Category Archives: Soups and Such

Rockin’ Oyster “Rockefeller” Stew

Posted on November 29, 2012 by kelleychisholm

“He was a bold man who first ate an oyster”  ~ Johnathan Swift My ex mother-in-law is a wonderful country cook. Her fried chicken is the best I’ve ever had, period. Geraldine also makes what she calls Oyster Stew. I … Continue reading →

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Ham, Potato and Corn Chowder, Ninja Style

Posted on November 5, 2012 by kelleychisholm

The first dish I made in my new Ninja® 3-in-1 Cooking System that I blogged about last week was a wonderful ham, potato and corn chowder. I wanted to use the Ninja’s stovetop and slow cooker modes, and since the … Continue reading →

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Chilled Cucumber Melon Soup with Radish Celery Salsa

Posted on August 2, 2012 by kelleychisholm

I love chilled soups, especially in the heat of the summer. Usually, gazpachos come immediately to mind and that’s what I tend to order or make at home (click here for a tasty recipe I posted last summer.) However, several years … Continue reading →

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Food of the Month, January 2012: Soup

Posted on January 10, 2012 by kelleychisholm

January is national soup month, which makes sense since it is normally cold outside. What better way to get nice and warm than with a nice bowl or mug of hearty soup? For those of you who have followed my blog, … Continue reading →

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Turkey and White Bean Crockpot Soup

Posted on November 29, 2011 by kelleychisholm

Here’s the recipe for the soup I mentioned in my earlier post on making the most of your leftover turkey.  This easy-to-make soup combines turkey, northern white beans and kielbasa to make a hearty, one-dish meal. Simmer this in your crockpot for … Continue reading →

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Kel’s Award Winning Black Bean Chili

Posted on October 27, 2011 by kelleychisholm

I’ve been making my black bean chili for years, ever since I had my first taste of it at Mitch’s Tavern on Hillsborough St. I’ve been going to Mitch’s since I was an undergraduate at NCSU, and while I like a … Continue reading →

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Glorious Gumbo

Posted on September 5, 2011 by kelleychisholm

Like Madam Rue’s “Love Potion Number Nine” – only better! If you like okra, now is the time to take advantage of it before the fall sets in. I recently purchased some at the State Farmer’s Market – if you … Continue reading →

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Cheats: Souper Easy Gazpacho

Posted on August 27, 2011 by kelleychisholm

“It’s déjà vu all over again” – Yogi Berra Some of you may remember a recent posting for my recipe for gazpacho. It is truly a refreshing soup and a great way to take advantage of the wonderful veggies now in season, but I will … Continue reading →

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Got Gazpacho?

Posted on July 21, 2011 by kelleychisholm

One of the best bowls of gazpacho I ever tasted was at a restaurant (can’t remember its name, unfortunately) in 2002 in St. Helena, California. Brad and I were on our honeymoon and decided after leaving Hawaii to spend a … Continue reading →

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Cheats – Super Fast and Easy Vegetable-Pasta Soup

Posted on April 7, 2011 by kelleychisholm

Here’s a fast and easy recipe for veggie/pasta soup. It takes no time to assemble and cook, looks cheerful (especially on a cold, dreary night) and tastes great. Perfect for when time is limited but you still want something “homemade.” Low … Continue reading →

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