Table of contents for Soups in Soups

CHEESY HAM CHOWDER My five children all agree that this soothing recipe is wonderful. The soup is full of potatoes, carrots and ham. The best part is that I can get it on the table in only a half hour of hands-on time. —Jennifer Trenhaile, Emerson, NE Prep: 30 min. • Cook: 30 min. Makes: 10 servings (2½ qt.) 10 bacon strips, diced1 large onion, chopped1 cup diced carrots3 Tbsp. all-purpose flour3 cups whole milk1½ cups water2½ cups cubed potatoes1 can (15¼ oz.) whole kernel corn, drained2 tsp. chicken bouillon granules Pepper to taste3 cups shredded cheddar cheese2 cups cubed fully cooked ham Minced fresh parsley, optional 1. In a Dutch oven, cook the bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels to drain.…

COWBOY CORNBREAD This cornbread is richer and sweeter than others I’ve tried. It’s especially delicious alongside ham and beans. —Karen Ann Bland, Gove, KS Prep: 15 min. • Bake: 25 min. Makes: 12 servings 2 cups biscuit/baking mix1 cup yellow cornmeal¾ cup sugar½ tsp. baking soda½ tsp. salt2 large eggs, room temperature1 cup butter, melted1 cup half-and-half cream 1. In a large bowl, combine the first 5 ingredients. In another bowl, combine eggs, butter and half-and-half; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Spread into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. 2. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Serve warm. 1 PIECE 345 cal., 21g fat (12g sat. fat), 85mg chol., 532mg sod., 34g carb. (14g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g…

When it comes to a comforting food that feeds the body and soul, nothing compares to steaming bowls of soup, stew and chili. They offer a versatile base for ingredients like vegetables, meats, and grains and are ideal for a light meal or a first course. Start with super easy from-scratch veggie, chicken and bone broths in Stock Up!, p. 4. (They’ll take your recipes to the next level.) Kids of all ages will love our Test Kitchen’s Meatball Alphabet Soup, p. 19. You can get Jackie Kohn’s Slow-Cooked Hungarian Goulash, p. 81, started in the morning, then come home to a hot and hearty supper. Need dinner in a flash? Donna Hellinger’s five-ingredient Asian Ramen Shrimp Soup, p. 20, comes together in 15 minutes! A favorite restaurant dish inspired…

WHITE BEAN SOUP WITH ESCAROLE Pantry staples make this healthy soup oh, so simple to prepare. When I can’t find escarole, I use fresh spinach. Just add it to the soup pot moments before serving. —Gina Samokar, North Haven, CT Prep: 15 min. • Cook: 35 min. Makes: 8 servings (2 qt.) 1 Tbsp. olive oil1 small onion, chopped5 garlic cloves, minced3 cans (14½ oz. each) reduced sodium chicken broth1 can (14½ oz.) diced tomatoes, undrained½ tsp. Italian seasoning¼ tsp. crushed red pepper flakes1 cup uncooked whole wheat orzo pasta1 bunch escarole or spinach, coarsely chopped (about 8 cups)1 can (15 oz.) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained¼ cup shredded Parmesan cheese 1. In a Dutch oven, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; cook and stir until tender.…

THE BEST BEEF STEW This beef stew recipe has tons of flavor, thanks to its blend of herbs and the addition of red wine and balsamic vinegar. Learn how to make this comforting classic and take dinner to the next level! —James Schend, Pleasant Prairie, WI Prep: 30 min. • Cook: 2 hours Makes: 6 servings (2¼ qt.) 1½ lbs. beef stew meat, cut into 1-in. cubes½ tsp. salt, divided6 Tbsp. all-purpose flour, divided½ tsp. smoked paprika1 Tbsp. canola oil3 Tbsp. tomato paste2 tsp. herbes de Provence2 garlic cloves, minced2 cups dry red wine2 cups beef broth1½ tsp. minced fresh rosemary, divided2 bay leaves3 cups cubed peeled potatoes3 cups coarsely chopped onions (about 2 large)2 cups sliced carrots2 Tbsp. cold water2 Tbsp. balsamic or red wine vinegar1 cup fresh or…

CANADIAN CHEESE SOUP My family loves Canadian bacon, but I don’t run across a lot of dishes that call for this pork product. Everyone was thrilled the first time I offered this succulent soup. —Jolene Roudebush, Troy, MI Prep: 15 min. • Cook: 30 min. Makes: 8 servings (2 qt.) 3 cups chicken broth4 medium potatoes, peeled and diced2 celery ribs, diced1 medium carrot, diced1 small onion, diced6 oz. Canadian bacon, diced2 Tbsp. butter2 Tbsp. all-purpose flour1 cup whole milk2 cups shredded cheddar cheese⅛ tsp. pepper 1. In a Dutch oven or soup kettle, combine first 5 ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20 minutes or until vegetables are very tender. With a potato masher, mash vegetables several times. Add Canadian bacon; continue to simmer.…

BLACK BEAN, CHORIZO & SWEET POTATO CHILI Chili is one of my all-time favorite dishes. This recipe takes chili to the next level by changing up the flavors and adding the surprise ingredient of sweet potatoes! —Julie Merriman, Seattle, WA Prep: 20 min. • Cook: 6 hours Makes: 16 servings (4 qt.) 1 lb. uncooked chorizo, casings removed, or spicy bulk pork sausage1 large onion, chopped2 poblano peppers, finely chopped2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and finely chopped3 Tbsp. tomato paste3 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into ½-in. cubes4 cans (14½ oz. each) fire-roasted diced tomatoes, undrained2 cans (15 oz. each) black beans, rinsed and drained2 cups beef stock2 Tbsp. chili powder1 Tbsp. dried oregano1 Tbsp. ground coriander1 Tbsp. ground cumin1 Tbsp. smoked paprika¼ cup lime juiceOptional: Chopped jalapenos, chopped red…