Hodgepodge Soup

I think we all know it's soup weather!

I like anything quick and easy...so when my friend Jan gave me this recipe, I knew it would fit into those categories...

And it's delish as well! 

If you can brown burger, chop celery and onions, and open a few cans...add a little bit of this and that...you'll have a tasty and filling meal ready to enjoy. 

This is sort of a 'dressed up' chili...

I served ours with grilled cheese, but a salad would be nice too.

Do hope you'll enjoy it soon!  

This makes a large batch (about 10 servings) so know that it freezes nicely if you want to save some for another time...

Recipe is easily cut in half (or 3rds is easier) also...

HODGEPODGE SOUP 

1-1/2 lbs. ground beef 

3/4 c. onion, chopped

1-1/2 c. celery, chopped

1 tsp. garlic powder 

(or use some fresh minced garlic)

3 cans (10.75 ozs each) condensed minestrone soup

1 can condensed tomato soup 

1 lg. can (30 ozs) pork and beans, undrained

2 c. water

1/2 tsp. dried oregano 

1 Tb. Worcestershire sauce

salt & pepper to taste 

Brown ground beef, onion, celery and garlic (powder). Add soups, pork and beans, water, oregano, Worcestershire sauce and salt & pepper. Simmer 15 - 20 minutes. 

Serve with sandwich, salad or cheese and crackers. 

(Soup does freeze nicely) 

Yield: about 10 - 12 servings 

Linked to 
Meal Plan Monday

You may also enjoy...

Cowboy Chili & Sweet Cornbread Muffins

Seasoned Buttery Crackers

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Flashback Friday - Soup-er Soups to Warm you (& a bonus link!)

WELCOME TO FLASHBACK FRIDAY! 

Do hope you'll enjoy one or two of these tasty soups to help take the chill off and fill your belly with goodness! 

For hubby and me, pot pies are always so comforting.  Here you can have it in soup form...sooo good!  Enjoy every slurp! 

Chicken Pot Pie Soup (with seasoned toppers)

One of the most popular recipes on my blog!  Delicious and Satisfying! Love letting my slow cooker do most of the work for me. 

Slow Cooker Cheeseburger Soup

So filling and flavorful! You'll want to make this again soon. 

Slow Cooker Loaded Potato Soup

Tasty Chicken (or Turkey) Barley Soup

(with butternut squash) 

Seasoned Buttery Crackers

Simple Hamburger Steaks (Ready in less than 30 minutes)

Oh these are 'comfort food' delicious!  Especially served with smashed taters! 

Mix some spices into the burger, fry up the patties, fry up some sliced onions,

simmer...ENJOY!! 

Simply scrumptious and flavorful...and frugal too.  

No doubt, we all grew up on burgers...and I love being able to 'dress them up' a bit...this is a pretty easy recipe. 

Make sure you brown the patties well...it's the dark pieces that stick to the pan that add much flavor.  This makes a fabulous gravy! 

Do try them soon..you may want to add them to your weekly rotation!!

SIMPLE HAMBURGER STEAKS 

1 & 1/2 lb. ground beef

3/4 tsp. garlic powder

1/2 tsp. onion powder

1/2 tsp. salt

1/4 tsp. black pepper (or more)

1 tsp. dry ground mustard

(or 1 Tb. prepared mustard) 

1 small onion, sliced thin

1 c. beef broth 

(or 1 can french onion condensed soup, undiluted)

1 (.75 ozs.) packet brown gravy mix

1/2 c. water

1 Tb. worcestershire sauce 

In a large bowl, add ground beef; sprinkle with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper and mustard; blend well, but don't overmix (that makes for a tough burger). Divide mixture into 4 patties. 

Heat skillet over medium-high heat. (Cast iron works great here). When the pan is hot, add steaks and allow them to cook without flipping for about 4 minutes.  Flip then cook for 4 more minutes. Remove steaks from pan and rest on paper towels. 

Remove all but 2 Tb. grease from the skillet; place back on burner and add sliced onions.  Cook until translucent, about 4 minutes.  

In small bowl, combine broth, gravy mix and water; whisk well.  Pour over onions; bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer; add worcestershire sauce.  Add patties to the gravy and simmer until done, just a few more minutes. 

Serve with mashed potatoes or rice and a veggie for a perfect meal! 

Recipe inspired by Stacey at #Southern Bite - please be sure to check out his post with more details...

You may also enjoy...

Easy Crockpot Meatballs

Ranch Burgers (3 ingredients)

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The Bryan Times - September 16, 2019 - Filling Fall Fare

When the temps start dipping, we tend to think about spending more time in the kitchen. Here's a hodgepodge of recipes that are filling fall fare. 

This tasty chowder makes for a marvelous family meal. Add a sandwich and you're all set to enjoy.                  

Smoked Sausage, Bean and Potato Chowder

SMOKED SAUSAGE, WHITE BEAN AND POTATO CHOWDER

2-1/2 c. (low sodium) chicken broth 

3 c. potatoes, diced

(may use cubed frozen southern hash browns)

2 stalks celery, chopped

1/2 c. onion, chopped

1/2 c. carrots, diced

1-1/2 c. smoked sausage or ham, chopped

3 Tb. butter, melted

3 Tb. all purpose flour

2 c. half & half (or whole milk)

1-15 ozs. can northern beans, drained and rinsed

1/2 chicken bouillon cube, crushed

black pepper to taste

1  c. diced Velveeta or cheddar cheese, optional 

In large pot, add chicken broth, potatoes, celery, onions, carrots and smoked sausage; bring to boil and cook until veggies are tender, about 12 - 15 minutes. In medium saucepan, melt butter, stir in flour (a whisk works great) then add half and half a little at a time, stirring until smooth and thick. Drain some of the broth from sausage mixture, adding that to flour mixture, stirring until smooth. Add cheese and heat until it melts. Slowly add that back to the pot with veggies and sausage. Add beans, bouillon and pepper. Heat through and serve. 

FAMILY FAVORITE GOULASH 

2# ground beef

1 onion, chopped

1 green pepper, chopped

8 ozs. sliced fresh mushrooms

6 garlic cloves

3 c. water

1 can (29 ozs.) tomato sauce

1 can (28 ozs.) diced tomatoes, undrained

1 TB. Italian seasoning

1 tsp. smokey paprika

1 tsp. sugar

1-1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes, optional

garlic powder, salt & pepper to taste

3 Tb. worcestershire sauce

3 c. uncooked elbow macaroni 

shredded cheese of choice to melt over the top

In large stock pot, cook beef over medium high heat, until no longer pink.  Add onion, pepper and mushrooms.  Cook until tender, about 3 - 5 minutes. Add garlic, water, tomato sauce, tomatoes, Italian seasoning, paprika, sugar, red pepper flakes, garlic powder, salt, pepper and worcestershire sauce. Bring to a boil; cover and reduce heat. 

Allow to simmer for 20 minutes.  Add elbow macaroni, stirring well.  Cover and simmer 15 minutes longer, or until macaroni is done. (Check to see if you need to add more water). If there's already too much, just allow to simmer until it thickens. 

If using cheese, add now. Allow to set covered for 10 minutes before serving. Yield: 8 servings

Simple Apple Crisp

I've taken this recipe with me all over the country as it is a favorite. 

SIMPLE APPLE CRISP

4 cups peeled, sliced cooking apples

1/4 cup water

1 tsp. cinnamon

1/2 tsp. salt

1/4 cup sugar

3/4 cup all purpose flour 

(substitute half the amount in oatmeal if desired) 

1/3 cup butter

Preheat oven to 350. Spread apples in bottom of 8" x 8" pan. Sprinkle with water. In medium bowl, combine remaining ingredients with pastry blender, until crumbly. Sprinkle over apples. Bake uncovered for 40 minutes at 350 or bake in microwave-safe dish for 12 - 15 minutes on high, testing after 10 minutes. Serve warm with milk or ice cream. Feel free to drizzle it with some caramel syrup if you'd like. YUUUUUM!

What a great way to help take off the chill. Sip-Sip-Hurray! 

(CROCKPOT) HOT CARAMEL APPLE CIDER

1/2 gal. apple cider, or juice (8 c.)

1/2 tsp. ground cloves

2 cinnamon sticks 

1/2 tsp. ground allspice

3/4 - 1 c. jarred caramel sauce (may use homemade) 

sweetened whipped cream (or from a can)

Pour cider into 5-6 qt. slow cooker (or saucepan on stove). Heat on low for 1 hour, stir again, then stir in spices and caramel. Continue heating on low for 3 more hours. If cooking on stove top, simmer for 30 minutes.  (It will make your house smell wonderful!) Ladle into mugs, top with whipped cream, then drizzle with caramel and add a sprinkle of cinnamon if desired. 

A lot of what weighs you down isn't yours to carry.~Unknown

Flashback Friday - Soup-er Soups to warm your body and soul

WELCOME TO FLASHBACK FRIDAY!!

All of these are simple soups to make...

not much fuss! Enjoy!!!

This is my most popular soup recipe.  It's been published in the 

American Profile 'magazine' across the country...sooo delish!

True COMFORT FOOD!!

Cheesey Chicken Chowder

A dish to remind you of mom...or grandma. 
So tasty and filling! Makes-you-feel-better soup!

Copycat Bob Evans Chicken Noodle Soup

Our Amish friends know how to make true comfort food! This is so flavorful
and filling. 

Amish Cheeseburger Soup


A simple and delicious soup that your family is sure to love! 
Cheese is optional...

Cheesey Hamburger Soup

Leader Enterprise - January 24, 2018 - Soups to Warm you Up

Cheesey Hamburger Soup 

Among the numerous food holidays in January, one of them is National Soup Month...so I'm happy to help you celebrate with these tasty soup recipes.  Slurp up and enjoy! 

I'm very pleased to share with you these favorite tried and true dishes that we enjoy. Trust they'll warm your tummies and fill your families. Dinner doesn’t have to be perfect or elaborate. A simple meal with your family is a weeknight gift. Enjoy it! Something I try to do on a regular basis, is cook chicken and beef for the freezer, so when I need a fast meal, it's ready to be added. I also keep chopped onions, celery and carrots in the freezer. It's a time-saver.

CHEESEY HAMBURGER SOUP 

1 lb. lean ground beef

1 small onion, chopped

2 Tb. minced garlic

1 (10.75 ozs.) can tomato soup

1 (soup) can water

2 (14 ozs.) cans beef broth

(about 2-1/2 cups)

1 sm. can corn, undrained

(or just add a cup of frozen)

1 c. uncooked pasta twists

4 - 6 ozs. Velveeta cheese, chunked

In a large skillet, brown ground beef with the onion and garlic. Season with salt & pepper (we are pepper lovers and I always use a garlic pepper from Watkins!) Drain grease. In large cooking pan, combine tomato soup, water, broth and corn (and/or beans). Add ground beef mixture and stir to combine. Heat just until it begins to boil, then add pasta. Cover pot and cook until pasta is just done (or el dente). Add Velveeta and heat on low until melted. Serve with a sandwich or salad, or even crackers and cheese, and you are ready to enjoy! 

It doesn't get much easier than this! 

BLACK & WHITE BEAN CHILI

3 chicken breasts, cooked and diced

1 (48 ozs.) jar great northern beans

2 (16 ozs..each) jars black bean and corn salsa

2 c. (16 ozs.) shredded cheddar cheese

Heat first 3 ingredients together until hot, then add cheese. Stir until melted. Serve hot alongside tortilla chips, cornbread, or a grilled cheese sandwich. 

Smoked Sausage, White Beans & Potato Chowder

SMOKED SAUSAGE, WHITE BEAN AND POTATO CHOWDER 

2-1/2 c. (low sodium) chicken broth 

3 c. potatoes, diced

(I use frozen cubed southern hash browns)

2 stalks celery, chopped

1/2 c. onion, chopped

1/2 c. carrots, diced

1-1/2 c. smoked sausage or ham, chopped

3 Tb. butter, melted

3 Tb. all purpose flour

2 c. half & half (or whole milk)

1 can (15 ozs.) northern beans, drained and rinsed

1/2 chicken bouillon cube, crushed
1 c. shredded cheese, optional

black pepper to taste

In large pot, add chicken broth, potatoes, celery, onions, carrots and smoked sausage; bring to boil and cook until veggies are tender, about 12 - 15 minutes. 

In medium saucepan, melt butter, stir in flour (a whisk works great) then add half and half a little at a time, stirring until smooth and thick. Drain some of the broth from sausage mixture, adding that to flour mixture, stirring until smooth. If using, add cheese and heat until it melts.  Slowly add that back to the pot with veggies and sausage. Add beans, bouillon and pepper.  Heat through and serve. 

I love serving these tasty crackers with any kind of soup!  If you like Ranch, substitute dry mix for the Italian seasonings. 

SEASONED BUTTERY CRACKERS

1 stick salted butter

1/2 tsp. Italian seasoning

1/2 tsp. dried basil

a few sprinkles garlic powder

(or substitute 1 tsp. Italian seasoning instead of all 3 spices above)

1/2 tsp. seasoned salt

1 sleeve saltine crackers

Preheat oven to 275. 

Melt butter in saucepan and add seasonings...stir until well blended. Add saltines, 2 (or more) at a time, coating with butter mixture on both sides. Place on baking rack over a cookie sheet.  Bake for 20 minutes.

Remove from oven; cool; place in sealed bag or container. 

Be a rainbow in someone else’s cloud.~Maya Angelou