It’s a snow day! While we don’t have as many snow days in the South as the rest of the country, they do happen every so often. We asked our team to share some of their go-to recipes for making when they’re home and looking for something extra warm and comforting. Here are a few of their favorite winter recipes.
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Greg Dupree; Food Stylist: Kat Steele; Prop Styist: Claire Spollen
“I like to make a big batch of chili to warm me up and eat off of for a few days! I make mine with ground turkey and saute the onions and garlic with a jalapeno for some added heat.” – Meghan Overdeep, Senior Writer
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“Tortellini has been one of my go-to comfort food choices since I was a kid, and I still crave it when I’m sick or the weather is dreary. This cozy baked version is just the ticket for a cold day, and I like to add shredded or chopped chicken for a protein boost.” – Mary Shannon Hodes, Editor
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Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox
“Say it with me now: Chicken! Pot! Pie! There is nothing that comforts my stomach or my soul like chicken pot pie. I’m not a huge fan of meals that are one uniform thing (like soup or pasta), but the crunch of the piecrust combined with the silky interior and the bite of the meat and veggies make this recipe a hit for me. Plus, it reminds me of my mom, which always makes me feel warm inside.” – Katie Akin, Associate Copy Editor
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Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox
“Growing up in Memphis we didn’t get many “snow days” but when we did, it was always an excuse for my dad to make his favorite meal. He always says, “this is tomato soup and grilled cheese weather.” So, of course when there is even a hint of a flurry, that’s what I am going to make too.” – Rebecca Baer, Senior News Editor
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“There is no better snow day elixir (or post-shovel treat) than an Irish coffee. Whipped cream makes this a real treat.” – Meghan Overdeep, Senior Writer
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Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox
“When snow is in the forecast, I always make sure I have the ingredients on hand to make a batch of chicken chili in my slow cooker. It’s the ideal meal to warm up with after stepping outside to enjoy the snowfall, and the slow does all the work.” – Jenna Sims, Senior Editor
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Alison Miksch; Food Stylist: Karen Rankin; Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle
“Beef stew with a crusty hunk of French bread, a glass of red wine, and a crackling fire is my recipe for having the perfect snow day.” -Tara Massouleh McCay, Senior Travel & Culture Editor
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Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox
“You will absolutely never regret making this cozy soup that lives up to its name without being too difficult or long to make—when you’d rather be snuggled up on the sofa!” – Kaitlyn Sadik, Editor
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Stacy K. Allen; Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer; Prop Stylist: Christine Keely
“The curled-up-at-home coziness of a snow day feels like the weekend, no matter what day it is, so pancakes are always a good idea.” – Betsy Watson, Senior Homes Editor
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“I buy a can of evaporated milk to keep in the pantry each winter in the hopes that we will get enough of the white stuff to make snow ice cream. The kids love it, especially when we stir in the chocolate candy they have left over from their Christmas stockings.” – Libby Minor, Copy Chief
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Victor Protasio; Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling; Prop Stylist: Keoshia McGhee
“When I’m not in the mood for soup, I typically opt for a warm and comforting pasta dish. This one-pot recipe is so easy and really delicious.” -Krissy Tiglias, Executive Editor, GM
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Whip up some classic chocolate chip cookies for dessert and you’ve got yourself an evening. – Tara Massouleh McCay, Senior Travel & Culture Editor
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