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Recipe Roundup: Stews

Anya Hoffman

 Michael Bologna's recipe for white bean and sausage stew, adapted by the James Beard Foundation

Michael Bologna's recipe for white bean and sausage stew, adapted by the James Beard Foundation

Anya Hoffman

Mon, May 16, 2016

Get out your Dutch oven: it's stew season. …

Get out your Dutch oven: it's stew season. From quick coconut shrimp to a lamb stew studded with parsnips and bacon, here are some of our favorite rib-sticking recipes.

White Bean and Sausage Stew [JBF]

This greens-flecked stew is simple enough to pull together on a weeknight. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese before serving.

Green Chile and Chicken Stew [BA]

A purée of roasted tomatillos, peppers, and chiles gives this dish its piquant depth.

Lamb Stew with Parsnips, Bacon, and Fennel [JBF]

Ladle this hearty lamb stew over a bowl of hot buttered egg noodles.

Korean Soft Tofu Stew (Soondubu Jjigae) [Serious Eats]

Making this spicy, savory stew may require a trip to an Asian market, but it is so, so worth it. Silken (not firm) tofu is a must, and don't skip the dried anchovies. You won't taste them but they're vital to the dish.

Chevy's Coconut Shrimp Stew [JBF]

Serve this easy-to-make pot of shrimp with plenty of bread or rice for sopping up the fragrant broth.