One of my New Year’s Resolutions was to do more cooking and make a meal a week for my family. For me, it’s a way to try out new recipes, brush up on my cooking skills, and do something nice for my family since they do so much for me.
I have looked on Pinterest, blogs, and recipe books to find different and fun meals for my family and I have found a ton that I can’t wait to try out!
Shay Shull is a blogger and cookbook author. I read her blog every day and I love her posts about family, faith and life. Mix and Match Mama is my go-to for recipes. I have made so many recipes from her and I have been so pleased with every single one. From treats, snacks, dinners, and lunches…she has so many fun and creative ways to eat meals even on busy nights.
Last week I made her Margarita Chicken Soup and it was incredible. It was easy to make since it’s a crock pot soup, I put everything in at 3:00 p.m. and we ate around 7:00 p.m.. To see her recipe click here.
This soup as hearty and filling, there were lots of different flavors and it fed 4 with leftovers! I know this will be on rotation in my house for fall and winter months. Who doesn’t like a warm bowl of soup at the end of the day?!
Here’s how I made it:
Ingredients
1 pound of chicken breast (frozen or defrosted)
2 (10 oz can) of diced tomatoes
1 can of Sprite
1 can of Black Beans
Half a bag of frozen corn or 1 can of corn
1 packet of taco seasoning
2 limes
Chips, Sour Cream or Shredded Cheese to garnish
Directions
In a slow cooker layer the ingredients (minus the limes and garnish)
Cover and cook on Low for 6-8 hours or High for 3-4 hours
When done, separate the chicken with two forks in the slow cooker.
Slice limes in quarters and then add to the soup.
Serve and garnish with sour cream, cheese, and chips.
Something else I have started to do is compile a list of my favorite recipes. This will come in handy when I am living on my own and I am craving some homecooked food or a yummy dish.
What are some of your winter go-to meals?