Favorite Winter Recipes | SimplyRecipes.com

White Bean and Ham Soup

Hearty White Bean and Ham Soup, perfect for cold winter days! White beans, ham shanks, onions, celery, carrots, garlic, Tabasco, and herbs make this delicious ham and bean soup a cool weather classic.
Chicken and Dumplings

Here's how to make classic chicken and dumplings! Start with a hearty chicken and vegetable stew, then adding delicious homemade dumplings. Learn the trick to light and fluffy homemade dumplings that still hold together.
Chicken Pot Pie

Here's a from-scratch Chicken Pot Pie adapted from Marshall Field's classic recipe. With a slow-cooked chicken, a creamy vegetable filling, and a handmade pie crust, this pot pie is the ultimate comfort food.
Pressure Cooker Ground Beef Chili

Here's a pressure cooker beef chili recipe that's ready in 30 minutes! It's made with green peppers, onions, celery, ground beef, and tomatoes. Top with shredded cheese and sliced green onions, and serve some cornbread on the side!
Split Pea Soup

Classic split pea soup! Dried split peas are cooked with ham hocks, onions, garlic, and leeks. This filling, hearty soup is perfect for cold winter days.
One-Pot Chicken and Rice Soup

One-Pot Chicken and Rice Soup! Throw bone-in chicken, rice, and vegetables together in a pot and simmer until they're done. It's the easiest soup ever, ready in under an hour.
Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup

BEST homemade chicken noodle soup! This version is made from scratch, so it's light and nourishing. All the goodness from the chicken in one pot of soup. Just what you need to recover from a cold or the flu.
Chili Beans with Rice

Chili beans are a quick way to get your chili fix! They're ready in under 45 minutes and are great served over rice for an easy weeknight meal. This version is made with ground beef and pinto beans.
Ham and Potato Soup

This hearty Ham and Potato Soup is made with a ham shank or leftover ham bone and russet potatoes. Perfect for chilly weather!
Hearty Roasted Vegetable and Chicken Stew

When it's cold and you need to warm up from the inside, this Hearty Roasted Vegetable and Chicken Stew is precisely what you need. It's creamy and thick with chunks of carrot, potato, and mushroom. A sunny blend of spices (turmeric, cumin, and harissa) perks up the whole pot.
Candied Walnuts

Walnuts. Sugar. That's pretty much all you need to make these Candied Walnuts! These crunchy caramelized nuts are a great party snack. You can also serve them in a salad or sprinkled over ice cream!
Gingerbread Cupcakes

Want the taste of gingerbread without the fuss of cookies? Make these Gingerbread Cupcakes! They're topped with layer of tangy lemon icing for the ideal (and EASY) holiday treat.
Triple Ginger Gingerbread Cake

Time for gingerbread! This old-fashioned gingerbread cake is loaded with three kinds of ginger: ground, fresh, and candied. It's an extra-special treat to have around the holidays.
Biscuits and Gravy

Biscuits and Gravy! Make this classic Southern recipe with homemade buttermilk biscuits and a rich, creamy sausage gravy. This is comfort food at its very best!
Ground Beef Chili

Everyone needs a recipe for classic beef chili. Make this one your go-to! It's made with corn, peppers, tomatoes, and beans, and makes enough to freeze for later!
Chili Mac and Cheese

Chili mac and cheese! Take two comfort food favorites and combine them into one cheesy skillet. Not too spicy, so perfect for a family meal (add hot sauce if you like heat!).
Vegan Mushroom Barley Soup

Vegan Mushroom Barley Soup! Add soy sauce, balsamic, a mix of dried and fresh mushrooms, and spinach for a modern take on this classic recipe.
9 Great Chili Recipes (Perfect for Game Day!)

Get ready for game day with these mouthwatering chili recipes from Simply Recipes—White Chili, Chili con Carne, Chile Verde, Turkey Chili, and more!
Prime Rib

Prime rib recipe, how to cook to perfection a standing rib beef roast, step-by-step instructions and photos. Perfect for Christmas and the holiday season.
Potato Herb Tart

Potato Herb Tart! This appetizer is so simple, but looks super fancy. Just puff pastry with thinly-sliced potatoes and herbs. It's the perfect recipe to have in your back pocket for dinner parties and around the holidays.
Sous Vide Beef Tenderloin with Port Wine and Garlic

Sous Vide Beef Tenderloin with Port, Garlic, and Thyme! Fool-proof recipe – I'll never feel anxious cooking beef tenderloin again. Serve for Christmas dinner or a special holiday meal.
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Homemade Hot Cocoa Mix

Homemade Hot Cocoa Mix! With instructions for making plain, peppermint, and Mexican chocolate versions. Easy, inexpensive homemade gift.
Pressure Cooker Turkey with Dijon Gravy

Pressure Cooker Turkey with Dijon Gravy! Make with turkey legs or thighs, or bone-in half-breasts. Ready in about an hour. Works well for a family dinner or small holiday gathering.
Potato Latkes

Potato Latkes! Our deli-style version is made in the food-processor. Crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside. Serve hot with plenty of sour cream and applesauce!
Italian Wedding Soup

Italian Wedding Soup with meatballs, greens, and tiny pasta! Ready in about an hour from start to finish.
Crispy Hasselback Potatoes

Crispy Hasselback Potatoes! Vertical slices and an extra-long roast in the oven makes these potatoes both beautiful and delicious. So many crispy edges! Perfect holiday side dish.