Soup & Stew Recipes Archives (2024)

My favorite healthy, real food soups & stews for busy families can be found below. All recipes are grain-free, dairy optional and kid-approved. Need help meal planning? Check out my meal planning service!

January 9, 2024
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Katie Wells
Every winter when cooler weather hits I’m ready for a cozy blanket and a bowl of hot soup. Soup for dinner can get old after a while though if you…
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January 10, 2023
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Katie Wells
In our house, we’re always looking for creative ways to add more soup to the menu. It’s the perfect, easy weeknight meal full of nourishing veggies, protein, and broth. This…
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December 13, 2022
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Katie Wells
‘Tis the season for soup. Even though we’ve moved to where it doesn’t get that cold, our family still eats a lot of soups. They’re yummy, nourishing, and perfect when…
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November 1, 2022
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Katie Wells
Now that fall is officially here, I’ve been making a lot more soups and stews. Whether they’re in the slow cooker, the stovetop, or cooking away in the Instant Pot,…
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October 11, 2022
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Katie Wells
I love soup weather. From tomato soup to this roasted red pepper soup, I can’t get enough. A delicious soup makes a great weeknight meal and they’re perfect to reheat…
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March 8, 2022
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Katie Wells
Having some Louisiana roots, Cajun Gumbalaya (also spelled gumbolaya) is a family favorite around here. It combines the flavors of gumbo and jambalaya for an intensely flavorful recipe. As they…
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November 30, 2021
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Katie Wells
Ever heard the saying “A bowl of garlic soup a day keeps the doctor away”? Ok, maybe that’s not exactly how the saying goes, but in my book, this garlic…
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October 26, 2021
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Katie Wells
There’s nothing I love more than soup on a chilly night! This chicken taco soup is the perfect way to mix things up when you need a break from the…
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September 14, 2021
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Katie Wells
People who are new to eating real food often wonder how it’s possible to cook every meal at home when you are a busy family. I cook most meals at…
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March 16, 2021
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Katie Wells
Looking for a festive St. Patrick’s day lunch after ahealthier shamrock shakefor breakfast? I have the solution for you! I like toeat seasonallywhen I can and this soup takes perfect…
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December 2, 2020
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Katie Wells
Oh, chicken soup… they call it food for the soul, and it certainly hits the spot on a cold winter day or when I’m under the weather. I also just…
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September 2, 2020
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Katie Wells
Soups have got to be one of my favorite things to make. They fall into that wonderful one-pot meal category — proteins, veggies, everything you need all in one bowl.…
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March 3, 2020
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Katie Wells
I love a filling one-pot meal, and soup is a great place to pack in a wide variety of colorful vegetables. This hearty, veggie-filled soup with Italian sausage is a…
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February 18, 2020
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Katie Wells
I used to love making potato soup, clam chowder, and other potato-based soups and stews. Now that we don’t eat white potatoes very often, I hadn’t made any of them…
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February 4, 2020
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Katie Wells
My family loves Indian food so I’m always looking for healthy Indianrecipes to try at home. This mulligatawny soup recipe has become one of our favorites. It’s so simple to…
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January 14, 2020
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Katie Wells
I’m a huge fan of soup. It’s easy to throw together, easy to freeze for later, and a healthy meal choice. My family also loves southwestern and Mexican flavors, so…
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October 15, 2019
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Katie Wells
Soups and stews are a great meal choice for cool evening or afternoons when you want something hearty to warm you up. They are also easy to make and packed…
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October 8, 2019
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Katie Wells
I love the approach ofsoup weather at our house, when the Instant Pot starts to live on the counter and all of the favorite cold-weather comfort foods start their rotation.…
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January 29, 2019
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Katie Wells
Sometimes when the weather is chilly or you’re simply feeling under the weather, there is nothing better than a warm brothy soup. This miso soup combinesnutrient-rich bone brothwith the probiotic…
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January 22, 2019
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Katie Wells
I’m happy to say thatmy meal planningand preparation skills have improved quite a bit in the years since college. Those days, most meals involved grabbing food at the food court…
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December 27, 2018
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Katie Wells
Soup is so good! What I love most about soup is that it is a comfort food that is also nutritious. Soup contains healthy protein and collagen from the broth…
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December 11, 2018
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Katie Wells
After my husband and I watched Julie and Julia (good movie!), I went on a French cooking kick. Boeuf Bourguignon (also known as Beef Burgundy) was already pretty healthy to…
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November 20, 2018
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Katie Wells
Depending on your family traditions, the day after Thanksgiving usually takes two shapes: a full day of Black Friday shopping or (what we do) a day of ultra-relaxation and absolutely…
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November 6, 2018
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Katie Wells
‘Tis the season… for pumpkin anyway! Pumpkin pie, pumpkin bread, pumpkin lattes, and more are everywhere this time of year. Some of us love it and some of us hate…
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FAQs

What is the difference between soup and stew and broth? ›

Generally speaking, a dish is called soup when it's primarily liquid-based. Stews are thicker and chunkier. But an especially thick and chunky soup could be called a stew. Broth is a liquid that serves as a main ingredient for many soups, and can be considered a soup when eaten by itself.

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What is the secret to soup? ›

7 Tips for Successful Soup Making

Use a Sturdy Pot. It is worth investing in a heavy pot with a thick bottom to use for making soup. ...
Sauté the Aromatics. ...
Start with Good Broth. ...
Cut Vegetables to the Right Size. ...
Stagger the Addition of Vegetables. ...
Keep Liquid at a Simmer. ...
Season Just Before Serving.

Oct 9, 2022

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What's the difference between soup and stew sauce? ›

Soup Uses More Liquid

In soup, the liquid is the primary ingredient. Soup can be completely liquified or it can consist of other elements (like meat and vegetables) that are fully submerged in water, stock, or broth. Stew, meanwhile, is typically "chunkier." It contains just enough liquid to cover the main ingredients.

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What's the difference between a stew and a chowder? ›

A chowder is typically chunky, filled with ingredients like potatoes, carrots and seafood in a thick liquid. The ingredients are often chopped into smaller pieces than you'd get with a stew. The word comes from the French word for cauldron (chaudron), which is the vessel fishermen used to cook their soup in.

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Is it better to use beef broth or stock for stew? ›

Ideally, you'll use beef stock, but beef broth is fine too. Veal stock would be divine. Instant bouillon paste will add flavor and is perfectly acceptable. Indeed, even if all you have is chicken stock, it will still be better than water and won't make your beef stew taste like chicken soup.

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Should I use chicken or beef broth in soup? ›

Chicken is more versatile in your kitchen

Beef broth confers a 'beef' flavour to whatever you make with it. It is most likely because chicken has a milder flavour. For this reason, chicken makes a better base for smoothies, oatmeal, soups and any recipe that calls for water.

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What not to do when making soup? ›

The 7 Biggest Mistakes You Make Cooking Soup

Boiling instead of simmering. You want a small bubble or two to rise to the surface of the liquid every few seconds. ...
Not using enough salt. ...
Ignoring water. ...
Overcooking the vegetables. ...
Adding tomatoes at the beginning. ...
Neglecting to garnish. ...
Not trying a pressure cooker.

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What is the most important ingredient in soup? ›

For clear, brothy soups, stock is your most important ingredient. If you want to make a good soup, you need to use an excellently flavored stock — otherwise, the entire pot could be tasteless.

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What gives soup the best flavor? ›

Herbs and spices add aroma, flavor, and intensity to soup broth. "Use fresh or dried basil in tomato-based recipes or fresh parsley to add freshness to clear broth soups," says Sofia Norton, RD. You can also go with more heat and spices.

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What is the line between soup and stew? ›

Another way to look at it: Soup is any combination of ingredients cooked in liquid. Stew is any dish that's prepared by stewing—that is, submerging the ingredients with just enough liquid to cook them through at a simmer in a covered pot for a long time.

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What thickens soups and stews? ›

Add Flour Or Cornstarch

You can thicken soup by adding flour, cornstarch, or another starchy substitute. For the best results, never add flour or cornstarch directly to your soup. If you do, it will clump up on top. Instead, ladle a small amount of broth into a separate bowl and let it cool.

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Is Gumbo a soup or a stew? ›

Gumbo is a hearty stew made from combinations of seafood, meat (such as andouille, chicken and ham) or vegetables that's served hot over cooked rice. Gumbo can be thickened with okra, file, or a roux, a French and Creole method of cooking equal parts flour and fat.

What is Mirepoix? ›

The culinary term refers to the combination of diced onion, carrots, and celery, gently cooked in fat. Mirepoix is a foundation for many classic dishes, including sauces, soups, braised meat dishes, and other recipes.

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What makes it a bisque? ›

What does bisque mean? A bisque is a smooth, creamy French style of soup, traditionally made from crustaceans like lobster, crab or crayfish. It should include a stock made from the shells, a large amount of cream, and a thickening agent made from either finely-ground shells or rice.

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What ingredient does chowder always have? ›

Types. Chowder is a soup with cream or milk mixed with ingredients such as potatoes, sweet corn, smoked haddock, clams and prawns, etc. Some cream-style chowders do not use cream, and are instead prepared using milk and a roux to thicken them.

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At what point does a soup become a stew? ›

While there isn't really a mathematical way of differentiating these two, the point at which a soup becomes a stew is determined by how long it is simmered and reduced. The thicker a soup becomes, the more likely it is to be reminiscent of a stew.

Is soup and broth the same thing? ›

The liquid is strained after cooking to remove the flavoring ingredients. The broth can be served on its own or used as the base for a heartier soup or stew. In this way, the terms “broth” and “soup” can sometimes be used interchangeably, but broths are always 100% liquid.

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What makes a stew a stew? ›

Another way to look at it: Soup is any combination of ingredients cooked in liquid. Stew is any dish that's prepared by stewing—that is, submerging the ingredients with just enough liquid to cook them through at a simmer in a covered pot for a long time.

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What is soup vs broth vs stew vs stock? ›

Broth and stock are almost interchangeable. Soup is broth or stock with meat and/or vegetables cooked in it, or pureed vegetables cooked with water or stock/broth, or sometimes only a roux that thickens a stock - maybe with cream added for body. Stew is like my first example of soup, but heavily thickened.

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Soup & Stew Recipes Archives (2024)

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What is the difference between soup and stew and broth? ›

What thickens soups and stews? ›

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