Five Comforting Recipes to See You Through Winter

As the chilly winter season sets in, there’s nothing quite like a hearty, homemade meal to lift the spirits. That’s why we’ve gathered five of our favourite winter recipes to see you through to spring! 

Each recipe is warm, comforting and naturally enriched with Canadian maple syrup, providing the touch of indulgence you need to make it through the cold winter months. 

Maple beef casserole with winter root vegetables

Beef casserole is the true embodiment of a winter warmer! A celebration of seasonal produce, our beef casserole recipe is packed with meat and winter vegetables. 

The casserole sees lean braising steak paired with bacon for additional flavour, with onions, carrots and swede making the dish hearty and filling. 

Pure maple syrup is added to the casserole dish while the vegetables are softened, adding a splash of natural sweetness and helping to thicken the sauce. 

Once all the ingredients are mixed together, the dish is covered with beef stock and red wine, before being transferred to the oven to cook for two hours. 

The result – tender meat and vegetables in a rich and comforting sauce – is everything you could ask for from a winter meal.

Maple lamb pie

Perfect for feeding the whole family, this lamb pie is packed full of flavour and great fun to make. 

The combination of red wine and pure maple syrup is used to great effect once again, forming a wonderfully rich sauce for coating the diced lamb and vegetables. 

The filling is slow-cooked for two hours before baking, allowing the flavours to infuse and the sauce to thicken. 

Our lamb pie recipe includes two cooking options – one easy and one more challenging – so there are no excuses not to give it a go! 

Regardless of which recipe you pick, you’ll be rewarded with a wonderful meal and a worthy centrepiece for your winter dinner table.

One-pan maple, butternut pumpkin and pancetta pasta

Looking for a winter dish that you can serve up and enjoy in under an hour? Why not try our richly flavoured pancetta pasta? 

This simple recipe sees fried pancetta, seasoned with garlic, rosemary and chilli flakes, paired with butternut pumpkin and your choice of dried pasta. 

A splash of maple syrup is added to the dish, enhancing the subtle sweetness of the butternut pumpkin. 

Not only does the dish only take around 30 minutes to cook, but it also comes together in a just a single saucepan. 

This allows the pasta to absorb all the delicious flavours from the other ingredients – and also means less washing up!

Maple and chilli chicken noodle soup

In chilly conditions, there are few things more comforting than a steaming bowl of chicken noodle soup! 

This recipe features its own stock, made by simmering a whole chicken in a pot before removing its skin and bones. 

The homemade stock, paired with ginger, lemongrass and maple syrup, adds an immense depth of flavour to the dish. 

Along with the more traditional ingredients, this Asian chicken noodle soup also includes red chilli for an added spicy kick. 

The combination of sweet and spicy forms the perfect balance in a dish that’s sure to soothe your soul.

Vegan maple mac and cheese 

Who said vegans can’t enjoy a rich and creamy mac and cheese? With this vegan mac and cheese, everyone can indulge in the ultimate comfort food! 

Substituting dairy-based ingredients for vegan cheese, dairy-free margarine and your choice of oat or soya milk, this plant-based dish still maintains its signature creaminess. 

Pure maple syrup is used alongside English mustard, lending a richness that enhances the flavour of the macaroni. 

A sprinkling of natural breadcrumbs over the dish before it enters the oven adds colour and crispiness. 

After baking for around 35 minutes, you’ll have a truly indulgent dish that’s perfect for sharing – or not! 

Winter dining, made sweeter

By incorporating the natural sweetness of maple syrup into these comforting recipes, you can add a touch of warmth and indulgence to your winter dining experience.  

And if you’re looking for some more inspiration for your winter cooking, make sure to check out the rest of our recipes with maple syrup!