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3 Soul-Satisfying Soups

By Charlotte on January 22, 2015 6:57 AM

A steaming bowl of soup spells comfort whether there's a chill in the air or you just need a little tender loving care. Packed with flavor, these three favorites are hearty enough to make a meal.

Chicken-licious Tuesday Tortilla Soup

This E-A-S-Y, chicken-licious recipe comes from the Best of Bridge Slow Cooker Cookbook (Robert Rose, July 2012, $29.99). It combines cooked chicken, healthy veggies (garlic, onion, 28 ounces tomatoes and corn), chicken broth, oregano and cumin.

With this one, we're talkin' 10 minutes to mix it up, 4 to 8 hours in the crockpot, and a few, last-minute steps to a delightful dinner. Twenty minutes before it's done, you stir in fresh cilantro, crushed tortilla chips and chipotle chili powder mixed with fresh lime juice for a delightful zing.

Chicken-licious Tuesday Tortilla Soup recipe

Taco Soup Ready to Eat - 600.jpgSimple, Slow-Cooker Taco Soup

This Tex-Mex-inspired, ground beef number packs the perfect amount of heat. It's spicy enough for a jalapeno-addict like me but not too hot for those who don't need as much of a kick (Bob and our son Cole to be precise).

Cooked 4 to 6 hours in the crockpot, it's flavored with onion, oodles of tomatoes, green chiles, corn, black and pinto beans, Hidden Valley Ranch Dressing Mix and taco seasoning. Serve it with tortilla chips, a healthy dose of cheese and a dollop of sour cream for a soothing supper.

Simple, Slow-Cooker Taco Soup recipe

Taco Soup in the Crockpot-600.jpgTasty Texas Cowboy Soup with Cornbread Croutons

This meal maker from 300 Sensational Soups (Robert Rose Inc., October 2012, $24.95) is more stew than soup. It's loaded with ground beef, bacon and vegetables like beans, potatoes, corn, onion and garlic (Whew!) as well as my favorite tomatoes. Green chilies, cumin and chili powder take the flavor into Tex-Mex territory while crusty cornbread croutons add a satisfying crunch. Great when you're in a hurry, this comforting concoction takes only about an hour and a half to fix on the stovetop.

Tasty Texas Cowboy Soup with Cornbread Croutons recipe

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Diabetes-Friendly Chicken Burrito Bowl

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By Laura Cipullo and Lisa Mikus, authors of Everyday Diabetes Meals
Image credit: Colin Erricson

Prepare your own Mexican quick fix with this Chipotle-inspired bowl. Carbs are moderated by filling the bowl with beans, extra veggies and chicken. No need for rice, since the beans count as carbs.

Tips:

If you love tomatoes, increase the quantity to 1/2 cup, but note that the carbohydrates will also increase.

If preparing this recipe for one person, cut all of the ingredients in half. Or simply prepare the full recipe up to the end of step 2 and store leftover chicken and vegetable-bean mixture in separate airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in the microwave on High for 1 to 2 minutes, or until heated through, and continue with step 3.

Health Bite: The iron, calcium, magnesium, manganese, copper and zinc in black beans help to keep bones strong and healthy.

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