One thing that may make staying at home more delightful is cooking something that feels like spring. And that uses basic ingredients you may already have around your house! Here’s a spring recipe I wrote about a few years back that I may have to revisit this weekend while I look out my window in anticipation of healthier days to come.

What do you cook when it seems like nothing is in your house?

A few weeks ago I made Alison Roman's new stew recipe, and I haven't stopped making it since. It is endlessly adaptable, meaning I can make it with ingredients I have on hand. 

Last week, I saw a stale loaf of bread on my counter and assessed what else I had in the kitchen to make dinner. Bread became croutons to top a winter squash and celery root soup. This soup is particularly easy since you roast all the vegetables in the oven first before simmering and blending. It was cozy, comforting, and belly warming - a perfect way to start the season.