SophisticatedLunch
Poached Halibut with Saffron Beurre Blanc & Roasted Salsify
Delicate white fish in a silken, saffron-tinted butter sauce with caramelized root vegetables
1118 cal · 81g protein · 55 min
Occasion · 45 recipes
New Year Recipes
What to cook for new year — real recipes with method, timings and per-serving macros. Every recipe below is from the Delicious.com kitchen, with full method, macros and a one-tap grocery list.
Sophisticated
IntermediateLunch
Seared Duck Breast with Orange & Pomegranate Glaze
Tender, rosy duck with a bright, glossy fruit pan sauce
379 cal · 37g protein · 30 min
IntermediateIn-between
Spiced Poached Pear with Mascarpone Cream
Warm, fragrant pear with a cool, creamy dollop
341 cal · 3g protein · 26 min
IntermediateAppetizer
Beet & Horseradish Canapés with Crispy Prosciutto & Burrata
Beetroot, sharp horseradish, and salty prosciutto on herbed crostini
279 cal · 11g protein · 35 min
IntermediateDinner
Herb-Crusted Beef Tenderloin with Red Wine Reduction
Juicy centre-cut steak with aromatic herb crust and silky wine glaze
713 cal · 55g protein · 40 min
IntermediateDessert
Champagne Panna Cotta with Candied Citrus
Silky, effervescent custard crowned with candied lemon and orange
383 cal · 4g protein · 25 min
SophisticatedBreakfast
Saffron Semolina Halwa with Pistachio & Cardamom
Golden, aromatic Indian semolina pudding finished with rose water and toasted nuts
823 cal · 23g protein · 35 min
IntermediateAppetizer
Charred Pineapple & Jalapeño Crostini with Whipped Feta
Sweet-heat and creamy tang—an unexpected New Year opening.
489 cal · 24g protein · 25 min
SophisticatedIn-between
Pomegranate & Cardamom Granita
A silky, icy sherbet infused with rose water and pomegranate juice
208 cal · 1g protein · 10 min
IntermediateBreakfast
Gruyère & Thyme Scrambled Eggs on Toasted Pumpernickel
Silky eggs with melted cheese on dark, nutty rye toast
411 cal · 25g protein · 20 min
SophisticatedAppetizer
Seared Scallop Canapés with Celery Root Purée & Black Garlic
Caramelized hand-diver scallops on crispy toasts with umami-rich black garlic and creamed root vegetable
398 cal · 26g protein · 55 min
SophisticatedDinner
Pan-Roasted Duck Breast with Cherry & Saffron Gastrique
Rose-pink duck with a glossy, spiced cherry reduction and crispy potatoes
968 cal · 52g protein · 60 min
SophisticatedDessert
Dark Chocolate & Cardamom Mousse with Sparkling Wine Foam
Airy chocolate mousse crowned with a delicate, bubbly champagne foam and candied citrus
669 cal · 11g protein · 20 min
IntermediateBreakfast
Cornmeal Porridge with Coconut & Blackstrap Molasses
Warm, creamy, and deeply grounding to start the year.
734 cal · 13g protein · 30 min
IntermediateSnack
Salted Miso & Walnut Butter Oatcakes
Crispy, umami-rich, and satisfyingly substantial.
516 cal · 12g protein · 30 min
IntermediateLunch
Seared White Fish with Ginger-Lime Butter & Roasted Broccolini
Bright, elegant, and restorative—proper restaurant skill at home.
454 cal · 40g protein · 28 min
IntermediateIn-between
Coconut, Date & Cardamom Energy Balls
Two bites of tropical sweetness—no baking, just texture and warmth.
469 cal · 4g protein · 12 min
IntermediateSnack
Crispy Sage Leaves with Sea Salt
Fried sage crisps—herbal, salty, utterly addictive
264 cal · 0g protein · 13 min
SophisticatedIn-between
Sorbet de Pêche Blanche et Champagne
Silken white peach sorbet with champagne granita, candied basil & edible flowers
374 cal · 3g protein · 50 min
SophisticatedAppetizer
Huître Chaude en Croûte de Champagne et Beurre de Safran
Warm oyster crust with Champagne foam and saffron beurre blanc
595 cal · 4g protein · 30 min
SophisticatedLunch
Brined Chicken Breast with Charred Corn, Black-Eyed Peas and Basil Oil
Perfectly juicy poached breast finished with a sear, over a vibrant summer vegetable hash.
858 cal · 59g protein · 60 min
Good to know
How long do these take?
Half are done in about 30 minutes. The quickest is around 15 minutes and the longest about 65 minutes, so there is something here whether you have a spare hour or twenty minutes.
How many calories are in these?
Most land between 341 and 964 calories a serving. Every recipe shows its own calories plus protein, carbs and fat, calculated per serving rather than per batch.
Do these come with a grocery list?
Yes. Any recipe here can be added to a grocery list that adds up quantities across everything you have chosen and sorts it by aisle, so two recipes needing onions become one line.
