Ask Katie Seasonal WINTER RECIPES Collection

Cape Malay Chicken Curry with Warm Zucchini Sambal

Chicken and Rice Soup with tender chicken, vegetables and rice in a slow-simmered homemade stock, a comforting winter recipe for cosy family meals and cold evenings.

Chicken and Rice Soup with Slow-Simmered Stock

Classic Swedish meatballs with creamy gravy, buttery mashed potatoes, lingonberry-style preserves and cucumber salad, a comforting winter recipe inspired by traditional Scandinavian cooking.

Classic Swedish Meatballs and Mashed Potatoes

Creamy chicken liver parfait served with crisp toasted crostini and fruit preserves, a rich winter recipe perfect for entertaining, holiday gatherings and special occasions.

Creamy Chicken Liver Parfait with Butter Crust

Creamy chickpea and kale soup topped with Parmesan, a hearty winter recipe packed with vegetables, pantry staples and comforting flavours for cold-weather meals.

Creamy Chickpea and Kale Soup with Parmesan

Creamy Mushroom Puff Pastry Pies

Creamy Tuscan Chicken Orzo with Sun-Dried Tomatoes

Creole chicken and chorizo gumbo served with creamy mashed potatoes, a hearty winter recipe packed with smoky flavour, slow-cooked comfort and Southern-inspired warmth.

Creole Chicken and Chorizo Gumbo with Mash

Decadent Autumn Mushroom Market Vegetarian Ragù served over pasta with crispy Parmesan breadcrumbs, a comforting winter recipe packed with slow-cooked vegetables, rich flavour and hearty appeal.

Decadent Autumn Mushroom Market Vegetarian Ragu

Easy weeknight roast chicken with crispy golden skin and roasted onion, a classic winter recipe that delivers simple comfort, family-friendly flavour and versatile leftovers.

Easy Weeknight Roast Chicken with Crispy Skin

Juicy herb-roasted pork tenderloin served with creamy Parmesan polenta and roasted broccoli for a cosy winter dinner.

Garlic Herb Pork Tenderloin with Polenta

House Kale Salad with Parmesan Dijon Dressing

Japanese Steakhouse Fried Rice with Scrambled Egg

Pan-seared chicken breast topped with a glossy orange and onion sauce, served over creamy apple mashed potatoes and finished with fresh herbs and spring onions for a comforting autumn dinner.

Orange Chicken and Apple Mashed Potatoes

Sliced paprika-seasoned pork chops served with buttery spaetzle, roasted broccoli, and braised red cabbage on a white dinner plate.

Paprika Pork Chops with Spaetzle and Broccoli

A platter of linguine tossed with rich beef and red wine Bolognese, slowly simmered with onions, carrots, and celery for a deeply savoury Italian-inspired pasta dish

Signature Bolognese with Beef and Wine

Silken Cauliflower Fusilli with Chorizo and Capers

Close-up of a smoked paprika and garlic beef burger on a sesame seed bun, topped with rocket, red onion, and a creamy mustard mayonnaise sauce dripping over the sides.

Smoked Paprika Garlic Hamburgers with Mayo Mustard

Rich and comforting smoky red bean soup finished with green sambal, ideal for warming up on cold winter nights.

Smoky Red Bean Soup with Green Sambal

South African Malva Puddings with Cream Sauce

Golden puff pastry sausage rolls filled with seasoned sausage meat, baked until crisp and served with onion relish and a dollop of sour cream for dipping.

Spicy Sausage Rolls with Onion and Thyme

Warm flatbread stuffed with spiced beef shawarma, tangy pickled cabbage and carrots, and a generous drizzle of creamy garlic yogurt sauce.

Takeaway-Style Beef Shawarma and Pickled Cabbage

Creamy Tuscan-style bean stew with cannellini beans, kale, and roasted baby potatoes, topped with a soft poached egg and finished with fresh chives.

Tuscan Bean Stew with Creamy Poached Egg

Veal Piccata with Crispy Potatoes and Spinach

Hearty vegetarian gumbo made with chickpeas, mixed beans, and okra in a rich tomato-based broth, finished with fresh chives and served alongside fluffy white rice.

Vegetarian Chickpea and Bean Gumbo with Okra

Tender lamb seasoned with za’atar and served over roasted cauliflower, finished with a cool garlic yogurt sauce for a simple Middle Eastern-inspired meal.

Za’atar Lamb and Aleppo Roasted Cauliflower

Winter is my favourite season for cooking because it rewards patience. Not fancy ingredients. Not expensive equipment. Just a little time and the willingness to let good things happen in a pot, roasting tray, or Dutch oven.

The recipes in this collection are built around the ingredients that shine when the weather cools down. Potatoes become golden and crisp. Onions turn sweet. Beans become creamy. Tougher cuts soften into something extraordinary. A simple chicken becomes a meal that feeds a family for days. Winter is where some of the most economical ingredients in the kitchen deliver the biggest rewards.

You'll find influences from South Africa, Europe, the Middle East, and beyond, but the goal is always the same: flavour first, practicality second, and absolutely no unnecessary complication. These are recipes designed for busy weeknights, quiet weekends, and the moments when comfort food should still feel thoughtful and well made.

I believe the best winter cooking strikes a balance between nourishment and pleasure. A bowl of soup should be satisfying. A roast should feel achievable. A stew should earn its place in your regular rotation. Whether you're cooking for yourself, your family, or a table full of guests, these recipes are here to prove that seasonal cooking doesn't have to be complicated to be memorable.