These cozy recipe ideas will warm you up from the inside out.
But does anything warm the soul more than a hearty home-cooked meal?
We didn’t think so.
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Classic Chicken and Dumplings
The magic in this recipe starts with whole skin-on chicken thighs.
The chicken gets shredded, and the stock is thickened with a bit of flour.
Parsley is the ideal fresh garnish for this hearty meal.
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First, you’ll cook halibut fillets until their skin gets crispy and browned.
Spicy Dumpling Soup
Jen Causey
Looking for a vegan recipe that’s full of comfort?
This spicy dumpling soup is sure to satisfy.
Greg DuPree
Shiitake mushrooms and bok choy make each bowl hearty and nutrient-dense.
Plus, it’s all done in just 30 minutes, and you simply can’t beat that.
Old-Fashioned Apple Pie
Yes, apple pie is synonymous with the crisp, cool days of fall.
Caitlin Bensel
It’s time to dig inno utensils necessary.
Pair with a crackling fire, snowy landscapes, and a cozy winter sweater.
Serve this decadent beef and eggplant stew over a pile of cooked quinoa or brown rice.
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Hoping to get ahead with meal prep on Sunday?
Prep the soup ahead of time and keep it in the fridge.
Then, just reheat it when you are ready to serve it.
Jen Causey
Just double-check to store the rice and stew separately, adding in the rice as it reheats.
Plus, it all comes together in under an hour.
Keep leftovers in the fridge for up to three days.
Marcus Nilsson
Don’t skip on the toppings!
The only thing that could make it better?
Serving it with a little naan.
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Serve it over rice for a wholesome, plant-based meal thats as easy as it is delicious.
Ground pork, crunchy veggies, and a tangy sauce come together for a quick and delicious meal.
Tender strip steak, buttery egg noodles, and a rich mushroom-onion sauce come together in just 45 minutes.
Marcus Nilsson
Spiced Lamb Tacos
Bring effortless bold flavor to the dinner table with these spiced lamb tacos.
Its the perfect recipe for putting a little weeknight twist on classic tacos.
Pair it with naan grilled cheese for the ultimate grown-up comfort meal.
Greg DuPree
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