The ultimate cold-weather food? A big pot of beans bubbling on the stove. Add a loaf of crusty bread and a bowl of mixed greens and you've got a meal comforting enough to brighten even the dreariest of winter days.
This simple and satisfying stew couldn't be easier to make. For an extra hit of flavor, throw a diced Parmesan rind in with the kale.
A crowd-pleasing, hearty dish made with four types of cured meat.
Kabocha squash and jalapeño provide a touch of both sweetness and spice to this vegetarian soup from cookbook author Anna Thomas.
Lobster stock adds depth to this inventive version of the classic French dish.
About the author: Anya Hoffman is a freelance writer and contributing editor at the James Beard Foundation. Find her on Twitter.
