Recipes

winter-best-food

Vegan Cabbage Soup

This vegan soup recipe is surprisingly easy to make. The flavorful broth is spiked with garlic, tomatoes and a hint of coriander. Just slice and dice your cabbage and fennel and you'll be enjoying thi

Roasted Cauliflower & Potato Curry Soup

In this healthy cauliflower soup recipe, roasting the cauliflower first adds depth and prevents the florets from turning to mush. A little tomato sauce and coconut milk give the broth a rich, silky te

White Bean Soup with Pasta

We use mirepoix—a combination of onion, celery and carrots—to flavor this white bean soup. Keep a store-bought bag of the mixture in your freezer to ensure you always have some on hand without wor

Chicken & Spinach Soup with Fresh Pesto

This fragrant, Italian-flavored soup takes advantage of quick-cooking ingredients--boneless, skinless chicken breast, bagged baby spinach and canned beans. It features a simple homemade basil pesto sw

Afghan Vegetable & Chickpea Soup

Try topping this simple but satisfying vegetable soup with a spoonful of Red Chutney. Recipe adapted from New Arrivals Supper Club chef Naseema Kashefi.

Vegetable Barley Soup

This warming vegetable barley soup uses easy-to-find produce and frozen veggies, making prep simple and easy. It makes plenty to feed a hungry family, plus it freezes beautifully so leftovers can be e

Creamy White Bean Soup

This light, creamy white bean soup recipe is richly flavored thanks to plenty of beans, veggies and Parmesan cheese.

Veggistrone

This vegetable-packed minestrone soup recipe is inspired by a popular Weight Watchers vegetable soup recipe. It makes a big pot of soup, so keep some in the refrigerator for up to 5 days and freeze th

Cream of Mushroom & Barley Soup

This sophisticated take on creamy mushroom soup is rich with earthy porcini mushrooms and has the added goodness of whole-grain barley.

Hearty Minestrone

This version of the Italian classic soup Minestrone is packed with leeks, potatoes, beans, zucchini, spinach and orzo, making it perfect for a hearty lunch or supper on a cold winter's night. To make

Curried Parsnip & Apple Soup

This creamy parsnip and apple soup recipe has amazing flavor from the combination of curry powder, coriander, cumin and ginger. Be sure to use fresh curry powder when making this soup.

Red Pea Soup

Called red peas in Jamaica, this ingredient connects this Jamaican soup with Africa's Caribbean diaspora.

Pot Chicken Taco Soup

This Instant Pot chicken taco soup won't disappoint. Silky strained tomatoes add body, while shredded chicken, beans and spices add those rich and spicy familiar flavors. And don't forget the toppings

Escarole, Cannellini Bean & Sausage Soup

This soup would be equally satisfying if you took it in a vegetarian direction and skipped the sausage and used no-chicken broth.

Moroccan Lentil Soup

Moroccan lentil soup recipe gets better with time, so make it a day ahead if you can--or try our easy slow cooker/crock pot recipe variation.

Minestra Maritata con Fagioli Bianchi

Italian comfort food at its best, this easy soup recipe lends itself to countless variations. Our version includes white beans for extra fiber and protein.

Spicy Vegetable Soup

Fresh basil adds a bright spark to this vinegary, vegetable-stuffed soup, full of the traditional flavors of the Mediterranean. Alternatively, pesto adds a nutty richness to the soup.

Slow-Cooker Balsamic Short Ribs

Beef short ribs recipe you can serve to company—even on a holiday.

Slow-Cooker Sweet Potato Casserole with Marshmallows

The genius hack in this recipe: topping sweet potatoes with marshmallows while they're still piping hot from the slow cooker yields a baked marshmallow topping that's typical with baked sweet potato c

Slow-Cooker Honey Whole-Wheat Rolls

The slow cooker yields super-tender, pillowy whole-wheat rolls. If you prefer them crustier, arrange the finished rolls on a baking sheet, brush the tops with melted butter and sprinkle with flaky sea

Cooker Apple Crisp

Let your Crock-Pot do the work for this easy slow-cooker apple crisp. It tastes just like a classic apple crisp, with the apple combination adding a sweet and tart balance in each bite. It's sure to b

Crock Pot Chicken & Dumplings

This crock pot chicken and dumplings recipe uses store-bought biscuits for dumplings that are moist and tender once stirred into the savory mixture of creamy mushrooms, chicken and veggies. Using 2 ca

Green Bean Casserole with Crispy Onions

Green bean casserole recipe is healthier and more delicious than traditional recipes that use canned soup, beans and onions. Plus, the slow cooker saves you time cooking at the stove. Make sure to use

Cooker Lemon, Garlic & Sage Chicken

Leaving the skin on during cooking will ensure that the chicken stays moist. If you have leftover chicken, use it for a chicken soup or in a chicken salad sandwich. For a beautiful presentation, serve

Sweet and Sour Cabbage

The combination of cloves, cabbage and cider vinegar gives this slow-cooker cabbage recipe its sweet-and-sour flavor. Don't skip the apples-the hit of natural sweetness is worth the time it takes to c

Barbecue Grape-Jelly Meatballs

These barbecue grape-jelly meatballs are meatballs smothered in a sauce of sweet grape jelly, barbecue sauce, hot sauce and ketchup. They're sweet, salty and incredibly tender after their long cook ti

Chuck Roast with Potatoes & Carrots

This slow-cooker chuck roast is winter comfort food at its finest. A bright, slightly sweet sauce balances the rich and tender braised beef. You can substitute multi-colored baby potatoes (halved) for

Cooker Stuffing

Save space in your oven and use your slow cooker to whip up this easy, classic stuffing. Hearty whole-grain bread gets toasted in the oven for only 10 minutes (and you can toast the cubes ahead of tim

Cooker Cheesy Potatoes

What's not to love about this easy dump-and-go slow cooker recipe? It has potatoes and ooey-gooey cheese, all combined with a can of condensed cream of chicken soup! Whip up this kid-friendly side dis

Cooker Pork Tenderloin

This tender slow-cooker pork tenderloin picks up tangy and sweet flavors from a tomato-based sauce that features the flavors of classic barbecue. Serve with crusty bread to sop up the sauce. Serve the

Sweet Potato Casserole with Bourbon Pecans

Cooking the sweet potatoes in a slow cooker frees up space on the stove if you're cooking a big holiday dinner—plus you can serve it straight from the crock if you'd like.

Carrot-Leek Bisque

Creamy and delicate slow-cooker carrot soup is a welcome appetizer. The addition of millet--a whole grain similar to quinoa--adds body to the soup as well as protein and fiber. Garnish with additional

Chicken & Cornmeal Dumplings

This version of chicken and dumplings provides plenty of vegetables with 5 grams of fiber per serving. Dumplings are made with 1 part flour and 1 part cornmeal to make them standout from a traditional

Hearty Vegetable Beef Stew

The slow cooker makes this veggie-packed beef stew super-easy and extra-savory.

Ranch Chicken and Vegetables

This creamy, veggie-packed chicken dinner comes together easily in your slow-cooker-and makes enough for another night's casserole (see associated recipe)!

Curried Chicken Stew

Spend just 20 minutes prepping in the morning and you'll come home to a hearty dish. Serve it over basmati rice or with a slice of crusty bread.

Pork Zuppa

This rich Italian soup, made with ground pork, potatoes and kale is sure to satisfy. Using a slow cooker makes this low-calorie recipe easy to execute.

Arroz con Pollo

This one-pot chicken dinner, inspired by the traditional dish of Spain and Latin America, comes together easily in the slow cooker.

Creamy Caramelized Cabbage Pasta

In this comforting vegetarian dinner, cabbage is sautéed in butter until it caramelizes, imparting a subtle sweetness to the dish. A light, creamy sauce coats both the cabbage and the pasta. If you w

Chicken & Cabbage Bowls with Sesame Dressing

Four convenience products are all you need to prepare these tasty bowls. A bag of shredded coleslaw serves as the base that’s topped with seasoned chicken strips, crunchy flavored almonds and a driz

Quick & Easy Balsamic Cabbage

This quick and easy balsamic cabbage is a savory side with just a hint of sweetness from balsamic vinegar. It pairs well with roasted pork, chicken or steak. Savoy cabbage or napa cabbage can stand in

Charred Cabbage Steaks with Pesto & Burrata

These tender grilled cabbage steaks are topped with store-bought pesto and creamy burrata cheese. The slices closest to the center of each head hold together best with the core keeping them intact. Ch

Cabbage & White Bean Soup

This cabbage and white bean soup is easy and flavorful. Avoid browning the leeks and garlic, as it can make the soup bitter. If you want to make this soup vegan, use vegan-friendly pesto and omit the

Air-Fryer Steak & Pepper Cabbage Rolls

Steak and bell peppers are rolled in cabbage leaves for a filling main dish. Use the outermost cabbage leaves, which are larger and will encase the filling better. For smoky flavor, use a poblano inst

Pork, Mushroom & Cabbage Soup

A little dry sherry adds a nice flavor to this comforting cabbage soup. Mushrooms and pork help bulk up the soup for a satisfying meal.

Spicy Cabbage Slaw

Sliced radishes add a peppery kick to this 10-minute slaw, which can serve as both a side and a topping for sandwiches.

Cabbage & Kielbasa Skillet

Smoky sausage, tender cabbage and sweet apples, along with mustard and cider vinegar, create a perfect balance of flavor in this hearty skillet dinner.

Red Cabbage-Apple Cauliflower Gnocchi

Tender cabbage and a vibrant applesauce-mustard pan sauce are the perfect pairing for pillowy low-carb cauliflower gnocchi. Add diced chicken-apple sausage for extra protein.

Shrimp and Cauliflower Bake

This quick and easy seafood casserole gets bright flavor from fresh dill and feta cheese.

American Goulash

American goulash, also known as old-fashioned goulash, is the perfect economical family meal. The pasta cooks right in the sauce, so this satisfying dish can be made in just one pot.

One-Pot Garlicky Shrimp & Broccoli

Shrimp and broccoli cook quickly in this easy, one-pot recipe, making it perfect for busy weeknights. Serve this healthy shrimp recipe over whole grains or rice.

Chickpea Curry

This healthy Indian recipe is a flavorful chickpea curry that you can make in just 20 minutes. Also called chana masala, this dish is a comforting and delicious dinner.

Chicken & Spinach Skillet Pasta with Lemon & Parmesan

This one-pan chicken pasta combines lean chicken breast and sautéed spinach for a one-bowl meal that's garlicky, lemony and best served with a little Parm on top. I call it "Mom's Skillet Pasta," and

Shrimp & Fish Stew

This hearty shrimp and fish stew is inspired by cioppino, an Italian-American dish that originated in San Francisco. Serve with crusty bread to soak up every last bit of the savory broth.

One-Skillet Cheesy Ground Chicken Pasta

Make this cheesy ground chicken pasta recipe for a busy weeknight dinner. Serve with a simple side salad and a glass of red wine.

Minestra Maritata

Forget the marble-size meatballs you find in many versions of this Italian Wedding Soup. In this easy recipe, they're full-size, full-flavored and plenty filling.

Cheesy Ground Beef & Cauliflower Casserole

Ground beef and cauliflower combine to create a hearty weeknight casserole that both kids and adults will love. Serve with tortilla chips and sour cream.

Chicken Cutlets with Sun-Dried Tomato Cream Sauce

Though a chicken cutlet may be a chicken breast cut in half, this recipe shows how to make chicken cutlets with double the deliciousness. A jar of sun-dried tomatoes does double duty for this healthy

Chicken & White Bean Soup

Rotisserie chickens can really relieve the dinner-rush pressure—especially in this Italian-inspired soup that cries out for a piece of crusty bread and a glass of red wine.

Creamy Sausage & Cheese Tortellini Soup

This cheese tortellini soup is a quick meal to throw together on a weeknight, and a crowd-pleaser if you have company. If you like soup with a kick, opt for hot Italian sausage. Tortellini, like any p

Roasted Tomato Soup with Cheddar Cheese

Our roasted tomato soup might be the best homemade soup you'll try all winter. Pair with a grilled cheese sandwich, and you're sure to leave lunch smiling.

Chicken and Cornbread Dumplings

Chicken and dumplings just got a welcome upgrade.

Chicken Pot Pie Soup

All of our favorite things in one dish.

Homestyle Ground Beef Casserole

You've just found your new favorite ground beef recipe.

Creamy Roasted Acorn Squash Soup

This healthy roasted acorn squash soup recipe made creamy with cashews – a great holiday side or vegetarian main – is dairy-free and vegan and absolutely delicious.

Lentil Bolognese

This hearty, savory Lentil Bolognese is a great vegetarian meal that doesn’t sacrifice comfort. It’s also high in protein and fiber!

Crock Pot Pork Roast

This easy Crock Pot Pork Roast with Mushrooms and Polenta is packed with flavor and is incredibly easy to prepare.

Slow Roasted Salmon

This Easy, Slow Roasted Salmon served with a creamy mustard sauce uses a whole side of salmon for an impressive presentation if you’re entertaining.

Korean Chicken and Rice Porridge

Warm, comforting, and deeply satisfying, this Korean rice porridge is perfect for when you're sick—and when you're not.

Mexico-Style Pork With Red Chiles

Similar to chile con carne, carne adovada is a New Mexico dish offering chunks of pork shoulder braised in a base made with an assortment of chiles.

The Best Chili Ever

A methodical approach to perfecting classic beef chili.

Taco soup

For a hearty, weeknight warmer, you can't go past this super simple taco soup. Just brown the mince and vegies, season with a packet of taco seasoning, and top it off with sour cream, avo, cheese and

New Orleans Red Beans And Rice

Pass the cornbread and collard greens. Classic red beans and rice is always welcome on our table.

Hamburger Stew

Complete with hamburger bun croutons, this stew brings comfort to your dinner table.

Butternut Squash Lasagna

A creamy, cheesy lasagna perfect for the cooler months.

Harry Young's Burgoo Recipe

A classic Southern stew meant to be shared.

Ham And Potato Soup

Whether as a leftover meal or a comforting dinner, ham and potato soup is always a good idea.

Slow-Cooker Chicken Soup

Lucky for you, this slow-cooker chicken soup recipe is about to become your new go-to winter soup recipe.

7-Can Soup

You're just 25 minutes away from an easy dinner.

Old-Fashioned Chicken And Dumplings

The most famous chicken dish in the South is probably fried chicken, but a good case can also be made for chicken and dumplings.

Chicken-and-Wild Rice Skillet Casserole

This rustic one-pot meal, a company's-coming riff on the old-school chicken-and-rice number, is held together by a tangy gravy flavored with country ham and mushrooms. Nutty wild rice helps sop up all

Old-Fashioned Chicken Pot Pie

One bite of this delicious chicken pot pie, and you will understand why families insist on the homemade version.

Quick Beef Chili

If you are looking for a quick chili recipe to serve for weeknight dinner, this beef chili recipe is for you. It's ready in under an hour and toppings like green onions, cheese, and sour cream will co

King Ranch Chicken Mac and Cheese

Two of the South's favorite casseroles just came together in the ultimate skillet dinner.

Easy Taco Casserole

A family-friendly spin on a favorite dinner.

Extra-Easy Lasagna

Add this easy lasagna recipe to your dinner rotation, or save it for a family Sunday supper when you need to impress but not stress.

Classic Patty Melt

These cast-iron melts are comfort food at its finest.

Twice-Baked Potatoes

Potatoes are like chicken: We love them, but sheesh how can we possibly think of yet another way to prepare them? And a baked potato is so easy that it's very tempting to pop a few spuds in the oven a

Cooker Goulash

This long-simmered beef stew is perfect for chilly fall or winter nights. Made with a boneless chuck roast, fire-roasted tomatoes, and aromatic vegetables, the meat cooks down and makes a thick and fl

One-Pan Pasta with Chicken Sausage, Mushrooms, and Collards

This brilliant pasta dish cuts down on calories and clean up time in the kitchen. By cooking the entire recipe in one pan—including the noodles—the pasta starch thickens the cooking liquid, making

Mini Meatloaves with Potatoes, Leeks, and Brussels Sprouts

Full of savory ground beef and vegetables and topped with a tangy soy-ketchup glaze, these mini meatloaves bake up tender and delicious along roasted red potatoes, Brussels sprouts, and leeks. This he

Green Chile-Chicken Soup

Smoky, spicy, creamy, and bright, this green chile-chicken soup hits all the right notes. The real genius of this recipe rests in the mashed white Great Northern beans, which thicken and enrich the br

Spaghetti Bolognese

This recipe for Bolognese freezes beautifully, so think about making a pot or two and freezing in appropriate containers for a quick dinner or snack at a later date.

French Onion Soup Casserole

This hearty, homey take on French onion soup celebrates Georgia-grown Vidalia onions.

Easy Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry

Ground chuck cooks up extra crispy in this easy stir-fry with rice.