What to Eat in March: 10 Recipes for the Last Stretch of Winter

These March Recipes Meet You Right Between Winter and Spring

March is a weird month.

It’s not quite winter, not quite spring – just gray, slushy, and unpredictable. One day I’m reaching for heavy sweaters and a pot of soup. The next, the sun is out and I’m cracking open every window in the house.

That back-and-forth shows up in my kitchen, too.

Some days, I’m still craving comfort foods like potato soup during an unexpected snowstorm or braised short rib tacos that make the house smell incredible.

But then something shifts…

It all starts the first time I see asparagus at the grocery store. I start craving a little green, a squeeze of lemon, and lighter dinners. That’s where creamy asparagus pasta, colorful hummus bowls, and garlicky noodles come in – they feel fresh, but are still deeply satisfying.

What to Eat in March is built for that balance. These are the recipes I reach for during cold snaps, muddy days when I finally feel some warmth from the sun on our daily walks, and a few bridge meals for the moments in between.

Here’s to cooking our way toward spring. 🌷✨

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10 Recipes to Make in March

Mascarpone pasta shown in a speckled ceramic bowl, topped with sliced almonds and parmesan cheese. The bowl sits atop a white surface with a gold fork nestled into the pasta, next to a striped blue linen napkin & a small bowl of grated parmesan.

Springtime Mascarpone Pasta with Chicken & Asparagus

The best seasonal ingredients of spring – shallots, garlic, asparagus, sweet peas – are tossed with perfectly al dente pasta in a homemade mascarpone pasta sauce brightened with white balsamic. This chicken asparagus pasta is special and totally restaurant-worthy, but it’s made with simple ingredients in 30 minutes or less!

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Chicken Shawarma Hummus Bowl with quinoa, cucumbers, pickled red onion, shredded cabbage, & naan bread shown in a speckled gray ceramic bowl. The bowl sits atop a creamy cement surface, surrounded by lemon wedges, fresh basil leaves & a small bowl of pickled red onions.

Easy Hummus Bowls with Chicken Shawarma (or Veggie Shawarma!)

A grain bowl centered around creamy, dreamy hummus, piled high with homemade chicken shawarma (or roasted veggie shawarma for a plant-based option!), and finished with whatever toppings you love most – fluffy quinoa, crunchy cabbage, creamy feta, tangy pickled red onions, and more. These flavorful hummus bowls are the perfect easy weeknight dinner and they’re great for meal prep.

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Finished spring chicken and dumplings fill a dark blue Staub cocotte. The cocotte sits atop a creamy white textured surface and is surrounded by a blue and white striped linen napkin and fresh herbs.

Springtime Chicken & Dumplings with Fresh Herbs

This lightly creamy chicken and dumpling soup is loaded with tender chicken and spring’s best ingredients like leeks, carrots, sweet peas, pearl onions, and loads of fresh herbs. Each bowl is finished with a touch of bright lemon and pillowy-tender herby homemade drop dumplings. This one-pot recipe is total springtime comfort food!

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A blue and white plate filled with stir-fried garlic noodles, garnished with sliced green onions and sesame seeds. A pair of wooden chopsticks is lifting some noodles from the plate.

Mom’s Crazy-Good Garlic Noodles (25 Minutes)

Stir-fry chewy chow mein noodles (or your favorite Asian noodles or dried pasta) in a crazy-good garlic butter sauce packed with bold umami flavor from Asian pantry staples like soy sauce, oyster sauce, and fish sauce. Just pile ’em in a bowl and enjoy as a no-fuss weeknight dinner or simple side dish for teriyaki chicken, tofu, beef stir fry, and more!

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Fish fry pieces are arranged atop a metal oval tray that sits atop a creamy white textured surface. The fish has been garnished with fresh parsley and flaky sea salt and is served alongside lemon wedges, french fries, and a small bowl of tartar sauce. A fork rests on the tray and the tray is surrounded by a blue and white striped linen napkin, a small glass mason jar filled with tartar sauce with a spoon inside, loose fresh parsley leaves and lemon wedges, and a pint of beer.

Friday Night Fish Fry with Tartar Sauce

Friday Night Fish Fry is tradition in my home state of Wisconsin, and everyone is obsessed with my Mom’s fried cod recipe! Simply dredge cod fillets in seasoned panko breadcrumbs, then pan fry until the fish is light and tender with a golden and crispy panko crust – no beer battering or deep frying required!

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Baked shrimp scampi pasta fills a large double handle braising pan. The pan sits atop a creamy white textured surface. Two wooden serving spoons rest inside of the pan. A cream colored linen napkin rests underneath the pan.

Quick-Baked Shrimp Scampi with White Wine

Simply toss jumbo shrimp in a fragrant scampi-style sauce made of olive oil, white wine, fresh garlic and butter, then bake in the oven until the shrimp are tender, succulent, and infused with flavor. A quick shrimp dinner recipe that’s hands-off with perfect results every time! Finish with lemon and fresh herbs, and serve alongside crusty bread or toss with noodles for an easy shrimp scampi pasta.

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A green baking sheet with baked pierogis, sliced sausage, roasted cabbage, lemon wedges, and a small bowl of creamy dipping sauce garnished with chopped herbs. A serving fork and spoon rest on the tray.

Easy Sheet Pan Pierogi with Kielbasa and Cabbage

Juicy kielbasa sausage, frozen pierogi dumplings, and humble cabbage all roast together on one pan for caramelized, crispy edges. No thawing, no boiling, no fuss! Serve with a drizzle of a zingy mustard sauce or herbed sour cream for the coziest weeknight dinner.

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A bowl of creamy potato soup topped with shredded cheese, crispy bacon bits, chopped green onions, and a dollop of sour cream, served in a brown ceramic bowl on a white surface with a knife nearby.

Next-Level Creamy Potato Soup with Bacon and Cheddar

Tender russet potatoes and hearty vegetables simmer in a smoky, bacon-infused broth, creating a rich soup with plenty of chunky, satisfying texture. A splash of cream and a generous handful of sharp white cheddar bring it all together, so every spoonful is thick and creamy – never gloopy or overly heavy. Made with pantry staples and ready in under an hour!

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A stack of brownies made with box brownie hacks and Ghirardelli brownie box recipe cut into squares arranged on a piece of white crumpled parchment paper & topped with flaky sea salt.

Lazy Girl Brownies (AKA…How to Make Box Brownies Better!!!)

Learn how to make box brownies better thanks to a few of my favorite simple box brownie hacks that result in irresistibly fudgy, intensely chocolatey, totally bakery-worthy brownies – no one would ever guess that they aren’t completely homemade! Perfect for an easy pick-me-up or a girl’s night dessert!

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An overhead shot of a light blue plate holding three braised short rib tacos garnished with pickled red onions and fresh cilantro on a pink surface. A serving bowl of short ribs, a bowl of avocado crema and a blue cloth sit alongside it.

Smoky-Sweet Braised Beef Short Rib Tacos

Smoky, sweet, and fall-apart tender, these braised beef short rib tacos take taco night to the next level! Bone-in beef short ribs simmer low and slow in a bold chipotle-brown sugar sauce, with earthy beer adding rich depth of flavor. The result is juicy, melt-in-your-mouth braised short rib taco meat ready to pile onto warm tortillas with all your favorite toppings.

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