Wine is right up there in my top three beverages of choice. If my day was rough, I sometimes reach for the wine instead of the water. There are some recipes out there that just come out way better with a little wine added. Occasionally I’ll open a bottle of wine that I’m not really in love with. That’s when these recipes come in handy. Cooking with wine is the perfect way to kill a leftover bottle that you’re not obsessed with drinking.
To be sure you get your proper intake of grapes (wink, wink), here are fifteen recipes that include wine and are easy to make: cakes, smoothies, chicken, and fruit. Check them out in the slideshow.
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Wine Down: 15 Dinner Recipes That Include Wine
Paprika Chicken & Spinach with White Wine Thyme Sauce
I don't think this could sound more delicious. Those photos aren't helping me fight it! Get the recipe here .
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Roasted Strawberry Red Wine Popsicles
It doesn't have to be hot outside to make these. Get the recipe here .
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Merlot Hot Fudge Sauce
You want this on your cake, ice cream, and toast. You want it on everything. Get the recipe here .
photo: Eat, Live, Run
Moscato Blackberry Ice Cream
Let's just skip right to dessert, mmmkay? This one is a perfect treat for the ice cream lover. Get the recipe here .
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Wine Smoothie
I don't really need to say any more than "IT'S A SMOOTHIE." Get the recipe here .
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Mediterranean Tortellini Salad with Red Wine Vinaigrette
For those that want a salad that is wine-filled and delicious, you can get the recipe here .
photo: Eats Well with Others
Red Wine Hot Chocolate
Is it winter yet? This hot chocolate is worth hanging out in a freezer for. Get the recipe here .
photo: Yeah... Imma Eat That
Slow Cooked Lamb Shanks in Red Wine Sauce
You had me at lamb shank. This looks ultra fancy and would surprise every dinner guest. Get the recipe here .
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Italian Red Wine Roast Beef
It's my belief that everyone should have a good roast recipe in their back pocket. This one sounds like a winner. Get the recipe here .
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Cabernet Cranberry & Blueberry Sauce
Give me a jar of this and we'll be friends forever. Get the recipe here .
photo: Averie Cooks
Baked Brie with Wine-Soaked Blackberries
Is it an appetizer? A dessert? It's totally both. Get the recipe here .
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Meatballs with Mushroom Sauce
Meatballs are like the ultimate comfort food. And this recipe brings a lil fancy to them. Get the recipe here .
photo: Jo Cooks
Chocolate Red Wine Chiffon Cake
Chocolate cake and wine: Is there anything else that matters? Get the recipe here .
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Skillet Lemon Chicken with White Wine
Lemons belong in dinner dishes, and when paired with white wine, the flavors are mind-blowing. Get the recipe here .
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Triple Berry Wine Slush
This sounds refreshing in more ways than one. It makes a perfect evening snack when the kids are in bed. Get the recipe here .
photo: The Cookie Rookie