Recipes to Get you Through the End of Winter

Winter is coming to a close, but a few chilly nights remain to account for. Stay prepared for those last cold nights of the year with these comforting and cozy recipes.

1. Beef & Barley Soup

This cozy winter warmer is the stick-to-your-ribs recipe you've been waiting for. Nutritious, delicious, and oh-so-comforting, you're going to have this hearty recipe on repeat all winter long. 

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2. Braised Beef with Red Wine

Red wine braised beef is the perfect meal to impress your friends and family. Rich in flavor and texture, the beef just falls apart after braising and simmering in the red wine all afternoon.

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3. Easy Potato Soup

This easy potato soup recipe is quick, satisfying and comforting. You probably have all the ingredients you need in your pantry right now. You can enjoy this soup as it is, add some awesome toppings, or try one of the flavor variations listed above. All in all though, you can't go wrong with this one.

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4. Brie Mac and Cheese

This creamy brie mac and cheese is the ultimate in cozy, decadent, luxury comfort food. The brie create a silky texture that can't be beat. It's perfect for cold nights where you're craving all the cozy feelings.

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5. Stove Top Stuffing Meatloaf

Meatloaf with stuffing gives you tons of flavor and provides binding for the meat. It's packed with flavor while still being easy to make.

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6. French Dip Sandwiches

French Dip (or beef dip) sandwiches have to be very close to the Queen of all sandwich recipes. Succulent, juicy beef, melty cheese, crusty rolls, and all dipped in a flavorful beef broth? Done and done. Plus, it's pretty easy to make these for a crowd and trust me, they will be raving.

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7. Buttermilk Fried Chicken Sandwich

Spicy, tender, crispy, delicious. This is the only buttermilk chicken sando recipe you will ever need. Pair it with some bubbly and some Netflix on a Friday night, and you've got the recipe for a perfect night in.

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8. Cast Iron Steak

Steak in a cast-iron skillet is the meal that keeps on giving. It's quick, easy, satisfying and impressive.

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9. Braised Beef Short Ribs

These ribs are fall off the bone tender and are perfect for a cold winter night. They stick to your ribs like no other!

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10. Beet Salad with Citrus and Maple Dressing

If you're looking for something on the lighter side, this salad is packed with seasonal ingredients like beets and oranges. Plus it comes with a sweet maple dressing. 

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11. Brussels Sprouts with Bacon

Crispy, bitter, savory, salty, and sweet, this dish is perfectly balanced and a great side to any of these winter meals. 

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12. Truffle Mashed Potatoes

Creamy, savory, and oh-so-truffle-y, this decadent side dish is perfect for cozy nights. Try it out with the beef short ribs that were listed earlier! And if you're not feeling the truffle - no problem, just leave it out. 

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13. Maple Old Fashioned

Warming, sweet and with just a hint of citrus, this cocktail goes best sitting beside a warm fire on a snowy night. Or you know, any other night of the year. 

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14. The Manhattan

Speaking of cocktails, here's a classic perfect for winter's end. Boozy but balanced, the Manhattan is a great choice for during or after dinner. 

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15. Apple Blueberry Crumble

This dessert is kind of a combination between warmer fall flavors and summer with the blueberries. Either way, it's easy, and it's delicious. 

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16. Broccoli and Cauliflower Soup

Creamy, thick, flavorful and full of cheese, this is a classic that you MUST make every winter. 

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17. Cilantro Chicken Soup

While this soup is still comforting, it's the perfect transition into spring. The cilantro and lime bring bright and refreshing flavors that you can't help but love!

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18. Baked Chicken Thighs

Crispy and perfectly seasoned, these baked chicken thighs are a snap to whip up during the week. 

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19. Tagliatelle Carbonara

This classic pasta is comfort food at it's finest. It's got five ingredients and takes about 15 minutes total to put together. Whip it up tonight!

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20. Chicken and Shrimp Carbonara

This is a twist on the original carbonara, but we're adding shrimp, chicken, and white wine to up the flavor profile. 

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21. Smoked Salmon Pasta with Crispy Capers

Bursting with smoky flavor, we're adding cream, chives, dill, and crispy capers to balance out this pasta dish. 

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22. Chicken and Dumplings with Mushrooms

Deeply flavorful and complex, this recipe starts with homemade chicken stock and ends with parmesan and herb drop dumplings for the most delicious comfort meal. 

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23. Lobster Ravioli Sauce

Looking to get a little bit *~fancy~* for dinner? Pick up your favorite frozen lobster ravioli on your way home, and pair it with this sauce. It's flavored with tomato paste, white wine, and cream. 

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24. Boursin Mashed Potatoes

Quickest way to give your mashed potatoes a flavor upgrade? Add a block of Boursin cheese. So delicious. 

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25. Parmesan Polenta

Creamy, rich, and the perfect vehicle for stews and braised meat, this polenta is super easy and comforting all at the same time. 

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26. Sweet Potato Fries with Dipping Sauce

These sweet potato fries come with a choose-your-own-adventure with dipping sauces. Whether you're in the mood for sweet, spicy, salty or smoky, there's a sauce here for you!

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27. Espresso Martinis

Rich, bold, and smooth, this cocktail makes the perfect after-dinner drink (as long as you make it with decaf!). 

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28. PB&J Cocktails

With just two ingredients, these delicious cocktails are both savory and sweet. 

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29. Maple Whiskey Sour with Candied Bacon

These cocktails are almost a complete breakfast: they come complete with bacon, egg, and maple syrup. Top it all of with maple-candied bacon, and you've got one truly impressive (and tasty!) cocktail. 

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30. Fried Coconut Shrimp

Feel like your taste buds need a vacation? Then make this coconut shrimp and be transported to the tropics. Take it one step further with the honey lime sauce that goes with it. 

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31. White Bean and Ham Soup

On the table in 20 minutes, this soup is the perfect way to use up any leftover ham you have lying around. It's light and nutritious. 

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