/4 cups barley (dry/uncooked measurement)1 1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepperbeef bouillon, optional3 1/2 quarts water, approximately Instructions: 1. Trim fat from meat… Read more »
A creamy hot green soup made with asparagus and onions Yield: 6 servings Ingredients: 6 cups asparagus pieces (trimmed and cut or broken into 1 to 2-inch lengths)1 medium-large onion, coarsely chopped3/4 cup water1 tablespoon butter1 1/2 cups milk1/4 cup flour1/8 teaspoon peppersalt, to taste* Instructions: 1. In a large… Read more »
A light onion soup topped with bread and cheese Yield: 8 servings (about 3/4 cup each) Ingredients: 3 tablespoons butter, divided2 large sweet onions, cut in half and sliced2 cloves garlic, minced2 tablespoons all-purpose flour4 cups beef broth*3/4 teaspoon dried thyme1 teaspoon sugar1/8 teaspoon black pepper2 tablespoons sorghum, optional1/3 cup… Read more »
An easy, summery fat-free homemade tomato soup. Served smooth or chunky, this soup makes a flavorful serving of veggies! Yield: 6-8 servings Ingredients: 10 medium-large tomatoes (about 3 pounds), washed and diced3 carrots, scrubbed, trimmed, and diced5 celery ribs, diced*2 huge onions, chopped1 1/2 tablespoons minced garlic (about 6-8 cloves)4… Read more »
A simple lentil soup with a delicious flavor; see additional notes about making this into a dry soup mix (just add water) Yield: 8 servings Ingredients: 2 cups dry lentils, washed and drained10 cups water1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper1 clove minced garlic1 tablespoon chicken base or bouillon*1 to 1 1/4… Read more »
A thick creamy chowder with chunks of smoked salmon Yield: 8-10 servings Ingredients: 8 cups peeled and cubed russet potatoes1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons butter, divided3/4 cup diced celery1 cup diced onion3 cloves garlic, minced2/3 cup all-purpose flour2 cups chicken broth5 cups half and half cream OR 4 cups milk… Read more »
