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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Skillet Chicken and Mushrooms

Yield: 6 servings

3 boneless skinless chicken breasts (cut in half horizontally to make cutlets)

1/2 cup all-purpose flour

1/2 tsp garlic powder

salt and pepper

1 tsp olive oil

1/4 cup butter, divided

12 oz mushrooms, thickly sliced

2 shallots, thinly sliced

2 cloves garlic, minced

1/2 cup dry white wine

1 1/2 cup chicken broth

1/2 cup whipping cream

1 tbsp Dijon mustard

2 sprigs thyme

2 tsp cornstarch (dissolved in water or broth)

1. Pat the chicken breast dry with paper towel.

2. In a shallow bowl, combine the flour, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Dredge chicken in flour mixture, coating both sides.

3. Add olive oil and half the butter to a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken to the skillet and cook until well-browned, about 5 minutes. Turn and cook another 3-5 minutes. Remove cooked chicken to a plate and cover to keep warm.

4. Add remaining butter to the pan. Once melted, add mushrooms and cook until mushrooms are well-browned.

5. Add shallots and cook until softened.

6. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.

7. Add wine to deglaze the pan.

8. Add chicken stock, cream, mustard, and thyme. Bring to a boil and cook for 5 minutes.

9. Stir in the dissolved cornstarch and bring back to a light simmer.

10. Return the chicken to the pan. Simmer for 5 minutes until sauce is thickened and the chicken is warmed through.

https://www.savingdessert.com/skillet-chicken-and-mushroom-wine-sauce/#wprm-recipe-container-20336

Sausage, Beans, and Greens Soup

Servings: 4

1 tbsp olive oil

2 spicy or Italian sausages, casings removed, chopped

1 onion, chopped

2-3 carrots, chopped

1-2 bell peppers, chopped

4 cloves garlic, finely chopped

salt and pepper

1 tbsp thyme

1 tbsp rosemary

1/2 tsp red pepper flakes

4 cups chicken (or vegetable) stock

1 (14-oz) can diced tomatoes

1 large can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained

1 cup greens (eg spinach, kale, cabbage, chard)

optional: 1/4 cup grated Parmesan

1. In a large pot, heat oil over medium heat. Cook sausage, stirring occasionally, until browned, about 10 minutes. Transfer sausage to a plate.

2. Add onion, carrots, peppers, and garlic to pot. Season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring frequently, until onions are tender, about 8 minutes.

3. Add thyme, rosemary, red pepper flakes, chicken stock, tomatoes, and cooked sausage. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until flavours have melded, about 30 minutes.

4. Using a fork, coarsely mash half the beans. Add to pot along with remaining beans. Let simmer 10 minutes.

5. Divide spinach among bowls, then ladle soup over spinach. If using kale or cabbage, add to pot to let cook for a few minutes to soften.

6. Optional: Garnish soup with Parmesan cheese.

https://www.bonappetit.com/recipe/spicy-sausage-and-white-bean-soup

Mustard Crusted Pork Tenderloin with Apple and Fennel

Servings: 2-3

1 tbsp grainy mustard

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 tsp fennel seeds

salt and pepper

1 pork tenderloin

1 tbsp olive oil

1 leek, chopped

1 fennel, sliced

1 apple, sliced

1 tsp thyme

1. Preheat the oven to 425F. Line a baking dish with parchment paper.

2. In a small bowl, combine grainy mustard, garlic, fennel seeds, and salt and pepper.

3. Place pork tenderloin in prepared baking dish. Evenly spread the mustard mixture over the tenderloin.

4. Roast tenderloin for about 30 minutes, or until just cooked through (145F on a meat thermometer).

5. While pork is roasting, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.

6. Add leek and sauté for 1 minute. Season with salt and pepper.

7. Add fennel slices and sauté for 3 to 4 minutes, until slightly softened.

8. Add apple slices and cook another 3 to 4 minutes, until tender.

9. Add thyme and stir to combine.

10. Slice tenderloin and serve with sautéed vegetables.

https://thefeedfeed.com/mollyjean4/fennel-seed-and-garlic-roasted-pork-tenderloin-with-parsnip-mash-and-autumn-slaw https://www.foodandwine.com/recipes/pork-chops-apple-fennel-and-sage

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.

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Mushroom, Tomato, and Greens Frittata

Yield: 2 servings

8 eggs

optional: 1/2 cup milk (or milk alternative)

salt and pepper

1 tbsp olive oil

1/2 onion, diced

1 cup mushrooms, sliced

1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

1 cup greens (eg kale, spinach, chard, arugula), roughly chopped

1 tsp thyme

optional: 1/4 cup cheese

1. Preheat the oven to 375F. Line a 8- or 9-inch baking pan with parchment paper.

2. Crack eggs into a large bowl. Add milk, if using. Season with salt and pepper. Whisk to combine.

3. In a sauté pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add onions and sweat for 5 minutes, or until translucent and tender.

4. Add mushooms and sauté for 2 minutes.

5. Add cherry tomatoes, greens, and thyme. Stir until greens are just wilted.

6. Place cooked vegetables into prepared baking dish. Pour egg mixture over and gently stir to combine.

7. Sprinkle cheese on top, if using.

8. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until eggs are set.

https://thefeedfeed.com/crowded_kitchen/mushroom-tomato-and-greens-frittata

Butternut Squash Apple Soup

Yield: 3-4 servings

1 small butternut squash, peeled and cubed

1/2 onion, chopped

1 apple (fuji, gala, honeycrisp), cored and diced

4-6 cloves garlic

2-3 tbsp olive oil

1 tsp dried thyme

1/2 tsp chili flakes

1/4 tsp cinnamon

salt and pepper

1/2 can coconut milk

1/2 - 2 cups water, if needed

1/4 cup coconut cream

1/4 cup sunflower seeds

1. Preheat the oven to 400F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. Place the squash, onion, apple, and garlic onto prepared baking sheet.

3. Drizzle olive oil over vegetables, then sprinkle with the spices.

4. Roast for 30 to 40 minutes, or until vegetables are fork tender.

5. Transfer all roasted vegetables to a blender or food processor. Add coconut milk. Blend until smooth, adding water if needed to reach desired consistency.

6. Garnish with coconut cream and sunflower seeds.

https://thefeedfeed.com/themodernproper/creamy-butternut-squash-and-apple-soup

Green Lentil Soup

Yield: 4 servings

1/4 cup olive oil

1 medium onion, chopped

2 carrots, chopped

4 cloves garlic, minced

2 tsp cumin

1 tsp curry powder

1/2 tsp thyme

1 large can diced tomatoes

1 cup brown or green lentils

4 cups vegetable broth

2 cups water

1 tsp salt

pinch red pepper flakes

ground black pepper, to taste

1 cup collard greens or kale, tough ribs removed and chopped

2 tbsp lemon juice, or to taste

1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and carrot, and cook, stirring often, until the onion has softened and is turning translucent, about 5 minutes.

2. Add the garlic, cumin, curry powder and thyme. Cook until fragrant while stirring constantly, about 30 seconds.

3. Pour in the diced tomatoes and cook for a few more minutes.

4. Add in the lentils, broth, water, salt, red pepper flakes, and pepper. Raise heat and bring the mixture to a boil, then partially cover the pot and reduce the heat to maintain a gentle simmer. Cook for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the lentils are tender but still hold their shape.

5. Transfer 2 cups of the soup to a blender and purée the soup until smooth. Pour the puréed soup back into the pot.

6. Add the chopped greens and cook for 2 more minutes, or until the greens have softened to your liking.

7. Remove pot from the heat and stir in lemon juice. .

8. Serve while hot. Leftovers will keep well for about 4 days in the refrigerator, or can be frozen for several months.

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Sheet Pan Meatballs and Vegetables

Yield: 4 servings

Meatballs:

1 lb ground lamb (or chicken or turkey or pork)

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 tsp fresh thyme

zest of 1 lemon

salt and pepper

Vegetables:

1 small red onion, chopped

1 head cauliflower, chopped into florets

1 head bok choy, chopped, washed, and dried

6 mushrooms, sliced

1/4 head cabbage, thinly sliced

2 tbsp olive oil

2 tsp fresh thyme

juice of 1 lemon

salt and pepper

1. Preheat oven to 400F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. In a medium bowl, mix all the meatball ingredients together thoroughly. Form into 12 meatballs. Set aside.

3. In a large bowl, mix all the veggie ingredients together until all are well coated with oil and seasonings. Spread mixture out evenly over the baking sheet.

4. Place meatballs evenly spaced among the veggies.

5. Bake for 30 minutes. Serve warm.

https://autoimmunewellness.com/sheet-pan-lemon-herb-lamb-and-veggies/

Lemon Herb Tahini Dressing

Yield: 1/2 cup

1/4 cup tahini

juice of 1 lemon

1 tbsp red wine vinegar

2 cloves garlic

1/4 cup fresh basil

1 tsp fresh oregano

1 tsp fresh/dried thyme

salt and pepper

3-5 tbsp water

1. Add all ingredients to a blender, starting with 3 tablespoons of water. Blend on high until smooth and creamy.

2. If too thick, add more water 1 tablespoon at a time until you reach your desired consistency.

https://www.simplyquinoa.com/how-to-make-tahini-dressing-4-ways/

Butternut Squash Quinoa Patties

Yield: 25 bite-sized patties

1 cup mashed butternut squash (and yam)

2 cups cooked quinoa (1 cup uncooked)

1/4 onion, diced

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 egg

1/4 cup almond flour

1/6 cup coconut flour

2 tbsp nutritional yeast

1/2 tsp cumin

1/2 tsp thyme

1/2 tsp red chili flakes

salt and pepper

1. Preheat oven to 350F. Line a baking tray with parchment paper.

2. In a small pan, sweat the onion and garlic for a few minutes. Remove from heat.

3. In a large bowl, combine all ingredients.

4. Form into patties and place on prepared baking sheet.

5. Bake for 30 minutes, flipping patties halfway through.

6. Serve with cranberry sauce.

https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/butternut-squash-quinoa-patties-cranberry-orange-sauce/

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

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/

Jamaican Sauteed Cabbage

Yield: 6 servings

1 tbsp olive oil

1/2 onion, chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

1/2 head green cabbage, thinly sliced

1 carrot, shredded or thinly sliced

1/2 red bell pepper, chopped

1/2 tsp thyme

1/2 tsp red pepper flakes

1/2 tsp salt

1/4 cup water (or vegetable broth)

1. In a large skillet, heat oil on medium high heat. Saute onion and garlic for 3 minutes.

2. Add cabbage and carrots and stir well. Cook for another 3 minutes.

3. Add bell pepper, thyme, red pepper flakes, salt, and water. Cover and cook for about 10 minutes stirring occasionally.

https://healthiersteps.com/recipe/jamaican-steamed-cabbage/

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

Zucchini Apple Pancakes

Yield: 8-10 small pancakes

2-3 tbsp almond butter (or sub any nut butter)

1 tbsp honey (or maple syrup)

3 eggs

1 small zucchini, grated

1 small apple, grated

3 sprigs of fresh thyme, chopped

1 cup almond flour

1/2 tsp baking powder

1/2 tsp salt

2 tbsp coconut oil

1. In a medium bowl, combine almond butter and honey.

2. Add eggs one at time, stirring to combine thoroughly with almond butter mixture.

3. Add zucchini, apple, and thyme. Stir to combine.

4. Add almond flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir to combine.

5. In a non-stick pan, heat coconut oil over medium heat. Drop 1/4 cup of batter into the pan and cook about 3 to 4 minutes per side.

https://hormonesbalance.com/recipes/almond-flour-zucchini-apple-pancakes/

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/