Monthly Archives: January 2016

What’s for Dinner? – Sunday linky #29

Posted on January 31, 2016 by HelenFern

It’s Sunday afternoon and you hear – “What’s for Dinner?” We’ve all heard it – and then we realize, what IS for dinner?  Here is the place to get AND share those delicious recipes! So please join in and share your recipes … Continue reading →

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Pho

Posted on January 29, 2016 by HelenFern

This Vietnamese soup is becoming all the rage!  Traditionally it is made with beef, but you can also use shrimp – since the hot broth cooks the meat, I would recommend pre-cooking any other meat you might choose.  But the … Continue reading →

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Borsht

Posted on January 27, 2016 by HelenFern

I’ve seen borsht made as a rich broth with chunks of beets and potatoes, and I’ve seen it creamy and smooth -served hot and cold.  Which ever way you do it, this recipe is easy and tasty!!  The two of … Continue reading →

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Fire Roasted Tomato, Citrus and Basil Bisque with Parmesan Crostini

Posted on January 25, 2016 by HelenFern

This super easy soup takes only minutes to prepare, then heat.  Just add a sandwich, like grilled cheese, and you have a great weeknight meal!

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What’s for Dinner? – Sunday linky #28

Posted on January 24, 2016 by HelenFern

Wow!  We’re growing and there are a lot of amazing recipes being shared! Please – visit and comment at your favorite posts and share this blog with your friends! It’s Sunday afternoon and you hear – “What’s for Dinner?” We’ve all … Continue reading →

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Clam Chowder II – Gluten free and super easy!

Posted on January 22, 2016 by HelenFern

This recipe is similar to the previously posted clam chowder, but a little easier to make and, I think tastes better!!  The New and Improved Clam Chowder!

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Crock-pot Mexican Pozole (Pork and Hominy stew)

Posted on January 20, 2016 by HelenFern

Real Mexican Pozole has many more ingredients (like pig and chicken feet) and takes the whole day to make.  This version is easy to prepare and tastes delicious! Put it in the crock-pot before you go to work, chop the … Continue reading →

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The History of Soup

Posted on January 19, 2016 by HelenFern

History suggests that soup has been around since the dawn of man.  Evidence of pottery capable of boiling water goes back more than 25,000 years ago.  Early man boiled bones to render the fats and it is not unfeasible to … Continue reading →

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Grandpa’s Potato Cheese Soup

Posted on January 18, 2016 by HelenFern

It’s National Soup month!  A perfect time of year for a hot bowl of goodness!  The rest of the month will be soups that are simple enough for a week-night dinner!  And to start the parade – Grandpa’s Potato cheese … Continue reading →

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What’s for Dinner – Sunday Link up #27

Posted on January 17, 2016 by HelenFern

Wow!!  Thank you to everyone who posted last week – you made it the BIGGEST party yet!  Let’s see if we can make this week even bigger! Please – visit your favorite posts and share this blog with your friends! … Continue reading →

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