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Winter has hit and while we dream of picturesque snow scenes, the reality for much of New Zealand is a little different. So we’ve been searching for the ultimate winter recipes to help you keep the cold at bay, that warm you up from the inside out and are healthy too!
This collection below are our favourite ways to keep cosy indoors and feature everything from slow cooked delights to hearty stir fries, pasta bakes and luscious roasts for a rainy Sunday.


The beauty of couscous is that it makes a great salad in summer after it’s been left to cool; and it makes a great salad in winter when served hot and steamy. The recipe calls for capsicum, but if you can’t find them – go with whatever is great in season.

We love making a batch of pulled beef or pulled lamb, keeping some aside for easy throw together meals like this one. The humble baked potato becomes the ideal way to use up leftovers when paired with a little cheese and salsa.


High in protein and iron, this classic roast is an affordable cut that will satisfy any crowd. We love the mustard crust with the roast potatoes, but it is also delicious with kumara or pumpkin swapped out instead.




The sweetness of the pumpkin is enhanced with the savoury of the miso paste, taking this ‘steak and mash combo’ to another level! The recipe calls for eye fillet, but honestly, we’ve served it topped with rump steak slices too and everyone’s plate has been licked clean.

Lasagne is a favourite of ours for feeding a crowd, as well as for meal prepping for those busy weeknights. This one is loaded with vegetable-goodness featuring spinach and mushrooms to help round out all the nutrients you need.


This is the best and easiest way to turn gravy beef into a family favourite. We love the short ingredient list and when served on top of mashed potatoes, makes for an affordable and delicious dinner.

Mince is a staple for many Kiwi households and this is a simple, foundation dish that can be transformed into many different variations. Make the most of the seasonal vegetables and get loads of flavour in there. We love it stuffed into a tortilla with a green salad, or simply on toast.



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