Recipes for a New Years Reset

Hello Reader

If you’re anything like me, early January always brings a little spark of motivation - a fresh start, a clean slate, and the desire to feel good after all the December indulgence. But delicious food and New Year’s resolutions absolutely can go hand in hand.

So this week, I’ve rounded up a few recipes that feel lighter, brighter, and nourishing without being boring or restrictive. This includes simple weeknight dinners, veggie-packed favourites, and feel-good meals that you’ll want to make on repeat.

Warming Dishes

👉 Chicken and Bean Soup - Comforting but balanced, and so easy to make on a busy weeknight.

👉 Stuffed Pepper Soup - All the delicious flavours of stuffed peppers without the fuss.

Weeknight Dinners to Keep You on Track

👉 Quick Gochujang Noodles with Beef - Bold flavour, 20 minutes, and perfect for shaking off the winter blues without ordering takeout.

👉 Chicken Arrabbiata - A high protein take on the famous Italian pasta sauce! Light, flavourful and a little spicy!

Feel-Good & Veggie-Forward

👉 Basil Pesto Butter Beans with Crispy Prosciutto - A bowlful of beans is my meal of dreams and basil pesto butter beans with crispy prosciutto is one of my best bean recipes yet.

👉 Chickpea and Butternut Squash Curry - This wholesome curry with loads of vegetables and packed with nutrients feels as good as it tasters.

Wishing you a flavourful week ahead!

Love,
Julia x

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