Winter Recipes

Warm up with our best winter recipes, cooking tips and entertaining ideas. Among our favorite family activities and party ideas, you’ll find hearty, heart-warming comfort foods like soups, casseroles, warm drinks and more.

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    Pineapple Beets

    This is a special way to dress up beets. Paired with pineapple, they have a slightly sweet taste that has...


    Meatless Spaghetti

    This chunky sauce is so good you'll think it's loaded with meat. But it actually features a whole bushel of...


    Taco-Filled Peppers

    Loaded with vegetables, beef and beans, these stuffed peppers stand out from the others. The tasty dish is so easy...


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    Hot Fudge Cake

    This hot fudge cake is so decadent, rich and chocolatey that you may want to serve it with a tall...


    Cranberry Pork Roast

    "Guests rave about this tender roast, and I love preparing it because it's so simple," relates Audrey Thibodeau of Mesa,...


    Slow-Cooker Pepper Steak

    From the tenderest meat to flavorful vegetables, this slow-cooker pepper steak is a perfectly tasty weeknight meal that doesn’t require...


    Pot Roast with Vegetables

    This old-fashioned favorite uses an economical cut of beef that's simmered to fork-tenderness.—National Livestock and Meat Board


    Mixed Vegetable Salad

    Anita Gibson of Clinton, Illinois shares colorful, crunchy and slightly sweet Mixed Vegetable Salad.

    Stuffed Green Peppers

    My family always asks me to make this dish for them, especially in the summer when fresh tomatoes and green...


    Bologna Salad Sandwiches

    "This spread makes a filling sandwich perfect for a big appetite," says Joyce Walker of Ridgeway, Virginia.


    Sweet and Sour Spareribs

    Sweet and sour spareribs are easy and packed with tangy flavor from the homemade sauce.


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    Potato Rolls

    Homemade potato rolls have a distinctively delicious flavor and moist, fluffy texture.


    Chicken Hashbrown Casserole

    Chicken hashbrown casserole is a true comfort food favorite. Even better, this recipe is as easy as combining the ingredients...


    Tomato Dumplings

    The wonderful fresh tomato taste of the sauce complements these light savory dumplings. They make a perfect side dish for...


    Old-Fashioned Wilted Lettuce

    "I remember my grandmother making this wonderful 'wilted' salad with leaf lettuce from her garden and serving it with a...


    Buttery French Bread

    Mom dressed up plain French bread with this interesting, delicious recipe. The combination of paprika, celery seed and butter makes...


    Chicken Rice Dinner

    Everyone enjoys the country-style combination of chicken, rice and mushrooms. Using chicken bouillon adds to this dish's wonderful flavor.—Judith Anglen,...

    Zesty Sloppy Joes

    For a big family gathering, these sandwiches are a hit. I have never served them without getting recipe requests. A...


    White Christmas Cake

    "Wow!" is the reaction from family and guests when they see and taste this lovely three-layer beauty. White chocolate, coconut...


    Vegetable Meat Loaf

    I'm not big on leftovers, so I've pared down my recipes to serve two. This meat loaf is simple and...


    Vegetable Beef Soup

    When we come in from playing in the snow, I serve this hearty vegetable beef soup. —Nancy Soderstrom, Roseville, Minnesota


    Upside-Down Apple Gingerbread

    Don't expect any leftovers when you take this moist cake to a potluck. People love it because it's a little...


    Turkey Biscuit Stew

    This chunky stew makes a hearty supper, especially in the fall and winter. It'salso a great way to use extra...

    Three-Cheese Chicken Bake

    This is a hearty, comforting casserole that's always a crowd-pleaser. The combination of flavors and interesting colors ensures I come...


    Swiss Elk Steak

    Growing up in Montana, I enjoyed eating elk on a regular basis. You'll find the elk cooks up nice and...


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    How to Cook a Ham

    Whip up a gorgeous holiday centerpiece with this easy glazed ham recipe. Our Test Kitchen experts share their best tips...


    Sugar-Free Chocolate Fudge

    This sugar-free fudge is a true treat. You don't need sugar to have a flavor-filled dessert!


    Ranch Mac & Cheese

    I came up with the recipe for this creamy and satisfying macaroni and cheese, which has a special twist. My...


    Italian Spaghetti

    Our Italian spaghetti recipe comes together in just 25 minutes and is an excellent option after a very busy day....