It’s Chili, Chowder, or Stew Saturday – Italian Meatball and Vegetable Soup

This week’s It’s Chili, Chowder, or Stew Saturday is a recipe for Italian Meatball and Vegetable Soup. Home made Meatballs, Tomatoes, Carrots, Onions, and Spices are just some of the ingredients that you'll be using to make this week's recipe. This is one hearty Soup Dish! You can find this recipe at the CooksRecipes website where you'll find a huge selection of recipes to please all tastes so be sure to check it out before planning your next Meal. Enjoy and Make 2019 a Healthy One!  https://www.cooksrecipes.com/index.html

Italian Meatball and Vegetable Soup
This hearty Italian meatball and vegetable soup is sure to become a favorite on the family menu.

Recipe Ingredients:
1 pound lean ground beef

1/2 cup fresh bread crumbs
1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon dried parsley
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon salt
6 cups beef broth
1 (28-ounce) can Italian-style tomatoes, with juice and crushed
6 carrots, thinly sliced
4 medium potatoes, peeled, diced
1 large onion, chopped
4 large garlic cloves, finely minced
2 teaspoons dried thyme
2 teaspoons dried basil
1 bay leaf
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Additional freshly grated Parmesan for accompaniment

Cooking Directions:
1 - Combine ground beef, fresh bread crumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, 1 tablespoon parsley, 1 teaspoon dried oregano and 1 teaspoon salt in large bowl and blend well. Using moistened hands, shape mixture into 1-inch diameter meatballs.
2 - Bring broth to boil in heavy large Dutch oven over high heat. Drop in meatballs and cook 5 minutes. Add tomatoes, carrots, potatoes, onions, garlic, dried thyme and basil. Reduce heat to medium. Simmer soup uncovered until meatballs and vegetables are cooked through and tender, about 40 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
3 - Ladle soup into bowls and pass additional Parmesan.

Makes 4 to 6 servings.

https://www.cooksrecipes.com/soup/italian-meatball-and-vegetable-soup-recipe.html

Healthy Chicken Main Dish Recipes

From the EatingWell website and Magazine its Healthy Chicken Main Dish Recipes. Delicious and Healthy Chicken Main Dish Recipes with recipes including; Beer-Glazed Chicken with Grilled Vegetables, Open-Face Italian Chicken Sandwiches with Avocado Slaw, and Chicken Pesto Pasta with Asparagus. Find these Finger Licking Recipes and more all at the EatingWell website. And if your looking for a good cooking and recipe Magazine subscribe to one of my favorites the EatingWell Magazine! So Enjoy and Make 2019 a Healthy One!  http://www.eatingwell.com/

Healthy Chicken Main Dish Recipes

Find healthy, delicious chicken main dish recipes including chicken and pasta, easy chicken casseroles, low-calorie chicken recipes, and chicken pot pie. Healthier Recipes, from the food and nutrition experts at EatingWell.


Beer-Glazed Chicken with Grilled Vegetables
Need a new chicken dinner idea? Try this grilled chicken and vegetable dish from chef Rick Bayless. Grilling the chicken and summer vegetables is a no-brainer, but in colder months, you may wish to move indoors and roast the chicken, along with some root vegetables. Whatever the weather, it's worth seeking out piloncillo for the beer glaze. This unrefined sugar used in Mexican cooking is made from evaporated cane juice. Its complex caramelized flavor balances any bitterness in the beer. Look for it in Latin markets and online..............


Open-Face Italian Chicken Sandwiches with Avocado Slaw
The quick tomato topping on these hearty and healthy chicken sandwiches will remind you of pizza. The accompanying slaw swaps out mayo for healthier avocado. Cook the chicken breasts on the grill if you prefer (see Tip) and consider making a double batch of the chicken for lunches and dinners later in the week........


Chicken Pesto Pasta with Asparagus
This healthy chicken pesto pasta is easy to make thanks to convenience ingredients like rotisserie chicken and store-bought pesto. The addition of fresh asparagus—which is cooked in the same pot as the pasta—brightens up the look and the flavors of this family-friendly and easy one-pot dinner. Fresh basil, if you have it on hand, is a nice finishing touch............



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Diabetic Ground Beef Recipes

From the EatingWell website and Magazine its Diabetic Ground Beef Recipes. Healthy and delicious Diabetic Ground Beef Recipes. You'll find recipes like; Beef and Bean Sloppy Joes, Pineapple-Bacon Barbecue Burgers, and Italian Meatball Soup. Find these recipes and more all at the eatingWell website. Enjoy and Make 2019 a Healthy One!  http://www.eatingwell.com/

Diabetic Ground Beef Recipes

Find healthy, delicious diabetic ground beef recipes, from the food and nutrition experts at EatingWell.


Beef and Bean Sloppy Joes
This healthy copycat recipe of the comfort food classic trades beans for some of the meat to bump up fiber by 7 grams. We also cut back on the sugar and ketchup in this Sloppy Joe recipe makeover to save you 12 grams of added sugar..........


Pineapple-Bacon Barbecue Burgers
For your next barbecue, try these Hawaiian-inspired sweet and savory burgers. They're made from lean ground beef and have bacon and crushed pineapple baked right in. Served with barbecue sauce on Hawaiian sweet rolls, they're sure to impress your guests............


Italian Meatball Soup
Vegetables and lean meatballs streamline a traditional Italian meatball soup to make it lighter while keeping all the great flavor. Save some of the meatball soup to make a delicious casserole for later..............



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The Cincinnati Garlic Festival 2019 Friday, May 31 and Saturday June 1, 2019

Get Stinky: Arnold's Bar & Grill to Host the Cincinnati Garlic Festival
The festival will take place over two days and will feature local garlic-themed foods

Arnold’s Bar & Grill isn’t afraid to get smelly with their food: Introducing the Cincinnati Garlic Festival 2019.

On Friday, May 31 and Saturday, June 1, Cincinnatians can consume all the garlic they want via an

assortment of specially prepared local food and beer at the downtown bar:

Listermann, Fifty West and Rhinegeist will bring their very own garlic beers
Madisono’s Gelato & Sorbetto will have garlic gelato
Wunderbar! will have garlic pretzels
La Soupe will be providing garlic soup
Sixteen Bricks will have garlic breads
Avril-Bleh butchers will provide assorted garlic sausages and meats
and Arnold's will have a slew of garlic cocktails, appetizers, entrées and desserts from chef Kayla Robison
In 1998, Jim Tarbell hosted the original Cincinnati Garlic Festival in the Grammer’s parking lot in Over-the-Rhine, with restaurants, printed T-shirts and a garlic bulb mascot.

Arnold’s got Tarbell's blessing and reinvented the Queen City tradition, and design firm We Have Become Vikings created the logo and modernized the mascot. Limited edition Cincinnati Garlic Fest T-shirts and hand-numbered screen prints will be available to purchase at the event.

In addition to food, there will be live music from Root Cellar Xtract 8-11:30 p.m. Friday and The Cincinnati Dancing Pigs 8-11:30 p.m. Saturday,

5-11 p.m. May 31; all day June 1. Free admission. Arnold’s Bar & Grill, 210 E. Eighth St., Downtown. More info: https://www.facebook.com/arnoldsbar/

https://www.citybeat.com/food-drink/the-dish/blog/21068625/get-stinky-arnolds-bar-grill-to-host-the-cincinnati-garlic-festival

It’s Chili, Chowder, or Stew Saturday – Cannellini Bean Soup

This week’s It’s Chili, Chowder, or Stew Saturday is a recipe for Cannellini Bean Soup. This week's recipe uses Cannellini Beans along with Onion, Zucchini, Ham, Diced Tomato, Spices, and more! The recipe is from the Diabetes Self Management website. At the Diabetes Self site you'll find a huge selection of Diabetic Friendly Recipes, Diabetes News, Diabetes Management Tips, and much more so check it out today! Enjoy and and Make 2019 a Healthy One!  https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/

Cannellini Bean Soup
Preparation time: 5 minutes. Cooking time: 20 minutes.

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Ingredients
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 tablespoon margarine
1/4 cup chopped onion
1 six-inch zucchini
1 ounce lean ham, finely chopped
1/2 cup diced tomato
1 can (15 ounces) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
2 cups low-fat, low-sodium chicken broth
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Directions
In a medium saucepan, combine olive oil and margarine over medium heat. Add onions and sauté until slightly softened. Cut ends off zucchini and cut into slices, about 1/4 inch thick, then cut each slice into quarters and add to onions in pan, stirring frequently. Add remaining ingredients and stir well. Bring to a low boil, and then simmer 15 minutes over low heat.

Yield: 4 servings.

Serving size: 1 cup.

Nutrition Facts Per Serving:

Calories: 147 calories, Carbohydrates: 21 g, Protein: 9 g, Fat: 3 g, Saturated Fat: 0 g, Cholesterol: 3 mg, Sodium: 437 mg, Fiber: 4 g
https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/recipes/soups-stews/cannellini-bean-soup/

Healthy Potato Recipes

From the EatingWell website and Magazine its Healthy Potato Recipes. Delicious and Healthy Potato Recipes like; Roasted Cauliflower and Potato Curry Soup, Skillet Lemon Chicken and Potatoes with Kale, and Mustard-Crusted Potatoes. Find these recipes and more all at the EatingWell website. Enjoy and Make 2019 a Healthy One!  http://www.eatingwell.com/

Healthy Potato Recipes

Find healthy, delicious potato recipes, from the food and nutrition experts at eating well.


Roasted Cauliflower and Potato Curry Soup
In this healthy cauliflower soup recipe, roasting the cauliflower first adds depth and prevents the florets from turning to mush. A little tomato sauce and coconut milk give the broth a rich, silky texture. Serve with a dollop of sour cream or yogurt, if desired..............


Skillet Lemon Chicken and Potatoes with Kale
This easy one-pan skillet-roasted lemon chicken is perfect for weeknight dinners. Juicy chicken thighs are cooked in the same pan as baby potatoes and kale for a satisfying meal with the added bonus of minimal cleanup...........


Mustard-Crusted Potatoes
This simple potato side dish really delivers on taste. A mix of Yukon Gold and sweet potatoes (you could also use red new potatoes or fingerlings) are roasted in a scrumptious mustard-turmeric sauce and coated with mustard seeds and coriander seeds which form a nice crust.......



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Healthy and Cheap Diabetes-Friendly Recipes for a Budget

From the EatingWell website and Magazine its Healthy and Cheap Diabetes-Friendly Recipes for a Budget. Find Delicious and Healthy and Cheap Diabetes-Friendly Recipes for a Budget with recipes like; Pork Primavera Sandwiches, Scrambled Turkey Nachos, and Pineapple Pork Fried Rice. Find these recipes and more all at the EatingWell website. Enjoy and Make 2019 a Healthy One!  http://www.eatingwell.com/

Healthy and Cheap Diabetes-Friendly Recipes for a Budget

Fast food isn’t cheap and is rarely healthy. Have the best of both worlds with delicious and healthy, budget friendly recipes that feed a family for less than $3 per serving. Enjoy chicken, turkey, sausage, beef, and vegetarian recipes that are easy to prepare. Many dinners are ready to eat in minutes!


Pork Primavera Sandwiches
To keep this slow cooker pork sandwich recipe heart-healthy, look for a barbecue sauce that's low in fat and sodium...........


Scrambled Turkey Nachos
These tasty nachos, topped with eggs, turkey sausage and Cheddar cheese, are perfect to serve at your next brunch...........


Pineapple Pork Fried Rice
This one dish meal is bursting with texture and taste. Fresh pineapple, crisp-tender carrots and celery, and pungent ginger combine with pork in this homemade fried rice recipe that's ready in 45 minutes, start to finish...............



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50 Ways To Eat Eggs

From the EatingWell website and Magazine its 50 Ways To Eat Eggs. Here are some Eggceptional and Healthy Egg Recipes with recipes like; Homemade Chicken Ramen Noodle Bowls, Soft Eggs with Green Goddess Dressing and Brown-Butter Breadcrumbs, and Cheesy Egg Stuffed Peppers. Find these recipes and more all at the EatingWell website. Enjoy and Make 2019 a Healthy One!   http://www.eatingwell.com/

50 Ways To Eat Eggs
Eggs are one of the most nutritious (and cheapest!) foods on the planet—one 80-calorie egg provides six grams of filling protein, five grams of heart-healthy fats, vitamin D, plus lutein and zeaxanthin, two antioxidants that help keep your eyes healthy. Here are 50 delicious recipes featuring this eggceptional superfood, from egg-in-a-hole avocado toast to cozy homemade ramen.


Homemade Chicken Ramen Noodle Bowls
Transform canned chicken noodle soup into quick ramen bowls by adding fresh ginger, crunchy vegetables, herbs and a jammy soft-boiled egg. Look for a low-sodium soup that has 450 mg sodium or less per serving................


Soft Eggs with Green Goddess Dressing and Brown-Butter Breadcrumbs
For this showstopper of an appetizer, the custardy yolks of soft-cooked eggs are magically balanced with an amazing green goddess dressing and a crunchy brown-butter breadcrumb topping..............


Cheesy Egg Stuffed Peppers
Bake up omelets in a pepper for a healthy, veggie-packed breakfast. Sweet bell peppers are filled with a cheesy egg filling with all the fixings of a classic Denver omelet. If you're cooking for a crowd, this recipe is easy to double!..........



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One of America's Favorites - Grilled Cheese

Grilled Cheese Sandwich

A grilled cheese sandwich is a sandwich generally made with one or more varieties of cheese (a cheese sandwich) on any sort of grilled or toasted bread, such as flat bread or wheat bread, that may include spreads such as butter or mayonnaise. Additional ingredients such as pepperoni and ham are also common.

Cheese sandwiches commonly referred to as a grilled cheese sandwich or a cheese toastie, are sandwiches that can be grilled so that the bread toasts and the cheese melts. A grilled cheese is often heated by placing the buttered slices of bread, with the cheese between the slices, on a frying pan or griddle. Grilled cheese is not typically made on a grill.

Another form of cooked cheese sandwich is the cheese toastie or toastie, a dish particularly popular in the United Kingdom that is prepared by either baking or grilling a cheese sandwich in an oven, or toasting bag in an electric toaster, or using a pie iron in order to toast the bread and melt the cheese. Cheddar is the most common cheese used in a toastie. It is usually served as a snack, or as a (usually lunchtime) meal, in most cases with a side of salad.

Cooked bread and cheese is an ancient food according to food historians, popular across the world in many cultures. Evidence indicates that, in the U.S., the modern version of the grilled cheese sandwich originated in the 1920s when inexpensive sliced bread and American cheese became readily available. The cheese dream, an open-faced grilled cheese sandwich, became popular in the U.S. during the Great Depression.

U.S. government cookbooks describe Navy cooks broiling "American cheese filling sandwiches" during World War II. Many versions of the grilled cheese sandwich can now be found on restaurant menus across the U.S. and internationally.

In the United States, grilled cheese sandwiches are often served with soup (usually tomato soup), and may be served as a whole meal.

A grilled cheese sandwich is assembled by creating a cheese filling between two slices of bread,

A grilled cheese sandwich with tomato soup

which is then heated until the bread crisps and the cheese melts. It is sometimes combined with an additional ingredient such as peppers, tomatoes, or onions, though many other ingredients may be used. Several different methods of heating the sandwich are used, depending on the region and personal preference. Common methods include being cooked on a griddle, grilled, fried in a pan or made in a panini grill or sandwich toaster. This last method is more common in the United Kingdom, where the sandwiches are normally called "toasted sandwiches" or "toasties", and in Australia, where they are called "jaffles".

Some restaurants, food carts and food trucks in the United States specialize in the grilled cheese sandwich. The Grilled Cheese Grill restaurants are a combination of reclaimed vehicle and food cart restaurants that focus on gourmet grilled cheese sandwiches in Portland, Oregon. The Grilled Cheese Truck is an American food truck company serving gourmet "chef driven" grilled cheese sandwiches. The company started in Los Angeles, California in 2009, and has since expanded throughout Southern California, Phoenix, San Antonio and Austin. The American Grilled Cheese Kitchen is a restaurant in San Francisco, California that specializes in the sandwich.

Healthy Beef Recipes

From the EatingWell website and Magazine its Healthy Beef Recipes. Delicious Healthy Beef Recipes with recipes like; Southwestern Steak Pizza, Philly Cheesesteak Stuffed Peppers, and Beef and Bean Sloppy Joes. These are are just 3 of recipes you'll find at the EatingWell website so check the site out to get the rest of the recipes and much more! Enjoy and Make 2019 a Healthy One!  http://www.eatingwell.com/

Healthy Beef Recipes
Find healthy, delicious beef recipes including ground beef, roast beef, stews and beef brisket. Healthier recipes, from the food and nutrition experts at EatingWell.


Southwestern Steak Pizza
Flank steak, black beans, and cilantro bring a Southwestern flair to these individual pizzas.......


Philly Cheesesteak Stuffed Peppers
Mounding a classic Philly cheesesteak mixture in a colorful bell pepper and melting cheese on top is an easy way to skip the bread and cut the carbs.......


Beef and Bean Sloppy Joes
This healthy copycat recipe of the comfort food classic trades beans for some of the meat to bump up fiber by 7 grams. We also cut back on the sugar and ketchup in this Sloppy Joe recipe makeover to save you 12 grams of added sugar..........



* Click the link below to get all the Healthy Beef Recipes
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Healthy Italian Sausage Recipes

From the EatingWell website and Magazine its Healthy Italian Sausage Recipes. Some Delicious and Healthy Italian Sausage Recipes with recipes like; Instant Pot Lasagna Soup, Sausage, Mushroom and Pesto Grilled Pizza, and Old-Fashioned Spaghetti and Meatballs. Find these recipes and more all at the EatingWell website. Also don't forget to subscribe to one of my favorite Magazines the EatingWell Magazine. Enjoy and Make 2019 a Healthy One!  http://www.eatingwell.com/

Healthy Italian Sausage Recipes

Find healthy, delicious Italian sausage recipes, from the food and nutrition experts at EatingWell.


Instant Pot Lasagna Soup
This satisfying and hearty soup has all the flavors of lasagna, but without the fuss of layering ingredients in a baking dish and waiting for the lasagna to bake. Here, we take advantage of the multicooker to prepare a soup that is ready in 10 minutes. Just top the soup with ricotta and Parmesan and enjoy!........


Sausage, Mushroom and Pesto Grilled Pizza
Healthy homemade sausage-and-mushroom pizza in the comfort of your backyard? Yes, please. All you need for a Naples-worthy pie is a hot grill, store-bought pizza dough and easy prepared ingredients. Serve with a glass of Chianti.......


Old-Fashioned Spaghetti and Meatballs
To stretch the ground beef, we use high-fiber bulgur and whole-wheat breadcrumbs in the meatballs, which are baked rather than fried.........


* Click the link below to get all theHealthy Italian Sausage Recipes
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Turkey Main Dish Recipes

From the EatingWell website and Magazine its Turkey Main Dish Recipes. Delicious and Healthy Turkey Main Dish Recipes with recipes like; Turkey Sausage and Zucchini Lasagna, Turkey Enchilada Poblano Peppers, and Turkey-Apple Meatballs with Spaghetti Squash. Find these recipes and more all at the EatingWell website. Plus don't forget to subscribe to my ne of my favorite Cooking Magazines, the EatingWell Magazine, each issue packed with recipes! So Enjoy and Make 2019 a Healthy One!   http://www.eatingwell.com/

Turkey Main Dish Recipes

Find healthy, delicious turkey main dish recipes including roasted turkey, turkey breast and turkey burgers. Healthier Recipes, from the food and nutrition experts at EatingWell.


Turkey Sausage and Zucchini Lasagna
In this veggie-heavy lasagna recipe, zucchini slices fill in for some of the noodle layers, trimming carbs without sacrificing flavor..........


Turkey Enchilada Poblano Peppers
In this healthy take on a turkey enchilada recipe, we stuff everything into a roasted poblano pepper shell rather than tortillas to pack an extra serving of veggies into this meal. If you can't find poblano peppers, you can substitute green bell peppers instead.........


Turkey-Apple Meatballs with Spaghetti Squash
Classic spaghetti and meatballs gets a major makeover in this 1-hour main dish recipe! Instead of regular pasta, we opt for low-calorie, low-carb spaghetti squash, and we switch out the beef meatballs with homemade turkey-apple meatballs, which are lower in saturated fat. It's a healthy meal your whole family will enjoy........



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Healthy Spring Chicken Recipes

From the EatingWell website and Magazine its Healthy Spring Chicken Recipes. Delicious and Healthy Spring Chicken Recipes with recipes like; Chicken and Dumplings, Caribbean Jerk Chicken Pizza, and Mustard-Maple Chicken with Wild Rice Pilaf. Plus you can subscribe to one of my favorite Magazines, the EatingWell Magazine. Each issue is full of great recipes! Enjoy and Make 2019 a Healthy One!  http://www.eatingwell.com/

Healthy Spring Chicken Recipes

Find healthy, delicious spring chicken recipes, from the food and nutrition experts at EatingWell.


Chicken and Dumplings
Whole-wheat pastry flour gives the dumplings in this healthy recipe a prominent nuttiness that totally fits in with the savory chicken stew..........


Caribbean Jerk Chicken Pizza
These Caribbean-inspired pizzas are topped with jerk chicken, sweet mango, tangy pineapple, and spicy jalapeño and are grilled, rather than baked, for a quick and healthy meal!........


Mustard-Maple Chicken with Wild Rice Pilaf
This slow-cooker meal is simple to prepare and will elicit rave reviews from everyone at your table. The wild rice pilaf is started early in the slow cooker and followed up by the chicken and sweet and tangy maple-mustard sauce. It's a mouthwatering combination!........



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It’s Chili, Chowder, or Stew Saturday - Creamy Yellow Squash Soup

This week’s It’s Chili, Chowder, or Stew Saturday Recipe is a recipe for Creamy Yellow Squash Soup. A delicious and healthy Soup made with; Yellow Squash, Green Bell Pepper, Onion, Reduced-Fat Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese, and Spices. Warm up these cold Winter Days with this week's recipe! It comes from another one of my favorite sites, the Diabetes Self Management website. At the site you'll find a fantastic selection of Diabetic Friendly Recipes, tips on managing your Diabetes, Diabetic News, and more! So check it out today. Enjoy and Make 2019 a Healthy One!  https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/

Creamy Yellow Squash Soup

Ingredients
Nonstick cooking spray

1 pound yellow squash, cut into 1/4-inch slices
1 medium green bell pepper, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon ground cumin, divided
1 3/4 cups reduced-sodium, 99% fat-free chicken broth
1 cup fat-free buttermilk
1 tablespoon diet margarine
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 ounces reduced-fat sharp Cheddar cheese, shredded

Directions
1 - Heat Dutch oven over medium heat until hot. Lightly coat with cooking spray. Add squash, bell pepper, and onion. Spray vegetables with cooking spray. Cook and stir 6 minutes or until onion begins to brown.

2 -= Add thyme, 1/2 teaspoon cumin, and broth. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to a simmer. Cover. Cook 20 minutes.

3 - Working in 1-cup batches, place mixture in blender or food processor. Cover. Purée. Repeat with remaining ingredients. Return soup to Dutch oven over medium heat. Add buttermilk, margarine, remaining 1/2 teaspoon cumin and pepper. Cook until heated through. Serve topped with cheese.

Yield: 4 servings. Serving size: 1 cup soup plus 2 tablespoons cheese.

Nutrition Facts Per Serving:

Calories: 113 calories, Carbohydrates: 12 g, Protein: 8 g, Fat: 5 g, Saturated Fat: 2 g, Cholesterol: 11 mg, Sodium: 401 mg, Fiber: 2 g

https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/recipes/soups-stews/creamy-yellow-squash-soup/

Kitchen Hint of the Day!

Simmer the Soup.........


Once soup has come to a boil, reduce to a simmer and make sure that it stays there. Boil things too vigorously, and the vegetables will get mushy, the meat will toughen, and the noodles will start to break down.

Turkey Bacon and Potato Soup

I have another delicious and healthy Slow Cooker Recipe from Jennie - O Turkey to pass along, Turkey Bacon and Potato Soup. A kicked up version of Potato Soup using JENNIE-O® Turkey Bacon along with Sour Cream. Plus you’ll use the Slow Cooker to make this, how easy is this! You can find this recipe on the Jennie – O website which is loaded with delicious and healthy recipes like this one! So Enjoy and Make the Switch in 2019!  https://www.jennieo.com/

Turkey Bacon and Potato Soup

This easy slow cooker recipe lets you enjoy thick and creamy potato soup, featuring crisp JENNIE-O® Turkey Bacon, even on the busiest of weeknights. Simply prep it the night before, start in the morning, and return to a delicious, ready-to-eat dinner.

INGREDIENTS

4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
3 medium potatoes, peeled, diced
1½ cups chopped cabbage
1 leek, diced
1 onion, chopped
2 carrots, diced
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
1 teaspoon salt, if desired
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon caraway seeds
1 bay leaf
½ cup sour cream
1 (12-ounce) package JENNIE-O® Turkey Bacon
DIRECTIONS

1) In Slow Cooker combine broth, potatoes, cabbage, leek, onion, carrots and parsley. Stir in salt, pepper, caraway seeds and bay leaf. Cover; cook on LOW 8 to 10 hours or on HIGH 4 to 5 hours.
2) Remove and discard bay leaf. In small bowl, combine ¼ cup hot liquid from slow cooker with sour cream; mix. Add mixture to slow cooker; stir.
3) Cook turkey bacon as specified on the package. Always cook to well-done, 165°F as measured by a meat thermometer. Chop bacon. Top soup bowl with turkey bacon.
* Always cook to an internal temperature of 165°F.

RECIPE NUTRITION INFORMATION

PER SERVING
Calories250
Protein14g
Carbohydrates22g
Fiber3g
Sugars4g
Fat14g
Cholesterol45mg
Sodium580mg
Saturated Fat4g
https://www.jennieo.com/recipes/295-turkey-bacon-and-potato-soup

Chunky Baked Potato Soup with Cheddar and Bacon Bits w/ Grilled Cheese

Dinner Tonight: Chunky Baked Potato Soup with Cheddar and Bacon Bits w/ Grilled Cheese





For Breakfast I prepared a favorite of mine. I made some Simply Potatoes Shredded Hash Browns, Heated up some Meijer Diced Ham, fried an Egg Sunnyside Up, made a cup of Bigelow Decaf Green Tea. I made a bed of the Hash Browns in a bow and sprinkled some Sargento Reduced Fat Sharp

Cheddar Cheese. Next I put the Diced Ham over top the Hash Browns then put the Sunnyside Up Egg on to top it off. Outside the weather isn't quite as bad, but it was still about minus 1 this morning. It became sunny and a high of 21 degrees. I was able to get out a bit today. Cleared off both of snow and started both and let them run for a few minutes. Threw some salt out on part of the driveway that had ice on it. Later on caught up on a couple of movies that I recorded. For Dinner tonight its all Comfort Food! I prepared Chunky Baked Potato Soup with Cheddar and Bacon Bits w/ Grilled Cheese.



With the Weather still bad it just seemed like a perfect day for Soup and Grilled Cheese! For my Soup I heated up a can of Campbell’s Chunky Baked Potato Soup with Cheddar and Bacon Bits. Another easy to prepare item; just empty the contents of the can into a sauce pan and heat. Heated it on medium low heat, stirring often. I love a thick and hearty Soup and this one is perfect. Campbell’s Chunky Baked Potato Soup with Cheddar and Bacon Bits is the best there is, at least to me.





Then for my Grilled Cheese I’ll be using; Kraft Sliced Sharp Cheddar Cheese, Blue Bonnet Light
Butter, and Healthy Life Whole Grain Bread. I started by buttering the outside half of a slice of bread. Layered 2 slices of the Sharp Cheddar on top. Added my top half of the sliced bread, buttering the outside of the slice. I then got out a skillet, heated it up on medium heat and lightly coated it with a 1/2 pat of Butter. When the Butter was melted I added my sandwich. Grilled it on both sides until it was golden brown and the Cheese melted. For Dessert/Snack later a bowl of Skinny Pop – Pop Corn and a Coke Zero to drink.






Campbell’s Chunky Soup – Baked Potato with Cheddar and Bacon Bits

Campbell’s Cheddar and Bacon Bits Chunky soup satisfies hunger with big chunks of real baked

potatoes and crisp bacon bits in a creamy soup base with cheddar cheese. Campbell’s Chunky soup is the soup that eats like a meal. Eat it for lunch and this thick and hearty Campbell’s baked potato soup will fill you up and stick with you through the day. When hunger calls, answer with chunky Campbell’s canned soup. You can heat it on the stove or in a microwave. Either way, satisfaction is just minutes away.


* Soup that eats like a meal
Ingredients

Water, Chicken Stock, Potatoes, Baked Potatoes, Cream, Vegetable Oil, Modified Food Starch, Cheddar Cheese, Pasteurized Process Cheddar Cheese.

Directions

Do not add water. Stove: Pour soup into medium saucepan. Heat slowly until hot, stirring occasionally. Microwave: Pour soup into medium microwave-safe bowl or 2 individual microwave-safe bowls. Cover; microwave on high for 3 1/2 minutes or until hot, stirring once during heating. Careful, keep covered 1 minute. Stir before serving. Promptly refrigerate any unused portion in separate container. Recommend use by date on can end. Store unopened can at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts*
Amount Per Serving (serving size) = 1 cup
Calories 190
Fat Calories 80
Total Fat 9g
Sat. Fat 3g
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 10mg
Sodium 790mg
Total Carb. 23g
Dietary Fiber 4g
Sugars 3g
Protein 4g
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Kraft Deli Deluxe Sharp Cheddar Cheese Slices

Made with premium quality cheddar cheese, these Kraft Deli Deluxe cheese slices are a great

addition to burgers, sandwiches and more. The classic sharp cheddar flavor and perfect melt will elevate your meal from ordinary to extraordinary.

Servings
Serving size 1 slice (19g).
Serving per Container 12.

Calories 70
Calories From Fat 0
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 6g 8%
Saturated Fat 0g 0%
Trans Fat 0g 0%
Cholesterol 20mg 7%
Sodium 0g 0%
Total Carbohydrates 1g 0%
Dietary Fibers 0g 0%
Sugars 0g 0%
Protein 0g 0%
https://www.kraftrecipes.com/product/00021000602568/kraft-deli-deluxe-sharp-cheddar-cheese-slices-8-oz-12-slices

Soup Special of the Day...Fiesta Pasta Soup

This week's Soup Special of the Day is Fiesta Pasta Soup.Vermicelli Pasta, Sausage, Tomatoes, and Black Beans are just some of the ingredients you'll need to make the recipe. It's from the CooksRecipes website which has a huge selection of recipes to please all tastes! So check it out today. Enjoy and Make 2019 a Healthy One!  https://www.cooksrecipes.com/index.html

Fiesta Pasta Soup
Recipe Ingredients:
3 ounces vermicelli pasta, uncooked

1/2 pound sausage, sliced thin
2 (14.5-ounce) cans chicken broth
1 cup water
1 (10-ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chilies
1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, minced
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1 (14.5-ounce) can Mexi-corn, drained
1 (14.5-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 tablespoon lime juice

Cooking Directions:
1 - In kettle, simmer sausage in 1 cup boiling water for 10 minutes.
2 -Drain water, cook meat over medium heat until browned. Cut meat into pieces.
3 - Add broth, tomatoes, and spices to sausage; simmer 10 minutes.
4 - Add pasta, corn, beans; cover and simmer 10 minutes until pasta is cooked.
5 - Stir in lime juice.
6 - Garnish each serving with minced fresh cilantro, sliced avocado and shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese.
Makes 6 servings.

Nutritional Information Per Serving (1/6 of recipe): Calories: 332; Total Fat: 14g; Saturated Fat: 4g; Total Carbs: 35g; Fiber: 5g; Protein: 15g; Sodium: 1075mg.

https://www.cooksrecipes.com/soup/fiesta_pasta_soup_recipe.html

Soup Special of the Day........Harvest Bowl Soup

This week's Soup Special of the Day is Harvest Bowl Soup. Onions, Carrots, and Beans are just 3 of the ingredients that make up this week's recipe. Its from the CooksRecipes website which has a fantastic selection of recipes to please all tastes! Check it out today. Enjoy and Make 2019 a Healthy One!  https://www.cooksrecipes.com/index.html

Harvest Bowl Soup
This easy minestrone variation makes a satisfying chilly-night meal.

Recipe Ingredients:
1 tablespoon olive oil

2 cups chopped onions
1 1/2 cups peeled, sliced carrots
1 cup thinly sliced celery
4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 teaspoons dried Italian seasoning
5 1/4 cups chicken broth
3 cups tomato juice
1 cup canned green beans
1 bay leaf
1/8 teaspoon ground pepper
1 (16-ounce) can kidney beans, drained
2 cups chopped zucchini

Cooking Directions:
Heat oil in a Dutch oven or stock pot over medium heat. Add onions, carrots, celery and garlic and sauté until tender. Add Italian seasoning. Stir in broth, tomato juice, green beans, bay leaf and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; add kidney beans and zucchini. Simmer until tender, about 15 minutes.
Makes 12 servings.

Tip: For a heartier flavor, use beef broth instead of chicken broth.
https://www.cooksrecipes.com/soup/harvest_bowl_soup_recipe.html

Rustic Turkey Stew

For a second Jennie - O Recipe I'm passing along a recipe for Rustic Turkey Stew. Made with JENNIE-O® Premium Basted Bone-In Young Turkey Breast and JENNIE-O® Turkey Bacon along with Red Potatoes, Carrots, Onions, Celery, Spices, and more! You can find this recipe along with all the other delicious and healthy recipes at the Jennie – O website. Enjoy and Make the Switch in 2019!  https://www.jennieo.com

Rustic Turkey Stew
INGREDIENTS

3 tablespoons flour
½ teaspoon salt, if desired
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 cups cooked, chopped JENNIE-O® Premium Basted Bone-In Young Turkey Breast
4 slices JENNIE-O® Turkey Bacon, cooked according to package directions and chopped
2 teaspoons minced garlic
2 (14-ounce) cans chicken broth
⅓ cup red wine, if desired
2 teaspoons dried thyme leaves
1¼ pounds small red potatoes, halved
2 cups baby carrots
1 cup sliced celery
1 cup small boiling onions, peeled
2 cups cremini or button mushrooms, halved

DIRECTIONS

1) Mist Dutch oven with cooking spray. In plastic bag, combine flour, salt and pepper. Add turkey, shaking to coat. Add turkey mixture to Dutch oven; cook 2 minutes, stirring occasionally. Transfer to bowl with bacon. Add garlic to Dutch oven; cook 1 minute.
2) Add broth, wine, and thyme leaves; bring to a boil. Stir in potatoes, carrots, celery, and onions; return to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 20 to 25 minutes or until vegetables are almost tender. Add mushrooms, turkey mixture, and bacon. Simmer 10 minutes or until thoroughly heated. Always cook to well-done, 165°F as measured by a meat thermometer.
* Always cook to an internal temperature of 165°F.

RECIPE NUTRITION INFORMATION
PER SERVING

Calories 240
Protein 18g
Carbohydrates 28g
Fiber 4g
Sugars 6g
Fat 4.5g
Cholesterol 30mg
Sodium 720mg
Saturated Fat1. 5g
https://www.jennieo.com/recipes/148-rustic-turkey-stew