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.
'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.'
Simple and delicious. It's also vegan if you don't add the cheese at the end. If you prefer a more spicy soup, add a dash or two of hot sauce before serving.
My friend's mother from the Ukraine taught me this recipe for the classic beet soup. It's as authentic as it gets. It can be served vegetarian style by omitting the sausage.
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.
