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December is one of my favorite months to slow down, get cozy, and cook the kind of dinners that just feel like home. I love having a mix of delicious meals that aren’t tied to the holidays, and I think you’ll appreciate having a few go-to options, too. Whether you are craving something comforting after a long day or just want to switch things up, these recipes are perfect for enjoying all month long. I can’t wait for you to try a few and find some new December favorites!
Slow Cooker Taco Soup
Warm up with a cozy bowl of slow cooker taco soup this December. This heart soup takes everything you love about a taco and turns it into a rich and filling bowl of soup. Top it with sour cream, guac, or a few drops of hot sauce to spice things up.
Get the recipe: Slow Cooker Taco Soup
Spaghetti Pie Recipe
Comfort food and cold weather go hand in hand, and this spaghetti pie is nothing short of comfort. The baked pasta dish is excellent to add to your December weeknight meal rotation, as it is simple to make and a dish the whole family can agree on.
Get the recipe: Spaghetti Pie
Butternut Squash Soup
A good bowl of soup in December always hits the spot — especially when it is butternut squash soup. With butternut squash in season, the flavors of this soup are spot on. Serve the soup on its own, or pair it with your favorite fall salad or sandwich for the perfect meal.
Get the recipe: Butternut Squash Soup
Crock Pot Chili Recipe
This crock pot chili is one of those recipes worth waiting for. While cooking takes around 4-6 hours, preparing couldn’t be easier. Everything goes in the crock pot, and the nifty kitchen device does the rest of the work.
Get the recipe: Crock Pot Chili
Pan-Fried Salmon Bites
Eating healthy in December can be a bit challenging with all the holiday treats around. That’s why I like to make these pan-fried salmon bites for a light and healthy meal that breaks up all the sweets. The mini salmon bites are ready in just 15 minutes and perfect to eat on their own or put in a bowl of rice full of your favorite veggies.
Get the recipe: Pan-Fried Salmon Bites
Brussels Sprouts Salad
This Brussels sprouts salad takes the best of December’s produce and combines it all in one bowl. Brussels sprouts, apples, and butternut squash mix with pumpkin seeds and pomegranates to make the perfect seasonal bite. Go ahead and double the recipe so that you can snack on the leftovers all week long.
Get the recipe: Brussels Sprouts Salad
Cauliflower Casserole
Show off cauliflower at its seasonal peak with this cauliflower casserole. The cheesy cauliflower casserole is perfect for a weeknight dinner and can even be made ahead of time to accommodate for the busy winter schedules.
Get the recipe: Cauliflower Casserole
Italian Wedding Soup
This Italian wedding soup will hit the spot on a cold December night. Do yourself a favor and double this recipe and put half of it in the freezer. That way, you’ll be able to have a cozy bowl of soup whenever you feel like it.
Get the recipe: Italian Wedding Soup
Chocolate Pudding Cake
Give yourself a break from all the Christmas cookies this December with this chocolate pudding cake. The rich and gooey cake is a chocolate lover’s dream come true. It’s fudgy, moist, and super decadent.
Get the recipe: Chocolate Pudding Cake
Chocolate Chip Skillet Cookie Recipe
There is nothing wrong with a classic chocolate chip cookie, especially when it comes in skillet form. The traditional dessert gets elevated by cooking it in a skillet to create a mouthwatering texture with crisp edges and a chewy center. Top it with your favorite flavor of ice cream to take the dessert up a notch.
Get the recipe: Chocolate Chip Skillet Cookie Recipe
Roast Pork Tenderloin
This roasted pork tenderloin is tender, juicy, and full of flavor thanks to the addition of smashed garlic and fresh herbs. Perfect for a special occasion or a delicious weekday meal!
Go to the recipe: Roast Pork Tenderloin
Million Dollar Chicken Casserole
This million dollar chicken casserole is supremely creamy, cheesy, and oh-so-easy! Juicy chicken is baked with an irresistible cream sauce, then finished with buttery Ritz crackers for a crispy topping.
Go to the recipe: Million Dollar Chicken Casserole
