Beth Neels, aka Binky: Nurturing Connections Through Food, Adventure, and Creativity. Beth is a syndicated freelance writer and food blogger, featured in MSN, AP News, Taste of Home, Parade. Reader's Digest, and more. Join our weekly newsletter to get delicious recipes sent directly to your inbox every week.
Three Warm Bowls for the Week the Heat Comes On
Howdy Reader, There is always one week when soup season stops being theoretical. The kitchen windows fog, the bowls come out, and dinner slows down a little. These hearty options are made for that first stretch of truly cold evenings. Leftovers are a very good part of the plan. Split Pea Soup Split peas melt into a thick, comforting bowl. Ham and vegetables make it substantial enough for dinner. The slow cooker keeps the process pleasantly hands-off. This Dutch oven holds steady heat for a thick soup that benefits from a gentle simmer. Venison Soup Tender venison and colorful vegetables make a deeply satisfying soup. The broth stays hearty without feeling heavy. It is a smart use for game meat on a cold night. This ladle reaches the broth and hearty pieces together for a properly filled bowl.
Over at Bees Haven Fun Facts About Honey You Probably Didn’t Know Honey has more history and odd little details than its pantry shelf suggests. A few of these facts may change how you see the jar. Oven meatball stew Oven braising gives meatballs and vegetables time to settle into a rich gravy. The pot stays mostly unattended. Dinner comes out sturdy, warm, and ready for bread. This cookie scoop portions meatballs evenly so they cook at the same pace. A pot of soup makes tomorrow’s lunch feel settled before bedtime. I hope these bowls warm up more than one meal. |
Beth Neels: Binky's Culinary Carnival
Beth Neels, aka Binky: Nurturing Connections Through Food, Adventure, and Creativity. Beth is a syndicated freelance writer and food blogger, featured in MSN, AP News, Taste of Home, Parade. Reader's Digest, and more. Join our weekly newsletter to get delicious recipes sent directly to your inbox every week.
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