Turkey Kielbasa Chili

1 can kidney beans 

1 can ranch beans
1 can pinto beans with bacon
1 can tomato Soup
1/2 can beef broth
1 turkey kielbasa

Directions:

1. Cut kielbasa into bite sized pieces, cover with beef broth. Salt, pepper, and Herbs de Provence to taste.
2. Simmer uncovered for 15 minutes over med-low heat.
3. Mix in beans and tomato soup.
4. Simmer until thoroughly heated.
5. Top with shredded cheese (optional)

Cold Weather Chowder

As we find ourselves turning up the heat and breaking out the fuzzy pajama pants; I recently decided to make potato soup, only to find that I had only 2 big potatoes left. So I improvised on some of the ingredients and ended up creating this delicious meat-free chowder.

2 medium sized potatoes (2 cups) diced

1 cup diced carrots
2 cups (1 can) sweet corn
3 medium sized mushrooms sliced
1 1/2 cups milk
3/4 cup water
1 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
Cornstarch

Directions:

1. In medium saucepan cover and simmer potatoes, carrots, salt, pepper and water for 15 minutes.
2. Add corn & mushrooms and simmer for another 10 minutes.
3. Add milk, stirring until heated. DO NOT BOIL!
4. Stir in cornstarch a little at a time until you reach desired thickness.
5. Serve hot with your favorite bread or crackers.