Top 5 MA $ CT Recipes for February 2025

February in New England often brings cold weather, making it an ideal time to enjoy hearty, comforting dishes. Here are five classic recipes that are popular in Connecticut and Massachusetts during this month:

1. New England Clam Chowder

A creamy soup featuring clams, potatoes, and onions, this chowder is a regional favorite.

Ingredients:

• 4 slices bacon, diced
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 cups clam juice
• 3 cups peeled and diced potatoes
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 cups chopped fresh clams
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. In a large pot, cook the bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove and set aside, leaving the drippings in the pot.
2. Add onion, celery, and garlic to the pot; sauté until translucent.
3. Stir in flour and cook for 2 minutes.
4. Gradually add clam juice, stirring constantly.
5. Add potatoes, bay leaf, and thyme. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender.
6. Stir in cream and clams; cook until heated through.
7. Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with bacon and parsley before serving.

2. Boston Baked Beans

A traditional dish slow-cooked with molasses and salt pork, offering a sweet and savory flavor.

Ingredients:

• 500 grams dried navy beans
• 115 grams salt pork, diced
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 60 milliliters molasses
• 50 grams brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon dry mustard
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• 500 milliliters boiling water

Instructions:

1. Soak beans overnight in cold water. Drain and rinse.
2. Place beans in a pot, cover with fresh water, and simmer until tender. Drain.
3. Preheat oven to 150°C.
4. In a bean pot or casserole, layer beans with salt pork and onion.
5. In a bowl, mix molasses, brown sugar, mustard, salt, pepper, and cloves with boiling water. Pour over beans.
6. Cover and bake for 4 hours, adding water as needed to keep beans moist.
7. Uncover and bake an additional hour to thicken sauce.

3. American Chop Suey

A comforting pasta dish made with ground beef, tomatoes, and elbow macaroni.

Ingredients:

• 450 grams elbow macaroni
• 500 grams ground beef
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 800 grams canned diced tomatoes
• 400 grams tomato sauce
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Cook macaroni according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, brown ground beef over medium heat. Drain excess fat.
3. Add onion, bell pepper, and garlic; sauté until softened.
4. Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, oregano, and basil. Simmer for 10 minutes.
5. Add cooked macaroni to the skillet; mix well.
6. Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with parsley before serving.

4. Chicken and Corn Chowder with Bacon

A hearty chowder combining chicken, corn, and bacon, perfect for cold February days.

Ingredients:

• 6 slices bacon, diced
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 carrots, peeled and diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 3 cups peeled and diced potatoes
• 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
• 2 cups corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
• 1 cup half-and-half
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
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