Creamy Miso White Bean Soup

The best soups aren’t just delicious, they’re easy to make, too. This vegetarian bean recipe delivers on both accounts, thanks to pantry ingredients and an infusion of white miso. Serve with toasted, crusty bread and a spicy, light red wine like pinot noir. Photo: Caitlin Bensel Add onion, and cook, stirring occasionally, until translucent, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat to medium, and simmer until beans are very soft, about 15 minutes....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 115 words · Mark Spencer

Creamy Mushroom Soup With Chives

Few simple recipes are as satisfying as a classic mushroom soup. This is because mushrooms are high in umami, the fifth taste, which roughly translates to savory. This easy version calls for cremini and shiitake mushrooms, both of which have deep, earthy notes. Photo: Jen Causey Oh, and a drizzle of heavy cream doesnt hurt. Add onion, garlic, 2 cups creminis, and 112 cups shiitakes. Cook, stirring often, until softened, 6 to 7 minutes....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 135 words · Andrew Snow MD

Creamy One-Pot Mashed Potatoes

We found your new favorite recipe for simple, silky mashed potatoes. Arguably the star of theThanksgiving tableand so many other spreads, mashed potatoes are almost universally beloved. They don’t even have to be great to be good enough. Greg DuPree But, this mashed potato recipe is great indeed, for a few reasons. First off, you’ll be using Yukon Goldpotatoes, not the traditional Russet variety. Yukon Golds aren’t as starchy, which helps avoid gumminess....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 302 words · Lisa Delgado

Creamy Potato Salad With Bacon

Crisp bacon provides a crunchy contrast to this potato salad’s creamy, tangy mayonnaise-sour cream dressing. Add enough cold water to cover and bring to a boil. Add 1 teaspoon salt, reduce heat, and simmer until tender, 15 to 18 minutes. Photo: Con Poulos Drain and run under cold water to cool. Meanwhile, cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crisp, 6 to 8 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 108 words · Gregory Payne

Creamy Potato-Cabbage Soup

A quick and cozy soup is what’s for dinner. Comfort food doesn’t have to mean simmering a pot on the stove for hours. Sometimes a warm, hearty bowl of soup is only 30 minutes and a handful of economical ingredients away. Greg DuPree Stirring in vinegar at the end of cooking adds brightness, and a dollop of sour cream adds richness. Serve a bowl of this soup with fresh, crusty bread on the side for dunking....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 210 words · Wendy Dickson

Creamy Sweet Potato and Leek Soup

This luscious soup is rich in flavor thanks to one superstar ingredient. But if we must, well continue to rave about this rich and creamy soup. A generous amount of cream is then added to make this soup even more luscious. Photo:Greg Dupree Sprinkle with chives and crispy bacon and youve got a soup for the books. This recipe was developed by Catherine Jessee. Ingredients 3ozthick-cut applewood smoked bacon, cut into 1-in....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 160 words · Amber Scott

Creamy Veggie Chicken Noodle Soup

This cozy chicken noodle soup gets a springy twist. But a handful of unexpected ingredients quickly transforms this soup into a spring favorite. This recipe was developed by Melissa Gray. Photo:Greg DuPree Transfer chicken to a plate. Let chicken rest for 5 minutes, then use forks to shred it into bite-size pieces. Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice and dark green scallion slices.

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 65 words · Daniel Travis DDS

Create a 'Dreamlike' Sleep Experience That Rivals Luxury Hotels With This Mattress Topper

If you punch links we provide, we may receive compensation. It’s racked up more than 21,700 five-star ratings. Amazon is full of high-quality options, like thiscomfortable mattress padfrom Coonp thats currently on sale for $59. Photo:Real Simple The topper is also machine washable, and oneshopper sharedthat it “feels brand new” after every cycle. Note that the 40 percent discount does not extend to all sizes. Dubbed the “ultimate comfort,” over 3,000 toppers have been purchased within the last month alone....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 108 words · Vanessa Smith

Create a Luxe Resort at Home With These Outdoor Furniture and Decor Finds From $15

If you choose links we provide, we may receive compensation. Including classic wicker pieces and Adirondack chairs. Thats exactly what youll find in theMainstays Adirondack Chair. Photo:Real Simple / Francesca Fasciglione Another added that theyre so comfortable, they could easily fall asleep in them. The chairs are designed to endure all types of weather and stack together easily for convenient, space-saving storage. Reviewers noted that the pair is sturdy, comfortable, and comes fully assembled....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 110 words · Mary Marshall

Create a Quick Terra-Cotta Pot Centerpiece

Make this floral delight the focus of your table, and watch the conversation bloom. Use old flower pots to make decorative topiaries for your next cocktail party. Soak the foam in water for a few minutes until it’s fully saturated. Photo: James Baigrie Remove the leaves from the ranunculus stems. Step 2 Gently place the foam into the glass and the glass into a pot. Step 4 Rotate the pot as you go until the surface is covered....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 84 words · Joyce Lawrence

Create a Year-Round Outdoor Oasis With This Durable Solarium That’s $1,150 Off

If you choose links we provide, we may receive compensation. Shoppers say its roomy and worth the investment. It also has a protective coating that makes it highly scratch-resistant, in case a bad storm hits. Photo:Real Simple / Reese Herrington They added that its just what they wanted without spending thousands more on a wood-framed custom gazebo. The customer also appreciates its low maintenance design. Wayfair Wayfair Amazon Wayfair Wayfair

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 70 words · Derrick Rodriguez

Crew Socks Are Gen-Z's Sock of Choice—Here's How to Style Them

Ditch your ankle socks. The invisible and ankle socks of yore have gone the way of theskinny jean, replaced by crew socks. Socks are an easy accessory that incorporate form and function. Photo:Hanna Lassen/Getty Images Their versatility is another huge reason behind the popularity boom. The key to ensuring a flattering end result? Ready to try the trend? Here, four different ways to style crew socks. Everyday Casual Crew socks can easily elevate a standard jeans and T-shirt pairing....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 137 words · Alisha Aguilar

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May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 35 words · Ryan Pugh