Okay, let’s face it – the holidays are a distant memory; Valentines Day and the Superbowl are over, St. Patrick’s Day is a month out, and Punxsutawney Phil did see his shadow on Groundhog Day, so we’ve got at least another 6 weeks of winter.
Here are 6 comforting recipes (one per week!) to get you through the rest of the winter.
Week 1: FEB 15-17 | Ragù Bolognese
Step aside Marinara Meat Sauce, Ragù Bolognese is without doubt the Queen of Italian sauces. This stick to your ribs pasta will warm your heart and soul any time of year. Step aside Marinara Meat Sauce, Ragù Bolognese is without doubt the Queen of Italian sauces.
Week 2: FEB 22-23 | Khao Soi Curry
This version of curry hails from Northern Thailand and is all at once warming, comforting and deeply flavorful – sure to warm your heart on a cold winter night. As with any dish, it is important to check for taste as you go – you want to carefully balance Salt, Acid, Heat and Sweet.
Week 3: March 1-2 | Herb Crusted Pork Loin with Mushroom Gravy
Comfort food at it’s best, this succulent pork roast will stick to your ribs and keep you warm all night long. Serve with Perfect Mashed Potatoes and Grilled or Roasted Asparagus
Week 4: March 8-9 | The Notorious B.I.D. (Big Italian Dinner)
Here it is: Your complete guide to making a Big Italian Dinner that will warm your heart and soul this winter. Crank up the Pavarotti (or Sinatra, or whatever makes you feel Italian), open a nice Chianti, and get ready to feast like a wise-guy.
Week 5 (St. Patrick’s Day Weekend) March 15 – 17 | Corned Beef & Cabbage
St. Patrick’s Day falls on a Monday this year, so you can set it and forget it before work, or make it the weekend before. This version only requires 15 minutes of prep, and makes your house smell awesome all day. Just make sure you don’t have other plans for your oven!
Read on for a Bonus Round: Horseradish Cream Sauce
Week 6: March 22 – 23 | All American Beef Stew
Yankee Cooking At Its Best This New England Classic is easy to make, but does require a long braise. The active cooking time is probably an hour or less. It is even better the second day.
There. We made it.
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