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5 Cozy Soybean Recipes for Colder Weather

5 Cozy Soybean Recipes for Colder Weather

Soybean recipes are a great way to bring warm, comforting meals to the table when the weather cools down.

From hearty chili to homemade bread, soybeans can fit into cold-weather cooking in more ways than you might expect.

1. Warm Up With Easy Vegan Chili

Chili is one of those meals that just fits colder weather. It is warm, filling, and easy to customize depending on what you have in the kitchen.

Laura Soybeans’ easy vegan chili is made with Laura Soybeans and brings together a warm, hearty plant-based meal that is perfect for a chilly evening.

Serve it with your favorite toppings or pair it with a warm slice of bread. You can also make a larger batch and enjoy the leftovers throughout the week.

2. Try Korean-Style Soybeans

If you want something with plenty of flavor, Kongjang is another soybean recipe worth trying.

Kongjang is a Korean soybean dish that combines cooked soybeans with savory sauce. Laura Soybeans’ version also uses garlic and scallions and can be prepared in an Instant Pot.

The Kongjang Korean soybeans recipe is a great way to try something different while still keeping soybeans at the center of the dish.

3. Bake Lemon Rosemary Focaccia

A warm load of homemade bread is hard to beat when the weather starts to get cold.

Laura Soybeans’ Lemon Rosemary Focaccia uses homemade Laura Soybeans soymilk right in the dough. The rosemary adds a savory flavor, while the lemon gives the bread a fresh finish.

This recipe works especially well alongside soup or chili. You can also enjoy a warm slice on its own as a simple snack or side dish.

It is also a great example of how soymilk can be used for more than just drinking.

4. Make a Cozy Soybean Soup

Soup is another easy choice for colder days.

For something a little different, The Soyfoods Council has a Cuban Black Soybeans Soup recipe that brings black soybeans into a warm, satisfying bowl.

The recipe is a good option if you want a meal that feels hearty without being complicated, Pair it with bread or a simple side for an easy dinner.

Soups are also a great way to experiment with soybeans because you can adjust the ingredients and seasonings based on what you enjoy.

5. Finish With Pumpkin Spice Tofu Pudding

Cozy recipes do not have to stop at dinner.

For something sweet, try Pumpkin Spice Tofu Pudding from the University of Missouri Extension. It combines pumpkin puree with silken tofu and pumpkin pie spice for a simple dessert with a seasonal feel.

This is a fun way to bring soy into dessert without making something overly complicated. It also gives you a different way to use tofu beyond savory meals.

Serve it chilled after dinner or make it ahead of time for an easy treat during the week.

Find a New Cold-Weather Favorite

There are plenty of ways to enjoy soybean recipes when the temperature starts to drop.

You can warm up with vegan chili, Korean-style soybeans, homemade focaccia, a hearty soup, or finish a meal with dessert.

Start with the recipe that sounds best and go from there. You may find a new cold-weather favorite while discovering another way to enjoy soy.