Just Soup (& sandwiches & salads) / Solo Sopa

Reflecting its main ingredient, cagaar (pronounced “ag-aar”) is both the Somali translation for the color green and a spinach stew While spinach is the heart of this dish, other vegetables are often included such as okra, carrots, zucchini, or cabbage, depending on one’s preference This dish almost always utilizes tomatoes as the base, weaving in warm xawaash spices and sparks of mild heat from the jalapeños

Some might be suspicious of the rolled oats called for in this recipe, but used in place of breadcrumbs, they help create a light and tender chicken meatball A half-cup more is simmered in the broth, which thickens it and provides a pleasant texture The meatballs, made with ground chicken, feta and fresh dill, swim in a lemony, spinach-filled broth that’s comforting and light, perfect for lunch or dinner

The version of West African groundnut soup I ate in my youth was a thick, peanut-packed broth made with chicken, spices, and tomatoes, but recipes for maafe (as it's called in Mali) vary hugely.

This hearty, satisfying dish of spiced pigeon peas is one of the most widely consumed dishes in India.

This silky-smooth soup is loaded with baked potato flavor.

You might not think of chili as an easy weeknight dish, but this turkey version from Pierre Franey will change your mind It's fabulous, it's healthy and it can be cooked in about a half hour A combination of dark and white meat really adds depth and richness of flavor, so try to find a mix, but all white meat (or a mixture of ground beef and turkey) will yield a stellar batch too.

Inspired by the Italian dish of sautéed puntarelle (an Italian variety of chicory) and white beans, this recipe makes a satisfying vegetarian main course or a hearty side dish for roast chicken or sausages It opts for canned white beans, for the sake of weeknight convenience, and Swiss chard, which is much milder than puntarelle and easier to find in the U.S Kale or escarole would also work well, if that’s what you’ve got

Mexico’s nourishing soup of tender pork, puréed chiles, and plump kernels of hominy has been cherished for centuries.

This simple lentil salad has a little secret: a toasty, brown butter vinaigrette perfumed with sage The dish has as much texture as it does flavor French green lentils or black lentils are the ideal choice, as they hold their shape well after cooking, but brown lentils will work too, though they’ll be a bit softer

The perfect meatball sandwich first needs perfect meatballs and great sauce. Once you have those two in place, the rest is a matter of construction and detail. Here's how we like to build ours.

This hearty tagine is a staple family meal in many Moroccan homes, cooked in the traditional m’qualli style with garlic, ground ginger and ground turmeric The comforting, earthy flavors of the meat, spices and green beans create a satisfying dinner perfect for sharing or meal prepping The cozy, fragrant stew is packed with pops of flavor from tangy preserved lemon and briny olives

This is one of the best formulas for a creamy, savory broccoli soup — and it doesn’t include any cream Borrowing from the concept of using coconut water to provide the kind of richness that is reminiscent of bone broth in Yi Jun Loh’s ingeniously vegan Malaysian ABC soup, this simple green elixir starts with a base of umami-loaded vegetables seared in olive oil then braised in coconut water With silken tofu providing creaminess, this verdant, vegetable-powered soup can be pleasurably contrasted, in flavor and in temperature, with an optional dollop of sweet, cool ricotta

The classic New Orleans sandwich combines a homemade olive salad with layers of thin-sliced Italian cold cuts. The secret is to let it rest before eating so the olive juices get absorbed into the bread.

These luscious beans are inspired by pasta alla gricia, a classic Roman dish that is similar to pasta carbonara, but this recipe doesn’t require any egg yolks The no-cream creaminess is created by vigorously stirring pecorino, sizzling pancetta and its fat into the warm, brothy beans, all of which emulsify into a spoon-coating peppery sauce Serve the beans with bread to mop up the sauce

Part quick and rustic bean stew and part deconstructed pesto, this pesto-inspired one-pan meal requires no blender and minimal slicing It all starts out by sizzling nuts with a little turmeric in olive oil until golden The Parmesan cheese makes a creamy base for softened shallots and tender beans; then freshly torn basil leaves and lemon juice are stirred in at the end so they stay vibrant and fresh

Savory sausage and earthy lentils are a perfect pairing in this quick, easy pressure cooker dinner recipe.

Deeply savory and earthy, this chicken and wild rice soup relies on bone-in chicken thighs for a rich homemade stock that’s enhanced with aromatic vegetables and wild rice. When finished with cream and a touch of lemon, it’s a supremely filling meal ideal for a chilly day.

This classic sandwich loaf has an autumnal twist: pumpkin purée is used in place of water to hydrate the dough, along with adding a gorgeous orange hue and subtle flavor.

Most people are familiar with the sweet, moist kind of pumpkin bread, but the yeasted variety is an unsung hero that works in sandwiches, French toast, and more.

We’re big sandwich fans, as you know (see: rye sandwich bread, spicy chicken sandwich, and our recently revamped roast beef). So we’re always keen to find ways to bring our thermal expertise to classic sandwiches. And today we’ve got a great one: the New Orleans oyster po-boy! A well-beloved sandwich with a storied history, the...

Soto ayam Madura is an Indonesian chicken noodle soup fragrant with turmeric, coriander, lemongrass, and makrut lime leaves.

Bright with lemon and herbs, and packed with hearty greens, this highly adaptable soup can be either light and brothy or thick and stewlike, depending on your preference Smashing some of the beans to release their starch will give you a thicker soup that’s almost worthy of a fork To keep it on the brothy side, add a little more liquid and leave the beans intact

A Vietnamese meal—whether it's a single bowl of phở, a plate of cơm tấm, a banh mi, or multiple dishes of a homestyle meal—all share a perfect balance of flavors, textures, protein, starch, fresh vegetables, and herbs. This collection of our favorite Vietnamese recipes showcase these qualities in all their vibrant iterations.

In China, cucumbers are considered the ideal foil for hot weather and hot food Versions of this salad, pai huang gua, are served all over the country, sometimes spiked with dried chiles and Sichuan peppercorns for more dimensions of flavor In Beijing, people buy whole chilled cucumbers from street vendors and munch them on the go, much as Americans become attached to their cups of iced coffee in summer

Italian hero, sub, hoagie, grinder — this classic sandwich has many names, and every deli makes it differently Its deliciousness lies in the proportion of rich-and-fatty ingredients to spicy-and-crunchy ones For optimal structure and texture, start with crusty rolls with pillowy insides (or toast soft rolls)

This staple bistro salad of Lyon features bitter greens tossed in a warm vinaigrette and topped with chewy lardons and a gooey poached egg.

Whether you're looking for something portable or more of a project to enjoy on a day off, there's a breakfast sandwich recipe for everyone.

This fresh take on the French classic embraces the natural sweetness of fresh, in-season corn.

This upgraded chopped salad harnesses all the delight of a classic gyro into bite-sized, flavor packed components using ingredients and pantry items that may already be in your kitchen Seared chicken takes the place of the usual spit-roasted chicken, pork or lamb The meat is marinated in yogurt and a homemade Greek seasoning blend, tenderizing the meat in less than an hour