Just Soup (& sandwiches & salads) / Solo Sopa

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

Maybe we could substitute some Mexican herbs instead of chicory. But keep the fennel. Also use añejo instead of parmesan.

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

Fish tea is an endlessly flexible soup recipe found across the Caribbean, consisting of fish, starchy vegetables like pumpkin and yellow yam, and seasonings, which can all vary depending on the cook Some prepare it with a helpful packet labeled "fish tea flavored soup mix," while others prefer making it from scratch with fresh fish heads This weeknight version lands somewhere in the middle, showcasing tender-crisp summer vegetables like corn and green beans in a delicate broth scented with ginger, allspice and juicy hunks of snapper

This silky, salmon-colored purée from Cordoba, Spain, is thicker and creamier than gazpacho Andaluz, just a simple mixture of tomatoes, bread, garlic and olive oil Its success depends entirely on the quality of the tomatoes and oil Authentic salmorejo has about three times as much olive oil as this version and can be thicker, doubling as a sauce or a dip

Poached and flaked cooked fish in an easy, hearty salad with plump cranberry beans and peppery arugula makes a lovely, satisfying meal.

Congee is regarded as the ultimate Chinese comfort food, according to the author Fuchsia Dunlop This recipe for ji zhou or chicken congee, from her book on Jiangnan regional cuisine, is dead simple and satisfying Serve it with chicken and soy sauce for a late-night Shanghai-style snack.

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

The key to great corn flavor in this simple chowder is making a quick corn stock from the cobs of the fresh, peak-season sweet corn and using it as the base for the soup.

With cucumbers, tomatoes, browned tofu and a punchy dressing, this recipe’s combination of hot, cold, juicy and snappy makes for a refreshing lunch or light dinner Inspired by Chinese smashed cucumber salads, many of which include dried chiles or chile oil, this recipe’s piquant and spicy dressing uses chile crisp as well as lemon juice, raw garlic and soy sauce The only cooking that’s required is searing the tofu, which helps it drink up more of the dressing

One of Chile’s most popular street foods, Completos feature hot dogs tucked into a fresh, sturdy bun then generously topped with sauerkraut, diced tomatoes, mashed avocado, mayonnaise, and more.

Beloved in Arizona, these hot dogs are wrapped in crispy bacon and loaded with pinto beans, onions, a jalapeño salsa, and juicy tomatoes.

Juicy grilled shrimp tossed with an herby mayo and piled into toasted, buttered buns.

This collection of coleslaw recipes includes a creamy classic version as well as the vinegary and red varieties commonly served with barbecue in the Carolinas. A Tex-Mex jalapeño slaw brings the heat, and two slaws inspired by Asian cuisine add variety to the bunch.

In this twist on the classic Caesar salad, a garlicky, savory vinaigrette is paired with crisp leaf lettuce, salty Parmesan cheese, and a medley of sweet roasted vegetables that’s perfect for a light summer dinner.

Top your salads and soups with these croutons—or keep them in a bowl and eat them like popcorn.

All the components of a BLT paired with briny anchovies, salty-sweet Parmigiano-Reggiano, and lots of black pepper reach imperial levels of flavor.