These hearty recipes are perfect for both busy weeknights and holiday entertaining.
Spices like cumin and coriander add warmth, while the pistachio Dukkah provides the crunchy topping.
This hearty soup is filled with nutrients and antioxidants, making for an ideal healthy weeknight dinner.
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Think a dollop of ricotta cheese and savory salami lending its flavors to the broth.
If you’re looking for an even more comforting dish, serve the clams over cooked spaghetti.
You’ll top the bowl with a spoonful of yogurt and a sprinkling of fresh cilantro.
Alison Miksch
Winter Lentil Soup
Sometimes themost comforting mealsare the ones that are loaded with vitamins and nutrients.
Consider serving with toasted bread.
Fall-apart tender shoulder pork tops a bed of filling white rice alongside sweet kabocha squash.
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Refreshing cilantro tops each bowl.
Plus, it’s ready in less than an hour.
Chicken and Vegetable Pot Pie
Use store-bought pie crust to top this creamy chicken pot pie.
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The secret ingredient responsible for the pie’s creamy interior?
A half cup of dry white wine.
Use rotisserie chicken as another easy shortcut to this winter dinner staple.
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It seriously is just that good.
The beef and potato casserole pairs perfectly with aglass of red wineon a cold winter’s night.
Spaghetti Squash Parmesan
We will not stop talking about this delicious vegetarian twist on chicken parmesan.
Kana Okada
Spaghetti squash when roasted creates pasta-like strands, creating a perfect base for a tasty Italian dish like this.
Crunchy panko breadcrumbs top the cheesy, creamy squash to create a crave-worthy and easy winter meal.
Plus, thanks to store-bought frozen vegetable dumplings, it’s ready to eat in just 30 minutes.
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You’ll know the dumplings are ready when they float to the soup’s surface.
To top it all off, the pasta is homemade, adding a whole other level of freshness.
Butternut Squash Carbonara
Trying to sneak extra veggies into your familys dinner?
Caitlin Bensel
Look no further than this butternut squash carbonara.
And why wouldnt it be?
Its decadently creamy, full of flavor, and ideal for bread dipping.
Maria Robledo
But keep in mind that this sauce is best enjoyed when made fresh and served immediately.
Slow Cooker Vegetarian Chili With Sweet Potatoes
Theres just something aboutslow cooker recipesthat exude comfort and joy.
Aside from being delicious, this Southwestern chili is healthy, filling, and great for freezing leftovers.
Greg DuPree
Potato Tot Breakfast Casserole
We smell a new holiday tradition!
Its rich and cheesy and has everything from breakfast sausage to spicy jalapenos and chopped veggies.
The best part is that you might customize it based on your familys preferences.
Greg DuPree
Dont get overwhelmed by the thought of making dumplings from scratch.
Theyre simple to whip up and require just sixpantry staples.
Saucy Simmered Eggs
Need inspiration for a last-minute dinner recipe?
Jen Causey
Shakshuka is always a good idea because its tasty, satisfying, and will warm up any belly.
Plus, you probably already have all the ingredients in your refrigerator and pantry.
Vegan Cashew-Cauliflower Soup
This comforting vegan soup is ultra creamy and rich, thanks to cashews.
Victor Protasio
Top the soup with additional cashews, a swirl of olive oil, and freshly ground pepper before serving.
Slow-Cooker Squash Lasagna
You’re going to love this lasagna recipe.
First of all, it only requires 15 minutes of hands-on prep time before the slow cooker takes over.
Antonis Achilleos
Layered in between lasagna noodles are squash and ricotta mixtures.
It’s hearty and comforting and boasts a whopping 32 grams of protein per serving.
Serve with a side salad if desired.
Serve with fresh bread to sop up every bite.
The toppings take the dish to the next level.
Smoky Turkey Chili
This chili recipe takes a Mexican twist with a few key ingredients.
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Tomatillos, poblano peppers, and cinnamon blend to create this spicy chili recipe.
Ready in just an hour, this soup is a low-maintenance option for a winter weeknight.
Ingredients like carrots, ginger, garlic, spinach, and lemon make this soup fresh and filling.
Hector M. Sanchez
Butternut Squash and Sausage Stuffing
Greg Dupree
Who says stuffing can only be served on Thanksgiving?
This sausage and squash stuffing is unlike any other recipe you’ve tried.
Four Cheese Lasagna
A classic lasagna dinner might just be synonymous withcomfort food.
Greg DuPree
Serve with a fresh green salad and some garlic bread for a well-rounded meal.
Frozen tortellini is the shortcut ingredient that makes this weeknight meal take only 25 minutes to whip up.
Choose your favorite greens to throw into the mix: spinach, kale, or escarole.
Abi Gunasekaran
Butternut Squash and Chicken Pozole
Christopher Testani
Never heard of Pozole?
This classic Mexican soup is made with hominy and meat.
In this case, we used chicken.
Victor Protasio
Serve with tortilla chips for dipping.
Slow-Cooker Beef and Noodle Curry
The slow cooker does most of the work in this curry dish.
The beef becomes extremely tender and juicy after sitting in the slow cooker for hours.
Jennifer Causey
Pour the savory mix over the rice noodles then serve for a flavor-packed meal.
Cheesy Potato Casserole
Okay, this casserole is definitely a guilty pleasure.
Layers of thinly sliced potatoes cook in a cheesy, creamy sauce.
Romulo Yanes
Save a cup of coffee from your morning brew to pour into the slower cooker.
Serve with your favorite bread for a delicious, laid-back meal.
This unique spin oneveryones favorite dipis flavorful, easy to make, and completely dairy-free.
Greg DuPree
Plus, the quinoa makes it super-filling.
Each bowl is topped with a drizzle of sesame oil, chopped scallions, and freshly ground pepper.
Serve with toasted bread to help scoop up every last bit of goodness.
Jennifer Causey
Plus, three different types of melty cheese are found in every crevice.
The hearty bake is rounded out with a quick and easy salad that is included in the recipe.
Sausage, Lentil, and Kale Soup
A hearty soup that’s ready in just 40 minutes?
Caitlin Bensel
Yes, you heard that right.
Nutritious lentils, kale, and protein-packed sausage mix for the most delicious, cozy soup.
Serve with your favorite crusty bread to sop up every last bit.
Caitlin Bensel
While we used the cutest star-shaped pasta, use your favorite small pasta.
Serve alongside buttery crackers, and a chilled glass of white wine, if you desire.
These crunchy chicken tostadas go perfectly with a side of rice and beans.
Greg Dupree
Each baker is topped with a dollop of sour cream and freshly chopped chives.
Save any leftover meat for yummy tacos or nachos.
Buttery and flaky puff pastry becomes golden when brushed with an egg wash before baking.
Natasia Hanratty
Leftovers can be kept in the fridge for up to three days.
Eggplant Parmesan Panini
Eggplant parmesan meets a panini in this tasty twist on the classic vegetarian dish.
Complete the meal by serving the panini alongside a fresh garden salad.
Victor Protasio
The slow cooker makes it possible for you to only spend 10 minutes on this meal.
Top with all of your favorites to take it to the next level.
Deep-Dish Eggplant Parmesan
Move over, chicken Parmesanits time togive eggplant the creditit deserves.
Fred Hardy
You dont have to be a vegetarian to devour this hot, cheesy, saucy Italian dish.
Make this deep-dish eggplant Parm for a dinner party or on a cold winters night.
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