What to Cook This February: Game Day, Date Night & Cozy Comforts
Score big with game day spreads, romance your date night, and master winter comfort food...
February is seriously the secret underdog of epic cooking. Think about it—Super Bowl Sunday calls for indulgent game-day bites, and Valentine’s Day is the perfect excuse to flex your skills and impress the one you love. And between those epic food moments, it's all about keeping it cozy with some serious comfort food that'll make your whole house smell amazing!
What to Cook This Month
?? Super Bowl Ready
?Buttermilk Brined Chicken Wings? Juicy, crispy, and packed with flavor. The secret? A buttermilk brine that keeps every bite tender and delicious. Get even more ideas for the Big Game —> Ultimate Game Day Recipes: 60 Recipes from Wings to Chili
?? Valentine’s Day Perfection
?Sous Vide Filet Mignon? Cooked to flawless doneness with a velvety texture. Elevate it with our ?Peppercorn Sauce? for the ultimate romantic dinner. Or try any of these amazing steak sauces.
?? Big Flavor, Comforting Classics
?Smoked Over the Top Chili? A whole beef shank smoked over a pot of chili before being shredded into the rich, smoky broth. This is chili on another level.
?Braised Moroccan Lamb Shanks? Slow-cooked to fork-tender perfection with bold Moroccan spices. This one is rich, warming, and downright irresistible.
?Whiskey Pork Chops? A quick and easy skillet meal featuring a smoky, caramelized whiskey glaze. Weeknight dinner just got way better.
?Air Fryer Veal Parmesan? Crispy veal cutlets, golden brown and topped with gooey melted cheese and rich marinara—all made in the air fryer for a fast, no-fuss meal.
?? Cozy Winter Comforts
?Homemade Beef Broth? The foundation of incredible soups and stews starts with roasting the bones. That’s our pro tip for deep, complex flavor.
Classic Bottom Round Roast? Oven-roasted, perfectly seasoned, and ready for slicing. Serve it hot or use the leftovers for the best sandwiches.
?Steak and Potato Soup? A rich, creamy soup loaded with tender steak and hearty potatoes. This one’s pure comfort in a bowl.
?Ground Turkey Stroganoff ?A lighter twist on the classic, this creamy, savory stroganoff is easy, satisfying, and packed with flavor.
Check out all of our favorite ?winter recipes? for even more dinner ideas.
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Pro Tip for February Cooking
Balance indulgence with efficiency—just like life.... Make extra beef broth or roast an extra chicken to repurpose into multiple meals throughout the week. Less waste, more flavor.
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