Nonna Betty Harpe

There’s nothing quite like a bowl of hearty lentil soup warming your hands on a chilly evening. I’ve been making this recipe for decades, and it never fails to bring my family back to the table again and again. I still remember my grandmother standing at her farmhouse stove, stirring a massive pot of lentil … Read more

Classic minestrone soup is the kind of dish that reminds me why I fell in love with cooking in the first place. It’s honest, nourishing, and absolutely bursting with flavor. There’s something magical about watching all those fresh vegetables transform into something warm, comforting, and deeply satisfying in just over an hour. I still remember … Read more

Minestrone soup brings the warmth of Italian tradition right to your table, and this recipe makes it simple enough for any home cook to master. There’s something magical about a pot of vegetables, beans, and pasta simmering away on the stove – it fills your kitchen with the kind of aroma that makes everyone gather … Read more

This slow cooker broccoli cheddar soup transforms simple ingredients into the creamiest, most comforting bowl you’ll serve all season. I still remember the first time I made a big batch for our church potluck – folks kept asking for the recipe, and three people went back for seconds before I’d even gotten my first bowl! … Read more

This broccoli cheese soup brings together simple pantry staples for a rich, creamy bowl that’s ready in just 30 minutes. I learned this recipe during those cold Midwest winters when my grandma would simmer a pot on her farmhouse stove, filling the kitchen with that unmistakable aroma of melted cheddar and tender broccoli. There’s something … Read more

Easy potato soup is one of those meals that never goes out of style in my kitchen. After decades of making this recipe for my family, I can tell you it’s the kind of dish that turns a cold evening into something special with just one pot and a handful of ingredients. I still remember … Read more

Creamy tomato soup is one of those recipes that instantly transports me back to my grandmother’s farmhouse kitchen on chilly autumn afternoons. I remember watching her stir a big pot on the stove, the aroma of sautéed onions and fresh basil filling every corner of that cozy kitchen. She’d always say, “Betty, the secret to … Read more

This easy potato soup is my go-to when the weather turns chilly and I need something warm and satisfying on the table fast. After years of making soup in my Midwest kitchen, I’ve learned that the very best recipes don’t require fancy ingredients or complicated techniques – just good, honest cooking that brings everyone to … Read more

Roasted tomato soup transforms ordinary garden tomatoes into a creamy, tangy bowl of comfort that’s so good you’ll crave it morning, noon, and night. There’s something magical about how a simple roasting step elevates humble tomatoes into restaurant-quality soup right in your own kitchen. I still remember the first time my grandmother showed me her … Read more

This creamy tomato soup is pure comfort in a bowl – rich and velvety without a drop of heavy cream. I’ve been making tomato soup since my kids were little, and this version has become our family favorite because it tastes indulgent but keeps things light and wholesome. There’s something magical about roasted tomatoes bubbling … Read more

There’s something truly magical about butternut squash soup – it’s the kind of dish that fills your kitchen with warmth and makes everyone gather around the table. I still remember the first time I made this in my own kitchen, watching that gorgeous orange color come together as the squash softened in the pot. You … Read more