3 Winter Recipes the Whole Family Will Love

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There’s nothing like gathering your loved ones around the table for a heartwarming meal during the chilly winter months.

And these three winter recipes are sure to please everyone at the table. The best part is that they’re all easy to make, so you can spend less time in the kitchen while enjoying more time with your loved ones.

So stay tuned as we dish them out below!

Recipe 1: Chicken Pot Pie

Chicken pot pie is a classic comfort food that is both delicious and easy to make.

Ingredients

• 1 pound of boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cooked and shredded

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• 1 cup chopped onion

• 1 cup chopped celery

• 1/2 cup chopped carrots

• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour

• 4 cups of chicken broth

• 1/2 cup milk

• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

• 1/4 teaspoon salt

• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

• 1 (15-ounce) can of crescent roll dough

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).

1. In a large bowl, combine chicken, onion, celery, and carrots.

1. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, chicken broth, milk, thyme, salt, and pepper.

1. Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the chicken and vegetables, and stir to combine.

1. Pour the mixture into a 9×13-inch baking dish.

1. Unroll the crescent roll dough and cut it into 1-inch strips.

1. Arrange the dough strips in a lattice pattern over the top of the chicken pot pie filling.

1. Bake at 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) for 20–25 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.

Recipe 2: Beef Stew

Beef stew is another hearty and flavorful winter dish that the whole family will love. It’s perfect for a slow cooker, so you can set it and forget it.

Ingredients

• 2 pounds of beef chuck roast, cut into bite-sized pieces

• 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil

• 1 onion, chopped

• 2 carrots, chopped

• 2 celery stalks, chopped

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 (14.5 ounce) can of diced tomatoes

• 1 (10.5 ounce) can of condensed beef broth

• 1/2 cup red wine

• 1/2 cup water

• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

• 1 teaspoon dried thyme

• 1/2 teaspoon salt

• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.

1. Add the beef and cook until browned on all sides.

1. Remove the beef from the pot and add the onion, carrots, celery, and garlic.

1. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.

1. Return the beef to the pot and add the diced tomatoes, beef broth, red wine, water, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, salt, and pepper.

1. Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 2-3 hours, or until the beef is tender.

1. Serve hot with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, rice, or noodles.

Recipe 3: Vegetable Soup

Vegetable soup is a healthy and delicious winter meal that is perfect for the whole family. It’s packed with vitamins and minerals, and it’s also very easy to make.

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon of olive oil

• 1 onion, chopped

• 2 carrots, chopped

• 2 celery stalks, chopped

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 (28 ounce) can of crushed tomatoes

• 6 cups of vegetable broth

• 1 teaspoon dried oregano

• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil

• 1/4 teaspoon salt

• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

1. Add the onion, carrots, celery, and garlic and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

1. Add the crushed tomatoes, vegetable broth, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper to the pot.

1. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.

1. Serve hot with a side of crusty bread.

And it’s a Wrap!

These three winter recipes are your ticket to creating unforgettable moments with your family.

So, go ahead and don your apron, get cooking, and bask in the joy of sharing these amazing dishes with your loved ones.