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Published 11 days ago • 1 min read

What I'm cooking on repeat in March

Hello Reader

March hits differently, doesn't it? We're all pedalling out of winter's heaviness, craving something lighter on our plates, but not quite ready to give up those comforting dinners that don't require much thought after a long day.

These are a few of my March staples: the recipes I genuinely make on repeat, the ones that work whether you're feeding the family on a Tuesday or cooking something relaxed for the weekend. No fuss, just solid, dependable meals.

The kind of food you make once, then find yourself cooking again the very next week because it just works.

If you're stuck in a winter cooking rut or just need a few reliable go-tos to bridge the season, this is your starting line. Everything here is tried, tested, and currently on heavy rotation in my kitchen.

👉 Salisbury Steak - Come for the protein, stay for the flavour! Somewhere between a meatloaf and a burger, bathed in a deliciously earthy mushroom and onion gravy.

👉 Spicy Chicken and Rice Soup: Georgian Soup Kharcho - A nourishing, slightly spicy soup heaped with herbs, garlic and chilli, and thick with rice and shredded chicken.

👉 Beef Teriyaki - This dish has brought so much flavour to our weeknight meals, without making me work any harder than usual.

👉 Beef Short Rib Ragu - Pasta is always in my rotation, and this one has been winning out recently.

👉 Hot Cheesy Salmon Sandwich - Adding a bit of variety to my lunchtime with this variation on the classic tuna melt. Simple yet truly delicious!

👉 Flourless Oatmeal Muffins - I've been baking these on a weekend so I can keep breakfast simple and nutritious all week long. A great start to the day that keeps me feeling nourished for hours.

Wishing you a flavourful week ahead!
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Love,
Julia x

beef patties in a mushroom sauce bowl of chicken soup with grains and vegetables with bread and herbs
strips of beef in sauce on rice with strips of carrot and edamame beans thick pasta with a red meat sauce and shredded parmesan cheese
two open sandwiches on a plate with melted cheese two muffins on a plate with pieces of fruit

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Julia Frey, a London-based recipe developer and photographer

I am Julia Frey, a London based recipe developer and photographer, and Vikalinka is my space to share my food with the world. Subscribe to my weekly newsletter to get tried-and-true recipes delivered to your inbox!

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