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Soups & Stews

Soup and stew can begin with a clear broth or become a substantial bowl with vegetables, grains, meat, or seafood. Chowders, chilled soups, bean preparations, gumbo, chili, and other dishes give this collection its range. Browse by the texture and ingredients you want, then choose a method suited to the time you have for cooking.

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  • Bean & Lentil Soups

    Bean soups bring body to a bowl through legumes and their cooking liquid. Ham-and-bean and lady pea preparations offer different seasonings and accompaniments within this substantial soup collection.

  • Broth & Vegetable Soups

    Onion soups, vegetable preparations, and egg roll soup bring different ingredients into a broth-based bowl. Browse these recipes for the flavor of the liquid and the texture of the accompanying vegetables.

  • Chili

    Chicken chili and Texas chili offer different approaches to a substantial bowl. These recipes vary in their proteins, seasonings, and other ingredients, with the preparation defining each dish.

  • Chowders & Bisques

    Shrimp, corn, and colcannon-inspired chowders offer several ways to build a full-bodied soup. Browse the base and accompanying ingredients for a bowl with the texture and flavor you want.

  • Cold Soups & Gazpachos

    Cucumber, avocado, and corn provide bases for chilled soups, sometimes paired with seafood. These recipes offer cool bowls with different levels of creaminess and contrasting garnishes.

  • Creamy Soups

    Potato soup and shrimp Toscana preparations give this collection a creamy direction. Browse soups for the ingredients that build their body and the additions that change the flavor of each bowl.

  • Gumbos

    Chicken-and-sausage and shrimp-and-chicken gumbo offer different combinations within this collection. The recipes explain the ingredients and method that give each substantial bowl its particular character.

  • Noodle & Pasta Soups

    Tortellini, other pasta shapes, and noodles bring substance to these soups. Browse preparations where the grain component shares the bowl with broth, vegetables, or other savory ingredients.

  • Pozole & Posole

    Chicken posole and slow-cooked beef pozole offer different proteins within a hominy-based soup. The collection retains both spellings while the individual recipes explain their particular ingredients and method.

  • Stews

    Shrimp and bean stew, seasoned pork stew, and other preparations offer substantial bowls with varied textures. Browse these recipes for the ingredients and cooking time that shape the finished dish.

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  • Nacho Cheese Chicken Chowder

    Nacho Cheese Chicken Chowder

    Ingredients 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cut into 1/2-inch pieces 2 14 1/2 ounce cans Mexican-style stewed tomatoes 1 10 3/4 ounce can condensed nacho cheese…

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  • Dill Pickle Soup

    Dill Pickle Soup

    Oh my goodness. THIS. SOUP. I’m completely addicted. I just couldn’t stop eating it. It’s the perfect amount of sour and savory and the thickness is just right.…

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  • Gone-All-Day Stew

    Gone-All-Day Stew

    Ingredients 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 2 pounds boneless beef chuck roast, trimmed and cut into 1-inch cubes 2 tablespoons canola oil 1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed tomato soup,…

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  • Cheeseburger Paradise Soup

    Cheeseburger Paradise Soup

    I’ve never met a person who didn’t enjoy this creamy soup, and it’s hearty enough to serve as a main course with your favorite bread or rolls. Ingredients…

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  • Summer Squash and Corn Chowder

    Enjoy soup in the summertime by making this satisfying chowder with the season’s best produce. Top with cheese and bacon for kid appeal. Ingredients 2 slices applewood-smoked bacon…

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  • Cheesy Chicken Enchilada Soup

    Turn creamy canned soup into a hearty meal. Use frozen chicken preseasoned with Southwestern spices and canned enchilada sauce for satisfying flavor. 2 cans (10¾ ounces each) condensed…

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  • All-American Cheeseburger Soup

    Cheese, ground beef, and onion satisfy that craving for a classic burger and a hearty soup. We even included the pickle, ketchup, and mustard, and a side of…

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  • Sweet Potato and Hominy Stew

    Inspired by the traditional Mexican soup posole, this zesty stew is easy enough to make during the week. Refrigerated shredded barbecue pork cuts down on prep time.  6…

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  • Buffalo Chicken Soup

    Looking for a unique Super Bowl dish? Try this delicious soup — it’s rich and creamy, with all the crowd-pleasing flavors of spicy buffalo chicken wings.  1 2¼…

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  • Sweet Potato Chowder

    Curry paste, coconut milk, and lemongrass give this classic chowder a Thai twist.  2 tablespoons cooking oil  1 large onion, chopped  1 teaspoon red curry paste or 2…

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