Seasoned Greetings!
Late January and February bring many of us the coldest weather of the year. Warm up with everything from bowls inspired by an artist's palette to menus designed to inspired love and warmth:
Chocolate Mint Bundt Cake
If you love the flavor combination of chocolate and mint, you're far from alone. Get your fill of this fantastic duo in a simple bundt cake that's moist, flavorful, and will wow anyone at your table!
Salmon-Lentil-Shallot Salad
If you think salads have to wait until spring, think again! Embrace the need for hearty ingredients by building an elegant salad with a base of mixed greens, tender lentils, sautéed salmon, and crispy shallots. Round it out with everything from creamy blue cheese to salty olives.
How to Make A Floral Ice Bucket
Get cheers and wows in addition to hugs and kisses this Valentine's Day with a custom floral ice bucket to chill your champagne and warm your beloved's heart. Step by step instructions take you through assembling this simple, yet breath-takingly beautiful holiday touch.
One Pan Mustard-Glazed Salmon & Asparagus
Quick and elegant, this one pan meal is a great Valentine's Day dinner menu idea for you and the special person in your life. Instead of spending all your time and money on restaurants and waiting lines, turn to your own kitchen and get dinner on the table in a half hour!
Warm Barley Salad
Rounding out our at-home Valentine's Day menu, we're visiting a warm barley salad that will stand on its own while complementing the flavors in our earlier salmon and asparagus dish. This salad has it all, including perfectly sautéed mushrooms and shallots!
Caramelized Pears with Vanilla Mousse
Our at-home Valentine's Day menu wouldn't be complete without a decadent dessert! Make one that will wow your beloved without taking a lot of time or energy to assemble. Then dig in and use that time saved to do something fun together!
Firecracker Shrimp Bowls
February brings about some of winter's coldest weather. Heat things up with some spicy Firecracker Shrimp Bowls! Packed with fresh and cooked veggies, tender shrimp, and your choice of hot cooked rice or noodles, they will bring a little fire to your table.
Roasted Pepper-Glazed Chicken Thighs
Thaw out a bit with a gloriously roasted chicken dinner that uses the magic of cast iron to give it the crisp exterior and tender, juicy interior you crave with a flavorful glaze that's both delicious and a beautiful sight in the middle of winter!
Everything Breakfast Bowls
Begin your morning with a little bit of everything and keep yourself fueled for a busy winter day. Bring comfort food to the breakfast table and put it all in one bowl with a clever dish that lets you work in stages as other parts of the meal roast on their own!
Bang Bang Rainbow Shrimp Pasta
If you like spicy, creamy food, then fasten your seat belt for a great recipe that can be on the table in about 20 minutes and will remind you of spring while still giving you the comfort food you crave. Get ready for a seafood pasta dish that has it all!
Chicken Shawarma Salad
As we near the end of February and we begin to look toward spring, give yourself a sneak peek with a gorgeous salad featuring both fresh and roasted vegetables, tender chicken, olives, creamy hummus, and a fantastic dressing.
Golden French Onion Soup
Every winter, I make French onion soup at least once. And while this endeavor takes over an hour, it's worth every moment when I let my spoon land in that bowl of soup perfection. It's the epitome of comfort food and I'm sharing it with you.
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- Regards,
Ronda L. Halpin
Editor-in-Chief, Seasoned Cooking
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