What to do when your freezer is broken and you have limited product to work with.....make a pot of soup using what you have, HA. Well today was one of those days. I made a pot of Tater Tot Soup. It was different, nice flavor, might be worth trying for your family.
My recipe for Tater Tot Soup is as follows:
Tater Tot Soup
In a large stock pot add a bag of frozen tater tots, 1 bag shredded carrots, 2 t. chicken base, 1 can cream of mushroom soup, 1/2 c. dried minced onion, 1 T. garlic powder, salt and pepper to taste, cover with water and heat until tots are tender, before serving add 8 slices of american cheese. Before serving sprinkle with crumbled bacon and chopped chives.
*add more water or milk if soup is too thick.
Serve with a salad and bread. Enjoy!
The Lunch Lady :)
Wednesday, February 27, 2013
Thursday, February 21, 2013
Chicken Chili
Soup of the day is Chicken Chili. It was a big hit at school today. Perfect for a cold, snowy day. Enjoy!
The recipe for Chicken Chili is as follows:
Chicken Chili
In a large stock pot add 4 quarts of water, heat over medium heat; add 2 T. chicken base, 3 c. diced, cooked chicken, 2 c. corn, 3 c. white canned beans, 2 T. cumin, 2 T chili powder, 2 T onion powder, 2 t salt, 2 t pepper, 1/2. brown sugar, 3 c. diced tomatoes and 2 T cilantro. Allow to simmer 20 minutes. Serve with chips and cheese.
This soup is simple to make and very satisfying. Enjoy!
The Lunch Lady :)
The recipe for Chicken Chili is as follows:
Chicken Chili
In a large stock pot add 4 quarts of water, heat over medium heat; add 2 T. chicken base, 3 c. diced, cooked chicken, 2 c. corn, 3 c. white canned beans, 2 T. cumin, 2 T chili powder, 2 T onion powder, 2 t salt, 2 t pepper, 1/2. brown sugar, 3 c. diced tomatoes and 2 T cilantro. Allow to simmer 20 minutes. Serve with chips and cheese.
This soup is simple to make and very satisfying. Enjoy!
The Lunch Lady :)
Tuesday, February 19, 2013
Creamy Cauliflower Soup
I made this soup at school today for our staff, they seemed to enjoy it as the crock pot was empty. It is a comforting, flavorful soup. No fuss, forget about it recipe.
The recipe for Creamy Cauliflower Soup is as follows:
Creamy Cauliflower Soup
In a large stock pot add 4 quarts of water and heat over medium heat, add 2 T chicken base, 1 head cauliflower (cut into pieces), 1 c. shredded carrots, 2 c. corn, 2 c. leftover chicken (diced), 1 can of black beans or kidney beans, turn heat to low summer and add 1 T cumin, 1 T garlic powder, 1 T Italian seasoning, 1 T salt , 1 T pepper and 8 slices of American cheese. Heat through.
*If you want it thicker use an immersion blender and puree until creamy.
*If you want it thinner add some water or milk before serving.
Serve with some French bread and a salad.
Extra spice wanted add 1 can chopped jalapeños and 1 c salsa.
Enjoy trying this yummy soup.
The Lunch Lady :)
The recipe for Creamy Cauliflower Soup is as follows:
Creamy Cauliflower Soup
In a large stock pot add 4 quarts of water and heat over medium heat, add 2 T chicken base, 1 head cauliflower (cut into pieces), 1 c. shredded carrots, 2 c. corn, 2 c. leftover chicken (diced), 1 can of black beans or kidney beans, turn heat to low summer and add 1 T cumin, 1 T garlic powder, 1 T Italian seasoning, 1 T salt , 1 T pepper and 8 slices of American cheese. Heat through.
*If you want it thicker use an immersion blender and puree until creamy.
*If you want it thinner add some water or milk before serving.
Serve with some French bread and a salad.
Extra spice wanted add 1 can chopped jalapeños and 1 c salsa.
Enjoy trying this yummy soup.
The Lunch Lady :)
Sunday, February 17, 2013
Grilled London Broil w/ Grilled Veggies
Grilling out makes any day perfect....even a cold, gray winter day. I am sure you will enjoy this tasty dish.
The recipe for London Broil and Veggies:
Marinate a piece of London broil in your favorite marinade for about 2 hours. Cook on the grill until medium rare, slice and serve with grilled veggies.
Grilled Veggie Recipe:
Slice 1 red pepper, 1 sliced onion and 1 pkg. mushrooms, add to a large sauté pan and cook until caramelized. Serve over sliced London Broil.
I served this London Broil with rice, peas and grilled veggies.
Enjoy trying this recipe.
The Lunch Lady ;)
The recipe for London Broil and Veggies:
Marinate a piece of London broil in your favorite marinade for about 2 hours. Cook on the grill until medium rare, slice and serve with grilled veggies.
Grilled Veggie Recipe:
Slice 1 red pepper, 1 sliced onion and 1 pkg. mushrooms, add to a large sauté pan and cook until caramelized. Serve over sliced London Broil.
I served this London Broil with rice, peas and grilled veggies.
Enjoy trying this recipe.
The Lunch Lady ;)
Wednesday, February 13, 2013
Chicken Soup with a Kick
Today I made a pot of Chicken Soup, nothing boring, very easy with a little something extra. I am sure you will want to try it too. Enjoy making this soup and sharing it with your family.
My recipe for Chicken Soup with a Kick is as follows:
Chicken Soup with a Kick
In a large stock pot add 3 quarts of Water, 3c.of Diced, Cooked Chicken, 1 bag of Mixed Vegetables, 1c. Dried Minced Onions, 2c. Salsa, 1T. Italian Seasonings, Salt and Pepper to taste, 2T. Chicken Base and simmer until onions are tender.
If soup is too thick add some extra water.
Serve with a salad and some french bread.
The Lunch Lady :)
My recipe for Chicken Soup with a Kick is as follows:
Chicken Soup with a Kick
In a large stock pot add 3 quarts of Water, 3c.of Diced, Cooked Chicken, 1 bag of Mixed Vegetables, 1c. Dried Minced Onions, 2c. Salsa, 1T. Italian Seasonings, Salt and Pepper to taste, 2T. Chicken Base and simmer until onions are tender.
If soup is too thick add some extra water.
Serve with a salad and some french bread.
The Lunch Lady :)
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