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A Hearty Seafood Soup That’s Ready in Minutes
Comforting, satisfying, and surprisingly easy to prepare, Frisco Soup is a family-friendly seafood soup that combines flaky white fish, elbow macaroni, mixed vegetables, and a creamy onion broth into one hearty meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual family dinners, this recipe delivers rich flavor with minimal preparation.
Featured in The Black Family Reunion Cookbook, Frisco Soup showcases the cookbook’s collection of practical, nourishing recipes designed to bring families together around the table. By combining affordable seafood with pantry staples and frozen vegetables, this soup is both economical and filling while highlighting the versatility of simple ingredients.
Ingredients
- 1 can (10½ ounces) condensed onion soup
- 1¼ cups water
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 cup cooked elbow macaroni
- 1½ pounds cod, rock cod or pollock fillets, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 package (10 ounces) frozen Italian vegetables in sauce
- 1 tablespoon butter or margarine
Makes: 6 to 8 servings
Step-by-Step Instructions
- In a large saucepan, combine the condensed onion soup, water, and bay leaf. Bring the mixture to a boil.
- Add the cooked elbow macaroni and the cubed fish to the saucepan.
- Cover the pan and simmer for 4 minutes.
- Stir in the butter or margarine and increase the heat until the soup returns to a boil.
- Reduce the heat and simmer gently.
- Add the frozen Italian vegetables to the sauce and cook for 5 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
- Remove the bay leaf before serving and enjoy hot.
Pro Tips & Suggestions
- Use firm white fish such as cod, pollock, or rock cod so the pieces hold their shape while cooking.
- Avoid overcooking the fish; it cooks quickly and stays tender after just a few minutes.
- Cook the macaroni ahead of time for an even faster weeknight meal.
- Serve with warm cornbread, biscuits, or crusty bread to soak up the flavorful broth.
- Fresh parsley or cracked black pepper makes a simple garnish that brightens each bowl.
About the Creator
The National Council of Negro Women, Inc. (NCNW) compiled The Black Family Reunion Cookbook to preserve African American culinary traditions through family recipes, regional specialties, and treasured food memories. The cookbook celebrates generations of home cooks whose recipes reflect the creativity, resilience, and warmth of Black family kitchens while preserving the rich heritage of African American cuisine.
The Black Family Reunion Cookbook | National Council of Negro Women
Where to Find This Recipe
This recipe is adapted from The Black Family Reunion Cookbook: Recipes & Food Memories by the National Council of Negro Women, Inc. This celebrated cookbook features hundreds of cherished family recipes, heritage dishes, and regional specialties that preserve African American families’ rich culinary traditions while celebrating the joy of gathering around the table.
