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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    25 Cold Weather Comfort Foods to Satisfy Your Cravings

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on January 22, 2025, updated January 10, 2025 - Leave a Comment

    When the temperature drops, there's nothing quite like a warm, hearty meal to lift your spirits. From creamy soups to comforting casseroles, these 25 cold weather comfort foods are perfect for cozy nights in. Each dish brings warmth and satisfaction, making them ideal for chilly days.

    Chicken Tortilla Soup

    Chicken Tortilla Soup.
    Photo Credit: That Skinny Chick Can Bake.

    This soup is perfect for chilly days. It's filling, nutritious, and has a nice kick to it, making it a great choice any time of the year.

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    Instant Pot Chicken Soup

    A bowl of chicken soup.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This Instant Pot Chicken Soup is perfect for a cozy dinner on a chilly night. It's creamy with a hint of spice, offering the comfort you crave.

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    Sun-dried Tomato Chicken Pasta

    A skillet of pasta.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This pasta is full of flavor, featuring sun-dried tomatoes and dried herbs. It's a simple yet tasty dinner option that uses basic ingredients.

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    One Pot Italian Sausage Pasta

    One Pot Italian Sausage Pasta
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This dish features a rich, creamy sauce that clings to the pasta, combined with tender kale and flavorful Italian sausage. It's perfect for warming up on chilly evenings.

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    Red Kabocha Rice Soup

    Red Kabocha Rice Soup
    Photo Credit: Tried and True Recipe.

    Red kabocha rice soup is a comforting dish perfect for chilly evenings. This recipe is a must-try if you want something warm and satisfying.

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    One Pot Chicken Dumpling Soup

    A bowl of chicken dumpling soup.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    Chicken dumpling soup is a cozy dish that's perfect for chilly days. This simple recipe is quick to prepare, using rotisserie chicken and biscuit dough, and it’s packed with classic flavors and tasty veggies in a creamy broth.

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    Slow Cooker No-Bean Chili

    Slow Cooker No-Bean Chili.
    Photo Credit: The Short Order Cook.

    This chili is packed with hearty tomatoes and spices. With ground beef, crispy bacon, and tasty toppings, it's perfect for a cozy dinner on a chilly night.

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    Butternut Squash and Black Bean Chili

    Instant Pot Vegan Chili (Butternut Squash and Black Bean Chili)
    Photo Credit: Hey Nutrition Lady.

    This Instant Pot Vegan Chili is quick and easy to prepare in your pressure cooker. It's filled with butternut squash, quinoa, black beans, and smoky chipotle peppers, making it a healthy and hearty meal perfect for chilly days.

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    Papa’s Gone All Day Stew

    Papa’s Gone All Day Stew
    Photo Credit: Easy Budget Recipes.

    This stew is a classic comfort food that serves a crowd, making it great for family dinners. It's simple enough to whip up on a weeknight too.

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    Smoked Gouda Mac and Cheese

    Smoked Gouda Mac and Cheese
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This simple one pot dish comes together in just 20 minutes with only six ingredients, perfect for a cozy dinner on a chilly night. Creamy smoked Gouda and sun-dried tomatoes create a comforting meal that kids will enjoy just as much as adults.

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    Slow Cooker Chicken Enchilada Soup

    Slow Cooker Chicken Enchilada Soup.
    Photo Credit: That Skinny Chick Can Bake.

    Chicken Enchilada Soup is a cozy and tasty meal that's simple to make in a slow cooker. It's perfect for chilly days when you want something warm and satisfying.

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    Chinese Shrimp Noodle Soup

    Chinese Shrimp Noodle Soup.
    Photo Credit: Garlic All Day.

    Chinese Shrimp Noodle Soup is a warm and cozy dish that's easy to prepare. You can adjust the spice level to your liking, and the combination of fresh ingredients and seasonings makes it a flavorful meal.

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    Slow Cooker Minestrone Soup

    Easy Slow Cooker Minestrone Soup Recipe
    Photo Credit: Scarlati Family Kitchen.

    This slow cooker minestrone soup is a filling vegetarian meal packed with pasta, beans, and zucchini. It's a simple and tasty dinner that everyone in the family will enjoy!

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    Spicy Sausage Pasta

    Spicy sausage pasta.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This dinner features spicy sausage, pasta, and Parmesan cheese for a delicious meal. It's perfect for chilly evenings when you want something warm and satisfying.

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    Beef Tamale Casserole

    Beef Tamale Casserole.
    Photo credit: Jam Jar Kitchen.

    Tamale Pie is a simple and tasty dinner that everyone in the family will enjoy. With just a boxed cornbread mix, ground beef, and a few items from your pantry, you can whip up a filling meal in no time.

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    Crescent Roll Taco Bake

    Crescent Roll Taco Bake.
    Photo Credit: The Urben Life.

    This taco bake features seasoned ground beef and creamy refried beans wrapped in a soft, buttery crescent roll crust. It's a simple and satisfying dinner that you can top with your favorite taco fixings.

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    Creamy Italian Sausage Pasta

    Photo credit: The Fresh Cooky.

    This dinner is simple to make and full of great flavor. With tender pasta and Italian sausage in a creamy tomato sauce, it's a filling meal that everyone in the family will enjoy.

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    Easy French Onion Soup

    Easy French Onion Soup.
    Photo Credit: Salted Mint.

    French Onion Soup is a comforting dish that features sweet caramelized onions, hearty beef broth, and gooey Gruyere cheese. It's a satisfying meal that warms you up and is great for chilly evenings.

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    Pink Pasta Sauce

    Pink pasta on a shallow, white bowl.
    Photo Credit: XOXOBella.

    This pink sauce pasta features a creamy tomato sauce with onion, garlic, and melted mozzarella cheese, all tossed with perfectly cooked spaghetti. It's a comforting dish that anyone who enjoys Italian flavors will love.

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    Chicken and Dumpling Casserole

    Chicken and Dumpling Casserole.
    Photo Credit: Bowl Me Over.

    Bisquick Chicken and Dumpling Casserole is a hearty dish packed with tender chicken and veggies in a creamy sauce. It's a simple meal that's sure to please everyone at the table.

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    Ground Beef and Potato Casserole

    Ground Beef and Potato Casserole.
    Photo Credit: Zona Cooks.

    This cheesy casserole is great for any meal of the day. It's packed with soft potatoes, ground beef, onions, cheese, and a creamy mushroom sauce.

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    Hamburger and Potato Casserole

    Hamburger and Potato Casserole.
    Photo Credit: Bitz & Giggles.

    This is a comforting Midwestern casserole with ground beef and green beans, topped with cheesy mashed potatoes and crispy French fried onions. It's perfect for chilly evenings when you want something warm and filling.

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    Stovetop Tuna Casserole

    Stovetop Tuna Casserole.
    Photo Credit: Our Love Language is Food.

    This tuna noodle casserole is a simple twist on a classic dish. With real ingredients and ready in under 30 minutes, it's a great option for a cozy family dinner.

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    Marry Me Chicken Pasta

    Marry me chicken pasta.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This creamy Marry Me Chicken Pasta is ready in just 20 minutes and is sure to impress everyone at the table. With a rich sauce made from crème fraîche, sun-dried tomatoes, and a mix of herbs, it’s a simple yet satisfying meal for chilly evenings.

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    Gorgonzola Mac and Cheese

    Gorgonzola mac and cheese.
    Photo credit: Emmeline Kemperyd.

    This super cheesy mac and cheese is all done in one dish with no pre-cooking whatsoever - just dump, bake, and enjoy a deliciously comforting dish. With mozzarella & gorgonzola it doesn't get much cheesier than this - or easier!

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    About Emmeline Kemperyd

    Emmeline Kemperyd is a writer, food blogger, recipe creator and food photographer and the founder of alwaysusebutter.com. She has 20+ years experience creating and simplifying recipes so they taste good, and are quick, easy, and approachable. She is a regular contributor to MSN and her work has been featured by The Guardian, Well+Good, Vulture, SheKnows, Good Men Project, and The Feed Feed, among others.

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