Seafood soups and stews fall into two categories: rustic, easy, comforting dishes with big flavors and a balance of seafood and vegetables,; and richer, more refined and more labor-intensive affairs ...

Years ago, I started a tradition on Christmas Eve of serving up hot soups with an array of breads and crackers. A cup of hot cider and homemade cookies completed the simple meal that we shared ...

Salmon, whether poached, broiled or grilled, makes for an easy weeknight meal accompanied by pilaf or couscous with a vegetable on the side. Plan ahead and cook extra salmon for a warming fish chowder ...

Rich, comforting and hearty, creamy fish chowder is a prime candidate for a 5:30 Challenge makeover — well, less of a makeover and more of a tweak. After all, fish cooks in a matter of minutes, and a ...

The days will start cooling down, and the sun will keep setting earlier each day. It’s time for warm cider and cozy sweaters. Most importantly, it’s time for a cozy bowl of piping-hot soup. Welcome ...

Nothing like a bowl of fish, vegetables, and aromatics to warm you up. From France to Argentina, Scotland to San Francisco, the tradition of fish stew stretches from coast to coast and country to ...

A seventh-generation Mainer, chef Christian Hayes grew up on New England staples: Boiled dinners. Lobsters. And lots and lots of chowders. These days, in his (now closed) kitchen at The Garrison, ...

This catch-of-the-day chowder can be adapted to the seafood currently available in your market. Instructions: Melt 1 tablespoon of the butter in a large heavy pot over medium heat. Cook the onion and ...

I am always on the lookout for ways to increase the nutritional density and lower the calories and fat of a dish without adversely affecting the taste. Remember, it’s got to be good and good for you!

The chef’s meal calls for seafood or chicken stock, extra-virgin olive oil, finely chopped smoky bacon, chopped onion, chopped celery hearts and their leafy tops, peeled and sliced starchy potatoes, ...