Something about a piping hot soup or stew ladled into a bowl signifies total comfort. Maybe it’s the aroma of a rich stew simmering on the stovetop or the pleasure of spooning into a velvety cream soup. With these Cooking Light recipes, comfort doesn’t mean excessive calories or fat—only simple satisfaction.
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INTRODUCTION
WHAT HEALTHY MEANS NOW • There is a lot of noise out there about what defines healthy eating—some of it rings true, while some of it is hype. For over three decades, Cooking Light has been a trusted source not only of reliable nutrition information but also of delicious ways to put that information into practice in the kitchen. So, what is the Cooking Light approach to healthy eating?
BEAN COUNTERS • Nutrient-rich, cheap, and shelf-stable, dried beans can transform your cooking. Follow our master method for the perfect batch every time.
EAT TO BEAT INFLAMMATION • It’s not just about eating a few “superfoods”—it’s about obtaining well-rounded nutrition each day.
4 GO-WITH-ANYTHING SIDES • Use seasonal fruits and vegetables to make these easy salads and side dishes that go with any meal.
VEGGIE FORWARD • FOCUS ON SEASONAL VEGETABLES INSTEAD OF MEAT TO MAKE SOUPS THAT ARE SURE TO SATISFY.
SEAFOOD, POULTRY & MEAT • THESE HEARTY SOUPS ARE BRIMMING WITH FRESH SEAFOOD, TENDER POULTRY, AND LEAN MEATS, AND THEY PROVIDE YOUR ENTIRE MEAL IN ONE BOWL.
CHILI • BEANS OR NO BEANS. MEAT OR NO MEAT. FIERY OR MILD. WHATEVER THE STYLE, WE CAN’T GET ENOUGH OF THIS SPICY FAVORITE.
STEW • HEARTIER AND THICKER THAN SOUPS, STEWS CONTAIN JUST ENOUGH LIQUID TO SIMMER IN A COVERED POT FOR HOURS.
GUMBO • GUMBO GOES LIGHT. THESE CLASSIC CAJUN/CREOLE DISHES FEATURE A BOUNTY OF SEAFOOD, SAUSAGE, AND CHICKEN AS WELL AS RICH, VIBRANT FLAVORS.
TOPPINGS & SIDES • GIVE YOUR SOUP A LITTLE MORE PERSONALITY WITH THESE CREATIVE IDEAS FOR TOPPERS AND BREADS.
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RECIPE INDEX • COOKING LIGHT | SOUPS & STEWS
