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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    26 Cozy Recipes to Warm You Up This Winter

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

    As the cold weather settles in, there's nothing quite like a warm bowl of comfort food to brighten your day. From hearty soups to rich casseroles, these 26 cozy recipes are perfect for warming you up during the chilly winter months. Gather your ingredients and get ready to enjoy some delicious meals that will make your home feel extra inviting.

    Creamy Polish Parsnip Soup

    Creamy Parsnip Soup-Polish Way.
    Photo Credit: The Tastes of Life.

    This soup is rich and smooth, ideal for cool winter nights. It's made with wholesome ingredients and is great for any meal.

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    Ground Turkey Pastelón

    Healthier Pastelón.
    Photo Credit: Sense & Edibility.

    A hearty ground turkey picadillo pairs perfectly with sweet mashed plantains and a sprinkle of shredded cheese. This dish is easy to prepare in advance and can be stored in the freezer for later.

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    Miso Vegetable Soup

    A bowl of miso vegetable soup.
    Photo credit: Inquiring Chef.

    This comforting soup is packed with healthy ingredients, flavorful broth, and tender vegetables in every bite. It's quick to prepare and can be easily adjusted to suit your taste.

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    Chunky Roasted Veggie Soup

    Chunky Roasted Veggie Soup.
    Photo Credit: Debra Klein.

    This is a healthy and easy way to put dinner together on a busy weeknight. It’s perfect for when you need something quick and satisfying.

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    Meatball Casserole

    Meatball casserole served on a dish.
    Photo Credit: The Forked Spoon.

    Meatball Casserole is a filling and tasty dish that combines juicy meatballs and pasta in a creamy marinara sauce with melted cheese. This is a good dinner for chilly evenings.

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    Spanish Chicken Stew

    Spanish chicken stew with rice.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This chicken stew is easy to whip up using rotisserie chicken and is full of bright lemon and rosemary flavors. It's perfect for cozy dinners on chilly nights.

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    Homemade Spaghettios

    Homemade Spaghettios.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    Homemade Spaghettios offer a warm and comforting meal that reminds you of childhood favorites. This quick 30-minute dish is a great way to enjoy a classic with fresh ingredients instead of the canned version.

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    Turkey Bolognese

    Turkey Bolognese.
    Photo Credit: Chew Out Loud.

    Leftover turkey can be turned into a delicious meal that everyone will enjoy. This dish is perfect for chilly evenings when you want something warm and satisfying.

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    One Pan Falafel Bake

    Falafel bake on a baking dish.
    Photo Credit: Happy Veggie Kitchen.

    This one pan dinner is easy to prepare and really delicious. With premade falafel, beans, tomatoes, kale, and a cheesy topping, this vegetarian casserole is a warm and comforting meal you'll want to enjoy often.

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    Thai Ginger Coconut Soup

    20-Minute Almost Vegan Thai Ginger Coconut Soup
    Photo Credit: always use butter.

    This Thai Ginger Coconut Soup is a simple and comforting dish that's great for chilly days. With its warm flavors and creamy coconut milk, it feels like a cozy hug in a bowl.

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    Easy Taco Casserole

    Easy Taco Casserole.
    Photo Credit; The Clean Eating Couple.

    This quick dinner is perfect for chilly evenings. Ready in under an hour, this taco casserole is packed with ground beef, tortillas, and plenty of cheese.

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    Slow Cooker Pizza and Pasta Soup

    Slow Cooker Pizza and Pasta Soup.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    This hearty soup is packed with pizza flavors and bow-tie pasta, making it a hit with the whole family. It's also great for busy nights since you can easily freeze it for later.

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    Spicy Roasted Cauliflower Soup

    Spicy Roasted Cauliflower Soup.
    Photo Credit: Casual Foodist.

    This soup is warm, comforting, and good for you. It's simple to prepare and perfect for chilly evenings.

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    Panera Bread Thai Chicken Soup

    Panera Bread Thai Chicken Soup.
    Photo Credit: Food Hussy.

    This Thai Chicken Soup is a great choice for chilly days. It combines chicken, carrots, shiitake mushrooms, red bell peppers, and edamame in a flavorful coconut broth with a hint of Thai yellow curry.

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    Crockpot Chicken Spaghetti

    Crockpot Chicken Spaghetti.
    Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

    This is a great meal to throw together on busy weeknights. With familiar flavors that everyone in the family enjoys, this easy dinner is bound to be a regular choice.

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    Chicken Butternut Squash Soup

    Chicken Soup with Butternut Squash.
    Photo Credit: Like Hot Keto.

    This chicken soup is simple to prepare and all made in one pot. The winter squash brings a cozy sweetness that perfectly captures the feeling of fall.

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    Creamy Mushroom Bacon Soup

    Creamy Mushroom Bacon Soup
    Photo Credit: Tried and True Recipe.

    This creamy soup is packed with four kinds of mushrooms, flavorful herbs, and plenty of bacon, making it a cozy dinner option. It's perfect for warming up on chilly nights.

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    Chicken Pot Pie Soup

    Chicken Pot Pie Soup.
    Photo Credit: Cincy Shopper.

    Chicken Pot Pie Soup is simple to prepare using frozen veggies and leftover chicken. This hearty soup is perfect for keeping you warm on chilly days.

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    Slow Cooker Chicken Chili

    Slow Cooker Chicken Chili.
    Photo Credit: Primavera Kitchen.

    Slow Cooker Chicken Chili is a warm and tasty dish that's super easy to prepare. Just toss everything into the slow cooker and let it do the work for you.

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    Beef and Barley Stew

    Beef and Barley Stew.
    Photo Credit Chew Out Loud.

    This stew is perfect for chilly evenings, offering a warm and hearty meal. It's made in the slow cooker, so it's simple to prepare and packed with flavor.

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    Smoked Salmon & Spinach Pasta

    Salmon spinach pasta.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This pasta dish is quick to prepare and packed with the fresh flavors of smoked salmon and lemon. It's a go-to meal that you'll want to make again and again, especially on chilly evenings.

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    Creamy Vegan Wild Rice Soup

    Creamy Vegan Wild Rice Soup
    Photo Credit: My Quiet Kitchen.

    This wild rice soup is packed with vegetables like kale and butternut squash, and it's simple to prepare in the Instant Pot or on the stovetop. It's creamy but light, and completely dairy-free!

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    Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole

    Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole.
    Photo Credit: Much Butter.

    Chicken bacon ranch casserole is a great choice for dinner on chilly nights. It combines creamy, cheesy, and smoky flavors that everyone in the family will enjoy.

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    Lemon Chicken Couscous Soup

    Lemon Chicken Couscous Soup
    Photo Credit: Tried and True Recipe.

    This dinner is easy and comforting, perfect for chilly evenings. It simplifies the process of making homemade stock, so you can enjoy a warm meal without much work.

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    Eggplant Moussaka

    Eggplant Moussaka with Lamb.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Eggplant Moussaka is a hearty dinner packed with vegetables and ground beef or lamb, all covered in cheese. This version skips the potatoes and Bechamel sauce, using more eggplant instead for a tasty and healthy Mediterranean meal that's easy to prepare.

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    Slow Cooker Nacho Soup

    Slow Cooker Nacho Soup.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    If you love eating nachos, then you’ll enjoy this delicious Nacho Soup! Made with all the deliciousness of regular nachos, flavors from ground beef, Rotel, black beans, corn, and taco seasoning are cooked in a crock pot until perfection.

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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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