Winter Recipes Archives - Caroline's Cooking

Arroz de pato (Portuguese duck rice)

Caroline's Cooking — Mon, 05 Feb 2024 16:43:24 +0000

Arroz de pato, Portuguese duck rice, is a simple, comforting and hearty dish combining duck and rice cooked in a deeply flavorful stock. It may take a little time but it's easy to prepare so well worth the effort. A delicious main dish that pairs with a range of simple sides. I visited Portugal a...

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Gnocchi alla Romana (semolina gnocchi)

Caroline's Cooking — Mon, 15 Jan 2024 14:26:18 +0000

Gnocchi alla Romana are different from the gnocchi you may be more familiar with as these are made from semolina and cut in rounds. They have all the same comfort factor, though, if not more, with a lovely soft texture and crisp, cheesy top. Gnocchi have long been a favorite meal in our house. In...

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Hachee (Dutch beef and onion stew)

Caroline's Cooking — Thu, 14 Dec 2023 12:54:52 +0000

Hachee is a traditional Dutch beef and onion stew that's incredibly easy to make with just a few ingredients. It's pure comfort food, with tender meat and a gently aromatic sauce loaded with soft onions. Perfect for colder weather. I have to say that while I may not always like the feeling of being cold,...

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French chestnut soup

Caroline's Cooking — Thu, 07 Dec 2023 11:00:00 +0000

French chestnut soup (velouté de châtaigne) is a wonderfully silky smooth, gently sweet and nutty soup that's perfect for the colder months. It's really easy to make, with a slightly earthy flavor from the nuts. Warming, comforting and delicious. Chestnuts to me are one of the signals of the changing seasons. Whether it's finding them in...

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Gołąbki (golabki) - Polish stuffed cabbage rolls

Caroline's Cooking — Mon, 27 Nov 2023 11:00:00 +0000

Gołąbki (golabki) are Polish stuffed cabbage rolls, filled with a mix of seasoned meat and rice and served with either a tomato sauce (as here) or mushroom sauce. You'll find this traditional dish served for a festive meal but it's also a deliciously comforting dish for any time. Many vegetables lend themselves to being stuffed,...

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Gingerbread scones

Caroline's Cooking — Tue, 21 Nov 2023 01:28:37 +0000

These gingerbread scones are moist and have a delicious spice flavor to them. They are easy to make and perfect as a snack, with coffee or whenever you choose. I'm a big fan of the warm spice of gingerbread flavors (try my gingerbread madeleines and gingerbread waffles if you are in the same boat). And...

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Butternut squash farro salad with apple

Caroline's Cooking — Thu, 16 Nov 2023 16:02:57 +0000

This butternut squash farro salad is filled with delicious fall flavors and a great mix of textures. With tender squash, crisp apple and more, all wrapped in a flavorful maple balsamic dressing. It's versatile, adaptable and so tasty, you'll have it on repeat. Lunches are one of those meals that I seem to go either all in or...

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Broccoli and stilton soup

Caroline's Cooking — Thu, 19 Oct 2023 15:26:44 +0000

Broccoli and stilton soup is a wonderfully tasty, comforting soup that's flavorful and easy to make. You only need a handful of ingredients, a short cooking time then everything is blended into smooth, light yet gently rich goodness. Growing up in the UK, it has to be said that British food was never something you felt...

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Loubia (Moroccan stewed white beans)

Caroline's Cooking — Mon, 09 Oct 2023 11:00:00 +0000

Loubia are wonderfully comforting Moroccan stewed white beans. The beans are cooked in a simple tomato and spice mixture but despite the small list of ingredients, these beans have lots of tasty flavor. Hearty, healthy and great for a cold day. Moroccan cuisine has a wonderful range and depth of flavors, with primarily Arab and...

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Germknödel (Austrian filled sweet dumplings)

Caroline's Cooking — Thu, 28 Sep 2023 11:00:00 +0000

Germknödel are a traditional German/Austrian yeast dumpling, filled with plum butter or jam and topped with poppy seeds and sugar. You could think of it as a steamed sweet bread, and it makes a wonderfully comforting, warming treat. While I visited Germany and Austria a lot when I was a child, I didn't have dumplings all...

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Tom kha gai (Thai coconut soup)

Caroline's Cooking — Mon, 11 Sep 2023 11:00:00 +0000

Tom kha gai is often called Thai coconut soup in English since this simple soup is smooth and rich with coconut milk. But the flavors are so much more than that, with an aromatic broth base, infused with lemongrass, chili, galangal and lime leaves. It's quick and easy to make, with a delicious mix of...

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Chashu pork (for ramen and more)

Caroline's Cooking — Mon, 20 Mar 2023 11:00:00 +0000

Chashu pork is that wonderfully tender and flavorful pork belly you might see on tonkotsu ramen, and other ramen bowls, that's so easy to love. But don't think it's something to only enjoy when eating out - it's actually really easy to make at home and tastes amazing. On colder days, a big bowl of...

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Lablabi - Tunisian chickpea soup/stew

Caroline's Cooking — Thu, 23 Feb 2023 11:00:00 +0000

Lablabi may not need many ingredients, but the flavors are so vibrant you'd be forgiven for thinking otherwise. It's filling thanks to the chickpeas, and has great depth due to the spices including cumin, garlic and lemon. Perfect for a cold day, or any excuse. Tunisian cuisine is probably one of the lesser known cuisines...

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Creole jambalaya

Caroline's Cooking — Mon, 20 Feb 2023 10:00:00 +0000

Jambalaya is a classic Louisiana rice dish, packed with lots of wonderful flavors. With chicken, shrimp, andouille sausage and plenty colorful veg, this Creole jambalaya is a flavorful, comforting meal. You would maybe think that as someone who lived in Spain and has tried paella in pretty much all it's forms there (such as fideua...

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Cullen skink (smoked haddock chowder)

Caroline's Cooking — Thu, 19 Jan 2023 14:44:45 +0000

Cullen skink might sound like an odd name, but you'll soon set that aside when you start eating this hearty Scottish smoked haddock chowder. Just a few humble ingredients become comfort food in a bowl. Scottish food might not be that well known, but it has some great dishes that are worth trying, from staples...

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Easy wonton soup

Caroline's Cooking — Mon, 02 Jan 2023 20:16:51 +0000

Wonton soup really is so much better when you make it yourself and this easy wonton soup recipe will be one you will come back to again and again. Such comfort food. Wonton soup is one of those classic items on the menu at Chinese restaurants. For something so simple, it seems to range in...

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Panettone bread and butter pudding

Caroline's Cooking — Thu, 08 Dec 2022 11:00:00 +0000

Panettone bread and butter pudding is the perfect way to make use of leftover panettone in an easy, comforting and delicious dessert. With a crisp, sweet crust and meltingly soft inside, it's a great twist on a classic. Panettone is a gently sweet bread that I do really enjoy, but a whole full-sized loaf tends...

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Celeriac remoulade, pan seared scallops and chorizo

Caroline's Cooking — Mon, 28 Nov 2022 11:00:00 +0000

Celeriac (also called celery root) makes a deliciously simple salad as celeriac remoulade that pairs perfectly with pan-seared scallops. Some crisped chorizo round this out into a flavorful, elegant but quick and easy meal. I've loved scallops for a long time and they are always something I am drawn to if I see them on...

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Creamy chard pesto baked orzo

Caroline's Cooking — Thu, 13 Oct 2022 11:00:00 +0000

This creamy chard pesto baked orzo has all the comfort factor you would want in colder weather with that bit of freshness, too. It has plenty of gooey cheese, but lots of healthy veg as well. Perfect for any occasion. This post may contain affiliate links, where we earn from qualifying purchases. See more details...

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Tom yum soup

Caroline's Cooking — Mon, 26 Sep 2022 11:00:00 +0000

Tom yum soup is a classic Thai soup loaded with wonderful aromatic and spice flavor. It has freshness from lemongrass and lime leaves, and a little chili kick. This favorite shrimp version (tom yum goong) is easy, comforting and oh so delicious. Many soups can be relatively heavy, which to be fair can be just...

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Florentine orange cake (Schiacciata alla fiorentina)

Caroline's Cooking — Thu, 17 Feb 2022 11:00:00 +0000

Schiacciata alla fiorentina is a traditional Florentine orange cake. It is maybe better described as an aromatic sweet bread, but either way it is delicious. It has a lovely aromatic flavor and soft texture - perfect as a coffee time treat. Many places have traditional dishes for Mardi Gras or Carnival that tend to fit...

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Harira (Moroccan lentil and chickpea soup)

Caroline's Cooking — Mon, 14 Feb 2022 11:00:00 +0000

Harira is a traditional Moroccan lentil and chickpea soup that's packed with warm spice flavors. With a tomato base, fresh herbs and ginger for a gentle kick, it's a hearty, comforting and delicious combination. Ever since I first visited Morocco as a child, I've been a fan of the flavor combinations you find in many...

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Beef osso buco

Caroline's Cooking — Mon, 31 Jan 2022 11:00:00 +0000

Osso buco is a traditional slow cooked Italian dish. You traditionally use veal shank but this beef osso buco is made in the same way with a cut you may find more easily (and cheaper). It has the same delicious meltingly tender meat and bright gremolata finish. Perfect comfort food. One thing I love about...

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Chicken Balmoral (haggis stuffed chicken)

Caroline's Cooking — Thu, 20 Jan 2022 11:00:00 +0000

Chicken Balmoral is an easy and elegant modern Scottish dish. It's a great way to enjoy the flavors of haggis without it being all you taste. The whisky sauce rounds it out perfectly for a main fit for any guest (Royal or not!) This dish is one that is very close to my heart, not...

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Lemon pudding cake (lemon delicious)

Caroline's Cooking — Thu, 13 Jan 2022 11:00:00 +0000

This lemon pudding cake is so easy to make and the result is so comforting with a wonderful lemon tang. The mixture separates slightly during baking to give a sponge-like mixture on the top and lemon curd-like sauce on the bottom. No wonder it also goes by the name lemon delicious. I have always been...

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Sicilian fennel orange salad

Caroline's Cooking — Thu, 06 Jan 2022 11:00:00 +0000

This Sicilian fennel orange salad is incredibly simple but has a fantastic mix of sweet juiciness and savory crunch. It makes a great side salad or light lunch. I know, a salad doesn't come as naturally to mind in the winter as in warmer months. Apart from if you're having a detox, of course (and...

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Mashed rutabaga (swede mash or neeps)

Caroline's Cooking — Mon, 03 Jan 2022 11:00:00 +0000

Mashed rutabaga, or swede mash, is an easy side dish and tasty alternative to mashed potato or other root vegetables. It pairs perfectly with a range of mains like roast meats and sausages with a mild and gently sweet flavor. Rutabaga is a vegetable that goes by a few different names, even within English. While...

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Toshikoshi soba (New Year soba noodles)

Caroline's Cooking — Mon, 27 Dec 2021 11:00:00 +0000

Toshikoshi soba is a simple dish of soba noodles in a dashi-based broth that's traditionally served for New Year's Eve. It's easy to make, comforting and tasty. Plus you can keep it simple or add extra toppings to suit your taste. In a few cultures, you'll find traditional foods to ring on the New Year,...

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Wild mushroom soup

Caroline's Cooking — Mon, 15 Nov 2021 11:00:00 +0000

This wild mushroom soup uses a blend of mushrooms to add more depth of flavor, but with all that wonderful earthiness and smooth creaminess you would expect. It's easy to make, comforting and delicious. There's nothing quite like a bowl of warming soup in colder weather. We all have slightly different favorites in our house....

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Traditional Swedish meatballs (köttbullar)

Caroline's Cooking — Mon, 08 Nov 2021 11:00:00 +0000

Forget the frozen version, traditional Swedish meatballs (köttbullar) are easy to make at home and taste delicious. These gently spiced meatballs in a flavorful cream sauce are classic comfort food. Many cultures have a version of meatball and pretty much all of them have a slightly different flavor. In most cases, this reflects classic flavors...

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How to roast chestnuts

Caroline's Cooking — Mon, 18 Oct 2021 10:00:00 +0000

To me, the smell of street carts roasting chestnuts over hot coals is hard to resist. But you don't need a fire to enjoy these tasty nuts: I'll show you how to roast chestnuts in your oven, with plenty of tips along the way. Chestnuts were something I looked forward to every year when I...

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Traditional Jaegerschnitzel (schnitzel with mushroom sauce)

Caroline's Cooking — Mon, 20 Sep 2021 10:00:00 +0000

Jaegerschnitzel is classic German comfort food, combining a pork schnitzel with a flavorful mushroom sauce. It's a delicious combination that brings back delicious childhood memories for me, and loved by all. Plus it's easier to make at home than you might think. My parents were always hikers and I was brought up being in the...

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Mrouzia (honey lamb tagine)

Caroline's Cooking — Mon, 05 Apr 2021 10:00:00 +0000

Mrouzia is a delicately flavored, slow cooked Moroccan lamb tagine with warm spice flavors, tender meat and topped with sweet soft raisins and crunchy toasted almonds. It's a comforting dish, that's also easy to make. It's been many years now since I last visited Morocco, but many things still hold in my mind. The souks,...

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Roman lamb stew (abbacchio alla cacciatora)

Caroline's Cooking — Mon, 15 Feb 2021 11:00:00 +0000

This traditional Roman lamb stew, abbacchio alla cacciatora, uses a relatively simple combination of ingredients including rosemary, garlic and vinegar to create a wonderfully comforting and flavorful dish. Easy and delicious. I know lamb is not typically as popular in the US, but since I grew up in Scotland, we had it fairly often. Since...

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Sopa de ajo - Spanish garlic soup

Caroline's Cooking — Mon, 11 Jan 2021 11:00:00 +0000

This garlic soup may not have many ingredients, but Spanish sopa de ajo is packed with flavor and warmth. It's easy to make, rustic and comforting. Just what you need on a cold day. You'll find variations on garlic soup in a number of different cuisines, some of them with a dizzying number of garlic...

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Spanish hot chocolate

Caroline's Cooking — Wed, 30 Dec 2020 11:02:20 +0000

Spanish hot chocolate, 'chocolate caliente', is a wonderfully thick, rich and delicious treat. It's the traditional partner to freshly made churros, but it's also perfect just on it's own, especially on a cold day. I don't have a particularly sweet tooth, and I can never eat a lot of chocolate, but I'll be the first...

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Thai red curry (perfect for leftovers)

Caroline's Cooking — Mon, 23 Nov 2020 11:26:44 +0000

This delicious Thai red curry is made with a quick homemade paste for a fantastic bold flavor. Plus, it's a great way to use leftover meat. If you are anything like me, you need a few Holiday leftovers recipes that are tasty and delicious to get you through the post turkey or whatever-else-you-had phase. Plus...

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Short rib beef udon

Caroline's Cooking — Mon, 16 Nov 2020 11:00:00 +0000

This short rib beef udon uses a variation on a classic Japanese dashi-based broth to slow braise the beef, giving an incredibly flavorful base for this beef noodle dish. Comforting and delicious. When the weather becomes colder, we definitely love the excuse to indulge in some comfort food. Many involve cooking low and slow, with...

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Bobotie

Caroline's Cooking — Mon, 02 Nov 2020 11:00:00 +0000

Often considered the national dish of South Africa, bobotie is a fantastic mix of flavors, with fruit, curry and spice in a comforting meaty bake, finished off with a custard-like topping. It's one delicious meal. My mum has a bit of a habit of picking up cook books on her travels to help her enjoy...

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Shrimp bisque

Caroline's Cooking — Mon, 19 Oct 2020 10:00:00 +0000

Shrimp bisque is a luscious, smooth and flavorful chowder-like soup. It has an elegant pink color and tastes so good you'll want to serve it for dinner parties and more. As the weather gets colder, soup comes on the menu more and more. Some of them are more throw-veg-in-a-pot then blend, others make use of...

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Tortellini in brodo

Caroline's Cooking — Thu, 15 Oct 2020 10:00:00 +0000

Tortellini in brodo is a classic dish from the Bologna area, with small meat and cheese filled pasta cooked in homemade broth. It's comforting, packed with wonderful flavor and worth every moment of effort. Before we went to Bologna a couple years ago, I naturally did a bit of research into food in the area....

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Beef Rouladen

Caroline's Cooking — Mon, 28 Sep 2020 10:00:00 +0000

German beef Rouladen are beef rolls filled with bacon, onion, pickles and mustard. They are braised until tender and topped with the gravy they create. It's a wonderfully comforting and delicious traditional meal. German foods have a bit of a reputation of being on the heartier side, between sausages, various potato dishes, schnitzels and more....

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Piernik - Polish gingerbread cake

Caroline's Cooking — Mon, 14 Sep 2020 10:00:00 +0000

Piernik is a Polish gingerbread or honey spice cake that is packed with delicious flavor. It's traditional for the festive season, but being both easy and tasty, it's worth making any excuse to make it. I've found it fully since our move that I've become all the more aware of which spices I use a...

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Brussel sprout soup with crispy bacon and chestnut

Caroline's Cooking — Mon, 24 Feb 2020 11:00:29 +0000

This hearty Brussel sprout soup is easy to make and delicious whether you think you're a Brussel(s) sprout fan or not. The crisp bacon and chestnut topping adds a wonderful sweet-salty flavor with every mouthful. This time of year it is definitely feeling like soup weather more and more. The leaves are almost all on...

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Hotteok (Korean sweet pancakes)

Caroline's Cooking — Fri, 21 Feb 2020 11:00:08 +0000

Hotteok are Korean sweet pancakes made with a yeasted dough and sweet nut filling. They're a classic street food, especially in winter, and make a delicious anytime treat. If you're a regular here, you probably know we are big fans of pancakes for breakfast at the weekend. We tend to go back and forth between...

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Lamb ragu

Caroline's Cooking — Mon, 17 Feb 2020 11:00:04 +0000

Move over Bolognese, this lamb ragu pasta sauce is even more delicious and comforting. Packed with rich flavor, it's easy to make and perfect for making ahead. If you're a regular here, you'll know I am a big fan of lamb. It's one of the things I am a little conscious of in the US....

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Fesenjan (Persian walnut pomegranate stew)

Caroline's Cooking — Mon, 03 Feb 2020 11:00:23 +0000

Fesenjan is an easy and delicious Persian stew. The pomegranate and walnut sauce makes it hearty and with an unusual sweet-tangy flavor. Plus, it's great to make ahead. One of the things I love about the colder months is enjoying comforting soups, stews and braised dishes. Not only are they great to warm you up,...

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Beef bourguignon

Caroline's Cooking — Thu, 09 Jan 2020 11:00:48 +0000

Beef bourguignon may not be the quickest meal to make, but it's time very well spent. And with this easy recipe, you'll see exactly how to get perfectly tender, flavorful beef and a mushroom, bacon and red wine gravy to die for! I'll admit, classic stews and pot roasts are not generally my go-to, even...

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Cock-a-leekie soup

Caroline's Cooking — Mon, 06 Jan 2020 11:00:03 +0000

Cock-a-leekie soup is a simple Scottish soup made with chicken and leeks. Using just a few ingredients, it's deliciously comforting and perfect for a cold day. Being brought up in Scotland, I have many a memory of soups either for lunch or as an appetizer. I don't think I appreciated how much they are a...

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Roast duck and vegetables

Caroline's Cooking — Mon, 09 Dec 2019 11:00:57 +0000

If you're looking for a special or festive meal, this roast duck is definitely one to add to your list. The duck itself gets lovely crispy skin and the vegetables take on all the wonderful flavors cooking in the drippings below. A little indulgent but so good! For the last few years, we've opted for...

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Kabocha no nimono (Japanese simmered squash)

Caroline's Cooking — Mon, 18 Nov 2019 11:00:26 +0000

Kabocha is a bright, sweet squash and this classic Japanese way of preparing it, kabocha no nimono, really brings out the best in it. Tender, flavorful and with such a great rounded flavor. A delicious side. Kabocha squash is commonly called pumpkin in Japan and it feels like it's probably almost as popular as it's...

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Cranberry Moscow mule

Caroline's Cooking — Fri, 08 Nov 2019 10:55:48 +0000

This cranberry Moscow mule is a simple seasonal twist on a classic cocktail, that can also easily be made as a mocktail. Perfect for a festive party! We've been lucky enough to go to see the cranberry harvest not too far from us a couple times. It's fascinating to see and learn about the process...

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Milk-braised pork (maiale al latte)

Caroline's Cooking — Mon, 07 Oct 2019 10:30:19 +0000

Maiale al latte is a traditional Italian milk-braised pork that's so comforting and delicious. The pork is incredibly tender and delicately flavorful. Plus it's easy to make too! While this milk braised pork is based on a traditional Italian recipe, I actually first had a similar dish in Spain many years ago. In fact, it's...

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Aji de gallina (Peruvian chicken stew)

Caroline's Cooking — Tue, 01 Oct 2019 10:30:48 +0000

Aji de gallina is a classic Peruvian dish, with shredded chicken wrapped in a smooth, creamy sauce with chili, cheese and walnuts. It's a delicious meal, plus perfect to adapt for leftovers. It has been many years now since I was last in Peru - pre kids for a start. I admit I have been...

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Sauerbraten

Caroline's Cooking — Mon, 02 Sep 2019 11:00:56 +0000

Sauerbraten is far from your typical pot roast, though it's might be described as one. This traditional German dish takes a bit more prep, but there's such depth of flavor. Comforting deliciousness! When I was a student, I spent a few months in Germany and a few in Russia. While I'm not sure that the...

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Bo kho - Vietnamese beef stew

Caroline's Cooking — Mon, 18 Feb 2019 10:30:52 +0000

Bo kho may not be as well known as pho, but it should be. This Vietnamese beef stew has a wonderful depth of flavor from aromatic spices, lemongrass, ginger and coconut water. It's warming, delicious and easy to make too. I came across bo kho a little by accident. First, I was looking up for...

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Beet and blood orange salad

Caroline's Cooking — Thu, 14 Feb 2019 10:30:33 +0000

Blood oranges add a beautiful burst of color and flavor to winter, and this easy and delicious beet and blood orange salad is the perfect way to enjoy some as lunch or an appetizer. Bright, light and tasty! Many winter foods are all about keeping us warm, it seems, like comforting stews and soups (I...

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Fabada Asturiana - Spanish pork and bean stew

Caroline's Cooking — Thu, 31 Jan 2019 10:30:58 +0000

You may well have heard of cassoulet - well fabada Asturiana is it's Northern Spanish cousin. A hearty, warming white bean stew with lots of porky goodness, it's incredibly easy and perfect for a cold day. I have a confession: I've been sitting on this recipe for some time. Somehow I didn't get round to...

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Slow cooker short ribs

Caroline's Cooking — Tue, 22 Jan 2019 10:00:41 +0000

These slow cooker short ribs are easy to prepare, fall-off-the-bone tender and packed with flavor. This is one comfort food meal you need to add to the menu soon! I admit, I have a bit of a soft spot for what have traditionally been considered lesser cuts. Maybe not so much things like top round,...

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Creamy lemon chicken pasta bake

Caroline's Cooking — Mon, 14 Jan 2019 10:30:08 +0000

This creamy lemon chicken pasta bake has so much tastiness going on from the tarragon lemon cream sauce that wraps together the pasta, chicken and spinach. Plus, you can serve it either straight up, while the sauce is creamier, or baked with added mozzarella for a cheesier bake. Either way, all delicious. Pasta is a...

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Winter fattoush salad

Caroline's Cooking — Fri, 04 Jan 2019 10:30:29 +0000

This tasty winter fattoush salad is a seasonal take on a classic Middle Eastern salad - made with parsnip, cauliflower and apple as well as the typical crisp pita and lettuce base, it's brought together with a delicious zesty dressing. I don't know about you, but ordinarily, salad is not something I really have in...

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Cranberry sangria

Caroline's Cooking — Mon, 26 Nov 2018 10:30:00 +0000

Cranberry sangria is the perfect seasonal cocktail to add to your festivities. Easy to make and great for making ahead, it'll be a staple for any occasion. I don't know about you, but I have a habit of focusing on the main meal when we are entertaining and neglecting something else. Sometimes it's desserts (since...

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Cranberry whiskey sour

Caroline's Cooking — Thu, 08 Nov 2018 10:00:55 +0000

This cranberry whiskey sour is an easy and delicious twist on a classic cocktail. It's slightly festive and quick to prepare, making it perfect whether you're serving one or a crowd. I don't know about anyone else, but despite the fact you can get many fall favorites like apple, pear and cranberry any time of...

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Vegan lentil salad with roasted Brussels sprouts

Caroline's Cooking — Thu, 25 Oct 2018 10:30:39 +0000

This vegan lentil salad combines earthy lentils with flavorful roasted Brussels sprouts, mushrooms and grapes. It's incredibly easy to make and so versatile in how you enjoy it. Healthy delicious. There have been a few times in the last year or two that I have had lentils and remind myself I really should make them...

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Pulled pork stuffed shells

Caroline's Cooking — Fri, 19 Oct 2018 10:40:38 +0000

Give leftover pulled pork a new lease of life in another wonderfully comforting dish. These pulled pork stuffed shells are a delicious combination of flavorful pork, cheesy goodness, all nestled in tomato sauce. So good! This post may contain affiliate links, where we earn from qualifying purchases. See more details in the policy page. Let’s...

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Greek lamb kleftiko

Caroline's Cooking — Fri, 23 Mar 2018 10:00:28 +0000

Lamb kleftiko is a classic Greek dish for good reason. It takes a little time, but it's hands off cooking and is easy to make. A delicious aromatic roast, it's a wonderful Mediterranean meal. This post may contain affiliate links, where we earn from qualifying purchases. See more details in the policy page. A couple...

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Borscht

Caroline's Cooking — Wed, 14 Feb 2018 16:00:59 +0000

Borscht is one of the iconic dishes from Ukraine (and well loved in Russia), but you can know it as a deliciously warming, comforting bowl of soup. It gets much of its color from beets, but there's a whole lot more to this bright bowl. I've grown to love beets (in case my beetroot tarte...

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Avgolemono soup

Caroline's Cooking — Thu, 25 Jan 2018 11:30:46 +0000

Avgolemono soup is the Greek answer to chicken noodle soup, but I've got to say - I think they win. Not only is it comfortingly warming, it has a lovely lemony undertone. Perfect for a cold day. I've mentioned before that I grew up with Scotch broth as the kind of equivalent to chicken noodle...

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Braised lamb shanks

Caroline's Cooking — Sun, 07 Jan 2018 11:00:02 +0000

You need to be a little patient to enjoy these braised lamb shanks, but there's not much hands on work and they are so worth the wait. Rich, tender and delicious, this is comfort food at it's best. Lamb shanks are undoubtedly one of my favorite dishes. If I see it on the menu when...

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Chicken with oatmeal stuffing and whisky sauce

Caroline's Cooking — Wed, 03 Jan 2018 11:00:52 +0000

This chicken with oatmeal stuffing and whisky sauce is easy to prepare and with delicate, tasty flavors. It would be perfect for Burns Night and so much more. This post may contain affiliate links, where we earn from qualifying purchases. See more details in the policy page. For any of you that know me even a...

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Persimmon apple cider mimosa

Caroline's Cooking — Sun, 24 Dec 2017 10:00:02 +0000

Only 3 ingredients, a couple minutes and you've got a beautiful, bubbling glass perfect for any occasion. Make a persimmon apple cider mimosa your go-to seasonal cocktail. There's something about champagne or other sparkling wines that just feels a bit special, right? Of course with true champagne, I suspect part of that is the price...

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Gluhwein (German mulled wine)

Caroline's Cooking — Sun, 26 Nov 2017 10:00:17 +0000

Gluhwein, German mulled wine, is a staple of German Christmas markets and brings back many memories for me. With gentle spices, it's wonderfully warming and perfect for colder weather. Gluhwein is the German term for mulled wine that you'll see in every Christmas market in Germany and Austria during December. It's also a regular on...

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Winter beet salad with goat's cheese dressing

Caroline's Cooking — Sun, 19 Nov 2017 10:00:25 +0000

This winter beet salad is short on ingredients but full of flavor. From earthy beets to fragrant persimmon, all topped off with a delicious creamy goats cheese dressing. Great for lunch or as a side. This post may contain affiliate links, where we earn from qualifying purchases. See more details in the policy page. I...

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Cheesy orzo pasta bake

Caroline's Cooking — Sun, 12 Nov 2017 10:00:02 +0000

This cheesy orzo pasta bake is comfort food on a plate, with a slightly healthy twist. With lots of cheese and veggies, it's a great vegetarian meal. Pasta is for us, like many I’m sure, a common fallback meal. You know, those days when either plans don’t quite work out or you get to almost...

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Goat cheese stuffed chicken with spinach and cranberries

Caroline's Cooking — Thu, 02 Nov 2017 10:00:03 +0000

Transform a plain chicken breast into this deliciously flavorful and comforting goat cheese stuffed chicken. Elegant enough for a special occasion, but easy enough for any night. I have really grown to love fall in New England as the colors are so beautiful, mornings are crisp but the skies are still blue. And much as...

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Mushroom fennel soup

Caroline's Cooking — Sun, 22 Oct 2017 09:00:54 +0000

A cold day needs a warming bowl of soup, and this mushroom fennel soup is easy, comforting and full of great ingredients. This post may contain affiliate links, where we earn from qualifying purchases. See more details in the policy page. There's something about the weather this time of year that definitely makes you crave...

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Bacon onion spaetzle

Caroline's Cooking — Sun, 15 Oct 2017 09:00:07 +0000

Spaetzle is the German/Austrian answer to pasta and can be served in a few ways. This bacon onion spaetzle is by far my favorite: comforting, packed with flavor and yes a bit indulgent. But so worth it now and then. I know you might think my timing is a bit off in sharing a German...

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Beef massaman curry (slow cooker)

Caroline's Cooking — Sun, 08 Oct 2017 09:00:01 +0000

This beef massaman curry may not have the spicy heat of some other curries, but it is packed with fabulously aromatic flavors. The slow cooked beef is meltingly tender in this delicious, comforting meal. Like many people who grew up in Europe, I suspect, I didn't grow up with a huge diversity of Asian foods....

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Overnight breakfast bake

Caroline's Cooking — Wed, 23 Aug 2017 11:00:48 +0000

This overnight breakfast bake has delicious bursts of flavor from dried cherries, pancetta and parmesan. An easy prep the night before, then bake and serve. Breakfast deliciousness! Thanks to Stoneridge Orchards for sponsoring this overnight breakfast bake recipe. All opinions remain my own. This post may contain affiliate links, where we earn from qualifying purchases....

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One pot Thai green curry shrimp

Caroline's Cooking — Fri, 21 Apr 2017 11:00:13 +0000

Thai green curry shrimp is such a classic, tasty meal that's easier to make with homemade sauce than you might think. Plus you can make you meal in one pan! This post may contain affiliate links, where we earn from qualifying purchases. See more details in the policy page. Thai green curry is the first...

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Irish fish chowder

Caroline's Cooking — Fri, 17 Mar 2017 11:00:07 +0000

Irish fish chowder is a delicious mix of smoked and fresh fish in a light, gently creamy broth. Full of flavor, easy to make and perfect for lunch. I've mentioned before (eg when I shared my white sangria) that I often find St Patrick's Day a bit over-done, but when our posting day for Fish...

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Beef and stout stew

Caroline's Cooking — Fri, 10 Mar 2017 12:00:39 +0000

This beef and stout stew is easy to make and a hearty, comforting meal. The stout gives a wonderful rich flavor & tenderizes the beef. Great on a cold day. This post may contain affiliate links, where we earn from qualifying purchases. See more details in the policy page. I'm not quite sure why, but...

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Creamy bacon sauce with spinach (for gnocchi/pasta)

Caroline's Cooking — Sun, 15 Jan 2017 12:00:28 +0000

This creamy bacon sauce is packed with flavor, easy to make and the perfect way to change up pasta night. Comforting and delicious. I think most of the country has had a cold spell of some sort recently. Much as I love snow and winter in general, some of the temperatures we have had are...

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One pot braised lamb shoulder chops and vegetables

Caroline's Cooking — Sun, 01 Jan 2017 11:00:03 +0000

This one pot braised lamb shoulder chops and vegetables is a delicious, comforting & easy one pot meal perfect for dinner on a cold night. Full of fantastic flavor. Before I go any further, Happy New Year! May it be a good one. Now that's out the way, let me get to the deliciousness. I'll...

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Fish pie (potato-topped fish bake)

Caroline's Cooking — Fri, 16 Dec 2016 12:00:26 +0000

Fish pie is a potato topped fish bake that's a British comfort food classic. Filled with fish and shrimp, topped with soft potatoes with a gentle crust. Easy to make, easy to enjoy. This post may contain affiliate links, where we earn from qualifying purchases. See more details in the policy page. I'm pretty sure...

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Gluten-free maple chestnut cookies

Caroline's Cooking — Wed, 07 Dec 2016 11:30:51 +0000

These vegan, gluten free maple chestnut cookies are delicious sweet little bites that are secretly pretty healthy. Great for relatively guilt-free snacking! Chestnuts are something I always loved as a child, and I always try to hunt some down when they are in season. Sadly, though, they are not that widely available in the US...

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Savory cranberry and cheese tart

Caroline's Cooking — Fri, 25 Nov 2016 11:30:30 +0000

This savory cranberry and cheese tart is a great way to use Thanksgiving leftovers in a delicious new way - sweet and savory, it's easy and so good. So Thanksgiving is over and you are probably still recovering. But when you do get round to eating again, you may well be looking to use up...

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Cranberry caipirinha

Caroline's Cooking — Thu, 24 Nov 2016 11:30:52 +0000

Make an already easy, delicious cocktail even more colorful and festive - this cranberry caipirinha is refreshing and the perfect drink to toast the Holidays. This post may contain affiliate links, where we earn from qualifying purchases. See more details in the policy page. I may have said before, but I never used to be...

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Warm pomegranate punch

Caroline's Cooking — Fri, 11 Nov 2016 12:15:38 +0000

Share a toast on a cold day with this warm pomegranate punch - made with pomegranate juice, wine and rum, it'll warm you from within! This post may contain affiliate links, where we earn from qualifying purchases. See more details in the policy page. I've been thinking about sharing a drink recipe for a while...

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West African peanut soup

Caroline's Cooking — Wed, 02 Nov 2016 11:00:37 +0000

West African peanut soup is a tasty vegan soup made with sweet potato. Easy to make, it's warming, comforting and delicious. This post may contain affiliate links, where we earn from qualifying purchases. See more details in the policy page. When I saw we had a peanut butter theme for this month's Foodie Extravaganza, I...

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Vegetarian Thai red curry (from scratch)

Caroline's Cooking — Wed, 26 Oct 2016 11:30:00 +0000

It's easier than you might think to make this vegetarian Thai red curry from scratch. Packed with delicious flavor, it's a warming bowl of comfort. This post may contain affiliate links, where we earn from qualifying purchases. See more details in the policy page. For whatever reason, we've been getting a lot of Asian eggplant...

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German pancake soup (Flädlesuppe)

Caroline's Cooking — Sun, 02 Oct 2016 10:00:08 +0000

German pancake soup (Flädlesuppe) is a simple combination of broth with pancake 'noodles' that's tasty, comforting and perfect for a cold day. While I was brought up going to Austria and Southern Germany quite regularly, it was always in the summer rather than during Oktoberfest. In fairness, it's not as if I would have fully...

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Youvetsi (Greek beef or lamb and orzo stew)

Caroline's Cooking — Sun, 27 Mar 2016 10:30:50 +0000

Youvetsi is a delicious Greek stew made with beef or lamb and orzo cooked in a tasty tomato-based sauce. It's flavorful, comforting and easy to make too. I don't know about anyone else, but food is often an excuse to do a bit of traveling from my kitchen, for me. Sometimes that's new places I...

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Speck, potato and cheese souffle

Caroline's Cooking — Fri, 11 Mar 2016 12:30:48 +0000

This speck, potato and cheese souffle makes relatively humble ingredients into something special and delicious, with a lovely smoky speck flavor coming through. I think I have mentioned before that for more years than I can remember as a child, we went to Austria in the summer on vacation/holiday. My parents have always loved hiking...

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Slow cooker short rib ragu with polenta

Caroline's Cooking — Tue, 08 Mar 2016 12:30:42 +0000

Slow cooker short rib ragu with polenta is a delicious, hearty and comforting meal that's easy to make as well. Perfect for colder days. This post may contain affiliate links, where we earn from qualifying purchases. See more details in the policy page. I don't know what the weather is doing where you are but...

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Chard and parsnip galette

Caroline's Cooking — Sun, 28 Feb 2016 11:30:19 +0000

This chard and parsnip galette is full of delicious sweet-savory flavor from the parsnip, chard, parmesan, raisins and pine nuts inside. So tasty, and good for you too. This post may contain affiliate links, where we earn from qualifying purchases. See more details in the policy page. I went through a phase of making lots...

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Romesco de peix (Catalan fish stew)

Caroline's Cooking — Fri, 19 Feb 2016 12:30:41 +0000

Romesco de peix, Catalan fish stew, is a wonderfully flavorful mix of seafood in a sauce made with almonds, peppers, tomato and garlic. It's comforting without being too heavy. Truly delicious. This post may contain affiliate links, where we earn from qualifying purchases. See more details in the policy page. You may remember last month...

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Lamb tagine with apricots, chickpeas and squash

Caroline's Cooking — Tue, 16 Feb 2016 12:30:41 +0000

This lamb tagine with apricots, chickpeas and squash is really easy to make, full of fantastic flavors and wonderfully comforting. Great on a cold day too. This post may contain affiliate links, where we earn from qualifying purchases. See more details in the policy page. It's funny some of the things you get used to...

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Scotch broth

Caroline's Cooking — Fri, 08 Jan 2016 12:30:47 +0000

Scotch broth is Scotland's equivalent of chicken noodle soup - easy to make, warm and comforting. Just what you need to fight winter colds! I mentioned when I posted on New Year's Day that I had a bit of a cold. Well, sadly that was just the start and my husband who kindly gave me...

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Warm spiced cranberry cocktail (or mocktail)

Caroline's Cooking — Fri, 25 Dec 2015 12:00:40 +0000

This warm spiced cranberry cocktail is easy to make but so tasty, with or without alcohol. A perfect way to get in the festive spirit and warm you through. Many years ago now I remember one night when I met up with a friend in London we opted to meet in a small Cuban-themed bar/restaurant....

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Dauphinoise potatoes

Caroline's Cooking — Fri, 11 Dec 2015 12:30:17 +0000

Dauphinoise potatoes are a wonderful combination of creamy potatoes with a touch of garlic and thyme. Rich, meltingly tender and so good. Potatoes are such a staple in many cultures, and while I love roasted or baked, it's nice to mix things up too. Dauphinoise potatoes was a side I loved to get with something...

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Gnocchi with pork and fennel

Caroline's Cooking — Sun, 15 Nov 2015 10:00:30 +0000

This gnocchi with pork and fennel is a delicious combination of flavors that's hearty and comforting. Easy and quick to put together, it's a perfect any-day meal. Gnocchi are one of the most popular meals in our house. If you want a sense of how much my toddler likes them, basically there are two meals...

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Beetroot tarte tatin

Caroline's Cooking — Sun, 08 Nov 2015 12:00:05 +0000

Beetroot tarte tatin makes an easy, tasty lunch or light meal. With a little goats cheese, the flavors are delicate & delicious, all wrapped in crisp pastry. A love of beets I know they might not be the most popular vegetables for many people, but I do really like beets/beetroot these days. I admit, before...

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Slow cooker lamb rogan josh (using lamb shanks)

Caroline's Cooking — Sun, 25 Oct 2015 09:00:05 +0000

Enjoy the delicious aromatic and chili spice of a traditional Indian curry with hands-off cooking. This slow cooker lamb rogan josh is packed with flavor and the meat meltingly tender. Lamb shanks are definitely a favorite in our house, although they have to be slow cooked which does mean you need to plan a little...

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Moussaka

Caroline's Cooking — Fri, 30 Jan 2015 13:46:53 +0000

Based on the traditional Greek dish, this tasty moussaka is comfort food at it's best - a tasty lamb and tomato base, eggplant and cheesy sauce. Truly delicious. This post may contain affiliate links, where we earn from qualifying purchases. See more details in the policy page. Comfort foods get their name for a reason...

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Carrot, sweet potato mushroom soup

Caroline's Cooking — Tue, 27 Jan 2015 15:04:45 +0000

This carrot, sweet potato mushroom soup is smooth, warming and delicious. Quick to make and perfect for a cold day, it's a flavorful bowl of goodness. Let's make soup! Apparently it's national soup month, and between that and the weather, it's definitely a day to share a soup recipe. I know I am not alone in...

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Simplified haggis

Caroline's Cooking — Fri, 16 Jan 2015 13:29:46 +0000

Whether you're craving haggis but can't find it, or are vaguely tempted to try it but a little unsure, this simplified recipe is for you. All the flavors of the classic Scottish dish with easier to find (and more familiar) ingredients. Haggis is one of those things that many have heard of, but in a...

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Garlic herb roasted chicken

Caroline's Cooking — Tue, 18 Nov 2014 00:33:40 +0000

This garlic herb roasted chicken ups your roasting game by adding herbs, garlic & butter under the skin for extra flavor. Comforting, easy to prepare and delicious. Roast chicken was one of the first meats my son ate and it's still a favorite, indeed for all of us. At this time of year, it's an...

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