10 deliciously comforting winter recipes to warm your soul

While comfort food is welcome all year ‘round, it truly finds its home in winter when cosy meals are needed to shield you from the cold, dark weather. However, with winter comes a yearning to do less – to pop your slippers on, wrap yourself up in a blanket, curl up on the couch, and avoid slaving away over the stove for hours. The result? Eating the same old easy spag bol and soups, over and over and over again. Boring!

Now don’t get us wrong, we love a good bowl of soup, but when you’re on day four of liquid veg, they stop tasting so good. But easy doesn’t need to mean boring. That’s why we created the Winter Cravings collection. It’s full of easy recipes and hearty meals, so you can enjoy the ultimate winter comfort food without all the usual effort. 

Our delicious dishes are cosy, comforting and convenient, and they’ll keep you inspired throughout winter. With simple recipes and big flavours, you’ll be able to whip up a variety of warming meals with ease, enjoying something new every night. And the best part? They all use seasonal produce, so you can enjoy the freshest ingredients the season has to offer.

Without further ado, here are some of our favourite Winter Cravings recipes for you to enjoy this season.

Baked Italian Chicken Risoni with Kale & Parmesan

This weeknight wonder is perfect for when you arrive home tired and hangry! Risoni pasta and juicy chicken thigh work their magic with the sweet and earthy carrot, Italian herbs and umami-rich stock in the oven – leaving you to do very little.

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One Pot Creamy Prawn & Corn Soup

Think soups are limited to root veggies and pumpkins? Think again! Rich, creamy, and bursting with delicious veg, this soup is topped with prawns and croutons, making it truly restaurant quality.

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Pork & Rosemary Pie with Parmesan Mash Topping

A saucy rosemary and pork mince filling is the perfect pair to a deliciously cheesy mash topping on this hearty pie. We’re warning you now, it’s so good you’ll be wanting seconds!

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Cheesy Mexican Beef & Rice Bake

Loaded with tomatoey, Tex-Mex-spiced beef and veggies, this is no ordinary rice bake! Grill until the cheese is gooey and golden and serve with some sour cream and fresh coriander for the ultimate winter meal.

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Creamy Bacon & Corn Soup with Kale & Cheesy Croutons

We couldn’t be prouda of this chowda! This creamy soup has all the veggies worth boasting about, like carrot, kale and tender potatoes. Light cooking cream is swirled in for extra richness, then it’s all topped with cheesy croutons for extra decadence.

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Italian-Style Chicken Risoni Bake

This risoni pasta bake is truly a crowd-pleaser. The pasta soaks up a rich red sauce and is topped with succulent garlic and herb-seasoned chicken thigh, plus a sprinkle of sharp Parmesan to bring it all together. 

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Lentil Loaded Spuds & Tomato-Kale Salad

Bursting with Indian-inspired flavours, this winner plant-based dinner is comfort on a plate. If you love lentil dhal over rice, wait till you try it on the cheezy baked potatoes. Trust us, it works.

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Bacon & Basil Pesto Rice Bake with Parmesan & Roasted Almonds

Brimming with smokey bacon, bright and herby pesto and sharp Parmesan, plus blistered cherry tomatoes to balance the richness, every bite of this Italian dish delivers an explosion of flavour. Sit back while it bakes, before cosying up with a big bowl of deliciousness.

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Mini Beef Meatloaves & Mash with Peppercorn Gravy & Steamed Green Veggies

This slow cooked recipe is perfect for those cold nights – switch on your oven and get ready to cook low and slow to pack in maximum flavour. We promise that your kitchen will smell  divine as this one cooks!

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Mexican-Spiced Grilled Gnocchi & Capsicum

You’ve never had gnocchi like this before! Simmer the pillowy potato pasta with subtly sweet veggies and a Mexican-spiced red sauce, before finishing it in the oven with melty cheddar. Top with a sprinkle of citrusy coriander, and meet your new go-to comfort food.

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Find even more Winter Warmers on our menu every week throughout winter! Head to our menu to find out what’s on offer.