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Easy Broccoli and Cheddar Soup (Video)

December 7, 2018 Leave a Comment

How do you get a child to eat broccoli? Why, put it in cheese, of course! If you like Panera’s Broccoli and Cheddar soup, then you will love this one for sure. A favorite flavor already made even better. Restaurant-style recipes made at home from scratch tastes so much better and this soup proves it!

What is there not to like about this creamy, full of flavor, loaded with vegetables, and easy to make a delicious bowl of soup? It so smooth, satisfying, and best of all, quick! Literally, this soup can be made in less than 30 minutes.

Soup in general, is my go-to comfort food, especially during this time of year. A nice, steamy bowl of soup is the perfect remedy for the cold days. If you love soup as well, see many more scrumptious recipes in my soup section. You can enjoy it for lunch or dinner EVERY SINGLE DAY! May you stay warm, and your tummy full. 😉

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Engagement of Elih and Elona + Tips on Hosting a Party

November 30, 2018 By Valya of Valya's Taste of Home 18 Comments

Our big family is getting bigger! I cannot believe myself that I’m even saying this! I don’t even know where the time went, and our kids are growing up so fast like “yeast in dough”. Oh, but the reality is real! That’s a span of life! We get older and our kids are growing up…

Instant Pot Creamy Mashed Potatoes Recipe

November 21, 2018 By Valya of Valya's Taste of Home 2 Comments

Is there anything more comforting food than mashed potatoes? It never gets old at our house. I really wanted to post this quick, creamy, and delicious Instant Pot version of it before Thanksgiving to save you time in the upcoming holiday cooking! You know what is the most important thing I absolutely love about making mashed potatoes in the Instant Pot? Once you mash the potato with a hand mixer (or a potato masher) it can be kept in the pot on warm cycle for hours. The taste and texture are the same as it was just freshly mashed!

Is there anything more comforting food than mashed potatoes? Mashed potatoes are also said to be a secondary bread for most people, especially in the countryside I was born. It was as common as bread because kids love it and its very filling. It never gets old at our house as well. I really wanted…

Butternut Squash Pasta Salad Recipe

November 16, 2018 By Valya of Valya's Taste of Home Leave a Comment

This make ahead, and crowd-pleasing side dish is another gem in a Thanksgiving spread. Or any gathering, really. Organic pasta tossed with fresh broccoli, cauliflower, roasted butternut squash and dressed with homemade ranch makes this salad taste absolutely incredible! There is so much variety when it comes to pasta salads. You can never go wrong…

Easy Roasted Butternut Squash Recipe

November 9, 2018 By Valya of Valya's Taste of Home 2 Comments

Growing up, butternut squash was not a common food that appeared on our table, so I was not accustomed to it. I didn’t want to try it for a while but decided to taste what the pear-looking melon fuss was all about. After I tried this roasted version of it, I fell in love with…

2018 Thanksgiving Giveaway!

November 1, 2018 By Valya of Valya's Taste of Home 82 Comments

I’m humbled and so thankful to God for each and every one of you my friends, readers, and followers. I’d like to take a special moment to directly address all of you and express my utmost gratitude. Your comments, emails have been very encouraging, inspiring and affirming to me. These daily blessings and kind words…

Easy Thanksgiving Appetizers

October 26, 2018 By Valya of Valya's Taste of Home 3 Comments

It’s that time of the year again, believe it or not, where we start planning our Thanksgiving menu! In today’s Easy Thanksgiving Appetizers post, I pieced together incredibly delicious and easy to make appetizers just for you my friends to help you ease your holiday feast planning and prep. To minimize the chaos, I love…

Instant Pot Chicken Split Pea Soup Recipe

October 19, 2018 By Valya of Valya's Taste of Home 6 Comments

What goes well with a chilly, fall day? A hearty bowl of steamy-hot soup! This Instant Pot Chicken Split Pea Soup Recipe is unique and fantastic. Its light, but also tastes rich and satisfying. It will also do a great job at keeping chills at bay and make you feel all warm and cozy inside….

Pumpkin Tiramisu Cake Recipe

October 12, 2018 By Valya of Valya's Taste of Home 6 Comments

Beautifully piped soft tasty frosting and the dusted cocoa powder give this cake a stunning look that's too good to pass up. When describing the taste of the cake, the first word that comes to mind is amazing! Your mouth waters just by the looks of it, and the taste won’t disappoint.

Who’s enjoying the pumpkin season? Here is another tasty pumpkin recipe for you’ll to adore! This Pumpkin Tiramisu Cake Recipe is the perfect segue into the colorful Fall season and all its delicious flavors! It is not overly sweet but is very fluffy, moist and delicious. It’s perfect for this time of the year because…

Make-Ahead Freezer Breakfast Burritos

October 5, 2018 By Valya of Valya's Taste of Home 8 Comments

These Make-ahead Breakfast Burritos are super easy to put together. It doesn't get any easier than just reheat and eat!

These Make-Ahead Breakfast Burritos are super easy to put together and brilliant for busy schedules. All the breakfast taste, zero-time spent cooking. It doesn’t get any easier than this: reheat and eat! They are wrapped in freezer paper which has a plastic lining inside that prevents food from freezer burns and allows it to be…