Crock Pot Tortellini Spinach Soup

 

This recipe has to be one of the most flavorful and simple soup recipes I’ve ever tried. It is hearty and filled with cheesy tortellini, spinach, tomatoes and a wonderful blend of spices making it oh-so-delicious.

• 1 - 16 oz. bag frozen cheese tortellini
• 1 bag of fresh spinach
• 2 cans (10.5 oz) Italian style diced tomatoes
• 6 cups chicken broth (I use less sodium version)
• 1 package cream cheese (8 oz.)
• 1 tsp. cumin
• 1 tsp. oregano
• 1 tsp. garlic pepper
• Salt and pepper to taste.

Instructions

1. Place all ingredients in the crock pot.
2. Make sure cream cheese is cut up in 1 inch cubes before placing in crock pot.
3. Cook on HIGH for 3-4 hours stirring occasionally.
4. Serve warm.

 

Recipe adapted from Gracie Road.

Ham, Swiss and Spinach Quiche

Ham, Swiss and Spinach Quiche

Prepare a warm, filling Ham, Swiss and Spinach Quiche for a breakfast dish that the whole family is sure to love.           

Ingredients

3 cups packed baby spinach, chopped

6 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 1/2 cups half and half
1/2 teaspoon salt

1 9-inch frozen pie crust

1/4 pound sliced ham, chopped

1 1/2 cups shredded Swiss cheese

Preparation

Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil, place it in oven and preheat to 375°F. Mist a medium skillet with cooking spray and warm it over medium heat. Cook spinach, stirring often, until wilted. Remove spinach to a paper towel-lined plate and pat dry.

Combine eggs, half and half and salt in a large bowl and whisk until well mixed. Arrange spinach on bottom of pie crust. Scatter ham over spinach. Sprinkle cheese over ham. Pour egg mixture into shell.
Place quiche on baking sheet and bake until filling is set and crust is golden, about 40 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes, slice into wedges, and serve hot.

 8 Servings

Cook time:40 Minutes

Prep time:10 Minutes    

 

Recipe from:

All You
DECEMBER 2008