During these still-cool spring days, creamy soup is a wonderful way to enjoy asparagus. This recipe lightens it up a bit by using homemade cashew cream rather than heavy cream. For a deliciously silky-smooth soup, look for thinner stalks of asparagus.

Potato soup can get pretty fancy these days, but we’re revisiting its roots, which lie in simple pantry ingredients. This soup comes together quickly in just one pot on the stovetop, creating a cozy bowl perfect for snuggling up with on a cool night.

This fresh take on pesto powers up the nutritive value with kale, ground mustard seed, and walnuts.

This alcohol-free riff on a classic Moscow Mule hits all the right notes with zingy ginger and fresh lime. It’s a crowd-pleaser!

Shepherd’s pie is comfort food at its best. Ground beef (or meat alternative) and vegetables cooked in a savory gravy and topped with pillowy mashed potatoes are baked to perfection to make this hearty and nourishing dish.

Breakfast can sometimes be a chore to figure out, particularly around the holidays. These little sausage bites are not only a breeze to make and a crowd pleaser, but can be made ahead of time. Don’t like sausage? No problem!