Easy & Cosy Winter Meal Recipe Ideas For Families
Cosy up with our easy cosy winter meal recipe ideas for families. Hearty and filling, these Mexican-inspired dishes are the perfect winter warmers and comfort foods that you'll want to make again and again!
Cosy Mexican-Inspired Winter Meal Ideas for Families
As winter settles in and the days grow shorter, there's nothing quite like gathering around the dinner table with loved ones for a cosy feel-good meal. This season, why not take inspiration from the rich flavours of Mexican cuisine? Our Mexican-inspired cosy winter meal ideas for families are guaranteed to become seasonal favourites!
Spicy Chicken & Courgette Fajitas – A Zesty Warmth For Lunch
Fajitas are quick and easy to create making them an excellent choice for a relaxed family lunch. Our Spicy Chicken & Courgette Fajitas bring delicious Mexican inspired flavours to your table with tender chicken, crisp courgettes, and bell peppers all tucked into soft, warm tortillas. This dish is made effortless with Old El Paso's Roasted Tomato & Pepper Fajita Dinner Kit, ensuring that bold flavours and easy preparation go hand in hand.
Simply cook the chicken until it's juicy and golden, toss it together with the vegetables and spices, and let everyone around the table enjoy the fun of filling their own fajitas!
Cosy Lentil & Vegetable Soup – A Hug In A Bowl
When temperatures drop, there's nothing better than a steaming bowl of soup! Our Lentil & Vegetable Soup is the ideal winter warmer, packed with wholesome ingredients such as lentils, courgettes, sweetcorn, and a Mexican inspired twist thanks to warming spices. Cooked in just one pot, this delicious soup is perfect for feeding the family with minimal fuss.
Add some crunch by pairing the soup with Old El Paso’s Original Nachips™ on the side. Whether served as a starter or a wholesome lunch, this dish is sure to become a winter staple.
Beefy Fajita Mac & Cheese – The Ultimate Winter Comfort Dish
For the ultimate comfort dish on a cold day, look no further than our Beefy Fajita Mac & Cheese. Combining the indulgent creaminess of traditional mac and cheese with the smoky spices of Mexican fajitas, this one-pan wonder is certain to please the entire family.
After browning the minced beef with Old El Paso’s Smoky BBQ Fajita Seasoning Mix, the macaroni and cheese mixture is stirred in and topped with gooey mozzarella. Finally, what makes this dish truly special is the irresistible crunchy topping of crumbled Original Tortilla Nachips™. It’s a meal that you’ll want to make again and again!
Enchilada Chili – A Rustic Winter Warmer
For a rustic, hearty family meal that ticks all the boxes, our Enchilada Chili offers warmth and richness perfect for warming up frosty winter evenings. Made with beef mince, sweetcorn, beans, and Old El Paso’s Cooking Sauce for Enchiladas, this one-pot feast is full of flavour and satisfying textures.
Serve it alongside nachos for dipping or pair it with some zesty Mexican rice for an extra-filling dinner. It's a simple go-to option that you can whip up in a breeze.
Discover how to make this Enchilada Chili.
Recipe Name
Enchilada ChiliTotal Time
45 minutesSpice Level
MildServings
Ingredients
Chilli
- 500g beef mince
- 1 onion, chopped
- 400g tin chopped tomatoes with chilli
- 1 jar (344g) Old El Paso™ Cooking Sauce for Enchiladas
- 250g tinned or frozen sweetcorn
- 395g tin mixed beans in chilli sauce
To Serve
- 50g Old El Paso™ Original Nachips™
- 40g mature Cheddar cheese, grated
Preparation
- Heat oil in a large saucepan, cook onion for 5 minutes, then add beef and cook for another 5 minutes. Ensure the beef mince is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 75°C before serving.
- Add tomatoes, enchilada sauce, and sweetcorn, bring to a boil. Simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in beans and cook for 5-8 minutes until heated through.
- Serve with Nachips™ and cheese.
Expert Tips
- Serve with soured cream and guacamole for extra textures and flavour.
- Serve alongside rice for a more substantial meal.
