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What’s In Season – Recipes to Make in January

January 4, 2020 By Jess Leave a Comment

Happy 2020 friends! I hope you all had a lovely holiday season.

Seasonal recipes to make in January
I took a much needed break over the holidays; I’m feeling refreshed and ready to get back in the kitchen, developing and photographing recipes to share with you!

From recipes to make in January and my favourite cookbooks, let’s get to it!

Seasonal recipes to make in January
I was gifted Half Baked Harvest’s cookbook, Super Simple, for Christmas and I am loving it! There’s so many recipes I want to make but my favourite so far is the Sesame Orange Chicken. In general, Half Baked Harvest is one of my favourite blogs to cook from so if you’re in need of a comforting dish this Winter, these Crockpot Cider Braised Short Ribs with Sage Butter Mashed Potatoes are UNREAL.

January always has me craving cozy dishes. We’ve been really enjoying these Turkey Meatballs in Spicy Tomato Sauce from Ambitious Kitchen and this Risotto from Bon Appetit.

Let’s just say I’m here for the bright fruits & vegetables of the month AND the cozy dishes! Plus I’m always in the mood for brunch recipes like frittata.

Seasonal recipes to make in January
So, here are some recipes to enjoy in January:

Beets – Roasted Harvest Vegetable Bowl

Carrots – Sheet Pan Roasted Carrots

Citrus – Tropical Blood Orange Smoothie

Spinach – Mojito Smoothie

Swiss Chard – Swiss Chard, Goat Cheese & Leek Frittata

Winter Squash – Roasted Butternut Squash & Apple Soup

Seasonal recipes to make in January
And, as I finish up my holiday break I’m stocking up my freezer with some healthier snacks too like my Cinnamon Spiced Granola Bars and Lemon Coconut Power Balls. What are you favourite recipes for weekday snack?? I’d love to know in the comments below!

Until the next cooking adventure,
Jess

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I looooove lemon desserts this time of year so the I looooove lemon desserts this time of year so these LEMON BARS are definitely on my Spring menu!

I used to make these only during the holiday season but they’re honestly amazing anytime you need a bright, beautiful dessert 🍋🍋

Recipe is on the blog friends, linked in my profile above!

https://www.cookinginmygenes.com/lemon-squares/
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Let’s make the cutest EASTER BUNNY CHEESEBOARD! Let’s make the cutest EASTER BUNNY CHEESEBOARD! @imbalancebysarah and I created this adorable sharing board for your Easter celebrations. 

It’s super simple to make AND easy to add ingredients based on your tastes - here’s how to make it:

INGREDIENTS:
2x small wheels of brie
1x Boursin cheese (flavour of choice)
Strawberries
Raspberries
Dried Apricots
Green beans and/or snap peas
Cucumbers
Radishes 
Carrots
Dill or ranch dip
Salami or prosciutto 
Crackers

INSTRUCTIONS:
1. On a large serving or cutting board, use one wheel of brie as the main body piece of the bunny and then place the Boursin cheese above as the ‘head’ part of the bunny body. 
2. Use the second wheel of brie to cut out two bunny ears (oval shaped) and two feet (two small circles). Place the ears above the Boursin and the circle ‘feet’ on the bottom of the other brie.
3. Fill in the remainder of the board with a variety of fresh fruits, vegetables and meats and a dill or ranch dip as a side. Serve and enjoy!
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This LAVENDER FRENCH 75 is a gorgeous sip for the This LAVENDER FRENCH 75 is a gorgeous sip for the Spring season! 

It’s light, bubbly and a beautiful colour from my fav @empress1908gin 🥂🥂

Recipes is on the blog friends, link in bio above! 

https://www.cookinginmygenes.com/lavender-french-75-cocktail-recipe/
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This BLUEBERRY BASIL GREEN SALAD is made for the S This BLUEBERRY BASIL GREEN SALAD is made for the Spring season! So simple and soooooo much flavour - you could even top it with your favourite protein for a delicious dinner!

Here’s the recipe friends!

Serves 4

INGREDIENTS:
8 cups spring greens or greens of your choice
1 cup fresh blueberries
1/2 cup packed fresh basil leaves, chopped or torn
2/3 cup toasted, sliced or chopped almonds
1/2 cup crumbled goat cheese
1 avocado, pit removed and sliced or chopped

HONEY LEMON VINAIGRETTE
juice and zest of one lemon
2 tbsp liquid honey
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
pinch of salt and pepper

INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Toast the sliced or chopped almonds in a small pan of medium-low heat until just golden brown, about 5 minutes. Set aside.
2. Add all of the honey lemon vinaigrette ingredients to a small bowl or mason jar, either whisk the dressing or shake in the mason jar to combine. Set aside.
3. To build the salad add the greens, blueberries, basil and almonds to a bowl. Toss the salad with half of the dressing, taste and add more if desired. Then top with crumbled goat cheese and sliced or chopped avocado.

https://www.cookinginmygenes.com/blueberry-basil-summer-green-salad/
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It doesn’t get better than this DEEP DISH MINI-E It doesn’t get better than this DEEP DISH MINI-EGG COOKIE BOWL. Melty chocolate mini-eggs in a buttery, chewy cookie dough that’s made for one.

You’re going to want to save this recipe for when you’re craving dessert!

Here’s the recipe:

INGREDIENTS:
2 1/2 tbsp unsalted butter
2 1/2 tbsp brown sugar
1 1/2 tbsp white sugar
1x egg yolk
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
6 1/2 tbsp all purpose flour
1/4 tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp salt
3 tbsp chopped chocolate mini-eggs (or chocolate chips)

INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Preheat the oven to 350F. To a small-medium size bowl add melted butter, brown sugar and white sugar. Whisk together to combine.
2. Add egg yolk and vanilla and whisk again to combine.
3. Add in flour, baking soda and salt and stir until a cookie dough forms. Mix in the chopped chocolate mini-eggs and press the dough into a 8-10oz ramekin. 
4. Bake in the oven 18-24 minutes depending on preferred doneness (16-18 minutes range will be a more ‘underdone’ cookie VS 24 minutes will be almost fully baked)
5. Enjoy!
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It takes only 5 ingredients to make this ROASTED S It takes only 5 ingredients to make this ROASTED STRAWBERRY APPETIZER! 

Strawberries are roasted with balsamic and maple syrup and then used to top cracked black pepper Boursin cheese. Add a little basil for garnish and serve with crostini - that’s it. It’s the perfect hit of sweet and savoury for the Spring (then summer) season!

You can also easily double this recipe to make it for more people too. 

Here’s the recipe friends!

Serves: 3-4
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes

INGREDIENTS:
1 1/2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
1 tbsp maple syrup or honey
2 cups fresh strawberries, quartered
1x 150g Boursin Cracked Black Pepper Cheese (remove from fridge 10 minutes before making the dip)
Fresh basil for garnish
Crostini or crackers for serving

INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Preheat the oven to 350F.
2. Add quartered strawberries to a parchment lined baking sheet along with balsamic vinegar and maple syrup. Stir together and then roast for 20-25 minutes until just softened and the strawberry juices start to release. Set aside to cool.
3. When you’re ready to serve the appetizer, spread the Boursin cheese on a low plate or bowl and then top with roasted strawberries and fresh basil.
4. Serve with crackers or crostini. Enjoy!
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These PEANUT CHICKEN BOWLS are a go-to lunch or di These PEANUT CHICKEN BOWLS are a go-to lunch or dinner for me because you can use whatever ingredients you’ve got on hand! 

It’s easy to mix & match your favourite veggies and grains, then just add your protein of choice (I like to use a cooked rotisserie chicken from the market since it makes this recipe so quick!)

Here’s how to make 2 servings - 

INGREDIENTS:

For the Peanut Chicken Bowls:
1-1 1/2 cups cooked chicken (or other protein of choice)
1/2-1 cup cooked grains of choice 
1 carrot, grated 
1/2 cup chopped cucumber 
1/2 bell pepper chopped
1/2-1 cup red cabbage, sliced thin
Mint for garnish

For the Peanut Sauce:
1/2 cup peanut butter
2 1/2 tbsp soy sauce or tamari 
Juice from half a lime
1 1/2 tbsp sriracha or other hot sauce of choice 
1 tsp fresh grated ginger 
1/4-1/3 cup hot water 

INSTRUCTIONS:
1. To make the peanut sauce, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, sriracha, ginger and 1/4 - 1/3 cup hot water and set aside.
2. Divide the peanut chicken bowl ingredients between two bowls, drizzle with peanut sauce and enjoy!

Recipe is also on the blog if you desire - linked in my profile above!

https://www.cookinginmygenes.com/peanut-chicken-power-bowls/
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Let’s make this simple SPRING TORTELLINI SALAD! Let’s make this simple SPRING TORTELLINI SALAD! 

This recipe is perfect for a simple weeknight dinner; easy to meal prep for lunch; or, make it for a brunch. 

INGREDIENTS NEEDED:
*cheese tortellini
*arugula
*fresh or frozen peas
*mixed herbs
*parmesan cheese
*olive oil
*lemon
*garlic
*dried herbs
*salt & pepper

Full recipe & directions can be found on the blog, linked in my profile above friends!

https://www.cookinginmygenes.com/easy-summer-tortellini-pasta-salad/
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