Get cozy
Cold days, hot meals! Your family will love these easy, comforting winter recipes. From tasty beverages and treats to hearty breakfasts, lunches and dinners, we've got the meal ideas that will keep you and your family smiling all winter long. Plus, don't miss our Think Tropical section that features fun sunshiney recipes, whether you're already enjoying warm weather or just dreaming about it.

Breakfast
Jump-start a dark winter morning or savor a leisurely pajamas-only day: these recipes are just right for family fun!

• Apple skillet pancakes
• Hashbrown quiche
• Fluffy French toast
• Whole wheat pancake art
• Morning glory muffins
• Apple butter
• Baked brunch strata

Lunch
Quick and healthy mid-day meals are exactly the fuel you need to keep going on a busy winter day.

• Breaded fried chicken
• Kids' favorite pea soup
• Chicken chili
• Chili pasta
• Apple mango salad
• Homemade herbed chicken soup
• Beans and franks

Dinner
Cozy family dinners are a great way to talk about your day and warm you, inside and out. Try these tasty family recipes:

• Slow cooker vegetable curry
• Best-ever corn bread
• Cheesy baked potatoes
• Caramel apple pork chops
• Chicken pot pie
• Old-fashioned beef stew
• Baked macaroni, tomato and cheese casserole

Dessert
Winter weekends and long nights are made for fun desserts! Your family will love these yummy treats.

• Candy bar fudge
• Maple pecan pie
• Black and white chocolate fondue
• Apple cranberry crumble

Snacks
Having friends over or heading out to a get-together is a wonderful way to spend the season. These snacks are great for a party of two or thirty-two!

• Apple dip
• Bacon and cheese party bread
• Honey oatmeal muffins
• Cinnamon raisin soft pretzels

Beverages
These delicious drinks are the perfect way to recharge after a chilly errand or quench your thirst after a busy day outdoors.

• Apple raspberry spiced cider
• Homemade hot chocolate
• Creamy hot cocoa
• Party punch

Think Tropical!
Whether you already live somewhere sunny, or are just looking for a tropical state of mind, these warm-weather recipes will brighten your day.

• Tropical breakfast smoothie
• Chicken salad with peaches and walnuts 
• Ocean sunset "cocktails"
• Chicken and bacon kabobs
• Mint ice cream sandwiches
• Cinnamon tortilla chips with fruit salsa

For more winter family fun, check out these winter crafts, sports and activities.

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