These wheat-based Japanese noodles are available both dried (used in this recipe) and fresh. Dried udon are flatter than their fresh counterparts and closer in texture to linguine.
Day-old bread thickens this soup from Cathy Whims of Nostrana in Portland, giving it a custardy texture. The soup has a spicy kick, so cut back on the chile flakes if you'd prefer a milder flavor.
Cans of tomato soup are combined with kidney beans, tomato juice, potatoes and ground beef seasoned with chili powder in this recipe designed to feed a crowd.
I make this hearty soup using the ham bone from our Easter spiral ham. It makes a huge pot of soup, so invite some friends or just freeze several portions for later use.
Fresh spring asparagus, spinach, and leeks from the garden are the ideal way to enjoy this hearty soup, but it's great any time of year! Potatoes, rice, and carrots round out this creamy favorite.
'My daughter created this soup when she needed to use up some leftover pork,' explains Eleanor Niska from Twin Falls, Idaho. 'More water can be used for a thinner soup or less water for a noodle dish. It's good with mushroom flavored ramen noodles, too.'
