This hearty black bean stew is one of a kind, with beans slow-cooked with a smoked pork hock, and veggies sautéed with hickory bacon drippings. Plus, its seasonings range from saffron to adobo spices, cumin, red pepper flakes, oregano, and cilantro. Try it and see (more).
This savory English pea soup is a cousin to split pea soup, only you don’t have to mess with a bulky ham hock and lengthy cooking times—what a bonus! In its stead, caramelized shallots, crispy prosciutto, and buttery garlic take the place of ham off (more).
Held to be an aphrodisiac, asparagus was also long known for its medicinal properties, as it was used by Hippocrates in ancient Greece to combat diarrhea.* But for me, what asparagus means is the beginning of spring. With bundles of asparagus available in my produce (more).
With this surprising twist of smoky chile negros, unami like Worcestershire sauce, and freshly ground pepper, this is truly a chili like none other. Here, the rich tomato base and earthy spices complement the tender beef and protein-packed beans. It will have your guests coming (more).
Tuscany is where I first fell in love with this region’s take on that legendary dish, minestrone soup. Who cannot love the creamy consistency of Italian’s homegrown borlotti beans, the vitamin-packed leaves of lacinato kale, and the gritty texture of that nutty yet savory Parmesan? (more).
A staple in every kitchen, vegetable broth, is easy to make and is so much better homemade than with the store-bought variety. Plus, it yields a vegetable purée, which can be added as a thickening agent to add more flavor and body to your soups. (more).
This hearty, soul-nourishing soup gets its flavor from tender lentils complemented by the natural saltiness of a ham hock and a garnish of Parmesan cheese. An array of mild, sautéed vegetables fills the background, rounding out a subtle burst of earthy flavors. Rich in fiber (more).
This heartwarming soup is exceptionally rich in flavor but nutritiously high in protein, as it derives its body from the stewing of cannellini beans, smoked pork hocks, earthy herbs, and hearty mirepoix. Its aroma will fill your home and whet your family’s appetite, ushering in (more).
This sensational soup fills the home with the flavorful aroma of earthy hominy and smoky chili anchos. The garnish of lemons and radishes lends a textural crunch and tangy note to this unique soup. Note: this soup is mild in heat although using chilies. It (more).
This adapted, time-honored soup from the Yucatán features a blend of sweet mini peppers, which is accented by a sour tang of freshly squeezed lime juice. Naturally low in fat and calories, this soup still abounds in flavor and is a true guiltless comfort food! (more).
This classic, heart-warming soup was a staple in our household to make use of Christmas’s bone-in ham leftovers. But it can be served on any occasion, as this vitamin-rich, protein-packed soup stands out as a star in its own right. Enjoy any time of year! (more).