Bicol-Style Philippine Mussel Soup

Bicol province in the Philippines is known for its spicy food, often using coconut. Here, the coconut is in the accompanying bread, Puto. In the Philippines, sweet potato leaves are traditionally used in this soup, but in Canada, spinach makes a fine substitute. Add hot peppers to taste.

White Bean & Chicken Soup

Oven Barbecued Spareribs

The basic recipe came from the 1987 Rotary Club Polio Plus Fundraiser Recipe Book. I made it many time on our boat and at home many time. Many of our friends use it also. I have updated over the years. Its the best dam bbq oven rib recipe there is. So I told. Valerie

Old-Fashioned Beef Stew with Winter Vegetables

There are few things more satisfying than a lusty beef stew to greet family or friends at the end of the day. This recipe had its origins in the good old-fashioned cooking that has come out of Bessie Babb's kitchen in Sebringville, Ont. This stew can be made in two stages: Brown and simmer the meat one day; add the vegetables a day or two later. Serve with a piquant cabbage, apple and cauliflower salad and a light dessert.

Pumpkin Soba Noodle Soup

With fall in the air and fresh pumpkins in the patch, a soup with plant-based protein is definitely on the menu.

Irish Red Ale, Cheddar and Potato Soup

Irish red ale, named for the hue that results from adding roasted barley during brewing, lends a slightly sweet, toasted malt flavour to this update on traditional potato soup. Mature Irish Cheddar gives it a rich, sharp finish.

Company Worthy Roast Beef

I make this this so often I think I could do it in my sleep, it really is so easy, yet such a hit. My grown children always request it when they come home.

Quick Homemade Tomato Soup

It is always good to have quick nutritious recipes on hand for last-minute lunch ideas. This takes only about 10 minutes to prepare and is a delicious way to enjoy tomatoes, which have excellent amounts of vitamin C, beta carotene, potassium, folate and vitamin E.

Cream of Squash Soup with Pecan Garnish

Cabbage and White Bean Soup with Cheddar Cheese Muffins

Serve this wonderful satisfying soup for the main course and finish with a green salad. Perfect for casual entertaining! And the good news is that this meal is elegant, yet easy on the budget!