Caldo de res, which translates to beef broth, is the incomparable Mexican version of beef stew ... When I was growing up, this beef soup was my ultimate comfort food. I have fond memories of ...

and one dish that stands out is the comforting Mexican Bean Soup, also known as Crema de Frijol. I recently had this soup during a trip to Mexico City, and it was a complete revelation.

Tender vegetables, fresh herbs and bone-in beef shank come together ... all popular in Mexican cooking. Before serving, many finish this soup with garnishes like cilantro or lime wedges.

And then one day many years ago, a chef I was working for put a dish on the menu that included braised cabbage with a rich beef broth and vanilla bean ... this soup tastes a little bit like ...

And well, there’s Irish stew, beef bourguignon and so on, moving deeper into the stew category. Mexican cuisine comfort soup recipes inspired by the menudo still life at the newly reopened ...