The Perfect Winter Dinner

Dinner parties have had a renaissance, and it’s easy to see why. Sharing a delicious meal with family, friends or neighbours in a cozy setting encourages relaxed chatter and the opportunity to connect on a deeper level.

Yet while your guests might appreciate the pampering, hosting duties can feel daunting. That’s why we’ve curated these winter dinner recipes that combine simplicity with sophistication, delivering impressive results without the stress.

WINTER SOUPS

ROTISSERIE CHICKEN NOODLE SOUP

All hail the king of winter soups! Grandma’s favourite recipe lives on in this savoury bowl that provides wholesome warmth with all the soothing ingredients you expect: nutritious veggies and hearty egg noodles, simplified with a shortcut of chopped rotisserie chicken. 

CAULIFLOWER CHEESE SOUP

This creamy cauliflower soup is an understated showstopper. Easy to prepare, yet impressively flavourful, it pairs well with roasted meats and other winter-time delicacies. 

CREAMY CORN AND POTATO SOUP

This inviting winter soup is easy to assemble, given its use of frozen diced hash brown potatoes. Your guests will revel in the smooth, indulgent texture that comes from two kinds of cheese, while Himalayan Pink Salt With Black Pepper and Garlic and optional bacon crumbles boost the umami factor.

WINTER DINNER RECIPES

EASY ELECTRIC PRESSURE COOKER BEEF STEW

This winter dinner recipe celebrates seasonal bounty, brimming with winter veggies including potatoes and carrots. The fortifying dish is perfect for informal soirees as it can be prepared ahead and served as guests drop in and out. Pair it with crusty bread for a truly satisfying meal.

ELECTRIC PRESSURE COOKER POT ROAST

The aroma of pot roast cooking all day is a winter favourite, but sometimes you just don’t have the time. To the rescue: your electric pressure cooker (or slow cooker) pot roast spices which allow you to create this winter classic in just over an hour, with a mere five minutes of prep time.

SKILLET CHICKEN POT PIE

The ultimate in winter comfort meals, pot pie is a crowd pleaser, evoking childhood memories with its captivating aroma. You can bring this homemade tradition to life without time-consuming prep, thanks to the combination of rotisserie chicken and frozen mixed vegetables that create the bubbling filling, crowned with a flaky golden topping made easy with refrigerated pie crust.

SHEPHERD'S PIE

This iconic winter staple has a rich gravy that tastes like you’ve spent all day stirring…when in reality it just takes a quick whisk of French's® Worcestershire Sauce and Club House Brown Gravy Mix in cold water. This is a fantastic way to use up leftover mashed potatoes—just revive them with a quick interlude under the broiler.

WINTER DESSERTS

NANAIMO BARS

This three-layered no-bake dessert derives its name from its birthplace in the city of Nanaimo, B.C. The base is a sturdy graham cracker crust enhanced with sweetened flaked coconut, chopped walnuts and cocoa powder, topped with a silky layer of custard, followed by a fudgy chocolate ganache. These bars freeze like a dream so feel free to make them in advance.

MAPLE WALNUT SHORTBREAD COOKIES

Aiming for a well-balanced dessert tray? Pair the chocolatey treats above with the snap of something different. The buttery shortbread is subtly sweet, thanks to the hint of Imitation Maple Extract, while crushed walnuts contribute a pleasant texture.

WINTER BEVERAGES

SLOW COOKER RED WINE HOT CHOCOLATE

For another slow cooker option, try this spiked hot chocolate that reimagines the classic duo of red wine and chocolate. This beverage combines the depth of red wine with silky melted chocolate, punctuated by ground nutmeg and cinnamon, to create a sumptuous winter warmer.

SPICED CARAMEL APPLE CIDER

Elevate apple cider with caramel topping, Apple Pie Spice and Pure Vanilla Extract to warm up guests as they arrive and whet their appetite for the winter comfort foods that are to come.