COOP’S SOUP

This sweetest little guy is COOPER. 

He love’s this soup. 

 

One of my sweet daughters, by the name of Brandi sent me this recipe and pictures of both 

Soup & Coop. 

I’ve re-named it COOP’S SOUP! 

It’s really a Beef & Cheddar Macaroni Soup. 

As you all know kids are picky eaters.  This soup was enjoyed by everyone in their household, and not a drop was left.  Brandi says it’s a cinch to throw together, and perfect for another COLD day!  

 

 Gosh . . . she even gave me a Red Backdrop!  

Clever . . . very clever. 

She served Coop’s Soup with flaky homemade rolls. 

I should introduce you to my Beautiful, talented Daughters. 

This Pic was flashed at Christmas time . . . Guess what we gave them?  

They are all good cooks – but a Cuisinart doesn’t hurt! 

 

  COOP’S SOUP . . . Beef & Cheddar Macaroni Soup

Ingredients:

 2 lbs ground beef 

1/2 teaspoon salt 

1/4 teaspoon pepper 

1/4 teaspoon oregano 

1/4 teaspoon basil 

1/8 teaspoon seasoning salt 

1 (2 ounce) package onion soup mix (for 3 or 4 servings) 

6 cups boiling water 

1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce 

1 tablespoon soy sauce 

1 cup celery, sliced 

1/4 cup celery leaves 

1 cup sliced carrot 

1/3 cup dried split peas 

1 cup elbow macaroni 

grated parmesan cheese 

 Directions: 

 1 In a large saucepan, brown meat, drain excess fat.

2 Add salt, pepper, oregano, basil, seasoned salt, and onion soup mix. 

3 Stir in boiling water, tomato sauce, and soy sauce. 

4 Cover and simmer for about 15 minutes. 

5 Meanwhile, prepare celery, celery leaves, and carrots; Then add to simmering mixture with split peas and continue to cook for 30 minutes. 

6 Add macaroni and simmer for 30 minutes longer, adding more water if necessary and stirring occasionally. 

7 Serve sprinkled with Parmesan cheese over individual servings. 

8 To freeze: place soup in a rigid container and freeze. To reheat: remove from freezer and thaw. Place soup in saucepan and heat, stirring, until hot. 

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  • NaDell - 01/09/2011 - 3:38 pm

    Am I missing where it says how much cheddar cheese to add? I just see sprinkle Parmesan cheese.ReplyCancel

  • Brandi - 01/09/2011 - 5:35 pm

    Aughhhh CUTE. He really did just love it. He is a pretty good eater, but a bit of a picky one. This he devoured and had a few extra servings of.
    I am ABSOLUTELY LOVING MY CUISINART!!! It is so nice. I have made pie crust, rolls, grahm cracker crust, and a smoothie in it! It makes things a cinch! THANKS tons.ReplyCancel

  • Lynn - 01/09/2011 - 5:37 pm

    OH yum! I have met Brandi through blog land. So cool. It’s like I know her already. And her dear sweet kids. Looking forward to getting to know your other daughters. P.S. Can you tell me why you chose 3 of the 4 names of your daughters to end in an “i”? And why not the 4th?

    I only ask because I get almost the same question. 5 of our 6 kids end in the “e” sound. A vowel, if you will. Although our 5th does not. I am just curious to hear your story. ; DReplyCancel

  • Lynn - 01/09/2011 - 5:48 pm

    Oh yum! I have met Brandi through blogland. So cool. It’s like I know her already. And her dear sweet kids. Looking forward to getting to know your other daughters.
    P.S. Can you tell me why you chose 3 of the 4 names of your daughters to end in an “i”? And why not the 4th?

    I only ask because I get almost the same question. 5 of our 6 kids end in the “e” sound. A vowel sound, if you will. Although our 5th does not. I am just curious to hear your story. : DReplyCancel

  • Jonna - 01/09/2011 - 5:49 pm

    Just put grated cheddar or other cheese on the top of the soup. I should have explained that a bit better.ReplyCancel

  • Jonna - 01/09/2011 - 5:55 pm

    Hi Lynn,

    I wish I had a great story, but I really don’t. Dani’s real name is Danielle. I actually call her that, but everyone else calls her Dani.ReplyCancel

  • Julie - 01/10/2011 - 5:12 am

    What a fun soup, especially for kids. Cute picture of your daughters!!!ReplyCancel

  • Sharee Hills - 01/13/2011 - 10:54 pm

    For the directions to make Coop’s soup, I can only see steps 1-4. Can you forward me a copy copy of all directions?

    Thanks!
    ShareeReplyCancel

  • Jonna - 01/14/2011 - 4:23 pm

    I revised the recipe! Sorry I left part of the directions off the first time around. I’m getting OLD!ReplyCancel

  • Crystal - 02/16/2011 - 7:34 pm

    Hi! I LOVE your blog and I’ve made so many of your treats with great success. But I just had to comment on how much we LOVED this soup! I’m so glad you share your talent and ideas with the internet. I’d have some pretty sad meals without you!ReplyCancel

  • Rita - 11/30/2011 - 11:15 am

    Hello, fellow Idahoan! I am making this soup right now. It smells delicious! Thanks for putting up good recipes. Since discovering your blog, I have made several great things, the cheesy potatos are definitely #1. Those rolls that are cut into pie wedges and rolled up are fantastic too. Keep up the good work!ReplyCancel

  • tammy - 02/25/2012 - 11:13 pm

    This looks delicious! Just wondering is it the lipton onion soup mix you use? Thanks…will be making this for sure.ReplyCancel