All of the comfort, with none of the work – that’s our cooking mantra during winter. And, thanks to a few clever new kitchen appliances, it’s easier than ever to clean up after preparing a winter feast. So, say goodbye to messy dishes, and hello to easy cooking. With the right appliances and tools in your kitchen, you can easily make all your favourite comfort food dishes – from cheesy pasta bakes to gooey self-saucing puddings – without all the messy, time-consuming clean-up afterwards.
Gadgets like the air fryer and slow cooker have made it easier than ever before to fry, bake, and cook your favourite ingredients to create meals in a fraction of the time we’re used to. Plus, the nature of these kitchen appliances, where often you’re creating ‘one pot’ meals also help to reduce clean-up!
So, now that winter cooking is a cinch, let’s get down to business and check out our ultimate winter comfort food list below. There are plenty of great air fryer recipes and slow cooker recipes online to help you whip up these super easy recipes.
Slow cooker beef stroganoff
Slow cooker beef stroganoff is simple to prepare and will warm you up when the weather gets cooler. While this hearty dish may have taken a bit too much effort in the past, with a slow cooker, it’s as easy as putting everything in one pot and pressing a button.
Air fryer pumpkin fries
Move over French fries, because these homemade pumpkin fries are divine! They’re not only healthier than traditional fries, but they’re simple to make and crisp up beautifully in the air fryer.
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Slow cooker pumpkin soup
A mouth-watering soup with a special twist, it couldn’t be easier to whip up your favourite soups in winter with a slow cooker in your kitchen. For a soup that has a little extra zest, why not add red curry paste for a pumpkin soup with a special twist?
Air fryer puff pastry Danish
Of course, it’s important to always leave room for dessert. Making delicious pastries during winter has never been easier with an air fryer on your kitchen counter. These simple jam-filled pastries are perfect for a brunch spread and are super easy to make.
Slow cooker smoky barbecue pork ribs
Pop a rack of pork ribs in the slow cooker in the morning and come home to sticky, melt-in-your-mouth deliciousness. Winter eating doesn’t get better than this!
Air fryer breadsticks
Did you know you can bake crisp breadsticks in an air fryer? The great news is, you can… And you should! Whether you like them twisted with Greek-inspired goodness or laden with garlic, they’re the perfect savoury winter snack.
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