Winter is the time for warm, hearty, home cooked meals, so we’ve brought to you some of our favourite appliances and equipment for maximum comfort food with minimum bother.

Whip up a delicious casserole and serve it up in these stunning Cherry Red 2 Piece Premium Flower Cookware Set, £90 from Denby. It doesn’t matter whether it’s a meal with the entire family, or just you and a good book. Either way, you’ll have a warm and fuzzy feeling in no time!

Nothing gives us a better feeling in winter than sitting down to a nice homemade soup. If you’re the same but like to live an easy life, use this 24cm Preference Pro Stewpot with a glass lid and small steam vent. Gone are the days with you rushing from upstairs down to the kitchen to check that nothing has boiled over! The aluminium material will guarantee that you get an evenly cooked brew. Buy yours from Home & Cook for £51.00.

The smell of apple and cinnamon is one which almost anyone will associate with winter. Mix them together to create the tastiest apple pie you can and cook it in this Le Creuset Stoneware 28cm Oval Pie Dish, £34.00 from House of Fraser. If you’re feeling adventurous, add in other delicious fruits or vegetables such as oranges or rhubarb for the ultimate winter delight.

If you’re still looking for a way to make a perfect homemade loaf of bread with minimum fuss, look no further. This Panasonic Stainless Steel Bread Maker is everything you could want. Not only does it give flawless results time after time, you can even make jam. What’s better than homemade bread covered in homemade jam? Nothing! This bread maker is available at Lakeland for £134.99.

Not everyone enjoys slaving away over a hob. If this is you, try a slow cooker. Just throw everything in, set the time, and you’re done! This Crock-Pot Digital Slow Cooker has everything from a countdown programmable timer to a keep warm function: even if you’re later than usual to the table, you’ll still have a steaming plate without any additional effort. Available from John Lewis for £49.95.