Get ready to be toasty warm from the inside out with these hot drinks and dishes for the cooler months.
With winter on the way, there’s really nothing better than a hot drink or warm meal to keep you feeling toasty. With so many recipes to try, there’s sure to be a smash hit, new favorite, or endless stream of tasty new dishes to try this upcoming winter. Here’s a roundup of some of our favorite cold-weather dishes and drinks to try.
Warming Winter Drinks
Sipping on a hot coffee, tea, or cider is an excellent way to stay hydrated and warm during the coldest parts of the year. With so many warm winter drink recipes to try, you’ll be sure to find a new favorite. From hot chocolates to more healthy, hydrating drinks, spiced chai lattes, and more, you’ll have plenty of options for new drinks for yourself, friends, and family. You can always take a base recipe and make substitutions with your favorite winter spices like nutmeg, cinnamon, ginger, orange, and allspice, too.
Soups (a Winter Staple)
Soup is certainly a winter staple for many. You can create lighter, broth-based blends for starters or light refreshment, rich stews full of protein, chili, or veggie blends for a healthy meal. Healthy soup recipes are easy to make and incorporate into your winter diet. And, you can even make soups or stews in a slow-cooker for easy prep and cleanup. Our top tip? If you love winter soups, investing in an immersion blender can be an easy way to create creamy potato, carrot, or bean soups without any heavy lifting of pots or pans required.
Dipping and Dunking
What goes better with soup than something to dip or dunk in? Try these varieties of grilled cheese to pair with a tasty homemade tomato soup, or try warming your home this winter with handmade healthy breads. These will pair famously with warming soups, and can be used in other hearty winter meals, too.
One-Pot Options
Cooking a warm, delicious, and satisfying meal doesn’t require every pot and pan in the kitchen; these easy one-pot recipes are full of flavor and short on clean-up. One-pot dinner meals are great for busy weeknights. You can create your own one-pot recipes for easy meals like pastas, chili, and breakfast hash.
Delicious Desserts
Popcorn is a favorite dessert; it’s easy to make and tastes delicious as it comes out of the pan still warm. Holiday cookies can be a great winter activity, and healthy cakes and breads are always a tasty option.
No matter what warming dish you decide to try this winter, you’ll be sure to find a new favorite or exciting flavor combination that will keep you warm inside and out. Try reaching for new spices or cuisines to keep food exciting and fresh during the coldest months. For more winter tips, visit the CapTel blog.
