Cozy game-night dinner menu

Invite over some friends, turn on the game, and serve up a comforting cold-weather meal full of hearty, warming dishes.

Updated October 5, 2015

Creamy spinach and artichoke baked pastaPhoto by Jodi Pudge

Creamy spinach and artichoke baked pasta. (Photo, Jodi Pudge.)

Not quite ready to dig out your parkas and hardy winter-wear? Keep warm tonight with a cozy menu filled with comforting favourites! And if you're hosting a crowd for hockey-night, this menu combines game-time snacks with warming mains for a meal everyone will cheer for.

Hot cider toddy. (Photo, John Cullen.)

Cocktail
Hot cider toddy One of our favourite aprés-skating drinks, this boozy cider will warm guests up as you put the finishing touches on dinner.

Crunchy baked onion rings. (Photo, Roberto Caruso.)

Starter
Crunchy baked onion rings Crunchy, savoury and all-around delicious, snack time just got a little healthier (they're baked, not fried!).

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Creamy spinach and artichoke baked pasta. (Photo, Jody Pudge.)

Main
Spinach and artichoke pasta bake Rich, cheesy and loaded with vegetables. What more can you ask for?

10-minute tiramisu. (Photo, John Cullen).

Dessert
10-minute tiramisu Easily made ahead, this cocoa-topped treat will close out the evening in style.

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