5 Recipes To Make In January

With the start of the new year comes the desire for fresh beginnings and good habits. One way to kick off your New Year’s Goals is by trying out new, delicious recipes. January is the perfect time to embrace seasonal ingredients and warm, comforting dishes. Here are five recipes to add to your meal rotation this month and beyond!

Use Seasonal Ingredients!

January is a great time to embrace seasonal ingredients in your cooking. From root vegetables to greens and citrus, there are plenty of delicious options to choose from. Here are a few ingredients that are in season this month

Root vegetables:

Carrots, parsnips, turnips, and beets are all in season and make for great additions to soups, stews, and roasted vegetable dishes.

Greens:

Kale, chard, and collard greens are at their best in the winter months and can be used in salads, sautéed as a side dish, or added to soups and stews.

Citrus:

Oranges, grapefruits, and tangerines are at their peak in January and add a burst of flavor to salads, desserts, and drinks.

Squash:

Winter squash, such as butternut, acorn, and spaghetti, are also in season and can be roasted, pureed into soups, or mashed as a side dish.

Apples:

Crisp, juicy apples are at their best in the winter and can be used in a variety of dishes, from pies and crisps to savory pork and chicken dishes.

Start The Year Off Right With These Recipes!

Breakfast | Zucchini Bread And Muffins

Make good use of all the beautiful, fresh summer veggies available, starting with this recipe! Zucchini Bread is a super budget-friendly dish that can be served as a grab-and-go breakfast, brunch, snack, or even at a potluck.

Zucchini bread and muffins baked for a breakfast treat or an afternoon snack.

Lunch | Easy BBQ Chicken (Oven-Baked Or Grilled)

Tender, juicy, and slathered in BBQ sauce, this easy chicken recipe can be made in the oven or on the grill! Easy BBQ Chicken is always a crowd-pleaser whether you are serving it at a family gathering, for game day, or anytime you want all the flavors of a backyard cookout.

Tender, juicy slices of BBq Chicken served with coleslaw for a backyard party any time of the year!

Appetizer | Classic Cowboy Caviar

This classic recipe for Cowboy Caviar is full of fresh ingredients and vibrant flavors! It only takes 5 minutes to prepare, so you can have a fun appetizer ready in no time. Whether you’re looking for a new topping to liven up Taco Tuesdays or an easy-to-make snack for casual entertaining, this is the recipe for you!

Cowboy Caviar served with a wooden spoon with chips.

Side Dish | Perfectly Roasted Asparagus

Tender Roasted Asparagus with the perfect amount of crunch delivers restaurant-quality food from the comfort of your home. This unassuming yet delicious side dish makes any meal special and is perfect for a holiday celebration or on a buffet when entertaining.

Beautiful, perfectly roasted asparagus seasoned with salt, and pepper then topped with Parmesan cheees makes the perfect side dish any time of the year.

Dessert | Monster Cookies Recipe

Beautifully crisp on the outside, chewy on the inside, and served in 40 minutes, you’d never believe how easy these Monster Cookies are to make! With a scoop of peanut butter, a handful of M&Ms, and a few other simple pantry ingredients, you can enjoy these delicious sweet treats for parties, or whenever you want to celebrate life’s special moments!