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Alabama Chicken Stew

Kim Wehby — Tue, 04 Mar 2025 06:53:24 +0000

Ingredients

STOCK:
1 (4 pounds) whole chicken, neck and gizzards removed
1 medium sweet onion, quartered
2 large carrots, cut into chunks
2 celery ribs, cut into chunks
3 garlic cloves, unpeeled, crushed
8 cups cold water
STEW:
3 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-in. chunks
1 medium sweet onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
1 bag (10 ounces) frozen corn (about 1-3/4 cups)
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon pepper
Hot pepper sauce, for serving

Directions

To make stock, place whole chicken, onion, carrot, celery, and garlic in a 6- or 8-qt. electric pressure cooker. Add water to cover, ensuring not to fill past the fill line on the cooker insert (about three-quarters full). Set toggle to sealed; select manual high pressure. Set cook time to 45 minutes. Once cook time finishes, let pressure release naturally for 10 minutes; quick-release remaining pressure.
To make the stew, strain stock into a large stockpot. Transfer chicken to a cutting board; discard remaining strained solids (if desired, remove the fat from the top of the stock using a fat separator; discard). Set aside to cool.
Add potatoes, onion, and garlic to the stockpot; bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium; simmer, uncovered, 20-25 minutes.
Once chicken is cool enough to handle, remove meat from the carcass, breaking it into large chunks; discard skin and bones.
Add chicken meat, crushed tomatoes, corn, Worcestershire, salt, and pepper to the stockpot. Return to a simmer over high heat. Reduce heat to medium; simmer, stirring vigorously every 5 minutes or so, until the mixture reduces slightly and chicken chunks become a shredded texture, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving: 399 calories, 13g fat (4g saturated fat), 72mg cholesterol, 722mg sodium, 44g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 5g fiber), 28g protein.

Parsnip Soup

Fred Decker — Thu, 06 Feb 2025 20:21:17 +0000

Ingredients

1 large onion, chopped
1 large carrot, chopped
1 tablespoon butter
1 pound parsnips, peeled and chopped
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 teaspoon curry powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup fat-free milk

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Directions

In a large saucepan, saute onion and carrot in butter until onion is tender. Add parsnips; cook 2 minutes longer. Stir in broth and seasonings. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 12-15 minutes or until parsnips are tender.
Cool slightly. In a blender, process soup in batches until smooth. Return all to the pan; stir in milk and heat through.

Nutrition Facts

1 cup: 113 calories, 2g fat (1g saturated fat), 6mg cholesterol, 513mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 5g fiber), 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1/2 fat.

Tomato Beef Barley Soup

Taste Recipes Editorial Team — Fri, 17 Jan 2025 20:36:53 +0000

Ingredients

1 pound ground beef
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1/2 medium head cabbage, coarsely shredded (about 5 cups)
1 large carrot, chopped
1-1/4 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 carton (32 ounces) beef broth
2 cans (8 ounces each) roasted garlic tomato sauce
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
2 cups fresh or frozen corn (about 10 ounces), thawed
1/2 cup medium pearl barley

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Directions

In a large skillet, cook and crumble beef with onion over medium-high heat until no longer pink, 5-7 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer beef mixture to a 5-qt. slow cooker.
Stir in cabbage, carrot, salt, pepper, broth, tomato sauce and tomatoes. Cook, covered, on low 6 hours.
Stir in corn and barley; turn up to high and cook until barley is tender, about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts

1-1/3 cups: 239 calories, 8g fat (3g saturated fat), 35mg cholesterol, 1372mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 6g fiber), 16g protein.

Quick and Healthy Turkey Veggie Soup

Taste Recipes Editorial Team — Fri, 17 Jan 2025 20:35:59 +0000

Ingredients

2 tablespoons butter
1 medium onion, chopped
1 celery rib, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
5 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
3 medium carrots, julienned
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 pound zucchini or yellow summer squash, julienned (about 6 cups)
3 medium tomatoes, chopped
1 can (15-1/2 ounces) hominy, rinsed and drained
2-1/2 cups frozen lima beans (about 12 ounces), thawed
2 cups cubed cooked turkey
1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh basil or 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
Shredded Parmesan cheese

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Directions

In a Dutch oven, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add onion, celery and garlic; cook and stir until tender, 5-8 minutes. Add broth, carrots and pepper. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered, 5 minutes. Add zucchini, tomatoes, hominy, lima beans and turkey. Cook until zucchini is tender, 5-8 minutes. Top with basil; serve with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts

1-1/3 cups: 187 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat), 38mg cholesterol, 614mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 5g fiber), 16g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 lean meat, 1-1/2 starch, 1/2 fat.

Chicken Matzo Ball Soup

Taste Recipes Editorial Team — Fri, 17 Jan 2025 20:35:02 +0000

Ingredients

1 broiler/fryer chicken (3 to 4 pounds)
1 pound chicken wings
6 quarts water
3 large carrots, chopped
2 medium parsnips, peeled and chopped
1 medium turnip, peeled and chopped
1 large onion, chopped
1 bunch fresh dill sprigs
1 bunch fresh parsley sprigs
1-1/2 teaspoons whole peppercorns
3 teaspoons salt
MATZO BALLS:
1 package (5 ounces) matzo ball mix
4 large eggs
1/4 cup safflower oil
1/4 cup rendered chicken fat
2 tablespoons snipped fresh dill
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
10 cups water

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Directions

Place chicken and wings in a stockpot; add water, carrots, parsnips, turnip, onion, herbs and seasonings. Slowly bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 1-2 hours.
Remove chicken and wings and cool. Strain broth through a cheesecloth-lined colander; reserve vegetables. Skim off fat. Remove meat from bones and cut into bite-sized pieces; discard bones. Return broth, vegetables and meat to pot. If using immediately, skim off fat. Or cool broth, then refrigerate 8 hours or overnight; remove fat from surface before using. (Broth may be refrigerated up to 3 days or frozen 4-6 months.)
Meanwhile, in a large bowl, beat matzo ball mix, eggs, oil, chicken fat, dill and parsley until combined. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
In another stockpot, bring water to a boil. Drop rounded tablespoons of matzo ball dough into boiling water. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until a toothpick inserted into a matzo ball comes out clean (do not lift cover while simmering), 20-25 minutes.
Carefully remove matzo balls from water with a slotted spoon; place 1 matzo ball in each soup bowl. Add soup.

Nutrition Facts

1 cup: 167 calories, 10g fat (2g saturated fat), 60mg cholesterol, 523mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 11g protein.

Italian Beef Vegetable Soup

Taste Recipes Editorial Team — Fri, 17 Jan 2025 20:34:10 +0000

Ingredients

1/2 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1/4 cup chopped onion
2 cups chopped cabbage
2 medium carrots, chopped
1 cup fresh Brussels sprouts, quartered
1 cup chopped fresh kale
1 celery rib, chopped
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 cups beef stock
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) Italian diced tomatoes, undrained

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Directions

In a large skillet, cook beef with onion over medium-high heat until browned, 4-5 minutes, breaking the meat into crumbles. Transfer to a 3- or 4-qt. slow cooker. Stir in remaining ingredients.
Cook, covered, on low 5-6 hours or until carrots are tender.

Test Kitchen tips

Our tasting panel thought the flavor was almost like an Italian cabbage roll.

Turn this into a main dish by adding more ground beef.

Nutrition Facts

1 cup: 127 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 24mg cholesterol, 617mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 3g fiber), 11g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1 lean meat.

Steakhouse Soup

Taste Recipes Editorial Team — Fri, 17 Jan 2025 20:34:08 +0000

Ingredients

1 cup steak sauce, divided
1 carton (32 ounces) beef broth
1-1/2 pounds red potatoes, cubed
1-1/2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 package (16 ounces) frozen vegetables of your choice, thawed
2 cups water
1 medium onion, chopped
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley or 2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

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Directions

Combine 2/3 cup steak sauce and remaining ingredients in a 5- or 6-qt. slow cooker. Cook, covered, on low 8-10 hours or until steak and potatoes are tender. Before serving, stir in remaining 1/3 cup steak sauce if desired.

Steak Soup Tips

What other meat can you use for steak soup?

One of best things about slow cooker beef recipes is that cooking meat slowly over a long period of time makes it really tender. That means you can use tougher, more economical cuts like beef stew meat, chuck roast and round steak. Save more tender (and expensive!) cuts like sirloin for quicker cooking methods like grilling or broiling. We have plenty of delicious steak recipes for you if you have a tender cut of beef you'd like to cook.

What else can you put in steak soup?

Soup recipes are usually very versatile and steak soup is no exception. Instead of red potatoes, you could use Yukon gold. Including a frozen vegetable mix makes this soup really easy to make, but you could also use a combination of fresh root vegetables like carrots, turnips, rutabagas or parsnips.

Can you make steakhouse soup ahead of time?

Steakhouse soup can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for 2 to 3 days. It could be frozen, but potatoes tend to break down after freezing and reheating, so the texture won't be as good as fresh.

—Peggy Woodward, Taste Recipes Senior Food Editor

Nutrition Facts

1-1/2 cups: 198 calories, 5g fat (2g saturated fat), 42mg cholesterol, 874mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 3g fiber), 16g protein.

Beef Taco Chili

Taste Recipes Editorial Team — Fri, 17 Jan 2025 20:33:24 +0000

Ingredients

1 pound ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
2-1/2 cups water
2 cans (15 ounces each) pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
2 cans (8 ounces each) tomato sauce
2-1/2 teaspoons beef bouillon granules
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 envelope taco seasoning
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 teaspoons dried oregano
2 teaspoons baking cocoa
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon Louisiana-style hot sauce
1/2 teaspoon pepper
Optional toppings: Sour cream, tortilla strips and sliced jalapenos

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Directions

Cook beef and onion in a large skillet over medium heat until meat is no longer pink, 5-7 minutes, breaking beef into crumbles; drain. Transfer to a 4-qt. slow cooker. Stir in the next 13 ingredients.
Cover and cook on low for 7-9 hours or until heated through. Serve with toppings as desired.

Nutrition Facts

1-1/2 cups: 337 calories, 11g fat (3g saturated fat), 47mg cholesterol, 1657mg sodium, 39g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 10g fiber), 23g protein.

Rich Seafood Chowder

Taste Recipes Editorial Team — Fri, 17 Jan 2025 20:31:52 +0000

Ingredients

2 tablespoons butter
1 small onion, chopped
1 celery rib, chopped
1 medium carrot, shredded
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 cup 2% milk
3 cups seafood stock
1 medium potato, peeled and diced
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 pound uncooked shrimp (41-50 per pound), peeled and deveined
2 cans (6-1/2 ounces each) chopped clams, drained
2 cans (6 ounces each) lump crabmeat, drained
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, cubed
Minced fresh parsley

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Directions

In a Dutch oven, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add onion, celery and carrot; cook and stir until crisp-tender, 2-3 minutes. Stir in flour until blended; gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes.
Add stock, potato, Worcestershire, salt and pepper; return to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until potato is tender, 10-15 minutes.
Add the shrimp, clams, crab and cream cheese; cook and stir until shrimp turn pink and and cheese is melted, 4-5 minutes. Garnish with parsley.

Test Kitchen tips

Mix and match your favorite seafood in this chowder.

Nutrition Facts

1 cup: 272 calories, 15g fat (8g saturated fat), 164mg cholesterol, 1076mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 24g protein.

Easy Tortellini Spinach Soup

Taste Recipes Editorial Team — Fri, 17 Jan 2025 20:28:55 +0000

Ingredients

16 frozen fully cooked Italian meatballs (about 1 pound)
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) fire-roasted diced tomatoes, undrained
1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cartons (32 ounces each) chicken stock
2 cups frozen cheese tortellini (about 8 ounces)
3 ounces fresh baby spinach (about 4 cups)
Shredded Parmesan cheese, optional

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Directions

Place the first 5 ingredients in a 6-qt. stockpot; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 10 minutes.
Return to a boil. Add tortellini; cook, uncovered, until meatballs are heated through and tortellini are tender, 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in spinach until wilted. Serve immediately. If desired, top with cheese.

Test Kitchen tips

Fully cooked Italian sausage, cut into half-moon slices, can be substituted for meatballs.

You can use frozen Italian turkey meatballs, but we haven’t found one that we love. We prefer the real deal.

One 9-oz. package refrigerated cheese tortellini may be substituted for 2 cups frozen tortellini.

Plan on serving the soup soon after adding the tortellini and spinach for the best texture.

Nutrition Facts

1-1/2 cups: 177 calories, 8g fat (4g saturated fat), 18mg cholesterol, 949mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 12g protein.

Turkey Ginger Noodle Soup

Taste Recipes Editorial Team — Fri, 17 Jan 2025 20:28:52 +0000

Ingredients

2 medium carrots, sliced
2 cans (8 ounces each) sliced water chestnuts, drained
3 to 4 tablespoons minced fresh gingerroot
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
2 teaspoons chili powder
4 cups chicken stock
1 can (11.8 ounces) coconut water
3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 pounds boneless skinless turkey breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 teaspoons pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 cup frozen corn (about 5 ounces), thawed
1 cup frozen peas (about 4 ounces), thawed
8 ounces rice noodles or thin spaghetti

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Directions

Place the first 8 ingredients in a 4- or 5-qt. slow cooker.
Toss turkey with pepper and salt. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat; brown turkey in batches. Add to slow cooker.
Cook, covered, on low 4-5 hours, until carrots are tender. Stir in corn and peas; heat through.
Cook noodles according to package directions; drain. Add to soup just before serving.

Test Kitchen Tips

Switch up your veggies by using whatever you have on hand in place of the corn and peas. However, the more you add the less stock remains at the end so if you wish it loaded with vegetable add more stock or less noodles.

This soup is equally as good prepared with chicken instead of turkey.

If you know you're not going to eat this soup in one sitting, it's best to cook the noodles in a separate pan and store them separately. Otherwise, they'll soak up all the liquid and pretty much fall apart.

Health Tip: Research supports the idea that chicken noodle soup can help you feel better faster. This turkey soup can do the same and more because ginger can help soothe an upset stomach as well.

Nutrition Facts

1-1/2 cups: 351 calories, 6g fat (1g saturated fat), 65mg cholesterol, 672mg sodium, 41g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 4g fiber), 33g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 starch, 3 lean meat.

Spicy Thai Coconut Chicken Soup

Taste Recipes Editorial Team — Fri, 17 Jan 2025 20:28:33 +0000

Ingredients

1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 3/4-inch cubes
3 tablespoons cornstarch
3 tablespoons peanut or canola oil, divided
1 large onion, chopped
1 small jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons red curry powder
1 teaspoon ground ginger
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 teaspoon Sriracha chili sauce
1 can (13.66 ounces) light coconut milk
1 carton (32 ounces) chicken broth
2 cups thinly sliced Chinese or napa cabbage
1 cup thinly sliced fresh snow peas
Thinly sliced green onions
Lime wedges

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Directions

Toss chicken with cornstarch. In a 6-qt. stockpot, heat 2 tablespoons oil over medium-high heat; saute chicken until lightly browned, 2-3 minutes. Remove from pot.
In same pan, saute onion, jalapeno and garlic in remaining oil over medium-high heat until onion is tender, 3-4 minutes. Stir in seasonings, chili sauce, coconut milk and broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 20 minutes.
Stir in cabbage, snow peas and chicken; cook, uncovered, just until cabbage is crisp-tender and chicken is cooked through, 3-4 minutes. Serve with green onions and lime wedges.

Test Kitchen tips

Regular cabbage may be substituted for Chinese cabbage; cook it a bit longer to make sure it's tender.

Julienned sugar snap peas can be used in place of snow peas.

Slicing vegetables on the diagonal will give Asian dishes a more authentic look.

Adding lime juice too early will turn the snow peas and cabbage an unattractive olive green color. Instead, serve with lime wedges so the acid doesn’t have time to change the color of the vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

1-1/3 cups: 244 calories, 14g fat (5g saturated fat), 45mg cholesterol, 1017mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 17g protein.

Lentil, Bacon and Bean Soup

Taste Recipes Editorial Team — Fri, 17 Jan 2025 20:28:04 +0000

Ingredients

4 bacon strips, chopped
6 medium carrots, chopped
2 small onions, diced
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme
1/2 teaspoon pepper
5 cups chicken stock
1 cup dry white wine or additional chicken stock
2 cans (15 to 16 ounces each) butter beans, rinsed and drained
2 cans (15 ounces each) lentils, rinsed and drained
Fresh thyme sprigs, optional

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Directions

In a Dutch oven, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally. Remove with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels. Cook and stir carrots and onions in bacon drippings until crisp-tender, 3-4 minutes. Add tomato paste, garlic, thyme and pepper; cook 1 minute longer.
Add stock and wine; increase heat to medium-high. Cook 2 minutes, stirring to loosen browned bits from pan. Stir in butter beans, lentils and bacon. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 5 minutes. Uncover; continue simmering until vegetables are tender, 15-20 minutes. Garnish with thyme sprigs if desired.

Test Kitchen tips

Top with a dollop of sour cream for a cool flavor contrast.

Use shredded chicken or turkey as a leaner alternative to bacon.

Butter bean or lima bean, it's pretty much the same thing—although butter bean sounds a little more appealing to us.

Nutrition Facts

1 cup: 271 calories, 6g fat (2g saturated fat), 9mg cholesterol, 672mg sodium, 41g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 13g fiber), 18g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 starch, 1 medium-fat meat.

Italian Sausage and Zucchini Soup

Taste Recipes Editorial Team — Fri, 17 Jan 2025 20:24:50 +0000

Ingredients

1/2 pound bulk Italian sausage
1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
3 cups beef broth
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 tablespoon minced fresh basil or 1 teaspoon dried basil
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley or 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
1 medium zucchini, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1/2 cup uncooked orzo pasta

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Directions

In a large saucepan, cook sausage, onion and pepper over medium heat until sausage is no longer pink and vegetables are tender, 4-6 minutes, breaking sausage into crumbles; drain.
Add broth, tomatoes, basil and parsley; bring to a boil. Stir in zucchini and orzo; return to a boil. Cook, covered, until zucchini and orzo are tender, 10-12 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

1-1/4 cups: 191 calories, 9g fat (3g saturated fat), 20mg cholesterol, 789mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 9g protein.

Spicy Veggie & Lentil Soup

Taste Recipes Editorial Team — Fri, 17 Jan 2025 20:22:42 +0000

Ingredients

2 cups halved fresh green beans
2 cups fresh cauliflowerets
1 cup dried lentils, rinsed and drained
1 cup fresh baby carrots, halved diagonally
1 medium onion, chopped
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
4 cups beef or vegetable stock
2 bay leaves
2 teaspoons smoked paprika
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes with spicy red pepper, undrained

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Directions

In a 4-qt. slow cooker, combine the first 12 ingredients. Cook, covered, on low until vegetables and lentils are tender, 6-8 hours.
Discard bay leaves. Stir in salt and diced tomatoes; cook, covered, 30 minutes longer.

Nutrition Facts

1 cup: 146 calories, 1g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 693mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 5g fiber), 10g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 starch, 1 lean meat.

Bacon Cheeseburger Soup

Taste Recipes Editorial Team — Fri, 17 Jan 2025 20:22:11 +0000

Ingredients

1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 large onion, chopped
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2-1/2 cups chicken broth
1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk
1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
8 slices American cheese, chopped
1-1/2 cups shredded lettuce
2 medium tomatoes, chopped
6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

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Directions

In a large skillet, cook beef with onion over medium-high heat until no longer pink, 6-8 minutes, breaking beef into crumbles; drain. Stir in flour and pepper; transfer to a 5-qt. slow cooker.
Stir in broth and milk. Cook, covered, on low for 4-5 hours or until flavors are blended. Stir in cheeses until melted. Top servings with remaining ingredients.

Bacon Cheeseburger Soup Tips

Can you use ground turkey or chicken instead of beef when making bacon cheeseburger soup?

Just like with slow-cooker sloppy joes and other dishes, ground turkey or chicken can be used in this cheeseburger soup. Both provide just as much flavor but with less fat. We have a lot of great ground turkey recipes if you're looking for a healthier alternative to beef.

Can you make bacon cheeseburger soup on the stovetop?

Absolutely! Just keep an eye on your soup and stir regularly as it does contain milk and cheese. Similar to other creamy soup recipes, if you don’t stir occasionally, you may run the risk of the dairy scorching the bottom of your saucepan.

What other toppings can you put on bacon cheeseburger soup?

The beauty of this soup is you can add whatever burger toppings you normally love, and it’s sure to be a hit. Similar to replacing ground beef with turkey, for a healthier option, you can use turkey bacon for an equally delicious garnish.

—Ellie Crowley, Taste Recipes Culinary Assistant

Nutrition Facts

1 cup: 557 calories, 32g fat (17g saturated fat), 135mg cholesterol, 1160mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 1g fiber), 42g protein.

Weeknight Taco Soup

Taste Recipes Editorial Team — Fri, 17 Jan 2025 20:21:18 +0000

Ingredients

1 tablespoon canola oil
1 large onion, chopped
1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
3 cups vegetable broth
1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1-1/2 cups frozen corn
1 envelope taco seasoning
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 package (8.8 ounces) ready-to-serve long grain rice
1 cup sour cream
Optional toppings: Shredded cheddar cheese, crushed tortilla chips and additional sour cream

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Directions

In a Dutch oven, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion and peppers; cook and stir until crisp-tender, 3-5 minutes.
Add tomatoes, broth, beans, corn, taco seasoning, salt and pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until vegetables are tender, 10-15 minutes. Reduce heat. Stir in rice and sour cream; heat through. Serve with toppings as desired.

Nutrition Facts

1-3/4 cups: 333 calories, 12g fat (5g saturated fat), 9mg cholesterol, 1288mg sodium, 49g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 7g fiber), 9g protein.

Shrimp & Cod Stew in Tomato-Saffron Broth

Taste Recipes Editorial Team — Fri, 17 Jan 2025 20:21:04 +0000

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon minced fresh or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon saffron threads or 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
2 bay leaves
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) no-salt-added diced tomatoes
1 pound cod fillet, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 pound uncooked large shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 cups water
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) vegetable broth
1 cup whole kernel corn
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 package (6 ounces) fresh baby spinach
Lemon wedges, optional

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Directions

In a 6-qt. stockpot, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir until tender. Add garlic, thyme, saffron and bay leaves. Cook and stir 1 minute longer. Add tomatoes, fish, shrimp, water, broth, corn and pepper.
Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 8-10 minutes or until shrimp turn pink and fish flakes easily with a fork. Add spinach during the last 2-3 minutes of cooking. Discard bay leaves. If desired, serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts

1-1/2 cups: 250 calories, 6g fat (1g saturated fat), 121mg cholesterol, 1005mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 3g fiber), 27g protein.

Hearty Sausage Minestrone

Taste Recipes Editorial Team — Fri, 17 Jan 2025 20:20:18 +0000

Ingredients

1 pound bulk Italian sausage
1 medium onion, chopped
2 celery ribs, chopped
2 medium carrots, chopped
3 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes with basil, oregano and garlic, undrained
2 cans (16 ounces each) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken broth
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup ditalini or other small pasta

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Directions

In a Dutch oven, cook sausage, onion, celery and carrots over medium heat 8-10 minutes or until sausage is no longer pink and onion is tender, breaking sausage into crumbles; drain.
Stir in tomatoes, beans, broth, garlic powder and pepper; bring to a boil. Add pasta; cook, covered, 6-8 minutes or until pasta is tender.

Nutrition Facts

1-3/4 cups: 372 calories, 13g fat (4g saturated fat), 33mg cholesterol, 1481mg sodium, 44g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 9g fiber), 18g protein.

Garden Minestrone

Taste Recipes Editorial Team — Fri, 17 Jan 2025 20:16:48 +0000

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
7 medium carrots, chopped
7 celery ribs, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
3 medium zucchini, chopped
2 yellow summer squash (about 3 cups), chopped
2 bay leaves
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon dried sage leaves
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional
3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
2 cans (15-1/2 ounces each) great northern beans, rinsed and drained, divided
1 can (15 ounces) crushed tomatoes
2 cartons (32 ounces each) reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 cup uncooked ditalini or other small pasta
12 cups chopped fresh spinach (12 ounces)

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Directions

In a 6-quart stockpot, heat oil over medium heat. Add carrots, celery and onion; cook until tender, 6-8 minutes. Add zucchini, yellow squash and seasonings; cook and stir until squash is crisp-tender, 4-6 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer.
Mash 1/2 cup beans with a fork. Stir mashed beans and tomatoes into vegetables. Add broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 10-12 minutes.
Stir in pasta and remaining beans; return to a boil. Cook, uncovered, 7-9 minutes or just until pasta is tender. Discard bay leaves. Stir in spinach; cook until spinach is wilted.

Nutrition Facts

1-1/2 cups: 209 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 929mg sodium, 35g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 9g fiber), 12g protein.

Sausage and Kale Soup

Taste Recipes Editorial Team — Fri, 17 Jan 2025 20:15:34 +0000

Ingredients

1 pound smoked kielbasa or Polish sausage, cut into 1/4-inch slices
3 medium Yukon Gold or red potatoes, chopped
2 medium onions, chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 bunch kale, trimmed and torn
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 bay leaves
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1 carton (32 ounces) chicken broth

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Directions

In a Dutch oven over medium-low heat, cook the sausage, potatoes and onions in oil for 5 minutes or until sausage is heated through, stirring occasionally. Add kale; cover and cook for 2-3 minutes or until kale is wilted. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer.
Add the remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 9-12 minutes or until potatoes are tender. Discard bay leaves.

Nutrition Facts

1 cup: 187 calories, 11g fat (3g saturated fat), 22mg cholesterol, 706mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 3g fiber), 7g protein.

Spring Pea Soup

Taste Recipes Editorial Team — Fri, 17 Jan 2025 20:14:20 +0000

Ingredients

2 cups cubed peeled potatoes
2 tablespoons butter
6 cups chicken broth
2 cups fresh or frozen peas, thawed
2 tablespoons minced chives
Microgreens, optional

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Directions

In a large saucepan, saute potatoes in butter until lightly browned. Stir in broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until potatoes are tender, 10-15 minutes. Add peas; cook until peas are tender, 5-8 minutes. Cool slightly.
In a blender, process soup in batches until smooth. Return all to the pan; heat through. Sprinkle with chives and, if desired, microgreens.

Nutrition Facts

1 cup: 133 calories, 5g fat (2g saturated fat), 15mg cholesterol, 1012mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 3g fiber), 5g protein.

Beef Barley Soup for 2

Taste Recipes Editorial Team — Fri, 17 Jan 2025 20:13:45 +0000

Ingredients

2 tablespoons each chopped carrot, celery and onion
1 teaspoon butter
1 cup water
1 cup reduced-sodium beef broth
1/2 cup cubed cooked roast beef
1/2 cup canned diced tomatoes
1/4 cup quick-cooking barley
2 tablespoons frozen peas
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon pepper

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Directions

In a small saucepan, saute the carrot, celery and onion in butter until tender. Add the remaining ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until barley is tender, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts

1-1/2 cups: 206 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat), 40mg cholesterol, 650mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 6g fiber), 18g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 lean meat, 1-1/2 starch, 1/2 fat.

Bacon-Beef Barley Soup

Taste Recipes Editorial Team — Fri, 17 Jan 2025 20:12:57 +0000

Ingredients

4 bacon strips, chopped
1-1/2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 medium onion, chopped
4 medium red potatoes, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1-1/2 cups fresh baby carrots, cut in half lengthwise
1 cup frozen corn
1/4 cup medium pearl barley
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) beef broth
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes with basil, oregano and garlic, undrained
1 jar (12 ounces) home-style beef gravy
1/2 teaspoon pepper
Mashed potatoes, optional

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Directions

In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels to drain. In the drippings, cook beef and onion until meat is browned, breaking it into crumbles; drain.
In a 5-qt. slow cooker, layer the potatoes, carrots, corn and barley. Top with beef mixture and bacon. Combine the broth, tomatoes, gravy and pepper; pour over top (do not stir).
Cover and cook on low for 7-9 hours or until meat and vegetables are tender. Stir before serving. Serve over mashed potatoes if desired.

Nutrition Facts

1-1/4 cups: 319 calories, 10g fat (3g saturated fat), 68mg cholesterol, 1218mg sodium, 32g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 4g fiber), 26g protein.

Contest-Winning Stuffed Pepper Soup

Taste Recipes Editorial Team — Fri, 17 Jan 2025 20:06:32 +0000

Ingredients

1 package (8.8 ounces) ready-to-serve long grain and wild rice
1 pound ground beef
2 cups chopped green peppers
1 cup chopped onion
1 jar (26 ounces) chunky tomato pasta sauce
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) Italian diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (14 ounces) beef broth

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Directions

Prepare rice according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, cook the beef, green peppers and onion until meat is no longer pink, crumbling beef; drain. Stir in the pasta sauce, tomatoes, broth and prepared rice; heat through.

Nutrition Facts

1-1/4 cups: 238 calories, 8g fat (3g saturated fat), 31mg cholesterol, 917mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 4g fiber), 14g protein.

Steak-n-Vegetable Soup

Taste Recipes Editorial Team — Fri, 17 Jan 2025 20:05:20 +0000

Ingredients

1 tablespoon canola oil
1 beef top sirloin steak (about 1 pound), cut into 1-inch pieces
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 package (16 ounces) frozen vegetables for stew, thawed
1 jar (16 ounces) picante sauce
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) beef broth
1 can (15-1/2 ounces) great northern beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup fresh baby spinach

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Directions

In a Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add steak, basil, salt and pepper. Stir-fry until meat is no longer pink, 4-5 minutes; drain. Add garlic; cook 1 minute more.
Stir in vegetables and picante sauce. Add broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until vegetables are tender, 15-20 minutes. Stir in beans; cook until heated through, 4-5 minutes. Add spinach; cook until just starting to wilt, 1-2 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

1-1/4 cups: 191 calories, 5g fat (1g saturated fat), 23mg cholesterol, 1144mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 3g fiber), 17g protein.

Spicy Seafood Bisque

Taste Recipes Editorial Team — Fri, 17 Jan 2025 20:03:30 +0000

Ingredients

1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped celery
2 tablespoons butter
4 cups chicken broth
3 cups tomato juice
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon seafood seasoning
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 bay leaf
1/2 cup uncooked small shell pasta or elbow macaroni
1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 can (6 ounces) crabmeat, drained, flaked and cartilage removed

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In a large saucepan, saute onion and celery in butter until tender. Add the broth, tomato juice, tomatoes, Worcestershire sauce and seasonings; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20 minutes.
Discard bay leaf. Add pasta to the soup; cook, uncovered, until pasta is tender. Add shrimp and crab; simmer 5 minutes longer or until shrimp turn pink.

Nutrition Facts

1 cup: 105 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 65mg cholesterol, 714mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 11g protein.

Hearty Beef Barley Soup

Taste Recipes Editorial Team — Fri, 17 Jan 2025 20:03:05 +0000

Ingredients

2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper, divided
1 pound lean beef top sirloin steak, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 tablespoon canola oil
2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) reduced-sodium beef broth
2 medium carrots, sliced
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 cup quick-cooking barley

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Directions

In a shallow dish, combine the flour, salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper. Add beef and turn to coat. In a Dutch oven, brown beef in oil over medium heat until the meat is no longer pink. Remove beef and set aside.
In the same pan, saute mushrooms until tender. Add the broth, carrots, garlic powder, thyme and remaining pepper; bring to a boil. Add barley and beef. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until the meat, vegetables and barley are tender.

Nutrition Facts

1-1/4 cups: 306 calories, 9g fat (2g saturated fat), 50mg cholesterol, 748mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 5g fiber), 31g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1-1/2 starch, 1 vegetable, 1/2 fat.

Veggie Meatball Soup

Taste Recipes Editorial Team — Fri, 17 Jan 2025 20:01:22 +0000

Ingredients

3 cups beef broth
2 cups frozen mixed vegetables, thawed
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) stewed tomatoes
12 frozen fully cooked Italian meatballs (1/2 ounce each), thawed
3 bay leaves
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup spiral pasta, cooked and drained

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In a 3-qt. slow cooker, combine the first six ingredients. Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours. Just before serving, stir in pasta; heat through. Discard bay leaves.

Nutrition Facts

1 cup: 125 calories, 1g fat (1g saturated fat), 2mg cholesterol, 574mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 4g fiber), 5g protein.

Healthy Chicken Dumpling Soup

Taste Recipes Editorial Team — Fri, 17 Jan 2025 19:59:50 +0000

Ingredients

1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-1/2-inch cubes
3 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) reduced-sodium chicken broth
3 cups water
4 medium carrots, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1 celery rib, chopped
1 teaspoon minced fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon poultry seasoning
1/4 teaspoon pepper
DUMPLINGS:
3 large egg whites
1/2 cup 1% cottage cheese
2 tablespoons water
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup all-purpose flour

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In a Dutch oven coated with cooking spray, cook chicken until no longer pink. Add the broth, water, vegetables and seasonings. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 30 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
Meanwhile, for dumplings, in a large bowl, beat the egg whites and cottage cheese until blended. Add water and salt. Stir in the flour and mix well.
Bring soup to a boil. Drop dumplings by tablespoonfuls onto the boiling soup. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in dumplings comes out clean (do not lift cover while simmering).

Nutrition Facts

1-1/2 cups: 363 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat), 73mg cholesterol, 900mg sodium, 39g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 4g fiber), 42g protein.