Chef John's Beef and Barley Stew Hearty Beef and Barley Stew with Root Vegetables and Herbs Ingredients: 2 lbs beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 large onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 3 carrots, sliced 2 stalks celery, sliced 1 parsnip or turnip, peeled and diced (optional) 1 cup pearl barley 8 cups beef broth 2 tablespoons tomato paste 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1 bay leaf Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish Directions: In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Brown the beef cubes in batches, then set aside. In the same pot, add the onion and garlic and cook until softened, about 3–4 minutes. Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1 minute more to deepen the flavor. Return the beef to the pot along with carrots, celery, parsnip (if using), barley, thyme, bay leaf, and beef broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 1.5 to 2 hours, stirring occasionally, until the beef is tender and the barley is cooked through. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Discard the bay leaf before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm with crusty bread. Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cook Time: 2 hours | Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes Kcal: 420 kcal per serving | Servings: 6 servings #beefandbarleystew #heartymeals #comfortfood #soulfood #chefjohnrecipe #winterwarmers #onepotmeal #stewseason #wholesomecooking #classicrecipes #barleydishes #slowcookedbeef #dutchovenrecipes #homemadestew #rootvegetables #herbandbeef #heartyrecipes #simmeredgoodness #beefstewlove #familydinners Nothing warms the soul like a steaming bowl of Beef and Barley Stew! This Chef John classic is rich, rustic, and full of deep flavor.

Lamb and Parsnip Soup Hearty Lamb and Parsnip Soup with Herbs and Root Vegetables Ingredients: 1 lb lamb shoulder or stew meat, cubed 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 onion, chopped 2 garlic cloves, minced 2 parsnips, peeled and diced 2 carrots, diced 1 potato, peeled and cubed 1 stalk celery, sliced 6 cups lamb or vegetable broth 1 teaspoon dried rosemary 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme Salt and black pepper to taste Fresh parsley, for garnish Directions: In a large soup pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add lamb pieces and brown on all sides. Remove and set aside. In the same pot, sauté onion and garlic for 2–3 minutes, until fragrant. Add parsnips, carrots, potato, and celery. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Return lamb to the pot. Add rosemary, thyme, broth, salt, and pepper. Stir well. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the lamb is tender and the vegetables are cooked through. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 1 hour 45 minutes | Total Time: 2 hours Kcal: 390 kcal | Servings: 6 servings #lambsoup #parsnipsoup #rootvegetables #comfortfood #slowcookedsoup #heartymeals #winterwarmers #souprecipes #lambandveggies #rusticsoup #wholesomeeats #homecookedcomfort #rootveggiesoup #souptime #traditionalrecipes #lambrecipes #fallrecipes #souplovers #onepotmeals #cozykitchen Cozy up with this Lamb and Parsnip Soup — it’s rich, rustic, and full of soul-warming flavor. A bowl of this is all you need on a chilly night!

Cabbage Roll Soup Hearty Unstuffed Cabbage Roll Soup with Ground Beef and Rice Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 lb (450g) ground beef 1 onion, diced 3 cloves garlic, minced 4 cups chopped green cabbage 1 large carrot, diced 4 cups beef broth 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes 1 (15 oz) can tomato sauce 1 tablespoon tomato paste 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 1 teaspoon smoked paprika 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1/2 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste) 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1/2 cup uncooked long-grain white rice 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (for garnish) Directions: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain excess fat if needed. Add diced onion and garlic. Sauté for 2–3 minutes until softened and fragrant. Stir in chopped cabbage and carrots, cooking for 4–5 minutes until slightly softened. Add beef broth, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine. Bring soup to a boil, then reduce heat to low and stir in the uncooked rice. Simmer uncovered for 25–30 minutes, or until rice is cooked and vegetables are tender. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 35 minutes | Total Time: 45 minutes Kcal: 320 kcal | Servings: 6 servings #cabbagerollsoup #unstuffedcabbageroll #comfortsoup #beefsoup #weeknightdinners #cabbageideas #heartymeals #souprecipe #easyhomemade #fallcooking #winterwarmers #homemadesoup #souplovers #veggieandmeat #familydinner #easycomfortfood #cozyeats #mealprepideas #simpleingredients #classicflavor Turn your favorite comfort dish into a spoonful of cozy! This Cabbage Roll Soup is hearty, flavorful, and perfect for chilly days.

Broccoli and Stilton Soup Creamy Broccoli & Blue Cheese Soup Elegance Ingredients: 1 tbsp olive oil 1 onion, chopped 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 medium potato, peeled and diced 1 liter vegetable stock 500g broccoli, chopped (including stalks) 150g Stilton cheese, crumbled Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste 100ml single cream (optional, for extra richness) Croutons or toasted walnuts, for garnish Directions: Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened. Stir in the diced potato and cook for another 2 minutes. Pour in the vegetable stock and bring to a gentle boil. Simmer for 10 minutes until the potato begins to soften. Add the chopped broccoli and cook for a further 8–10 minutes, or until all vegetables are tender. Remove the pot from heat. Allow to cool slightly before blending the soup with an immersion blender or in batches using a standard blender, until smooth. Stir in the crumbled Stilton and gently reheat the soup. Add cream if using. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Serve hot, garnished with croutons or a sprinkle of toasted walnuts. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes Kcal: 270 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #broccolisoup #stiltonsoup #comfortfood #fallrecipes #souprecipe #easymeals #vegetariansoup #broccoli #bluecheese #weeknightdinners #homemadesoup #winterwarmers #savoryrecipes #onepotmeals #seasonalfood #souprecipeideas #healthycomfortfood #cheeselovers #gourmetsoup #quickdinners Nothing beats a warm bowl of Broccoli and Stilton Soup on a chilly day! Creamy, cheesy, and absolutely comforting.

Tomato and Basil Soup Creamy Roasted Tomato and Fresh Basil Soup Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 medium onion, chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 2 pounds ripe tomatoes, halved 1 cup canned crushed tomatoes 1 tablespoon tomato paste 2 cups vegetable broth 1 teaspoon sugar Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste 1/2 cup heavy cream (or coconut cream for vegan option) 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, plus more for garnish Optional: grated Parmesan or vegan cheese for topping Directions: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place halved tomatoes on a baking sheet, drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Roast for 30–35 minutes until slightly charred and softened. In a large pot, heat the remaining olive oil over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion for 5 minutes until translucent. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute more. Add roasted tomatoes, crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and vegetable broth to the pot. Bring to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes. Stir in sugar and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Remove from heat and add fresh basil. Blend the soup using an immersion blender (or carefully transfer to a blender in batches) until smooth. Return the soup to low heat and stir in the heavy cream. Simmer for 5 minutes more. Serve hot, garnished with more basil and optional grated cheese. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 45 minutes | Total Time: 55 minutes Kcal: 220 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #tomatosoup #souprecipe #comfortfood #vegetariansoup #basilrecipes #homemadetomatosoup #roastedtomatoes #easyrecipes #fallrecipes #winterwarmers #healthycomfortfood #creamysoup #glutenfree #dairyoptional #souplovers #simplemeals #plantbased #herbsoup #tomatoandbasil #veganadaptable Nothing beats the cozy comfort of a bowl of Tomato and Basil Soup Creamy, fragrant, and absolutely heartwarming!