Comfort Food Season with a Twist

As much as I hate to admit it, the inevitable is upon us.  The days of playing outside, going to the beach, and driving with the  convertible top down are coming to an end.  So where is the good side in all of this?  We can now enjoy the comfort food season!  When it’s hot out, the last thing we want to do is turn on the oven.  But, now, it’s a nice feeling to walk into the kitchen and smell the yummy aroma’s of dinner in the oven or crock pot- not to mention the chocolate chip cookies!  Mmmmm!

So, here are some new twist to some old favorites!  Enjoy!

Who doesn’t love chili?  The great thing about it is you can make it to your taste.  It’s amazing to see how many variations there are for chili.  But here’s one you probably haven’t tried.  It’s now my favorite way to make it.  Instead of adding tomato sauce or tomato soup, try Bloody Bold Bloody Mary Mix.  It adds a great flavor!  It’s made with horseradish so you get just a little kick.  Add as much or as little as you would the sauce or soup.

After a cold, wet day, there’s nothing like a bowl of homemade chicken soup.  I probably don’t have to tell you this because it’s flying off the shelf!  Chicken soup made with Kitchen Basics chicken broth is amazing!  Here’s a link to their site and a great recipe for you to try.  http://www.kitchenbasics.net/

Grandma’s Chicken Noodle Soup

Serving Size: 6

32 oz. Kitchen Basics Chicken Stock
1 cup cooked chicken, cut into 1/2″ pieces
1 cup mixed vegetables, fresh or frozen
1 cup noodles or alphabet macaroni
(*or gluten-free noodles)
Optional: 1/4 tsp. basil, dill, or thyme

In a large pot, bring stock, meat, vegetables, and herbs to a boil. Add noodles and simmer until tender. 

If you want some great noodles, try the Amish Kitchen kluski noodles. 

Do you have a great recipe idea you’d like to share?  Send me a comment and let me know about it!