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French Lentil Rice Soup

May 2, 2024 by Karen Breyer Leave a Comment

Yield: 8 servings

French Lentil Rice Soup

French Lentil Rice Soup

Ingredients

  • 8 cups chicken broth (see notes for vegan option)
  • 2 cups lentils, sorted and rinsed
  • 1 1/2 cups carrots, diced small
  • 1 1/2 cups onion, diced small
  • 1 1/2 cups celery, diced small
  • 1/4 cup brown rice, uncooked
  • 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
  • 2 teaspoons thyme
  • 1 - 1 1/2 teaspoons Kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

    1: Add all the ingredients to a crockpot or slow cooker. Stir well.
    2: Cover. Cook on high for 3 1/2 to 4 1/2 hours or low for 7 to 8 hours. Cook until the lentils are as soft as you like them.

Notes

You can use 8 teaspoons of vegan (or regular) instant chicken broth/seasoning and 8 cups of water instead of the liquid chicken broth.

Add fewer lentils for a thinner soup.

Cut this recipe in half for 4 - 5 servings.

Reheated French Lentil Rice Soup tastes great and makes an easy meal.

You can adjust the seasonings to your taste.

In today’s video, I’ll show you how to make delicious and nutritious French Lentil Rice Soup in your crockpot or slow cooker. This easy, healthy recipe is perfect for busy days when you want a comforting meal that practically cooks itself.

This French Lentil Rice Soup is made with wholesome ingredients like French lentils, brown rice, vegetables, and flavorful herbs and spices. It is not only satisfying but also packed with protein, fiber, and essential nutrients. Plus, it’s vegan-friendly and gluten-free, making it suitable for various dietary preferences.

In this step-by-step tutorial, I’ll walk you through preparing and assembling all the ingredients in your crockpot, setting it to cook, and returning to a delicious aroma filling your kitchen hours later. It’s the perfect recipe for meal prep or lazy weeknight dinners.

Whether you’re a seasoned chef or new to cooking, this French Lentil Rice Soup recipe will become a staple in your kitchen. Watch this cooking video and try this easy, healthy, and satisfying recipe today!

I Have Some Very Sad News: A Heartfelt Update

April 29, 2024 by Karen Breyer Leave a Comment

In today’s video, I wanted to take a couple of minutes to share some personal updates and reflections with you all. It’s been a while since I last posted, and I owe you an explanation. Life has taken an unexpected and very sad turn. While this video may be different from my usual cooking lessons, I hope you’ll join me as I open up and share from the heart. Thank you for your patience and support during this time. I am hopeful for new future cooking adventures and for sharing my next chapter with you.

Testing Yeast Activity

October 4, 2023 by Karen Breyer Leave a Comment

Testing Yeast Activity

Testing Yeast Activity

Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/2 cup water, warm (not hot)
  • 1 packet (2 1/4 teaspoons) yeast, dry

Instructions

    1: Add the sugar and warm water to a 1-cup liquid measuring cup. Stir until the sugar is dissolved.
    2: Sprinkle in 1 packet of yeast. (Stir it if you want to, but you don’t need to)
    3: In a few minutes the yeast will be activated and start to foam.
    4: After 10 minutes the foamy yeast should have a rounded top and reach the top of the cup or higher.
    5: If the yeast reaches the 1 cup mark it is active. If it did not, discard it.
    6: Use the activated yeast right away in a recipe. Make sure to deduct 1/2 cup of liquid from the recipe.

Notes

The warm water should be between 110 - 115 degrees.
One packet of yeast = .25 ounce = 7 g = 2 1/4 teaspoons.

In this video, Karen Breyer will show you easy-to-follow steps to Test Yeast Activity to make sure your yeast is ready for baking. This is an important skill for making great bread and rolls. By the end of this video, you will know if your yeast is good to go for your baking adventure. Watch this video and find out if your yeast is active and ready for baking.

Taco Seasoned Oven Fries

September 12, 2023 by Karen Breyer Leave a Comment

Taco Seasoned Oven Fries

Taco Seasoned Oven Fries

Ingredients

  • 2 large or 3 medium potatoes, baking
  • 2 - 3 teaspoons oil (Olive, vegetable or grapeseed)
  • 2 teaspoons taco seasoning (or to taste)
  • 1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt (or to taste)
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper, ground (or to taste)

Instructions

    1: Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Line baking pan with parchment paper or silicone baking mat.
    2: Clean and pat dry the potatoes.
    3: Cut the potatoes lengthwise in 1/2 inch thick wedges.
    4: Place cut potatoes in a bowl. Add oil. Mix together until all sides of the potatoes are oiled.
    5: Place potato wedges skin side down on baking pan.
    6: Sprinkle with taco seasoning, salt and pepper.
    7: Bake 25 - 30 minutes or until potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork and are browned to your desired doneness. Add more salt if desired.

Notes

Thicker potato wedges will take longer to cook and smaller ones cook faster. You can take the smaller ones out earlier if they get done sooner.
Adjust the seasonings to your taste.

Try these amazing Taco Seasoned Oven Fries! They are easy to make and healthy too. Make these fries with only a few ingredients. This is a budget-friendly recipe that everyone will love! These Taco Seasoned Fries are perfect for a side dish or snack. Eat them plain or dip them in sour cream, guacamole, ketchup or ranch dressing. This is a super tasty recipe that everyone will love! In this cooking video Karen Breyer will show you step-by-step how to make these Taco Seasoned Oven Fries. Watch this cooking video and make these delicious Taco Seasoned Oven Fries today!

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