Soups & Stews

Light Chicken & Vegetable Soup with Basil and Lime: Your Fridge’s Second Act Hey friends, Jackson here. Let’s get real for a second. How many times have you opened the fridge, seen that container of leftover… *something*… and thought, “Ugh, round two”? You’re not alone. We’ve all been there. But what if I told you that the very best meals often aren’t the first-day, perfectly plated ones, but the glorious, spontaneous, “let’s-make-magic-from-what-we-have” creations that come after? That’s the spirit of Food Meld, and that’s the soul of this Light Chicken & Vegetable Soup with Basil and Lime. This isn’t just … Learn more

For When You Need a Flavorful Hug in a Bowl Hey friends, Jackson here from Food Meld. Let’s talk about one of life’s greatest simple pleasures: a truly incredible bowl of soup. Not the bland, whisper-thin stuff, but a soup that announces itself. A soup that’s hearty, zesty, and feels like a warm, flavorful hug from the inside out. That’s exactly what this Chicken Tortilla Soup is all about. This isn’t just dinner; it’s an experience. We’re talking tender shreds of chicken swimming in a smoky, tomato-y broth that’s been kissed with lime, packed with hearty black beans and sweet … Learn more

Pozole Verde: Your New Favorite Bowl of Sunshine Hey friends, Jackson here from Food Meld. Let me paint you a picture: It’s one of those evenings where the light is golden, you’re a little tired from the day, and you’re craving something that feels like a hug from the inside out. Something vibrant, something simmering on the stove that makes your whole kitchen smell incredible. That’s where this Pozole Verde comes in. If you’ve never had pozole (pronounced poh-SOH-leh), you’re in for a serious treat. This isn’t just soup; it’s a Mexican culinary tradition, a party in a bowl. Today, … Learn more

The Ultimate Bowl of Irish Comfort: Creamy Dublin Coddle Soup Hey there, friend. Jackson here. Can we talk about that moment when the weather turns, the wind starts howling, and all you want is a bowl of something that feels like a warm hug from the inside out? You know the feeling. That’s the exact moment I head to the kitchen, grab my biggest, heaviest Dutch oven, and get ready to make some magic. Today, that magic is my Creamy Dublin Coddle Soup. If you’ve never heard of a Dublin Coddle, you’re in for the best kind of treat. Traditionally, … Learn more

When Two Comfort Food Classics Fall in Love Hey friends, Jackson from Food Meld here. Let me ask you a question: do you ever have one of those days where you’re staring into the pantry, and your stomach is begging for something cozy, but your brain is too tired for a complicated recipe? You’re torn between the velvety, nostalgic hug of a good tomato soup and the satisfying, hearty chew of a great pasta. Well, my fellow foodie, I’m here to tell you the best news you’ll hear all week: you don’t have to choose. This Creamy Tomato Soup Pasta … Learn more

Spicy Comfort in a Bowl – Without the Guilt! Hey friends, Jackson here from Food Meld. Let’s get real for a second. Is there anything better than a big, steamy bowl of soup on a cozy night? You know the kind I’m talking about—the one that warms you up from the inside out and makes you forget all about the crazy day you just had. But sometimes, we’re craving something with a little more… personality. A little more kick. A little more “let’s wake up our taste buds!” energy. That’s exactly where this Creamy Buffalo Chicken Soup comes in. Imagine … Learn more

Your New Favorite Bowl of Cozy: Hearty Vegetable Lentil Soup Hey friends, Jackson from Food Meld here. Let’s talk about that feeling. You know the one—when the wind is howling, your day has been a marathon, and all you crave is a meal that feels like a warm hug from the inside out. You want something nourishing, something that makes your kitchen smell incredible, and something that doesn’t require a culinary degree or a sink full of dishes. You want a bowl of pure, uncomplicated comfort. Well, my friend, you’ve come to the right place. This Hearty Vegetable Lentil Soup … Learn more

Hearty Chicken and Vegetable Stew: Your New Go-To Cozy Dinner Hey friends, Jackson from Food Meld here. Let’s talk about that feeling. You know the one. It’s that moment you step inside after a long, chilly day, your shoulders are tight, and all you crave is a big, warm hug from the inside out. You need something that smells incredible from the first sizzle in the pot, something that fills your kitchen with those cozy, aromatic promises of a great meal to come. Well, my friend, you’ve just found your kitchen’s new best friend: my Hearty Chicken and Vegetable Stew. … Learn more

When You Need a Hug From the Inside Out Hey friends, Jackson here. Let’s talk about one of life’s greatest feelings: that moment you take a bite of something so deeply comforting, so perfectly spiced, and so soul-warming that you just have to close your eyes and smile. You know the one. It’s the feeling we’re constantly chasing here at Food Meld, and friends, I’ve got a recipe that delivers it in spades. This isn’t just any soup. This is my Easy Thai Red Curry Dumpling Soup—a glorious, steaming bowl of cozy heat that’s about to become your new weeknight … Learn more

Your New Go-To Bowl of Sunshine: Italian Penicillin Soup Hey friends, Jackson here from Food Meld. Let’s be real, we’ve all been there. That moment when you feel a tickle in your throat, the world gets a little fuzzy, and all you want is a bowl of something that feels like a warm, comforting hug from the inside out. For generations, that something has been chicken soup. But what if you’re craving that same soul-soothing, feel-better magic without the meat? Or maybe you just need a clean, light reset after a few too many indulgent days? Well, pull up a … Learn more