THE FUSE

When I’m feeling lazy but still have to figure out dinner, I inevitably find myself gathering ingredients to make a soup or stew. I love how a bit of upfront work — chopping, sautéing, and seasoning — allows me to walk away and let the pot bubble with minimal attention until mealtime. In soup-making, time is the best ingredient, whether my trusty Dutch oven holds a classic chicken noodle or a chile-laden posole rojo. Transforming individual ingredients into a cohesive dish isn’t instantaneous.