Hearty Recipes for Winter Soups and Stews
Hearty Recipes for Winter Soups and Stews
Steely skies. Bare trees. Nippy weather. It’s no wonder Chicagoans dream of a tropical vacation this time of year. (It’s tough navigating the monochromatic landscape for three months straight!) The question is…what’s the best way to cope until spring rolls around?
We suggest preparing your favorite comfort foods – dishes that fill your belly, satisfy your soul, and leave you with a rapturous smile. What tops your list of winter blues busters?
Chili Recipes
Here are delicious options for all the chili fans in the house. (Yes, we know you’re out there!) Traditionalists who dig a tomato-laden, beef-centered version will enjoy this hearty recipe from Ree Drummond. Be sure to stock your shopping cart with masa harina, oregano, and kidney beans. White chicken chili fans can whip up Taste of Home’s creamy, dreamy recipe, which calls for chicken breasts, chicken broth, and great northern beans. Top them both with a layer of your favorite cheese.
Cheesy Recipes
Speaking of cheese…anyone craving a bowl of ooey-gooey mac and cheese? It’s a crowd-pleaser in the winter months and ever riff-able with our wide collection of imports. (After all, who can resist the power of melted cheese?) This recipe from Bon Appetit blends Gruyere, brie, and sharp cheddar and is simply irresistible! There’s also this creamy Three-Cheese Cauliflower Casserole from Epicurious if you want to get your cheese and veggies.
Stew Recipe
Hearty stews and rich soups also hit the spot when the weather is cold and dreary. Pick up fresh lamb, beef broth, and cabbage to make The Spruce Eats Traditional Irish Stew. Or make a batch of Food & Wine’s feisty Yucatan Pork Stew with Ancho Chilies and Lime Juice. If you’re craving the briny breath of the ocean, gather canned clams, clam juice, and bacon for Taste of Home’s Contest-Winning New England Clam Chowder. Pair it with our pillowy, scratch-made bread.
