The ultimate in comfort that's perfect for cosy nights, Donal's meatball stew couldn't be easier. Made from sausage meat spiked with fennel, simmered in broth with tender vegetables creating a one-pot ...

Few things are more comforting than a big pot of soup simmering away on the stove. Every spoonful feels like a warm hug, and ...

In a medium pot over medium heat, melt butter. Stir in onions and salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until onions are translucent and just starting to have some color, about 6 minutes. Add fennel ...

but you can banish the blahs with the perfect winter soup. Throw one of these in the slow cooker or on the stove and savor the delicious taste of cozy comfort in a bowl. These winter soup recipes ...

In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the oil over medium. Add the sausage, onions, carrots, celery, garlic, thyme, oregano, red ...

Peel the onion and parsnips. Chop finely, together with the fennel bulbs and celery, to roughly the same size dice. Roughly chop the parsley leaves. Melt the butter in a large pot or casserole dish.

Lightly crush the fennel seeds using a mortar and pestle ... Add the balsamic vinegar, check seasoning and if the soup is too thick add a little more hot water. Serve with some grated cheese ...

Squash soup is the ultimate winter comfort food ... One of our favorites is a gingery butternut soup with fennel and coconut milk. It's topped with a spicy pecan cream and a bit of lemon juice ...

Winter is all about Barefoot Contessa soups in my home ... I melted the butter over medium heat before throwing in the leeks, fennel, and carrots. I sautéed the veggies over medium-high heat ...