Soups, Stews, & Chowders

Old-Fashioned Homemade Chicken and Dumplings

This homemade chicken and dumplings recipe has been passed down through generations and brings to mind the old-fashioned flavors of Grandma’s kitchen.

Soups, Stews, & Chowders

Granny’s Best Chicken Soup

From the freshly made chicken stock to the mix of vegetables, this soup is a pot of traditional flavors that have survived the passage of time.

Soups, Stews, & Chowders

New England Clam and Seafood Chowder

This chowder combines lessons that I learned from Marjorie Druker, owner of the Massachusetts-based New England Soup Factory, and Arturo Camacho, executive chef of Shell & Bones in New Haven, Connecticut. Camacho garnishes his bowls with kettle-style potato chips; Druker, meanwhile, gravitates toward tried-and-true oyster crackers. Whatever the garnish, I love the creamy lightness of this broth.

Soups, Stews, & Chowders

Peruvian-Style Shrimp Chowder

This chowder was inspired by chupe, a common term in South America for a variety of stews generally made with fish, shellfish, and vegetables including potatoes and yuca.

Soups, Stews, & Chowders

Mussel and Miso Chowder

With four distinct seasons, northern Japan’s weather is like that of the East Coast, and hearty, warming soups are also part of the cuisine there. Meanwhile, in Western Massachusetts, a company called South River Miso ferments delicious miso pastes from soybeans, cultured grains, and sea salt. Inspired by its products, I developed this variation on classic Japanese miso-based stews, adding mussels and winter vegetables.

Soups, Stews, & Chowders

Portuguese Clam and Kale Soup

This type of tomato-based soup is thought to be the predecessor of Manhattan clam chowder. We especially love the hearty nature of this clam and kale soup with spicy sausage!

Soups, Stews, & Chowders

Jasper White’s Lobster Chowder

Made with homemade lobster stock, bacon, and potatoes, this hearty and flavorful lobster chowder recipe is a keeper.

Soups, Stews, & Chowders

Venus de Milo Soup

Made with hamburger, veggies, tomatoes, and orzo pasta, this reader-submitted Venus de Milo soup recipe is super easy and can feed the whole family.

Soups, Stews, & Chowders

Hope Murphy’s Italian Sausage Zucchini Soup

This classic Italian Sausage Zucchini Soup recipe makes for a hearty and filling meal. Served with warm bread, it’s perfect for cold nights!

Soups, Stews, & Chowders

Firehouse Chili

Made with ground beef, veggies, beans, and the perfect blend of seasonings, this award-winning firehouse chili is a true crowd-pleaser.