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Here’s What Olivia Quintana Is Cooking This Month

The Epicurious associate social media manager shares her January cooking plan.
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Photo by Joseph De Leo, Food Styling by Micah Marie Morton

For me, January is a month for recovery. Some people may be diving into New Year’s resolutions, but I’ll be taking this time to recuperate from the stress of winter travel and the busy holiday social calendar. Everything I’m cooking this month must be easy, tasty, and comforting. I want simple meals, drinks I can curl up with on the couch, and plenty of cake. And the only people I will be seeing are those who are excited about easy potluck-style dinners and brunches in our pajamas. Here are the low-lift recipes I’ll be prepping.

  • Slices of pork tenderloin on a platter being served with a honeymustard sauce.
    Photo by Joseph De Leo, Food Styling by Kaitlin Wayne
    1/11

    Honey-Mustard Pork Tenderloin

    This just might be one of my favorite recipes on the site. It’s truly easy to make, especially when I prep the marinade in the afternoon. I like to serve it with a big green salad and some rice (because I can’t live without rice) for a flavorful, nourishing meal.

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  • Photo by Linda Xiao
    2/11

    One-Bowl Ricotta Olive Oil Pound Cake

    Just because the holidays are over does not mean I have stopped baking. But you will absolutely not see me pull out my stand mixer this month. This one-bowl cake is incredibly moist and a touch rich without being too heavy. I like it with whipped cream, a chocolate drizzle, or just on its own with a cup of tea.

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  • Photo by Joseph De Leo, Food Styling by Micah Marie Morton
    3/11

    Creamy Vegan Red Pepper Pasta With Garlic Bread Breadcrumbs

    I'm not going plant-based for the new year (though we do have a vegan comfort food meal plan for you if you are). Still, this easy pantry pasta is always a great dinner choice. I love how creamy this pasta can get without any added dairy.

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  • Photo by Joseph De Leo, Food Styling by Drew Aichele
    4/11

    Quick Chana Masala

    This cozy dish pairs perfectly with some rice and an easy raita on the side. I love any recipe that starts with canned chickpeas instead of dried, and this one gets bonus points for not even having to drain the can!

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  • Photo by Joseph De Leo, Food Styling by Kaitlin Wayne
    7/11

    Simple Bread Pudding With Melted Ice Cream Sauce

    I was lucky enough to recipe test this last year and I’ve been making it nonstop ever since. The brown butter adds a great flavor and the sauce is just melted ice cream—what’s not to love?

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  • Photo by Paul H. Christian, Food Styling by Michele Figliuolo
    8/11

    Hot Toddy

    It’s cozy, it’s classic, it’s ideal in brutally cold weather. Need I say more? If you're sticking to nonalcoholic drinks this month, though, we've got a recipe collection for that, too.

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  • Photo by Joseph De Leo, Food Styling by Kaitlin Wayne
    9/11

    Molten Double Chocolate Mug Cake

    Even folks who enjoyed making elaborate cake recipes for the holidays need a break from big projects. Now is the time to take advantage of the microwave and enjoy a dessert that takes a total of three minutes to make.

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  • Photo by Joseph De Leo, Food Styling by Pearl Jones
    10/11

    Smoky Spanish Potatoes and Eggs

    This meal-in-a-skillet pairs perfectly with a side salad, a loaf of crusty bread, and a bottle of wine. It’s a great easy dinner that will still feel special at the end of a weekend inside.

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  • Photo by Isa Zapata, Prop Styling by Stephanie De Luca, Food Styling by Yekaterina Boystova
    11/11

    Flourless Chocolate Cake

    You only need five ingredients to make this classic Gourmet recipe. It’s rich and fudgy, and gluten-free, too!

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