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Lentil Soup

January 30, 2026 by Dinner Tonight

Nothing says comfort like a bowl of delicious lentil soup! Hearty, flavorful, and packed with plant-based protein and fiber.  This soup is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends. 


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Ingredients
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 medium carrots chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 stalks celery chopped
  • 1 cup yellow onion chopped
  • 6 ounce can tomato paste unsalted
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 pound brown lentils
  • 1 quart Low Sodium Vegetable Broth
  • 28 ounces canned tomatoes low sodium
  • 28 ounces water
  • 1 cup baby kale chopped
Servings: 1 cup servings
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  1. Clean and prep your area.
  2. In a large Dutch oven, heat oil over medium heat. Stir in carrots, garlic, celery and onion. Cook until vegetables are soft and lightly golden, 5 to 7 minutes.
  3. Stir in tomatoes, tomato paste, thyme, cumin, salt and pepper. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes making sure all the paste is dissolved into the soup.
  4. Stir in vegetable broth, water and lentils. Bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook until the lentils are tender, 35 to 40 minutes.
  5. Stir in kale and cook for 7 minutes.
  6. Serve and ENJOY!!
  7. Tips: This Lentil Soup can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to five days and in the freezer for up to three months.
Recipe Notes

Lentil Soup

Nutrition Facts
Serving size 1 cup
servings per container 8

Amount per serving
Calories	200					

% Daily Value
Total Fat	9	g			12	%	
Saturated Fat	1.5	g			8	%	
Trans Fat	0	g					
Cholesterol	0	mg			0	%	
Sodium	540	mg			23	%	
Total Carbohydrate	25	g			9	%	
Dietary Fiber	8	g			29	%	
Total Sugars	8	g					
Added Sugars	0	g			0	%	
Protein	7	g					

Vitamin D	0	mcg			0	%	
Calcium	91	mg			8	%	
Iron	4	mg			20	%	
Potassium	707	mg			15	%

Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: lentil, lentils, soup, soups, vegetable broth, Vegetarian

French Onion Beef and Noodles

January 22, 2026 by Dinner Tonight

Noodles are always a win for a cozy meal! Use the leftovers from Slow Cooker French Onion Roast to make a whole new dinner for your family!

 

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Ingredients
  • 1 pound Slow Cooker French Onion Roast
  • 1 cups low-sodium beef broth
  • 8 ounces egg noodles cooked
  • 4 ounces light cream cheese
  • 1/2 cup parsley chopped
Servings: 1 cup servings
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  1. Begin cooking the egg noodles according to package directions, omitting added salt.
  2. In another pot over medium heat, begin to reheat Slow Cooker French Pot Roast adding the beef broth, bring to a simmer.
  3. Add in the cream cheese and stir until the cream cheese is completely combined with the beef.
  4. Once the noodles are cooked, drain and add to the beef, fold until the noodles are coated.
  5. Serve topped with fresh chopped parsley.
Recipe Notes

French Onion Beef and Noodles Nutrition Facts Serving size 1 cup (208g) 6 Amount per serving Calories 170 % Daily Value Total Fat 7 g 9 % Saturated Fat 3 g 15 % Trans Fat 0 g Cholesterol 50 mg 17 % Sodium 370 mg 16 % Total Carbohydrate 13 g 5 % Dietary Fiber 1 g 4 % Total Sugars 2 g Added Sugars 0 g 0 % Protein 15 g Vitamin D 0.1 mcg 0 % Calcium 50 mg 4 % Iron 2 mg 10 % Potassium 290 mg 6 %

Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: Beef, noodles, Slow Cooker, soup, stew

Green Chili Pork Stew

December 19, 2025 by Dinner Tonight

Turn leftovers into a new family favorite!
Got extra Salsa Verde Pork from earlier this week? In just 30 minutes, you can transform it into a hearty Green Chili Pork Stew. 🥣

Add a few pantry staples, serve with warm tortillas or cornbread, and finish with a fresh fruit salad for dessert. ✅ Quick, ✅ Healthy, ✅ Delicious—a complete meal for busy nights!

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Ingredients
  • 2 pounds Salsa Verda Pork
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup onion chopped
  • 2 teaspoons garlic minced
  • 8 ounces green chilies chopped, canned
  • 3 cups low sodium chicken broth
  • 15 ounce can low sodium white beans
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cummin
  • 1/2 teaspoon oregano
Servings: 1 cup servings
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  1. In a medium pot add olive oil and add onions and cook until translucent.
  2. Add garlic and green chilies and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
  3. Add chicken stock, white beans, shredded pork, black pepper, cummin and oregano.
  4. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10 to 15 minutes. It's ready to enjoy.
  5. Leftovers can be frozen for up to 2 months in an air tight container.
Recipe Notes

Green Chili Pork Stew Nutrition Facts Serving size 1 cup (247g) servings per container 10 Amount per serving Calories 180 % Daily Value Total Fat 6 g 8 % Saturated Fat 1.5 g 8 % Trans Fat 0 g Cholesterol 50 mg 17 % Sodium 480 mg 21 % Total Carbohydrate 14 g 5 % Dietary Fiber 3 g 11 % Total Sugars 2 g Added Sugars 0 g 0 % Protein 18 g Vitamin D 0 mcg 0 % Calcium 54 mg 4 % Iron 2 mg 10 % Potassium 480 mg 10 %

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Homemade Hamburger Helper

September 8, 2025 by Dinner Tonight

Whip up this one-skillet wonder in just 25 minutes! Ground beef, elbow pasta, and a cheddar cheese sauce come together to create a family favorite. Perfect for those busy nights when you need something tasty and satisfying on the table fast. Whether you have picky eaters or just crave some cheesy comfort, this Homemade Hamburger Helper is sure to please everyone!

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Ingredients
  • 1 pound extra lean ground beef (96% Lean/4% Fat)
  • 1/2 cup onion finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 teaspoons beef bouillon
  • 2 3/4 cups water
  • 9 ounces elbow macaroni noodles (approx 2 ½ cups)
  • 2 cups lowfat shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup skim milk
Servings: 1 1/2 cup servings
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  1. In a large deep skillet with a lid, cook the ground beef and onion on medium-high heat until ground beef until it’s no longer pink and it has reached 155-degree Fahrenheit.
  2. Add onion powder, garlic powder, beef bouillon, pepper, tomato paste and Worcestershire sauce into the ground beef and stir until it’s combined well.
  3. Add the water and elbow noodles. Stir to combine and bring to a boil.
  4. Once boiling, cover the pan with the lid, and reduce heat to medium-low. Let it cook for 15 minutes or until all the liquid is absorbed and the pasta is cooked. Remove from heat.
  5. Add shredded cheese, yogurt, and milk. Stir until combined. Serve immediately.
Recipe Notes

Homemade Hamburger Helper Nutrition Facts Serving size 1 1/2 cups (231g) servings per container 8 Amount per serving Calories 250 % Daily Value Total Fat 4.5 g 6 % Saturated Fat 2 g 10 % Trans Fat 0 g Cholesterol 40 mg 13 % Sodium 530 mg 23 % Total Carbohydrate 28 g 10 % Dietary Fiber 2 g 7 % Total Sugars 2 g Added Sugars 0 g 0 % Protein 25 g Vitamin D 0 mcg 0 % Calcium 155 mg 10 % Iron 3 mg 15 % Potassium 385 mg 8 %

Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: Beef, cheese, fall, main, main course, noodle, soup

Green Enchilada Soup

December 13, 2024 by Dinner Tonight

This Green Enchilada Soup is a comforting flavorful dish inspired by the tangy, savory flavors of green enchiladas.  Made with shredded chicken, green enchilada sauce, broth and green verde salsa, it’s creamy, mildly spicy soup is perfect for warming up on chilly days.


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Ingredients
  • 2.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 14 ounces green enchilada sauce
  • 24 ounces chicken broth no salt added
  • 1 cup nonfat milk
  • 4 ounces light cream cheese
  • 12 ounces salsa verde
  • 15 ounces canned great northern beans
  • 2 ounces Monterey Jack Cheese for topping
Servings: 1 cup servings
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  1. Clean and wipe your area.
  2. In a crock pot add chicken breasts, green enchilada sauce, salsa verde, chicken broth and northern beans
  3. About 30 minutes before serving remove chicken and shred.
  4. Add shredded chicken back to the crock pot and add the cream cheese and milk.
  5. Let cream cheese melt and stir until mixed well.
  6. Serve 1 cup of soup on a bowl and top with a sprinkle of Monterey jack cheese.
  7. Enjoy!
Recipe Notes

Crock Pot Green Enchilada Chicken Soup Nutrition Facts Serving size 1 cup servings per container 12 Amount per serving Calories 230 % Daily Value Total Fat 7 g 9 % Saturated Fat 2 g 10 % Trans Fat 0 g Cholesterol 75 mg 25 % Sodium 540 mg 23 % Total Carbohydrate 13 g 5 % Dietary Fiber 3 g 11 % Total Sugars 3 g Added Sugars 0 g 0 % Protein 28 g Vitamin D 0 mcg 0 % Calcium 80 mg 6 % Iron 2 mg 10 % Potassium 680 mg 15 %

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