Recipes for thick soups and stews

Use your pantry staples to create this stew inspired by classic Italian pasta e ceci (chickpea pasta). This recipe uses canned chickpeas and store-bought marinara sauce—it's a delicious...

Smoked andouille sausage and shrimp are simmered in a tomato broth with sweet and hot peppers. Flour helps thicken the broth slightly, resulting in a rich and warming stew. And clam juice (aka...

This hearty vegetarian chili is delicious and nutritious thanks to protein-rich white beans and brown lentils. A generous helping of dried spices and other pantry staples help boost...

This vegetable-rich vegetarian minestrone is made with white cannellini beans, which are enhanced by a long simmer in the slow cooker, with no pre-soaking required.

A little ground beef, a little beer, and a little chipotle pepper—and you've got delicious chili ready in no time! The addition of spices and beer creates a flavor so rich it's like it's been simmered on the stovetop...

"I got this recipe from my Grandpa Pep. When I was a kid, we ate pork with braised cabbage for New Year's, but now I make it all the time," says Michael Symon. The cabbage is braised in...

Ras el hanout and spicy harissa infuse this beef stew with the magical aromas of Moroccan cuisine. Simmered in a slow cooker for several hours, the meat turns out tender and incredibly juicy, just like...

Cumin, freshly squeezed orange juice, and spices infuse this tender pork loin with rich flavor. This slow cooker recipe was inspired by Cuban cuisine, where rich flavor is achieved through...

Simmer chicken with jasmine rice in a slow cooker, and for a rich Asian flavor, add bok choy sautéed in fragrant garlic oil and a splash of fish sauce at the very end.

In this recipe, beans become not only a side dish but also a complete vegetarian meal, filled with a whole range of flavors and aromas. After cooking in a slow cooker, you'll have plenty of leftovers...

Give winter vegetables a summery flavor by simmering them in coconut milk with aromatic spices and fresh cilantro. The sweetness of the pumpkin and sweet potato in this recipe perfectly balances the earthy flavor of the shiitake mushrooms...

This hearty stew with lamb, potatoes, carrots, celery, tomatoes, and fragrant herbs is the perfect warming, filling dish for cool weather. The meat is braised in the oven, then simmered until...

Treat your loved ones to a delicious Irish dinner. Beef tenderloin is simmered in a rich Guinness-based gravy with wild mushrooms, onions, and carrots until tender and juicy. To thicken the sauce...

This traditional Southern stew perfectly combines a delicious tomato broth, hearty vegetables, and succulent beef and smoked pork. While not as thick as traditional stews,...

Diced pork shoulder is simmered in salsa verde (green salsa) until tender. Salsa verde is a tart and spicy Mexican sauce made with tomatillos.

This version of African (Ethiopian) peanut stew replaces chicken pieces with tender and juicy chicken meatballs. The nutty notes of the peanut butter are perfectly complemented by the sweet sweet potato, and...

For a beautiful vegetable side dish, cut the carrots into long strips, about the size of bean pods. Simmer for a few minutes in a small amount of chicken broth and add fresh herbs...

The rich flavor of this stew is achieved by pre-frying the beef, onions, and garlic. Fry the beef in batches, making sure the pieces don't touch, to ensure a perfect coating.

The secret to a delicious pot roast is searing the meat and onions before baking. The crispy crust seals in all the juices, resulting in a juicier, more tender roast with a rich,...

Fresh clams are simmered in a small amount of rich tomato broth with white wine and hot serrano peppers. Everything cooks in one pot in less than half an hour. This recipe is perfect for...

Arroz caldo (Spanish for "rice with broth") is a thick rice soup popular in the Philippines with Spanish roots. The soup is made with crispy-fried chicken thighs, which are served with...

Simmering the beef brisket in a slow cooker for a long time makes it incredibly tender and juicy. Place the sliced ​​raw meat in a bag along with the other chili ingredients—beans,...

On a free weekend, break out your biggest pot and start cooking a huge batch of chili. All the time spent on this dish will be worth it during the week, when you realize...

If you prefer buying frozen meals in bags so you can easily prepare dinner on a moment's notice, you'll love the idea of ​​making your own frozen meals...

For this recipe, the cauliflower head is cut into quarters rather than the usual florets. Firstly, this makes the vegetarian dish look more impressive when served. Secondly, the large pieces...

Traditional shepherd's pie is made with a lamb filling that is simmered in a pan with mushrooms and vegetables until it forms a thick sauce, then topped with a thick layer of...

The natural sweetness of butternut squash and coconut milk in this simple curry is balanced by the citrusy note of lime and the heat of serrano peppers. You'll discover that vegetarian curry isn't just...

The traditional Tex-Mex dish chili con carne (or simply chili) simmers on the stovetop for a long time until the flavor develops. But with this quick recipe, you can have chili ready in just half an hour...

This hearty Tex-Mex dish is made with ground beef, red beans, tomatoes, and plenty of spices, including chili peppers. Everything is simmered over low heat,...

Roasted tomatillos, roasted corn, and blackened poblano peppers infuse Mexican posole soup with an irresistible, rich flavor and aroma, adding...

This version of oxtail and lima bean stew is prepared in a Jamaican style. Oxtails are simmered for several hours in a flavorful sauce made with spicy habanero peppers, ginger, and allspice until...

This thick and warming beef and vegetable stew is the perfect dish for winter Sunday evenings. The beauty of this recipe is that it simmers for several hours in a slow cooker. You can...

Check out this simple recipe for a thick and rich beef stew. Despite the long list of ingredients, it's incredibly easy to prepare, and all the ingredients are readily available...

"Chana masala is my favorite chickpea dish," says recipe author Nidhi Jalan. "There are so many variations of this curry. I love it when the chickpeas are completely coated in a deliciously thick and..."

This recipe transforms the classic French boeuf bourguignon of braised beef and vegetables into a luxurious vegetarian dish. The combination of several types of mushrooms adds a richer flavor to the sauce...

Mexican tortilla soup, thick and rich, is a wonderful warming dish, perfect for cold weather. Its key ingredient is corn tortillas: some of them are used in the soup itself as a thickener,...

This vibrant Moroccan-inspired dish is ready in just half an hour. Shrimp and mussels are simmered in a spicy tomato sauce with green beans and olives. Serve over couscous. Before adding...

In this recipe, Rachel Ray combines two popular American dishes: pot pie and chowder. This thick, creamy stew with potatoes, fried bacon, corn, and real crab meat is served...

A thick and hearty Mexican stew, posole, is a perfect warming treat on a chilly winter day and will lift your spirits with its spicy aroma. Posole is made with braised pork shoulder, which you can...

When Ina Garten began working on her latest cookbook, she couldn't have imagined how much we would all crave comfort food at home. The concept for "Modern...

Manit Chauhan, who grew up in Ranchi, in eastern India, often traveled with her parents by train, spending two or three days on the journey. She loved the long journeys, as train stations throughout India sold chaat...

This vegetarian chili is made with eggplant, tomatoes, corn, and beans, and for an even more filling meal, add shredded tofu, which makes a great substitute for ground meat. From...

This vegan chili is just as delicious and nutritious as its meaty counterpart, thanks to hearty lentils, beans, and vegetables. A spice blend of ancho chili, cinnamon, cumin, and garlic imbues the dish with a rich...

Cioppino is an Italian-American seafood stew originating in San Francisco, where it began as a simple fisherman's dish made from the catch of the day, but over time it became a staple in local Italian restaurants...

Beef brisket is marinated overnight in a mixture of orange juice, Chinese five-spice powder, hot sauce, and other spices, then baked in the oven with root vegetables...

Flavorful beef is slowly braised in a beer-onion sauce, then topped with crispy bacon and served with cheese toasts. To prepare, you'll need a cauldron with a tight-fitting lid,...

To prepare this roast, Ina Garten takes the relatively inexpensive shoulder and chuck of beef and, with the help of red wine, vegetables, spices, cognac, and aromatic herbs, transforms it into...

Prepare a thick and hearty Middle Eastern-style meat stew. Ground beef, unlike cuts of meat, cooks quickly, so this dish will take you no more than half an hour. Simmer...