StoneGable Roasted Corn and Bacon Chowder and Beer Bread

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjekJ60DJb2bFqMzfhUmIaGeXryrGAhhHUD9ovu8TUVsmgRobqAFeMLQOywIa-f_ci92ztBWIQpZ_3xH_UWtRglUgekQsHlMN7wWG413i9kFBUrwKGnCVBz_5PlIov-GrjHi4j9f2V9U0PP/s1600/Roasted+Corn+Chowder~Title+Page.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjekJ60DJb2bFqMzfhUmIaGeXryrGAhhHUD9ovu8TUVsmgRobqAFeMLQOywIa-f_ci92ztBWIQpZ_3xH_UWtRglUgekQsHlMN7wWG413i9kFBUrwKGnCVBz_5PlIov-GrjHi4j9f2V9U0PP/s640/Roasted+Corn+Chowder~Title+Page.png" width="426" /></a></div><br /></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; text-align: left;"><div style="text-align: center;">Our local farm markets and roadside stands are beginning to sell fresh local corn! Hurray! The corn from Georgia has been delicious this year, but I can't help but love our local corn the very best. I get it early in the morning at the local "Corn Wagon" and it is on the table hours later! </div></div></div><div style="text-align: left;"><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div></div><div style="text-align: left;"><div style="text-align: center;">There is something that makes me feel very healthy and wholesome and fresh-scrubbed about getting produce right out of the field and onto my table! Supporting local growers and linking to an agriculturally rich heritage are very important reasons to eat locally grown produce. Not to mention the delicious satisfaction of doing something very worthwhile for my family. All from an ear of corn! Yes, it's true!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><a name="more"></a><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOAdtQh5QVuRqZGDNdfEcdwnzbE2L0h7eGVeVABAlObM2L0nvZJos4WvdjU74yzxGhbhhgWbGn9btsNJOlv334K7V0z88fgra7mhJZx82rKqziVS4ayvGtcTd4c1Mgg0gvBC8FhjY_zhCP/s1600/Copy+of+IMG_7437.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" rw="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOAdtQh5QVuRqZGDNdfEcdwnzbE2L0h7eGVeVABAlObM2L0nvZJos4WvdjU74yzxGhbhhgWbGn9btsNJOlv334K7V0z88fgra7mhJZx82rKqziVS4ayvGtcTd4c1Mgg0gvBC8FhjY_zhCP/s640/Copy+of+IMG_7437.JPG" width="428" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><div style="text-align: center;">We are big soup eaters at StoneGable. Even in the summer. This easy recipe is a StoneGable original, after tweaking many different recipes. I hope you will not discount soup in the summer, the veggies are the freshest!</div></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;"><div style="text-align: center;">I usually make a VAT of soup. Most soups freeze well and make wonderfully satisfying meals. </div></div><br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcDousR0VELl4rkyb8awaKK3_IffK3Kq2JMWFkq9tPCROybHjqVpXPFbY1EfEmSleoc7o99ul-tiIajiYzPKiq-2sVqgvgsE-5Tp8ieoMC7pPINmVFu4w_2HmG0NBEtSkrjK_tbRL_dTem/s1600/Copy+of+IMG_7478.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="428" rw="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcDousR0VELl4rkyb8awaKK3_IffK3Kq2JMWFkq9tPCROybHjqVpXPFbY1EfEmSleoc7o99ul-tiIajiYzPKiq-2sVqgvgsE-5Tp8ieoMC7pPINmVFu4w_2HmG0NBEtSkrjK_tbRL_dTem/s640/Copy+of+IMG_7478.JPG" width="640" /></a></div></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><br /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #bf9000; font-size: x-large;">StoneGable RoastedCorn And Bacon Chowder</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">10 ears roasted corn</div><div style="text-align: center;">2 TBS good olive oil</div><div style="text-align: center;">18 slices of bacon, cooked (buy the good stuff)</div><div style="text-align: center;">3 large celery ribs, chopped finely</div><div style="text-align: center;">1 large onion, chopped finely</div><div style="text-align: center;">1 garlic clove, pressed</div><div style="text-align: center;">2 baking potatoes, peeled, and diced into small pieces</div><div style="text-align: center;">4 cups whole milk</div><div style="text-align: center;">2 cans creamed corn (or 1 cup heavy cream can be substituted)</div><div style="text-align: center;">salt</div><div style="text-align: center;">pepper</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><div style="text-align: left;"><div style="text-align: center;">Preheat grill. Husk corn and desilk. Brush with olive oil. </div></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJUMAR7IScv9Kh-7g73UWsJVxNKIBPNmKpue9LIDM49cu-rIyDP2TG_bhBGom1eU2flArmRpfalIN2q2zbdQbMSX4jS8wO5eajOdsoOG3PsKAOiHDfaeU0SjLtK1P3iiydKm_iejqcPYb4/s1600/Copy+of+DSC07973.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" rw="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJUMAR7IScv9Kh-7g73UWsJVxNKIBPNmKpue9LIDM49cu-rIyDP2TG_bhBGom1eU2flArmRpfalIN2q2zbdQbMSX4jS8wO5eajOdsoOG3PsKAOiHDfaeU0SjLtK1P3iiydKm_iejqcPYb4/s640/Copy+of+DSC07973.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;">When grill is preheated turn on low and grill corn turning frequently for 10 minutes. Some kernels will be browned. Do not let them char or burn.</div></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><div style="text-align: center;">Transfer to a plate and cool</div></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><br /><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhjtEfT9koD5jHOKBaFP1oPcMJ6noOuTwPeDwiDQlNWPa_mCButrAGn_k_RsiJeK3WOyQaVzCKhB7FJZ_NSvAlH_IUL80OP-ZAHDqPaFEaoF_i07ys5dKUnx6S4gFT8IhR5RMnMGTRWkLz/s1600/Copy+of+IMG_7446.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" rw="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhjtEfT9koD5jHOKBaFP1oPcMJ6noOuTwPeDwiDQlNWPa_mCButrAGn_k_RsiJeK3WOyQaVzCKhB7FJZ_NSvAlH_IUL80OP-ZAHDqPaFEaoF_i07ys5dKUnx6S4gFT8IhR5RMnMGTRWkLz/s640/Copy+of+IMG_7446.JPG" width="428" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><div style="text-align: center;">When cool scrape corn kernels off cob using a sharp knife.</div></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;"><div style="text-align: center;">Invert a small bowl in a large wide bowl. Stand ear of corn on the stalk end. Holding the ear with one hand at the top, scrape the blade end of a sharp knife from top to bottom of the ear. Kernels will come off the cob and fall into the bowl. Scrape the corn cob clean.</div></div><br /><br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTxyhAK9PDJJHYbxxlUWtynuN47c1KzWKFqr95A059tR6H_j9y0z5ZACyPy3Zm1N6ANsroLY557zN4ycgrm_NDvEG3VZgCQE8KdhVV06hBlL901lasHB88BSPbkqLHi73gXFfls0E6zLVJ/s1600/Copy+of+IMG_7454.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" rw="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTxyhAK9PDJJHYbxxlUWtynuN47c1KzWKFqr95A059tR6H_j9y0z5ZACyPy3Zm1N6ANsroLY557zN4ycgrm_NDvEG3VZgCQE8KdhVV06hBlL901lasHB88BSPbkqLHi73gXFfls0E6zLVJ/s640/Copy+of+IMG_7454.JPG" width="428" /></a></div><br /><div style="text-align: left;"> <span style="color: #bf9000; font-size: x-large;">S</span>et kernels aside.</div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjktahgZMUwiDEfTkIWlnbeQY637uEPN9HapGyah3IAOlPFhYyWDo_G5Kk7uJsyKegQJrJ-UFkVzBJJlbDt9RtVMewuP8IknlF8kbx2DzklHiC2Sf5345BOlCI13P0F2qUdyx-f776JqH2o/s1600/Copy+of+IMG_7458.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" rw="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjktahgZMUwiDEfTkIWlnbeQY637uEPN9HapGyah3IAOlPFhYyWDo_G5Kk7uJsyKegQJrJ-UFkVzBJJlbDt9RtVMewuP8IknlF8kbx2DzklHiC2Sf5345BOlCI13P0F2qUdyx-f776JqH2o/s640/Copy+of+IMG_7458.JPG" width="428" /></a></div></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: #bf9000; font-size: x-large;">M</span>eanwhile preheat oven to 400 degrees. Lay out bacon on 2 large rimmed sheet pans. Bake for 20-30 minutes, switching position of baking sheets half way through baking. When crisp remove from oven and cool. Do not discard grease from 1 pan.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhEMZZm7MXDaPnr3D3wILjooBmUGHiox6LMZExm2Ysz7rCWzuMW8vma8AqTbz7TGU1uXyPHwzTghqn2KZP1ryDs_VNMJV60PGlRzVIOJSIfwOo3EiXcAA_KfvhoIP9NqWg92FOjFy4Kggs/s1600/Copy+of+IMG_7450.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="428" rw="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhEMZZm7MXDaPnr3D3wILjooBmUGHiox6LMZExm2Ysz7rCWzuMW8vma8AqTbz7TGU1uXyPHwzTghqn2KZP1ryDs_VNMJV60PGlRzVIOJSIfwOo3EiXcAA_KfvhoIP9NqWg92FOjFy4Kggs/s640/Copy+of+IMG_7450.JPG" width="640" /></a></div></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><br /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><div style="text-align: center;">Cut celery and onion and add to large stock pot. When bacon is done add bacon grease to stock pot with onions and celery. Cook over medium heat for 5-6 minutes, until onions are translucent.</div></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><div style="text-align: center;">Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.</div></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><div style="text-align: center;">Add all grilled corn kernels but 1/2 cup to stock pot. Add potatoes, milk and creamed corn. On gentle heat bring to a simmer. Simmer for 15-20 minutes.</div></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><div style="text-align: center;">Ladle into bowls and add extra corn and bacon to garnish along with a little fresh parsley if desired.</div></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;"><div style="text-align: center;">Serve with homemade beer bread. </div></div><br /><br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQli21A9-lYy1FhuCbxV9W0suDIj8lBg7jWb7WYX3ivXKfkX3iGpGBLx8j81ZbfJwC0l25EZ0MhNXQ-IzYLxW6SkKGPZTchXCwPPQTkvSzxGKFA05fI-dWQfxPvdyH3C0e83bqfStVHKx8/s1600/Copy+of+IMG_7477.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="428" rw="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQli21A9-lYy1FhuCbxV9W0suDIj8lBg7jWb7WYX3ivXKfkX3iGpGBLx8j81ZbfJwC0l25EZ0MhNXQ-IzYLxW6SkKGPZTchXCwPPQTkvSzxGKFA05fI-dWQfxPvdyH3C0e83bqfStVHKx8/s640/Copy+of+IMG_7477.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #bf9000; font-size: x-large;">StoneGable Homemade Beer Bread</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQBS0i5WLjevIiTEL4Crj1zjf6tEdRYcwtqiPdaWy3x9sdahdjNx6irAIbCBgHkSeLk3erWEIsp8D8rRnEMHZNcqn5eYEDhw4Z2qtXES4wzEUeAxGFCT707OjBFzUSZl4-JZ60bS5_avev/s1600/Copy+of+IMG_7466.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="428" rw="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQBS0i5WLjevIiTEL4Crj1zjf6tEdRYcwtqiPdaWy3x9sdahdjNx6irAIbCBgHkSeLk3erWEIsp8D8rRnEMHZNcqn5eYEDhw4Z2qtXES4wzEUeAxGFCT707OjBFzUSZl4-JZ60bS5_avev/s640/Copy+of+IMG_7466.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">This is the most requested homemade bread I make! Delicious, dense, and sooooo flavorful. The aroma alone will be worth making it. And best of all... this bread is sooo easy to make! It is great toasted the next day for breakfast, that is if you have any left!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">2 1/4 cups all purpose flour</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">3 TBS sugar</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">1/2 tsp baking soda</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">1 TBS baking powder</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">dash of salt</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">2 TBS vegetable oil</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">1 bottle beer</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">1 TBS butter</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Heat oven to 400 degrees. Combine flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder and salt. Mix to distribute evenly.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Pour oil and beer over batter and mix by hand. Only mix until all the liquid has been incorporated, about 30-50 strokes.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Turn out into a well greased loaf pan.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Dot top of batter with butter.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Bake for 45 minutes until risen and golden brown. Remove from oven and let sit in pan for 10 minutes. Turn out onto cutting board. We eat this bread hot out of the oven and crumbly. YUMMY!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGPSCRof8A3VM6J8g-qa4fGD4hcgA0ttY2_AWNk16YM-toFZy7Z9mCNcg5gud0kxOt-fM7uSzHxHSHe7cQjhrqg82fM8L32pebKENbZxfnvjQc7ooopzrL51AtRdsxWhA3gcjUk1W8ydo-/s1600/Copy+of+IMG_7465.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" rw="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGPSCRof8A3VM6J8g-qa4fGD4hcgA0ttY2_AWNk16YM-toFZy7Z9mCNcg5gud0kxOt-fM7uSzHxHSHe7cQjhrqg82fM8L32pebKENbZxfnvjQc7ooopzrL51AtRdsxWhA3gcjUk1W8ydo-/s640/Copy+of+IMG_7465.JPG" width="428" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Enjoy a big bowl of Roasted Corn and Bacon Chowder along with a thick slice of Beer Bread! Remember to get seconds! It is a perfect and fresh summer meal!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimFpAIrNa0Cwle0BANK7FiN_F9-zbPrI9Eq74iCieP8U-TD2J9Dgvc2Wa2ACypdT0t1asrZesQdhQDuhhRy6wHnfg7q4hCCooKbVcfD7Kb1eHMroTtMnUQpwBdfoAWP2p5_WHUXeFH-cYn/s1600/Copy+of+IMG_7470.JPG+2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" rw="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimFpAIrNa0Cwle0BANK7FiN_F9-zbPrI9Eq74iCieP8U-TD2J9Dgvc2Wa2ACypdT0t1asrZesQdhQDuhhRy6wHnfg7q4hCCooKbVcfD7Kb1eHMroTtMnUQpwBdfoAWP2p5_WHUXeFH-cYn/s640/Copy+of+IMG_7470.JPG+2.jpg" width="428" /></a></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><script type="text/javascript">var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? 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StoneGable Roasted Corn and Bacon Chowder and Beer Bread

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How To Make Perfect Chicken Noodle Soup

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxdi4EhKnLYOQfffiax-gI20iwHp_WBlZeU7O3uH050R4jIvDnUH3vEPeoSSkJI0-ktL1lsrTsiAsmOodAUBYXiKtML61RNFz2rrApI-lpRdkOjuye6OO2ARbKg0cuyZqnd_HzVoeHUHAV/s1600/Chicken+Noodle+Soup-Title+page-stonegableblog.com.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxdi4EhKnLYOQfffiax-gI20iwHp_WBlZeU7O3uH050R4jIvDnUH3vEPeoSSkJI0-ktL1lsrTsiAsmOodAUBYXiKtML61RNFz2rrApI-lpRdkOjuye6OO2ARbKg0cuyZqnd_HzVoeHUHAV/s1600/Chicken+Noodle+Soup-Title+page-stonegableblog.com.jpg" width="428" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">I know, it really sounds like I am boasting... sorry! But you too can make a chicken noodle soup that is more delicious than you can imagine. There are a few old time secrets that can turn a good soup into one that makes the angels sing. And I can't wait to share them with you. An astrick (*) notes tips to a better soup.</div><div style="text-align: center;"></div><a name="more"></a><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcA5aagMs06UeeVonDsxDOla_8evnhf26aF3w20ZS7wO5MvVCUX0CJraHJ8hvlwewRzaMPYSkv48Ha1v7go7XYYwLUZKji8Eib3X8s2xp9j6n9gQCyhNtuZxdGt1Yetp64XbeaO9Yki4UF/s1600/Nani's+Chicken+noodle+sou-stonegableblog.com.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcA5aagMs06UeeVonDsxDOla_8evnhf26aF3w20ZS7wO5MvVCUX0CJraHJ8hvlwewRzaMPYSkv48Ha1v7go7XYYwLUZKji8Eib3X8s2xp9j6n9gQCyhNtuZxdGt1Yetp64XbeaO9Yki4UF/s1600/Nani's+Chicken+noodle+sou-stonegableblog.com.jpg" width="424" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Recipe:</div><div style="text-align: center;">4-5 lbs. chicken backs, wings, necks and thighs with skin (any combo) A turkey or a couple of chicken carcasses can be used. When using chicken carcass, add additional chicken pieces such as backs or wings.</div><div style="text-align: center;">4-6 quarts water- or enough water to cover chicken, plus 2-3 inches</div><div style="text-align: center;">mirepoix: combo of onions, carrots and celery</div><div style="text-align: center;">   2 onions, skins on and quartered</div><div style="text-align: center;">   3 carrots, peeled, cut into 3-4 pieces</div><div style="text-align: center;">   3 celery ribs, cut into 3-4 pieces</div><div style="text-align: center;">2 TBS salt</div><div style="text-align: center;">6 peppercorns or more</div><div style="text-align: center;">bouquet garni- bunch of parsley and thyme tied together + 2 bay leaves</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">1 onion, peeled and chopped into small pieces</div><div style="text-align: center;">6 carrots, peeled and cut into 1/2 inch rounds</div><div style="text-align: center;">4 celery ribs, cut  horizontally if thick and cut into 2 inch pieces</div><div style="text-align: center;">3 medium potatoes, peeled, and cut into bite size pieces</div><div style="text-align: center;">2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cooked and cubed</div><div style="text-align: center;">4 TBS chicken bullion</div><div style="text-align: center;">2-4 TBS fresh parsley, chopped</div><div style="text-align: center;">2 bags very thin egg noodles</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Proceedure:</div><div style="text-align: center;">Put chicken and water in a very large pot over medium heat.  Add mirepoix, salt and peppercorns.  Bring pot to a simmer, DO NOT BOIL. Skim scum off the top of soup as it develops. *This is a very important step- it will give you a clearer soup. Simmer for 2  hours uncovered. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;">In a separate large pot, bring water to boil, add salt. Cook thin egg noodles  according to package directions. Drain and set aside.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGs2Wbm81Ke6F4qY0BWBG2aBBS0eHg3me_-_AJ0h0l45i0GlhoCUBAyzT6wBFeAcKSpzWl1FjYJDMHEAStd5Uxpvp9qCbvwD8epNkpu1B9C9zIWtBf-hkFGwQGqWDuuqOMb_0GOYKRI00/s1600-h/DSC08993.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" ps="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGs2Wbm81Ke6F4qY0BWBG2aBBS0eHg3me_-_AJ0h0l45i0GlhoCUBAyzT6wBFeAcKSpzWl1FjYJDMHEAStd5Uxpvp9qCbvwD8epNkpu1B9C9zIWtBf-hkFGwQGqWDuuqOMb_0GOYKRI00/s640/DSC08993.JPG" /></a></div><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;">Using a "spider", or large slotted spoon scoop out all chicken and vegetables into a large bowl and then discard. Make sure you get it all.  * Do not use these veggies and chicken when serving soup, they have given all of their flavor to the broth.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Taste broth. *If needed add bullion. Be bold! You should have a very full bodied, chicken broth.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Bring soup back to a simmer and add chopped onion, carrots and celery. *Using new veggies gives a second layer of fresh veggie flavor, and taste delicious to eat in your soup.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;">You can also add boneless chicken and cook in broth at this time. Simmer for 20-30 minutes. Remove chicken when fully cooked and set aside to cool.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Add potatoes, and cook until tender 15-20 minutes.  While potatoes are cooking cube chicken. When potatoes are tender add chicken and 3 TBS minced parsley and simmer for 5 minutes. *Using fresh parsley at the very end of cooking enhances the fresh flavor.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">To Serve:</div><div style="text-align: center;">Add noodles (as much as you like in your soup) to a wide soup bowl. Ladle hot soup over noodles.</div><div style="text-align: center;">Serve. Yummy!</div><br /><br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbV-zGHQEn3jAjZ8emQPC8gq2KK2RD2ntUQVk7Q12J2Fui23LPcw8ih8p9zhBCZt3ugKHhHf9XBdvFGmdSYZVfDkTxtjhX6Zvhz1EE8bPfqJazXG-AF6lj9Ok63jAT8YqSVQz5_2-gIt8d/s1600/Chicken+Noodle+Soup-side+view-stonegableblog.com.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbV-zGHQEn3jAjZ8emQPC8gq2KK2RD2ntUQVk7Q12J2Fui23LPcw8ih8p9zhBCZt3ugKHhHf9XBdvFGmdSYZVfDkTxtjhX6Zvhz1EE8bPfqJazXG-AF6lj9Ok63jAT8YqSVQz5_2-gIt8d/s1600/Chicken+Noodle+Soup-side+view-stonegableblog.com.jpg" width="424" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;">*A<span style="color: black;">lways</span> keep the noodles and soup separate. If combined the noodles get soggy. This makes a huge difference in the taste of the soup. When refrigerating, keep soup and noodles in separate containers.</div><div style="text-align: center;">When ready to serve, reheat soup until piping hot and add to cold noodles. </div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;">Enjoy! </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">My grandmother taught me how to make this soup. I don't have a recipe, but learned by wathching and doing. This is not rocket science, so relax and enjoy the process. A little less of this or more of that will change the flavor, but it should still be delicious!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Note: I also make this broth for Matzo Ball Soup, Italian Wedding Soup and as stock to freeze and keep on hand.</div><br /><br /></div>

How To Make Perfect Chicken Noodle Soup

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Taco Cheese Soup

<span style="color: red; font-size: x-large;">Slow Cooker Soup- Taco Cheese Soup:</span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCX5UnZbsB_ueXjW3jwXZmUqVPxBL1p7xiHNRixh-6TNQ3cbyGY_sF3Lguz3-efjq08oymRycVYIaiiYNk4G3G_VSVZGnfFMkdKXmvVdUu2R3GOz_LlBSc-bP57bD9p9kGwP5EXPjLX1k/s1600-h/DSC01144.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" ps="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCX5UnZbsB_ueXjW3jwXZmUqVPxBL1p7xiHNRixh-6TNQ3cbyGY_sF3Lguz3-efjq08oymRycVYIaiiYNk4G3G_VSVZGnfFMkdKXmvVdUu2R3GOz_LlBSc-bP57bD9p9kGwP5EXPjLX1k/s640/DSC01144.JPG" /></a><br /></div><br /><span style="color: red; font-size: x-large;">T</span>his soup is <span style="color: #660000; font-size: large;">Paula Deen</span> meets <span style="color: #990000; font-size: large;">StoneGable</span>! I started out making Paula's wonderful Taco Soup... but I just got a little carried away! I took out a little of this and that from her recipe... and added a <span style="color: red; font-size: x-large;">pinch </span>of this and a pound of that to make a soup all my own.I ended up with a soup that the 3 men at my table just loved.<br /><br /><span style="color: red; font-size: x-large;">T</span>his is not a delicate or gourmet soup. If you are looking for a stick to your ribs, hearty,<span style="color: #660000; font-size: x-large;"> BIG</span> flavor meal-of-a-soup, then this is the one for you. So easy to make, it is almost embarrassing. I got so many compliments from my men... but I didn't tell how little work went into it.<br /><br /><span style="color: red; font-size: x-large;">A</span>nd <span style="color: red; font-size: large;">Paula</span>... if you are reading my blog, I would love to meet you! I am in Savannah again this coming March for the Historic Home and Garden Tour... it's like finding the <span style="color: red; font-size: x-large;">Mothership!</span> So let's get together for some sweet tea and and a goodie with lots of butter!<br /><br /><span style="color: red; font-size: x-large;">A</span>nd to all of you... "<span style="color: #990000; font-size: large;">Best</span> dishes from my blog to you"!<br /><br /><span style="color: red; font-size: large;">Recipe: Taco Cheese Soup (Adapted from Paula Deen's Taco Soup)</span><br />2 pounds ground beef <br />2 cups diced onions <br />2 (15 1/2-ounce) cans pinto beans, drained and rinsed<br />1 (15 1/2-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed<br />2 cups frozen corn<br />1 (14 1/2-ounce) can Mexican-style stewed tomatoes <br />1 (14 1/2-ounce) jar mild salsa<br />1 32oz. box beef broth<br />2 (1 1/4-ounce) package taco seasoning mix <br />1 (1-ounce) package ranch salad dressing mix <br />1 medium pkg mild mexican velveta cheese, cubed<br />Crisy Tortilla Strips- recipe follows<br />Sour cream, for garnish <br />Grated sharp cheese, for garnish <br />chopped green onions, for garnish<br /><br /> Directions<br />Brown the ground beef and onions in a large skillet; drain the excess fat, then transfer the browned beef and onions to a large slow cooker or a stockpot. Add the beans, corn, tomatoes, salsa, beef stock,  taco seasoning, velveta cheese and ranch dressing mix, and cook in a slow cooker on low for 6 to 8 hours or simmer over low heat for about 1 hour in a pot on the stove(if cooking soup on stove omit cheese and add at the end of cooking time- stir in until it melts) . To serve, top with sour cream, cheese, green onions and crispy tortilla strips.<br /><br />Tortilla Strips:<br />3-4 large flour tortilla<br />vegetable oil<br />salt<br /><br />Heat a large skillet. Add 1 inch of oil in skillet and heat to 350 degrees. Cut tortillas into 1/2 inch strips. Add strips in skillet and watch them very carefully so they do not burn.  Turn when brown. They only take a minute so watch them carefully.<br />Remove from skillet and drain on a paper towel. Salt immediately. Yummy!<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvtIY3fJDE0jwVc26k0fxwrfiToIEiz_eXnGmPmqqkm5RH_mVdkNFI-wAFl5Pdj-D2Y2LbKqjx8OyzwwKGmRVz2JJbIKbabvh0GcmGiLyXuD7dIN2mbA-3yJ0LZJz9bnF2tw61wAHQL3s/s1600-h/DSC01143.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" ps="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvtIY3fJDE0jwVc26k0fxwrfiToIEiz_eXnGmPmqqkm5RH_mVdkNFI-wAFl5Pdj-D2Y2LbKqjx8OyzwwKGmRVz2JJbIKbabvh0GcmGiLyXuD7dIN2mbA-3yJ0LZJz9bnF2tw61wAHQL3s/s640/DSC01143.JPG" /></a><br /></div><span style="color: red; font-size: x-large;">Bye Ya'll!</span>

Taco Cheese Soup

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Slow Cooker French Onion Soup

<span style="color: #bf9000; font-size: x-large;">Recipe: The Easiest (and best) French Onion Soup</span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYt6jxkRT4bF705T6x0bvhbu613XpCgiSXYlB1EGRIsNyQ1_8R_oMcIGrrjE_Y2v_fhwt99TDb52onQvYxNtd-zQveTiTe33O2Pl4GitwKENS2Mz-_itfEqDk8WKUBrIrN3l729nxO97U/s1600-h/DSC00062.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" sr="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYt6jxkRT4bF705T6x0bvhbu613XpCgiSXYlB1EGRIsNyQ1_8R_oMcIGrrjE_Y2v_fhwt99TDb52onQvYxNtd-zQveTiTe33O2Pl4GitwKENS2Mz-_itfEqDk8WKUBrIrN3l729nxO97U/s640/DSC00062.JPG" /></a><br /></div><br /><span style="color: #b45f06; font-size: x-large;">T</span>his soup is wildly <span style="color: #783f04; font-size: large;">delicious</span>, and TECHNICALLY, a slow cooker recipe.  The onions though are cooked in a large frying pan on the stove so they are <span style="color: #b45f06; font-size: large;">wonderfully</span> browned and soft and all <span style="color: orange; font-size: x-large;">melty-good</span>!  The rest of the soup cooking time is done in the slow cooker and the soup is finished in the oven. <br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjEBAibfvQjDtqzYl0yzZFSvkHIr9ztwNfu2WR-EIomafA-4wjmhwySXIREEFG8kx06X2QzyzgXTvA7mu8Ghe0GlojbuqGZgyTeALik1CJtxRUcF9hPvj-4JNdiCgTgsEt0TnfwnxqCL2g/s1600-h/DSC09993.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" sr="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjEBAibfvQjDtqzYl0yzZFSvkHIr9ztwNfu2WR-EIomafA-4wjmhwySXIREEFG8kx06X2QzyzgXTvA7mu8Ghe0GlojbuqGZgyTeALik1CJtxRUcF9hPvj-4JNdiCgTgsEt0TnfwnxqCL2g/s640/DSC09993.JPG" /></a><br /></div><br /><br /><span style="color: #b45f06; font-size: large;">Recipe:<br /></span><br />8 large yellow onions, Make sure to use YELLOW ONIONS, peeled, sliced in thin half-moons<br />2 TBS olice oil<br />2TBS butter<br />1 1/2 TBS  sugar<br />1 1/2 TBS salt<br />3 cans Campbell's Double Strength Beef Broth<br />32 oz. chicken broth<br />1/2 cup good white wine, dry sherry or Marsala <br />1 dried bay leaf<br />3 sprigs thyme, tied with kitchen twine<br />1tsp pepper<br />1 baguette, cut into 1/2 thick slices<br />1/2 shredded Gruyere cheese for EACH serving<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiaFN2hM7k5RF25cQRUdF1sbXc5j9JqqM8S64QcNPv-sPGJyGhSno6XRjGcRO8VxOkqJMca10fUnyVffnC_VYMV1xgXK2RdJZfB_D94SKrgd_7MH_9_OyQ7HPYZHNnI2kx31HvZDDRaNPs/s1600-h/DSC09919.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" sr="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiaFN2hM7k5RF25cQRUdF1sbXc5j9JqqM8S64QcNPv-sPGJyGhSno6XRjGcRO8VxOkqJMca10fUnyVffnC_VYMV1xgXK2RdJZfB_D94SKrgd_7MH_9_OyQ7HPYZHNnI2kx31HvZDDRaNPs/s640/DSC09919.JPG" /></a><br /></div><br /><br /><span style="color: #b45f06; font-size: x-large;">C</span>ombine oil and butter in a frying pan and put all 8 cups of <span style="color: #b45f06; font-size: large;">onions</span> in pan.  Add sugar and salt and toss to coat.  Cook onions on medium low heat for 40 minutes to 1 hour stirring occasionally. They will cook down to a fracton of their former vollume and most of the liquid will evaporte.  <strong><em>You can do this step ahead, and put in refrigerator until you are ready to make soup.</em></strong><br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGTtFqpeQywPNyVpuHRJ2HBVXAbNt2Z_4sArffb786_9EXxch7sk5KmzMtxr6VhRZVe_zQs1XbPHERLKNfi4CaTxHE6ABTKog2aWbv3GcuUXTIc-I-q41Y6uIGZSIpWso1Iwgybii04oU/s1600-h/DSC09997.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" sr="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGTtFqpeQywPNyVpuHRJ2HBVXAbNt2Z_4sArffb786_9EXxch7sk5KmzMtxr6VhRZVe_zQs1XbPHERLKNfi4CaTxHE6ABTKog2aWbv3GcuUXTIc-I-q41Y6uIGZSIpWso1Iwgybii04oU/s640/DSC09997.JPG" /></a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6sUvOuUVWOD7Ih3TAB0Vr1ZyPtLgHqJAKkfwCDSFfRIp_ZXnJolgavMld6yhRXgIs8snWWmkfnAxI1WeL-LxxJOYwr-SaD8Uqoe66zFUCSMAsEWAR3cWQBNlm15lzXM4J5hll-LKJKj0/s1600-h/DSC00012.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" sr="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6sUvOuUVWOD7Ih3TAB0Vr1ZyPtLgHqJAKkfwCDSFfRIp_ZXnJolgavMld6yhRXgIs8snWWmkfnAxI1WeL-LxxJOYwr-SaD8Uqoe66zFUCSMAsEWAR3cWQBNlm15lzXM4J5hll-LKJKj0/s640/DSC00012.JPG" /></a><br /></div><br /><span style="color: #783f04; font-size: x-large;">A</span>dd onions to slow cooker. Add <span style="color: orange; font-size: x-large;">broth</span>, wine, bay leaf and tyme to slow cooker and cook for 2- 3 hours on high.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGTcq5l2ttmS1KAECYWIKB0AuQ9mCck7v_DVte02FOZcUpogvpThpepRoxSsu8lh7dPDc_6UdAjqVjE30YflLNO0YO5Jcy-ii5S_1TmytgGT_TroFKKACfSHXHa_c13AQMqYQ7SJ2oZrg/s1600-h/DSC00057.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" sr="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGTcq5l2ttmS1KAECYWIKB0AuQ9mCck7v_DVte02FOZcUpogvpThpepRoxSsu8lh7dPDc_6UdAjqVjE30YflLNO0YO5Jcy-ii5S_1TmytgGT_TroFKKACfSHXHa_c13AQMqYQ7SJ2oZrg/s640/DSC00057.JPG" /></a><br /></div><br /><span style="color: #783f04; font-size: x-large;">P</span>reheat oven to 350 degree. Put baguette slices on baking sheet and <span style="color: #b45f06; font-size: x-large;">toast </span>for 15-20 minutes until dry. Increase oven temp. to 400 degrees.<br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOe69pW5aC6scaWzdel8QB7o5Kzj9lGI6jC03QYDqDNggATcD6LBd34vQ4M882-6C72a8SgLH55G443-TYGdEZawS0YZnbCv7xdSkvRdQ6ftvMScJ9TU2lb87BNAvV8tWvZHWSKNKG0qk/s1600-h/DSC00051.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" sr="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOe69pW5aC6scaWzdel8QB7o5Kzj9lGI6jC03QYDqDNggATcD6LBd34vQ4M882-6C72a8SgLH55G443-TYGdEZawS0YZnbCv7xdSkvRdQ6ftvMScJ9TU2lb87BNAvV8tWvZHWSKNKG0qk/s640/DSC00051.JPG" /></a><br /></div><br /><span style="color: #783f04; font-size: x-large;">P</span>ut baguette in soup bowl and ladle soup over <span style="color: #b45f06; font-size: x-large;">baguette</span>. Grate cheese on top of soup.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBc6EUKY_0M8UxI-xUxkhL5a5sLnl3ANxHVXR9tJNJYfHlkuM3gGHhM8zdBOVpRXM5GzoPVATKjQQ2JPKqIlmsBt5Rwp4yamb4G8JDiXxEZmpukQz5QE61Z8CuIrL0RxPTkNNxtjJx354/s1600-h/DSC00060.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" sr="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBc6EUKY_0M8UxI-xUxkhL5a5sLnl3ANxHVXR9tJNJYfHlkuM3gGHhM8zdBOVpRXM5GzoPVATKjQQ2JPKqIlmsBt5Rwp4yamb4G8JDiXxEZmpukQz5QE61Z8CuIrL0RxPTkNNxtjJx354/s640/DSC00060.JPG" /></a><br /></div><br /><br /><span style="background-color: white; color: #783f04; font-size: x-large;">P</span>ut bowl on baking sheet and bake in oven until cheese is <span style="color: #783f04; font-size: x-large;">melted </span>and brown, 10 minutes.<br /><br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhh0fRAsMNJV8EXYaUdI5uwB0xNcFkdqEeFMR-u74eNKqDENs6ODp-u79PKnwITc8gtFQc28HM49YLs5uBTvt1esVktil7HPF5LbvV4KnBkBDVU4_ny8ZwaWJayqW0P0tF_fHMlDYgdYDw/s1600-h/DSC00064.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" sr="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhh0fRAsMNJV8EXYaUdI5uwB0xNcFkdqEeFMR-u74eNKqDENs6ODp-u79PKnwITc8gtFQc28HM49YLs5uBTvt1esVktil7HPF5LbvV4KnBkBDVU4_ny8ZwaWJayqW0P0tF_fHMlDYgdYDw/s640/DSC00064.JPG" /></a><br /></div><br /><br /><span style="color: #783f04; font-size: x-large;">S</span>erve with salad.<br /><br />I am joining Debbie @ <a href="http://diningwithdebbie.blogspot.com/">http://diningwithdebbie.blogspot.com/</a> .There are some fantastic recipies over there. 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Slow Cooker French Onion Soup

Recipe: The Easiest (and best) French Onion Soup T his soup is wildly delicious , and TECHNICALLY, a slow cooker recipe.  The onions though ...

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Slow Cooker Soup

<span style="color: #660000; font-size: x-large;">Yes, Another Ham and Bean Soup- With A Yummy Twist</span><br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi71XRbmSMq9hJ4S8I0QUlh2Bk6Wy5CBF4OvAFTXWnwjA4zeYH0HWHL2Je5AWmdof1_-U9rH5OlHuSzvpg_mLNOCgauIZzKWvqcc2cZt0L8ARNdngLHbzqxuYtTk8gK7IkAy_R1OKvynPc/s1600-h/DSC09707.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi71XRbmSMq9hJ4S8I0QUlh2Bk6Wy5CBF4OvAFTXWnwjA4zeYH0HWHL2Je5AWmdof1_-U9rH5OlHuSzvpg_mLNOCgauIZzKWvqcc2cZt0L8ARNdngLHbzqxuYtTk8gK7IkAy_R1OKvynPc/s640/DSC09707.JPG" vr="true" /></a><br /></div><br /><span style="color: #990000; font-size: x-large;">B</span>efore I get into today's recipe, I must tell you that I <span style="color: #b45f06; font-size: large;">love</span> blogging! My first blog was posted just under 2 months ago. I have had so much fun pouring things I love and think into each post.<br />Today I was looking over comments you have so kindly left (each comment is a <span style="color: #990000; font-size: large;">cherished gift</span>!!!!!) and found my wonderful Son, <span style="color: orange; font-size: large;">Christopher</span> (Tut, nickname- long story) had left 2 encouraging comments.  He is  6 hours away in Seminary and I don't get to see him nearly as often as I like. So reading them was not only a surprise, but an extraordinary gift. (Tears, and sobbing and sniffles) I am <span style="color: #990000; font-size: x-large;">VERY</span> blessed to have a sweet Son and very blessed to be meeting so many <span style="color: #b45f06; font-size: large;">LOVELY</span> people in bloggland! <strong>Thank you! Just wanted you to know.</strong><br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwra6IcUF8vEoLxBChfSerXaX5Cy2jOqJYZj7XiyvnAp15TJ8S4xGqLG_6aSk8O1wgVa_9iQ3qYbu7NPLipEaKcJ-qFwjd_YP-cqvTDl-apin5h8_FvAJ42BKr1ace89CxNPQrRenIWOk/s1600-h/DSC09710.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwra6IcUF8vEoLxBChfSerXaX5Cy2jOqJYZj7XiyvnAp15TJ8S4xGqLG_6aSk8O1wgVa_9iQ3qYbu7NPLipEaKcJ-qFwjd_YP-cqvTDl-apin5h8_FvAJ42BKr1ace89CxNPQrRenIWOk/s640/DSC09710.JPG" vr="true" /></a><br /></div><br /><span style="color: #990000; font-size: x-large;">N</span>ow ... Today's recipe is one that everyone probably has, or should have.  It is a thick, smokey ham and bean soup recipe. Just dump all the ingredients in your slow cooker. turn it on and <span style="color: #cc0000; font-size: large;">voila</span>, 5 hours later you have a hearty and <span style="color: black;">delicious</span> meal.  There is one little<span style="color: #b45f06; font-size: x-large;"> twist</span> to this recipe that puts it over-the-top- <span style="color: orange; font-size: x-large;">LEMON</span>! This soup appears on my Menu of the Week Post, <a href="http://stonegable.blogspot.com/2009/11/sg-menu-for-nov-1-nov-7-2009.html">http://stonegable.blogspot.com/2009/11/sg-menu-for-nov-1-nov-7-2009.html</a>, for Sunday. Check it out.<br />Squeezing in the juice of 1 lemon does something magical. Give it a try!<br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUVeq2hzcsGAFKt-gQ1Df5XcTMz-n3wUR0agA9RaT4Up6GmYMyfVpimMSj0C8aoSvM0eATKVfPE680Z5Bs8BVJEG9rVBQ6Dj3q2-mdaJTCZ2AJm5kGymkvWCIYoW0MJfWM7qB4eN4EU7k/s1600-h/DSC09675.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUVeq2hzcsGAFKt-gQ1Df5XcTMz-n3wUR0agA9RaT4Up6GmYMyfVpimMSj0C8aoSvM0eATKVfPE680Z5Bs8BVJEG9rVBQ6Dj3q2-mdaJTCZ2AJm5kGymkvWCIYoW0MJfWM7qB4eN4EU7k/s640/DSC09675.JPG" vr="true" /></a><br /></div><br /><span style="color: #990000; font-size: x-large;">Slow Cooker Ham and Bean:</span><br />1 pack (1 lb) assorted dried soup beans<br />2 quarts water,<br />2 smoked ham hocks <br />1 large onion, diced<br />1- 16 oz. can tomatoes<br />Juice of 1 lemon, pulp too<br />1 tsp chili powder<br />pepper to taste<br />salt to taste<br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCzKCM51i2iCfywF5kpXHKTdogfd9I0SC_RRg-OSQca99_DPl7pzll5xTrjRl3Os91LiR1o8EiNnTES98hwYT3sBCalnPD-iFcbalGQEWaLEFRXAfrEkl_-EMm82PtmAWYqvodnvK0p10/s1600-h/DSC09685.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCzKCM51i2iCfywF5kpXHKTdogfd9I0SC_RRg-OSQca99_DPl7pzll5xTrjRl3Os91LiR1o8EiNnTES98hwYT3sBCalnPD-iFcbalGQEWaLEFRXAfrEkl_-EMm82PtmAWYqvodnvK0p10/s640/DSC09685.JPG" vr="true" /></a><br /></div><br /><span style="color: #990000; font-size: x-large;">S</span>oak beans in water and 2 TBS salt overnight. Rinse and drain, 2x's<br />Put all ingredients in slow cooker and cook for 5-6 hrs on low. (Can cook on stove for 3 hours)<br />Remove ham hock and shred meat. Put meat in soup.<br />Enjoy.<br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjtkkDQO_bErqFf5MFuGOeFg1vXTXQIZI6abIoQPNuJEsaIyjusUfuoabqASAxkw-QcP1kAwpX41id_xYtXEafSAPIXuSLSxWUfbXY0nXQQmZEo7AarWiHnj1U_rxLHFwj-VWvo0In8Qnw/s1600-h/DSC09696.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjtkkDQO_bErqFf5MFuGOeFg1vXTXQIZI6abIoQPNuJEsaIyjusUfuoabqASAxkw-QcP1kAwpX41id_xYtXEafSAPIXuSLSxWUfbXY0nXQQmZEo7AarWiHnj1U_rxLHFwj-VWvo0In8Qnw/s640/DSC09696.JPG" vr="true" /></a><br /></div><br /><span style="color: #990000; font-size: large;">Options</span>:<br /><ul><li>If you can't find ham hocks, use 4 pork chops, 6 slices of bacon and 1 tsp liquid smoke</li><li>Add 1 cup diced carrots</li></ul><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDSn5K4E6iCHkIuvQyAuOTsy57Yylc9PRAWtymIxTiwmDlZrLVQnQ669OAI7oCXjgIP-Le8zqD1v6C_z_4bUVEWcOZMHRzkbTQlJjdmYmPQ3SCGJqU8Yjcx6dQV9Z4DqVyhzka5m5So5k/s1600-h/DSC09719.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDSn5K4E6iCHkIuvQyAuOTsy57Yylc9PRAWtymIxTiwmDlZrLVQnQ669OAI7oCXjgIP-Le8zqD1v6C_z_4bUVEWcOZMHRzkbTQlJjdmYmPQ3SCGJqU8Yjcx6dQV9Z4DqVyhzka5m5So5k/s640/DSC09719.JPG" vr="true" /></a><br /></div><br /><br /><span style="color: #990000; font-size: large;">Serving Suggestions</span>:<br /><span style="color: #b45f06;">*</span>Corn Bread<br /><span style="color: #b45f06;">*</span>Toasted Cheese open face sandwiches<br /><span style="color: #b45f06;">*</span>Mexican Explosion Salad ( for recipe see weekly menu blog 11-2-09)http://stonegable.blogspot.com/2009/11/sg-menu-for-nov-1-nov-7-2009.html<br /><br />Recipe can be doubled and frozen.<br /><br />I am participating in Foodie Friday @ Designs By Gollum, oh so yummy!!!!! Go see.<br /><br />Thank you to Debbie @ Dining With Debbie, for hosting Crock Pot Wednesday!<br /><a href="http://www.blogger.com/diningwithdebbie.blogspot.com"><img alt="Photobucket" border="0" src="http://i755.photobucket.com/albums/xx199/darnold23/crockpot7-1.jpg" t="crockpot7-1.jpg" target="_blank" /><img /></a><br /><br />http://s755.photobucket.com/albums/xx199/darnold23/?action><br />I am also joining Tasty Tuesday @ Beauty and Bedlam, and Tempt My Tummy Tuesday.<br /><a href="http://blessedwithgrace.blogspot.com/"><img alt="Blessed with Grace" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj74MErPEHD1NgwktDek82dHxbZtdYymihp2LNM2fSdeangGl5g2XLluTgXF-SM08547Em67is0s9DMXtlVIQ07iteldA9Od1IXsZWd-gh__EtX_AeG1levd6Fjt3O7cxL1_hLk7dm6nTfF/s200/tmtt3.jpg" /></a>

Slow Cooker Soup

Yes, Another Ham and Bean Soup- With A Yummy Twist B efore I get into today's recipe, I must tell you that I love blogging! My first bl...

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Slow Cooker Broccoli Cheddar Soup

<div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><span style="color: #274e13; font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: x-large;">Slow Cooker Soup: Broccoli Cheddar Soup:</span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEuCUemZZugpAjM7v-qsmw5aXgRdGH1I4xgaBWyKjKizL4L4WLHhVaFZBwxmZLW-0dYvWwp0YSutJgElQaXYv4azhzyjugyPsHrkUAdtzgnFZyqdlGySvd0ZNNSGinJLUVa0ZQSfbeJ6Y/s1600-h/Broccoli+Cheddar+Colage.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEuCUemZZugpAjM7v-qsmw5aXgRdGH1I4xgaBWyKjKizL4L4WLHhVaFZBwxmZLW-0dYvWwp0YSutJgElQaXYv4azhzyjugyPsHrkUAdtzgnFZyqdlGySvd0ZNNSGinJLUVa0ZQSfbeJ6Y/s640/Broccoli+Cheddar+Colage.png" vr="true" /></a><br /></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJqywKeoxH1iUHCf-jiNuYR1xvRCSb7Y12tM3Qlz4ER2gkukbkVCA5ZEGOcIzi_UZCR6t1DXzxawMT8qIBK-aA1jxvniP9rXZnlYUbbQG-xgWdFc6Pnv683-IPzZ8pmMl2fmtdx1jxjxw/s1600-h/DSC08701.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJqywKeoxH1iUHCf-jiNuYR1xvRCSb7Y12tM3Qlz4ER2gkukbkVCA5ZEGOcIzi_UZCR6t1DXzxawMT8qIBK-aA1jxvniP9rXZnlYUbbQG-xgWdFc6Pnv683-IPzZ8pmMl2fmtdx1jxjxw/s640/DSC08701.JPG" vr="true" /></a><br /></div><br /><span style="color: #274e13; font-size: x-large;">I</span> consider Broccoli Cheddar Soup<span style="color: #38761d; font-size: x-large;"> comfort</span> food gone healthy (sorta). There is always soup in the refrigerator at my house and this soup is a frequent visitor!<br /><br /><span style="color: #274e13; font-size: x-large;">V</span>ery rich and chocked full of good for you veggies. <br /><span style="color: #274e13; font-size: x-large;">T</span>he secret to great slow cooker soup is a little extra <span style="color: #7f6000;">prep </span>work (oh, oops... is that a bad word in crockpotville?). One <strong><em>could</em></strong> throw all the ingredients in the slow cooker and forget it <strong>OR</strong> give the soup a little attention and get soup that tastes like you<span style="color: #38761d; font-size: large;"> fussed</span> all day! Come on, what are you waiting for? Just do it,  it's worth the effort!<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJYb4Y11alnyQhwXNECcfZv7fg4XkwhzuIlY0XpTs7A8UjYeH_TKHdGrxYB2oVs2wNVJJN_2Pt_wkChzWe57AAuq6VhJJvjK1c9LKNuUN8m_jLOzhdA3eG8qYFTP9fyYC3OmDyXmEBgQA/s1600-h/DSC08698.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJYb4Y11alnyQhwXNECcfZv7fg4XkwhzuIlY0XpTs7A8UjYeH_TKHdGrxYB2oVs2wNVJJN_2Pt_wkChzWe57AAuq6VhJJvjK1c9LKNuUN8m_jLOzhdA3eG8qYFTP9fyYC3OmDyXmEBgQA/s640/DSC08698.JPG" vr="true" /></a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #274e13; font-size: x-large;">I</span> made this soup as a birthday gift for my dear friend Donna. (Remember, food = love)Recently widowed and with children who are young adults, she has had a rough and stressful year. So I wanted to do something that would impact her life in a tangible way. <br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #274e13; font-size: x-large;">I</span> n a pretty insulated lunch bag, I tucked a homemade <span style="color: #7f6000; font-size: large;">certificate</span> for membership in <span style="color: #38761d; font-size: x-large;">“The Soup Of The Month Club”</span>.Every month for 1 year, I will make her a large pot of soup. I make enough so she can eat some and freeze a lot more. This month's soup was Broccoli Cheddar.<br /></div><br /><br /><span style="color: #38761d; font-size: x-large;">Recipe:</span><br /><br />6 cups fresh broccoli<br /><br />1 large onion, chopped<br /><br />1 large garlic clove, pressed or finely chopped<br /><br />1 cup shredded carrots<br /><br />4 cups chicken stock<br /><br />¼ cup flour<br /><br />2 cups whole milk ( or half and half, or a combo of both)<br /><br />4 cups very sharp cheddar cheese,  1/2 cup reserved<br /><br />Pancetta, 6-8 thin slices ( can also use bacon)<br /><br /><br /><span style="color: #274e13; font-size: x-large;">W</span>ash and trim broccoli. Do not use tough ends. Rough cut and put in <span style="color: #38761d; font-size: large;">slow cooker</span>. <br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjq5oxrMcxpHXvsZ7m7kvAldMyY0VUZM2C-ltVaPELqfdH5sTbllbKZM7d97hsWiqhGLaQN0OsyCUs3S4hPOKKcgrkUt1cMh63xe1j-9Z0EVCKwzUWulJAdE2SDdcr2HzZXTGeaH1Kmb_g/s1600-h/DSC08651.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjq5oxrMcxpHXvsZ7m7kvAldMyY0VUZM2C-ltVaPELqfdH5sTbllbKZM7d97hsWiqhGLaQN0OsyCUs3S4hPOKKcgrkUt1cMh63xe1j-9Z0EVCKwzUWulJAdE2SDdcr2HzZXTGeaH1Kmb_g/s640/DSC08651.JPG" vr="true" /></a><br /></div><br /><span style="color: #274e13; font-size: x-large;">I</span>n a large frying pan, heat cooking oil and add onions. Cook onions on medium low heat until soft. Add a healthy pinch of salt. Add shredded <span style="color: #7f6000; font-size: x-large;">carrots</span> and continue to cook for 4 minutes. Add garlic and cook 1 additional minute. Add to slow cooker. <br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidscrHf-5TrhsA7T8zvmGljzd6BTAYoIGOcaVNHC0YdLK-E0_90fGTU-pcy8bD0aDnuXHrOXc_sg5MF0xrxhVpn1rlkk9mnVbeQWVq6HwjBRk5AkzSxhJg7r90hH12GrwDnEnioJ19ikg/s1600-h/DSC08648.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidscrHf-5TrhsA7T8zvmGljzd6BTAYoIGOcaVNHC0YdLK-E0_90fGTU-pcy8bD0aDnuXHrOXc_sg5MF0xrxhVpn1rlkk9mnVbeQWVq6HwjBRk5AkzSxhJg7r90hH12GrwDnEnioJ19ikg/s640/DSC08648.JPG" vr="true" /></a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEji2qLomUBPzSF0DoAJ6YTMksllcnhaEi4_0f9slYWb7cFPKiNnWY5Jnagit7Cu0j2PrLLOOoZvPkpAJVlcJhRfeRBNqTVzENWprv2Y62fbXI9gzj2g0H24ml7lioUMSDt2Uww0Aownh5c/s1600-h/DSC08653.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEji2qLomUBPzSF0DoAJ6YTMksllcnhaEi4_0f9slYWb7cFPKiNnWY5Jnagit7Cu0j2PrLLOOoZvPkpAJVlcJhRfeRBNqTVzENWprv2Y62fbXI9gzj2g0H24ml7lioUMSDt2Uww0Aownh5c/s640/DSC08653.JPG" vr="true" /></a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXD87i5N3o2J09uSqMbliE8V8AWvxdwtKvBRzKmCKKNWYTI8Kl_YpLwhno2DgwBH4tglZvvVvzI0IMMKFyrgGvw0VtX1VL1WVWtkQ4ZaO3t7qSQPVlkZY905z2yDkA8iTKyH9jNNlPPkY/s1600-h/DSC08655.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXD87i5N3o2J09uSqMbliE8V8AWvxdwtKvBRzKmCKKNWYTI8Kl_YpLwhno2DgwBH4tglZvvVvzI0IMMKFyrgGvw0VtX1VL1WVWtkQ4ZaO3t7qSQPVlkZY905z2yDkA8iTKyH9jNNlPPkY/s640/DSC08655.JPG" vr="true" /></a><br /></div><br /><span style="color: #274e13; font-size: x-large;">A</span>dd chicken stock, pepper, and only if using low sodium stock, 1/2 tsp salt. Cook on low for 3-4 hours.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgW1Qihc097cPAUHf9Lt6pXrjaFrwnfRrt6keSwDj1ELRnMavJESuESOJ-eRkg4GzcCQO_lwnOpxG6ZB4EV2WoZp8olMFqAs8bSQ5_Xb1I_BPoH94UWTN6gG2P8EdErX-t8dT9ghKaZRY8/s1600-h/DSC08663.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgW1Qihc097cPAUHf9Lt6pXrjaFrwnfRrt6keSwDj1ELRnMavJESuESOJ-eRkg4GzcCQO_lwnOpxG6ZB4EV2WoZp8olMFqAs8bSQ5_Xb1I_BPoH94UWTN6gG2P8EdErX-t8dT9ghKaZRY8/s640/DSC08663.JPG" vr="true" /></a><br /></div><br /><span style="color: #274e13; font-size: x-large;">R</span>emove 2 cups of cooked vegetables (mostly broccoli) and <span style="color: #38761d; font-size: large;">chop</span> into small pieces, reserve. <br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjV_IUeSbMUs9195dBtFdd1hNQUtoBQ3VlYRj_cNjFUhO1oLtACY2P_3EjCCQbBeSoK90Zn02y8dEECbdwP3eEpZnyLZFS-73wZ6I2iJ7YfJJOtFK-Y39A-kHNIVXqyIevmcjG1iqKwA-k/s1600-h/DSC08668.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjV_IUeSbMUs9195dBtFdd1hNQUtoBQ3VlYRj_cNjFUhO1oLtACY2P_3EjCCQbBeSoK90Zn02y8dEECbdwP3eEpZnyLZFS-73wZ6I2iJ7YfJJOtFK-Y39A-kHNIVXqyIevmcjG1iqKwA-k/s640/DSC08668.JPG" vr="true" /></a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><span style="color: #274e13; font-size: x-large;">I</span>n a bowl, mix flour and milk with a whisk. (I use a large jar with a lid and shake) Add to slow cooker. Grate a little nutmeg (1/8 tsp) and add. Cook on<span style="color: #783f04; font-size: x-large;"> high</span> for 30-45 minutes until thickend. Replace lid and keep closed.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEioMRfwoxR0GrRadAJIqxINME_j6UG1eUCjkdS7L3Rf0nr-6o_JEIT4rcZftsY166Z6UxuP8Gr7hKSR-QoxZ-PpBN_47_sPgDoRqfCJ73qH5e9tRfovtZwDTbKM6pmt1rmwriqpvOEssNM/s1600-h/DSC08685.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEioMRfwoxR0GrRadAJIqxINME_j6UG1eUCjkdS7L3Rf0nr-6o_JEIT4rcZftsY166Z6UxuP8Gr7hKSR-QoxZ-PpBN_47_sPgDoRqfCJ73qH5e9tRfovtZwDTbKM6pmt1rmwriqpvOEssNM/s640/DSC08685.JPG" vr="true" /></a><br /></div><br /><span style="color: #274e13; font-size: x-large;">A</span>dd <span style="color: #783f04; font-size: x-large;"><span style="color: #38761d; font-size: large;">cheddar</span> </span>cheese and continue to cook until melted. Replace lid and keep closed.<br /><br /><span style="color: #274e13; font-size: x-large;">U</span>sing emulsifying blender, blend soup until smooth. You can also use a standard blender and blend in batches. This will make the soup thicker and creamy. Add reserved chopped <span style="color: #38761d; font-size: x-large;">broccoli </span>and stir.<br /><br /><span style="color: #274e13; font-size: x-large;">S</span>hred <span style="color: #783f04; font-size: large;">pancetta</span> and cook in a frying pan until crisp. <br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQ7KKVKlxLWkNX7arMd3hfZa88nsfHLy9JY18YxfBc6TkYBDE7Bq82pXdxJn_UBWJW-HY8PoHD2ZLLWyjEiOy7eQf0WTX8EwvC2SgfyPEgtGmC_pHHPlqATzKtxZI-AfcR1oP-cgWQE2U/s1600-h/DSC08672.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQ7KKVKlxLWkNX7arMd3hfZa88nsfHLy9JY18YxfBc6TkYBDE7Bq82pXdxJn_UBWJW-HY8PoHD2ZLLWyjEiOy7eQf0WTX8EwvC2SgfyPEgtGmC_pHHPlqATzKtxZI-AfcR1oP-cgWQE2U/s640/DSC08672.JPG" vr="true" /></a><br /></div><br /><span style="color: #274e13; font-size: x-large;">To Serve:</span><br /><br /><span style="color: #274e13; font-size: x-large;">L</span>adle soup into bowls and top with additional cheddar cheese and pancetta. Serve with <span style="color: #38761d; font-size: x-large;">garlic</span> bread or any crusty bread. <br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaoht3FVtJcTH09BUd4HrO-xqHuqwVUmNw4X0quLQMkqKQLYpIWhafziWOGB1VUqSZz1J3iWuCyNNy489Huaw63AC-5mjv7KSF8J0YFfRtG798vOQNqDn5QrC6C4MCemRVmkL5yXLZkyQ/s1600-h/DSC08699.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaoht3FVtJcTH09BUd4HrO-xqHuqwVUmNw4X0quLQMkqKQLYpIWhafziWOGB1VUqSZz1J3iWuCyNNy489Huaw63AC-5mjv7KSF8J0YFfRtG798vOQNqDn5QrC6C4MCemRVmkL5yXLZkyQ/s640/DSC08699.JPG" vr="true" /></a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjb-K0V73TAWCssbN-20CQyGidcJRN4_D-JDkbLlZTM5hQxm6yS_CipWnYYNSSIFdpPBNzn3etnnkRGExozdyKaw8-sRQ2_YN8mY-MDWQ0M8XMYB20-byOPV0dn1PGeB3Ye2vxzZzz5jMU/s1600-h/DSC08693.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjb-K0V73TAWCssbN-20CQyGidcJRN4_D-JDkbLlZTM5hQxm6yS_CipWnYYNSSIFdpPBNzn3etnnkRGExozdyKaw8-sRQ2_YN8mY-MDWQ0M8XMYB20-byOPV0dn1PGeB3Ye2vxzZzz5jMU/s640/DSC08693.JPG" vr="true" /></a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfe5XaxMhyphenhyphenkTCL_ZQPuTj0Zxgw1S24wOBi_R4M-7vA6gBRHa7_jjVM2LlGY3l-tcQJKm-vHC4LPbyQVTdddpN4qgV3OHPwRasoUOpaM4miNlVjeskDGcaz6LR1Z7NR0oH2mjR6AMSeCiY/s1600-h/DSC08698.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfe5XaxMhyphenhyphenkTCL_ZQPuTj0Zxgw1S24wOBi_R4M-7vA6gBRHa7_jjVM2LlGY3l-tcQJKm-vHC4LPbyQVTdddpN4qgV3OHPwRasoUOpaM4miNlVjeskDGcaz6LR1Z7NR0oH2mjR6AMSeCiY/s640/DSC08698.JPG" vr="true" /></a><br /></div><br /><span style="color: #274e13; font-size: x-large;">Options: </span><br /><br /><span style="color: #274e13; font-size: x-large;">*</span>Add cooked diced chicken when adding cheese.<br /><span style="color: #274e13; font-size: x-large;">* </span>Add sweet or spicy cooked italian sausage.<br /><span style="color: #274e13; font-size: x-large;">*</span> Add hot cooked rice to the bowl just before spooning in the soup.<br /><span style="color: #274e13; font-size: x-large;">*</span>Top with <span style="color: #783f04; font-size: large;">croutons</span> instead of pancetta.<br /><br /><span style="color: #274e13; font-size: x-large;">D</span>onna was so happy when I gave her this soup. I’m not sure what she likes more, the soup or being surprised by what <span style="color: #38761d; font-size: large;">kind </span>of soup I'll make for her! <br /><br /><span style="color: #274e13; font-size: x-large;">S</span>o far I have made Roasted Corn Chowder, French Onion and now Broccoli Cheddar. November’s soup will be <span style="color: #783f04; font-size: x-large;">Pumpkin</span> Squash and Carrot….but…..shhhhhh don’t tell her- it’s a <span style="color: #274e13; font-size: large;">SURPRISE</span>! <br /><br /><br />I am joining Debbie @ Dining with Debbie for Crock Pot Wednesday... the recipes look great!<br /><a href="http://www.blogger.com/diningwithdebbie.blogspot.com"><img alt="Photobucket" border="0" src="http://i755.photobucket.com/albums/xx199/darnold23/crockpot7-1.jpg" t="crockpot7-1.jpg" target="_blank" /><img /></a><br /><br /><a href="http://s755.photobucket.com/albums/xx199/darnold23/?action&gt">http://s755.photobucket.com/albums/xx199/darnold23/?action&gt</a>;<br /><br />I am participating in Foodie Friday over at Designs By Gollum- Don't miss all the wonderful recipies and people!<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>

Slow Cooker Broccoli Cheddar Soup

Slow Cooker Soup: Broccoli Cheddar Soup: I consider Broccoli Cheddar Soup comfort food gone healthy (sorta). There is always soup in the ...

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