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Chili

Texas Campfire Chili

1 1/2 pounds trimmed chuck, cut into 1/2-inch cubes 1 medium onion, chopped 1 garlic clove, minced 2 cups tomato juice, or more if needed 1 cup beef broth 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce 2 Tbsp chili powder 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper 1 Tbsp masa 1 Tbsp water Brown the meat and onions in a skillet; […]

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Vegetarian Chili

2 Tbsp vegetable oil 1 large onion, chopped 1 small green pepper, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 Tbsp chili powder 1/2 tsp cumin 2 1/2 cups V8 100% Vegetable Juice 1 can (about 16 oz) black or kidney beans, drained 1 can (about 15 oz) pinto beans, drained In a large saucepan, over medium […]

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Sausages

Frank Sinatra’s Sausage and Peppers

3 green peppers 3 Tbsp olive oil salt and pepper 1 pound hot Italian sausages 1/3 cup red wine Remove the stems from peppers and cut into large chunks. In an oven proof baking dish that can be used on top of the stove, saute green peppers in oil until they begin to soften. Sprinkle […]

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Black Bean Chili with Oranges

1 pound dried black beans 1 Tbsp olive or vegetable oil 2 large onions (about 1 pound), chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 8 cups canned or homemade vegetable broth 1 Tbsp coriander seeds 1 tsp whole allspice 1 tsp dried oregano 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes, or more to taste 1/3 tsp hulled cardamom […]

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Curried Corn and Green Pepper Soup

1 Tbsp canola or corn oil 2 tsp butter 1 cup finely chopped onion 1 cup diced green bell pepper 1 Tbsp curry powder 3 Tbsp unbleached all-purpose flour 5 cups chicken broth 1 bay leaf 2 1/2 cups corn kernels Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste 1 cup plain yogurt 2 Tbsp minced […]

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Zucchini Soup

The soup can be served hot or cold, depending on the weather, the rest of the meal, or your mood. 4 zucchini, small to medium size, sliced 1 1/2 yellow onions, chopped 1 1/2 tsp curry powder 3 cups chicken stock 1 cup sour cream Salt and pepper Chopped chives and additional sour cream for […]

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Texas Chili

5 lb. lean beef, cubed or coarsely ground 3 Tbsp sugar 1 Tbsp salt 3/4 cup olive oil 5 Tbsp flour 5 garlic cloves, minced 6 – 8 Tbsp ground chili 1 tsp pepper 1 tsp oregano 1 tsp cumin Cooked beans or rice (optional) Chopped onion (optional) Combine 1 quart water, lean beef, sugar […]

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California Vegetarian Chili

1 Tbsp vegetable oil 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 medium yellow onion, coarsely chopped 1 green bell pepper, coarsely chopped 2 cans (14 1/2 oz. each) S&W Ready-Cut Tomatoes, undrained 3 Tbsp S&W Vintage Lites Red Wine Herb & Vinegar Dressing 1 tsp ground oregano 1 tsp ground cumin 1 Tbsp chili powder 1 can […]

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Harvey’s Chili

You might want to wait until halfway through the cooking to add the pequin or cayenne, and then do so a little at a time. 3 to 3 1/2 pounds beef chuck or rump roast 4 Tbsp vegetable oil (optional) 2 onions, diced 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped 1 green pepper, diced 2 tsp salt […]

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Dutch Split Pea Soup (Erwtenseop)

Readily available kielbasa stands in for the smoked frankfurter sausage called Rookwurst that is used in the Netherlands. 1 pound leeks 1/2 pound sliced bacon, chopped 2 cups peeled, diced celery root, or chopped celery 1 large (about 1/2 lb) onion, chopped 1/4 cup chopped parsley 1 pound green split peas, sorted of debris and […]

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S&W Four-Bean Salsa Soup

1/2 lb. smoked sausage, cut into bite-size chunks 2 cans (14 1/2 oz ea.) S&W Ready-Cut Salsa 1 can (15 oz) S&W Pinquitos or S&W Chili Beans, undrained 1 can (15 oz) S&W Black Beans, undrained 1 can (15 oz) S&W White Beans or S&W Garbanzo Beans, undrained 1 can (15 oz) S&W Kidney Beans, […]

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Italian Sausage and Pasta Soup

You can prepare soup through step 2 up to 1 day ahead, but do not bring mixture to a boil, instead, cool, cover, and chill. To reheat, lift off and discard fat, bring soup to a boil. 2 pounds hot or mild Italian sausages 3 carrots (12 oz. total), peeled and chopped 1 onion (12 […]

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Gazpacho

Processor Gazpacho

1 medium onion, peeled and quartered 2 garlic cloves, split Two (12 oz) cans tomato juice or vegetable juice cocktail 4 large ripe tomatoes, peeled 1/3 cup olive oil 1/3 cup red wine vinegar 1/4 tsp hot pepper sauce salt and pepper to taste 1 large cucumber, peeled, quartered lengthwise 1 green bell pepper, quartered […]

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Legumes

Bush’s Best Red Beans and Rice

4 cups fully cooked rice, kept warm 1 Tbsp vegetable oil 1 medium onion, diced 1 green pepper, diced 2 celery stalks, sliced 3 garlic cloves, minced 14 oz. fully cooked sausage (such as andouille), cut into 1/2 inch slices 3 cans (16 oz) BUSH’S Kidney Beans with liquid 2 cans (16 oz) diced tomatoes […]

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Mushroom, Barley and Sausage Soup

1/2 pound mushrooms 2 Tbsp butter 2 large garlic cloves, minced 1 tsp dried oregano 2 cups beef broth 3 cups water 3/4 cup pearl barley salt and freshly ground pepper 2 large potatoes, peeled and diced 1/2 pound turkey sausage (use bulk or remove casings) 1 cup whole milk Wipe the mushrooms with a […]

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Cold Soups

Cold Carrot Soup

12 carrots 2 onions 2 potatoes 8 cups chicken stock or broth 1 cup whipping cream 1 tsp paprika 12 fresh mint leaves, chopped Slice the vegetables and place them in a large pan over medium heat. Pour in the chicken stock, bring to boil and cover. Allow the vegetables to simmer for 45 minutes. […]

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Sausage Barley Soup with Swiss Chard

1 pound turkey kielbasa sausage, cut into 1/4 inch slices 1 large (about 1/2 lb.) onion, chopped 2 large (about 1/2 lb. total) carrots, thinly sliced 10 cups regular strength beef broth 1 cup pearl barley 1 Tbsp minced fresh or 1 tsp crumbled dried oregano leaves 1/2 pound Swiss Chard, rinsed and drained prepared […]

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Quick Minestrone

1 (11-oz) can red kidney beans 1 tsp salt 1/2 tsp garlic salt 1 clove garlic, pressed 1/4 tsp pepper 1 Tbsp oil 1/4 cup chopped parsley 1 small zucchini, unpeeled and cut into small cubes 2 stalks celery, chopped 2 small carrots, diced 2 green onions, chopped 4 to 5 leaves Swiss chard, chopped […]

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Legumes

Southwestern Pinto Beans

2 1/2 cups Lady Lee Pinto Beans 1/2 lb. bacon, cut up 2 cups (2 medium) chopped onions 3 garlic cloves, minced 2 (8-oz) cans tomato sauce 2 to 3 Tbsp chili powder 1/2 tsp oregano leaves 1/2 tsp salt 1/4 tsp pepper 1/8 tsp ground cumin Soak beans as directed on this package; do […]

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French Onion Soup

1 Tbsp unsalted butter 3 pounds yellow onions (about 6 medium) thinly sliced 5 cups beef broth, preferably homemade 1/2 cup apple juice 1 1/2 tsp kosher salt, plus more to taste freshly ground pepper to taste 1 Tbsp Cognac 8 to 12 1/4-inch thick slices French baguette, depending on the diameter of the loaf […]