Cheesy Chicken Chowder

This is a hearty soup that is perfect for winter days, or any day for that matter. It is easy to make and can be altered to suit your taste. I sometimes add broccoli, and on occasion add more potatoes and veggies, such as spinach and leave out the chicken. This soup is hearty enough to be a main course. To quote a favorite person from my past "This stuff fills up all your nooks and crannies!" Meaning, it leaves you feeling all warm inside and is very satisfying. Try it for yourself!
Enjoy!

4 cups chicken broth
2 cups diced potatoes
3/4 cup celery, finely chopped
3/4 cup carrots, diced or sliced thin
1 cup onion, chopped
1/3 cup margarine or butter
1/3 cup flour
3 cups milk
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 pound processed cheese, cubed
2 cups cooked chicken, diced

In a large pot combine broth, carrots, celery, potatoes and onion.
Cover and cook at a low boil for about 15 minutes, until the vegetables are tender.
In a seperate saucepan melt butter on low heat. Add flour, stir until smooth, simmer about a minute.
Increase heat to medium, stir constantly.
As it starts to bubble, add milk gradually, stirring constantly.
Continue to stir until thick and bubbly.
Add flour and milk mixture to broth and veggies.
Add soy sauce and gradually stir in cheese until completely melted.
Add chicken and heat through.
If desired, you can add a handful or so of cheddar cheese to enhance flavor.

Not So Salisbury Steak

This is unbelievably good! I'm not sure what to call it, since it isn't really steak, or traditional Salisbury. It is sort of like meatloaf, but not really. Just try it and label it however you want! I'm sure you will agree that delicious will come to mind once you taste it! My friend, Darlene, always requests this when I invite her over. I am always happy to oblige, since it is easy and very affordable. I love my low maintenance friends! This one is for you, Darlene.
Enjoy!

4 slices of bread, (white or wheat will work)
1/2 cup milk
1-1/2 pounds ground beef
Salt and pepper to taste
Mrs. Dash Seasoning, to taste, I prefer Garlic and Herb
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
2 eggs, beaten
2 cans cream of mushroom soup (you can use 1 each of golden mushroom and cream of mushroom)
5 tablespoons A1 Steak Sauce (at least, more if you love it as much as I do!)
3/4 cup water

Soften bread in milk in a bowl
Add ground beef, salt,pepper, and Mrs Dash, mix well
Stir in onion and eggs
Shape into 3 inch patties
Brown patties on both sides in a non stick skillet
Arrange patties in a baking dish
Mix A1, soup, and water together and spoon over patties
Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for 30 to 35 minutes