A good gumbo invites you to slow down, gather around the table, and enjoy something worth waiting for. This New Orleans seafood filé gumbo combines shrimp, sweet crabmeat, and oysters with aromatic vegetables, warm spices, and rich seafood stock. Adapted from Chef Paul Prudhomme’s approach, it gets its distinctive flavor and body from filé—ground sassafras...Read More

Earthy, rich, and deeply comforting, this homemade cream of mushroom soup is worlds apart from the canned version. A hearty base of sautéed mushrooms, tender vegetables, and chewy barley gives it a rustic texture, while a touch of cream brings velvety smoothness to every spoonful. A splash of dry sherry adds warmth and depth, making...Read More

This quick, comforting soup captures the earthy sweetness of butternut squash in its simplest form — no peeling, no fuss. Roasting or microwaving the squash brings out its natural caramelized flavor, while sautéed onions and thyme add a savory, aromatic base. Blended until silky smooth and finished with a sprinkle of blue cheese and toasted...Read More

This special clam chowder, inspired by a beloved Salt Lake City restaurant, Bratten’s Seafood Grotto, is creamy, flavorful, and comes together in minutes. Unlike traditional New England chowder that simmers for hours, this quick version balances tender clams, hearty potatoes, and aromatic thyme with a surprising splash of red wine (or malt) vinegar—the “secret ingredient”...Read More

This simple yet deeply flavorful Corn Stock turns what’s usually discarded—the cobs—into a golden, aromatic base that enhances countless dishes. Lightly sweet and delicately herbal, it’s the perfect foundation for corn chowders, succotash, and sauces. You can even reduce it to a syrupy glaze to drizzle over grilled halibut or roasted chicken. Once you’ve tasted...Read More

This Spicy Sweet Corn and Poblano Soup layers the natural sweetness of summer corn with the smoky depth of roasted poblano chilies and the gentle heat of jalapeño. Fragrant spices, slow-roasted garlic, and a touch of cream create a silky, complex broth that’s both comforting and lively. Finished with lime juice, cilantro, and roasted red...Read More

While corn chowder is a beloved fall and winter staple in New England, this version celebrates the height of summer, when sweet corn is at its peak. Creamy and full of flavor, it’s made with fresh-off-the-cob corn, tender potatoes, and smoky bacon—perfect for a cool, foggy evening on the coast. Whether served as a light...Read More

Smoky roasted poblanos, onions, and garlic blend into a velvety, gently spiced soup enriched with milk and requesón. Finished with crispy tortilla strips, crema, and fresh cilantro, this elegant yet rustic dish captures the warmth and depth of Oaxacan home cooking—perfect year-round.Read More

I love hearty vegetable braises where the vegetables are treated like meat—browned first to develop flavor, then gently simmered in just enough liquid to bring everything together. This rustic summer stew is a perfect example: tender potatoes, golden zucchini, and ripe tomatoes mingle in a light, savory broth infused with garlic, herbs, and soffrito. You...Read More

Comforting and deeply nourishing, this chicken soup highlights jujubes in their traditional East Asian role as a natural sweetener and tonic ingredient. Inspired by Samgyetang, the beloved Korean ginseng chicken soup, this version gently simmers whole chicken with jujubes, garlic, and ginger until the broth is infused with subtle sweetness and herbal depth. The result...Read More