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The Encyclopedia of Soups and Stews

Over 300 Hearty Recipes for Every Season
By The Coastal Kitchen
Series: Encyclopedia Cookbooks
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Unlock the hearty and comforting world of soups and stews with this encyclopedic cookbook. This cookbook offers an extensive collection of over 300 nourishing recipes for every season. Dive into a rich tapestry of flavours, from classic favourites like French onion soup and beef stew to... Read More
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Unlock the hearty and comforting world of soups and stews with this encyclopedic cookbook.

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Unlock the hearty and comforting world of soups and stews with this encyclopedic cookbook.

This cookbook offers an extensive collection of over 300 nourishing recipes for every season. Dive into a rich tapestry of flavours, from classic favourites like French onion soup and beef stew to exciting new twists with spicy ramen bowls and creamy chowders. Perfect for both culinary novices and experienced chefs, these recipes come with easy-to-follow instructions and expert tips to ensure success in every bowl.

Inside you'll discover:

  • Over 300 recipes for soups and stews that span the globe
  • Gorgeous full-colour photographs to inspire your culinary creations
  • Techniques for elevating your soups and stews to new levels of deliciousness

Whether you're preparing a cosy weeknight dinner or a celebratory feast, The Encyclopedia of Soups and Stews will be your go-to guide for crafting meals that bring people together. Embrace the warmth and satisfaction of creating soul-soothing dishes with every recipe.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781400352999

Publisher: HarperCollins Focus

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 18 December 2025

Country: United States

Imprint: Cider Mill Press Book Publishers LLC

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 43.0mm

Width: 211.0mm

Height: 262.0mm

Weight: 1844g

Pages: 496

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About the Author

The Coastal Kitchen believes that food is the easiest way to create the connection and meaning we all need in our lives. To help build this foundation, our editors work to bring the very best recipes, techniques, and ideas from the culinary world into your home, creating books that emphasize quality, accessibility, and simplicity, and make it a bit easier to infuse your life with balance, joy, and beauty.

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