Here in San Francisco, we've been experiencing unusually cold weather. It's perfect for this festive time of year, but it leaves me craving hot, flavorful soups and stews to warm up. Some of these recipes require more prep time than others, but the result is well worth it when you dig into that piping hot bowl of flavor. From cioppino to spicy tortilla soup, any of these recipes is a great Read more

It's cold outside, which means a gazpacho just won't do. Instead, beat the chill with a hearty and healthy stew. To get you started, here's a collection of recipes from some of our favorite healthy meat-eatin' and vegan bloggers! The best part about making a stew? It always tastes better the next day — now there's a reason to get snowed in. Read more

Winter might not be the ideal time for planning a picnic, but once a year I like to dust of the grill and invite friends to join me for a meal in the cool outdoors. The key to a successful picnic, no matter the season, is to plan ahead. Most of the food should be made in advance, and when it's going to be cold out, the menu has to have at least one warming dish like soup. I've looked back at all Read more

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This week, SavvySugar challenged you to bring your lunch to work, and now I'm chiming in. It's 2011, why not bring your lunch to work, at least a couple days per week? Not only is it a wonderful way to save money, but it's also great for eating a more healthy diet. Since I always bring my lunch to work, I thought I'd inspire you with some of my favorite lunch recipes. Read more

The height of snowstorm season couldn't be a better time to go back to cooking basics and making more meals in the comfort of your own home. A soul-satisfying bowl of soup isn't just a remedy for the Winter blues; it also fills your hearth with a sense of warmth that can't be replicated with anything else. If you're a soup lover, here are 10 seminal recipes to get to know. Read more

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