Spinach & Artichoke Ravioli en Brodo

January 9, 2017 Amanda Plott

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Almost three years ago I made this wonderful Tortellini en Brodo that was amazing and my whole family loved it. Yes, even my picky little first grader. Sometimes the most simple meals are the ones that my family and I adore the most. ...Though for different reasons, of course. I enjoy the simple recipes because I spend less time in the kitchen while my family enjoys them for their distinct and fresh flavors.

This Spinach & Artichoke Ravioli en Brodo was definitely inspired by that one from a few years ago, but it is even more simple with only 6 ingredients and yet just as much flavor (if not more!) This is a light soup that still somehow manages to be rather hearty. Those big beautiful green ravioli soak up that wonderful broth and all of the flavors that go along with it...

Healthy Crock Pot Chicken Noodle Soup

November 27, 2016 Amanda Plott

A little chicken noodle soup for the soul, anyone? 2016 has been a year that will go down in infamy. I don't think this year hasn't touched everyone in a particularly strange (and I'll even dare to say negative) way. I for one, couldn't be more happy to see it in it's last several days. I know that 2016 will go out kicking and screaming the entire way, but I can't wait to see what next year brings.

Only good things, I hope.

My Christmas tree bit the dust last year, and I guess that should have been a sure sign of the things to come. So, I decided to add some extra Christmas tree to my life this year by including it in this soup as early as November. MOVE OVER DECEMBER. We're getting this year done and over with...

Crock Pot Pasta e Fagioli

October 26, 2016 Amanda Plott

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It's no secret that one of my most favorite soups at almost any Italian restaurant is Pasta e Fagioli. That's generally because it's got some of everything in it without being too heavy, and that's exactly where I am with fall right now. It's nice and cool and crisp in the mornings, but still rather hot here during the day. So, I find myself craving more hearty dishes on a lighter side.

This soup isn't only lighter on the scale (being that it's made from home), it's also lighter on the wallet since it's made from simple ingredients, most of which you probably already have in your fridge and pantry! Let's face it, almost any soup is a great economical option for an all inclusive meal in a bowl, and when you involve a slow cooker you're almost always insured an easy-fix meal as well...

One Pot Healthified Lasagna Soup (Sponsored)

July 22, 2016 Amanda Plott

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With back-to-school just around the corner and the end of summer breathing down my back with an ever tightening schedule, this easy one pot meal is just what I needed! Why a one pot meal? It keeps things simple. I'm left with one dirty dish and plenty of happy, full tummies at the end of the night. What's better is that I only need to focus on one pot for cooking. Yay!

This meal is basically hands off for 30 minutes, giving plenty of time to get other needed things done in between stirring and checking. One of my favorite things about this soup though, has to be that it's super packed with flavor and loads of sneaky vegetables; making it easier for you and healthier for the family at the same time...

5 Ingredient Thai Butternut Squash Soup (Crock Pot)

March 25, 2016 Amanda Plott

So about a week ago I got my hands on the biggest butternut squash that I've ever seen in my life. The best part about it was that it was from a local Texas farm, which you know I'm all about. I had already used the squash in two previous meals this week and was racking my brain to come up with a third and final use so that I could get it all eaten up before the weekend. Because, you know, there is a lot of Easter happenings and I couldn't let this beauty go to waste.

This smooth and creamy thai butternut squash was the perfect was to use up my mammoth of a squash. And what's better is that it is super simple to make since there is little prep work with only 5 ingredients, and the crock pot will do all of the cooking for you...

Vegetable & Stars Soup

February 1, 2016 Amanda Plott

So, last week I was in the midst of what had to have been one of the worst colds of my life. I kid you not. This cold was fierce. It came with aches, the worst sinus pressure I've had, and was just all around bad news. Thankfully this week, I'm finally on the mend after the two week long fiasco. Unfortunately, it seems that my little princess has taken over where I left off.

Even so, while I was in the midst of my head-cold from my nightmares my girl and I were busy in the kitchen. One thing that I knew we just had to make was soup. And lots of it! Since my Healthified 'Swamp' Soup isn't really her jam, she decided on a soup that she would eat. When it comes to her simple food (and usually meatless food) is always the route she takes...