Soups & Stews

Cozy soups and hearty stews made for real life. These recipes focus on depth of flavor, practical techniques, and comfort you can taste.

Mushroom Soup without Heavy Cream

Mushroom Soup without Heavy Cream

A rich, savory mushroom soup made without heavy cream. Naturally creamy, deeply flavorful, and perfect for cozy nights.

Manhattan Clam Chowder

Manhattan Clam Chowder

A traditional Manhattan clam chowder with clams, tomatoes, vegetables, and bacon. This lighter, New York–style chowder is bold, savory, and perfect with crusty bread.

Rustic Mushroom Soup with Thyme and White Wine

Rustic Mushroom Soup with Thyme and White Wine

This creamy chestnut mushroom soup gets its body from mushrooms and a simple roux—no heavy cream needed. Smooth, savory, and deeply comforting, it’s an easy weeknight soup that still feels special.

Comforting Chicken & Rice Soup (No Mushy Rice)

Comforting Chicken & Rice Soup (No Mushy Rice)

This chicken and rice soup gets everything right—rich broth, tender chicken, and perfectly cooked rice added at the end so it never turns mushy. Simple, comforting, and full of flavor, it’s a bowl you’ll want on repeat.

Christian’s World-Famous Chili

Christian’s World-Famous Chili

A rich, slow-simmered chili made with beef, sausage, bacon, beans, and bold spices—comforting, crowd-pleasing, and even better the next day.

Pasta E Fagioli for Two

Pasta E Fagioli for Two

This pasta e fagioli for two is a small-batch Italian soup packed with beans, pasta, and deep, savory flavor. Perfect for a cozy dinner without leftovers.