For winter, foods that are warm, hearty, and nourishing are especially popular. Here are some warm and delicious main dish ideas for a winter dinner party.

10 Main Dish Ideas for a Winter Dinner Party

1. Beef Bourguignon

• A hearty French stew with tender beef, red wine, mushrooms, and onions

2. Roast Chicken with Root Vegetables

• Roasted chicken served with carrots, parsnips, and potatoes

3. Lamb Shanks Braised in Red Wine

• Slow-cooked lamb shanks with aromatic herbs and vegetables

4. Vegetarian Wellington

• Puff pastry filled with roasted vegetables and mushroom duxelles

5. Mushroom Risotto

• Creamy risotto with seasonal mushrooms and Parmesan cheese

6. Coq au Vin

• Classic French chicken cooked in red wine with mushrooms and onions

7. Baked Salmon with Lemon and Herbs

• Oven-baked salmon fillets with fresh herbs and citrus

8. Hearty Vegetarian Chili

• Rich chili with beans, vegetables, and spices, topped with cheese or sour cream

9. Roast Beef with Horseradish Cream

• Juicy roast beef served with a tangy horseradish sauce

10. Stuffed Butternut Squash

• Roasted butternut squash filled with grains, nuts, and dried fruits for a vegetarian option

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