Sherried Cream of Tomato Soup
Tara on Jan 5th 2010
This is one of my FAVORITE winter soups – adapted from PIONEER WOMAN. Once you try this soup – you’ll never go back to Campbell’s again. I keep the ingredients on hand at all times during the winter. If we ever do get snowed in, we’re ready! Make this soup, put on your comfy pants, curl […]
Asian Salad
Tara on Dec 26th 2009
Asian Salad is pictured above with kabobs, rice and fruit. I fixed this when we went to the beach last spring. I used to take this salad to our Sunday Potluck Lunches at church. I could chop the greens and place in a Zip-Lock bag the night before. I would mix up the dressing and […]
South of the Border Sopa
Tara on Nov 16th 2009
Richard’s Cousin Renee adapted this soup recipe from the Food Network. I also made my sister-in-law’s Mexican cornbread (coming soon to www.taracooks.com)to go with the soup. I intended to have leftovers but this soup disappeared! Make it soon. I promise it will be a crowd pleaser. 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 medium onion, chopped 1 […]
Chicken Asparagus Soup
Tara on Sep 30th 2009
When Richard’s cousin Renee posted a Facebook status that she was preparing Chicken Asparagus Soup for dinner recently, several people asked for her recipe. I am so thankful she was willing to share it, because chilly nights are here now, and we all could use a new soup recipe for the long cold months ahead. […]
Chicken Taco Salad
Tara on Sep 12th 2009
Are you bored with your normal salad routine? Are you ready to kick up the flavor a notch or two? Make this salad soon. It’s loaded with protein and nutrition. It is also low in carbs and is very satisfying. Make the chicken up ahead of time and store in the fridge in ziplock bags […]
Sweet N Savory Bacon Broccoli Salad
Tara on May 3rd 2009
I’m always amazed when I take this salad to a gathering. Most men I know prefer meat over greens any day. But the guys often devour this dish. I think the cashews and bacon entrance the males; they try it, and then come back for more. Testosterone and bacon were meant to be together. The […]
1-2-3 Chili
Tara on Jan 19th 2009
Our family certainly isn’t married to any one particular chili recipe. However, the kids really like this one because it isn’t “chunky.” I like it because it is so quick and easy to make. This recipe can be whipped up in 3 steps and simmered for 30 minutes on the stovetop, or slow cooked in the […]
Seven Layer Salad
Tara on Dec 29th 2008
Seven Layer Salad In a 9 x 13 dish place the following: 1 head chopped iceberg lettuce (1st layer) Combine: ½ cup chopped celery (2nd layer) ½ cup chopped green pepper (2nd layer) ½ cup chopped green onion (2nd layer) 1 package frozen green peas, thawed (3th layer) ¾ cup sour cream mixed with ¾ […]
Festive Cranberry Pineapple Salad
Tara on Dec 18th 2008
Festive Cranberry Pineapple Salad Over the years, I’ve sampled numerous cranberry salads. Some were too tart. Some were too sweet. But this one is just right. Sweet meets tangy for the perfect duo – and the crunch adds a nice pizzazz too. Oh, did I mention it is pretty?? Did I also mention EASY?? 20 […]
Taco Soup & Sour Cream Cornbread
Tara on Dec 17th 2008
Fall and winter bring a change of menu at our house. As the chilly wind blows in from the north, a pot of soup is often simmering on the stove – its aroma promising to warm us from the inside out. Ann’s Taco Soup 2 lbs ground beef 1 chopped onion 2 cans mild Rotel […]
