{"id":246147,"date":"2026-01-22T03:00:51","date_gmt":"2026-01-22T03:00:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/blog\/?post_type=articles&#038;p=246147"},"modified":"2025-12-19T16:38:38","modified_gmt":"2025-12-19T16:38:38","slug":"family-friendly-winter-dinners","status":"publish","type":"articles","link":"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/blog\/articles\/read\/246147\/family-friendly-winter-dinners\/","title":{"rendered":"Family-Friendly Winter Dinners"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>When looking for a warm and filling dinner when the cold settles in, turn to these family-friendly winter dinners. We&#8217;ve gathered a roundup of recipes featuring soups, casseroles, baked pasta, and stick-to-your-rib classics your family will enjoy. Whether you need a quick weeknight meal, a big-batch dinner to serve a crowd, or a nostalgic supper that reminds you of home, these dinner recipes are perfect for a day when a comforting meal will hit the spot.<br \/>\n<!-- Recipe Roundup 6315465492135936 --><\/p>\n<div class=\"card card-white shadow my-4 mx-auto\">\n<div class=\"position-relative\">\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/main-course\/beef\/deep-dish-taco-pie.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/HZRJBQd7xenw11dgBqeyp57d4LCxg1hAcznr2DFUiV-TqOgfKQGcddn1wr6molZM0rL36vS9xzKjrUDmyo211l5oRns2iSVIfU7n_PF8C8Q9Tx2RpXz7\" class=\"card-img card-img-top\" alt=\"recipe image\"><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"position-absolute text-white banner-blue\">\n<div class=\"w-100\">\n<div class=\"ellipsis\">HEATHER MCDANIEL<\/div>\n<div class=\"small ellipsis\">PENSACOLA, FL<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/dNoE3TV4JNNSBAvIKr_-fPbHl_jhqCYDAYEeLNI4449soCoiKxMtg6ZLc6DS6VvBbqhWPn6XXgK30AC9BW9gGSjUipqOdZIuZN5yJodm=s78-p\" class=\"position-absolute shadow shadow-lg border border-white rounded-circle\" style=\"top:10px; left: 20px; width:80px; height:80px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-body\">\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/main-course\/beef\/deep-dish-taco-pie.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Deep Dish Taco Pie<\/a><\/h2>\n<div>&#8220;I whipped this together tonight when I completely drew a blank on supper. This turned out incredibly well, considering the fact that I was lost to start with. Any type of ground meat can be used, or even omitted and replaced with beans. I&#8217;ve fallen in love with this meal and hope you do too.&#8221; &#8211; Heather<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card card-white shadow my-4 mx-auto\">\n<div class=\"position-relative\">\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/dessert\/pie\/the-best-chicken-pot-pie-ever.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/GN06PAbpG91vMcUv4e6_XHIkuH7SPAQ4Cxy3SZV4HI0MmbAh0cp8euPU1fJxgR4JzC6sEvyZaGK8hdmGR20PFV9Lk-3DYmh0tH5pA1ya5QiYyz1HC4EfmA\" class=\"card-img card-img-top\" alt=\"recipe image\"><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"position-absolute text-white banner-blue\">\n<div class=\"w-100\">\n<div class=\"ellipsis\">MARTHA RAY DEEN<\/div>\n<div class=\"small ellipsis\">CHARLOTTE, NC<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/noj2KQyGm4XeDiFHnHyMO-jBLt1oLcTKFU9qSphBejtnH-52-SqjFME0bH27iXN0njqdiN1UDrgxV-kq8U0p22TtkDHR0YwfTyjnJ0kf=s78-p\" class=\"position-absolute shadow shadow-lg border border-white rounded-circle\" style=\"top:10px; left: 20px; width:80px; height:80px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-body\">\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/dessert\/pie\/the-best-chicken-pot-pie-ever.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Best Chicken Pot Pie Ever<\/a><\/h2>\n<div>&#8220;I get a request from my family to make this dish at least once a month. I typically make two at a time as it is eaten up quickly. They&#8217;re wonderful to share with a neighbor.&#8221; &#8211; Martha Ray<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card card-white shadow my-4 mx-auto\">\n<div class=\"position-relative\">\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/main-course\/other-main-course\/my-grilled-cheese-and-tomato-soup-2.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/qItrsw-TnqoxFg72WcPpm8laDlxvFvQ23FsOfFj5XNsFecp9uhkt1jAxoB9R6TfhmZ5AvhB4057knzXvLhDgGAso7we_761NAqbP7wkTNWh4HjM_5BtG\" class=\"card-img card-img-top\" alt=\"recipe image\"><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"position-absolute text-white banner-blue\">\n<div class=\"w-100\">\n<div class=\"ellipsis\">VAIL BEE<\/div>\n<div class=\"small ellipsis\">SACRAMENTO, CA<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/GDo5AzXvjbsUQsq2V_MSHiA3jnhliPB6bHA4MTyh6T6AA3-xuc8n2yqR8vvxX_OeRxxpZq_9An_dOcBqJlO5SfeeLvBbgMk6IYnoxwXLpCmdEJul-XyV=s78-p\" class=\"position-absolute shadow shadow-lg border border-white rounded-circle\" style=\"top:10px; left: 20px; width:80px; height:80px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-body\">\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/main-course\/other-main-course\/my-grilled-cheese-and-tomato-soup-2.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">My Grilled Cheese and Tomato Soup<\/a><\/h2>\n<div>&#8220;Seriously, one of my favorite things to make and eat! It&#8217;s good for any time of year &#8211; a picnic in the summer or next to a fire in the winter.&#8221; &#8211; Vail<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card card-white shadow my-4 mx-auto\">\n<div class=\"position-relative\">\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/main-course\/chicken\/outback-steakhouse-alice-springs-chicken.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/uzXBwMAJuFBl1I7o7sVTh6td0akExa_8j5nbe999CGyfXbNnqPxyRS2O38ffj0SHRwqiirFpoD8mLyrTOacUHzlKekHDgrdjykGOxjfcixX0F5NLaDA\" class=\"card-img card-img-top\" alt=\"recipe image\"><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"position-absolute text-white banner-blue\">\n<div class=\"w-100\">\n<div class=\"ellipsis\">BRENDA STAUB<\/div>\n<div class=\"small ellipsis\">LIVING WATER RANCH, KS<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/_Bn4RiXt3tbw-u6XdqHZD1yINm8wm856ybZbOMdV89M6wvGxKEUSkFRcMhdH_5KNyHbbJJ5Sy5vaG9s78lwrRBJxgF3kJSpInh-sAq8=s78-p\" class=\"position-absolute shadow shadow-lg border border-white rounded-circle\" style=\"top:10px; left: 20px; width:80px; height:80px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-body\">\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/main-course\/chicken\/outback-steakhouse-alice-springs-chicken.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Outback Steakhouse Alice Springs Chicken<\/a><\/h2>\n<div>&#8220;Oooh, I love this chicken!&#8221; &#8211; Brenda<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card card-white shadow my-4 mx-auto\">\n<div class=\"position-relative\">\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/main-course\/main-course-pork\/cripsy-southern-fried-pork-chops.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/Wxojeo4hWA0--s2CB3qPFy0zgs5HkxtNqJp2JSEtoQzEYhj-SyFbQk8pfnqFu38vQZ3TW0RxbouDlEVYGl4Hau2n29Kz62Vn5-tVaTdv8xiqErzjo8k\" class=\"card-img card-img-top\" alt=\"recipe image\"><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"position-absolute text-white banner-blue\">\n<div class=\"w-100\">\n<div class=\"ellipsis\">ELAINE BOVENDER<\/div>\n<div class=\"small ellipsis\">WILMINGTON, NC<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/lfvitYMZ6ux86a0_vbbQki-0hBy7qD3UDVicrfHPrD9NEh5FmWVoCfsUx99uWyO3tUB-f9A9qq5iYYUInXvPyTZGCASIHc8ihz8MorkC4DIgC-DT5BgS=s78-p\" class=\"position-absolute shadow shadow-lg border border-white rounded-circle\" style=\"top:10px; left: 20px; width:80px; height:80px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-body\">\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/main-course\/main-course-pork\/cripsy-southern-fried-pork-chops.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Crispy Southern Fried Pork Chops<\/a><\/h2>\n<div>&#8220;Another favorite of my family that dates back to my grandmother. These chops turn out crispy and delicious. I serve them with mashed potatoes, a veggie, and sawmill gravy. A great comfort meal any time!&#8221; &#8211; Elaine<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card card-white shadow my-4 mx-auto\">\n<div class=\"position-relative\">\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/main-course\/pasta\/nanas-beef-tips-with-noodles.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/MCYSMUd7l6m1S7-IK-anQ5_-fp95ax7UWrWjWaqUyMD80U93i7b2ByYLTudR8WmRJy7ZoTL4wlfa17g64YuSthVUCHcS3os9vhK-PLUd5-yQyt5zgfOWkg\" class=\"card-img card-img-top\" alt=\"recipe image\"><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"position-absolute text-white banner-blue\">\n<div class=\"w-100\">\n<div class=\"ellipsis\">GAIL WELCH<\/div>\n<div class=\"small ellipsis\">CARTHAGE, TX<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/ulREiyJwLBoLveKkvHyCa313UMsef4Jizq25WTFGw7hvD_AajLEgXGJjyF4qbFJmKkugmWepm-mBARUDTY5YYoPr8VIe71EpeUhO4g=s78-p\" class=\"position-absolute shadow shadow-lg border border-white rounded-circle\" style=\"top:10px; left: 20px; width:80px; height:80px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-body\">\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/main-course\/pasta\/nanas-beef-tips-with-noodles.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Nana&#8217;s Beef Tips with Noodles<\/a><\/h2>\n<div>&#8220;I made this for supper one night and my grandson enjoyed it. Whenever he comes over now he requests me to cook this for him. He&#8217;s a picky eater so I am happy to make something that he likes.&#8221; &#8211; Gail<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card card-white shadow my-4 mx-auto\">\n<div class=\"position-relative\">\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/main-course\/casseroles\/chicken-pot-pie-casserole-2.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/PDppSKhzn3Osm-46FU9BRDzNtk9XjP7NyPf0SdEiakCrKHHZ9uJzS5fj45AJu_Ihncn-rA37y2aykulSL3y1E1b1Mc8AtrVpCY42RQp1DtvauiIj4Avo\" class=\"card-img card-img-top\" alt=\"recipe image\"><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"position-absolute text-white banner-blue\">\n<div class=\"w-100\">\n<div class=\"ellipsis\">RHONDA O<\/div>\n<div class=\"small ellipsis\">NEW ALBANY, IN<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/8lt-Lf0Y3z5a3h8DwSPJiLWk9YK22pNmDYSsJVTPYQBUEQ4I2woruHA2oyzYigN-YBFOXd6_aQFKR452v6quRzYW0B3aqk9kxq9ICTUvZxaO3jOq-GTPlA=s78-p\" class=\"position-absolute shadow shadow-lg border border-white rounded-circle\" style=\"top:10px; left: 20px; width:80px; height:80px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-body\">\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/main-course\/casseroles\/chicken-pot-pie-casserole-2.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Chicken Pot Pie Casserole<\/a><\/h2>\n<div>&#8220;An easy take on pot pie without spending all day in the kitchen. A comforting dinner on a cool and rainy day or anytime you need a quick meal. Serve with a fresh side salad or a side of your choice.&#8221; &#8211; Rhonda<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card card-white shadow my-4 mx-auto\">\n<div class=\"position-relative\">\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/dessert\/pie\/easy-beef-empanadas.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/zTPweSWhOOu7z9VavEXdD1MQnqCPPJHHWOhNSXAQcPiqe4lJgnVX3vkLFDUaktRXI0twtTzbW8RFodfpfss03_xu82b6DKWS-Ja7vYfYt7YOj6CN47fs\" class=\"card-img card-img-top\" alt=\"recipe image\"><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"position-absolute text-white banner-blue\">\n<div class=\"w-100\">\n<div class=\"ellipsis\">SILKA CLARK<\/div>\n<div class=\"small ellipsis\">DENVER, CO<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/GrunMwdo2xM3iIfhg4EKx6OD7Z8VzJsqLm3PPNC_YjJ7Zu41dBh56asuFOVNUn99OVVRQvrl44HxKjvjs6jnPz4HdC0NZHV0X3H09GyLfT62YoetG9T46A=s78-p\" class=\"position-absolute shadow shadow-lg border border-white rounded-circle\" style=\"top:10px; left: 20px; width:80px; height:80px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-body\">\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/dessert\/pie\/easy-beef-empanadas.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Easy Beef Empanadas<\/a><\/h2>\n<div>&#8220;I love inventing recipes where I can throw together a few ingredients in a few minutes and end up with something amazing. These are so easy and so good! My husband and teenage son can eat two, so they are very satisfying for big appetites.&#8221; &#8211; Silka<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card card-white shadow my-4 mx-auto\">\n<div class=\"position-relative\">\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/main-course\/chicken\/white-chicken-chili-2.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/mCP84H12p-W3K9lM5g08k3v_CabPoHmpKK2FJpbXMTrhSWzLB0y_k2wVBScW1xi-yfosbn13SYLROjCATWl10yYDrq7nmicw-5NBvT_EIxLNhtEksWxHjw\" class=\"card-img card-img-top\" alt=\"recipe image\"><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"position-absolute text-white banner-blue\">\n<div class=\"w-100\">\n<div class=\"ellipsis\">SHAUNA EVANS<\/div>\n<div class=\"small ellipsis\">PLEASANT GROVE, UT<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/lcI-mwDLncvbLv9k4kxFleN8nWuAVFvd8WrghWl1W_gmmOhpr7t1Sw-0ndqWoAUPyb3b2gT23bsF7i6D7hMl6LMI8swSxiNgpphxvhs=s78-p\" class=\"position-absolute shadow shadow-lg border border-white rounded-circle\" style=\"top:10px; left: 20px; width:80px; height:80px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-body\">\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/main-course\/chicken\/white-chicken-chili-2.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">White Chicken Chili<\/a><\/h2>\n<div>&#8220;I love savory soups, stews, and chili &#8211; especially when the weather turns cold. This is a savory chili packed with flavor and a little kick. This is the perfect comfort food and game day recipe. A one bowl dish that satisfies hungry football fans.&#8221; &#8211; Shauna<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card card-white shadow my-4 mx-auto\">\n<div class=\"position-relative\">\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/main-course\/other-main-course\/chicago-style-deep-dish-pizza.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/laCzJp0QfvDuIHN6tScMLInOhkY-dfISV-yFzp5hH5psT3CnEMaob5sK1_pow-ZJmIlijxFAvcD9MieCUz1OocphnmVN4gN7XDg-Rn8R8DNemXsmiAOr\" class=\"card-img card-img-top\" alt=\"recipe image\"><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"position-absolute text-white banner-blue\">\n<div class=\"w-100\">\n<div class=\"ellipsis\">LOLITA SLAFTER<\/div>\n<div class=\"small ellipsis\">RACINE, WI<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/V_Rc71Hkoc2nwK4BW_Tf9PzRuP4VhT7rlyqy3FJfrxs9U2Y8i706bixmixw4c-xuzwXstBuj1CwygU_9Kknn-L4pHPUFhMP_SIYY5bE=s78-p\" class=\"position-absolute shadow shadow-lg border border-white rounded-circle\" style=\"top:10px; left: 20px; width:80px; height:80px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-body\">\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/main-course\/other-main-course\/chicago-style-deep-dish-pizza.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Chicago-Style Deep-Dish Pizza<\/a><\/h2>\n<div>&#8220;This is delicious pizza, and my family loves it! I usually divide the dough in half to make two 12&#8243; crust pizzas. Experiment and have fun.&#8221; &#8211; Lolita<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card card-white shadow my-4 mx-auto\">\n<div class=\"position-relative\">\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/bakedbroiledandbasted.com\/french-dressing-chicken\/?utm_source=featured-blogger&#038;utm_medium=curatorcrowd&#038;utm_campaign=curatorcrowd&#038;utm_content=justapinch.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/33w6jrr9cfHci476xigDUrSJ85KF7FJtllhlq4WXXVglHvwB08pYOjw3P3Po5kzGdK2kTWVxGnmpJZedTMDiWjYlSGZiXADHXXe9OaNUSOZmyW_UCyo-Uw\" class=\"card-img card-img-top\" alt=\"recipe image\"><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"position-absolute text-white banner-blue\">\n<div class=\"w-100\">\n<div class=\"ellipsis\">FEATURED BLOGGER <\/div>\n<div class=\"small ellipsis\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/ADrOTxRjcmqfedLJqk3fj42ltYdwTFC9pwYdoZHFGJO4vvqly7uOP0z_XTaoFcdXMvEP3vZWObo6DckQ7HcXwufkkh5kARCup3wmGbo=s78-p\" class=\"position-absolute shadow shadow-lg border border-white rounded-circle\" style=\"top:10px; left: 20px; width:80px; height:80px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-body\">\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/bakedbroiledandbasted.com\/french-dressing-chicken\/?utm_source=featured-blogger&#038;utm_medium=curatorcrowd&#038;utm_campaign=curatorcrowd&#038;utm_content=justapinch.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">French Dressing Chicken<\/a><\/h2>\n<div>&#8220;This nostalgic French Dressing Chicken is sweet and tangy. The skin gets sticky, and it holds in tender, juicy chicken. Everyone will love this.&#8221; &#8211; Debbie<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card card-white shadow my-4 mx-auto\">\n<div class=\"position-relative\">\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/main-course\/beef\/black-bean-pie.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/HZb-pLHcAK1FW_nN3kS7uONwjEkKIdEeA6N7-DnIJ2t9uHZRaJ3iUQAQdDLxGnYjGDi58ezxj1bhdNRWMm8QIMauCPZ01zdrQv5fVexObVHgTJJrPAhblw\" class=\"card-img card-img-top\" alt=\"recipe image\"><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"position-absolute text-white banner-blue\">\n<div class=\"w-100\">\n<div class=\"ellipsis\">LARK DUNTON<\/div>\n<div class=\"small ellipsis\">ROANOKE, VA<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/fB3JaEeMMqqv_nQ7ajySxAEWQYlSdjW0_vVKWkLrJFCOVsSGaucPaP-KN1inpFE0MtX72h3Pwj6MPFYau6AHDE0kPDzI06X8Ja6RiA=s78-p\" class=\"position-absolute shadow shadow-lg border border-white rounded-circle\" style=\"top:10px; left: 20px; width:80px; height:80px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-body\">\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/main-course\/beef\/black-bean-pie.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Black Bean Pie<\/a><\/h2>\n<div>&#8220;Eat &#8217;em up, yum! Family and guests all loved this; no leftovers! I served it with guacamole salad and agua de Jamaica.&#8221; &#8211; Lark<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card card-white shadow my-4 mx-auto\">\n<div class=\"position-relative\">\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/main-course\/chicken\/instant-pot-chicken-and-mexican-rice.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/sz3KHASxSMME06qsxosfc3D-Ry3918c-_2VEkf-8uYy3zObmrH54WG7P87-VKW-PPTlvSZZ9LF2QNCFmLixziC6wQcP14MbcObWHh56FiQIxTpcCm1qA\" class=\"card-img card-img-top\" alt=\"recipe image\"><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"position-absolute text-white banner-blue\">\n<div class=\"w-100\">\n<div class=\"ellipsis\">LISA N<\/div>\n<div class=\"small ellipsis\">COASTAL, SC<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/W6qs8QJ9W7qqBBlQUcrYhs2XyN8xfD3qDZYR-s472N_9MVkCiD5JQLPQiiA7ZAlg2eM87H31gIv5xtkCN2AmI878ed9Jo2rayav4KPiPcr05AJSArPQ=s78-p\" class=\"position-absolute shadow shadow-lg border border-white rounded-circle\" style=\"top:10px; left: 20px; width:80px; height:80px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-body\">\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/main-course\/chicken\/instant-pot-chicken-and-mexican-rice.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Instant Pot Chicken and Mexican Rice<\/a><\/h2>\n<div>&#8220;Here&#8217;s a fast, easy, cheap, healthy, and delicious meal for your Instant Pot or other electric pressure cooker. It&#8217;s also kid-friendly!&#8221; &#8211; Lisa<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card card-white shadow my-4 mx-auto\">\n<div class=\"position-relative\">\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/main-course\/chicken\/creamy-chicken-rigatoni.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/p7APCQI_jY5CMcxHtjRBDl6bKcTfaccha8DkrEptgPkMgv48mN8lZa0x1aSUKuuUWIz4Xn1tMQ9c5nfFsJbWuwn5ASUXD0TQM17iwsbmZ98hq4kmh5o\" class=\"card-img card-img-top\" alt=\"recipe image\"><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"position-absolute text-white banner-blue\">\n<div class=\"w-100\">\n<div class=\"ellipsis\">CATHERINE HAURY<\/div>\n<div class=\"small ellipsis\">DENISON, TX<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/6rwSP3-0LRt890AuiWp1hSKbZQfZanQDBEHUmPU66lu-i3AuZRhzhL-4Fhnrk9s3oAkYUjxRDiuASsht2PmW1GRLAx4H-LwDBRgYhp3ZVRIyMjhx6e3png=s78-p\" class=\"position-absolute shadow shadow-lg border border-white rounded-circle\" style=\"top:10px; left: 20px; width:80px; height:80px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-body\">\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/main-course\/chicken\/creamy-chicken-rigatoni.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Creamy Chicken Rigatoni<\/a><\/h2>\n<div>&#8220;A meal enjoyed so much by my family that we can hardly put our forks down!&#8221; &#8211; Catherine<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card card-white shadow my-4 mx-auto\">\n<div class=\"position-relative\">\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/main-course\/beef\/stromboli.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/CWrdmImH_2zA8UKvOlxWuQ5PsIULLsWgS2ZlreqQjtvtEof8lWYrCYVfooVbbTWxcQ_ais3zhuTRs5kqcllys7a09emY-OWrJN1wQ7WK9_vskl9Gi599\" class=\"card-img card-img-top\" alt=\"recipe image\"><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"position-absolute text-white banner-blue\">\n<div class=\"w-100\">\n<div class=\"ellipsis\">LYNN ZAK<\/div>\n<div class=\"small ellipsis\">PITTSBURGH, PA<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/3lpvGcGLsa1oTWWQtyI25LA8mDKXuFelufWX9t3yw4HeFPiKzEdqWEeVeQN4vQgNqBaFxtBEgWpONb50EJFnWG6G4uBDK6joB2b6iHM=s78-p\" class=\"position-absolute shadow shadow-lg border border-white rounded-circle\" style=\"top:10px; left: 20px; width:80px; height:80px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-body\">\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/main-course\/beef\/stromboli.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Stromboli<\/a><\/h2>\n<div>&#8220;A dear friend of mine made this for my family after I had had serious surgery. It has become a family favorite ever since. An easy and impressive meal.&#8221; &#8211; Lynn<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card card-white shadow my-4 mx-auto\">\n<div class=\"position-relative\">\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/main-course\/main-course-beef\/encharitos.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/BFsqhkrg2Q6hRus5HpHgUpoipGCtuO-g6vCZs4LIRj4C7ZGRdityuoZeLCq18nONF4iLyk_zgjv7D_PAtSbgQqM7IOmQlnG5GjDNmJQ1UsRMNVyRtpw\" class=\"card-img card-img-top\" alt=\"recipe image\"><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"position-absolute text-white banner-blue\">\n<div class=\"w-100\">\n<div class=\"ellipsis\">SHARON WHITLEY<\/div>\n<div class=\"small ellipsis\">HOUSTON, TX<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/uZNKmzmtkZcKo5R3wSZpGFbSyx5k3R82k9bpE5WFAJbTXihhHC05H1KxKM7gC49DpZMKFcD-_Cprnlo4iwWQ0l9rkKoN2X9h-Be989E=s78-p\" class=\"position-absolute shadow shadow-lg border border-white rounded-circle\" style=\"top:10px; left: 20px; width:80px; height:80px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-body\">\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/main-course\/main-course-beef\/encharitos.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Encharitos<\/a><\/h2>\n<div>&#8220;This Encharitos dish is so easy and good. I serve with Spanish rice and guacamole.&#8221; &#8211; Sharon<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card card-white shadow my-4 mx-auto\">\n<div class=\"position-relative\">\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/main-course\/mexican\/chimichangas.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/24H17o65Fz9XKcpHWA5lb8d8HARCTfcpHMz6P2AZ2ffxHUDFDmH-xRjsZMv2cRHCnyJmrtF8vHE9P72IV1PKGhK_ELkEtHxYJRbpMBYYKkyB4WPlQzfg\" class=\"card-img card-img-top\" alt=\"recipe image\"><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"position-absolute text-white banner-blue\">\n<div class=\"w-100\">\n<div class=\"ellipsis\">DEBRA RUSSELL<\/div>\n<div class=\"small ellipsis\">HILLSBORO, AL<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/opArjTcQusYbXv0vHcJv7LnZAlOM6vqJ9He1T24BO2FzVpGB-AuGDnRvnAaQgTY5AEY2xTWBjIS2i6iQmm3Sv4eUa_l7fcTRK-AlLAnXemTJowz737_F=s78-p\" class=\"position-absolute shadow shadow-lg border border-white rounded-circle\" style=\"top:10px; left: 20px; width:80px; height:80px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-body\">\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/main-course\/mexican\/chimichangas.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Chimichangas<\/a><\/h2>\n<div>&#8220;These chimichangas are so good. They&#8217;re like eating deep-fried tacos.&#8221; &#8211; Debra<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card card-white shadow my-4 mx-auto\">\n<div class=\"position-relative\">\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/main-course\/main-course-pasta\/meatball-past-bake.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/tpuKFKIVCqcgf1gSrMutlVw2yuNRcgGjUWTiC_SN2ml9AGuedQMWtWR0wW2CyPYslL3Fq89EwgD7nQf7kyF-fup4HoA3_GEOF4HhSpx77jFjabfUDwLY\" class=\"card-img card-img-top\" alt=\"recipe image\"><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"position-absolute text-white banner-blue\">\n<div class=\"w-100\">\n<div class=\"ellipsis\">KAYLA &#038; RILEIGH V<\/div>\n<div class=\"small ellipsis\">DALLAS, GA<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/QaP3pGtEotRex97fGjT0iyNTQz18SaOIYFBuKXExadap6mAhTLquFsJvQ9KwlyTNcDnxZBYr3ZdH7wAese0HtbAoPQ5Msovg01aWBF8=s78-p\" class=\"position-absolute shadow shadow-lg border border-white rounded-circle\" style=\"top:10px; left: 20px; width:80px; height:80px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-body\">\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/main-course\/main-course-pasta\/meatball-past-bake.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Meatball and Pasta Bake<\/a><\/h2>\n<div>&#8220;My daughter loves to help make this, as well as devour it!&#8221; &#8211; Kayla &#038; Rileigh<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card card-white shadow my-4 mx-auto\">\n<div class=\"position-relative\">\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/soup\/bean-soup\/pasta-e-fagioli-zuccaro-family.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/KCWlhru5OABo99CiyGZ1sTe9ElfNmF9cKq41QvQiYqOuCUGnT2hx-zzjHxBQxC9cGs1gME5Ypq0IYvCRnlNkkEzMSJ3YwDTMa1lVgmQXWpuIuiNuDuAQ\" class=\"card-img card-img-top\" alt=\"recipe image\"><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"position-absolute text-white banner-blue\">\n<div class=\"w-100\">\n<div class=\"ellipsis\">LESLIE MACARTHUR<\/div>\n<div class=\"small ellipsis\">ROCKLEDGE, FL<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/4j02w8saACok3DiyVNEAow8uVaxH03BGbFxYZ0EubwOeI5Vo9QqO_osVxxwwYa3ObGc-hI8_bm-hx_xLmdpemd6Nv629QcPGz-B8HQ=s78-p\" class=\"position-absolute shadow shadow-lg border border-white rounded-circle\" style=\"top:10px; left: 20px; width:80px; height:80px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-body\">\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/soup\/bean-soup\/pasta-e-fagioli-zuccaro-family.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Pasta E Fagioli Zuccaro Family<\/a><\/h2>\n<div>&#8220;This is my family&#8217;s quick and personal take on a great soup. I used small shells the first time, and the beans disappeared in the shells. I added another can, thinking they had cooked out&#8230; turned into a very musical soup, LOL.&#8221; &#8211; Leslie<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card card-white shadow my-4 mx-auto\">\n<div class=\"position-relative\">\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/www.closetcooking.com\/creamy-balsamic-skillet-chicken\/?utm_source=featured-blogger&#038;utm_medium=curatorcrowd&#038;utm_campaign=curatorcrowd&#038;utm_content=justapinch.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/GXpsyOfhIEtj9MZyWWsMxFnliVEaKvl2ui2MJzg1GIcROmE_uTRfaZ7LvrfW7K6kzWNfUnGClCxw-8bIS-OzQBD55zjtBvoFJzjXAYBjVN-PQcRK7byuCQ\" class=\"card-img card-img-top\" alt=\"recipe image\"><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"position-absolute text-white banner-blue\">\n<div class=\"w-100\">\n<div class=\"ellipsis\">FEATURED BLOGGER <\/div>\n<div class=\"small ellipsis\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/hbo479oDLVnmFba5fwAY1gZ6fI59-4PbppqlMwvPK1yDr-qErba6z0rLfC_YCkka4Ox4-bhI9z0D-lRptXh7qJnxG4Fq4jMQg8biD2s=s78-p\" class=\"position-absolute shadow shadow-lg border border-white rounded-circle\" style=\"top:10px; left: 20px; width:80px; height:80px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-body\">\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.closetcooking.com\/creamy-balsamic-skillet-chicken\/?utm_source=featured-blogger&#038;utm_medium=curatorcrowd&#038;utm_campaign=curatorcrowd&#038;utm_content=justapinch.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Creamy Balsamic Skillet Chicken<\/a><\/h2>\n<div>&#8220;Chicken in a creamy mushroom sauce with Parmesan and balsamic vinegar!&#8221; &#8211; Kevin<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When looking for a warm and filling dinner when the cold settles in, turn to these family-friendly winter dinners. 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