Lasagna Soup

Yield: 4-6 servings

1 onion, diced

2 carrots, diced

2 celery stalks, diced

2 tbsp olive oil

1 tsp oregano

1 tsp basil

1 tsp parsley

1 tsp thyme

1 tsp red pepper flakes

8 cloves garlic, finely chopped

1 lb ground beef (or Italian sausage, or both)

3 tbsp tomato paste

1/2 cup dry red wine

1 can San Marzano tomatoes or 24 oz marinara

6-8 cups beef broth

1 parmesan rind

2 bay leaves

1–2 fresh parsley stems or basil stems

1/2 cup whipping cream

1/2 lbs lasagna noodles, broken into bite-sized pieces

handful of freshly torn basil

salt and pepper, to taste

Ricotta Mixture:

1 cup ricotta

1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan

1 cup shredded mozzarella

1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

pinch of nutmeg

lemon zest

salt and black pepper, to taste

1. In a food processor, pulse onion, carrot, and celery until very fine.

2. In a large soup pot, heat oil over medium heat. Add the onion, carrots, celery mixture and cook, stirring often, until the veggies start to soften.

3. Season with salt, pepper, oregano, basil, parsley, thyme, and red pepper flakes.

4. Add the garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.

5. Clear a center in the pot and add the ground beef (and sausage, if using). Season with more salt and pepper, and cook until browned, breaking it up as it cooks, about 5-7 minutes.

6. Stir in the tomato paste and cook for another 1-2 minutes to caramelize it slightly.

7. Add the wine, marinara, broth, parmesan, bay leaves, and herb stems. Bring to a gentle boil.

8. Add in lasagna pieces, reduce heat, and simmer for about 10 minutes, or until al dente, stirring occasionally.

9. While noodles are cooking, in a medium mixing bowl, combine the ricotta, parmesan, mozzarella, parsley, salt, and pepper. Stir until incorporated.

10. Once your noodles are done, turn off heat. Add whipping cream and fresh basil. Add in a few dollops of the ricotta mixture, saving some for topping. Stir to combine and taste for seasonings.

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Pasta e Fagioli

Yield: 4-6 servings

2 tbsp olive oil

1 onion, diced

2 carrots, diced

2 celery stalks, diced

8 cloves garlic, finely chopped

1 tsp oregano

1 tsp thyme

1 tsp red pepper flakes

salt and pepper, to taste

1 lb ground beef

2 tbsp tomato paste

6 cups beef broth

24 oz marinara

1 can white beans, drained and rinsed

1 bay leaf

1 parmesan rind

1 cup ditalini pasta

2 cups kale leaves, ribs removed, finely chopped

juice from 1/2 lemon

1. In a large soup pot, heat oil over medium heat. Add the onion, carrots, celery and cook, stirring often, until the veggies start to soften.

2. Season with salt, pepper, oregano, thyme, and red pepper flakes.

3. Add the garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.

4. Clear a center in the pot and add the ground beef. Season with more salt and pepper, and cook until browned, breaking it up as it cooks, about 5-7 minutes.

5. Stir in the tomato paste and cook for another 1-2 minutes to caramelize it slightly.

6. Add the broth, marinara, beans, bay leaf, and parmesan rind. Stir everything together, bring to a boil, and then lower to a simmer for about 30 minutes, uncovered, stirring occasionally to develop the flavors.

7. After 30 minutes, add the ditalini pasta and cook for 8-10 minutes, until al dente.

8. Add the chopped kale and let cook for another 2 minutes.

9. Stir in fresh lemon juice to taste, adjusting seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.

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Tortellini Soup

Yield: 6 servings

2 tbsp olive oil

1 onion, diced

2 carrots, small dice

2 celery stalks, small dice

6 cloves garlic, minced

1 tbsp Italian seasoning

1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, diced

6 cups vegetable stock

1 can diced tomatoes

2 tbsp tomato paste

1 can cannelloni beans, divided

1 package tortellini

seasonal greens, such as kale or spinach, roughly chopped

parmesan cheese (optional)

1. Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, carrot, celery, garlic, sun-dried tomatoes and Italian seasoning. Saute until the onions are translucent, approximately 5 minutes.

2. Add broth, tomatoes and tomato paste. Stir together until everything is incorporated. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for 10 minutes.

3. Place half the beans into a blender with 1/4 cup water. Blend until smooth. Add to soup.

4. Add remaining beans, tortellini, and greens. Simmer for 5 more minutes until greens have wilted and tortellini is cooked.

5. Serve immediately, topping with grated parmesan cheese.

https://plantyou.com/vegan-tortellini-soup/

Creamy Potato Salad

Yield: 6-8 servings

3 pounds Yukon gold or red potatoes, cut into 3/4-inch cubes

2 tbsp apple cider vinegar

1 1/4 cup mayonnaise

1/3 cup relish

1 tsp celery salt

1 tsp Dijon mustard

4 hard-boiled eggs, diced

2 stalks celery, diced

1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced

salt and pepper, to taste

smoked paprika, to garnish

1. In a large pot, place the diced potatoes and cover with water by 1 inch. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to medium-low and cook until potatoes are easily pierced by a paring knife, about 5 to 6 minutes.

2. Drain the potatoes in a colander, then return the potatoes to the pot. Drizzle evenly with the vinegar and let potatoes rest for 20-30 minutes, or until cool enough to handle.

3. Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, celery salt, dijon mustard, and relish.

4. Once the potatoes are cool, add the mayo mixture, diced eggs, celery, and onion. Toss gently until evenly combined.

5. Taste and season with salt and pepper and garnish with smoked paprika.

6. Transfer the potato salad to a serving bowl, cover, and refrigerate for 1-2 hours to chill. Serve chilled, or refrigerate in a sealed container for up to 3 days.

https://www.gimmesomeoven.com/best-potato-salad/

Turkey Soup with Couscous and Spinach

Yield: 4 servings

2 tbsp olive oil

1 onion, chopped

2-3 carrots, chopped

2-3 stalks celery, chopped

salt and pepper

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 tsp thyme

1 bay leaf

6 cups turkey stock

3/4 cup pearl couscous

2 cups leftover turkey, chopped

juice of 1/2 lemon

2 cups spinach

1. In a large pot, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion, carrot, and celery. Season with salt and pepper. Cook for 5 to 8 minutes until partially softened.

2. Add the garlic, thyme, and bay leaf and cook another minute.

3. Add the stock (or water) and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes.

4. Add the pearl couscous. Simmer another 10 minutes until couscous is cooked.

5. Add the turkey and lemon juice. Cook for another few minutes until turkey is warmed through.

6. Add spinach just before serving. Stir to wilt spinach.

7. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Remove bay leaf before serving.

https://thefoodiephysician.com/dining-with-doc-tasty-ways-to-use-your/

Wild Rice Pilaf

Yield: 4 servings

1 tbsp olive oil

1/2 onion, diced

1 stalk celery, diced

3 cloves garlic, smashed

zest of 1 lemon

3 sprigs fresh thyme

1 cup wild rice

4 cups chicken broth

2 tsp salt

1 bunch scallions, thinly sliced (3/4 cup)

ground black pepper

1. In a saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion, celery, garlic, lemon zest, and thyme. Saute until vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.

2. Add the wild rice and cook, stirring with a wooden spoon, until lightly toasted, about 1 minute.

3. Add the chicken broth and salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, for 45 minutes to 1 hour. Check the texture of the rice and, if needed, continue simmering until tender. Add more liquid as needed, another 10 to 15 minutes. (Note: The rice should only just begin to crack when done. If it begins to curl it is overcooked. There are numerous varieties of varying qualities, which affect cooking times greatly.)

4. Garnish with scallions and season to taste.

https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/tyler-florence/wild-rice-pilaf-with-nuts-and-lemon-recipe-1945854

Salmon and Root Vegetable Stew

Yield: 6 servings

1 tbsp olive oil

2 large leeks, chopped into ½-inch rounds

3 cloves garlic, minced

4 cups bone broth

1 cup water

3 large carrots, chopped (about 3 cups)

4 stalks celery, chopped (about 2 cups)

1 small celeriac, chopped (about 1 cup)

1 rutabaga, chopped (about 1 cup)

1 turnip, chopped (about 1 cup)

1 yam, chopped (about 1 cup)

1 tsp salt

1 1/2 pounds salmon, skinned, deboned, and cut into 1-inch chunks

juice of 1/2 lemon

3 tbsp fresh dill, minced

1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the leeks and cook, stirring, for about 5 minutes or until just starting to brown.

2. Add the garlic and cook for another 30 seconds, until fragrant.

3. Add the broth and water to the pot, along with all the vegetables and salt. Cover and bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes, or until vegetables are fork-tender. Turn off heat.

4. Optional: Place 2 cups of the stew into the blender. Blend until smooth, then add back to the pot.

5. Gently stir in the salmon. Wait a minute or two until the pieces of salmon have turned a opaque pink and flake when probed gently.

6. Add the lemon and dill. Season to taste. Serve warm.

https://autoimmunewellness.com/salmon-stew-with-rutabaga-leeks-and-dill/

Corn Chowder

Yield: 4-6 servings

1 cup onion, chopped

1/4 cup celery, chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

2 cups corn kernels

1 1/2 cups potatoes, cubed

3/4 cup red bell pepper, chopped

2 tsp salt

1 tsp black pepper

1 tsp thyme

1/4 tsp red pepper flakes

3 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth)

3 tbsp all purpose flour (optional)

chives or green onion for garnish

1. Add all ingredients (except garnish) to the slow cooker.

2. Cover and cook on high for 4 hours, or on low for 8 hours.

3. Take 2 cups of the soup and blend in a high-speed blender until smooth. Add back to the rest of the soup and stir to combine.

4. Serve with chives or green onions.

https://www.bakedbyrachel.com/slow-cooker-summer-corn-chowder/

Red Lentil Dahl

Yield: 4 servings

1 tbsp olive oil

1 cup onion, diced

1 1/4 cups celery, chopped

1/2 tbsp garlic, finely minced

1 tbsp ginger, grated

1/4 tsp mustard seeds`

1 tsp coriander

2 tsp curry powder

1/2 tsp onion powder

2 cups yam, peeled, chopped

3 1/2 cups water

1 cup red lentils

1 tsp salt

4 cups chopped baby spinach

2 tbsp lemon juice

1. In a pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion, celery, garlic, ginger, mustard seeds, coriander, curry powder, and onion powder. Saute for 5 to 8 minutes, or until onions are soft.

2. Add water and lentils. Bring mixture to a boil, then cover and simmer on low for 30 minutes.

3. Add chopped spinach, salt, and lemon. Serve warm.

https://blog.freepeople.com/2019/08/mikaela-reubens-red-lentil-dahl-recipe/

Herbed Potato Salad

Yield: 6 servings

2 pounds small red potatoes, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds

1 tbsp salt

1/4 cup olive oil

1/3 cup flat-leaf parsley, roughly chopped, plus 2 tbsp for garnish

1/3 cup green onion, roughly chopped, plus 2 tbsp for garnish

2 tbsp lemon juice

2 tsp Dijon mustard

2 cloves garlic, roughly chopped

freshly ground black pepper, to taste

3 stalks celery, chopped

1. In a large pot, combine sliced potatoes and salt. Cover with water by 1 inch. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to medium-low and cook until potatoes are easily pierced by a paring knife, about 5 to 6 minutes.

2. Reserve 1/4 cup cooking water, then drain. Transfer the potatoes to a large mixing bowl.

3. In a small food processor or blender, combine olive oil, parsley, green onion, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic, and pepper. Process until the herbs and garlic have been chopped into little pieces. While running the food processor, pour in the reserved cooking water and process just until blended.

4. Drizzle the potatoes with the herbed olive oil mixture and gently mix to combine. Let the potatoes rest for ten minutes, gently tossing every few minutes.

5. Add the celery to the bowl, along with parsley and green onion to garnish. Toss again. Season generously to taste with salt and pepper.

6. Serve immediately. This salad is best served within a few hours, but will keep in the refrigerator for about three days.

https://cookieandkate.com/herbed-potato-salad-recipe/

Chicken Zoodle Soup

Yield: 2 servings

2 tbsp olive oil

1 chicken breast, diced

3 cups chicken broth

1 stalk celery, chopped

1 green onion, chopped

1 zucchini, into noodles

1/4 cup cilantro, finely chopped

salt and pepper, to taste

1. In a pot, head the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the diced chicken.

2. When chicken is cooked through, add chicken broth and bring to a simmer.

3. Add celery and green onion. Cook for 5 to 10 minutes.

4. Add zucchini noodles and cilantro to the pot.

5. Season with salt and pepper, and serve immediately.

https://paleoflourish.com/paleo-chicken-noodle-soup-recipe

Jambalaya with Chicken, Sausage, and Prawns

Yield: 6-8 servings

4 chicken thighs, skin on

4 chicken drumsticks, skin on

pinch cayenne pepper

2 tbsp olive oil

2 smoked sausages (such as andouille or chorizo), cut into 1cm thick slices

1 onion, chopped

4 sticks celery, chopped

4 bay leaves

4 sprigs fresh thyme

6 cloves garlic, finely minced

1 fresh red chilli, deseeded and finely chopped

1 large can diced tomatoes

6 cups chicken stock

2 cups long-grain rice

1 green pepper, chopped

1 red pepper, chopped

20 raw prawns, peeled and deveined

1 handful fresh parsley, chopped

1. Season the chicken with salt, pepper, and cayenne.

2. In a large Dutch oven, heat oil over medium heat. Brown the chicken and sausage pieces.

3. Once nicely browned on all sides, add onion, celery, bay leaves, thyme, and salt and pepper. Stir and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, until vegetables have softened.

4. Add garlic and chilli and cook for a minute.

5. Add tomatoes, chicken stock, and rice. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 45 minutes, until chicken and rice are almost cooked.

6. Add peppers and cook for another 5 minutes.

7. Add prawns and cook for another 3 minutes.

8. Stir parsley through and serve on a big platter.

https://www.jamieoliver.com/recipes/chicken-recipes/chicken-sausage-prawn-jambalaya/

Chicken Sausage Sauerkraut Soup

Yield: 4-6 servings

2 smoked sausages, diced

2 chicken thighs

1 onion, finely chopped

2 stalks celery, chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 cup hard cider

1 jar sauerkraut, drained and rinsed briefly

8 cups chicken broth

1 cup potatoes, cubed

3 sprigs fresh thyme

salt and pepper

1. Heat a large soup pot over medium-high heat. Add the sausage and cook until the sausage is caramelized and the fat is rendered, 4 to 6 minutes.

2. Add the chicken thighs, onion, and celery and cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are soft and lightly browned, about 4 minutes.

3. Add the garlic and cook, stirring, for 1 minute.

4. Add the cider and cook until almost completely reduced.

5. Add the sauerkraut, broth, thyme, salt, and pepper and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to a low simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, about 15 minutes.

6. Add potatoes and cook another 15 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and potatoes and sauerkraut are tender.

https://www.cookingchanneltv.com/recipes/sauerkraut-soup-with-sausage-3645568

French Lentil Soup

Yield: 4-6 servings

4 oz bacon, diced

1 onion, chopped

2 carrots, diced

2 stalks celery, diced

1/2 celeriac, diced

1 leek, chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 cup French lentils, rinsed and drained

6 cups chicken broth

1 tbsp red wine vinegar

2 tsp chopped fresh thyme

2 bay leaves

1 tsp salt

1/4 tsp black pepper

1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

1. In a stock pot, cook the bacon over medium-high heat until done.

2. Add the onions and cook until soft and translucent and golden, about 7 to 10 minutes.

3. Add the carrots, celery, celeriac, leek, and garlic, and cook for another 4 to 5 minutes or until beginning to soften.

4. Add the lentils, chicken broth, vinegar, thyme, bay leaves, and salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes.

5. Stir in the parsley before serving.

https://www.daringgourmet.com/french-lentil-soup/

Salmon Chowder

Yield: 4-6 servings

2 tbsp olive oil

1 onion, chopped

4 cloves garlic, minced

2 stalks celery, chopped

2 carrots, chopped

1 parsnip, chopped

1 potato, chopped

1 litre water

1 tbsp apple cider vinegar

1 tbsp thyme

1 bay leaf

salt and pepper

2 salmon fillets, skin and bones removed, cut into 1-inch chunks

1 cup coconut milk

1 tbsp lemon juice

3 green onions, thinly sliced

1. In a large pot, heat the oil over medium heat. Add onion and cook for 5 minutes, stirring.

2. Add the garlic, celery, carrots, parsnip, and potato. Cook another 5 minutes, stirring, until the vegetables are lightly browned.

3. Add the water, vinegar, thyme, bay leaf, and salt and pepper to the pot. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 30 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.

4. Place 2 cups of the soup in a blender, leaving the carrots behind, if possible as not to turn the soup orange. Blend until smooth, then add the purée back to the soup.

5. Add the salmon chunks and coconut milk to the soup and cook for a few minutes, just until the soup is piping hot (do not let the soup boil).

6. Add the lemon juice. Garnish with green onions before serving.

https://autoimmunewellness.com/from-scratch-salmon-chowder/

Chorizo and White Bean Cassoulet

Yield: 4 servings

1 tbsp olive oil

4 links chorizo, cut into chunks

1/2 onion, diced

1 carrot, diced

1 stalk celery, diced

3 cloves of garlic, finely minced

1 small can diced tomatoes

1 tbsp tomato paste

3 cups chicken stock

1/4 cup white wine

1/2 tsp cayenne pepper

1 tsp thyme

1 tsp oregano

1 tsp smoked paprika

4 cups of spinach, chopped (or chard or kale)

1 can cannelloni beans, drained and rinsed

1. In a large pot, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the chorizo and let the chunks brown on each side. Remove from heat and set aside.

2. To the same pot, add the onion, carrot, and celery, and sauté for about 10 minutes, until just browning.

3. Add garlic and sauté another minute.

4. Add the tomatoes, tomato paste, chicken stock, white wine, and spices. Add the browned chorizo back to the pot. Bring to a boil and reduce heat to low. Simmer 15 minutes uncovered.

5. Add the spinach and beans and stir to wilt spinach and warm beans.

http://spanishsabores.com/2013/12/17/chorizo-and-white-bean-stew-with-spinach/

Sunflower and Hempseed Pate

Yield: 4 cups

1 1/2 cups sunflower seeds, soaked at least 6 hours

2 tbsp lemon juice

1 tbsp miso

2 tbsp tamari

1 tbsp grated ginger

5 dates, soaked, soaking liquid reserved

3/4 tbsp dill

1/2 tsp cumin

1/2 tsp curry powder

1 stalk celery, chopped

1 cup grated carrot or sweet potato

1 tsp turmeric

1/4 cup parsley

2 cups hemp seeds

1. Combine all ingredients in food processor and pulse to combine.

2. Can be used as a stuffing for raw mini peppers or tomatoes, as a dip for vegetables, a spread for pita or sandwiches, or a filling for nori rolls.

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Braised Chicken with Artichokes and Olives

Yield: 4-6 servings

2 kg chicken pieces

8 cloves garlic, thinly sliced

1 cup white wine

1/4 cup olive oil, divided

1 tsp thyme leaves

1 tbsp tomato paste

1 tsp herbes de Provence

1 tbsp fennel seeds

2 cups chicken stock

6 plum tomatoes, halved

1 stalk celery, finely diced

1 onion, diced

1 small jar artichoke hearts, drained

1/2 cup pitted green olives

1. In a large bowl, combine chicken with add the garlic, wine, 2 tbsp oil, and thyme. Season with salt and pepper, and mix until completely coated. Cover and chill for at least a few hours, but preferably overnight.

2. In a large Dutch oven, heat 1 tbsp oil over medium-high heat. Scrape marinade off the chicken pieces back into the bowl. Fry the chicken in batches until the skin is golden and crisp. Remove the chicken from the pan and pour off the oil.

3. Place the pan back on the heat, and add the tomato paste, herbs, fennel seeds, chicken stock, tomatoes, and remaining marinade. Bring to a boil, then simmer gently for 20 mins.

4. Preheat oven to 325F.

5. Nestle the chicken pieces back into the dish. Scatter over the celery, onions, and artichokes. Bring up to a simmer, pop the lid on, then transfer to the oven and cook for 1 hour.

6. Remove the lid and stir in the olives. Season to taste and leave everything to settle for 15 mins before serving straight from the dish.

https://www.bbcgoodfood.com/recipes/chicken-provencal-olives-artichokes

Turmeric Ginger Vegetable Soup

Yield: 4-6 servings

1 onion, diced

1 leek, chopped

2 stalks celery, chopped

3 carrots, chopped

8 mushrooms, quartered

1 sweet potato or yam, chopped

1-inch piece ginger, grated

1 tbsp ground turmeric

salt and pepper

1 baby bok choy, chopped

juice of 1 lemon

1. In a large pot, combine all ingredients except lemon juice and bok choy. Add enough water to cover vegetables by 2 to 3 inches.

2. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 30 to 60 minutes, or until vegetables are tender.

3. When soup is just about done, add bok choy and lemon juice. Let cook for 5 more minutes.

https://www.averiecooks.com/immune-boosting-vegetable-soup-and-broth/

Beef Barley Soup

Yield: 4-6 servings

1 lb beef cubes

salt and pepper

(optional: 1/4 cup all-purpose flour)

2 tbsp olive oil

1 onion, chopped

2 carrots, chopped

2 stalks celery, chopped

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 tsp oregano, chopped

1 tsp thyme, chopped

3 tbsp tomato paste

4 cups beef broth

2 cups water

3/4 cup barley

1 tbsp parsley, chopped

1. Season the beef cubes generously with salt and pepper. If using flour, place the beef in a ziploc bag and add the flour to the bag. Close the bag and shake all the beef is fully covered in flour. Add more flour if needed.

2. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. In batches, add the beef and cook just until the meat starts to brown. Remove the meat from the pot and set aside.

3. In the same pot, add the onion, carrot, and celery. Cook the vegetables about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

4. Add garlic, oregano, thyme, and tomato paste. Stir.

5. Add the meat back to the pot, along with the beef broth and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium and simmer for about 45 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beef becomes tender.

6. Add the barley and cook for another 30 minutes or until the barley is cooked through. Be sure to stir occasionally to keep the barley from sticking. If the soup is too thick, add more water as necessary until you get the desired consistency.

7. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

https://www.jocooks.com/recipes/beef-barley-soup/