Kapusniak (Polish Potato, Kielbasa, and Cabbage Soup)

There are hundreds of variations on classic Polish kapusniak (sauerkraut and sausage soup). This version is not authentic, but it is simple, delicious, and deeply nourishing. Sauerkraut and fresh cabbage come together for extra flavor in the broth.

Caldo Verde (Portuguese Potato and Kale Soup With Sausage)

Caldo verde, a potato and kale soup from northern Portugal, is one of those dishes that seem custom-made for lazy rainy days, when you want something hearty and comforting but don't feel like putting in a ton of effort.

Sausage and Sauerkraut Stew with Duck Fat Dumplings

[Photograph: Max Falkowitz] Juniper plays best with gamey meats, but game can be hard to come by. If you don't hunt (or have a friend who does), your options are limited. Ducks, however, are far more widely available and are...

The Best Potato-Leek Soup

An easy potato-leek soup that takes no shortcuts to deliver the best flavor and texture possible. A touch of buttermilk and potatoes pressed through a ricer are the secret.

Choucroute Garnie à l'Alsacienne (Alsatian Braised Sauerkraut With Mixed Meats and Sausages)

Meat and sauerkraut: It's a combo we all know and love, but no version takes it to such exalted heights as Alsatian choucroute garnie. Making it requires knowing a thing or two about all the cuts of meat involved and how best to handle them. This recipe will ensure that your lean cuts don't dry out and that your tough ones become meltingly tender.

Leek and Potato Soup

Leek and Potato Soup is a thick and creamy French soup that's cosy and comforting and also ideal for elegant dinners. Garlic butter base, croutons on top!

Grilled Bratwurst, Beer, and Cheddar Soup

Rich, hot beer-cheese soup may not sound like ideal summer fare, but this version is made with a warm-weather cookout star—smoky grilled brats—that transform it into a dish that's seasonally appropriate. Flavored with cheddar and spiked with a bit of Velveeta for improved texture, it's my go-to meal when I want a taste of my Midwestern roots.

Polish Cabbage, Potato, and Bacon Casserole

This browned, bubbling, soul-satisfying winner of a winter dish brings warmth on a cold winter night.

Bigos (Polish Hunter's Stew)

Bigos, or traditional Polish Hunter's Stew, is one of those homey recipes that changes from household to household. This version is from A Polish Country House Kitchen by Anne Applebaum and Danielle Crittenden and blends pork, venison, beef, veal, and sausage with cabbage, sauerkraut, and mushrooms.

Broccoli and Potato Soup

A satisyfing, creamy Broccoli and Potato Soup with cheese. Easy to make, with a quick recipe video included, this is a hearty yet healthy meal!