A light and simple flavorful vegetable chili with black and great northern beans Yield: 4 servings Ingredients: 1 teaspoon butter or oil1/2 red bell pepper, diced1/2 green bell pepper, diced1 medium onion, diced1 large clove garlic, minced2 trimmed, seeded, and diced jalapeno chiles, optional1 tablespoon freshly ground cumin2 tablespoons chili powder1… Read more »
Even-bodied chili, slightly sweet and full of flavor; this is our favorite homemade chili! Yield: 4-5 cups Ingredients: 1 pound ground beef2 medium onions, chopped (about 1 cup)1 cup chopped green bell peppers1 clove garlic, minced28 ounces tomatoes (diced)8 ounces tomato sauce (use some tomato paste instead for a thicker… Read more »
Savory and tender, this beef is simmered in a slow cooker and served over potatoes Yield: 8 hearty servings Ingredients: 2 pounds beef stew meat (in large cubes) or beef roast (chuck roast or similar)1 large onion, diced6 bay leaves1/2 teaspoon black pepper1 teaspoon dried thyme (or 1 tablespoon fresh)1/4… Read more »
A delicious chili made with beef, lentils, tomatoes, vegetables, and seasonings! This easy, from-scratch chili tastes amazing! Yield: about 5 quarts Ingredients: 2 to 2.5 pounds ground beef or inexpensive steak*1 medium onion, diced (about 1 cup)2 cloves garlic, minced1 bell pepper (any color), diced2 cans (14.5 ounces each) diced… Read more »
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 »
