January LTO Ideas & Inspiration
Happy New Year! As January begins, a warm, hearty soup or stew LTO is especially appealing to your students. And soup is the perfect way to pack in the veggies! Take advantage of National Soup Month to get your creative juices flowing! Below you’ll find featured recipes and time-saving products for National Soup Month, National Oatmeal Month and more.
January is also home to these notable culinary events:
January Featured Products
January Menu Inspiration
Mexican Elote-Style Street Corn Soup
Inspired by the ever-popular Mexican street corn dish—this creamy, satisfying soup is loaded with roasted corn, a touch of jalapeño, fresh cilantro and topped with Cotija cheese. It's the perfect lunch for a chilly day.
Strawberry Mounds Dessert Fries
French fries really do go with everything, in this case, ice cream! Take a scoop of vanilla and make it noteworthy when you serve it with Simplot Conquest® Delivery+® fries, strawberries, hot fudge and shredded coconut.
Italian Cauliflower Rice Risotto
A lightened-up version for your carb-conscious and vegetarian customers with all the flavor and creamy texture of the traditional version. You’ll still have to stir it—but it’s totally worth it.
Middle Eastern Corn Salad
Bright, crunchy and versatile—this vegan salad features flame-roasted corn, chickpeas, tomatoes, cucumber, red onion and fresh mint. Don’t skimp on the housemade lemon tahini dressing—it’s delicious.
Loaded Cauli-Rice and Cheese
Creamy riced cauliflower with two kinds of cheese, crispy bacon and green onions. Yes, please!
Chicken & Fire-Roasted Vegetable Grain Bowl
Need a dish that makes kids and adults happy about lunch? Give this tasty and nutritious bowl a try.
Cold Mango Coffee
Smooth fruit flavor with a kick of caffeine and sweet cream to get you going in the morning, or any time of day.
Multi Grain Orzo Garbanzo & Kale Tuscan Soup
This hearty, filling soup is packed with flavor and comes together quickly. Perfect as a quick lunch option or in your grab-and-go case.
Roasted Jalapeño Corn Spoon Bread
So, you need a versatile, easy-to-make side that pairs with salads, soups, and works well on in-house and takeout menus? OK, here you go!