You don’t have to say goodbye to the grill once winter gets here. Really if you’re willing to brave the elements, then there’s no reason why you wouldn’t be able to grill outdoors all year long. Having said that, here are some winter grilling tips if you are going to try to grill outdoors. Continue reading →

Wintertime means comfort foods. But many of those comfort foods can be time-consuming. Sometimes you really just need something you can whip up real quick, but that’s hearty and warming. Here are some winter dinner ideas that you can do on the fly. They’ll taste great and won’t take you long to cook.

Quick and Creamy Chicken Stew

¾ lb small red potatoes (about 8), quartered
2 tbsp water
1 tbsp oil
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-size pieces
1 (10 3/4 oz) can condensed cream of chicken soup
¼ cup zesty Italian salad dressing
2 cups frozen stew vegetables
½ cup sour cream Continue reading →

Winter stews do not have to involve meat to be rich and warming. Look for local produce if possible. Root vegetables (onions, turnips, parsnips, rutabagas) are good choices. Cabbage, sweet potatoes, winter squash, carrots, and various greens like kale are in season in winter. Here are some recipes for healthful, satisfying winter vegetable stews using local vegetables. Continue reading →