The 10 Recipes Our Readers Cooked On Repeat This Winter

As winter continues, many home cooks are turning to familiar, comforting recipes. Southern Living recently highlighted the ten most-saved recipes from January, offering a glimpse into what dishes are providing warmth and satisfaction during the colder months. These recipes, easily organised and saved through the MyRecipes platform, range from hearty breakfast casseroles to soothing soups and stews.

A Year-Round Favorite

Leading the list is a breakfast casserole that proved exceptionally popular in 2024, becoming the most-saved recipe of the year. Readers consistently praise its satisfying and hearty qualities, with one commenter noting they’ve been making it for decades, especially for Christmas morning.

Simple Comforts

Another standout recipe features onions, celebrated for its simplicity, deliciousness, and ease of preparation. One reader shared their experience, noting the recipe was “outstandingly delicious” but suggested slightly reducing the butter and cheese for a less greasy result, while also adding a touch of cayenne for a spicy kick.

Did You Know? The featured breakfast casserole was not only popular in January but also the most-saved recipe of the entire year 2024.

Soups for the Soul

Chicken soup and “Million Dollar Soup” also ranked highly, offering comfort during the cold winter days. Readers appreciate the simplicity of these recipes, particularly the convenience of using rotisserie chicken as a shortcut. Many shared that they’ve been making these soups for years and have no plans to stop.

Classic Casseroles and Biscuits

Several casserole dishes, including hashbrown casserole and King Ranch chicken casserole, also made the top ten. These recipes are described as long-time favourites, with one reader stating they’ve been making the hashbrown casserole for family holidays for over 20 years. Baked ziti also proved popular, praised for its versatility and ease of preparation.

A Southern Staple

No list of Southern favourites would be complete without biscuits. Southern Living’s “angel biscuits” recipe consistently receives high praise, with one commenter describing them as “light and fluffy” and “not dry like other biscuits.”

Expert Insight: The consistent popularity of these recipes suggests a strong desire for familiar, comforting foods during the winter months. The emphasis on ease of preparation and family traditions highlights the role of cooking in providing both nourishment and emotional connection.

Stew and Dressing Round Out the List

Cowboy stew was also a reader favorite, described as a “bowl of comfort,” while Southern cornbread dressing was noted as a classic recipe passed down through generations. One reader shared that their grandmother’s recipe was nearly identical to the one featured by Southern Living.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of recipes were most popular in January?

Breakfast casseroles, soups, stews, and classic Southern casseroles like hashbrown casserole and King Ranch chicken casserole were among the most-saved recipes.

Where can readers find these recipes?

Readers can find and save these recipes using the MyRecipes platform, as highlighted by Southern Living.

Are these recipes easy to make?

Many readers specifically praised the recipes for their simplicity and ease of preparation, with some highlighting the convenience of using shortcuts like rotisserie chicken.

What comfort food recipes have been passed down in your family for generations?