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Have a Cold? Try "Cabbage Soup"

My husband has a bad cold this weekend and he asked me if we had any can soup. I don't buy can soups.

 So I looked to see what I might have in the refrigerator  for homemade soup. I had purple and green cabbage. Next I went to my favorite site Pinterest and found lots of cabbage soup recipes. 
I found  "All You Can Eat" Cabbage Soup by BudgetBytes. I had almost have everything I needed to make this. I used chicken broth instead of vegetable broth and didn't have any lemons. 
It was easy and fast to make took about hour and it was smelling so delicious.

My husband Mark loved this and he made him feel a little bit better. Of course I couldn't help myself I had to try this it was very tasty full of flavors and the vegetables weren't over cooked. 
I would make this again! 
Here is the recipe https://www.pinterest.com/pin/255720085076328081/

       I take no credit for recipe and pictures are my own.

Ergo Chef Pro Series 11 Pc. Knife Block Set w/ Forged Steak Knives Giveaway

Ergo Chef Pro Series 11 Pc. Knife Block Set w/ Forged Steak Knives Giveaway

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 Ergo Chef Pro Series 11 Pc. Knife Block Set w/ Forged Steak Knives Giveaway

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Holiday Contest and Sweeps has the pleasure to review the "Ergo Chef Pro Series 11Pc Knife Block Set w/Forged Steak Knives Giveaway". Ergo Chef Cutlery has graciously contributed this amazing knife block set and with the help of over 30 fellow bloggers whom will bring one lucky winner whom lives in the Continental United States and 18+ years of age their very own set to win.

A few years ago I had the pleasure to try out a few of the Pro Series Knives and I can tell that they are as sharp today as they were back then..The Pro Series 7" Santoku Knife will cut any selection of meat with no effort at all.

In the Collins English Thesaurus Pro, means outstanding, good, great, fine, prime. This is the simplest way to describe the Ergo Chef Pro Series 11 Pc. Knife Block Set w/ Forged Steak Knives These knives stay paper thin sharp for year and years to come and will never let you down. Scott and Mike are a set of brothers that are dedicated to bring their customers only the best when it comes to perfect craftsmanship to each and every product they create and manufacture. In 2002 Scott and Mike brought the world of Cutlery a line of products with ergonomically designed knives to us all. Let me tell you that if you suffer from Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Tendonitis or Arthritis these knives are a God Send and soon became one across the world as cooking was more enjoyable and less painful. They even help the non-afflicted cut easier, as they are truly a natural extension of your hand.

The Pro-Series 7" Santoku Knife

The Pro-Series 7" Santoku features our patented ergonomic design for unmatched comfort in the cut. The handle is angled for a natural feel and the blade is precision tapered with a 18 degree cutting edge all designed for perfect balance. This is one of the lightest fully forged 7" Santoku's available today. The patented angle & the light weight provide less strain on the hand wrist & forearm offering the most efficiency possible when cutting. The thin blade allows for extremely precise and smooth cuts. Great for Onions, Tomatoes, Peppers, Carrots, Celery and all veggies & fruit

Features: Pro-Series line was highly rated in leading consumer test magazine Patented Ergonomic design tested and proven to reduce strain and improve efficiency Blade Size: 7" Length of Cut x 2.125" Tall x .080" Thick blade Handle: 4.8" Long Including Bolster x ..625" wide x .950 tall in middle Handle Material: Injection Molded P.O.M over full tang with 3 aircraft aluminum rivets Steel Type: Fully Forged German made X50CrMoV15 Carbon Stainless Steel Designed and Patented in the USA, manufactured to our specifications in Taiwan Warranty: Lifetime Limited Warranty Guarantee: 30 Day Money Back if your not completely satisfied.

  8" Offset Serrated Bread Knife

The ergonomic handle provides proven comfort and the offset keeps your knuckles off the cutting surface for safer use. Manufactured with High Carbon German Stainless steel and fully forged for extreme durability. The handle is slightly smaller than our 9" Bread knife. A must have knife for cutting bread, fruits & sandwiches. Features: Pro-Series line was highly rated in leading consumer test magazine Patented Ergonomic design tested and proven to reduce strain and improve efficiency Serrated Edge: Wide D style serrations reduce drag & tearing for smooth cuts producing very little crumbs Guarantee: 30 Day Money Back if your not completely satisfied.

6" Utility Knife

This popular 6" utility knife is fully forged for durability with a precision 18 degree edge for precise cutting. Crafted from high carbon German Stainless Steel and heat treated for long edge life like all our Pro Series knives. Perfect for smaller cutting tasks, from meat, fish, vegetables, fruit & even cheese. Features: Pro-Series line was highly rated in leading consumer test magazine Blade Size: 6" Length of Cut x 1.2" Tall x .100" Thick Stock Handle: 4.8" Long Including Bolster x .625" wide x .950 tall in middle Handle Material: Injection Molded P.O.M over full tang with 3 aircraft aluminum rivets Steel Type: Fully Forged German made X50CrMoV15 Carbon Stainless Steel Designed in the USA & Manufactured to our exact specifications & industries highest quality standards in Taiwan Warranty: Lifetime Limited Warranty Guarantee: 30 Day Money Back if your not completely satisfied.  And the Forever Clever 3.5" Paring Knife

This Ergo Chef 3.5" Paring knife handle is longer and wider than standard knives (Cutlery): with smooth edges, giving you more comfort and control. Ideal for peeling and slicing small fruits and vegetables, creating garnishes and it's perfect for all small cutting tasks. Pro Series Paring knife Cutlery.

Features: Pro-Series line was highly rated in leading consumer test magazine Blade Size: 3.4" Length of Cut x .850" Tall x .085" Thick back of blade tapered down to .018" before razor sharp edge Handle: 4.175" Long Including Bolster x 1/2" wide x .780 tall at belly of handle Weight: 2.8 Oz. Handle Material: Injection Molded P.O.M over full tang with 3 aircraft aluminum rivets Steel Type: Fully Forged German made X50CrMoV15 Carbon Stainless Steel Designed and Patented in the USA, manufactured to our exact specifications & industries highest quality standards in Taiwan Warranty: Lifetime Limited Warranty Guarantee: 30 Day Money Back if your not completely satisfied.

Along with 4 Pro-Series Forged Steak Knives

The Ergo Chef Pro-Series Fully Forged 4 Piece Steak Knife Set is a perfect addition to any table setting. The simple yet elegant handle design compliments any table and provides comfortable control. The blade has wide serrated edges that are razor sharp designed for perfect cutting of all red meat, chicken, pork & vegetables without tearing the food. The handle is crafted from POM a composite plastic for durability, and covers a full tang inside the handle all the way back to rivet for prefect balance and seamless bacteria control. This set fits perfectly into most wooden knife blocks or can be stored back in the packaging for safe keeping. FEATURES:Blades: Fully forged German made Steel (X50CrMoV15) with specially designed wide serrated edges for smooth slicing into all meat and poultry. Quality & performance Guaranteed! Heat Treat: 55-57 HRC for long lasting sharpness Handles: Simple sheik design is made with P.O.M. a durable composite plastic for lifetime of use. Blade Length: 4.950" Handle Length: 4.300" Over All Length: 9.250" Warranty: Lifetime Limited Warranty & 30 Day Money Back Satisfaction Guarantee! Tip: Did you know you can easily sharpen and keep these steak knives tuned up with our Oval Diamond Sharpener? Yes it's true, in fact all of our steak knives can be sharpened with our Pro-Series 10" or 12" Oval Diamond Coated Sharpening rod here: https://www.ergochef.com/KnifeSharpeners.php Care: Hand Wash with soft sponge, Towel dry and store away after each use This Ergo Chef Pro-Series 11pc. Knife Block Set comes with the following pieces forged from German Carbon Stainless Steel for durability. 7" Santoku, 8" Offset Serrated Bread knife, 6" Utility, & 3.5" Paring. Four Pro-Series II stamped steak knives with full tang and serrated edges for smooth cuts of all meat & vegetables. Our Pro-Series Heavy Duty come-apart Multi-Function Kitchen Shears cut bone, open packages & even peel vegetables. The Pro-Series 10" Diamond Sharpening tool will keep all the knives sharp as new with a few light passes when needed. All pieces store safely in the 10 slot natural grain wooden block. Knife care: Hand wash with hot water, dish soap & a soft sponge. Towel dry & store to keep them looking as good as new. FEATURES: Fully Forged Knives Included: 7" Santoku w/ Hollow Grounds, 8" Offset Serrated Bread Knife, 6" Utility w/ Hollow Grounds & 3.5" Paring knife. Stamped Knives: QTY. 4 Pro-Series II Serrated Steak knives with full tang and triple rivet handle. Sharpener: 10" Pro-Series Oval Diamond Coated Sharpening Rod - This lightly "sharpens" all the knives by taking off a few microns of material with each pass. Most sets only have a honing rod which does not sharpen. Use once every few months after proper use of the knives in a home kitchen. Kitchen Shears: Pro-Series Come Apart Multi-Function Kitchen Shears. Perfect for cutting chicken bones, trimming fat, opening packages, peeling carrots, Crushing nuts & twisting off bottle tops between handle, open pop off bottle caps, and lid lifter on end of handle. Block: 10 Slot Wooden Storage Block holds all pcs. for safe beautiful counter storage. Warranty: Kitchen Knives have a Lifetime Limited Warranty, Steak Knives have a 5 Year Warranty, Sharpening Rod & Shears have a 1 year Warranty. All knives & shears should be Re-Sharpened every few years with proper use. Make Sure To Visit The Ergo Chef Website by Clicking on the Link Below and follow their Social Media Pages on the Entry form. Click Here To Visit The Ergo Chef Website Facebook , Twitter , Pinterest , and Instagram Thank You Ergo Chef  

This would be a help in anyone's kitchen.
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Applesauce Chocolate Frosting

Here is a healthier frosting I came across on Pinterest.

I make my own wild organic unsweetened applesauce during the fall so I had plenty to make this recipe. 

There is no sugar in this frosting and 

I didn't think I would like this but it was good.

I frosted a cake and needed to keep it refrigerated because 

it was becoming a bit wet. The frosting tasted so much better

when cold.

This is Vegan, Gluten Free and Paleo.

You can find the recipe here at The Big Man's World

 https://thebigmansworld.com/2017/10/05/healthy-4-ingredient-applesauce-chocolate-frosting-paleo-vegan-gluten-free/

I take no credit for recipe and pictures are my own.

Moist Vegan Chocolate Cake

                               

I found this Vegan Chocolate Cake recipe on pinterest. I have never ate or made anything Vegan. I want to try more healthier dessert recipes in 2018.

This was easy to put together all ingredients in one bowl and mix.

The cake came out so moist and delicious. 

I would make this again.

You can find the recipe here by The View from Great Island

 https://theviewfromgreatisland.com/the-best-ever-vegan-chocolate-cake/ 

I take no credit for recipe and Pictures are my own.

                                

CREAMY CHICKEN AND MUSHROOM CHOWDER

I have been pinning so many recipes but not ever really making any of them. So I decided its time to cook up these recipes. I want to delete the ones I dislike and keep the good ones. 

This Creamy Chicken & Mushroom Chowder is a keeper! Its full of vegetables and flavor. Its the perfect comforting winter food.

This can be made two ways on the stove or in a crockpot. I made it in my crockpot. I also used chicken tenders because its what I had in my freezer. 

Here is the link to the recipe on Pinterest by The Chucky Chef

https://www.thechunkychef.com/creamy-chicken-mushroom-chowder/

I take no credit for recipe and pictures are my own!