No shade to turkey sandwiches, but I’m much more likely to crave this Malaysian-style curry laksa soup the day after Thanksgiving. Zesty, spicy, and bound to awaken my palate, the coconut milk-based broth makes good use of the turkey carcass that served me so well the day before (outside of the holiday season, use the … Read more
Cozy vibes notwithstanding, the best thing about this easy vegetable soup recipe is its endless capacity for customization. Out of sweet potatoes but wondering what to do with the second half of that butternut squash? Peel and dice the squash into ½” cubes and make the swap. Not into peas? Frozen green beans work just … Read more
This spicy beef noodle soup recipe has a special skill you might not expect: It has the power to cool you down. Similar to iconic dishes like Vietnamese bún bò huế and bún riêu, which are frequently eaten on the hottest days of the year, the soup combines chile heat (in the form of a … Read more
There is literally nothing better than a big bowl of golden chicken soup. It cures everything and is a universally comforting dish. I gave birth to my oldest in the spring, during Passover, so I lived off of chicken soup. It was something I looked forward to daily, giving me the nourishment and comfort I … Read more
Step 1 Gently mix 2 large eggs, 1 lb. ground beef, ½ cup plain fine dried breadcrumbs, 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped, 2 oz. Parmesan, finely grated (about ½ cup), ⅓ cup finely chopped parsley, and 1 tsp. Diamond Crystal or ½ tsp. Morton kosher salt in a medium bowl until combined. Working one at … Read more
Here is a soup high on comfort and low on effort, taking cues from classic Chinese egg drop soup, Korean manduguk dumpling soup, and even Italian stracciatella egg soup. It all comes together shockingly fast (no really, not much longer than it would take you to prepare instant ramen!). Give it up for your grocery … Read more
Step 1 Pat 2 large skinless, boneless chicken breasts (about 1½ lb.) dry with paper towels. Season with kosher salt on both sides. Set aside. Step 2 Heat 3 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil in a medium Dutch oven over medium-high. Cook 10 oz. mixed mushrooms, trimmed if needed, torn into bite-size pieces, stirring occasionally, until … Read more
Step 1 Wrap one 10-oz. package frozen chopped spinach, thawed, in a clean kitchen towel and twist and squeeze towel tightly over the sink to expel as much liquid as possible. Step 2 Melt 2 Tbsp. unsalted butter in a medium Dutch oven or other heavy pot over medium-high heat. Add spinach and ½ cup … Read more
We love canned beans as much as the next weeknight dinner warrior, but when beans are the main attraction (as in this lemon-scented white bean soup recipe), you can’t beat the depth of flavor you get by starting with dried. Use creamy cannellini beans, hearty navy beans (a.k.a. white kidney beans), or even big boi … Read more
Inspired by the popular Mexican street snack, this quick soup calls for frozen fire-roasted corn to add depth and a smokiness reminiscent of grilled corn on the cob; garlic, chili powder, cilantro, lime juice, and Cotija cheese complete the flavor nod. We all know the virtues of keeping frozen produce on hand, and the fire-roasted … Read more