When January rolls around in Louisiana, we don’t believe in sacrificing flavor for our resolutions. Chef Paul always said, “You don’t need a silver fork to eat good food” — and you certainly don’t need bland food to eat well.
Down here, cooking starts with quality ingredients and the right seasonings. It’s about making vegetables shine, seafood sing, and simple meals worth gathering the family around.
This dish checks all the boxes: lean protein, heart-healthy omega-3s seasoned with Seafood Magic®, and a bright chimichurri that brings citrus and fresh herbs to life. Wrapped in foil for easy cleanup, it’s a flavor-packed meal that makes sticking to New Year’s resolutions feel effortless.
30-Minute Asian-Style Chimichurri Salmon Foil Packets
This dish checks all the boxes: lean protein, heart-healthy omega-3s seasoned with Seafood Magic®, and a bright chimichurri that brings citrus and fresh herbs to life. Wrapped in foil for easy cleanup, it’s a flavor-packed meal that makes sticking to New Year’s resolutions feel effortless.
Chipotle Shrimp & Chayote Soup
Plump shrimp and tender chayote simmer in a tomato-based broth layered with Magic Ancho, Magic Guajillo, and Magic Chipotle Seasoning™.. Smoky, complex heat and plenty of vegetables make this soup a comforting choice for chilly January nights.
Bronzed Fish Lettuce Wraps
Give Taco Tuesday a lighter twist with these bronzed fish lettuce wraps. Fresh drum fillet seasoned with Seafood Magic® is tucked into crisp lettuce cups and finished with pickled veggies and a touch of sriracha mayo. Crunchy, satisfying, and full of flavor.
Chicken Meatballs with Pesto Sauce
If meal prep is part of your New Year plan, these chicken meatballs deserve a spot in your freezer. Made with ground chicken, mushrooms, and Herbal Pizza & Pasta Magic® , they reheat beautifully for quick meals all week. A fresh basil pesto adds richness without weighing things down — perfect for pairing with zoodles, whole grain pasta, or salads.
Pineapple & Chicken Stir Fry – Salt-Free Sugar-Free Magic Seasoning Blends
One pan, minimal prep, maximum flavor. Tender chicken, colorful bell peppers, and sweet pineapple come together with our Salt-Free Sugar-Free: Six Spice blend in under 15 minutes. No added salt, no sugar — just spice-forward cooking that keeps weeknight dinners simple.
Eggplant Parmesan
Yes, comfort food can still have a place at the table. This lighter eggplant parmesan skips heavy breading while keeping the rich tomato flavor and cheesy satisfaction you crave. Finished with Herbal Pizza & Pasta Magic®, it’s Italian-inspired comfort without the heaviness.
Baked Lemon Pepper Pork Chops
Sometimes the simplest meals become family favorites. These juicy pork chops need just three ingredients and 15 minutes in the oven, seasoned with Salt-Free Sugar-Free: Lemon & Cracked Pepper for bright, zesty flavor. Proof that cooking well doesn’t mean overcomplicating dinner.
This January—whether you’re leaning into new resolutions or simply bringing more balance to your table—remember that cooking with intention should still taste like joy. These recipes are made to be shared, enjoyed, and returned to again and again.
Eating well isn’t about rigid rules or giving up the foods you love. It starts with good ingredients and letting great seasonings do the work. Because when nourishing food tastes this good, resolutions stop feeling like work and start feeling like a way of life.