Guys, we're doing it! We are having a healthy January without sacrificing flavor. That's exactly what this Thai carrot noodle soup with chicken is! It's healthy: packed with veggies + ginger and garlic (good for immunity). It's flavorful: layered with all the best - salty, tangy, sweet, spicy, savory. It's satisfying: Packed with a lean protein - chicken breast, and healthy fats - coconut oil and coconut milk. This recipe is one that surprised me. I had a hint of an idea, bought a bunch … [Read more...]
The Best Instant Pot Chili
Hi, are you ready to cozy up to a hearty, warming bowl of instant pot chili? Because IMO it's not fall without a some chili that's slightly spicy, just enough to warm you up, and packed with ground beef, red kidney beans, tomatoes, and crunchy veggies. Comfort food to the max!!! One of the first recipes I shared on the blog was a recipe for my Grandma's Chili. Growing up her chili was the only kind I would eat. As an adult, I still think it's the best chili I've ever had. No crazy … [Read more...]
Instant Pot Ginger Turmeric Carrot Soup
Well hello there beautiful creamy ginger carrot turmeric soup! Made in the Instant Pot you say? YES! You're only 30 minutes away from silky smooth soup. And you barely have to lift a finger. Well except to chop the carrots, but after that all you do is turn on your Instant Pot and let it take care of the rest. Go put your feet up my friend, you deserve it! Dear, Instant Pot, you truly are magical! The Instant pot is like the unicorn of cooking appliances. It can do almost anything and take … [Read more...]
Healing Instant Pot Bone Broth
First Instant Pot recipe here on Robust Recipes!!!! Happy dance! But don't worry there are directions in the notes for a slow cooker version too! Have you guys heard about bone broth? It's all the rage in the health food world - move over kale. JK kale, I still love you! Half of you are probably like...umm bone broth is broth for soup, right? The other half of you are probably like umm....YAAASSS GIVE ME ALL THE BONE BROTH!!! No, I'm not talking about bone broth for soup. Although, yes … [Read more...]
Thai Curry Soup with Crispy Tofu
Our very first TOFU recipe is coming at ya!!!! And our 2nd recipe of 2018. I'm kinda digging the beautiful golden color of turmeric! Last recipe was my favorite golden granola with turmeric as the star. Now this Thai curry soup has a lovely golden hue due to the curry powder that has turmeric as it's base! Not planned BTW. Maybe I should keep the theme going?! All golden recipes for January?! GOLDEN POWER! Moving on. I don't know why it's taken me THIS LONG to start working with tofu … [Read more...]
Healthier Broccoli Cauliflower Cheese Soup (+ Vegan Option)
What comes to mind when you think of broccoli cheese soup? Comfort food, delicious, rich, indulgent, cheesy, creamy, delicious. Yes, me too! The last thing that comes to mind when we think of broccoli cheese soup, is healthy. I mean yes there is broccoli in there, so there is some veggies with nutritional value in it. BUT let's be honest, broccoli cheese soup is just an excuse to eat watered down cheese dip. I know, the truth hurts sometimes. Don't get me wrong I LOVE broccoli cheese … [Read more...]
15 Minute Creamy Tomato Basil Soup
First soup of the season! HEY FALL, I am officially ready for you now! I have my cozy bowl of hot soup to keep me warm during a chilly 50 degree day! But of course, we've had gorgeous September weather lately. Highs of 75 to 80 degrees. I finally decide to embrace fall and our September turns out to be warmer than our August was. So backwards. Really, I'm not complaining - I will enjoy end of summer weather for as long as it decides to grace me with it's presence. I love you … [Read more...]
Roasted Cauliflower Soup with Arugula Pesto
Hi friends, I am having a moment with soup! First I shared my Slow Cooker Chicken and Wild Rice Soup, then my Dairy Free Zuppa Toscana Soup. Last Wednesday I shared a bonus post of 16 Gluten Free Soups for When You're Sick - a round up of simple, nourishing, comforting soups from food bloggers to help you feel better when you're under the weather. AND NOW my Roasted Cauliflower Soup with Arugula Pesto!!!! To be honest, I LOVE all of these soup recipes but it's a little hard to think about hot … [Read more...]
16 Gluten Free Soups for When You’re Sick
I interrupt our scheduled broadcasting to bring you my first ever recipe round up, 16 Gluten Free Soups for When You're Sick!! Last week when I posted my Slow Cooker Chicken and Wild Rice Soup I discussed how I'm a horrible sick person. I can't handle any real life things when I'm sick. When I came down with terrible cold on January 1st I realized that there is a huge need for some simple, easy to make, and nourishing soups for when you're sick or feeling under the weather. We NEED a list of … [Read more...]
Slow Cooker Chicken and Wild Rice Soup
It's time for a big healing bowl of Slow Cooker Chicken and Wild Rice Soup! Put on your cozy sweater and slippers and get settled in. Nothing beats a hot bowl of chicken soup, am I right? Especially when you are sick or feeling under the weather. I came down with a real nasty cold on January 1st that lasted about a week and half, ugh the worst! Guys, I am not a very good sick person. There are some people who can push through their cold and still go on with their every day lives - I envy them, … [Read more...]