31 Things You Need To Cook In January

A can of cream of mushroom soup is the shortcut ingredient that makes this recipe both delicious and a cinch to throw together. Get the recipe.

This vegetarian version of a comfort food classic swaps the ground beef out for hearty butternut squash, parsnips, and cannellini beans. Get the recipe.

Using chicken thighs instead of breasts helps prevent them from drying out and saves you a few dollars on your grocery bill (because chicken thighs are usually cheaper than breasts). Get the recipe.

If cutting back on carbs is part of your New Year's resolution, look no further than this garlicky chicken recipe served over fluffy cauliflower rice. Get the recipe.

This recipe highlights the beloved combination of goat cheese and beets in a vibrant salad that's perfect for packing for lunch. Get the recipe.

This recipe upgrades the humble pasta dish by adding garlic, onion, and sweet winter squash. Get the recipe.

Pro tip: Flipping these carrots fries half way through baking will make sure they crisp up on all sides. Get the recipe.

This simple three-ingredient chocolate bark is a great way to use peak-season pomegranates seeds — the perfect tart counterpart to sweet chocolate. Get the recipe.

January is prime time for catching a winter cold (I mean, it's one of the most freezing months), so make yourself some chicken soup and stay warm. Get the recipe.

Because everybody knows that apples and pork chops are a match made in heaven. Get the recipe.

Leeks can be found in the produce section of most grocery stores and are kind of like a giant scallion mixed with an onion. This recipe pairs them with garlic and artichokes to make the most savory tart imaginable. Get the recipe.

This simple vegan pasta is loaded with all kinds of flavorful ingredients like shallots, toasted pine nuts, and bright lemon juice — so you know it's gonna be good. Get the recipe.

Did you know winter is peak citrus season? Well if you didn't, you now have the perfect excuse to make these lemon bars made with just five ingredients. Get the recipe.

This simple pasta is the perfect recipe to make use of the hearty kale available in markets right now. Seasoned with red pepper flakes, lemon zest, and garlic, it's the perfect weeknight pasta. Get the recipe.

The secret to making perfect slow cooker Brussels sprouts? Cream cheese. It coats the sprouts in a velvety sauce that makes them rich and creamy. Get the recipe.

Received an Instant Pot as a holiday gift? Then put it to use by making these simple short ribs topped with a flavorful yet easy to make mint sauce. Get the recipe.

If adding sweet potato to crème brûlée doesn't sound exciting enough, this recipe also spikes it with bourbon to take it to the next level. Get the recipe.

Bolognese sauce is delicious, but it's also a ton of work. This recipe makes the process way easier by cooking it in the slow cooker. Just dump everything in and let your slow cooker do the work. Get the recipe.

This veggie-packed pasta (loaded with eggplant, tomatoes, and peppers) is the perfect weeknight comfort food — especially for pasta lovers. Get the recipe.