A few weeks ago, I was fortunate enough to go to the Epcot Food and Wine festival. One of the many wonderful attractions that is available there is that there are booths for different countries and you can sample a variety of dishes from many of the countries that are represented there. This was one [...]

Great for chilly weather and better the 2nd day.  This recipe combined both fresh vegetables for their wonderful flavor, and a few ingredients straight out of a can for convience.  This soup would be perfect to take to work.
1 Cup chopped onion
1 ½ Cup sliced carrots
1 Tbl olive oil
1 ½ Cup sliced green beans, frozen, [...]

This recipe is from Executive Chef Remy Schaal of la Madeleine French Bakery & Cafe. Founded in Dallas in 1983, la Madeleine has many neighborhood cafes and bakeries in five states and Washington, D.C. Excellent potato soup!
1/8 cup unsalted butter
2 leeks, thinly sliced
1 large yellow onion, sliced
1 1/2 qt. chicken stock
4 large peeled potatoes, sliced [...]

I recently returned from vacation in coastal South Carolina & discovered She-Crab Soup! I found this recipe at my resort & made it while on vacation. It was as good or better than what we ordered in restaurants.
1/2 cup finely diced onion
1/2 cup finely diced celery
10 tablespoons butter
8 scant tablespoons flour
6 cups fish stock
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1 [...]

Home made potato soup is so comforting and perfect when you are trying to capture some of those familiar feelings of childhood.  Potatoes, milk, and other fresh vegetables make for a delightful pot of soup.
4 potatoes
1 potato for the pot
1 large can evaporated milk (at least 15 oz.)
Whole Milk
1 stick unsalted butter
1 celery stalk (no [...]

In the winter months there is nothing better than a hearty stick to your ribs stew, it may sound strange, but give it a try you will love it!!
1 can cream of mushroom soup 1 can tomato soup  1 can French onion soup 1 1/2 lbs. beef cubes about [...]

I am a born and raised Montanan – and this is the original from the Man himself – Mr. Hainline, who my family knew well…
1 (29 oz.) can diced tomatoes 1 (10.5 oz.) can condensed chicken broth, undiluted 2 Tablespoons margarine 2 Tablespoons white [...]

Enjoy this creamy chicken soup that is packed with fresh herbs and vegetables along with gnocchi.
1 small finely diced onion 1 boneless skinless chicken thigh cut in 1 inch THIN strips 1 tsp garlic 2 tablespoons EVOO 1/2 stick butter [...]

My Mama made this for us when we were children. Quick and easy to make. It was also inexpensive. Great with a grilled cheese sandwich!
1 large can diced tomatoes
3 tablespoons butter
1/4 teaspoon baking soda (helps prevent curdling)
2 cups milk
1 cup heavy cream, half and half or evaporated milk
Salt and pepper to your preference
Directions:
1. In a [...]

Le Provencal is located in the casino, Paris, in Las Vegas.  Bouillabaisse is a French soup that features fruits of the sea. 
1/4 cup olive oil
2 carrots
1 bulb fresh fennel, diced
1 leek, diced
1 rib celery, diced
1 sprig thyme
1 sprig rosemary
1 bay leaf}
10 cloves garlic, peeled and chopped
2 cups dry white wine
2 Tbl. tomato paste
1 quart fish [...]

A great comfort food for cold weather. I prefer it without onions but you can add onions when browning ground beef.
1 lb. lean ground beef
Chili powder to taste
2 6oz cans Rotel tomatoes and green chili’s
2 8oz cans chili beans
1 16oz Campbell’s tomato juice
2 C. shredded cheddar cheese
1 package Frito chips
Sour Cream
Brown ground beef in large [...]

Here is the MGM Grand specialty Spicy Jambalaya.  This is in a large quantity so you may want to consider cutting this one back in size.
6 bay leaves
10 pounds ham, diced
2 gallons water
Oil, for sautéing
5 pounds chicken breast, diced
2 pounds onion, chopped
2 pounds celery
1 1/2 pounds green pepper, chopped
1 cup green onion, chopped
2 pounds tomatoes, [...]

Le Cafe Ile St. Louis is located in the Paris in Las Vegas.  What is better than a hot bowl of onion soup with melted cheese over the top?
1 pound onion, julienned
2 oz. butter
4 oz. white wine
1/2 gallon chicken stock
1/2 gallon beef stock
1 sprig thyme
1 bay leaf
Sliced toasted bread
Sliced Gruyere cheese
Salt and pepper, to taste
In [...]

If you are going to New Orleans, Brennan’s is a restaurant you definitely want to stop at.  You can’t go wrong here, home of the Banana’s Foster dessert.  Here is their fresh Oyster Soup.
1 C. butter
2 C. celery, finely chopped
1 C. green onions finely chopped
1 1/4 C. flour
2 Tbsp. garlic, finely chopped
4 bay leaves
1 tsp. [...]

Masson’s is located in New Orleans.  This is a rich and creamy soup that should not be missed.
3 Tbsp. butter
1/2 C. chopped onion greens
1 bay leaf
1 piece chopped celery
1 chopped carrot
1 C. heavy cream
1 pinch thyme
1 qt. chicken consommé
1 C. sliced artichoke hearts (cooked, not marinated)
2 egg yolks
Sauté green onions, celery, chopped carrot, bay leaf, [...]