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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    Taco-Filled Pasta Shells

    I've been stuffing pasta shells with different fillings for years, but my family enjoys this version with taco-seasoned meat the...


    Banana Crepes

    I like to serve this impressive treat at parties. The pleasant banana-orange flavor makes it wonderful for dinner or brunch....


    Lemon Chicken and Rice

    On our busy ranch, we often need meals we can put on the table in a hurry. This all-in-one chicken...


    Meatball Hash Brown Bake

    For a seniors potluck at church, I wanted to create a recipe that would incorporate a meat dish and side...


    Hearty Baked Beef Stew

    This is such an easy way to make a wonderful beef stew. You don't need to brown the meat first—just...


    Festive Cranberry Cake

    Each fall here in Alaska, an abundant crop of wild cranberries is ripe for cooking. This cake, a favorite in...


    Skillet Zucchini and Sausage

    I lived on the Oregon coast for 20 years and had plenty of guests dropping by. I often turned to...


    Brunch Egg Casserole

    There aren't many foods that do a better job of combining two meals - in this case, breakfast and lunch...

    Green Pepper Steak

    For a delicious, fast meal, try this flavorful beef dinner loaded with tomatoes and peppers. What a perfect recipe to...


    Chocolate Sandwich Cookies

    These are my family's very favorite cookies. They're soft, chewy and totally delicious. —Karen Bourne, Magrath, Alberta


    Cozy Hot Chocolate

    Steaming mugs of these smooth beverages are a nice anytime treat with my husband, Ken.—Marie Hattrup, Sonoma, California


    Chicken Broccoli Casserole

    Broccoli is a popular vegetable in our home. This is one dish that always gets rave reviews. Serve it for...


    Italian Sausage and Kale Soup

    The first time I made this colorful soup, our home smelled wonderful. We knew it was a keeper to see...


    Creamy Butternut Squash & Sage Soup

    I recently started experimenting with new soup recipes, and finally created a rich squash version that omits heavy cream altogether,...


    Double-Crust Pizza Casserole

    After my husband and I got married, this biscuit pizza solved the what’s-for-dinner problem. As our family grew, I just...


    Roasted Sweet Potato Salad with Honey-Maple Vinaigrette

    This salad makes a beautiful presentation for the holidays with the bright colors of the sweet potatoes, cranberries and spinach....


    Quick Chicken Parmesan

    My mother inspired me to develop my first pasta sauce. It's tangy, simple and really satisfying. The longer it simmers,...

    Sausage & Kale Lentil Stew

    I made a pot of this awesome soup when visiting my sister and her family. Now, I'll bring it along...


    Slow Cooker Red Beans & Sausage

    Being from Louisiana, my go-to comfort food is red beans and rice. The Crock-Pot makes it so easy and the...


    Fontina Chicken & Pasta Bake

    Eat it tonight, or freeze it for later. This cheesy casserole is still awesome months after you make it. —Taste...


    Simple Shrimp Pad Thai

    Here's my shortcut version of pad thai. Stir in soy sauce and brown sugar, add a sprinkle of cilantro and...


    Italian Shredded Pork Stew

    Need a warm meal for a chilly night? Throw together this slow-cooked stew that’s brightened with fresh sweet potatoes, kale...


    Chicken Salad Croissant Sandwiches

    Parmesan cheese and dill make this the most incredible chicken salad I’ve ever tasted. These sandwiches are a simple entree...

    Beef Stew Provencal

    When I was young, my favorite food to order in a restaurant was beef stew. My mother and I decided...


    Chicken & Waffles

    My first experience with this dish sent my taste buds into orbit. I first made this chicken and waffles recipe...


    Simple Sesame Chicken with Couscous

    I created this dish after my three kids tried Chinese takeout and asked for more. To make things easy for...


    Big Batch Cheeseburger Soup

    When my mother-in-law gave me her recipe for cheeseburger soup, I changed it a little to make it my own....


    Beer-Braised Stew

    Guests will take one bite of this savory stew and immediately know something is different. And they'll never guess the...


    Cold-Day Chicken Noodle Soup

    When I was sick, my mom would make me this heartwarming chicken noodle soup. It was soothing when I had...