Winter

Keep warm this winter with this beautiful, filling soup with a nutritious seed topping.

Learn how to cook this unique but surprisingly delicious cut of meat, as well as how to put it into an aspic.

Without doubt, oxtail stew is my number-one favourite comfort food. I do have memories of recoiling in horror when my grandmother mentioned oxtail as a delicious meal option, but how wise she was. This rugged pot of finger-licking meaty goodness uses an old-fashioned cut that, after a few hours in the oven, becomes a rich, hearty, stand-out dish. It uses a whole bottle of wine but, believe me, the result is worth every drop.

Warm, hearty and utterly delicious, this flavour packed pork and fennel ragu is cooked to tender perfection and served atop homemade kumara and goat's cheese gnocchi. It makes the ultimate Winter dinner dish.

Enjoy this hearty and nourishing lamb, kumara and almond curry on a winter's night.

Looking for hearty and full-of-flavour dinner options? You can't go past these beer and thyme beef cheeks.

Hot, creamy and hearty, this beautiful comfort food recipe is absolutely beautiful and fragrant after slow cooking all day. The combination of sweet pumpkin and cream will warm your body and soul.

Try this hearty lamb and vegetable combination, wrapped in tasty prosciutto and accompanied by smooth and creamy celeriac mash potato.

This deliciously spicy soup is packed full of creamy coconut milk, tender flaked fish and a punchy sauce to delight any dinner guests.

This warming Italian-style soup is a great family meal for when zucchini are in season and cheap. For some added Italian flavour, use a good parmesan instead of the cheese mix.

Hot, creamy and packed full of goodness, this tasty cauliflower and bacon soup is beautiful served warm with a slice of crusty bread on a cool Winter's evening.

Enjoy this brandy sauce as it soaks from the juicy chicken into the smooth bed of polenta underneath.

This wholesome potato soup has the robust flavours of roasted fennel and garlic paired with deliciously crisp prosciutto slices for a winter warmer sure to satisfy

The addition of tender beef sausages to this Minestrone soup brings a hearty, tasty twist to the Italian classic. Packed full of veggies, pasta and beans, the tomato-based soup is wonderfully warming and perfect for those cooler Winter nights.

A fabulous creamy, vegetarian- and child-friendly winter meal. Serve with croutons or warm crusty bread.

Hearty, creamy and wonderfully fragrant, this roasted fennel and capsicum soup is perfect for a cool Winter's evening. Served drizzled with a cream for extra richness and a real flavour sensation.

Thick, creamy and wonderfully warming, this hearty chowder is packed full of bacon, potatoes and fresh vegetarians to create a tasty soup perfect for cool Winter evenings.

This creamy veggie-packed soup is filling and warming, perfect for a chilly Winter's evening.

Satisfy those savoury cravings with this hearty winter bake. Tender veal, carrots and celery sit perfectly under a layer of cheesy semolina that will leave your belly and your taste buds perfectly content.

A quick and nourishing winter vegie soup. Packed hot into a thermos, this is a wonderful homemade work or school lunch.

Hot, fragrant and wonderfully warming, this Italian fennel spiced soup is full of tender, flaky fish pieces to create a hearty Winter dish.

This creamy pumpkin and leek soup is perfect for a cool evening and is beautiful served with a dollop of sour cream, crispy bacon and crusty bread.

Bursting with the goodness of cauliflower and tasty leek, this soup is a great way to warm up your night

Tender, flaked fish and fresh mussels are beautifully stewed in a fragrant, spicy broth. Serve with a piece of thick, crusty bread and a glass of white for a soul-warming dish.

Create this tasty, warming Japanese hot pot for your family in no time at all. Packed full of tender seared beef, fresh Asian vegetables and a fragrant broth, it is the perfect dish for those cooler Winter nights.

A warming soup full of nutritional vegetables is a top meal choice for cold days. For a heartier meal, serve soup with croutons or crusty bread.

This herbaceous seafood soup showcases plenty of French country charm.

Warm your tummy from the inside out with this scrumptious mushroom soup topped with chives and infused with a fragrant dash of truffle oil.

This tasty casserole made with beef, bacon and smoked paprika is packed full of flavour. Serve with rice for a complete dinner dish for the family.

Enrich a winter family meal with this glorious roast beef coated with mustard, worcestershire sauce and red wine gravy. It also wouldn't go astray on the Christmas dinner table.

Juicy prawns and thick rice noodles are swirled through a delicious Asian broth - perfect for a cool Winter evening.

Relive the classic British Sunday roast with these tender lamb shanks. Gather the family for a warm winter feast that everyone will enjoy.

Packed full of juicy, tender beef and fresh mushrooms braised in a white wine sauce, this hearty casserole is beautiful enjoyed hot with a side of creamy mashed potato and steamed greens as a warming Winter meal.

A traditional Greek dish, Moussaka is an eggplant and beef based dish that is baked with a rich, creamy cheesy topping to create a divine, hearty one-pot dinner, perfect for pleasing hungry families.

Packed full of delicious Moroccan spices, this glorious spiced lamb tagine with preserved lemon, roasted tomatoes and olives is absolutely divine served on a bed of fluffy couscous.

A warming soup on a cold day ... bliss! And chicken soup is said to be medicinal as well as delicious, so this creamy chicken and corn combination should be just what the doctor ordered!

With the high nutritional value of spinach and the filling goodness of potato, topped with crispy bacon, this winter warmer soup is healthy and tasty as can be!

This generous vegetable gratin, layered with two types of potato, a creamy white sauce and cheese, is a fantastic winter warmer.

Meaning "big rice" in Italian, risoni is pasta shaped like long grain rice. It blends beautifully with these fragrantly slow-cooked lamb shanks.

Wonderfully warming, this hearty pork and vegetable casserole is cooked in apple cider to produce a brilliant, aromatic one-pot meal. Serve with dense, fluffy sage dumplings to soak up the flavoursome sauce and complete this beautiful Winter dish.

Hot, smoky and packed full of delicious flavours, this hearty bean and chorizo tomato soup is perfect served with a slice of thick toasted bread for a quick and tasty Winter dish.

These lean lamb meatballs seasoned with a spicy, herbaceous chutney make for a sensational and relatively easy weeknight dinner.

This classic Italian method of cooking results in a melt-in-the-mouth winter dish.

These savoury tarts are easy to make and taste utterly delicious. The combination of a golden, flaky crust with tender, roasted pumpkin and creamy blue cheese is unbeatable. Perfect for a light Winter dinner or gourmet starter.

Tender lamb shanks are cooked to perfection in this fragrant, hearty red wine sauce. Topped with a smooth, creamy potato crust, these brilliant pot pies are perfect for a weekend Winter dinner with the family.

Wonderfully warming and fragrant, this soup is perfect for the cooler Winter evenings. Packed full of tender chicken pieces, fresh vegetables and thin vermicelli noodles, it is a nourishing dish for the body and soul.

This hearty, warming casserole made with tender veal, salty pancetta and juicy mushrooms, is absolutely beautiful served on a bed of creamy mashed potato as a weekend Winter dinner.

Warm up after work with this enticing curry. With korma curry paste and tender chicken thigh fillets you'll have everyone coming back for seconds.

Commonly referred to as Vietnamese pho, this tasty rice noodle soup is packed full of Asian veggies and uses the heat of the flavoursome broth to cook thinly sliced rare beef.

Hearty, warming and packed full of wonderful flavours, this pork and chickpea curry is perfect for a cool Winter's evening. Serve on a bed of rice for a filling, tasty family meal.

Warm, hearty and perfect for a cool Winter's evening, this tasty broth is packed full of chunks of tender chicken and juicy vegetables. Serve this dish topped with these fragrant parsley spiced dumplings to soak up your soup and add even more flavour and texture to this dish.

These potato pancakes are crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside.

This hearty Spanish omelette is filled with chorizo and potatoes to keep you satisfied.

Wonderfully warming and fragrant, this soup is perfect for the cooler Winter evenings. Packed full of tender chicken pieces, fresh vegetables and thin vermicelli noodles, it is a nourishing dish for the body and soul.

Warm, hearty and packed full of tender lamb and cannellini beans, this tasty stew is perfect for cool Winter's evening.

Filled with tasty chicken and leek and topped with crunchy oats, this flavoursome bake is a dinner winner

This creamy asparagus and cheese soup can be on the table ready for the family in minutes. Wonderful for a cool Winter's evening, top your soup with crunchy croutons and grated Parmesan for a fast, gourmet meal.

Warm, creamy and packed full of flavour, this delicious artichoke soup is beautiful served sprinkled with crispy bacon, with a side of cheesy garlic bread.

Simple and tasty, this delicious asparagus and rice broth will keep your tummy full and your body warm during the cooler winter months.

These hearty homestyle rissoles partnered with a sharp gravy and mashed potato are well suited for a delicious weeknight family dinner - especially comforting in winter.

This creamy and fragrant vegetable soup works well as a feel-good meal starter in spring and autumn, or as a classic winter warmer.

Escape to the villas of rural France with all the delicious flavours of coq au vin but only 20 minutes of the cooking time.

There is nothing more comforting than a hot pie on a cold winter's night. Combining the classic flavours of chicken, wine, mushrooms and bacon, this modern twist on coq au vin will win the whole family over.

Sarah Bowman prepares a fibre and nutrient-rich breakfast using winter fruits and the humble oat

Mmmm, pies. Hot, steamy, crusty, potato-topped, and fabulous.

This feel-good soup goes up a notch seasoned with a hint of citrus in the form of coriander-blended yoghurt.

A hearty, warming lamb and rosemary filling sits perfectly in a case of golden, flaky pastry, waiting to ooze out with every mouthful. This beautiful pie makes the ultimate Winter dinner dish.

These hearty baked meatloaves, infused with HP sauce, herbs and accompanied by creamy mashed potato, make for a satisfying winter family meal.

Enjoy eating your greens with a dollop of sour cream. This smooth soup is enriched with potatoes, peas, garlic and mint and is best served with a crusty piece of bread.

A healthy meal has never been easier than with this effortless soup. Bacon adds a crisp, salty flavour while carrots, celery and lentils pack this meal with nutrition.

Tender braised beef is simmered in a fragrant red wine sauce to create a delicious, hearty dish that is wonderfully warming and perfect for cooler Winter nights.

Hearty, warming and packed full of tender chunks of veal and fresh vegetables, osso bucco is a traditional Greek stew that is loved by all. Serve it with a slice of thick, crusty bread for a nourishing Winter dinner.

Perfect for a lazy Sunday dinner, this tasty pot roast utilises the power of the slow cooker to bring your family a hearty, warming meal, complete with tender, slow-cooked meat. Pop your beef and vegetables on in the morning, and it'll be wonderfully fragrant and ready for your enjoyment come evening.

Fresh, spicy and zesty, this Asian spiced prawn noodle soup is beautiful served with a squeeze of fresh lime and a sprinkle of green onions.

Creamy, warming and packed full of goodness, this roasted sweet potato, red curry, coriander and coconut soup channels Indian flavours to bring you and your family a wonderful Winter dish.

This delicious warming chicken and prawn Asian soup is full of wonderful flavour and spice, giving the dish a hot mustardy kick.

This beautiful sage and mixed mushroom risotto is wonderfully creamy and packed full of flavour. Serve it with a side salad as a warming, hearty dinner.

Brighten up your dinner table this healthy low-carb recipe. Both visually appealing and taste-bud pleasing, the creamy filling of this gorgeous beetroot ravioli will surprise the fussiest of eaters.

We live in an age where there has never been more interest in food and cooking and yet many children have no idea where the food they eat comes from. We have a huge problem with childhood obesity and yet many children lack essential nutrients. Writer Michael Pollan’s mantra ‘Eat food. Not too much. Mostly plants’ rings true, but we have no hope of achieving this unless we allow children to be part of the ‘farm to fork’ journey

We live in an age where there has never been more interest in food and cooking and yet many children have no idea where the food they eat comes from. We have a huge problem with childhood obesity and yet many children lack essential nutrients. Writer Michael Pollan’s mantra ‘Eat food. Not too much. Mostly plants’ rings true, but we have no hope of achieving this unless we allow children to be part of the ‘farm to fork’ journey

Warm, hearty and packed full of fragrant Mexican spices, this chunky chicken, bean and vegetable soup is brilliant served with dense, fluffy polenta dumplings to soak up the rich, tasty sauce.

Prepare this delicious meatloaf for your family any day of the week. Veal mince is layered with char-grilled vegetables and sprinkled with crumbly feta to create the tastiest weeknight dinner.

With an orange zest and parsley stuffing, this turkey roll will be a favourite with the whole family. Serve with Asian greens and rice, or for a traditional Christmas or Christmas in July celebration, serve with baked potatoes.

Perfect for a cool winter's evening, this creamy, nutritious broad bean soup is wonderfully warming and best enjoyed with homemade cheesy parmesan twists.

This delicious Asian soup is packed full of flavours to warm you from the inside out, plus tender chicken and soft rice to keep you fueled for longer.

Packed full of vegetables and tender ham off the bone, this curried cauliflower and butter bean soup is beautiful served with a warm piece of freshly toasted garlic bread.

Bursting with flavour, this fragrant ginger and soy spiced broth is delicious with thin vermicelli noodles and shredded poached chicken.

This delicious Asian soup is full of tender pork and thick hokkien noodles, the perfect warming dish for cool Winter evenings.

Recreate this classic French seafood stew for your friends and family - fresh fish, prawns and mussels are cooked to perfection and simmered in a fragrant tomato broth. Serve with crusty bread and a capsicum rou

It’s time to dig out the slow cooker and make the most of cheaper cuts of meat. Get it chugging away early in the day, so that by dinnertime the house is filled with gorgeous savoury aromas and you’ll have everyone clamouring around.

Winter vegetables get an Asian-inspired flash fry to become deeply satisfying bowls of goodness

It’s time to dig out the slow cooker and make the most of cheaper cuts of meat. Get them chugging away early in the day, so that by dinnertime the house is filled with gorgeous savoury aromas and you’ll have everyone clamouring around.

Ward off winter maladies with this wonderful seasonal salad