Winter is, without a doubt, one of the comfiest seasons to experience. The thought of hot chocolate and cozying in our warm beds is ethereal. The warm foods that we can stock up and enjoy in our beds beat every other feeling.
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Here is a list of some of the warmest foods that you can stock up in winter. Run through the groceries as early as possible and grab a bunch of winter food and allow yourself to experience the benefits that these foods contain.
- Dried fruits/ Nuts
- Cheese, Please!
- Rice and grains
- Stocks and broths
- Liquids; Coffees, Liquors, Hot Chocolates and Teas
- Crackers, Crispbreads, Rice Cakes (More Healthy Snacks)
- Baking supplies (A large number of Chocolates)
- Different Nut Butters
- Frozen Items (Vegetables, Chicken, Ready-to-Cook Items)
- Canned Food Items (Beans, Vegetables, Fruits, etc)
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- Dried fruits/ Nuts
Dried fruits and nuts are the go-to cozy foods for Winter. The best and quick boost of protein, and a healthy and convenient snack. Dried fruits like raisins, walnuts, almonds, peanuts, cashews, or hazelnuts, etc can be enjoyed alone and can be a great addition to garnishing your drinks or even topping your favorite dishes off. Fresh nuts contain healthy natural oils and are high-energy food.
- Cheese, Please!
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Not a Cheese lover? We feel sad for you.
Best aged cheeses like Parmesan, Cheddar, and Swiss are the ones to crave, especially in the winter season! Cheeses last great and can be enjoyed at any time in the day, with ham, bacon, and salami. Or even alone. Toast your bread and enjoy a cheese toast.
- Rice and Grains
Rice and Grains are the Best Winter foods to stock up on. Foods like quinoa, farro, barley, etc give you a room to try the most amazing recipes that you can easily enjoy in this season.
One can make grains in bulk and enjoy them throughout the week with your soups and salads. Arborio Rice is best for risottos and rice puddings
These foods, if taken correctly, are full of nutrients like protein, dietary fiber, and keep one fuller for longer for the complex carbs it contains. Rice and grains can be stored in airtight containers for up to 6 months.
- Stocks, Soups, and Broths
The best thing is to look up low-sodium versions of stocks, soups, and broths if you are going for ready-to-cook items. Stock and Broth recipes explored at home are enjoyed more. Spice them up with the best ingredients available at home and they can be the healthiest of foods to stock up in Winter. Stocks and Broths can also be stored and enjoyed with rice or grains for the best flavor. Buy chicken cubes to give it a meaty taste.
- Liquids; Coffees, Liquors, Hot Chocolates and Teas
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Winter calls for drinking more, so you must consider stocking up on as many beverages as possible. The start of the day calls for coffees and teas. The cold afternoons can have you sip your hot chocolate and, for parties, you may seek the nearest liquor store to get your hands on some wines or tequilas for a cold night.
Note: Drinks keep you warm in Winter. Although hot beverages are the most preferred drinks in Winter, people also forget to keep themselves hydrated. You can always flavor up your water, but make sure to keep drinking water.
- Crackers, Crispbreads, Rice Cakes (More Healthy Snacks)
Crackers, crispbread, rice cakes, granola bars, and other protein bars are the best snacking essentials to stock up in winter. These snacks are healthy and keep you on low cravings. These winter snacks are portable and can be stocked up to at least six months.
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- Baking Supplies (Do Not Forget Lots of Chocolates)
Winter calls for celebrations after celebrations. Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. Therefore, it always gives us plenty of time to explore the chef in us. Get your hands on that all-purpose and baking powder, stock up some extra chocolates and get baking! Stock up some cookies, pieces of bread, cupcakes, and brownies for you to enjoy late at night with a mug of hot chocolate or coffee.
- Different Nut Butters
If you are not considering stocking up on Nut Butters for snacking this winter, it clearly means you do not enjoy eating. Peanut butter goes Best with an apple, or banana bread and is the healthiest of a winter snake. Toss your hands anytime and go all-in on PB&J for dinner. If you’re not a peanut butter fan, you can stock up pistachio, cashew, and almond butter as well. These kinds of butter go great with jams and jellies.
- Frozen Items (Vegetables, Chicken, Ready-to-Cook Items)
Although frozen items might not be the healthiest of food choices, they are easy to access and are easily stocked up in winter for quick munching.
However, if you are a smoothie lover, frozen fruits can work best for you. FRozen vegetables and meat are the most readily available items and easiest to cook.
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- Canned Food Items (Beans, Vegetables, Fruits, etc)
The best source of protein and fiber, canned beans, like black beans, chickpeas, and kidney beans, keep you fueled up for longer hours.5 Crunchy roasted chickpea recipes give you another reason to stock up on more canned beans. Make a bean salad out of the canned beans that you have stocked, add some vegetables and enjoy them any time of the day. The best time, however, is daytime. Not Canned beans only, but other canned items like canned tuna, salmon, canned meat, canned puréed dips (to enjoy with Doritos and other Yummy snacks), canned corn, and canned fruits like pineapple and cherries are also great to stock up on in Winter.
