Foodie Friday: Soups On! Recipes & More

The best way I know to warm up on a cold day is with a hot bowl of homemade soup. It really is good for the soul, no matter what flavor you eat. This first recipe roundup for 2019 features a variety of slurp-worthy soups like a low carb Asian Chicken Zoodle Soup, an incredible Lobster Bisque and lots of genius tools.  Scroll down and get your soup on.

HERE: 20 Warm Recipes & Cook's Tools

Smoked Brisket Noodle Soup
Dinner in a bowl! This recipe comes from Griffin Bufkin, proprietor of Southern Soul Barbeque in St. Simons Island. Each smokey bite will warm your soul on a cold 
Winter's night.
Food and Wine

Broccoli Cheddar and Chicken Dumpling Soup
If you have been to a Panera Bread restaurant  
{ Mollie }, you might be familiar with their Broccoli Cheddar Soup in a bread bowl. This recipe is Tieghan's version of it. Yummy! 
Half Baked Harvest

Asian Chicken Zoodle Soup
Heather calls this recipe "Next level souping." It has an incredible flavor featuring ginger, fresh garlic, sesame and fresh green onions. The zoodles (spiralized zucchini) really satisfy the craving for noodles, making this a low 
carb option.
Heather Christo

Farmhouse Soup and Sandwich 
2-Piece Set
Cute right? And an easy way to serve soup and sandwich! Now on sale at
Crate and Barrel

Incredible Lobster Bisque
We had some on NYE, but I didn't make it. Chicago's Hugo's Frog Bar did, and it was delish. It's always a rich decadent treat, and this recipe is easy!
How Sweet Eats

Smokey Bacon Corn Chowder
With a rich cheddar flavor mixed with bacon and smokey paprika, this soup is full of life!
Creme de la Cream

Chicken, Tortilla and Lime Soup
One of my favorite soups. To date it has been made by Chef Rick Bayless of Chicago's Frontera Grill. I must say that this recipe looks even more appealing. And it's the perfect use for
 leftover chicken.
Williams Sonoma

Sicilian Seafood Stew with Couscous
What a beautiful dish!  It features a bounty of fish and shellfish and is served over couscous, a North African staple that soaks up the 
delicious broth.
Williams Sonoma

Roasted Garlic Butternut Squash Soup

If you think that you don't like garlic, try roasting it. Click the photo or link below to learn the best way to do it.  You will love this soup and the excellent how to make it video!

Green Healthy Cooking

Instant Pot DUO80 7-in-1 Programmable Pressure Cooker 8-Qt.
Get seven appliances in one and more than a dozen smart programs with the Instant Pot electric pressure cooker. I had no idea that these pots cooked under pressure! They do sound smart.
Macy's

Instant Pot No-Soak Black Bean Soup

Another one of my favorite soups. Have you ever used an Instant Pot? I have not, but it must be the opposite of a slow Cooker. This recipe cooks for only 50 minutes. I am sure that the soup is great, but those toppings are what make me want to dig in. 
Food52

Safe T Fire Extinguisher
I couldn't resist this fun but indispensable kitchen accessory. It's also on sale with Free Shipping at
AHAlife

Herby French Shallot Soup
This upgraded French onion soup is topped with both Gruyère and blue cheese. Could anything look tastier?
Half Baked Harvest

Souper Cubes
Genius! Exclusive to Sur La Table, these are for filling individual servings of soup, broth, or stock. Love it!
Sur La Table

Roasted Cauliflower Soup
We make a lot of roasted cauliflower with grated Parm, olive oil and fresh garlic. It is delish, but I have not made cauliflower soup in years. This low carb recipe will be on table one day soon.
Creme de la Crumb

Green Goddess Soup
Sometimes you need a bowl full of goodness to get glowing and going. This recipe is good for what ails you and is super nutritious. It's chock full of vitamins, magnesium, fibre, iron, and anti-oxidants. You must love something that looks so good and does such good things, too.
The Little Green Spoon

Set of Three Assorted Porcelain Soup Bowls by Seletti
Just how gorgeous are these soup bowls? Save 20% off with Code: HORIZON
Burke Decor

Tomato Bisque with Fried Cheese
The grown up version of tomato soup and grilled cheese. This recipe is much more interesting than what Mom made. This bisque has a rich and creamy texture with just a hint of spice and a touch of fresh basil for brightness. That fried cheese? It's stuffed with goat cheese. Oh Yum.
The Modern Proper

Phillips Soup Maker
A countertop electric cooker is portable, easy to store, and doubles as a blender. Best yet, soups can cook in as short as 18 minutes. It's on sale and ships for free.
Williams Sonoma

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Foodie Friday: Donut Lover Recipes & More

{ Via: Ana Rosa }

Clearly I have sugar on my mind. Funny thing, after 19 days without it, I am not dying for it anymore. Just remember the pleasure of it all, and my body feels so much better.  So are you a donut lover? The "Shop This" family is, and "Mr. Shop This" went a little cray cray last weekend, when he saw a sale on donut fixings at Sur La Table. Now we are the proud owner of a donut pan, and several mixes which I plan to try out this weekend for my weary traveller. I've added a couple of recipes for dunking the donuts, too. Enjoy!

17 Sinfully Sweet Recipes

Easy Raised Donuts
They say these are easy, but yeast does scare me a little. The very best part of this recipe is that strawberry glaze!
Butterfly Foodie

Chocolate Glazed Coconut Flour Doughnuts
I have never used coconut flour before, but it sounds like a great alternative to a whole grain....not to mention the coconut flavor it gives to the doughnut. And aren't they just perfect looking for Fall?
Sprinkle Bakes

Apple Cider Donuts
The glaze makes this recipe stand out from the others. And it's made from a mix. Click below to find the recipe and instructions.
Williams Sonoma

Baked Vanilla Bean Doughnuts
Just because these are vanilla, doesn't mean that they are plain. And those colorful glazes are ever so pretty.
Cooking Classy 

Baked Chocolate Butterfinger Donuts
As if a donut isn't good enough on its' own.....just think about topping it with a Butterfinger candy bar. Oh My!
A Latte Food

Hot Spiced Rum Cider
Now this is how cider should always be served! 
Williams Sonoma

Spiced Pumpkin Donuts
What a happy group of donuts these are! They are made with pumpkin puree and topped with a cream cheese frosting, and lots and lots of sprinkles.
What's Gabby Cooking

Salted Caramel Donuts
These are a simple spongy donut stuffed full of smoky salted caramel. Sounds decadent.
The Sugar Hit

S'mores Doughnuts

 Loaded with Marshmallow Frosting then drizzled with Chocolate and topped with crushed graham crackers!
Julie's Eats And Treats

Vegan Apple Butter Filled Cinnamon Sugar Doughnuts

Crispy on the outside, light and fluffy on the inside and filled with homemade apple butter.  It's creamy with a hint of cinnamon and ginger. What's not to love?

My Vibrant Kitchen

Donut Pan
So this is the pan and donut mix that "Mr. Shop This" just had to have last weekend. And even though I really prefer to make everything from scratch, these will be made in the next day or two. The pan is on sale now.
Sur La Table

Reese's Stuffed Pastry Donuts

Only six ingredients stand between you, me, and
 donut ecstasy! 
Sugar and Soul

Vanilla Cream Filled Cabernet Hot Chocolate Snowball Doughnuts.
The word cabernet got my attention here. And then there is that hot chocolate sauce. Forget the cheese plate, I'll take these with 
my cocktails.
Half Baked Harvest

Coconut Spiced Latte
Fall in a mug! Just in case you still haven't had enough pumpkin {is that even possible?}, now you will want a little more. This just looks and sounds fab.
Half Baked Harvest

Peanut Butter Creme Filled Donuts
I think I see my name drizzled in chocolate on these. Peanut Butter and Chocolate are one dynamic duo. Guess what's in the creme? 
How Sweet Eats

Biscoff Donuts
I secretly like those little Biscoff cookies they serve on the planes. These donuts will be even better than the cookies.  They are stuffed with Biscoff cookie butter, glazed and drizzled. 
Oh Yum!
Baking A Moment

Southern Buttermilk Bourbon
 Praline Doughnuts
From a Throwdown With Bobby Flay episode comes this sensational sounding recipe. I think it is a must make!
The Food Network

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Foodie Friday: Italian Recipes & More

This post is by request. My Italian husband loves his pasta. Marrying into his family was a tall order for me. His Grandmother Ida, actually rolled out her dough on her bed to create her fresh pasta! His mother, like Millie Helper (Dick Van Dyke show) shared her red gravy recipe with me, missing a major component....bullion!  I have since created my own magic and secret ingredients for good Italian food. The most important of all is LOVE! This post is for all of you Italian food lovers, and in celebration of 
Columbus Day.

HERE: 20 Recipes & Cooks' Tools

Tagliatelle with Roasted 
Cherry Tomatoes
Juicy tomatoes are roasted in the oven, then tossed with the fresh pasta and goat cheese. Fresh basil and grated Parm are added as a finishing touch.  P.S. Macy's has this fabulous Cocotte on sale this weekend.
Williams Sonoma

Healthy Mushroom Bolognese with Tagliatelle + Buffalo Mozzarella

This recipe is so yummy and hearty, no one will notice that it is meatless. One of the secrets to this sauce are Parmesan "rinds." Click to see what they are.
Broma Bakery

Truffled Mushroom Pizza
Truffles and Truffle Oil are right up there on my list of favorite foods. Their earthy flavor just adds a richness to anything, including pizza. This recipe gives the simple mushroom and cheese pizza an upscale twist.
Foodie Crush

Noble Handcrafted Truffle Olive Oil
Level up the above pizza recipe, scrambled eggs or anything Italian with this extravagant
 liquid gold!
Food52

Caramelized Onion & Roast Butternut Squash Pasta
{ Vegan and Gluten Free }
A plant based meal that is good for us all, and perfect for busy weeknight meals. Doesn't it just scream Fall!
Heather Christo

Rainbow Cookies
My first rainbow Italian cookie was from Rocco's Pastry in New York's West Village. It was a little chunk of heaven. I will say that this recipe, with all of the layers, will take some time and fortitude to create. It will be worth it 
in the end.
Food52

Italian Shellfish Stew
This is my absolute favorite way to eat Italian. I don't need the pasta. This dish is healthy and makes for a quick lunch or dinner,
Williams Sonoma

5 Piece Pasta Bowl Set
This exclusive Italian Market Dinnerware serves up colorful fare with Italian style. It's been greatly reduced, and an extra 20% will be taken off this weekend.
Sur La Table

Cheesy Stuffed Pesto Garlic Bread
Have you ever? You better make a double batch of this recipe, because it will be gone in a flash. It does call for a jar of pesto, for those who want a shortcut. I, however, never use anything pre-made, and would make my own.
How Sweet It Is

Creamy Skillet Chicken Cacciatore
A quick and easy skillet meal that can be on your table in 30 minutes. What makes it creamy? Heavy cream!
The Recipe Critic

Herby Buttered Balsamic 
Mushroom Ravioli

I have never made ravioli. Have you? The good news is that you can use either homemade cheese ravioli or store bought for this recipe. The real focus is on the sauce here, which looks fabulous to me! The recipe only takes 30 minutes, too!
Half Baked Harvest

Ravioli Press
Now you and I can make pasta like the pros. This handy little tool forms, seals and cuts without any fuss. The bonus is that the mold can also be used with cookie dough for filled treats. 
Food 52 

Pear and Chocolate Frangipane Tart
Doesn't this look oh so very Italian?  Fruit and chocolate is always a good idea.
Olive Magazine

Eggplant Cannelloni
{ Gluten Free }
Noodles have been replaced with very thing grilled slices of eggplant. A genius hack for those watching carbs. The basil and spinach stuffing is thickened with cooked cashews! One of my favorite recipes of the edit.
Every Last Bite

Persimmon + Pomegranate Salad
 With Burrata
Italian food is so much more than pasta and pizza. Is this not the prettiest salad you ever saw? It features my very favorite Italian cheese....Burrata. What a pretty addition to any holiday table.
The Bojon Gourmet

Fresh Herb Italian Dressing
Have you looked at what is in your bottles of salad dressing? Take a minute to do so. You'll want to throw them away, and make this recipe. It's fresh and good for you.
Art and The Kitchen

 Pumpkin Sage Lasagna Roll Ups
We all have our own lasagna recipe, but most of us do not have this one! "A rich yet light kabocha sauce layered with ricotta then tucked into fun pull-apart lasagna roll ups. Finished with pumpkin’s BFF, crispy sage."
I Am A Food Blog

Chocolate Cannoli
I have literally walked about 5 miles for a cannoli before. And I also have shipped the same cannoli's across country. Rocco's in NYC are really the best, but these look as if they would come in a close second.
Bakers Royale

Simple Baked Italian Oregano Meatballs
Oh you guys! Just look at the gooey goodness of this dish. I only find one flaw in this fabulous recipe. Tieghan calls for using slices of bread (so do I) that have been soaked in water. For goodness sakes....use cream instead. Water adds not one ounce of flavor. Sorry Tieghan, otherwise this recipe is perfection.
Half Baked Harvest

Phillips Pasta Maker
I've always wanted one. If you have, too, now is the time. It's on sale for $100 off and then you take an extra 20% off with Code: FRIENDS, plus free shipping.
Williams Sonoma

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