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A tasty soup that combines the comforting elements of chicken tortilla soup with the richness of tortellini cheese. Great for a cozy night in or having people over. Ingredients: 1 lb chicken breast, cooked and shredded 6 cups chicken broth 2 cups cheese tortellini 1 cup salsa verde 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed 1 cup corn kernels 1 cup diced tomatoes 1 cup shredded cheese blend 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro 1/4 cup diced green chilies 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tsp ground cumin 1 tsp chili powder Salt and pepper to taste Tortilla strips for garnish Instructions: Put black beans, corn, tomatoes, green chilies, garlic, cumin, and chili powder in a large pot Add salsa verde and mix well Bring up the temperature Add the cheese tortellini to the pot and cook it the way the package says to Turn down the heat once the tortellini is done S...

A tasty way to use up extra mashed potatoes is to make these crispy fritters. They are a tasty snack or side dish because they are full of sweet corn and gooey cheddar cheese. Ingredients: 2 cups mashed potatoes 1 cup canned corn kernels, drained 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 2 eggs 1/4 cup chopped fresh chives Salt and pepper to taste Vegetable oil for frying Instructions: In a large mixing bowl, combine mashed potatoes, corn, cheddar cheese, flour, eggs, chives, salt, and pepper Mix until well combined Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat Scoop about 1/4 cup of the potato mixture and form into a patty Carefully place the patty into the hot oil and fry until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side Remove the fritters from the oil and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil Serve hot and enjoy!

This hearty Beef & Pasta Tomato Soup is a comforting and satisfying meal, perfect for chilly days. Ground beef, onions, garlic, diced tomatoes, and pasta simmered in a flavorful broth create a delicious soup that will warm you up from the inside out. Ingredients: 1 pound ground beef 1 medium onion, diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 can 28 ounces diced tomatoes 4 cups beef broth 1 cup water 1 teaspoon dried basil 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme Salt and pepper to taste 1 cup uncooked small pasta such as macaroni or small shells 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley Grated Parmesan cheese for serving optional Instructions: In a large pot or Dutch oven, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned, breaking it up into crumbles as it cooks Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the pot Cook until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes ...

A crispy cracker crust made in the air fryer will make your regular mac 'n' cheese taste better. The top is crunchy and creamy at the same time! Ingredients: 2 cups elbow macaroni 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese 1 cup milk 2 tablespoons butter 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1 cup crushed buttery crackers e g , Ritz 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese Cooking spray Instructions: Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente Drain and set aside In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter Stir in the flour to create a roux Cook for 2-3 minutes until it turns a light golden color Gradually whisk in the milk, salt, and black pepper, continuing to cook and whisk until the mixture thickens and becomes smooth, about 5 minutes Reduce heat to low, add the shredded cheddar cheese, ...

Fill these vegan manicotti with a creamy mixture of spinach and tofu ricotta. Then bake them in marinara sauce until they are just right. This dish is filling and tasty, and it's great for a cozy dinner. Ingredients: 1 package vegan manicotti shells 2 cups frozen spinach, thawed and drained 1 1/2 cups firm tofu, drained and crumbled 1/2 cup vegan ricotta cheese 1/4 cup nutritional yeast 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 teaspoon dried basil 1/2 teaspoon onion powder Salt and pepper to taste 2 cups marinara sauce 1/4 cup vegan mozzarella cheese, shredded optional Instructions: Preheat the oven to 375F 190C Cook the manicotti shells according to package instructions Drain and set aside to cool In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained spinach, crumbled tofu, vegan ricotta cheese, nutritional yeast, minced garlic, dried oregano, dried basi...