Fast Refried Bean Soup
This recipe combines the ease of canned ingredients with the heartiness of chili. It will fill you up on cold afternoons or make a...
Broccoli Salad with Cucumber
Cucumber adds freshness and texture to this easy broccoli salad. The shredded cheddar and bacon bits add spark to the flavor.
Easy White Chicken Chili
Chili is one of our best cold-weather strategies. We use chicken and white beans for a twist on the regular bowl of red. It’s soothing...
Italian Veggie Beef Soup
My sweet father-in-law, Pop Pop, would bring this chunky soup to our house when we were under the weather. We like it so well, we...
Spring Salmon Chowder
You can't help but fill up on this creamy salmon chowder. Veggies make it a whole meal in a bowl.
Quick Pork Chili
A dear neighbor gave me a pot of this delicious chili, and I asked for the recipe. The pork sausage is a nice change from the ground...
Peanut Butter, Strawberry and Honey Sandwich
Who needs jam when you have fresh strawberries? A drizzle of honey and a bit of mint make this sandwich stand out.
Creamy Herbed Tomato Soup
No one will ever guess that a soup this smooth and creamy could be low in fat! The savory herb flavors make this soup a keeper.
The Elvis Sandwich
Like the King sang himself, you'll be "all shook up" once you taste this savory-sweet sandwich.
Cream of Cauliflower Soup
This mildly cheesy cauliflower soup is a favorite of mine. I make it often in summer, although it's good anytime.
Spicy Peanut Butter and Pork Sandwich
A little spicy, a little sweet, with just a hint of curry, this flavor combo is something you just have to try.
Barbara’s Italian Wedding Soup
In a little Italian restaurant in Santa Cruz, my husband and I had an amazing soup with orzo. I tweaked it at home to make it healthier...