If you're one of the millions who embark on a dry January, you'll be all too familiar with the dilemma that plagues us: what to do with an almost-empty bottle of wine. The solution? Turn it into a culinary masterpiece.
It may seem counterintuitive to waste half a bottle when only a glass or two is needed, but this isn't just about drinking - using up every last drop can be more enjoyable and satisfying than chugging along to the end. Take your remaining wine and transform it into an ultimate comfort food dish. You could try making braised short ribs with James Ramsden, as this style of cooking guarantees a delicious meal even on the coldest of winter days.
Alternatively, you might opt for Tom Hunt's hearty meat stew, perfect for warming up during those chilly months. There are also plenty of excellent vegetarian recipes that incorporate wine and can be used in place of meat - try Rachel Roddy's spaghetti with red wine and onions or Meera Sodha's risotto, both guaranteed to warm your belly as well as your home.
For pudding lovers, Nigel Slater has an amazing recipe for spiced pears in red wine and chocolate that serves up a spectacular winter treat. You can even use the leftover bottle of red wine to make these delicious cherries that are perfect for sweetening up any time of year.
It seems that wine isn't just for drinking anymore; it's also a great addition to our kitchen pantries.
It may seem counterintuitive to waste half a bottle when only a glass or two is needed, but this isn't just about drinking - using up every last drop can be more enjoyable and satisfying than chugging along to the end. Take your remaining wine and transform it into an ultimate comfort food dish. You could try making braised short ribs with James Ramsden, as this style of cooking guarantees a delicious meal even on the coldest of winter days.
Alternatively, you might opt for Tom Hunt's hearty meat stew, perfect for warming up during those chilly months. There are also plenty of excellent vegetarian recipes that incorporate wine and can be used in place of meat - try Rachel Roddy's spaghetti with red wine and onions or Meera Sodha's risotto, both guaranteed to warm your belly as well as your home.
For pudding lovers, Nigel Slater has an amazing recipe for spiced pears in red wine and chocolate that serves up a spectacular winter treat. You can even use the leftover bottle of red wine to make these delicious cherries that are perfect for sweetening up any time of year.
It seems that wine isn't just for drinking anymore; it's also a great addition to our kitchen pantries.
I'm all about using up everything in the pantry, even if it means getting creative with that almost-empty bottle of wine 
. Turning it into a comfort food masterpiece is literally my jam right now! Who needs just one drink when you can make an entire dish out of it? 
The braised short ribs recipe sounds so good, I'm def adding that to my to-make list ASAP 
? Want some credible sources on this before I start swigging away with my newfound 'wine-to-food' expertise 
! I totally get why people would wanna use up the whole bottle instead of just chugging it away 
. And, oh man, those comfort food recipes sound sooo good! Spiced pears with red wine and chocolate? Yes please 
. I've tried Rachel's spaghetti recipe and it's soooo good! The thing is, who needs wine just for drinking when you can have it as a flavor enhancer? It's all about creativity and reducing waste, right? 
Nigel Slater's spiced pears in red wine and chocolate sounds like the perfect dessert to cozy up with on a cold winter night... and using it to make cherries for any time of year is genius! 
! Turning an almost-empty bottle of wine into a tasty dish is like the ultimate hack 
. And honestly, there's something so satisfying about using up every last drop and not having to worry about getting rid of that extra bottle 
. Give me cozy winter nights and creative cooking any day 
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Who's to say the "culinary masterpiece" part isn't just an excuse to drink the whole bottle? 
Anyway, I'd love to see some scientific studies on how cooking with wine affects the brain's reward centers. Is it really about the enjoyment of a meal or is it about getting our fix of booze through food? 