#colddaymeal

This hearty and nutritious red lentil soup is packed with flavor from aromatic spices and vegetables. It's a comforting meal that's perfect for chilly days.

Ingredients: 1 cup red lentils. 1 onion, chopped. 2 carrots, chopped. 2 cloves garlic, minced. 1 teaspoon ground cumin. 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric. 1/2 teaspoon paprika. 4 cups vegetable broth. 1 can 14 oz diced tomatoes. Salt and pepper, to taste. Fresh cilantro, for garnish.

Instructions: In a large pot, saut onions and carrots until softened, about 5 minutes. Add garlic, cumin, turmeric, and paprika. Cook for another minute until fragrant. Stir in red lentils, vegetable broth, and diced tomatoes. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes until lentils are tender. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes

Comforting flavors of homemade Pelmeni, traditional Russian dumplings filled with a savory blend of ground beef and pork. Perfect for warming up on a chilly day.

A tasty beef and noodles dish that is cooked slowly in a crockpot and is great for a hearty dinner on a cold day.

Ingredients: 2 lbs beef stew meat. 1 onion, diced. 3 cloves garlic, minced. 2 cups beef broth. 1 cup red wine. 1 can 10.5 oz cream of mushroom soup. 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce. 1 tsp dried thyme. 1 tsp dried rosemary. Salt and pepper to taste. 12 oz egg noodles. 2 tbsp cornstarch. 2 tbsp water. Chopped parsley for garnish.

Instructions: In a slow cooker, combine beef, onion, garlic, beef broth, red wine, cream of mushroom soup, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours or until beef is tender. In the last 30 minutes of cooking, stir in the egg noodles. In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water until smooth, then stir into the slow cooker to thicken the sauce. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 480 minutes

This Chunky Italian Turkey Fennel Soup is a hearty and flavorful dish perfect for chilly days. Packed with lean ground turkey, aromatic vegetables, and Italian herbs, it's a comforting meal that's both satisfying and nutritious.

Ingredients: 1 lb ground turkey. 1 fennel bulb, diced. 1 onion, diced. 2 carrots, diced. 2 celery stalks, diced. 3 cloves garlic, minced. 1 can 14 oz diced tomatoes. 6 cups chicken broth. 1 tsp dried basil. 1 tsp dried oregano. 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes. Salt and pepper to taste. 1 cup small pasta such as ditalini or elbow macaroni. Fresh parsley for garnish.

Instructions: In a large pot, cook ground turkey over medium heat until browned. Add diced fennel, onion, carrots, celery, and minced garlic. Cook until vegetables are tender, about 5-7 minutes. Stir in diced tomatoes, chicken broth, basil, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer. Add pasta and cook until al dente, according to package instructions, usually about 8-10 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes

A delicious and easy-to-make chili burger that combines the flavors of a classic chili with the convenience of a burger. Perfect for a hearty meal on a cold day.

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef. 1/2 cup diced onion. 1/2 cup diced bell pepper. 1 can 14 oz diced tomatoes. 1 can 14 oz kidney beans, drained and rinsed. 1/4 cup chili powder. 1 tsp cumin. 1/2 tsp garlic powder. Salt and pepper to taste. 4 hamburger buns. 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese. Sliced jalapeos optional. Sour cream optional.

Instructions: Over medium-high heat, break up the ground beef as you cook it in a large skillet. Cook until it's browned. Put the bell pepper and onion dices in the pan and cook them until they get soft. Add the kidney beans, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper, and mix them in. Simmer for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring every now and then. Toast the hamburger buns and set them aside while the chili is cooking. Place a large amount of chili on the bottom half of each bun to serve. If you want, you can add shredded cheddar cheese and sliced jalapeos on top. Put the top half of the bun on top. Serve hot with sour cream if you want, and enjoy!

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes

This slow cooker beef stew is a hearty and comforting dish perfect for chilly days. It's packed with tender chunks of beef, flavorful vegetables, and a rich broth that's sure to warm you up from the inside out.

Ingredients: 2 lbs beef chuck, cubed. 3 large carrots, sliced. 3 medium potatoes, cubed. 1 onion, diced. 3 cloves garlic, minced. 4 cups beef broth. 1/4 cup tomato paste. 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce. 1 teaspoon dried thyme. 1 teaspoon dried rosemary. 1 bay leaf. Salt and pepper to taste. 2 tablespoons cornstarch optional, for thickening.

Instructions: Cowboy beans, potatoes, onions, garlic, and carrots should all be put in the slow cooker. Spices like thyme, rosemary, bay leaf, salt, and pepper should be mixed together in a different bowl with the beef broth and tomato paste. Mix the broth and water together and pour it over the vegetables and beef in the slow cooker. Turn the heat to low and cook for 8 hours or high for 4 hours, until the vegetables are soft and the beef is cooked all the way through. You can add cornstarch and a little water to the stew in the last 30 minutes of cooking to make it thicker if you want to. Take the bay leaf off before you serve. Enjoy your tasty beef stew from the slow cooker!

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 240 minutes

This low-carb and gluten-free Italian Wedding Soup is a take on a classic comfort food. This soup is hearty, healthy, and perfect for a cozy meal on a cold day. It has homemade meatballs, baby spinach, and a flavorful chicken broth. Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley are used to season the meatballs, which gives the soup a delicious Italian taste.

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef or pork. 1/2 cup almond flour. 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese. 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley. 1 egg, beaten. 6 cups chicken broth. 2 cups baby spinach. 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese for serving. Salt and pepper to taste.

Instructions: In a large bowl, combine the ground beef or pork, almond flour, 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, chopped fresh parsley, and beaten egg. Mix well to combine. Shape the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter. In a large pot, bring the chicken broth to a boil over medium heat. Carefully drop the meatballs into the boiling broth, one at a time. Reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer for about 10-15 minutes, until the meatballs are cooked through. Stir in the baby spinach and let it wilt in the soup. Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste. Serve the soup hot, garnished with additional grated Parmesan cheese, if desired. Enjoy this delicious and comforting Italian Wedding Soup, low carb and gluten-free, perfect for a satisfying keto meal!

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

A hearty and flavorful red bean soup that's perfect for a comforting meal on chilly days.

Ingredients: 1 cup dried red beans. 6 cups water. 1 onion, chopped. 2 cloves garlic, minced. 1 bell pepper, chopped. 1 can diced tomatoes. 1 teaspoon chili powder. 1 teaspoon cumin. Salt and pepper to taste. 2 tablespoons olive oil.

Instructions: Rinse the red beans and soak them in water overnight. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onions, garlic, and bell pepper. Saut until softened. Add soaked red beans, diced tomatoes, chili powder, cumin, salt, pepper, and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until beans are tender. Adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve hot.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 120 minutes