Looking for recipes to make during February? Look no farther than this February Meal Plan, which includes 35+ recipes to make this month. Featuring an at-home Valentine’s Day inspiration, Mardi Gras recipes, hearty breakfasts, easy dinners, football food and more, this monthly recipe list offers something for everyone!
2025 Update: This monthly meal plan was originally shared in February 2018. It has been updated to include more information, as well as a larger variety of recipes. I hope you love it and find it helpful!
The month of February might be the shortest one of the year, but it’s packed full of goodness, including a few notable festivities to celebrate and gather around, and lots of good food.
This month’s Monthly Meal Plan features breakfasts, comfort food weeknight meals, good food to serve for a football party, Mardi Gras recipes and an at-home Valentine’s Day menu! (You know, if you’re like us and refuse to go out on Valentine’s Day because you can make a wonderful dinner at home without the crowds, haha.)
Please know that this is not a traditional meal plan, so if you’re looking for a resource that’s going to give you three complete meals for every day of the month, this probably isn’t for you.
But if you’re looking for some February recipes to try this month, we’ve got plenty of delicious dishes that are a great way to take advantage of seasonal produce and comfort.
To make things easier, I’ve broken the recipes down by category.
February, much like January, can be cold and dark, so I want easy, comforting meals to make for this time of year.
This menu leans into the seasonality, as well as marks a few food-centric occasions. Not only will you find breakfasts and comforting dinners, but I have included game day eats for any gatherings you might host or attend this month, as well as Mardi Gras recipes for a taste of South Louisiana and inspiration to cook your Valentine’s Day dinner at home.
What should I cook in the month of February?
Well, that depends on you and what you plan to do during a month such as this one.
For me, comfort foods are what my body craves, along with rich desserts. (Mostly chocolate, but I wouldn’t turn down a cookie, either.)
What is in season in the month of February?
There are so many delicious things that are in season during the winter, though many of these products are determined by where you live. Much of what was available and fresh is also in season during the month of February.
Citrus is widely available. You can find oranges (which include navel oranges, blood oranges, mandarins, satsumas, etc.), as well as grapefruit, lemons, meyer lemons, limes and more at grocery stores and local markets.
Apples, pears and pomegranates are some more fruits in season in February.
Winter squash and root vegetables are also prevalent. This includes thing like butternut squash, acorn squash, as well as veggies like sweet potatoes, rutabega, turnips, etc.
Cruciferous vegetables, like broccoli, brussels sprouts, cabbage and cauliflower, are in season during the month of February.
Greens are in season during the winter months, as well. Farmers markets will be have a selection of collards, kale, mustard greens and more.
Scroll down to see some of my favorite February food…
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February Breakfast Recipes
Starting your day off on the right foot is SO important, and below, I’m sharing a few favorites that everyone in our family simply adores.
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Vegan Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Overnight Oats
Vegan Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Overnight Oats make a perfect high protein breakfast for runners and non-runners alike! Peanut butter, cashew milk, rolled oats, a little bit of maple syrup and dark chocolate chips marinate overnight in the refrigerator. This naturally sweetened, easy to make breakfast never looked so good!
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Apple Chai Spiced Yogurt Parfaits
Apple Chai Spiced Yogurt Parfaits make the perfect fall breakfast. Dannon® Light & Fit Greek® Vanilla Yogurt serves as the base for this breakfast and complements the homemade chai spiced granola, which can be made in advance. The morning of, layer the yogurt parfaits and top with apple slices and a drizzle of pure maple syrup! Apple Chai Spiced Yogurt Parfaits are a flavorful, filling breakfast for busy parents, professionals and even kids
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Strawberry Overnight Oats
Prepare breakfast the night before by mixing up oats, strawberries and milk in a mason jar, then letting them hang out overnight to create these delicious Strawberry Overnight Oats. Top with fresh strawberries (and maybe some dark chocolate if you’re feeling decadent) and enjoy cold the next morning!
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Croissant Breakfast Sandwich
Want to make the BEST breakfast? This Croissant Breakfast Sandwich is full of turkey bacon, sharp cheddar cheese and scrambled eggs. This is a simple go-to breakfast that is loved by everyone. It can be meal prepped for a grab-and-go breakfast situation, too.
Comforting Weeknight Dinners
It’s still cold outside. Womp, womp. But the best way to combat that, in my humble opinion, is comforting, delicious food. Below are some of the recipes we’ll be whipping up for dinner this month.
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Beef and Buffalo Chili
Slightly spicy and completely comforting Beef and Buffalo Chili is a new favorite in our household! This homemade chili, made with simple, flavorful ingredients, is perfect for a crowd or the family as a homey weeknight meal. Chipotle chile powder adds spice while two different kinds of meat elevate this chili recipe! Beef and Buffalo Chili is perfect for crisp fall and winter weather and serves as a bowl full of comfort during chilly months!
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Chicken Cordon Bleu
Looking for an easy weeknight meal? Make Chicken Cordon Bleu! It’s easier than you think and can be ready in less than an hour. Pound the chicken breasts, then roll Castle Wood Reserve Honey Cured Ham and Swiss Cheese into them. Sear the chicken in a skillet until browned, then bake. Serve this family-friendly entree with a favorite veggie and watch as the whole family falls in love with this combination of flavors.
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Cajun Chicken Alfredo
Cajun Chicken Alfredo is a simple, delicious pasta recipe to make at home! Whether you’re feeding kids, treating yourself to date night at home or you just want a comfort food recipe, this Cajun flavor chicken with creamy pasta sauce is easy to make and ready in less than 30 minutes.
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Turkey Jambalaya Stuffed Bell Peppers
Turkey Jambalaya Stuffed Bell Peppers makes a delicious dinner year-round, but especially when you’re looking for a lighter meal. This Cajun twist on a classic entree, which consists of rice, the trinity (of onion, celery and bell pepper) and ground turkey, is baked inside a bell pepper.
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Mustard Chicken
This creamy Mustard Chicken recipe is an easy stovetop dinner the whole family will love. Chicken breasts are seared, then cooked in a creamy mustard sauce. Serve with rice and your favorite veggie to make an excellent dinner in 45 minutes or less.
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Baked Gnocchi with Chicken
Baked Gnocchi with Chicken is cheesy, hearty and all kinds of comforting. This one-pot pasta recipe is ready in 45 minutes and a simple meal to serve to the whole family any night of the week!
Football Food
There’s a pretty big football game in early February, and I don’t know about y’all, but I plan on enjoying allllllllll the food at the party I attend. (Who doesn’t?) Below are some of our favorite recipes for a crowd that pair perfectly with football.
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Buffalo Chicken Dip
If you want to make a meaty, creamy, cheesy and spicy Buffalo Chicken Dip that does not call for canned ingredients or bottled salad dressing, this recipe is for you! All you need are 7 ingredients and about 30 minutes to make this decadent dip. The real question is: what are you making it for and who are you sharing it with?
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Pepperoni Pizza Rolls
Serve up Pepperoni Pizza Rolls to feed a crowd! Store-bought pizza dough is rolled flat, then filled with tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese and pepperoni, then rolled into pinwheels and baked to make the ultimate gameday appetizer.
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Hot Spinach Artichoke Dip
You know the gooey Baked Spinach Artichoke Dip from restaurants that’s irresistible once you start eating it? It’s incredibly easy to make at home in 30 minutes or less. This Hot Spinach and Artichoke Dip is the perfect appetizer for any gathering
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Hot Crawfish Dip
Looking for a unique dip to serve to a crowd? This Hot Crawfish Dip is hearty, gooey and slightly spicy! Studded with bite-sized crawfish tails, this creamy dip is satisfying and great for sharing for any occasion.
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Shredded Applesauce Chicken Sliders with Brussels Sprouts Apple Slaw
Serve Shredded Applesauce Chicken Sliders with Brussels Sprouts Apple Slaw at your next tailgate or weeknight dinner! Made in the slow cooker, these chicken sliders are juicy and topped with an amazing homemade coleslaw. Gameday never tasted so good!
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Cheesy French Onion Pull-Apart Bread
Looking for a tasty appetizer to feed a crowd? This Cheesy Pull Apart Bread with French Onion flavors is the way to go. A twist on classic pull apart cheese bread, we add wine-soaked caramelized onions for extra flavor! This bread tastes like classic French Onion Soup, but is an easy appetizer!
Mardi Gras Recipes
Mardi Gras is just around the corner, and while Fat Tuesday lands in March this year, there is plenty of time to enjoy Carnival season and Carnival season recipes. Below are some of our all-time favorites that I’ve shared on the blog…
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Seafood Gumbo
Classic Cajun Seafood Gumbo is intensely rich, yet delicate, and perfect for a chilly day. Chock full of shrimp, crab and oysters, this gumbo recipe sings with flavors from the sea. It makes a big batch, too, so you can share it or freeze it for later.
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Crawfish Etouffee
Crawfish Étouffée is a classic Louisiana entree makes a comforting meal for any evening and easily doubles (or triples) to feed a crowd. Served with rice and green onions, this stew-like meal is utterly delicious.
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Shrimp and Grits
This Cajun Shrimp and Grits recipe makes a flavorful meal for any time! Starring Gulf shrimp, andouille sausage and creamy grits, this saucy entree is perfect for tailgates, at-home date nights or even a Mardi Gras gathering.
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Chicken and Sausage Jambalaya
Chicken and Sausage Jambalaya is perfect for tailgating and includes a spicy combination of chicken and sausage, mixed in with onions, bell peppers, garlic and a ton of rice. This well-loved dish feeds a crowd easily.
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Slow Cooker Red Beans and Rice
Slow Cooker Red Beans and Rice makes a delicious dinner… and this recipe is SO simple! This well-loved Louisiana entree, which calls for dried red beans, Andouille sausage, green bell pepper, onion and spices, is the perfect meal year-round. This recipe, which is perfect for Mardi Gras festivities, football tailgates and while hosting a party, because it requires little hands-on time, cooks unassisted in the slow cooker and feeds a crowd.
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Ground Beef Meat Pies
Originating in Central Louisiana, Natchitoches Meat Pies are traditional savory hand pies. Learn how to make this meat pie recipe with a flavorful beef filling and a flaky pastry crust that are perfect for sharing at any type of gathering.
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Crawfish Pie
Want to serve the most decadent, meaty Crawfish Pie recipe at home? This savory pie recipe is out-of-this-world delicious and chock full of Louisiana crawfish tails. Paired with the trinity, various spices and a homemade lattice pie crust, you won’t find a prettier or more delicious Crawfish Pie.
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Cream Cheese and Raspberry King Cake
Celebrate Mardi Gras by baking a homemade Cream Cheese and Raspberry King Cake for friends and family! This stuffed king cake, which offers a cinnamon-sugar layer, then a combined cream cheese and raspberry layer, is a favorite of ours!
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Pull-Apart Praline King Cake
Celebrate Mardi Gras without spending hours in the kitchen with a Praline Pull-Apart King Cake! This quick king cake substitutes store-bought cinnamon rolls for homemade dough and pulls apart like monkey bread. Halve the cinnamon rolls, then toss in sugar, cinnamon and pecans. Bake in a bundt pan with a gooey praline sauce. Flip onto a platter and serve warm with a homemade cream cheese icing and colored sugar. Laissez les bons temps rouler!
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No Churn Mardi Gras King Cake Ice Cream
Make No Churn Mardi Gras King Cake Ice Cream as a sweet treat this Carnival season! This ice cream starts as any no churn ice cream recipe would—with whipped cream and sweetened condensed milk. Vanilla bean paste swirls into the base, giving tons of flavor. Layer the ice cream with chunks of King Cake and green, purple and gold sanding sugar, then freeze. Homemade King Cake Ice Cream is the perfect Mardi Gras dessert to serve on Fat Tuesday!
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King Cake Martini
Cheers to Mardi Gras and this King Cake Martini! The base of this drink is homemade cinnamon-infused vodka, which is made when cinnamon sticks are placed in a jar with vodka for 5-7 days. When the vodka is cinnamon-y, mix with hazelnut liqueur, white crème de cocoa, coffee liqueur and club soda. This Carnival cocktail looks and tastes like a traditional king cake. What better way to celebrate Mardi Gras than by sipping on a King Cake Martini?
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Pimm’s Cup
Tart and delicious, the Pimm’s Cup is a classic New Orleans cocktail. Made famous in the Big Easy at The Napoleon House in the 1940’s, this summer drink is refreshing and perfect for cooling off after a warm day.
At-Home Valentine’s Day Date Night
Confession: We don’t ever go out for Valentine’s dinner on Valentine’s Day and generally choose to stay in and cook ourselves something delicious that we can enjoy without being rushed or crowded. Below are some of our favorite recipes to make for an at-home date night…
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How to Broil Steak in the Oven
Ever wanted to learn how to make a fancy steak dinner at home without a grill? Learning how to broil steak in the oven is easier than you think and makes for a delicious meal, whether you’re having at-home date night or hosting friends.
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Seared Scallops with Raspberry Gastrique
Elevate your romantic, at-home date night by serving Seared Scallops with Raspberry Gastrique. This entree looks and sounds fancy, but is incredibly easy to make. The gastrique is a simple sweet-and-sour sauce, made in this recipe by reducing raspberry preserves, vinegar and sugar in a saucepan. Sear the scallops over high heat, and serve over the reduced tart-and-sweet raspberry sauce. Make this easy but fancy romantic dish for date night!
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Mediterranean Herb Crusted Beef Tenderloin
Mediterranean Herb Crusted Beef Tenderloin makes an elegant centerpiece for any holiday meal! Slather beef tenderloin in a mixture of fresh herbs, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic and spices, chill, then bake until medium rare. This tender cut of meat soaks up the flavors of the Mediterranean herbs as it cooks. Mediterranean Herb Crusted Beef Tenderloin makes a stunning centerpiece for Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas, birthday dinners and more!
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Spinach Madeline
Spinach Madeline is a comforting side that is a spicy twist on traditional creamed spinach. Instead of just cream, the spinach is mixed with pepperjack cheese and spices, then baked to make this outstanding vegetarian side dish that pairs well with most meals!
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Mediterranean Scalloped Potatoes
Mediterranean Scalloped Potatoes make a flavorful, cheesy side dish for a springtime get-together. Transform classic Scalloped Potatoes, made with cheddar, milk and butter, into a Mediterranean-spiced one using mountains of fresh parsley, thyme, oregano and rosemary. Layer the ingredients in a baking dish, then bake until bubbly and golden brown. The perfect Easter side dish, Mediterranean Scalloped Potatoes are best enjoyed with people you love!
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Toasted Pine Nut Green Beans
Vegan Green Beans with Toasted Pine Nuts make the BEST accompaniment for any weeknight meal! Green beans are steamed, then topped with a mixture of golden brown, toasted pine nuts and a diced, caramelized shallot. The green beans and their topping are drizzled with olive oil for the finishing touch. Simple and exceedingly quick to make for a weeknight meal, this vegan side dish is sure to become a dinnertime favorite of vegans and non-vegans alike.
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Dark Chocolate Soufflés
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with these gooey, decadent and delicious Dark Chocolate Soufflés, which come together quickly and bake up nicely. The perfect dessert if you’re holding a stay-at-home Valentine’s celebration this year!
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Chocolate Dipped Strawberries
Gather friends and family for a delightful chocolate and wine pairing party with Lindt! Learn important tips for how to properly pair wine with chocolate, as well as how to make chocolate dipped strawberries to enjoy at the end of the night.
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Chocolate Covered Strawberry Martinis
Grab your girls and mix up decadent Skinny Chocolate-Covered Strawberry Martinis! These dairy-free, sugar-free martinis are the perfect drink to serve at your next girl’s night or for Valentine’s Day! A combination of cashew milk, vodka, crème de cocoa, agave, strawberries and cocoa powder makes these cocktails to-die-for tasty. Naturally sweetened and dairy free, there’s a lot to love about these Skinny Chocolate-Covered Strawberry Martinis.
