10 rozgrzewających zimowych posiłków

Dla kucharzy zima to często czas wskrzeszania ulubionych sezonowych przepisów, które są ciepłe i wygodne. Takie racje żywnościowe są czasami nazywane „wygodnymi pokarmami” ze względu na ich prostotę, serdeczność i nostalgię, którą wywołują. Ale te 10 posiłków to coś więcej. Są nie tylko pyszne i odpędzają chłód, ale również zawierają stosunkowo zdrowe składniki w porównaniu do tradycyjnych potraw, które często są smażone, panierowane lub duszone na maśle. Jedzenie nie musi być szkodliwe dla zdrowia, aby smakowało niesamowicie. Oto świeże spojrzenie na niektóre z naszych najbardziej lubianych posiłków.

1. Pieczony ziemniak
2. Kanapka Panini z Grilla i Sera
3. Zielone Chili Mac i Ser
4. Chili z trzema fasolami
5. Chili z Białego Kurczaka
6. Zupa Warzywna z Kurczakiem i Makaronem
7. Zupa Tortellini
8. Lasagne w ostatniej chwili
9. Karaibski Gulasz z Indyka
10. Pieczeń z Polędwicą Czosnkową

Czasami najprostsze przepisy dają najlepsze żarcie. Oto sposób na zrobienie kawałka pieczonego ziemniaka. Być może jesteś przyzwyczajony do pakowania ziemniaka w folię aluminiową podczas pieczenia. Robiąc to, w zasadzie parujesz go, pozostawiając go rozmoczonym lub wilgotnym. Zamiast tego upiecz ziemniaki bez folii aluminiowej, aby uzyskać bardziej chrupiącą skórkę. Podawaj go jako dodatek lub dodaj różne dodatki, aby był jeszcze bardziej satysfakcjonujący jako danie główne.

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Zacznij od energicznego wyszorowania ziemniaka szczotką do warzyw. Następnie wbij w niego widelec, cały. Wlej oliwę z oliwek na ręcznik papierowy i przetrzyj nim całą skórę. Obficie posyp grubą solą morską. Piecz przez około godzinę w 450 stopniach Fahrenheita (232 stopniach Celsjusza). Za pomocą noża natnij ziemniaka w literę „T” i otwórz go. Umieść w szczelinie miękką tabliczkę masła lub margaryny. Zastosuj swoje ulubione dodatki.

Czy wiedziałeś?

Ziemniaki są tańsze, jeśli kupujesz je w torebce, a nie pojedynczo. Dobrze się przechowują, więc nie martw się, że się zepsują, jeśli kupisz je luzem.

Kanapka z grillowanym serem może być jedną z ulubionych potraw w Ameryce. Lubią to zarówno dorośli, jak i dzieci, a dlaczego nie? Jest szybki w wykonaniu, dobrze smakuje i wymaga niewielu składników. Jeśli twoje szafki wyglądają na puste i musisz iść na zakupy spożywcze, prawdopodobnie masz te trzy składniki, aby zrobić ten pyszny młynek.

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Heat a Panini grill sandwich maker. Take two slices of your favorite bread, and brush one side of each one with olive oil. Put a thick slice of cheddar cheese in between two slices of bread, olive oil sides facing out. (You can also include a slice of brie cheese, as it melts well, or slices of tomato.) Place the sandwich between the plates of a Panini grill and press down until the cheese has melted.

Here's a tasty slow cooker dish that you don't have to wait all day to finish cooking. Great for the main course or a side dish, Green Chili Mac and Cheese is a creative adaptation of a comfort food staple. Although it's a souped-up, more gourmet version, kids are likely to enjoy it, too. Even if you don't care for spicy, hot foods, you'll probably like this dish because it's so mild. Feel free to substitute cheeses listed as ingredients with your favorite kinds, but keep in mind softer, creamier cheeses melt better.

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In a bowl, toss macaroni with butter. Stir in evaporated milk, cheese, green chilies, red pepper flakes, salt, red chili powder and black pepper. Pour into slow cooker, cover and cook on high two to three hours. Dish up and sprinkle bread crumbs on top for garnish. Makes six to eight servings.

Did You Know?

Substitute a less expensive cheese, like American, for one of the cheeses called for.

Make no mistake, this isn't ordinary chili. Perhaps most appreciated for its subtle mole flavor, Three Bean Mole Chili is both hearty and nutritious. In fact, five ingredients are among the top power foods for their nutritional value. Chili often is made with sugar or other sweeteners. Not this one, whose flavor comes from a medley of spices. The small amount of pre-made mole paste required can easily be found in the ethnic food aisle of grocery stores or at specialty markets. This vegetarian meal can easily be adapted for meat eaters by simply adding bite-sized pieces of raw or precooked chicken or beef to the slow cooker along with the other ingredients. Just make sure the meat is cooked thoroughly before serving by checking a few pieces first.

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Combine all ingredients (other than toppings) in slow cooker and mix well. Cover and cook on low five to six hours. Serve with desired toppings.

Have you ever noticed a food’s presentation seems to affect how good it tastes? The prettier the arrangement, the yummier it is. Well, White Chicken Chili is not only sure to warm you up and put a smile on your face, but its monochromatic appearance has visual allure. Experiment with serving it in striking dishware, such as gem-colored ceramics or translucent glass bowls. Another plus is that this meal keeps particularly well -- leftovers you can look forward to eating!

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Heat oil in large pot over medium-high heat. Add chicken, onions, and garlic, and saute until chicken is lightly browned, 5 to 7 minutes. Transfer chicken mixture to 4-quart or larger slow cooker. Add broth, beans, chile peppers (with juice), salt, and remaining spices. Stir to combine. Cover. Cook on low 4 to 6 hours. Uncover and cook 1 more hour, stirring occasionally, until flavors are blended.

[source: Prevention Magazine]

Did You Know?

Instead of using fresh or frozen chicken, use canned chicken or turkey for a more affordable option. Simply rinse the meat in a strainer, and break it apart with your hands or a fork before adding to the slow cooker.

Chicken soup seems to taste particularly good when it's cold outside, a time of year when people often get sick. Whether or not it has actual medicinal qualities, this particular Vegetable Chicken Noodle Soup undoubtedly provides important nutrients you need to stay in tiptop health.

Now, here's a soup that can hold its own. Don't let the soup in the name mislead you: Tortellini Soup is more of a main course than a starter entree. Crammed with chunks of sausage, fresh vegetables and pillows of pasta, this flavorful melange is a filling winner for the dinner table come winter. The combination of spices gives it a kick and can warm you from the inside out on the coldest of days.

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Sauté sausage, onions and garlic. Drain the grease and add to a large pot with beef broth and red wine. Simmer for 30 minutes. Add remaining ingredients, simmer 30 minutes. Garnish with grated fresh parmesan cheese.

Did You Know?

Adapt this recipe by also including winter vegetables like sweet potatoes or squash. Veggies that are in season are ripest, taste freshest and they're usually priced lower.

Last-minute Lasagna is easy to prepare and ideal for freezing. With this favorite, you won't be caught craving a real meal without the time to make one again. There's no chopping, cutting, grating or other preparation steps involved. Just purchase the ingredients, put them in a dish and voila, it's ready to bake.

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Heat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (176.6 degrees Celsius). Evenly pour 1/3 of the pasta sauce into a 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Place half of the ravioli on top of the sauce, covering the dish in one layer. Evenly distribute the spinach and mozzarella cheese over the ravioli. Layer the remaining ravioli. Pour the remaining sauce evenly over the top. Sprinkle the rest of the mozzarella and all of the Parmesan cheese over it. Cover with tin foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the tin foil and bake until the top bubbles (about five to 10 more minutes).

A jumble of fruits and vegetables in Caribbean Turkey Stew presents contrasting flavors, from the sweetness of bananas to the tartness of limes. Please your palate with the many layers of flavors in this stew. It'll wake up your taste buds and add variety to the meals you serve throughout the winter season.

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Heat a saucepan, medium-high heat. Brown turkey thighs in oil, about three minutes each side. Remove and set aside. Using the same saucepan, sauté onions until they're translucent (about two to three minutes). Add the rest of the ingredients to the pan. Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce heat, cover and simmer about an hour and a half. Ten minutes before serving, remove thighs from the mixture and use a fork to strip meat from the bones. Return meat pieces to the stew. Allow the meat to warm. Serve the stew in bowls and garnish with bananas, green onions and coconut. Squeeze a wedge of lime over the top.

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Don't feel obligated to use all of the suggested garnishings for this soup. It can still taste great without them. Consider foregoing bananas or the extra coconut to keep the cost of this meal down. (However, the squirt of lime seems to affect the overall taste much more than the other condiments.)

Whether reserved for special occasions or served regularly in your household on Sundays for dinner, Garlic Sirloin Tip Roast is a special treat. It's pierced all over with fresh garlic and is sure to fill your home with a mouthwatering aroma. (If you don't like garlic, you probably won't like this fare.) Remember, whole garlic bulbs stay fresh for two weeks to two months, but the shelf life drops to just a few days once you break open the bulb, so make sure you stuff your roast with fresh garlic.

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Using a sharp knife with a blade a bit longer than a paring knife, cut into the meat just enough to slide one sliver of garlic into the cut. Continue doing this, covering the entire roast until all garlic slivers are used. Use your finger to reseal the cuts. Coat the roast generously with your favorite seasoning salt and leave it in the refrigerator overnight. Remove the roast from the refrigerator about an hour before you cook it. Either cook it on a rotisserie or in the oven at 325 degrees Fahrenheit (162.7 degrees Celsius) for 35 to 40 minutes per pound. The meat thermometer reading should be between 150 degrees and 170 degrees Fahrenheit (65.5 and 76.6 degrees Celsius), depending on how well-done you prefer your roast. Let it rest 10 minutes to 15 minutes under tin foil before cutting.

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