garlic – Better HouseKeeper https://betterhousekeeper.com Your ultimate source for housekeeping, cleaning hacks, decorating ideas, diy projects, recipes, and more! Sun, 22 Jan 2023 09:56:24 +0000 en-US hourly 1 Warm Yourself Up These Cold Winter Nights With This White Bean Soup Recipe With Parmesean Cheese, Bacon, and Sage https://betterhousekeeper.com/2015/02/19/warm-yourself-up-these-cold-winter-nights-with-this-white-bean-soup-recipe-with-parmesean-cheese-bacon-and-sage/ https://betterhousekeeper.com/2015/02/19/warm-yourself-up-these-cold-winter-nights-with-this-white-bean-soup-recipe-with-parmesean-cheese-bacon-and-sage/#respond Thu, 19 Feb 2015 16:00:26 +0000 http://betterhousekeeper.com/?p=3061 The cold winter is still upon us, so warm up with this tasty white bean soup! It’s easy to make with chicken broth, bacon, parmesan cheese, sage, and celery!

Spring is almost here, but winter still has us in its grip. Get through these last few cold night by warming up with this white bean and bacon soup! It’s easy enough to make for a weeknight dinner, and would make a great frozen make-ahead meal. Make a big batch and bring some to work, or pack it in a thermos for lunch for the kids! This soup is delicious and is made from white beans, parmesan cheese, bacon, celery, garlic, chicken stock, and sage. Throw on that apron and let’s get cookin’!

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White Bean Soup Recipe With Parmesan Cheese, Bacon, and Sage

Looking for some healthy comfort food? Try this white bean soup with bacon, garlic, parmesan cheese, celery, and sage!

Serve it up with crusty bread for dipping!

Ingredients
  1. 1 lb. of cannellini beans, dried
  2. 1-2 slices of bacon
  3. 1 onion, diced
  4. 1 celery, diced
  5. 2 cloves of garlic, sliced
  6. 4 sage leaves
  7. 2 quarts of low-sodium chicken stock
  8. 1 tsp. olive oil
  9. salt and pepper
  10. garlic croutons and parmesan cheese for garnish
  11. crusty sourdough bread for dipping
Instructions
  1. Soak the beans overnight in a bowl of water.
  2. In a large pot, add in olive oil and heat it over medium heat.
  3. Chop the bacon roughly and add it into the pot. Saute the bacon until it’s a golden color.
  4. Add in celery, onion, garlic, and sage. Saute until the onions are translucent (5-7 minutes).
  5. Take out the leftover oil with a spoon by tilting the pot.
  6. Drain the beans and place them in the pot.
  7. Add in chicken broth and bring the soup to a boil.
  8. Reduce the heat and allow the soup to simmer until the beans are tender (1-1 1/2 hours).
  9. Season the soup with salt and pepper.
  10. If you would like the soup to be smooth, you can put it in the blender and blend until it’s creamy. If you like chunky soup, you can leave it as is.
  11. Garnish the soup with parmesan cheese and croutons and serve with crusty bread.

 

 Photos: The Clever Carrot.

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This cheesy beef enchilada dip is a MUST to make for New Year’s! Your guests will be begging for seconds and asking for the recipe! This dip is great if you’re short on time this holiday season, and you can expect to be positively addicted to it – it’s that good! Serve it up with tortilla chips and sour cream and you’re ready to get the party started!

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The ULTIMATE New Year’s Dip: Cheesy Beef Enchilada

This dip is a must to make for your New Year’s party this year!
Ingredients
  1. 1½ – 2 pounds ground beef
  2. ½ medium onion, diced
  3. 2 cloves garlic, minced
  4. 2 cups enchilada sauce
  5. 2 cups grated Monterrey Jack or cheddar cheese
  6. sour cream
  7. tortilla chips
Instructions
  1. Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Drain the fat.
  2. Add in onion and garlic and cook until tender (3 minutes).
  3. Stir in the enchilada sauce and top with cheese. Cover so the cheese can melt.
  4. Top the dip with sour cream and serve it with tortilla chips.

 

Photos: Add a Pinch.

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If you want to get started on your very own soup garden, you need to decide which ingredients you use most in your favorite recipes. If you love tomato soup, plant several varieties of tomatoes like meaty romas and grape tomatoes. For chicken noodle, onions, carrots, and parsnips, along with herbs like thyme and parsley. Other great additions to any soup garden would be garlic, turnips, sweet potatoes, beans, and kale.

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To start your soup garden, make sure water is easily accessible. Many herbs don’t require much watering, but vegetables need to be watered often. Make sure you use mulch, as it helps reduce weeds and waterings. The use of flow meters help you to keep track of exactly how much water you are using. Work a lot of organic matter into the soil to create a nutrient-rich soil that your vegetables will love. If you don’t have enough yard space, you can still plant many vegetables and herbs on your balcony or patio in large pots.

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To enjoy your harvest into the winter, you need to plant a larger garden and then freeze or can your vegetables. Tomatoes, green beans, and peppers can be frozen or canned. Onions, potatoes, garlic, and winter squash can be stored for months in cool, humid conditions.

Photos: Ewa in the Garden, HG Decoration, Home Garden Air.

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