93 Quick And Easy Dinner Recipe Ideas

 chicken and polenta puttanesca melts recipe   Credit: Kate Sears



chicken and polenta puttanesca melts recipe   Credit: Kate Sears

chicken and polenta puttanesca melts recipe Credit: Kate Sears

chicken and polenta puttanesca melts recipe

Credit: Kate Sears

There’s a time and a place for almost every recipe, and if that time is limited, you’re in the right place. Every one of the 93 (yes, 93!) quick dinner recipes we’ve pulled together in this collection can be made in 45 minutes or less—many of them come together even faster.

Our recipes run the gamut, so you’ll find familiar favorites like spaghetti and meatballs, mac and cheese, and stir-fries, as well as creative takes, like a North African beef stew and pasta with butternut squash and herby, garlicky, creamy Boursin cheese. While many of these dishes do rely on store-bought shortcuts (think rotisserie chicken, refrigerated pesto sauce, pre-made gnocchi, and canned or boxed chicken broth), the vast majority of them draw on raw, everyday ingredients.

Chicken cutlets, shrimp, ground meat, vegetables you can find in most any supermarket, and pasta—when combined wisely, with powerful flavor boosts like ginger, chiles in adobo, and parmesan cheese, they’re the building blocks for assembling a delicious meal in a flash.

      one-pan pasta         One-Pan Pasta    View Recipe   There's a reason why this is one of our most popular recipes: All the ingredients cook together in a straight-sided skillet, it's delicious, and it's on the table in just 20 minutes. The one-pan wonder truly lives up to its name.                chicken mushrooms pan         Chicken with Mushrooms    View Recipe   There are so many wonderful ways to combine chicken and mushrooms, but what's special about this version is its classic simplicity. There's nothing crazy here: chicken cutlets, button mushrooms, some herbs, a bit of white wine, and chicken broth. Together, they're more than the sum of their parts.             Crispy Baked Chicken Flautas         Crispy Baked Chicken Flautas    View Recipe   If you feel like taking a break from taco night, try this weeknight spin on cheesy, crunchy flautas. You stuff tortillas with a smoky, spicy ground chicken-chipotle mixture, then crisp them up in the oven.               creamy baked tortellini with spinach         Creamy Baked Tortellini with Spinach    View Recipe   Here's a dish that feels rich enough to serve on a weekend night for company, but speedy enough to pull off on a busy weeknight. Briefly cook tortellini, toss it with fresh spinach and a super-quick homemade turkey ragu, top it with a crunchy seasoned panko mixture, and finish in the oven.             sausage-burgers-123-d112221.jpg         Sausage-and-Mushroom Burgers with Broccoli Rabe    View Recipe   We love sausage and broccoli rabe together with pasta, and as it turns out, they're great on a bun, too. Mushrooms and melted provolone take these burgers to the next level.              med102699_0307_chili.jpg         30-Minute Chili    View Recipe   This easy chili packs surprising flavor in such a short amount of time, thanks to powerhouse ingredients such as tomato paste, canned chipotle chiles in adobo sauce, cinnamon, and beer.             med105801_0311_und_pork_rice.jpg         Pork Fried Rice    View Recipe   If you have leftover cooked rice, you're already halfway to getting this quick meal on the table. It also includes ground pork, carrots, and peas—plus some scrambled egg for extra heft.              Spaghetti with Shrimp, Kale, and Burst Tomatoes         Spaghetti with Shrimp, Kale, and Burst Tomatoes    View Recipe   Quick-cooking shrimp is a weeknight dinner staple. Combined with kale, cherry tomatoes, and spaghetti, it's a fantastic meal that has plenty of health benefits, too.             ed104370_0309_cov005a.jpg         Easy Spaghetti and Meatballs    View Recipe   This well-known, crowd-pleasing meal isn't hard to make, and cooking it can be a great way to unwind after a long day. Mix the meatball ingredients, brown them in oil, then let them simmer in tomato sauce for about 10 minutes while the pasta cooks—and you've got dinner.               crispy salmon with coconut-ginger collards served with fresh cilantro         Crispy Salmon with Coconut-Ginger Collards    View Recipe   Collard greens stand up nicely to coconut milk, ginger, shallots, and chickpeas. Then, you top the creamy greens with protein-packed salmon, rice, lime wedges, and cilantro.              Quick Pork Goulash recipe         Quick Pork Goulash    View Recipe   Traditional goulash takes hours to make, but this weeknight-friendly version has a smart shortcut. Use pork tenderloin instead of shoulder roast, which becomes melt-in-your-mouth tender in a fraction of the time. Serve this comforting dish over buttered egg noodles with a crisp green salad on the side.              spicy cashew shrimp with rice         Cashew Shrimp    View Recipe   Oyster sauce, garlic, and ginger are the keys to big flavor in this takeout-inspired shrimp dish. Roasted cashews and sliced celery add welcome crunch.             Brothy Orzo and Pork Meatballs          Brothy Orzo and Pork Meatballs    View Recipe   This light and fresh one-pot dinner stars pork and fennel meatballs and orzo pasta. Lemon juice and fresh dill give it a zippy taste, and a bit of broth ties it all together.             pork pineapple plate         Broiled Spicy Pork and Pineapple    View Recipe   Pork and fruit are a winning combo, and this version uses pineapple, which lends a tropical feel. You place rounds of it on a rimmed baking sheet along with thin, boneless pork chops and scallions, and broil it all until browned. A ginger-lime dressing is the perfect finishing touch.              Spiced Chicken Kebabs with Pita          Spiced Chicken Kebabs with Pita    View Recipe   Sign us up for this quick and easy weeknight dinner of bright, earthy, herby, toasty za'atar-spiced chicken kebabs. They're wonderful with soft pita bread, crunchy cucumbers flecked with mint, and a fast garlic-forward yogurt sauce.             beef-stew-049-mld110677.jpg         North African Beef-and-Carrot Stew with Mint    View Recipe   Sirloin and carrots amped up with cinnamon, cayenne, and fresh mint make for a fast and flavorful dish that's especially nice served over steamed couscous.              test kitchen mac and cheese         Test Kitchen's Favorite Mac and Cheese    View Recipe   To make this stovetop dish, you combine three different kinds of cheese: American, cheddar, and parmesan. Together, they deliver rich flavor and beautiful creaminess. Pro tip: Dor easier grating, put the block of cheese in the freezer for 5 minutes first.              Chicken-and-Polenta Puttanesca Melts          Chicken-and-Polenta Puttanesca Melts    View Recipe   To make this 25-minute meal, pour famously punchy puttanesca sauce over tender slices of precooked polenta (so smart!) and thin chicken cutlets. Top everything with creamy mozzarella, and you've got a hearty dinner with zip.             butternut-and-boursin-shells-102797812.jpg         Butternut-and-Boursin Shells    View Recipe   Herby, garlicky, creamy Boursin cheese puts pasta on the fast track to flavor in this dish. Roasted butternut squash, arugula, and hazelnuts round it out nicely.              skillet chicken potatoes olives         Braised Chicken with Potatoes, Olives, and Lemon    View Recipe   Cook chicken thighs and potatoes on the stove, then slide the pan into the oven to finish. The cooking liquid, along with garlic, olives, and lemon, turns into a pan sauce, so you'll want to have some crusty bread on hand to sop it up.             frittata-092-d111711.jpg         Mostly Greens Frittata    View Recipe   Spinach and Swiss chard work equally well in this good-for-you egg dish. Nutty Gruyère cheese melts beautifully with the rest of the ingredients, and adds a nice depth.              salmon-164-med110298.jpg         Roasted Salmon with Kale and Cabbage    View Recipe   To make this one-pan dish, you give kale and cabbage a head start in the oven; after a few minutes, you add salmon fillets to the sheet pan. About 10 minutes later, when everything's cooked, finish it with a lemon-dill-mustard dressing.             chow mein dish          Chow Mein    View Recipe   Craving takeout? Try this Chinese-American restaurant staple, which pairs crispy fried noodles with chicken and vegetables stir-fried in a thick brown sauce. Using Hong Kong chow mein noodles means you don't have to boil them ahead of time—a handy trick for when you're time-pressed.              Smoky Tofu Chili          Smoky Tofu Chili    View Recipe   Tofu in chili? It can be done. The trick is to use extra-firm tofu, which holds its shape through cooking and soaks up the big flavors from this recipe's aromatics, which include garlic, tomato paste, chipotle, and cumin.             shrimp and broccoli stir-fry         Spicy Shrimp-and-Broccoli Stir-Fry    View Recipe   With such a short list of ingredients (rice, shrimp, vegetable oil, broccoli, and chili-garlic sauce), each one counts. The chili-garlic sauce actually does double duty, adding both heat and deep, complex flavor.              green-chili-turkey-burger-017-d112910.jpg         Green-Chile Chicken Burgers    View Recipe   Making chicken burgers can be tricky, since the meat is lean, but a few smart tricks here ensure there's plenty of moisture. Canned green chiles and fresh cilantro bring plenty of flavor and juiciness, and a creamy spread made from sour cream gives the patties a little extra tang.             Pork-Meatball Skillet Bake          Pork-Meatball Skillet Bake    View Recipe   Sear and simmer tender, three-ingredient meatballs in a sweet pepper-studded tomato sauce, nestle in slices of toasted Italian bread, and top with mozzarella. After a trip to the broiler for maximum cheese-stretch effect, all you have left to do is to set the whole thing on the table and dig in.               dan-dan-noodles-034-d113087.jpg         Dan Dan Noodles    View Recipe   Homemade chili oil adds a delicious complexity to this pork-and-noodle dish. It's not hard to make, but you can definitely use regular hot chili oil if you prefer.             gingery shrimp salad with crispies         Gingery Shrimp Salad with Crispies    View Recipe   Juicy seared shrimp and crunchy tortilla strips make this healthy dinner salad seem like a special occasion treat, even though it's quick and easy enough to make on a weeknight. Another reason to love it: This dish has a fantastic balance of textures and flavors.              ginger spice chicken soup         Turmeric-Ginger Chicken Soup    View Recipe   A restorative, immunity-boosting soup, this easy dinner leans on store-bought broth and rotisserie chicken so you can get a delicious and nutritious meal on the table quickly.             easy chicken posole         Easy Chicken Posole    View Recipe   Store-bought broth and rotisserie chicken strike again in this quick take on the classic Mexican soup. Fresh cilantro sprigs add color and a fresh taste just before serving.             breakfast-for-dinner burritos         Breakfast-for-Dinner Burritos    View Recipe   Easy and delicious, these burritos are packed with hearty, filling ingredients (think: bacon, potatoes, hominy, cheddar), so they're a great choice for dinner or any meal of the day. Serve with salsa or hot sauce.              chicken-thigh piccata with broccoli rabe         Chicken-Thigh Piccata with Broccoli Rabe    View Recipe   A briny piccata sauce made with lemon juice, capers, and butter goes perfectly with boneless, skinless chicken thighs. Together, they make a winning weeknight dinner that's simpler to make than you'd think.             Steak-and-Egg Tacos          Steak-and-Egg Tacos    View Recipe   Here's another quick inspired-by-breakfast dinner recipe you'll want to make on the regular. It combines chili-dusted skirt steak and fluffy scrambled eggs and tucks them into blistered corn tortillas. Lime wedges, chopped tomato, cilantro, and crumbly queso fresco, are the fresh finishing touches.              tomato eggplant gnocchi         Tomato-Eggplant Gnocchi    View Recipe   We love this one-skillet supper because it's hearty, but not too heavy, and vegetarian, too. Storebought gnocchi cook atop an eggplant and tomato sauce; red pepper flakes and creamy ricotta round out the dish.             sheet pan chicken fajitas         Sheet-Pan Chicken Fajitas    View Recipe   Boneless, skinless chicken breast plus yellow and green bell peppers sizzle together on a sheet pan while tortillas warm in the same oven. To finish these delightful fajitas off, top with sour cream, salsa, and ripe avocado.              creamy chicken and mushrooms with egg noodles         Creamy Chicken and Mushrooms with Egg Noodles    View Recipe   Reminiscent of beef stroganoff, this weeknight dish stars chicken breasts—and the entire thing comes together in one large straight-sided skillet. After you sear the chicken, you cook the mushrooms and shallots and stir in mustard, broth, egg noodles, and cream cheese which quickly creates a rich sauce.              Cheater's Mac and Cheese recipe         Cheater's Mac and Cheese    View Recipe   If you need a comforting dinner stat, turn to this 20-minute mac-and-cheese, where pasta and broccoli are cooked in the same pot. Drain them, stir together with some reserved pasta water, cream cheese, butter, and parmesan, and dinner is served.              broccoli-and-chickpea parmesan         Broccoli-and-Chickpea Parmesan    View Recipe   You'll want to have a crusty baguette on hand for this one-pan dinner, which brings together chickpeas, marinara sauce, and mozzarella in a single skillet, then tops it off with wedges of roasted broccoli florets. A parmesan-and-panko blend adds crunch.             bacon-wrap-chicken-plate-050-mld110754.jpg         Broiled Bacon-Wrapped Chicken with Sweet Potatoes and Watercress    View Recipe   This lovely dinner deftly combines sweet and savory. On the one hand, you've got sweet potatoes, a spoonful of brown sugar, and red onion, which sweetens as it cooks. On the other, there are chicken breasts and bacon. In between, there's peppery watercress—which somehow ties everything together.              very veggie fried rice with eggs         Very Veggie Fried Rice with Eggs    View Recipe   Think of this as more of a general guideline than a recipe, because you can use whatever leftover vegetables you have for this quick dinner. Zucchini, broccoli, and green beans all work nicely, but if you have frozen peas and carrots on hand, add them, too. A dreamy fried egg is the protein topper that takes this easy weeknight meal to legendary status.               Gnocchi with Sausage, Zucchini, and Tomato          Gnocchi with Sausage, Zucchini, and Tomato    View Recipe   Quick-cooking ingredients like fresh tomatoes, sausage, zucchini, and store-bought gnocchi help get this dinner on the table in just 30 minutes. Enhancing the dish with prepared pesto is the last flavor-boosting step.             Greek mezze salad         Greek Mezze Salad    View Recipe   Lemony yogurt, cucumber salad, roasted za'atar chickpeas, and grape leaves come together in this delightful salad that has a pleasant combination of warm and cool.              ground chicken tacos on white plate         Ground Chicken Tacos    View Recipe   Whether or not it's Taco Tuesday, this quick and tasty meal is a no-brainer. Ground chicken gets a big-time flavor charge from spices and chipotle in adobo. Topping the tacos with pico de gallo adds another level of deliciousness.              skillet chili nachos         Skillet Chili Nachos    View Recipe   The fast track to making any night feel festive: a giant pan of nachos that layers meat, tortilla chips, cheese, and beans. If you whip up our easy beef chili in advance, you can get this meal on the table in just 20 minutes.             yellow squash shrimp scampi          Shrimp Scampi with Yellow-Squash Noodles    View Recipe   This low-carb dinner swaps in yellow squash strands in lieu of spaghetti, and offers protein, too, thanks to shrimp sautéed with butter, garlic, and red pepper flakes.              creamy lemon chicken with spinach and artichokes         Creamy Lemon Chicken with Spinach and Artichokes    View Recipe   If you love spinach-artichoke dip, put this great dinner on your menu. It incorporates cream cheese, spinach, artichoke, and lemon juice—along with a weeknight dinner classic, sautéed chicken cutlets (which cook in a flash).             pork-and-broccoli stir-fry         Gingery Pork-and-Broccoli Stir-Fry    View Recipe   Tasty, tender, and affordable pork tenderloin figures prominently in this ginger-and-broccoli stir-fry. And once you've honed the technique (super-high heat is key), you can apply it to all kinds of vegetables and proteins.              Fresh Cherry-Tomato Pasta Puttanesca         Pasta with No-Cook Puttanesca Sauce    View Recipe   Here's a great meal for when you have access to ripe, juicy tomatoes. Simply toss them with green olives, capers, and garlic, then finish the dish with Pecorino Romano cheese for a fresh take on a classic Italian pasta.             corn risotto with basil and tomato         Pressure-Cooker Corn Risotto    View Recipe   A weekend-worthy meal on a weeknight is well within reach when you use the Instant Pot or pressure cooker. To make this fantastic risotto, add corn cobs to the pot at the same time as the rice, which creates a broth that infuses the risotto with incomparable corn flavor. Save this recipe for peak summer, as it also calls for basil and cherry tomatoes.              blistered green-bean and corn frittata plate and fork         Blistered Green-Bean and Corn Frittata    View Recipe   Although this seasonal frittata calls for late-summer vegetables such as green beans, corn, and cherry tomatoes, you can absolutely swap in whatever vegetables are available to you at the time. And while frozen vegetables won't have quite the same fresh flavor, they can totally work in a pinch.             Parmesan Pork with Polenta and Asparagus         Parmesan Pork with Polenta and Asparagus    View Recipe   Parmesan does double duty in this quick and easy dinner: It's used to create a golden, umami-packed crust for pork cutlets and shaved over crisp-tender spears of asparagus. If you love its tangy, nutty flavor, definitely put this recipe on your list.              soba noodle bowl with tofu recipe plate         Soba-Noodle Bowl with Tofu    View Recipe   A quick, easy dinner that just so happens to be vegan? Sign us up. This one combines cold soba noodles, gingery asparagus, and luscious steamed tofu. Cilantro leaves and toasted sesame seeds make for nutty and bright garnishes.             green pasta turkey meatballs         Penne with Spinach Pesto and Turkey Sausage    View Recipe   Here's a smart way to incorporate spinach into your supper: Turn it into a super-green pesto, along with basil and peas, and use it to coat toothsome penne pasta. Separately, crisp some leaves in the oven for a crunchy topping. Coins of roasted Italian turkey sausage add nice heft to this delightful quick dinner.              red-hot-chicken-chickpeas-103242165         Red-Hot Chicken and Peppers    View Recipe   Heat seekers will adore this kicky meal, where a mix of hot sauce, smoked paprika, and roasted red-pepper infuse chicken legs. You roast the meat on a bed of chickpeas and peppers, so all of the juices infuse what's below; serve everything with fresh watercress and some toasted flatbread.             Potato Broccoli and Cheddar Soup         Potato, Broccoli, and Cheddar Soup    View Recipe   When you're serving soup as a main course, it helps if it's of the stick-to-your-bones variety—and this one definitely delivers. It uses broccoli in two ways: simmered until tender for the soup base and roasted for the garnish.              Shortcut Italian Wedding Soup         Shortcut Italian Wedding Soup    View Recipe   A parmesan rind is the powerhouse ingredient behind this fast, flavorful version of the classic soup. It also calls for sliced sausage in lieu of meatballs, which also cuts down considerably on the prep time.             bacon pasta cheese sauce thyme         Bacon Pasta with Cheese Sauce and Thyme    View Recipe   If you can find bacon ends and pieces at the grocery store, they're great for this recipe—the small pieces tend to have more fat, which equals more flavor. Of course, regular bacon cut into 1/2-inch pieces works wonderfully, too. Either way, the result is a rich weeknight pasta dinner.              buffalo chicken sandwiches         Buffalo Chicken Sandwiches    View Recipe   Buttery panko bread crumbs form a beautiful crust on chicken cutlets, and the "glue" that adheres them is pretty wonderful, too: a combination of mayonnaise and hot sauce. After you've cooked the chicken in the oven, lay each piece onto a bun with crumbled blue cheese, thin slices of celery, lettuce, mayo, and hot sauce.             broiled flounder         Broiled Mustard-Crusted Flounder    View Recipe   Plain Greek yogurt mixed with Dijon mustard and capers helps keep flounder fillets moist and tender in this easy weeknight recipe. The mixture bubbles and browns in the oven, and a light salad is a lovely accompaniment.              broiled fish with summer salad         Broiled Fish with Summer Salad    View Recipe   Here's another simple broiled fish dinner, and this one is even easier to make. Arrange lemon sole or flounder fillets on a rimmed baking sheet, coat them in a bit of oil, sprinkle with garlic, salt, and pepper, and broil for 5 minutes. While the fish cooks, toss together a quick salad and dinner is ready.             plated instant pot chicken and rice topped with green onion         Instant Pot Chicken Adobo and Rice    View Recipe   Making adobo, the national dish of the Philippines, usually takes hours, but not if you use an Instant Pot. The appliance makes the vinegar-braised dish so simple, transforming chicken thighs into a flavorful one-pot dinner that's sweet, sour, and a tad salty.               sausage-and-pepper-ragu-over-polenta-236-d113040-1.jpg         Sausage-and-Pepper Ragu Over Polenta    View Recipe   There's something so comforting about a pile of browned Italian sausage, colorful bell peppers, and onions stewed with tomato paste and chicken broth. Serve the ragu over creamy polenta topped with parmesan for a wonderfully satisfying and surprisingly fast dinner.             orange pork with watercress rice         Orange Pork with Watercress Rice    View Recipe   If you have a jar of orange marmalade in your pantry or fridge, put it to great use in this quick dinner recipe. It adds sweetness and citrus zing to pork tenderloin, and it's especially nice combined with fish sauce, fresh lime juice, garlic, and ginger.              pad-see-ew-102935768.jpg         Pad See Ew    View Recipe   Not as famous as Pad Thai but just as delicious, this beloved Thai dish calls for stir-frying rice noodles with soy sauce. The unique flavor comes from browning the ingredients and allowing the sauce to caramelize. It's still well within reach on a busy evening, though. Things happen quickly; just make sure your pan is so hot that you hear a sizzle throughout cooking.              Leek-and-Asparagus Crispy Rice         Leek-and-Asparagus Crispy Rice    View Recipe   Here's a great reminder that mixing varying textures can take a simple, weeknight dinner to new and delicious levels. Giving the rice a few minutes in a hot skillet helps it form a crackly crust, and those little nuggets of crunch disperse throughout the dish. Leeks take on a buttery quality once cooked, melting into fluffy rice and crisp-tender asparagus. And an egg—fried just until the yolk can be used as a silky sauce—is the finishing touch on top of a most excellent vegetarian rice bowl.              Chicken Schnitzel with Dill and Sesame         Chicken Schnitzel with Dill and Sesame    View Recipe   A few small tweaks turn what might be a ho-hum dinner into something special. First, you pound the chicken breasts into thin cutlets, which helps them cook in a flash. And then, you season the flour and panko mixture (not just the meat), and add sesame seeds for a nutty crunch. The result: a deliciously crispy dinner that's fantastic alongside a Watercress-Apple Relish.              fried rice eggs         Crisped Brown Rice with Beef, Vegetables, and Eggs    View Recipe   This dish has it all: carbs (rice), protein (sirloin steak and baked eggs), and vegetables (carrots and cabbage), and it's also a smart way to use up leftover cooked rice.             Grilled-Chicken-and-Zucchini Salad recipe         Grilled-Chicken-and-Zucchini Salad    View Recipe   A 15-minute marinade in garlicky, dill-flecked yogurt before grilling turns cutlets super flavorful in this chicken and zucchini salad. And if you don't have a grill, you can easily cook them in a cast-iron skillet or nonstick frying pan. Serve the chicken with a super-speedy romaine-and-radish salad, plus planks of zucchini brightened with lemon zest.              Greek mezze salad         Barbecued-Chicken Salad    View Recipe   The smoky marinade in this dish doubles as a salad dressing. With its combo of lime zest and juice, garlic, paprika and honey, it would also be perfect for marinating grilled fish tacos or flavoring simple grilled or roasted vegetables.             Grilled Pork Cutlets with Watermelon-Cucumber Salad         Grilled Pork Cutlets with Watermelon-Cucumber Salad    View Recipe   Watermelon is a terrific ingredient to add to savory salads, as this Vietnamese- and Thai-inspired recipe shows. Wedges of the sweet fruit paired with half-moons of cucumber do a bang-up job in giving cool contrast to sliced chile and grilled pork (chicken works, too).              cashew chicken kebabs         Cashew-Chicken Kebabs    View Recipe   Try something different and delicious for dinner tonight. These kebabs are dressed in a sauce that you make from pulsing cashews and curry paste together with water. Vermicelli rice noodles are a great accompaniment and soak up the juices nicely.             mint pasta zucchini pecorino         Pasta with Zucchini, Mint, and Pecorino    View Recipe   This beautiful Italian supper smartly turns grated zucchini, anchovies, garlic, and a splash of pasta water into a delightful sauce for gemelli (though any pasta works). Finish the dish with finely grated, salty Pecorino Romano and chopped fresh mint for a final burst of flavor.              easy beef chili with sour cream in bowl         Easy Beef Chili    View Recipe   Some chili recipes need to simmer for hours, but this speedy version comes together in a flash. Its base is ground beef (there are no beans) spiced with aromatics, then amped up with fire-roasted tomatoes, chili powder, and cocoa. Have some sour cream and sliced scallions on hand to temper the heat.             Chipotle Chicken and White-Bean Soup         Chipotle Chicken and White-Bean Soup    View Recipe   Keep canned tomato sauce, chipotle in adobo, and white beans in your pantry, and you'll never be far from getting this quick, one-pot take on tortilla soup on the table. Top the soup off with sliced radishes, tortilla chips, and diced avocado for a fresh finish and a little crunch.              spanish cod with chorizo and fennel recipe plate         Spanish Cod with Chorizo and Fennel    View Recipe   Chorizo lends rich flavor to cod in this easy recipe, which also includes fennel, cherry tomatoes, garlic, and orange. You cook the fish in parchment paper, which keeps it moist, and also makes cleanup easy. Serve this healthy entrée with a simple salad and some bread for sopping up the juices.             Cauliflower-and-Chickpea Pitas with Creamy Yogurt Sauce          Cauliflower-and-Chickpea Pitas with Creamy Yogurt Sauce    View Recipe   Here's a dinner sandwich that's bursting with flavor and good for you, too. It's a falafel-inspired pita sandwich stuffed with crunchy roasted chickpeas and spiced roasted cauliflower. Drizzle it with a bright, zippy lime-jalapeño yogurt sauce and dig in.              sweet-and-sour chicken-noodle bowl         Sweet-and-Sour Chicken-Noodle Bowl    View Recipe   You can take this refreshing noodle bowl anywhere—whether that's your kitchen table or outside for a picnic. It's a pleasant combo of crunchy carrots, cabbage, and cucumbers; a sweet and tangy lime-chili-ginger dressing; thin and tender rice noodles; and sliced roast chicken.              grilled-halloumi-and-veggie wraps         Grilled-Halloumi-and-Vegetable Wraps    View Recipe   Have we mentioned how much we love vegetarian dinner sandwiches? Here's another one to add to your rotation, starring halloumi cheese, which stands up well to high heat. Grill it (or just toss it in a hot pan) along with bell peppers, zucchini, and radicchio; then wrap it up in a warm tortilla for easy eating.               summer-vegetable-and-bean-tacos-d107287-0615.jpg         Summer Vegetable and Bean Tacos    View Recipe   Skillet-cooked onion, squash and bell peppers; warmed black beans and chili powder; and some warm tortillas come together to make a tasty and easy veggie taco dinner. Have some sour cream and salsa nearby for topping.              lemony pesto chicken soup         Lemony Pesto Chicken Soup    View Recipe   Store-bought broth, rotisserie chicken, and pesto transform into a bright, lively soup with this quick recipe. The best part: It's ready in just 20 minutes!              Spaghetti with Spinach, Peas, and Herbed Ricotta         Spaghetti with Spinach, Peas, and Herbed Ricotta    View Recipe   This vegetarian pasta is great any time of year, but feels especially right in spring, when fresh peas are in season. Combine them with lemon zest, fresh basil, spinach, and ricotta, add spaghetti, and you've got a bright, wonderful supper.             Cheese-Stuffed Tostadas          Cheese-Stuffed Tostadas    View Recipe   Change up taco night with tostadas, where crispy tortillas form the base, for a delicious melange of vegetable toppings. Here, it's a creamy black bean mash, smoky chipotle, and plenty of melty cheese. Garnish with lettuce, radishes, salsa, and cilantro leaves.              Chicken Paillard With Caprese Panzanella          Chicken Paillard with Caprese Panzanella    View Recipe   This weeknight dinner takes the classic Italian salad panzanella, with bread and tomatoes, and turns it into a hearty main meal by adding creamy mozzarella and quick-cooking chicken cutlets. Capers add a salty burst and fresh basil keeps everything tasting light and bright.             pasta-peppers-squash-tomatoes-med108372.jpg         Pasta with Peppers, Squash, and Tomatoes    View Recipe   This hearty meal feels like a Sunday supper, but it's well within range on a weeknight. While the pasta cooks, add your brown sausage in a skillet, then cook bell pepper, squash, and tomatoes. Along with some pasta water, they meld into a delicious sauce.               spaghetti-white-beans-143-d112755-0416.jpg         Herbed Spaghetti with Tomatoes and White Beans    View Recipe   Familiar and easy, pasta with a quickly-cooked tomato sauce is a weeknight staple. Add white beans, and you've got an even more substantial meal that hits the spot.             salmon-shiitake rice bowls served with cucumber         Salmon-Shiitake Rice Bowls    View Recipe   Rice bowls are such a great way to turn humble ingredients into a crowd-pleasing dinner. In this one, umami, that hard-to-place but undeniably savory flavor, shows up in both the sautéed shiitake mushrooms and the miso paste of the salmon glaze.              quick-chicken-with-zucchini-and-greens-0615-d107287.jpg         Quick Chicken with Zucchini and Greens    View Recipe   It doesn't get much simpler than this dinner salad, which unites greens, shredded rotisserie chicken, matchsticks of raw zucchini, red onion, and almonds with an olive oil-lemon juice dressing. It's fresh and delicious, and comes together with minimal effort.             med105536_0510_meatballs.jpg         30-Minute Spaghetti and Meatballs    View Recipe   The beauty of sausage is that it's pre-seasoned and cooks quickly, which means you can easily turn it into tasty meatballs without additional ingredients or mixing. A simple tomato sauce comes together in the time it takes for you to boil the pasta.              chowder-fish-0583-d111106-0614.jpg         Fish Chowder    View Recipe   A comforting bowl of chowder in just 45 minutes? Yes, please. Here, the natural starches in russet potatoes provide body, while a touch of heavy cream adds velvety richness. The result is a naturally gluten-free soup with a light, creamy consistency that lets more delicate flavors, like shallots and fish, shine through.             chicken-paillard-with-squash-spinach-feta-179-exp3-d113040-1.jpg         Chicken Cutlets with Summer Squash and Feta    View Recipe   To make this easy meal, start with chicken cutlets, which cook in a matter of minutes. Dredging them in flour helps form a luscious pan gravy, which means you'll definitely want some crusty bread for serving.              dinner-001b-med110615.jpg         Chicken Puttanesca with Orzo    View Recipe   This richly layered Italian-inspired pasta dish is a fast and easy meal to put together on a weeknight. And while the salty-sweet sauce is usually served with spaghetti, it pairs wonderfully well with chicken and orzo, too.             eggplant-burger-024-ld111042.jpg         Eggplant-Mozzarella Melt    View Recipe   Eggplant sandwiches may not sound exciting, but hear us out: Grill eggplant slices and top them with slices of mozzarella, then layer them onto toasted rolls along with grilled onion, lettuce, and basil. You'll be amazed at how delicious they are.   

     one-pan pasta         One-Pan Pasta    View Recipe   There's a reason why this is one of our most popular recipes: All the ingredients cook together in a straight-sided skillet, it's delicious, and it's on the table in just 20 minutes. The one-pan wonder truly lives up to its name.   

     chicken mushrooms pan         Chicken with Mushrooms    View Recipe   There are so many wonderful ways to combine chicken and mushrooms, but what's special about this version is its classic simplicity. There's nothing crazy here: chicken cutlets, button mushrooms, some herbs, a bit of white wine, and chicken broth. Together, they're more than the sum of their parts.   

     Crispy Baked Chicken Flautas         Crispy Baked Chicken Flautas    View Recipe   If you feel like taking a break from taco night, try this weeknight spin on cheesy, crunchy flautas. You stuff tortillas with a smoky, spicy ground chicken-chipotle mixture, then crisp them up in the oven.   

     creamy baked tortellini with spinach         Creamy Baked Tortellini with Spinach    View Recipe   Here's a dish that feels rich enough to serve on a weekend night for company, but speedy enough to pull off on a busy weeknight. Briefly cook tortellini, toss it with fresh spinach and a super-quick homemade turkey ragu, top it with a crunchy seasoned panko mixture, and finish in the oven.   

     sausage-burgers-123-d112221.jpg         Sausage-and-Mushroom Burgers with Broccoli Rabe    View Recipe   We love sausage and broccoli rabe together with pasta, and as it turns out, they're great on a bun, too. Mushrooms and melted provolone take these burgers to the next level.   

     med102699_0307_chili.jpg         30-Minute Chili    View Recipe   This easy chili packs surprising flavor in such a short amount of time, thanks to powerhouse ingredients such as tomato paste, canned chipotle chiles in adobo sauce, cinnamon, and beer.   

     med105801_0311_und_pork_rice.jpg         Pork Fried Rice    View Recipe   If you have leftover cooked rice, you're already halfway to getting this quick meal on the table. It also includes ground pork, carrots, and peas—plus some scrambled egg for extra heft.   

     Spaghetti with Shrimp, Kale, and Burst Tomatoes         Spaghetti with Shrimp, Kale, and Burst Tomatoes    View Recipe   Quick-cooking shrimp is a weeknight dinner staple. Combined with kale, cherry tomatoes, and spaghetti, it's a fantastic meal that has plenty of health benefits, too.   

     ed104370_0309_cov005a.jpg         Easy Spaghetti and Meatballs    View Recipe   This well-known, crowd-pleasing meal isn't hard to make, and cooking it can be a great way to unwind after a long day. Mix the meatball ingredients, brown them in oil, then let them simmer in tomato sauce for about 10 minutes while the pasta cooks—and you've got dinner.    

     crispy salmon with coconut-ginger collards served with fresh cilantro         Crispy Salmon with Coconut-Ginger Collards    View Recipe   Collard greens stand up nicely to coconut milk, ginger, shallots, and chickpeas. Then, you top the creamy greens with protein-packed salmon, rice, lime wedges, and cilantro.    

     Quick Pork Goulash recipe         Quick Pork Goulash    View Recipe   Traditional goulash takes hours to make, but this weeknight-friendly version has a smart shortcut. Use pork tenderloin instead of shoulder roast, which becomes melt-in-your-mouth tender in a fraction of the time. Serve this comforting dish over buttered egg noodles with a crisp green salad on the side.   

     spicy cashew shrimp with rice         Cashew Shrimp    View Recipe   Oyster sauce, garlic, and ginger are the keys to big flavor in this takeout-inspired shrimp dish. Roasted cashews and sliced celery add welcome crunch.   

     Brothy Orzo and Pork Meatballs          Brothy Orzo and Pork Meatballs    View Recipe   This light and fresh one-pot dinner stars pork and fennel meatballs and orzo pasta. Lemon juice and fresh dill give it a zippy taste, and a bit of broth ties it all together.   

     pork pineapple plate         Broiled Spicy Pork and Pineapple    View Recipe   Pork and fruit are a winning combo, and this version uses pineapple, which lends a tropical feel. You place rounds of it on a rimmed baking sheet along with thin, boneless pork chops and scallions, and broil it all until browned. A ginger-lime dressing is the perfect finishing touch.   

     Spiced Chicken Kebabs with Pita          Spiced Chicken Kebabs with Pita    View Recipe   Sign us up for this quick and easy weeknight dinner of bright, earthy, herby, toasty za'atar-spiced chicken kebabs. They're wonderful with soft pita bread, crunchy cucumbers flecked with mint, and a fast garlic-forward yogurt sauce.   

     beef-stew-049-mld110677.jpg         North African Beef-and-Carrot Stew with Mint    View Recipe   Sirloin and carrots amped up with cinnamon, cayenne, and fresh mint make for a fast and flavorful dish that's especially nice served over steamed couscous.    

     test kitchen mac and cheese         Test Kitchen's Favorite Mac and Cheese    View Recipe   To make this stovetop dish, you combine three different kinds of cheese: American, cheddar, and parmesan. Together, they deliver rich flavor and beautiful creaminess. Pro tip: Dor easier grating, put the block of cheese in the freezer for 5 minutes first.   

     Chicken-and-Polenta Puttanesca Melts          Chicken-and-Polenta Puttanesca Melts    View Recipe   To make this 25-minute meal, pour famously punchy puttanesca sauce over tender slices of precooked polenta (so smart!) and thin chicken cutlets. Top everything with creamy mozzarella, and you've got a hearty dinner with zip.   

     butternut-and-boursin-shells-102797812.jpg         Butternut-and-Boursin Shells    View Recipe   Herby, garlicky, creamy Boursin cheese puts pasta on the fast track to flavor in this dish. Roasted butternut squash, arugula, and hazelnuts round it out nicely.   

     skillet chicken potatoes olives         Braised Chicken with Potatoes, Olives, and Lemon    View Recipe   Cook chicken thighs and potatoes on the stove, then slide the pan into the oven to finish. The cooking liquid, along with garlic, olives, and lemon, turns into a pan sauce, so you'll want to have some crusty bread on hand to sop it up.   

     frittata-092-d111711.jpg         Mostly Greens Frittata    View Recipe   Spinach and Swiss chard work equally well in this good-for-you egg dish. Nutty Gruyère cheese melts beautifully with the rest of the ingredients, and adds a nice depth.   

     salmon-164-med110298.jpg         Roasted Salmon with Kale and Cabbage    View Recipe   To make this one-pan dish, you give kale and cabbage a head start in the oven; after a few minutes, you add salmon fillets to the sheet pan. About 10 minutes later, when everything's cooked, finish it with a lemon-dill-mustard dressing.   

     chow mein dish          Chow Mein    View Recipe   Craving takeout? Try this Chinese-American restaurant staple, which pairs crispy fried noodles with chicken and vegetables stir-fried in a thick brown sauce. Using Hong Kong chow mein noodles means you don't have to boil them ahead of time—a handy trick for when you're time-pressed.   

     Smoky Tofu Chili          Smoky Tofu Chili    View Recipe   Tofu in chili? It can be done. The trick is to use extra-firm tofu, which holds its shape through cooking and soaks up the big flavors from this recipe's aromatics, which include garlic, tomato paste, chipotle, and cumin.   

     shrimp and broccoli stir-fry         Spicy Shrimp-and-Broccoli Stir-Fry    View Recipe   With such a short list of ingredients (rice, shrimp, vegetable oil, broccoli, and chili-garlic sauce), each one counts. The chili-garlic sauce actually does double duty, adding both heat and deep, complex flavor.   

     green-chili-turkey-burger-017-d112910.jpg         Green-Chile Chicken Burgers    View Recipe   Making chicken burgers can be tricky, since the meat is lean, but a few smart tricks here ensure there's plenty of moisture. Canned green chiles and fresh cilantro bring plenty of flavor and juiciness, and a creamy spread made from sour cream gives the patties a little extra tang.   

     Pork-Meatball Skillet Bake          Pork-Meatball Skillet Bake    View Recipe   Sear and simmer tender, three-ingredient meatballs in a sweet pepper-studded tomato sauce, nestle in slices of toasted Italian bread, and top with mozzarella. After a trip to the broiler for maximum cheese-stretch effect, all you have left to do is to set the whole thing on the table and dig in.    

     dan-dan-noodles-034-d113087.jpg         Dan Dan Noodles    View Recipe   Homemade chili oil adds a delicious complexity to this pork-and-noodle dish. It's not hard to make, but you can definitely use regular hot chili oil if you prefer.   

     gingery shrimp salad with crispies         Gingery Shrimp Salad with Crispies    View Recipe   Juicy seared shrimp and crunchy tortilla strips make this healthy dinner salad seem like a special occasion treat, even though it's quick and easy enough to make on a weeknight. Another reason to love it: This dish has a fantastic balance of textures and flavors.   

     ginger spice chicken soup         Turmeric-Ginger Chicken Soup    View Recipe   A restorative, immunity-boosting soup, this easy dinner leans on store-bought broth and rotisserie chicken so you can get a delicious and nutritious meal on the table quickly.   

     easy chicken posole         Easy Chicken Posole    View Recipe   Store-bought broth and rotisserie chicken strike again in this quick take on the classic Mexican soup. Fresh cilantro sprigs add color and a fresh taste just before serving.   

     breakfast-for-dinner burritos         Breakfast-for-Dinner Burritos    View Recipe   Easy and delicious, these burritos are packed with hearty, filling ingredients (think: bacon, potatoes, hominy, cheddar), so they're a great choice for dinner or any meal of the day. Serve with salsa or hot sauce.   

     chicken-thigh piccata with broccoli rabe         Chicken-Thigh Piccata with Broccoli Rabe    View Recipe   A briny piccata sauce made with lemon juice, capers, and butter goes perfectly with boneless, skinless chicken thighs. Together, they make a winning weeknight dinner that's simpler to make than you'd think.   

     Steak-and-Egg Tacos          Steak-and-Egg Tacos    View Recipe   Here's another quick inspired-by-breakfast dinner recipe you'll want to make on the regular. It combines chili-dusted skirt steak and fluffy scrambled eggs and tucks them into blistered corn tortillas. Lime wedges, chopped tomato, cilantro, and crumbly queso fresco, are the fresh finishing touches.   

     tomato eggplant gnocchi         Tomato-Eggplant Gnocchi    View Recipe   We love this one-skillet supper because it's hearty, but not too heavy, and vegetarian, too. Storebought gnocchi cook atop an eggplant and tomato sauce; red pepper flakes and creamy ricotta round out the dish.   

     sheet pan chicken fajitas         Sheet-Pan Chicken Fajitas    View Recipe   Boneless, skinless chicken breast plus yellow and green bell peppers sizzle together on a sheet pan while tortillas warm in the same oven. To finish these delightful fajitas off, top with sour cream, salsa, and ripe avocado.   

     creamy chicken and mushrooms with egg noodles         Creamy Chicken and Mushrooms with Egg Noodles    View Recipe   Reminiscent of beef stroganoff, this weeknight dish stars chicken breasts—and the entire thing comes together in one large straight-sided skillet. After you sear the chicken, you cook the mushrooms and shallots and stir in mustard, broth, egg noodles, and cream cheese which quickly creates a rich sauce.    

     Cheater's Mac and Cheese recipe         Cheater's Mac and Cheese    View Recipe   If you need a comforting dinner stat, turn to this 20-minute mac-and-cheese, where pasta and broccoli are cooked in the same pot. Drain them, stir together with some reserved pasta water, cream cheese, butter, and parmesan, and dinner is served.   

     broccoli-and-chickpea parmesan         Broccoli-and-Chickpea Parmesan    View Recipe   You'll want to have a crusty baguette on hand for this one-pan dinner, which brings together chickpeas, marinara sauce, and mozzarella in a single skillet, then tops it off with wedges of roasted broccoli florets. A parmesan-and-panko blend adds crunch.   

     bacon-wrap-chicken-plate-050-mld110754.jpg         Broiled Bacon-Wrapped Chicken with Sweet Potatoes and Watercress    View Recipe   This lovely dinner deftly combines sweet and savory. On the one hand, you've got sweet potatoes, a spoonful of brown sugar, and red onion, which sweetens as it cooks. On the other, there are chicken breasts and bacon. In between, there's peppery watercress—which somehow ties everything together.   

     very veggie fried rice with eggs         Very Veggie Fried Rice with Eggs    View Recipe   Think of this as more of a general guideline than a recipe, because you can use whatever leftover vegetables you have for this quick dinner. Zucchini, broccoli, and green beans all work nicely, but if you have frozen peas and carrots on hand, add them, too. A dreamy fried egg is the protein topper that takes this easy weeknight meal to legendary status.    

     Gnocchi with Sausage, Zucchini, and Tomato          Gnocchi with Sausage, Zucchini, and Tomato    View Recipe   Quick-cooking ingredients like fresh tomatoes, sausage, zucchini, and store-bought gnocchi help get this dinner on the table in just 30 minutes. Enhancing the dish with prepared pesto is the last flavor-boosting step.   

     Greek mezze salad         Greek Mezze Salad    View Recipe   Lemony yogurt, cucumber salad, roasted za'atar chickpeas, and grape leaves come together in this delightful salad that has a pleasant combination of warm and cool.    

     ground chicken tacos on white plate         Ground Chicken Tacos    View Recipe   Whether or not it's Taco Tuesday, this quick and tasty meal is a no-brainer. Ground chicken gets a big-time flavor charge from spices and chipotle in adobo. Topping the tacos with pico de gallo adds another level of deliciousness.   

     skillet chili nachos         Skillet Chili Nachos    View Recipe   The fast track to making any night feel festive: a giant pan of nachos that layers meat, tortilla chips, cheese, and beans. If you whip up our easy beef chili in advance, you can get this meal on the table in just 20 minutes.   

     yellow squash shrimp scampi          Shrimp Scampi with Yellow-Squash Noodles    View Recipe   This low-carb dinner swaps in yellow squash strands in lieu of spaghetti, and offers protein, too, thanks to shrimp sautéed with butter, garlic, and red pepper flakes.   

     creamy lemon chicken with spinach and artichokes         Creamy Lemon Chicken with Spinach and Artichokes    View Recipe   If you love spinach-artichoke dip, put this great dinner on your menu. It incorporates cream cheese, spinach, artichoke, and lemon juice—along with a weeknight dinner classic, sautéed chicken cutlets (which cook in a flash).   

     pork-and-broccoli stir-fry         Gingery Pork-and-Broccoli Stir-Fry    View Recipe   Tasty, tender, and affordable pork tenderloin figures prominently in this ginger-and-broccoli stir-fry. And once you've honed the technique (super-high heat is key), you can apply it to all kinds of vegetables and proteins.   

     Fresh Cherry-Tomato Pasta Puttanesca         Pasta with No-Cook Puttanesca Sauce    View Recipe   Here's a great meal for when you have access to ripe, juicy tomatoes. Simply toss them with green olives, capers, and garlic, then finish the dish with Pecorino Romano cheese for a fresh take on a classic Italian pasta.   

     corn risotto with basil and tomato         Pressure-Cooker Corn Risotto    View Recipe   A weekend-worthy meal on a weeknight is well within reach when you use the Instant Pot or pressure cooker. To make this fantastic risotto, add corn cobs to the pot at the same time as the rice, which creates a broth that infuses the risotto with incomparable corn flavor. Save this recipe for peak summer, as it also calls for basil and cherry tomatoes.   

     blistered green-bean and corn frittata plate and fork         Blistered Green-Bean and Corn Frittata    View Recipe   Although this seasonal frittata calls for late-summer vegetables such as green beans, corn, and cherry tomatoes, you can absolutely swap in whatever vegetables are available to you at the time. And while frozen vegetables won't have quite the same fresh flavor, they can totally work in a pinch.   

     Parmesan Pork with Polenta and Asparagus         Parmesan Pork with Polenta and Asparagus    View Recipe   Parmesan does double duty in this quick and easy dinner: It's used to create a golden, umami-packed crust for pork cutlets and shaved over crisp-tender spears of asparagus. If you love its tangy, nutty flavor, definitely put this recipe on your list.   

     soba noodle bowl with tofu recipe plate         Soba-Noodle Bowl with Tofu    View Recipe   A quick, easy dinner that just so happens to be vegan? Sign us up. This one combines cold soba noodles, gingery asparagus, and luscious steamed tofu. Cilantro leaves and toasted sesame seeds make for nutty and bright garnishes.   

     green pasta turkey meatballs         Penne with Spinach Pesto and Turkey Sausage    View Recipe   Here's a smart way to incorporate spinach into your supper: Turn it into a super-green pesto, along with basil and peas, and use it to coat toothsome penne pasta. Separately, crisp some leaves in the oven for a crunchy topping. Coins of roasted Italian turkey sausage add nice heft to this delightful quick dinner.   

     red-hot-chicken-chickpeas-103242165         Red-Hot Chicken and Peppers    View Recipe   Heat seekers will adore this kicky meal, where a mix of hot sauce, smoked paprika, and roasted red-pepper infuse chicken legs. You roast the meat on a bed of chickpeas and peppers, so all of the juices infuse what's below; serve everything with fresh watercress and some toasted flatbread.   

     Potato Broccoli and Cheddar Soup         Potato, Broccoli, and Cheddar Soup    View Recipe   When you're serving soup as a main course, it helps if it's of the stick-to-your-bones variety—and this one definitely delivers. It uses broccoli in two ways: simmered until tender for the soup base and roasted for the garnish.   

     Shortcut Italian Wedding Soup         Shortcut Italian Wedding Soup    View Recipe   A parmesan rind is the powerhouse ingredient behind this fast, flavorful version of the classic soup. It also calls for sliced sausage in lieu of meatballs, which also cuts down considerably on the prep time.   

     bacon pasta cheese sauce thyme         Bacon Pasta with Cheese Sauce and Thyme    View Recipe   If you can find bacon ends and pieces at the grocery store, they're great for this recipe—the small pieces tend to have more fat, which equals more flavor. Of course, regular bacon cut into 1/2-inch pieces works wonderfully, too. Either way, the result is a rich weeknight pasta dinner.   

     buffalo chicken sandwiches         Buffalo Chicken Sandwiches    View Recipe   Buttery panko bread crumbs form a beautiful crust on chicken cutlets, and the "glue" that adheres them is pretty wonderful, too: a combination of mayonnaise and hot sauce. After you've cooked the chicken in the oven, lay each piece onto a bun with crumbled blue cheese, thin slices of celery, lettuce, mayo, and hot sauce.   

     broiled flounder         Broiled Mustard-Crusted Flounder    View Recipe   Plain Greek yogurt mixed with Dijon mustard and capers helps keep flounder fillets moist and tender in this easy weeknight recipe. The mixture bubbles and browns in the oven, and a light salad is a lovely accompaniment.   

     broiled fish with summer salad         Broiled Fish with Summer Salad    View Recipe   Here's another simple broiled fish dinner, and this one is even easier to make. Arrange lemon sole or flounder fillets on a rimmed baking sheet, coat them in a bit of oil, sprinkle with garlic, salt, and pepper, and broil for 5 minutes. While the fish cooks, toss together a quick salad and dinner is ready.   

     plated instant pot chicken and rice topped with green onion         Instant Pot Chicken Adobo and Rice    View Recipe   Making adobo, the national dish of the Philippines, usually takes hours, but not if you use an Instant Pot. The appliance makes the vinegar-braised dish so simple, transforming chicken thighs into a flavorful one-pot dinner that's sweet, sour, and a tad salty.    

     sausage-and-pepper-ragu-over-polenta-236-d113040-1.jpg         Sausage-and-Pepper Ragu Over Polenta    View Recipe   There's something so comforting about a pile of browned Italian sausage, colorful bell peppers, and onions stewed with tomato paste and chicken broth. Serve the ragu over creamy polenta topped with parmesan for a wonderfully satisfying and surprisingly fast dinner.   

     orange pork with watercress rice         Orange Pork with Watercress Rice    View Recipe   If you have a jar of orange marmalade in your pantry or fridge, put it to great use in this quick dinner recipe. It adds sweetness and citrus zing to pork tenderloin, and it's especially nice combined with fish sauce, fresh lime juice, garlic, and ginger.   

     pad-see-ew-102935768.jpg         Pad See Ew    View Recipe   Not as famous as Pad Thai but just as delicious, this beloved Thai dish calls for stir-frying rice noodles with soy sauce. The unique flavor comes from browning the ingredients and allowing the sauce to caramelize. It's still well within reach on a busy evening, though. Things happen quickly; just make sure your pan is so hot that you hear a sizzle throughout cooking.   

     Leek-and-Asparagus Crispy Rice         Leek-and-Asparagus Crispy Rice    View Recipe   Here's a great reminder that mixing varying textures can take a simple, weeknight dinner to new and delicious levels. Giving the rice a few minutes in a hot skillet helps it form a crackly crust, and those little nuggets of crunch disperse throughout the dish. Leeks take on a buttery quality once cooked, melting into fluffy rice and crisp-tender asparagus. And an egg—fried just until the yolk can be used as a silky sauce—is the finishing touch on top of a most excellent vegetarian rice bowl.   

     Chicken Schnitzel with Dill and Sesame         Chicken Schnitzel with Dill and Sesame    View Recipe   A few small tweaks turn what might be a ho-hum dinner into something special. First, you pound the chicken breasts into thin cutlets, which helps them cook in a flash. And then, you season the flour and panko mixture (not just the meat), and add sesame seeds for a nutty crunch. The result: a deliciously crispy dinner that's fantastic alongside a Watercress-Apple Relish.   

     fried rice eggs         Crisped Brown Rice with Beef, Vegetables, and Eggs    View Recipe   This dish has it all: carbs (rice), protein (sirloin steak and baked eggs), and vegetables (carrots and cabbage), and it's also a smart way to use up leftover cooked rice.   

     Grilled-Chicken-and-Zucchini Salad recipe         Grilled-Chicken-and-Zucchini Salad    View Recipe   A 15-minute marinade in garlicky, dill-flecked yogurt before grilling turns cutlets super flavorful in this chicken and zucchini salad. And if you don't have a grill, you can easily cook them in a cast-iron skillet or nonstick frying pan. Serve the chicken with a super-speedy romaine-and-radish salad, plus planks of zucchini brightened with lemon zest.   

     Greek mezze salad         Barbecued-Chicken Salad    View Recipe   The smoky marinade in this dish doubles as a salad dressing. With its combo of lime zest and juice, garlic, paprika and honey, it would also be perfect for marinating grilled fish tacos or flavoring simple grilled or roasted vegetables.   

     Grilled Pork Cutlets with Watermelon-Cucumber Salad         Grilled Pork Cutlets with Watermelon-Cucumber Salad    View Recipe   Watermelon is a terrific ingredient to add to savory salads, as this Vietnamese- and Thai-inspired recipe shows. Wedges of the sweet fruit paired with half-moons of cucumber do a bang-up job in giving cool contrast to sliced chile and grilled pork (chicken works, too).   

     cashew chicken kebabs         Cashew-Chicken Kebabs    View Recipe   Try something different and delicious for dinner tonight. These kebabs are dressed in a sauce that you make from pulsing cashews and curry paste together with water. Vermicelli rice noodles are a great accompaniment and soak up the juices nicely.   

     mint pasta zucchini pecorino         Pasta with Zucchini, Mint, and Pecorino    View Recipe   This beautiful Italian supper smartly turns grated zucchini, anchovies, garlic, and a splash of pasta water into a delightful sauce for gemelli (though any pasta works). Finish the dish with finely grated, salty Pecorino Romano and chopped fresh mint for a final burst of flavor.   

     easy beef chili with sour cream in bowl         Easy Beef Chili    View Recipe   Some chili recipes need to simmer for hours, but this speedy version comes together in a flash. Its base is ground beef (there are no beans) spiced with aromatics, then amped up with fire-roasted tomatoes, chili powder, and cocoa. Have some sour cream and sliced scallions on hand to temper the heat.   

     Chipotle Chicken and White-Bean Soup         Chipotle Chicken and White-Bean Soup    View Recipe   Keep canned tomato sauce, chipotle in adobo, and white beans in your pantry, and you'll never be far from getting this quick, one-pot take on tortilla soup on the table. Top the soup off with sliced radishes, tortilla chips, and diced avocado for a fresh finish and a little crunch.   

     spanish cod with chorizo and fennel recipe plate         Spanish Cod with Chorizo and Fennel    View Recipe   Chorizo lends rich flavor to cod in this easy recipe, which also includes fennel, cherry tomatoes, garlic, and orange. You cook the fish in parchment paper, which keeps it moist, and also makes cleanup easy. Serve this healthy entrée with a simple salad and some bread for sopping up the juices.   

     Cauliflower-and-Chickpea Pitas with Creamy Yogurt Sauce          Cauliflower-and-Chickpea Pitas with Creamy Yogurt Sauce    View Recipe   Here's a dinner sandwich that's bursting with flavor and good for you, too. It's a falafel-inspired pita sandwich stuffed with crunchy roasted chickpeas and spiced roasted cauliflower. Drizzle it with a bright, zippy lime-jalapeño yogurt sauce and dig in.   

     sweet-and-sour chicken-noodle bowl         Sweet-and-Sour Chicken-Noodle Bowl    View Recipe   You can take this refreshing noodle bowl anywhere—whether that's your kitchen table or outside for a picnic. It's a pleasant combo of crunchy carrots, cabbage, and cucumbers; a sweet and tangy lime-chili-ginger dressing; thin and tender rice noodles; and sliced roast chicken.    

     grilled-halloumi-and-veggie wraps         Grilled-Halloumi-and-Vegetable Wraps    View Recipe   Have we mentioned how much we love vegetarian dinner sandwiches? Here's another one to add to your rotation, starring halloumi cheese, which stands up well to high heat. Grill it (or just toss it in a hot pan) along with bell peppers, zucchini, and radicchio; then wrap it up in a warm tortilla for easy eating.    

     summer-vegetable-and-bean-tacos-d107287-0615.jpg         Summer Vegetable and Bean Tacos    View Recipe   Skillet-cooked onion, squash and bell peppers; warmed black beans and chili powder; and some warm tortillas come together to make a tasty and easy veggie taco dinner. Have some sour cream and salsa nearby for topping.    

     lemony pesto chicken soup         Lemony Pesto Chicken Soup    View Recipe   Store-bought broth, rotisserie chicken, and pesto transform into a bright, lively soup with this quick recipe. The best part: It's ready in just 20 minutes!   

     Spaghetti with Spinach, Peas, and Herbed Ricotta         Spaghetti with Spinach, Peas, and Herbed Ricotta    View Recipe   This vegetarian pasta is great any time of year, but feels especially right in spring, when fresh peas are in season. Combine them with lemon zest, fresh basil, spinach, and ricotta, add spaghetti, and you've got a bright, wonderful supper.   

     Cheese-Stuffed Tostadas          Cheese-Stuffed Tostadas    View Recipe   Change up taco night with tostadas, where crispy tortillas form the base, for a delicious melange of vegetable toppings. Here, it's a creamy black bean mash, smoky chipotle, and plenty of melty cheese. Garnish with lettuce, radishes, salsa, and cilantro leaves.   

     Chicken Paillard With Caprese Panzanella          Chicken Paillard with Caprese Panzanella    View Recipe   This weeknight dinner takes the classic Italian salad panzanella, with bread and tomatoes, and turns it into a hearty main meal by adding creamy mozzarella and quick-cooking chicken cutlets. Capers add a salty burst and fresh basil keeps everything tasting light and bright.   

     pasta-peppers-squash-tomatoes-med108372.jpg         Pasta with Peppers, Squash, and Tomatoes    View Recipe   This hearty meal feels like a Sunday supper, but it's well within range on a weeknight. While the pasta cooks, add your brown sausage in a skillet, then cook bell pepper, squash, and tomatoes. Along with some pasta water, they meld into a delicious sauce.    

     spaghetti-white-beans-143-d112755-0416.jpg         Herbed Spaghetti with Tomatoes and White Beans    View Recipe   Familiar and easy, pasta with a quickly-cooked tomato sauce is a weeknight staple. Add white beans, and you've got an even more substantial meal that hits the spot.   

     salmon-shiitake rice bowls served with cucumber         Salmon-Shiitake Rice Bowls    View Recipe   Rice bowls are such a great way to turn humble ingredients into a crowd-pleasing dinner. In this one, umami, that hard-to-place but undeniably savory flavor, shows up in both the sautéed shiitake mushrooms and the miso paste of the salmon glaze.   

     quick-chicken-with-zucchini-and-greens-0615-d107287.jpg         Quick Chicken with Zucchini and Greens    View Recipe   It doesn't get much simpler than this dinner salad, which unites greens, shredded rotisserie chicken, matchsticks of raw zucchini, red onion, and almonds with an olive oil-lemon juice dressing. It's fresh and delicious, and comes together with minimal effort.   

     med105536_0510_meatballs.jpg         30-Minute Spaghetti and Meatballs    View Recipe   The beauty of sausage is that it's pre-seasoned and cooks quickly, which means you can easily turn it into tasty meatballs without additional ingredients or mixing. A simple tomato sauce comes together in the time it takes for you to boil the pasta.   

     chowder-fish-0583-d111106-0614.jpg         Fish Chowder    View Recipe   A comforting bowl of chowder in just 45 minutes? Yes, please. Here, the natural starches in russet potatoes provide body, while a touch of heavy cream adds velvety richness. The result is a naturally gluten-free soup with a light, creamy consistency that lets more delicate flavors, like shallots and fish, shine through.   

     chicken-paillard-with-squash-spinach-feta-179-exp3-d113040-1.jpg         Chicken Cutlets with Summer Squash and Feta    View Recipe   To make this easy meal, start with chicken cutlets, which cook in a matter of minutes. Dredging them in flour helps form a luscious pan gravy, which means you'll definitely want some crusty bread for serving.   

     dinner-001b-med110615.jpg         Chicken Puttanesca with Orzo    View Recipe   This richly layered Italian-inspired pasta dish is a fast and easy meal to put together on a weeknight. And while the salty-sweet sauce is usually served with spaghetti, it pairs wonderfully well with chicken and orzo, too.   

     eggplant-burger-024-ld111042.jpg         Eggplant-Mozzarella Melt    View Recipe   Eggplant sandwiches may not sound exciting, but hear us out: Grill eggplant slices and top them with slices of mozzarella, then layer them onto toasted rolls along with grilled onion, lettuce, and basil. You'll be amazed at how delicious they are.   

   one-pan pasta         One-Pan Pasta    View Recipe   There's a reason why this is one of our most popular recipes: All the ingredients cook together in a straight-sided skillet, it's delicious, and it's on the table in just 20 minutes. The one-pan wonder truly lives up to its name.  

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One-Pan Pasta

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There’s a reason why this is one of our most popular recipes: All the ingredients cook together in a straight-sided skillet, it’s delicious, and it’s on the table in just 20 minutes. The one-pan wonder truly lives up to its name.

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one-pan pasta    

one-pan pasta

one-pan pasta

One-Pan Pasta

There’s a reason why this is one of our most popular recipes: All the ingredients cook together in a straight-sided skillet, it’s delicious, and it’s on the table in just 20 minutes. The one-pan wonder truly lives up to its name.

   chicken mushrooms pan         Chicken with Mushrooms    View Recipe   There are so many wonderful ways to combine chicken and mushrooms, but what's special about this version is its classic simplicity. There's nothing crazy here: chicken cutlets, button mushrooms, some herbs, a bit of white wine, and chicken broth. Together, they're more than the sum of their parts.  

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Chicken with Mushrooms

There are so many wonderful ways to combine chicken and mushrooms, but what’s special about this version is its classic simplicity. There’s nothing crazy here: chicken cutlets, button mushrooms, some herbs, a bit of white wine, and chicken broth. Together, they’re more than the sum of their parts.

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chicken mushrooms pan    

chicken mushrooms pan

chicken mushrooms pan

Chicken with Mushrooms

There are so many wonderful ways to combine chicken and mushrooms, but what’s special about this version is its classic simplicity. There’s nothing crazy here: chicken cutlets, button mushrooms, some herbs, a bit of white wine, and chicken broth. Together, they’re more than the sum of their parts.

   Crispy Baked Chicken Flautas         Crispy Baked Chicken Flautas    View Recipe   If you feel like taking a break from taco night, try this weeknight spin on cheesy, crunchy flautas. You stuff tortillas with a smoky, spicy ground chicken-chipotle mixture, then crisp them up in the oven.  

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Crispy Baked Chicken Flautas

If you feel like taking a break from taco night, try this weeknight spin on cheesy, crunchy flautas. You stuff tortillas with a smoky, spicy ground chicken-chipotle mixture, then crisp them up in the oven.

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Crispy Baked Chicken Flautas    

Crispy Baked Chicken Flautas

Crispy Baked Chicken Flautas

Crispy Baked Chicken Flautas

If you feel like taking a break from taco night, try this weeknight spin on cheesy, crunchy flautas. You stuff tortillas with a smoky, spicy ground chicken-chipotle mixture, then crisp them up in the oven.

   creamy baked tortellini with spinach         Creamy Baked Tortellini with Spinach    View Recipe   Here's a dish that feels rich enough to serve on a weekend night for company, but speedy enough to pull off on a busy weeknight. Briefly cook tortellini, toss it with fresh spinach and a super-quick homemade turkey ragu, top it with a crunchy seasoned panko mixture, and finish in the oven.  

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Creamy Baked Tortellini with Spinach

Here’s a dish that feels rich enough to serve on a weekend night for company, but speedy enough to pull off on a busy weeknight. Briefly cook tortellini, toss it with fresh spinach and a super-quick homemade turkey ragu, top it with a crunchy seasoned panko mixture, and finish in the oven.

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creamy baked tortellini with spinach    

creamy baked tortellini with spinach

creamy baked tortellini with spinach

Creamy Baked Tortellini with Spinach

Here’s a dish that feels rich enough to serve on a weekend night for company, but speedy enough to pull off on a busy weeknight. Briefly cook tortellini, toss it with fresh spinach and a super-quick homemade turkey ragu, top it with a crunchy seasoned panko mixture, and finish in the oven.

   sausage-burgers-123-d112221.jpg         Sausage-and-Mushroom Burgers with Broccoli Rabe    View Recipe   We love sausage and broccoli rabe together with pasta, and as it turns out, they're great on a bun, too. Mushrooms and melted provolone take these burgers to the next level.  

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Sausage-and-Mushroom Burgers with Broccoli Rabe

We love sausage and broccoli rabe together with pasta, and as it turns out, they’re great on a bun, too. Mushrooms and melted provolone take these burgers to the next level.

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Sausage-and-Mushroom Burgers with Broccoli Rabe

We love sausage and broccoli rabe together with pasta, and as it turns out, they’re great on a bun, too. Mushrooms and melted provolone take these burgers to the next level.

   med102699_0307_chili.jpg         30-Minute Chili    View Recipe   This easy chili packs surprising flavor in such a short amount of time, thanks to powerhouse ingredients such as tomato paste, canned chipotle chiles in adobo sauce, cinnamon, and beer.  

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30-Minute Chili

This easy chili packs surprising flavor in such a short amount of time, thanks to powerhouse ingredients such as tomato paste, canned chipotle chiles in adobo sauce, cinnamon, and beer.

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30-Minute Chili

This easy chili packs surprising flavor in such a short amount of time, thanks to powerhouse ingredients such as tomato paste, canned chipotle chiles in adobo sauce, cinnamon, and beer.

   med105801_0311_und_pork_rice.jpg         Pork Fried Rice    View Recipe   If you have leftover cooked rice, you're already halfway to getting this quick meal on the table. It also includes ground pork, carrots, and peas—plus some scrambled egg for extra heft.  

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Pork Fried Rice

If you have leftover cooked rice, you’re already halfway to getting this quick meal on the table. It also includes ground pork, carrots, and peas—plus some scrambled egg for extra heft.

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Pork Fried Rice

If you have leftover cooked rice, you’re already halfway to getting this quick meal on the table. It also includes ground pork, carrots, and peas—plus some scrambled egg for extra heft.

   Spaghetti with Shrimp, Kale, and Burst Tomatoes         Spaghetti with Shrimp, Kale, and Burst Tomatoes    View Recipe   Quick-cooking shrimp is a weeknight dinner staple. Combined with kale, cherry tomatoes, and spaghetti, it's a fantastic meal that has plenty of health benefits, too.  

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Spaghetti with Shrimp, Kale, and Burst Tomatoes

Quick-cooking shrimp is a weeknight dinner staple. Combined with kale, cherry tomatoes, and spaghetti, it’s a fantastic meal that has plenty of health benefits, too.

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Spaghetti with Shrimp, Kale, and Burst Tomatoes    

Spaghetti with Shrimp, Kale, and Burst Tomatoes

Spaghetti with Shrimp, Kale, and Burst Tomatoes

Spaghetti with Shrimp, Kale, and Burst Tomatoes

Quick-cooking shrimp is a weeknight dinner staple. Combined with kale, cherry tomatoes, and spaghetti, it’s a fantastic meal that has plenty of health benefits, too.

   ed104370_0309_cov005a.jpg         Easy Spaghetti and Meatballs    View Recipe   This well-known, crowd-pleasing meal isn't hard to make, and cooking it can be a great way to unwind after a long day. Mix the meatball ingredients, brown them in oil, then let them simmer in tomato sauce for about 10 minutes while the pasta cooks—and you've got dinner.   

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Easy Spaghetti and Meatballs

This well-known, crowd-pleasing meal isn’t hard to make, and cooking it can be a great way to unwind after a long day. Mix the meatball ingredients, brown them in oil, then let them simmer in tomato sauce for about 10 minutes while the pasta cooks—and you’ve got dinner. 

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Easy Spaghetti and Meatballs

This well-known, crowd-pleasing meal isn’t hard to make, and cooking it can be a great way to unwind after a long day. Mix the meatball ingredients, brown them in oil, then let them simmer in tomato sauce for about 10 minutes while the pasta cooks—and you’ve got dinner. 

   crispy salmon with coconut-ginger collards served with fresh cilantro         Crispy Salmon with Coconut-Ginger Collards    View Recipe   Collard greens stand up nicely to coconut milk, ginger, shallots, and chickpeas. Then, you top the creamy greens with protein-packed salmon, rice, lime wedges, and cilantro.   

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Crispy Salmon with Coconut-Ginger Collards

Collard greens stand up nicely to coconut milk, ginger, shallots, and chickpeas. Then, you top the creamy greens with protein-packed salmon, rice, lime wedges, and cilantro. 

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crispy salmon with coconut-ginger collards served with fresh cilantro    

crispy salmon with coconut-ginger collards served with fresh cilantro

crispy salmon with coconut-ginger collards served with fresh cilantro

Crispy Salmon with Coconut-Ginger Collards

Collard greens stand up nicely to coconut milk, ginger, shallots, and chickpeas. Then, you top the creamy greens with protein-packed salmon, rice, lime wedges, and cilantro. 

   Quick Pork Goulash recipe         Quick Pork Goulash    View Recipe   Traditional goulash takes hours to make, but this weeknight-friendly version has a smart shortcut. Use pork tenderloin instead of shoulder roast, which becomes melt-in-your-mouth tender in a fraction of the time. Serve this comforting dish over buttered egg noodles with a crisp green salad on the side.  

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Quick Pork Goulash

Traditional goulash takes hours to make, but this weeknight-friendly version has a smart shortcut. Use pork tenderloin instead of shoulder roast, which becomes melt-in-your-mouth tender in a fraction of the time. Serve this comforting dish over buttered egg noodles with a crisp green salad on the side.

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Quick Pork Goulash recipe    

Quick Pork Goulash recipe

Quick Pork Goulash recipe

Quick Pork Goulash

Traditional goulash takes hours to make, but this weeknight-friendly version has a smart shortcut. Use pork tenderloin instead of shoulder roast, which becomes melt-in-your-mouth tender in a fraction of the time. Serve this comforting dish over buttered egg noodles with a crisp green salad on the side.

   spicy cashew shrimp with rice         Cashew Shrimp    View Recipe   Oyster sauce, garlic, and ginger are the keys to big flavor in this takeout-inspired shrimp dish. Roasted cashews and sliced celery add welcome crunch.  

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Cashew Shrimp

Oyster sauce, garlic, and ginger are the keys to big flavor in this takeout-inspired shrimp dish. Roasted cashews and sliced celery add welcome crunch.

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spicy cashew shrimp with rice    

spicy cashew shrimp with rice

spicy cashew shrimp with rice

Cashew Shrimp

Oyster sauce, garlic, and ginger are the keys to big flavor in this takeout-inspired shrimp dish. Roasted cashews and sliced celery add welcome crunch.

   Brothy Orzo and Pork Meatballs          Brothy Orzo and Pork Meatballs    View Recipe   This light and fresh one-pot dinner stars pork and fennel meatballs and orzo pasta. Lemon juice and fresh dill give it a zippy taste, and a bit of broth ties it all together.  

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Brothy Orzo and Pork Meatballs

This light and fresh one-pot dinner stars pork and fennel meatballs and orzo pasta. Lemon juice and fresh dill give it a zippy taste, and a bit of broth ties it all together.

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Brothy Orzo and Pork Meatballs     

Brothy Orzo and Pork Meatballs

Brothy Orzo and Pork Meatballs

Brothy Orzo and Pork Meatballs

This light and fresh one-pot dinner stars pork and fennel meatballs and orzo pasta. Lemon juice and fresh dill give it a zippy taste, and a bit of broth ties it all together.

   pork pineapple plate         Broiled Spicy Pork and Pineapple    View Recipe   Pork and fruit are a winning combo, and this version uses pineapple, which lends a tropical feel. You place rounds of it on a rimmed baking sheet along with thin, boneless pork chops and scallions, and broil it all until browned. A ginger-lime dressing is the perfect finishing touch.  

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Broiled Spicy Pork and Pineapple

Pork and fruit are a winning combo, and this version uses pineapple, which lends a tropical feel. You place rounds of it on a rimmed baking sheet along with thin, boneless pork chops and scallions, and broil it all until browned. A ginger-lime dressing is the perfect finishing touch.

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pork pineapple plate    

pork pineapple plate

pork pineapple plate

Broiled Spicy Pork and Pineapple

Pork and fruit are a winning combo, and this version uses pineapple, which lends a tropical feel. You place rounds of it on a rimmed baking sheet along with thin, boneless pork chops and scallions, and broil it all until browned. A ginger-lime dressing is the perfect finishing touch.

   Spiced Chicken Kebabs with Pita          Spiced Chicken Kebabs with Pita    View Recipe   Sign us up for this quick and easy weeknight dinner of bright, earthy, herby, toasty za'atar-spiced chicken kebabs. They're wonderful with soft pita bread, crunchy cucumbers flecked with mint, and a fast garlic-forward yogurt sauce.  

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Spiced Chicken Kebabs with Pita

Sign us up for this quick and easy weeknight dinner of bright, earthy, herby, toasty za’atar-spiced chicken kebabs. They’re wonderful with soft pita bread, crunchy cucumbers flecked with mint, and a fast garlic-forward yogurt sauce.

 Spiced Chicken Kebabs with Pita      

Spiced Chicken Kebabs with Pita     

Spiced Chicken Kebabs with Pita

Spiced Chicken Kebabs with Pita

Spiced Chicken Kebabs with Pita

Sign us up for this quick and easy weeknight dinner of bright, earthy, herby, toasty za’atar-spiced chicken kebabs. They’re wonderful with soft pita bread, crunchy cucumbers flecked with mint, and a fast garlic-forward yogurt sauce.

   beef-stew-049-mld110677.jpg         North African Beef-and-Carrot Stew with Mint    View Recipe   Sirloin and carrots amped up with cinnamon, cayenne, and fresh mint make for a fast and flavorful dish that's especially nice served over steamed couscous.   

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North African Beef-and-Carrot Stew with Mint

Sirloin and carrots amped up with cinnamon, cayenne, and fresh mint make for a fast and flavorful dish that’s especially nice served over steamed couscous. 

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North African Beef-and-Carrot Stew with Mint

Sirloin and carrots amped up with cinnamon, cayenne, and fresh mint make for a fast and flavorful dish that’s especially nice served over steamed couscous. 

   test kitchen mac and cheese         Test Kitchen's Favorite Mac and Cheese    View Recipe   To make this stovetop dish, you combine three different kinds of cheese: American, cheddar, and parmesan. Together, they deliver rich flavor and beautiful creaminess. Pro tip: Dor easier grating, put the block of cheese in the freezer for 5 minutes first.  

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Test Kitchen’s Favorite Mac and Cheese

To make this stovetop dish, you combine three different kinds of cheese: American, cheddar, and parmesan. Together, they deliver rich flavor and beautiful creaminess. Pro tip: Dor easier grating, put the block of cheese in the freezer for 5 minutes first.

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test kitchen mac and cheese    

test kitchen mac and cheese

test kitchen mac and cheese

Test Kitchen’s Favorite Mac and Cheese

To make this stovetop dish, you combine three different kinds of cheese: American, cheddar, and parmesan. Together, they deliver rich flavor and beautiful creaminess. Pro tip: Dor easier grating, put the block of cheese in the freezer for 5 minutes first.

   Chicken-and-Polenta Puttanesca Melts          Chicken-and-Polenta Puttanesca Melts    View Recipe   To make this 25-minute meal, pour famously punchy puttanesca sauce over tender slices of precooked polenta (so smart!) and thin chicken cutlets. Top everything with creamy mozzarella, and you've got a hearty dinner with zip.  

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Chicken-and-Polenta Puttanesca Melts

To make this 25-minute meal, pour famously punchy puttanesca sauce over tender slices of precooked polenta (so smart!) and thin chicken cutlets. Top everything with creamy mozzarella, and you’ve got a hearty dinner with zip.

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Chicken-and-Polenta Puttanesca Melts     

Chicken-and-Polenta Puttanesca Melts

Chicken-and-Polenta Puttanesca Melts

Chicken-and-Polenta Puttanesca Melts

To make this 25-minute meal, pour famously punchy puttanesca sauce over tender slices of precooked polenta (so smart!) and thin chicken cutlets. Top everything with creamy mozzarella, and you’ve got a hearty dinner with zip.

   butternut-and-boursin-shells-102797812.jpg         Butternut-and-Boursin Shells    View Recipe   Herby, garlicky, creamy Boursin cheese puts pasta on the fast track to flavor in this dish. Roasted butternut squash, arugula, and hazelnuts round it out nicely.  

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Butternut-and-Boursin Shells

Herby, garlicky, creamy Boursin cheese puts pasta on the fast track to flavor in this dish. Roasted butternut squash, arugula, and hazelnuts round it out nicely.

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Butternut-and-Boursin Shells

Herby, garlicky, creamy Boursin cheese puts pasta on the fast track to flavor in this dish. Roasted butternut squash, arugula, and hazelnuts round it out nicely.

   skillet chicken potatoes olives         Braised Chicken with Potatoes, Olives, and Lemon    View Recipe   Cook chicken thighs and potatoes on the stove, then slide the pan into the oven to finish. The cooking liquid, along with garlic, olives, and lemon, turns into a pan sauce, so you'll want to have some crusty bread on hand to sop it up.  

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Braised Chicken with Potatoes, Olives, and Lemon

Cook chicken thighs and potatoes on the stove, then slide the pan into the oven to finish. The cooking liquid, along with garlic, olives, and lemon, turns into a pan sauce, so you’ll want to have some crusty bread on hand to sop it up.

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skillet chicken potatoes olives    

skillet chicken potatoes olives

skillet chicken potatoes olives

Braised Chicken with Potatoes, Olives, and Lemon

Cook chicken thighs and potatoes on the stove, then slide the pan into the oven to finish. The cooking liquid, along with garlic, olives, and lemon, turns into a pan sauce, so you’ll want to have some crusty bread on hand to sop it up.

   frittata-092-d111711.jpg         Mostly Greens Frittata    View Recipe   Spinach and Swiss chard work equally well in this good-for-you egg dish. Nutty Gruyère cheese melts beautifully with the rest of the ingredients, and adds a nice depth.  

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Mostly Greens Frittata

Spinach and Swiss chard work equally well in this good-for-you egg dish. Nutty Gruyère cheese melts beautifully with the rest of the ingredients, and adds a nice depth.

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Mostly Greens Frittata

Spinach and Swiss chard work equally well in this good-for-you egg dish. Nutty Gruyère cheese melts beautifully with the rest of the ingredients, and adds a nice depth.

   salmon-164-med110298.jpg         Roasted Salmon with Kale and Cabbage    View Recipe   To make this one-pan dish, you give kale and cabbage a head start in the oven; after a few minutes, you add salmon fillets to the sheet pan. About 10 minutes later, when everything's cooked, finish it with a lemon-dill-mustard dressing.  

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Roasted Salmon with Kale and Cabbage

To make this one-pan dish, you give kale and cabbage a head start in the oven; after a few minutes, you add salmon fillets to the sheet pan. About 10 minutes later, when everything’s cooked, finish it with a lemon-dill-mustard dressing.

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Roasted Salmon with Kale and Cabbage

To make this one-pan dish, you give kale and cabbage a head start in the oven; after a few minutes, you add salmon fillets to the sheet pan. About 10 minutes later, when everything’s cooked, finish it with a lemon-dill-mustard dressing.

   chow mein dish          Chow Mein    View Recipe   Craving takeout? Try this Chinese-American restaurant staple, which pairs crispy fried noodles with chicken and vegetables stir-fried in a thick brown sauce. Using Hong Kong chow mein noodles means you don't have to boil them ahead of time—a handy trick for when you're time-pressed.  

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Chow Mein

Craving takeout? Try this Chinese-American restaurant staple, which pairs crispy fried noodles with chicken and vegetables stir-fried in a thick brown sauce. Using Hong Kong chow mein noodles means you don’t have to boil them ahead of time—a handy trick for when you’re time-pressed.

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chow mein dish     

chow mein dish

chow mein dish

Chow Mein

Craving takeout? Try this Chinese-American restaurant staple, which pairs crispy fried noodles with chicken and vegetables stir-fried in a thick brown sauce. Using Hong Kong chow mein noodles means you don’t have to boil them ahead of time—a handy trick for when you’re time-pressed.

   Smoky Tofu Chili          Smoky Tofu Chili    View Recipe   Tofu in chili? It can be done. The trick is to use extra-firm tofu, which holds its shape through cooking and soaks up the big flavors from this recipe's aromatics, which include garlic, tomato paste, chipotle, and cumin.  

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Smoky Tofu Chili

Tofu in chili? It can be done. The trick is to use extra-firm tofu, which holds its shape through cooking and soaks up the big flavors from this recipe’s aromatics, which include garlic, tomato paste, chipotle, and cumin.

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Smoky Tofu Chili     

Smoky Tofu Chili

Smoky Tofu Chili

Smoky Tofu Chili

Tofu in chili? It can be done. The trick is to use extra-firm tofu, which holds its shape through cooking and soaks up the big flavors from this recipe’s aromatics, which include garlic, tomato paste, chipotle, and cumin.

   shrimp and broccoli stir-fry         Spicy Shrimp-and-Broccoli Stir-Fry    View Recipe   With such a short list of ingredients (rice, shrimp, vegetable oil, broccoli, and chili-garlic sauce), each one counts. The chili-garlic sauce actually does double duty, adding both heat and deep, complex flavor.  

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Spicy Shrimp-and-Broccoli Stir-Fry

With such a short list of ingredients (rice, shrimp, vegetable oil, broccoli, and chili-garlic sauce), each one counts. The chili-garlic sauce actually does double duty, adding both heat and deep, complex flavor.

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shrimp and broccoli stir-fry    

shrimp and broccoli stir-fry

shrimp and broccoli stir-fry

Spicy Shrimp-and-Broccoli Stir-Fry

With such a short list of ingredients (rice, shrimp, vegetable oil, broccoli, and chili-garlic sauce), each one counts. The chili-garlic sauce actually does double duty, adding both heat and deep, complex flavor.

   green-chili-turkey-burger-017-d112910.jpg         Green-Chile Chicken Burgers    View Recipe   Making chicken burgers can be tricky, since the meat is lean, but a few smart tricks here ensure there's plenty of moisture. Canned green chiles and fresh cilantro bring plenty of flavor and juiciness, and a creamy spread made from sour cream gives the patties a little extra tang.  

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Green-Chile Chicken Burgers

Making chicken burgers can be tricky, since the meat is lean, but a few smart tricks here ensure there’s plenty of moisture. Canned green chiles and fresh cilantro bring plenty of flavor and juiciness, and a creamy spread made from sour cream gives the patties a little extra tang.

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Green-Chile Chicken Burgers

Making chicken burgers can be tricky, since the meat is lean, but a few smart tricks here ensure there’s plenty of moisture. Canned green chiles and fresh cilantro bring plenty of flavor and juiciness, and a creamy spread made from sour cream gives the patties a little extra tang.

   Pork-Meatball Skillet Bake          Pork-Meatball Skillet Bake    View Recipe   Sear and simmer tender, three-ingredient meatballs in a sweet pepper-studded tomato sauce, nestle in slices of toasted Italian bread, and top with mozzarella. After a trip to the broiler for maximum cheese-stretch effect, all you have left to do is to set the whole thing on the table and dig in.   

  Pork-Meatball Skillet Bake       

Pork-Meatball Skillet Bake

Sear and simmer tender, three-ingredient meatballs in a sweet pepper-studded tomato sauce, nestle in slices of toasted Italian bread, and top with mozzarella. After a trip to the broiler for maximum cheese-stretch effect, all you have left to do is to set the whole thing on the table and dig in. 

 Pork-Meatball Skillet Bake      

Pork-Meatball Skillet Bake     

Pork-Meatball Skillet Bake

Pork-Meatball Skillet Bake

Pork-Meatball Skillet Bake

Sear and simmer tender, three-ingredient meatballs in a sweet pepper-studded tomato sauce, nestle in slices of toasted Italian bread, and top with mozzarella. After a trip to the broiler for maximum cheese-stretch effect, all you have left to do is to set the whole thing on the table and dig in. 

   dan-dan-noodles-034-d113087.jpg         Dan Dan Noodles    View Recipe   Homemade chili oil adds a delicious complexity to this pork-and-noodle dish. It's not hard to make, but you can definitely use regular hot chili oil if you prefer.  

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Dan Dan Noodles

Homemade chili oil adds a delicious complexity to this pork-and-noodle dish. It’s not hard to make, but you can definitely use regular hot chili oil if you prefer.

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Dan Dan Noodles

Homemade chili oil adds a delicious complexity to this pork-and-noodle dish. It’s not hard to make, but you can definitely use regular hot chili oil if you prefer.

   gingery shrimp salad with crispies         Gingery Shrimp Salad with Crispies    View Recipe   Juicy seared shrimp and crunchy tortilla strips make this healthy dinner salad seem like a special occasion treat, even though it's quick and easy enough to make on a weeknight. Another reason to love it: This dish has a fantastic balance of textures and flavors.  

  gingery shrimp salad with crispies      

Gingery Shrimp Salad with Crispies

Juicy seared shrimp and crunchy tortilla strips make this healthy dinner salad seem like a special occasion treat, even though it’s quick and easy enough to make on a weeknight. Another reason to love it: This dish has a fantastic balance of textures and flavors.

 gingery shrimp salad with crispies     

gingery shrimp salad with crispies    

gingery shrimp salad with crispies

gingery shrimp salad with crispies

Gingery Shrimp Salad with Crispies

Juicy seared shrimp and crunchy tortilla strips make this healthy dinner salad seem like a special occasion treat, even though it’s quick and easy enough to make on a weeknight. Another reason to love it: This dish has a fantastic balance of textures and flavors.

   ginger spice chicken soup         Turmeric-Ginger Chicken Soup    View Recipe   A restorative, immunity-boosting soup, this easy dinner leans on store-bought broth and rotisserie chicken so you can get a delicious and nutritious meal on the table quickly.  

  ginger spice chicken soup      

Turmeric-Ginger Chicken Soup

A restorative, immunity-boosting soup, this easy dinner leans on store-bought broth and rotisserie chicken so you can get a delicious and nutritious meal on the table quickly.

 ginger spice chicken soup     

ginger spice chicken soup    

ginger spice chicken soup

ginger spice chicken soup

Turmeric-Ginger Chicken Soup

A restorative, immunity-boosting soup, this easy dinner leans on store-bought broth and rotisserie chicken so you can get a delicious and nutritious meal on the table quickly.

   easy chicken posole         Easy Chicken Posole    View Recipe   Store-bought broth and rotisserie chicken strike again in this quick take on the classic Mexican soup. Fresh cilantro sprigs add color and a fresh taste just before serving.  

  easy chicken posole      

Easy Chicken Posole

Store-bought broth and rotisserie chicken strike again in this quick take on the classic Mexican soup. Fresh cilantro sprigs add color and a fresh taste just before serving.

 easy chicken posole     

easy chicken posole    

easy chicken posole

easy chicken posole

Easy Chicken Posole

Store-bought broth and rotisserie chicken strike again in this quick take on the classic Mexican soup. Fresh cilantro sprigs add color and a fresh taste just before serving.

   breakfast-for-dinner burritos         Breakfast-for-Dinner Burritos    View Recipe   Easy and delicious, these burritos are packed with hearty, filling ingredients (think: bacon, potatoes, hominy, cheddar), so they're a great choice for dinner or any meal of the day. Serve with salsa or hot sauce.  

  breakfast-for-dinner burritos      

Breakfast-for-Dinner Burritos

Easy and delicious, these burritos are packed with hearty, filling ingredients (think: bacon, potatoes, hominy, cheddar), so they’re a great choice for dinner or any meal of the day. Serve with salsa or hot sauce.

 breakfast-for-dinner burritos     

breakfast-for-dinner burritos    

breakfast-for-dinner burritos

breakfast-for-dinner burritos

Breakfast-for-Dinner Burritos

Easy and delicious, these burritos are packed with hearty, filling ingredients (think: bacon, potatoes, hominy, cheddar), so they’re a great choice for dinner or any meal of the day. Serve with salsa or hot sauce.

   chicken-thigh piccata with broccoli rabe         Chicken-Thigh Piccata with Broccoli Rabe    View Recipe   A briny piccata sauce made with lemon juice, capers, and butter goes perfectly with boneless, skinless chicken thighs. Together, they make a winning weeknight dinner that's simpler to make than you'd think.  

  chicken-thigh piccata with broccoli rabe      

Chicken-Thigh Piccata with Broccoli Rabe

A briny piccata sauce made with lemon juice, capers, and butter goes perfectly with boneless, skinless chicken thighs. Together, they make a winning weeknight dinner that’s simpler to make than you’d think.

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chicken-thigh piccata with broccoli rabe    

chicken-thigh piccata with broccoli rabe

chicken-thigh piccata with broccoli rabe

Chicken-Thigh Piccata with Broccoli Rabe

A briny piccata sauce made with lemon juice, capers, and butter goes perfectly with boneless, skinless chicken thighs. Together, they make a winning weeknight dinner that’s simpler to make than you’d think.

   Steak-and-Egg Tacos          Steak-and-Egg Tacos    View Recipe   Here's another quick inspired-by-breakfast dinner recipe you'll want to make on the regular. It combines chili-dusted skirt steak and fluffy scrambled eggs and tucks them into blistered corn tortillas. Lime wedges, chopped tomato, cilantro, and crumbly queso fresco, are the fresh finishing touches.  

  Steak-and-Egg Tacos       

Steak-and-Egg Tacos

Here’s another quick inspired-by-breakfast dinner recipe you’ll want to make on the regular. It combines chili-dusted skirt steak and fluffy scrambled eggs and tucks them into blistered corn tortillas. Lime wedges, chopped tomato, cilantro, and crumbly queso fresco, are the fresh finishing touches.

 Steak-and-Egg Tacos      

Steak-and-Egg Tacos     

Steak-and-Egg Tacos

Steak-and-Egg Tacos

Steak-and-Egg Tacos

Here’s another quick inspired-by-breakfast dinner recipe you’ll want to make on the regular. It combines chili-dusted skirt steak and fluffy scrambled eggs and tucks them into blistered corn tortillas. Lime wedges, chopped tomato, cilantro, and crumbly queso fresco, are the fresh finishing touches.

   tomato eggplant gnocchi         Tomato-Eggplant Gnocchi    View Recipe   We love this one-skillet supper because it's hearty, but not too heavy, and vegetarian, too. Storebought gnocchi cook atop an eggplant and tomato sauce; red pepper flakes and creamy ricotta round out the dish.  

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Tomato-Eggplant Gnocchi

We love this one-skillet supper because it’s hearty, but not too heavy, and vegetarian, too. Storebought gnocchi cook atop an eggplant and tomato sauce; red pepper flakes and creamy ricotta round out the dish.

 tomato eggplant gnocchi     

tomato eggplant gnocchi    

tomato eggplant gnocchi

tomato eggplant gnocchi

Tomato-Eggplant Gnocchi

We love this one-skillet supper because it’s hearty, but not too heavy, and vegetarian, too. Storebought gnocchi cook atop an eggplant and tomato sauce; red pepper flakes and creamy ricotta round out the dish.

   sheet pan chicken fajitas         Sheet-Pan Chicken Fajitas    View Recipe   Boneless, skinless chicken breast plus yellow and green bell peppers sizzle together on a sheet pan while tortillas warm in the same oven. To finish these delightful fajitas off, top with sour cream, salsa, and ripe avocado.  

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Sheet-Pan Chicken Fajitas

Boneless, skinless chicken breast plus yellow and green bell peppers sizzle together on a sheet pan while tortillas warm in the same oven. To finish these delightful fajitas off, top with sour cream, salsa, and ripe avocado.

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sheet pan chicken fajitas    

sheet pan chicken fajitas

sheet pan chicken fajitas

Sheet-Pan Chicken Fajitas

Boneless, skinless chicken breast plus yellow and green bell peppers sizzle together on a sheet pan while tortillas warm in the same oven. To finish these delightful fajitas off, top with sour cream, salsa, and ripe avocado.

   creamy chicken and mushrooms with egg noodles         Creamy Chicken and Mushrooms with Egg Noodles    View Recipe   Reminiscent of beef stroganoff, this weeknight dish stars chicken breasts—and the entire thing comes together in one large straight-sided skillet. After you sear the chicken, you cook the mushrooms and shallots and stir in mustard, broth, egg noodles, and cream cheese which quickly creates a rich sauce.   

  creamy chicken and mushrooms with egg noodles      

Creamy Chicken and Mushrooms with Egg Noodles

Reminiscent of beef stroganoff, this weeknight dish stars chicken breasts—and the entire thing comes together in one large straight-sided skillet. After you sear the chicken, you cook the mushrooms and shallots and stir in mustard, broth, egg noodles, and cream cheese which quickly creates a rich sauce. 

 creamy chicken and mushrooms with egg noodles     

creamy chicken and mushrooms with egg noodles    

creamy chicken and mushrooms with egg noodles

creamy chicken and mushrooms with egg noodles

Creamy Chicken and Mushrooms with Egg Noodles

Reminiscent of beef stroganoff, this weeknight dish stars chicken breasts—and the entire thing comes together in one large straight-sided skillet. After you sear the chicken, you cook the mushrooms and shallots and stir in mustard, broth, egg noodles, and cream cheese which quickly creates a rich sauce. 

   Cheater's Mac and Cheese recipe         Cheater's Mac and Cheese    View Recipe   If you need a comforting dinner stat, turn to this 20-minute mac-and-cheese, where pasta and broccoli are cooked in the same pot. Drain them, stir together with some reserved pasta water, cream cheese, butter, and parmesan, and dinner is served.  

  Cheater's Mac and Cheese recipe      

Cheater’s Mac and Cheese

If you need a comforting dinner stat, turn to this 20-minute mac-and-cheese, where pasta and broccoli are cooked in the same pot. Drain them, stir together with some reserved pasta water, cream cheese, butter, and parmesan, and dinner is served.

 Cheater's Mac and Cheese recipe     

Cheater's Mac and Cheese recipe    

Cheater's Mac and Cheese recipe

Cheater's Mac and Cheese recipe

Cheater’s Mac and Cheese

If you need a comforting dinner stat, turn to this 20-minute mac-and-cheese, where pasta and broccoli are cooked in the same pot. Drain them, stir together with some reserved pasta water, cream cheese, butter, and parmesan, and dinner is served.

   broccoli-and-chickpea parmesan         Broccoli-and-Chickpea Parmesan    View Recipe   You'll want to have a crusty baguette on hand for this one-pan dinner, which brings together chickpeas, marinara sauce, and mozzarella in a single skillet, then tops it off with wedges of roasted broccoli florets. A parmesan-and-panko blend adds crunch.  

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Broccoli-and-Chickpea Parmesan

You’ll want to have a crusty baguette on hand for this one-pan dinner, which brings together chickpeas, marinara sauce, and mozzarella in a single skillet, then tops it off with wedges of roasted broccoli florets. A parmesan-and-panko blend adds crunch.

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broccoli-and-chickpea parmesan    

broccoli-and-chickpea parmesan

broccoli-and-chickpea parmesan

Broccoli-and-Chickpea Parmesan

You’ll want to have a crusty baguette on hand for this one-pan dinner, which brings together chickpeas, marinara sauce, and mozzarella in a single skillet, then tops it off with wedges of roasted broccoli florets. A parmesan-and-panko blend adds crunch.

   bacon-wrap-chicken-plate-050-mld110754.jpg         Broiled Bacon-Wrapped Chicken with Sweet Potatoes and Watercress    View Recipe   This lovely dinner deftly combines sweet and savory. On the one hand, you've got sweet potatoes, a spoonful of brown sugar, and red onion, which sweetens as it cooks. On the other, there are chicken breasts and bacon. In between, there's peppery watercress—which somehow ties everything together.  

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Broiled Bacon-Wrapped Chicken with Sweet Potatoes and Watercress

This lovely dinner deftly combines sweet and savory. On the one hand, you’ve got sweet potatoes, a spoonful of brown sugar, and red onion, which sweetens as it cooks. On the other, there are chicken breasts and bacon. In between, there’s peppery watercress—which somehow ties everything together.

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Broiled Bacon-Wrapped Chicken with Sweet Potatoes and Watercress

This lovely dinner deftly combines sweet and savory. On the one hand, you’ve got sweet potatoes, a spoonful of brown sugar, and red onion, which sweetens as it cooks. On the other, there are chicken breasts and bacon. In between, there’s peppery watercress—which somehow ties everything together.

   very veggie fried rice with eggs         Very Veggie Fried Rice with Eggs    View Recipe   Think of this as more of a general guideline than a recipe, because you can use whatever leftover vegetables you have for this quick dinner. Zucchini, broccoli, and green beans all work nicely, but if you have frozen peas and carrots on hand, add them, too. A dreamy fried egg is the protein topper that takes this easy weeknight meal to legendary status.   

  very veggie fried rice with eggs      

Very Veggie Fried Rice with Eggs

Think of this as more of a general guideline than a recipe, because you can use whatever leftover vegetables you have for this quick dinner. Zucchini, broccoli, and green beans all work nicely, but if you have frozen peas and carrots on hand, add them, too. A dreamy fried egg is the protein topper that takes this easy weeknight meal to legendary status. 

 very veggie fried rice with eggs     

very veggie fried rice with eggs    

very veggie fried rice with eggs

very veggie fried rice with eggs

Very Veggie Fried Rice with Eggs

Think of this as more of a general guideline than a recipe, because you can use whatever leftover vegetables you have for this quick dinner. Zucchini, broccoli, and green beans all work nicely, but if you have frozen peas and carrots on hand, add them, too. A dreamy fried egg is the protein topper that takes this easy weeknight meal to legendary status. 

   Gnocchi with Sausage, Zucchini, and Tomato          Gnocchi with Sausage, Zucchini, and Tomato    View Recipe   Quick-cooking ingredients like fresh tomatoes, sausage, zucchini, and store-bought gnocchi help get this dinner on the table in just 30 minutes. Enhancing the dish with prepared pesto is the last flavor-boosting step.  

  Gnocchi with Sausage, Zucchini, and Tomato       

Gnocchi with Sausage, Zucchini, and Tomato

Quick-cooking ingredients like fresh tomatoes, sausage, zucchini, and store-bought gnocchi help get this dinner on the table in just 30 minutes. Enhancing the dish with prepared pesto is the last flavor-boosting step.

 Gnocchi with Sausage, Zucchini, and Tomato      

Gnocchi with Sausage, Zucchini, and Tomato     

Gnocchi with Sausage, Zucchini, and Tomato

Gnocchi with Sausage, Zucchini, and Tomato

Gnocchi with Sausage, Zucchini, and Tomato

Quick-cooking ingredients like fresh tomatoes, sausage, zucchini, and store-bought gnocchi help get this dinner on the table in just 30 minutes. Enhancing the dish with prepared pesto is the last flavor-boosting step.

   Greek mezze salad         Greek Mezze Salad    View Recipe   Lemony yogurt, cucumber salad, roasted za'atar chickpeas, and grape leaves come together in this delightful salad that has a pleasant combination of warm and cool.   

  Greek mezze salad      

Greek Mezze Salad

Lemony yogurt, cucumber salad, roasted za’atar chickpeas, and grape leaves come together in this delightful salad that has a pleasant combination of warm and cool. 

 Greek mezze salad     

Greek mezze salad    

Greek mezze salad

Greek mezze salad

Greek Mezze Salad

Lemony yogurt, cucumber salad, roasted za’atar chickpeas, and grape leaves come together in this delightful salad that has a pleasant combination of warm and cool. 

   ground chicken tacos on white plate         Ground Chicken Tacos    View Recipe   Whether or not it's Taco Tuesday, this quick and tasty meal is a no-brainer. Ground chicken gets a big-time flavor charge from spices and chipotle in adobo. Topping the tacos with pico de gallo adds another level of deliciousness.  

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Ground Chicken Tacos

Whether or not it’s Taco Tuesday, this quick and tasty meal is a no-brainer. Ground chicken gets a big-time flavor charge from spices and chipotle in adobo. Topping the tacos with pico de gallo adds another level of deliciousness.

 ground chicken tacos on white plate     

ground chicken tacos on white plate    

ground chicken tacos on white plate

ground chicken tacos on white plate

Ground Chicken Tacos

Whether or not it’s Taco Tuesday, this quick and tasty meal is a no-brainer. Ground chicken gets a big-time flavor charge from spices and chipotle in adobo. Topping the tacos with pico de gallo adds another level of deliciousness.

   skillet chili nachos         Skillet Chili Nachos    View Recipe   The fast track to making any night feel festive: a giant pan of nachos that layers meat, tortilla chips, cheese, and beans. If you whip up our easy beef chili in advance, you can get this meal on the table in just 20 minutes.  

  skillet chili nachos      

Skillet Chili Nachos

The fast track to making any night feel festive: a giant pan of nachos that layers meat, tortilla chips, cheese, and beans. If you whip up our easy beef chili in advance, you can get this meal on the table in just 20 minutes.

 skillet chili nachos     

skillet chili nachos    

skillet chili nachos

skillet chili nachos

Skillet Chili Nachos

The fast track to making any night feel festive: a giant pan of nachos that layers meat, tortilla chips, cheese, and beans. If you whip up our easy beef chili in advance, you can get this meal on the table in just 20 minutes.

   yellow squash shrimp scampi          Shrimp Scampi with Yellow-Squash Noodles    View Recipe   This low-carb dinner swaps in yellow squash strands in lieu of spaghetti, and offers protein, too, thanks to shrimp sautéed with butter, garlic, and red pepper flakes.  

  yellow squash shrimp scampi       

Shrimp Scampi with Yellow-Squash Noodles

This low-carb dinner swaps in yellow squash strands in lieu of spaghetti, and offers protein, too, thanks to shrimp sautéed with butter, garlic, and red pepper flakes.

 yellow squash shrimp scampi      

yellow squash shrimp scampi     

yellow squash shrimp scampi

yellow squash shrimp scampi

Shrimp Scampi with Yellow-Squash Noodles

This low-carb dinner swaps in yellow squash strands in lieu of spaghetti, and offers protein, too, thanks to shrimp sautéed with butter, garlic, and red pepper flakes.

   creamy lemon chicken with spinach and artichokes         Creamy Lemon Chicken with Spinach and Artichokes    View Recipe   If you love spinach-artichoke dip, put this great dinner on your menu. It incorporates cream cheese, spinach, artichoke, and lemon juice—along with a weeknight dinner classic, sautéed chicken cutlets (which cook in a flash).  

  creamy lemon chicken with spinach and artichokes      

Creamy Lemon Chicken with Spinach and Artichokes

If you love spinach-artichoke dip, put this great dinner on your menu. It incorporates cream cheese, spinach, artichoke, and lemon juice—along with a weeknight dinner classic, sautéed chicken cutlets (which cook in a flash).

 creamy lemon chicken with spinach and artichokes     

creamy lemon chicken with spinach and artichokes    

creamy lemon chicken with spinach and artichokes

creamy lemon chicken with spinach and artichokes

Creamy Lemon Chicken with Spinach and Artichokes

If you love spinach-artichoke dip, put this great dinner on your menu. It incorporates cream cheese, spinach, artichoke, and lemon juice—along with a weeknight dinner classic, sautéed chicken cutlets (which cook in a flash).

   pork-and-broccoli stir-fry         Gingery Pork-and-Broccoli Stir-Fry    View Recipe   Tasty, tender, and affordable pork tenderloin figures prominently in this ginger-and-broccoli stir-fry. And once you've honed the technique (super-high heat is key), you can apply it to all kinds of vegetables and proteins.  

  pork-and-broccoli stir-fry      

Gingery Pork-and-Broccoli Stir-Fry

Tasty, tender, and affordable pork tenderloin figures prominently in this ginger-and-broccoli stir-fry. And once you’ve honed the technique (super-high heat is key), you can apply it to all kinds of vegetables and proteins.

 pork-and-broccoli stir-fry     

pork-and-broccoli stir-fry    

pork-and-broccoli stir-fry

pork-and-broccoli stir-fry

Gingery Pork-and-Broccoli Stir-Fry

Tasty, tender, and affordable pork tenderloin figures prominently in this ginger-and-broccoli stir-fry. And once you’ve honed the technique (super-high heat is key), you can apply it to all kinds of vegetables and proteins.

   Fresh Cherry-Tomato Pasta Puttanesca         Pasta with No-Cook Puttanesca Sauce    View Recipe   Here's a great meal for when you have access to ripe, juicy tomatoes. Simply toss them with green olives, capers, and garlic, then finish the dish with Pecorino Romano cheese for a fresh take on a classic Italian pasta.  

  Fresh Cherry-Tomato Pasta Puttanesca      

Pasta with No-Cook Puttanesca Sauce

Here’s a great meal for when you have access to ripe, juicy tomatoes. Simply toss them with green olives, capers, and garlic, then finish the dish with Pecorino Romano cheese for a fresh take on a classic Italian pasta.

 Fresh Cherry-Tomato Pasta Puttanesca     

Fresh Cherry-Tomato Pasta Puttanesca    

Fresh Cherry-Tomato Pasta Puttanesca

Fresh Cherry-Tomato Pasta Puttanesca

Pasta with No-Cook Puttanesca Sauce

Here’s a great meal for when you have access to ripe, juicy tomatoes. Simply toss them with green olives, capers, and garlic, then finish the dish with Pecorino Romano cheese for a fresh take on a classic Italian pasta.

   corn risotto with basil and tomato         Pressure-Cooker Corn Risotto    View Recipe   A weekend-worthy meal on a weeknight is well within reach when you use the Instant Pot or pressure cooker. To make this fantastic risotto, add corn cobs to the pot at the same time as the rice, which creates a broth that infuses the risotto with incomparable corn flavor. Save this recipe for peak summer, as it also calls for basil and cherry tomatoes.  

  corn risotto with basil and tomato      

Pressure-Cooker Corn Risotto

A weekend-worthy meal on a weeknight is well within reach when you use the Instant Pot or pressure cooker. To make this fantastic risotto, add corn cobs to the pot at the same time as the rice, which creates a broth that infuses the risotto with incomparable corn flavor. Save this recipe for peak summer, as it also calls for basil and cherry tomatoes.

 corn risotto with basil and tomato     

corn risotto with basil and tomato    

corn risotto with basil and tomato

corn risotto with basil and tomato

Pressure-Cooker Corn Risotto

A weekend-worthy meal on a weeknight is well within reach when you use the Instant Pot or pressure cooker. To make this fantastic risotto, add corn cobs to the pot at the same time as the rice, which creates a broth that infuses the risotto with incomparable corn flavor. Save this recipe for peak summer, as it also calls for basil and cherry tomatoes.

   blistered green-bean and corn frittata plate and fork         Blistered Green-Bean and Corn Frittata    View Recipe   Although this seasonal frittata calls for late-summer vegetables such as green beans, corn, and cherry tomatoes, you can absolutely swap in whatever vegetables are available to you at the time. And while frozen vegetables won't have quite the same fresh flavor, they can totally work in a pinch.  

  blistered green-bean and corn frittata plate and fork      

Blistered Green-Bean and Corn Frittata

Although this seasonal frittata calls for late-summer vegetables such as green beans, corn, and cherry tomatoes, you can absolutely swap in whatever vegetables are available to you at the time. And while frozen vegetables won’t have quite the same fresh flavor, they can totally work in a pinch.

 blistered green-bean and corn frittata plate and fork     

blistered green-bean and corn frittata plate and fork    

blistered green-bean and corn frittata plate and fork

blistered green-bean and corn frittata plate and fork

Blistered Green-Bean and Corn Frittata

Although this seasonal frittata calls for late-summer vegetables such as green beans, corn, and cherry tomatoes, you can absolutely swap in whatever vegetables are available to you at the time. And while frozen vegetables won’t have quite the same fresh flavor, they can totally work in a pinch.

   Parmesan Pork with Polenta and Asparagus         Parmesan Pork with Polenta and Asparagus    View Recipe   Parmesan does double duty in this quick and easy dinner: It's used to create a golden, umami-packed crust for pork cutlets and shaved over crisp-tender spears of asparagus. If you love its tangy, nutty flavor, definitely put this recipe on your list.  

  Parmesan Pork with Polenta and Asparagus      

Parmesan Pork with Polenta and Asparagus

Parmesan does double duty in this quick and easy dinner: It’s used to create a golden, umami-packed crust for pork cutlets and shaved over crisp-tender spears of asparagus. If you love its tangy, nutty flavor, definitely put this recipe on your list.

 Parmesan Pork with Polenta and Asparagus     

Parmesan Pork with Polenta and Asparagus    

Parmesan Pork with Polenta and Asparagus

Parmesan Pork with Polenta and Asparagus

Parmesan Pork with Polenta and Asparagus

Parmesan does double duty in this quick and easy dinner: It’s used to create a golden, umami-packed crust for pork cutlets and shaved over crisp-tender spears of asparagus. If you love its tangy, nutty flavor, definitely put this recipe on your list.

   soba noodle bowl with tofu recipe plate         Soba-Noodle Bowl with Tofu    View Recipe   A quick, easy dinner that just so happens to be vegan? Sign us up. This one combines cold soba noodles, gingery asparagus, and luscious steamed tofu. Cilantro leaves and toasted sesame seeds make for nutty and bright garnishes.  

  soba noodle bowl with tofu recipe plate      

Soba-Noodle Bowl with Tofu

A quick, easy dinner that just so happens to be vegan? Sign us up. This one combines cold soba noodles, gingery asparagus, and luscious steamed tofu. Cilantro leaves and toasted sesame seeds make for nutty and bright garnishes.

 soba noodle bowl with tofu recipe plate     

soba noodle bowl with tofu recipe plate    

soba noodle bowl with tofu recipe plate

soba noodle bowl with tofu recipe plate

Soba-Noodle Bowl with Tofu

A quick, easy dinner that just so happens to be vegan? Sign us up. This one combines cold soba noodles, gingery asparagus, and luscious steamed tofu. Cilantro leaves and toasted sesame seeds make for nutty and bright garnishes.

   green pasta turkey meatballs         Penne with Spinach Pesto and Turkey Sausage    View Recipe   Here's a smart way to incorporate spinach into your supper: Turn it into a super-green pesto, along with basil and peas, and use it to coat toothsome penne pasta. Separately, crisp some leaves in the oven for a crunchy topping. Coins of roasted Italian turkey sausage add nice heft to this delightful quick dinner.  

  green pasta turkey meatballs      

Penne with Spinach Pesto and Turkey Sausage

Here’s a smart way to incorporate spinach into your supper: Turn it into a super-green pesto, along with basil and peas, and use it to coat toothsome penne pasta. Separately, crisp some leaves in the oven for a crunchy topping. Coins of roasted Italian turkey sausage add nice heft to this delightful quick dinner.

 green pasta turkey meatballs     

green pasta turkey meatballs    

green pasta turkey meatballs

green pasta turkey meatballs

Penne with Spinach Pesto and Turkey Sausage

Here’s a smart way to incorporate spinach into your supper: Turn it into a super-green pesto, along with basil and peas, and use it to coat toothsome penne pasta. Separately, crisp some leaves in the oven for a crunchy topping. Coins of roasted Italian turkey sausage add nice heft to this delightful quick dinner.

   red-hot-chicken-chickpeas-103242165         Red-Hot Chicken and Peppers    View Recipe   Heat seekers will adore this kicky meal, where a mix of hot sauce, smoked paprika, and roasted red-pepper infuse chicken legs. You roast the meat on a bed of chickpeas and peppers, so all of the juices infuse what's below; serve everything with fresh watercress and some toasted flatbread.  

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Red-Hot Chicken and Peppers

Heat seekers will adore this kicky meal, where a mix of hot sauce, smoked paprika, and roasted red-pepper infuse chicken legs. You roast the meat on a bed of chickpeas and peppers, so all of the juices infuse what’s below; serve everything with fresh watercress and some toasted flatbread.

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red-hot-chicken-chickpeas-103242165

Red-Hot Chicken and Peppers

Heat seekers will adore this kicky meal, where a mix of hot sauce, smoked paprika, and roasted red-pepper infuse chicken legs. You roast the meat on a bed of chickpeas and peppers, so all of the juices infuse what’s below; serve everything with fresh watercress and some toasted flatbread.

   Potato Broccoli and Cheddar Soup         Potato, Broccoli, and Cheddar Soup    View Recipe   When you're serving soup as a main course, it helps if it's of the stick-to-your-bones variety—and this one definitely delivers. It uses broccoli in two ways: simmered until tender for the soup base and roasted for the garnish.  

  Potato Broccoli and Cheddar Soup      

Potato, Broccoli, and Cheddar Soup

When you’re serving soup as a main course, it helps if it’s of the stick-to-your-bones variety—and this one definitely delivers. It uses broccoli in two ways: simmered until tender for the soup base and roasted for the garnish.

 Potato Broccoli and Cheddar Soup     

Potato Broccoli and Cheddar Soup    

Potato Broccoli and Cheddar Soup

Potato Broccoli and Cheddar Soup

Potato, Broccoli, and Cheddar Soup

When you’re serving soup as a main course, it helps if it’s of the stick-to-your-bones variety—and this one definitely delivers. It uses broccoli in two ways: simmered until tender for the soup base and roasted for the garnish.

   Shortcut Italian Wedding Soup         Shortcut Italian Wedding Soup    View Recipe   A parmesan rind is the powerhouse ingredient behind this fast, flavorful version of the classic soup. It also calls for sliced sausage in lieu of meatballs, which also cuts down considerably on the prep time.  

  Shortcut Italian Wedding Soup      

Shortcut Italian Wedding Soup

A parmesan rind is the powerhouse ingredient behind this fast, flavorful version of the classic soup. It also calls for sliced sausage in lieu of meatballs, which also cuts down considerably on the prep time.

 Shortcut Italian Wedding Soup     

Shortcut Italian Wedding Soup    

Shortcut Italian Wedding Soup

Shortcut Italian Wedding Soup

Shortcut Italian Wedding Soup

A parmesan rind is the powerhouse ingredient behind this fast, flavorful version of the classic soup. It also calls for sliced sausage in lieu of meatballs, which also cuts down considerably on the prep time.

   bacon pasta cheese sauce thyme         Bacon Pasta with Cheese Sauce and Thyme    View Recipe   If you can find bacon ends and pieces at the grocery store, they're great for this recipe—the small pieces tend to have more fat, which equals more flavor. Of course, regular bacon cut into 1/2-inch pieces works wonderfully, too. Either way, the result is a rich weeknight pasta dinner.  

  bacon pasta cheese sauce thyme      

Bacon Pasta with Cheese Sauce and Thyme

If you can find bacon ends and pieces at the grocery store, they’re great for this recipe—the small pieces tend to have more fat, which equals more flavor. Of course, regular bacon cut into 1/2-inch pieces works wonderfully, too. Either way, the result is a rich weeknight pasta dinner.

 bacon pasta cheese sauce thyme     

bacon pasta cheese sauce thyme    

bacon pasta cheese sauce thyme

bacon pasta cheese sauce thyme

Bacon Pasta with Cheese Sauce and Thyme

If you can find bacon ends and pieces at the grocery store, they’re great for this recipe—the small pieces tend to have more fat, which equals more flavor. Of course, regular bacon cut into 1/2-inch pieces works wonderfully, too. Either way, the result is a rich weeknight pasta dinner.

   buffalo chicken sandwiches         Buffalo Chicken Sandwiches    View Recipe   Buttery panko bread crumbs form a beautiful crust on chicken cutlets, and the "glue" that adheres them is pretty wonderful, too: a combination of mayonnaise and hot sauce. After you've cooked the chicken in the oven, lay each piece onto a bun with crumbled blue cheese, thin slices of celery, lettuce, mayo, and hot sauce.  

  buffalo chicken sandwiches      

Buffalo Chicken Sandwiches

Buttery panko bread crumbs form a beautiful crust on chicken cutlets, and the “glue” that adheres them is pretty wonderful, too: a combination of mayonnaise and hot sauce. After you’ve cooked the chicken in the oven, lay each piece onto a bun with crumbled blue cheese, thin slices of celery, lettuce, mayo, and hot sauce.

 buffalo chicken sandwiches     

buffalo chicken sandwiches    

buffalo chicken sandwiches

buffalo chicken sandwiches

Buffalo Chicken Sandwiches

Buttery panko bread crumbs form a beautiful crust on chicken cutlets, and the “glue” that adheres them is pretty wonderful, too: a combination of mayonnaise and hot sauce. After you’ve cooked the chicken in the oven, lay each piece onto a bun with crumbled blue cheese, thin slices of celery, lettuce, mayo, and hot sauce.

   broiled flounder         Broiled Mustard-Crusted Flounder    View Recipe   Plain Greek yogurt mixed with Dijon mustard and capers helps keep flounder fillets moist and tender in this easy weeknight recipe. The mixture bubbles and browns in the oven, and a light salad is a lovely accompaniment.  

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Broiled Mustard-Crusted Flounder

Plain Greek yogurt mixed with Dijon mustard and capers helps keep flounder fillets moist and tender in this easy weeknight recipe. The mixture bubbles and browns in the oven, and a light salad is a lovely accompaniment.

 broiled flounder     

broiled flounder    

broiled flounder

broiled flounder

Broiled Mustard-Crusted Flounder

Plain Greek yogurt mixed with Dijon mustard and capers helps keep flounder fillets moist and tender in this easy weeknight recipe. The mixture bubbles and browns in the oven, and a light salad is a lovely accompaniment.

   broiled fish with summer salad         Broiled Fish with Summer Salad    View Recipe   Here's another simple broiled fish dinner, and this one is even easier to make. Arrange lemon sole or flounder fillets on a rimmed baking sheet, coat them in a bit of oil, sprinkle with garlic, salt, and pepper, and broil for 5 minutes. While the fish cooks, toss together a quick salad and dinner is ready.  

  broiled fish with summer salad      

Broiled Fish with Summer Salad

Here’s another simple broiled fish dinner, and this one is even easier to make. Arrange lemon sole or flounder fillets on a rimmed baking sheet, coat them in a bit of oil, sprinkle with garlic, salt, and pepper, and broil for 5 minutes. While the fish cooks, toss together a quick salad and dinner is ready.

 broiled fish with summer salad     

broiled fish with summer salad    

broiled fish with summer salad

broiled fish with summer salad

Broiled Fish with Summer Salad

Here’s another simple broiled fish dinner, and this one is even easier to make. Arrange lemon sole or flounder fillets on a rimmed baking sheet, coat them in a bit of oil, sprinkle with garlic, salt, and pepper, and broil for 5 minutes. While the fish cooks, toss together a quick salad and dinner is ready.

   plated instant pot chicken and rice topped with green onion         Instant Pot Chicken Adobo and Rice    View Recipe   Making adobo, the national dish of the Philippines, usually takes hours, but not if you use an Instant Pot. The appliance makes the vinegar-braised dish so simple, transforming chicken thighs into a flavorful one-pot dinner that's sweet, sour, and a tad salty.   

  plated instant pot chicken and rice topped with green onion      

Instant Pot Chicken Adobo and Rice

Making adobo, the national dish of the Philippines, usually takes hours, but not if you use an Instant Pot. The appliance makes the vinegar-braised dish so simple, transforming chicken thighs into a flavorful one-pot dinner that’s sweet, sour, and a tad salty. 

 plated instant pot chicken and rice topped with green onion     

plated instant pot chicken and rice topped with green onion    

plated instant pot chicken and rice topped with green onion

plated instant pot chicken and rice topped with green onion

Instant Pot Chicken Adobo and Rice

Making adobo, the national dish of the Philippines, usually takes hours, but not if you use an Instant Pot. The appliance makes the vinegar-braised dish so simple, transforming chicken thighs into a flavorful one-pot dinner that’s sweet, sour, and a tad salty. 

   sausage-and-pepper-ragu-over-polenta-236-d113040-1.jpg         Sausage-and-Pepper Ragu Over Polenta    View Recipe   There's something so comforting about a pile of browned Italian sausage, colorful bell peppers, and onions stewed with tomato paste and chicken broth. Serve the ragu over creamy polenta topped with parmesan for a wonderfully satisfying and surprisingly fast dinner.  

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Sausage-and-Pepper Ragu Over Polenta

There’s something so comforting about a pile of browned Italian sausage, colorful bell peppers, and onions stewed with tomato paste and chicken broth. Serve the ragu over creamy polenta topped with parmesan for a wonderfully satisfying and surprisingly fast dinner.

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Sausage-and-Pepper Ragu Over Polenta

There’s something so comforting about a pile of browned Italian sausage, colorful bell peppers, and onions stewed with tomato paste and chicken broth. Serve the ragu over creamy polenta topped with parmesan for a wonderfully satisfying and surprisingly fast dinner.

   orange pork with watercress rice         Orange Pork with Watercress Rice    View Recipe   If you have a jar of orange marmalade in your pantry or fridge, put it to great use in this quick dinner recipe. It adds sweetness and citrus zing to pork tenderloin, and it's especially nice combined with fish sauce, fresh lime juice, garlic, and ginger.  

  orange pork with watercress rice      

Orange Pork with Watercress Rice

If you have a jar of orange marmalade in your pantry or fridge, put it to great use in this quick dinner recipe. It adds sweetness and citrus zing to pork tenderloin, and it’s especially nice combined with fish sauce, fresh lime juice, garlic, and ginger.

 orange pork with watercress rice     

orange pork with watercress rice    

orange pork with watercress rice

orange pork with watercress rice

Orange Pork with Watercress Rice

If you have a jar of orange marmalade in your pantry or fridge, put it to great use in this quick dinner recipe. It adds sweetness and citrus zing to pork tenderloin, and it’s especially nice combined with fish sauce, fresh lime juice, garlic, and ginger.

   pad-see-ew-102935768.jpg         Pad See Ew    View Recipe   Not as famous as Pad Thai but just as delicious, this beloved Thai dish calls for stir-frying rice noodles with soy sauce. The unique flavor comes from browning the ingredients and allowing the sauce to caramelize. It's still well within reach on a busy evening, though. Things happen quickly; just make sure your pan is so hot that you hear a sizzle throughout cooking.  

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Pad See Ew

Not as famous as Pad Thai but just as delicious, this beloved Thai dish calls for stir-frying rice noodles with soy sauce. The unique flavor comes from browning the ingredients and allowing the sauce to caramelize. It’s still well within reach on a busy evening, though. Things happen quickly; just make sure your pan is so hot that you hear a sizzle throughout cooking.

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Pad See Ew

Not as famous as Pad Thai but just as delicious, this beloved Thai dish calls for stir-frying rice noodles with soy sauce. The unique flavor comes from browning the ingredients and allowing the sauce to caramelize. It’s still well within reach on a busy evening, though. Things happen quickly; just make sure your pan is so hot that you hear a sizzle throughout cooking.

   Leek-and-Asparagus Crispy Rice         Leek-and-Asparagus Crispy Rice    View Recipe   Here's a great reminder that mixing varying textures can take a simple, weeknight dinner to new and delicious levels. Giving the rice a few minutes in a hot skillet helps it form a crackly crust, and those little nuggets of crunch disperse throughout the dish. Leeks take on a buttery quality once cooked, melting into fluffy rice and crisp-tender asparagus. And an egg—fried just until the yolk can be used as a silky sauce—is the finishing touch on top of a most excellent vegetarian rice bowl.  

  Leek-and-Asparagus Crispy Rice      

Leek-and-Asparagus Crispy Rice

Here’s a great reminder that mixing varying textures can take a simple, weeknight dinner to new and delicious levels. Giving the rice a few minutes in a hot skillet helps it form a crackly crust, and those little nuggets of crunch disperse throughout the dish. Leeks take on a buttery quality once cooked, melting into fluffy rice and crisp-tender asparagus. And an egg—fried just until the yolk can be used as a silky sauce—is the finishing touch on top of a most excellent vegetarian rice bowl.

 Leek-and-Asparagus Crispy Rice     

Leek-and-Asparagus Crispy Rice    

Leek-and-Asparagus Crispy Rice

Leek-and-Asparagus Crispy Rice

Leek-and-Asparagus Crispy Rice

Here’s a great reminder that mixing varying textures can take a simple, weeknight dinner to new and delicious levels. Giving the rice a few minutes in a hot skillet helps it form a crackly crust, and those little nuggets of crunch disperse throughout the dish. Leeks take on a buttery quality once cooked, melting into fluffy rice and crisp-tender asparagus. And an egg—fried just until the yolk can be used as a silky sauce—is the finishing touch on top of a most excellent vegetarian rice bowl.

   Chicken Schnitzel with Dill and Sesame         Chicken Schnitzel with Dill and Sesame    View Recipe   A few small tweaks turn what might be a ho-hum dinner into something special. First, you pound the chicken breasts into thin cutlets, which helps them cook in a flash. And then, you season the flour and panko mixture (not just the meat), and add sesame seeds for a nutty crunch. The result: a deliciously crispy dinner that's fantastic alongside a Watercress-Apple Relish.  

  Chicken Schnitzel with Dill and Sesame      

Chicken Schnitzel with Dill and Sesame

A few small tweaks turn what might be a ho-hum dinner into something special. First, you pound the chicken breasts into thin cutlets, which helps them cook in a flash. And then, you season the flour and panko mixture (not just the meat), and add sesame seeds for a nutty crunch. The result: a deliciously crispy dinner that’s fantastic alongside a Watercress-Apple Relish.

 Chicken Schnitzel with Dill and Sesame     

Chicken Schnitzel with Dill and Sesame    

Chicken Schnitzel with Dill and Sesame

Chicken Schnitzel with Dill and Sesame

Chicken Schnitzel with Dill and Sesame

A few small tweaks turn what might be a ho-hum dinner into something special. First, you pound the chicken breasts into thin cutlets, which helps them cook in a flash. And then, you season the flour and panko mixture (not just the meat), and add sesame seeds for a nutty crunch. The result: a deliciously crispy dinner that’s fantastic alongside a Watercress-Apple Relish.

   fried rice eggs         Crisped Brown Rice with Beef, Vegetables, and Eggs    View Recipe   This dish has it all: carbs (rice), protein (sirloin steak and baked eggs), and vegetables (carrots and cabbage), and it's also a smart way to use up leftover cooked rice.  

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Crisped Brown Rice with Beef, Vegetables, and Eggs

This dish has it all: carbs (rice), protein (sirloin steak and baked eggs), and vegetables (carrots and cabbage), and it’s also a smart way to use up leftover cooked rice.

 fried rice eggs     

fried rice eggs    

fried rice eggs

fried rice eggs

Crisped Brown Rice with Beef, Vegetables, and Eggs

This dish has it all: carbs (rice), protein (sirloin steak and baked eggs), and vegetables (carrots and cabbage), and it’s also a smart way to use up leftover cooked rice.

   Grilled-Chicken-and-Zucchini Salad recipe         Grilled-Chicken-and-Zucchini Salad    View Recipe   A 15-minute marinade in garlicky, dill-flecked yogurt before grilling turns cutlets super flavorful in this chicken and zucchini salad. And if you don't have a grill, you can easily cook them in a cast-iron skillet or nonstick frying pan. Serve the chicken with a super-speedy romaine-and-radish salad, plus planks of zucchini brightened with lemon zest.  

  Grilled-Chicken-and-Zucchini Salad recipe      

Grilled-Chicken-and-Zucchini Salad

A 15-minute marinade in garlicky, dill-flecked yogurt before grilling turns cutlets super flavorful in this chicken and zucchini salad. And if you don’t have a grill, you can easily cook them in a cast-iron skillet or nonstick frying pan. Serve the chicken with a super-speedy romaine-and-radish salad, plus planks of zucchini brightened with lemon zest.

 Grilled-Chicken-and-Zucchini Salad recipe     

Grilled-Chicken-and-Zucchini Salad recipe    

Grilled-Chicken-and-Zucchini Salad recipe

Grilled-Chicken-and-Zucchini Salad recipe

Grilled-Chicken-and-Zucchini Salad

A 15-minute marinade in garlicky, dill-flecked yogurt before grilling turns cutlets super flavorful in this chicken and zucchini salad. And if you don’t have a grill, you can easily cook them in a cast-iron skillet or nonstick frying pan. Serve the chicken with a super-speedy romaine-and-radish salad, plus planks of zucchini brightened with lemon zest.

   Greek mezze salad         Barbecued-Chicken Salad    View Recipe   The smoky marinade in this dish doubles as a salad dressing. With its combo of lime zest and juice, garlic, paprika and honey, it would also be perfect for marinating grilled fish tacos or flavoring simple grilled or roasted vegetables.  

Barbecued-Chicken Salad

The smoky marinade in this dish doubles as a salad dressing. With its combo of lime zest and juice, garlic, paprika and honey, it would also be perfect for marinating grilled fish tacos or flavoring simple grilled or roasted vegetables.

Barbecued-Chicken Salad

The smoky marinade in this dish doubles as a salad dressing. With its combo of lime zest and juice, garlic, paprika and honey, it would also be perfect for marinating grilled fish tacos or flavoring simple grilled or roasted vegetables.

   Grilled Pork Cutlets with Watermelon-Cucumber Salad         Grilled Pork Cutlets with Watermelon-Cucumber Salad    View Recipe   Watermelon is a terrific ingredient to add to savory salads, as this Vietnamese- and Thai-inspired recipe shows. Wedges of the sweet fruit paired with half-moons of cucumber do a bang-up job in giving cool contrast to sliced chile and grilled pork (chicken works, too).  

  Grilled Pork Cutlets with Watermelon-Cucumber Salad      

Grilled Pork Cutlets with Watermelon-Cucumber Salad

Watermelon is a terrific ingredient to add to savory salads, as this Vietnamese- and Thai-inspired recipe shows. Wedges of the sweet fruit paired with half-moons of cucumber do a bang-up job in giving cool contrast to sliced chile and grilled pork (chicken works, too).

 Grilled Pork Cutlets with Watermelon-Cucumber Salad     

Grilled Pork Cutlets with Watermelon-Cucumber Salad    

Grilled Pork Cutlets with Watermelon-Cucumber Salad

Grilled Pork Cutlets with Watermelon-Cucumber Salad

Grilled Pork Cutlets with Watermelon-Cucumber Salad

Watermelon is a terrific ingredient to add to savory salads, as this Vietnamese- and Thai-inspired recipe shows. Wedges of the sweet fruit paired with half-moons of cucumber do a bang-up job in giving cool contrast to sliced chile and grilled pork (chicken works, too).

   cashew chicken kebabs         Cashew-Chicken Kebabs    View Recipe   Try something different and delicious for dinner tonight. These kebabs are dressed in a sauce that you make from pulsing cashews and curry paste together with water. Vermicelli rice noodles are a great accompaniment and soak up the juices nicely.  

  cashew chicken kebabs      

Cashew-Chicken Kebabs

Try something different and delicious for dinner tonight. These kebabs are dressed in a sauce that you make from pulsing cashews and curry paste together with water. Vermicelli rice noodles are a great accompaniment and soak up the juices nicely.

 cashew chicken kebabs     

cashew chicken kebabs    

cashew chicken kebabs

cashew chicken kebabs

Cashew-Chicken Kebabs

Try something different and delicious for dinner tonight. These kebabs are dressed in a sauce that you make from pulsing cashews and curry paste together with water. Vermicelli rice noodles are a great accompaniment and soak up the juices nicely.

   mint pasta zucchini pecorino         Pasta with Zucchini, Mint, and Pecorino    View Recipe   This beautiful Italian supper smartly turns grated zucchini, anchovies, garlic, and a splash of pasta water into a delightful sauce for gemelli (though any pasta works). Finish the dish with finely grated, salty Pecorino Romano and chopped fresh mint for a final burst of flavor.  

  mint pasta zucchini pecorino      

Pasta with Zucchini, Mint, and Pecorino

This beautiful Italian supper smartly turns grated zucchini, anchovies, garlic, and a splash of pasta water into a delightful sauce for gemelli (though any pasta works). Finish the dish with finely grated, salty Pecorino Romano and chopped fresh mint for a final burst of flavor.

 mint pasta zucchini pecorino     

mint pasta zucchini pecorino    

mint pasta zucchini pecorino

mint pasta zucchini pecorino

Pasta with Zucchini, Mint, and Pecorino

This beautiful Italian supper smartly turns grated zucchini, anchovies, garlic, and a splash of pasta water into a delightful sauce for gemelli (though any pasta works). Finish the dish with finely grated, salty Pecorino Romano and chopped fresh mint for a final burst of flavor.

   easy beef chili with sour cream in bowl         Easy Beef Chili    View Recipe   Some chili recipes need to simmer for hours, but this speedy version comes together in a flash. Its base is ground beef (there are no beans) spiced with aromatics, then amped up with fire-roasted tomatoes, chili powder, and cocoa. Have some sour cream and sliced scallions on hand to temper the heat.  

  easy beef chili with sour cream in bowl      

Easy Beef Chili

Some chili recipes need to simmer for hours, but this speedy version comes together in a flash. Its base is ground beef (there are no beans) spiced with aromatics, then amped up with fire-roasted tomatoes, chili powder, and cocoa. Have some sour cream and sliced scallions on hand to temper the heat.

 easy beef chili with sour cream in bowl     

easy beef chili with sour cream in bowl    

easy beef chili with sour cream in bowl

easy beef chili with sour cream in bowl

Easy Beef Chili

Some chili recipes need to simmer for hours, but this speedy version comes together in a flash. Its base is ground beef (there are no beans) spiced with aromatics, then amped up with fire-roasted tomatoes, chili powder, and cocoa. Have some sour cream and sliced scallions on hand to temper the heat.

   Chipotle Chicken and White-Bean Soup         Chipotle Chicken and White-Bean Soup    View Recipe   Keep canned tomato sauce, chipotle in adobo, and white beans in your pantry, and you'll never be far from getting this quick, one-pot take on tortilla soup on the table. Top the soup off with sliced radishes, tortilla chips, and diced avocado for a fresh finish and a little crunch.  

  Chipotle Chicken and White-Bean Soup      

Chipotle Chicken and White-Bean Soup

Keep canned tomato sauce, chipotle in adobo, and white beans in your pantry, and you’ll never be far from getting this quick, one-pot take on tortilla soup on the table. Top the soup off with sliced radishes, tortilla chips, and diced avocado for a fresh finish and a little crunch.

 Chipotle Chicken and White-Bean Soup     

Chipotle Chicken and White-Bean Soup    

Chipotle Chicken and White-Bean Soup

Chipotle Chicken and White-Bean Soup

Chipotle Chicken and White-Bean Soup

Keep canned tomato sauce, chipotle in adobo, and white beans in your pantry, and you’ll never be far from getting this quick, one-pot take on tortilla soup on the table. Top the soup off with sliced radishes, tortilla chips, and diced avocado for a fresh finish and a little crunch.

   spanish cod with chorizo and fennel recipe plate         Spanish Cod with Chorizo and Fennel    View Recipe   Chorizo lends rich flavor to cod in this easy recipe, which also includes fennel, cherry tomatoes, garlic, and orange. You cook the fish in parchment paper, which keeps it moist, and also makes cleanup easy. Serve this healthy entrée with a simple salad and some bread for sopping up the juices.  

  spanish cod with chorizo and fennel recipe plate      

Spanish Cod with Chorizo and Fennel

Chorizo lends rich flavor to cod in this easy recipe, which also includes fennel, cherry tomatoes, garlic, and orange. You cook the fish in parchment paper, which keeps it moist, and also makes cleanup easy. Serve this healthy entrée with a simple salad and some bread for sopping up the juices.

 spanish cod with chorizo and fennel recipe plate     

spanish cod with chorizo and fennel recipe plate    

spanish cod with chorizo and fennel recipe plate

spanish cod with chorizo and fennel recipe plate

Spanish Cod with Chorizo and Fennel

Chorizo lends rich flavor to cod in this easy recipe, which also includes fennel, cherry tomatoes, garlic, and orange. You cook the fish in parchment paper, which keeps it moist, and also makes cleanup easy. Serve this healthy entrée with a simple salad and some bread for sopping up the juices.

   Cauliflower-and-Chickpea Pitas with Creamy Yogurt Sauce          Cauliflower-and-Chickpea Pitas with Creamy Yogurt Sauce    View Recipe   Here's a dinner sandwich that's bursting with flavor and good for you, too. It's a falafel-inspired pita sandwich stuffed with crunchy roasted chickpeas and spiced roasted cauliflower. Drizzle it with a bright, zippy lime-jalapeño yogurt sauce and dig in.  

  Cauliflower-and-Chickpea Pitas with Creamy Yogurt Sauce       

Cauliflower-and-Chickpea Pitas with Creamy Yogurt Sauce

Here’s a dinner sandwich that’s bursting with flavor and good for you, too. It’s a falafel-inspired pita sandwich stuffed with crunchy roasted chickpeas and spiced roasted cauliflower. Drizzle it with a bright, zippy lime-jalapeño yogurt sauce and dig in.

 Cauliflower-and-Chickpea Pitas with Creamy Yogurt Sauce      

Cauliflower-and-Chickpea Pitas with Creamy Yogurt Sauce     

Cauliflower-and-Chickpea Pitas with Creamy Yogurt Sauce

Cauliflower-and-Chickpea Pitas with Creamy Yogurt Sauce

Cauliflower-and-Chickpea Pitas with Creamy Yogurt Sauce

Here’s a dinner sandwich that’s bursting with flavor and good for you, too. It’s a falafel-inspired pita sandwich stuffed with crunchy roasted chickpeas and spiced roasted cauliflower. Drizzle it with a bright, zippy lime-jalapeño yogurt sauce and dig in.

   sweet-and-sour chicken-noodle bowl         Sweet-and-Sour Chicken-Noodle Bowl    View Recipe   You can take this refreshing noodle bowl anywhere—whether that's your kitchen table or outside for a picnic. It's a pleasant combo of crunchy carrots, cabbage, and cucumbers; a sweet and tangy lime-chili-ginger dressing; thin and tender rice noodles; and sliced roast chicken.   

  sweet-and-sour chicken-noodle bowl      

Sweet-and-Sour Chicken-Noodle Bowl

You can take this refreshing noodle bowl anywhere—whether that’s your kitchen table or outside for a picnic. It’s a pleasant combo of crunchy carrots, cabbage, and cucumbers; a sweet and tangy lime-chili-ginger dressing; thin and tender rice noodles; and sliced roast chicken. 

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sweet-and-sour chicken-noodle bowl    

sweet-and-sour chicken-noodle bowl

sweet-and-sour chicken-noodle bowl

Sweet-and-Sour Chicken-Noodle Bowl

You can take this refreshing noodle bowl anywhere—whether that’s your kitchen table or outside for a picnic. It’s a pleasant combo of crunchy carrots, cabbage, and cucumbers; a sweet and tangy lime-chili-ginger dressing; thin and tender rice noodles; and sliced roast chicken. 

   grilled-halloumi-and-veggie wraps         Grilled-Halloumi-and-Vegetable Wraps    View Recipe   Have we mentioned how much we love vegetarian dinner sandwiches? Here's another one to add to your rotation, starring halloumi cheese, which stands up well to high heat. Grill it (or just toss it in a hot pan) along with bell peppers, zucchini, and radicchio; then wrap it up in a warm tortilla for easy eating.   

  grilled-halloumi-and-veggie wraps      

Grilled-Halloumi-and-Vegetable Wraps

Have we mentioned how much we love vegetarian dinner sandwiches? Here’s another one to add to your rotation, starring halloumi cheese, which stands up well to high heat. Grill it (or just toss it in a hot pan) along with bell peppers, zucchini, and radicchio; then wrap it up in a warm tortilla for easy eating. 

 grilled-halloumi-and-veggie wraps     

grilled-halloumi-and-veggie wraps    

grilled-halloumi-and-veggie wraps

grilled-halloumi-and-veggie wraps

Grilled-Halloumi-and-Vegetable Wraps

Have we mentioned how much we love vegetarian dinner sandwiches? Here’s another one to add to your rotation, starring halloumi cheese, which stands up well to high heat. Grill it (or just toss it in a hot pan) along with bell peppers, zucchini, and radicchio; then wrap it up in a warm tortilla for easy eating. 

   summer-vegetable-and-bean-tacos-d107287-0615.jpg         Summer Vegetable and Bean Tacos    View Recipe   Skillet-cooked onion, squash and bell peppers; warmed black beans and chili powder; and some warm tortillas come together to make a tasty and easy veggie taco dinner. Have some sour cream and salsa nearby for topping.   

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Summer Vegetable and Bean Tacos

Skillet-cooked onion, squash and bell peppers; warmed black beans and chili powder; and some warm tortillas come together to make a tasty and easy veggie taco dinner. Have some sour cream and salsa nearby for topping. 

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Summer Vegetable and Bean Tacos

Skillet-cooked onion, squash and bell peppers; warmed black beans and chili powder; and some warm tortillas come together to make a tasty and easy veggie taco dinner. Have some sour cream and salsa nearby for topping. 

   lemony pesto chicken soup         Lemony Pesto Chicken Soup    View Recipe   Store-bought broth, rotisserie chicken, and pesto transform into a bright, lively soup with this quick recipe. The best part: It's ready in just 20 minutes!  

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Lemony Pesto Chicken Soup

Store-bought broth, rotisserie chicken, and pesto transform into a bright, lively soup with this quick recipe. The best part: It’s ready in just 20 minutes!

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lemony pesto chicken soup    

lemony pesto chicken soup

lemony pesto chicken soup

Lemony Pesto Chicken Soup

Store-bought broth, rotisserie chicken, and pesto transform into a bright, lively soup with this quick recipe. The best part: It’s ready in just 20 minutes!

   Spaghetti with Spinach, Peas, and Herbed Ricotta         Spaghetti with Spinach, Peas, and Herbed Ricotta    View Recipe   This vegetarian pasta is great any time of year, but feels especially right in spring, when fresh peas are in season. Combine them with lemon zest, fresh basil, spinach, and ricotta, add spaghetti, and you've got a bright, wonderful supper.  

  Spaghetti with Spinach, Peas, and Herbed Ricotta      

Spaghetti with Spinach, Peas, and Herbed Ricotta

This vegetarian pasta is great any time of year, but feels especially right in spring, when fresh peas are in season. Combine them with lemon zest, fresh basil, spinach, and ricotta, add spaghetti, and you’ve got a bright, wonderful supper.

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Spaghetti with Spinach, Peas, and Herbed Ricotta    

Spaghetti with Spinach, Peas, and Herbed Ricotta

Spaghetti with Spinach, Peas, and Herbed Ricotta

Spaghetti with Spinach, Peas, and Herbed Ricotta

This vegetarian pasta is great any time of year, but feels especially right in spring, when fresh peas are in season. Combine them with lemon zest, fresh basil, spinach, and ricotta, add spaghetti, and you’ve got a bright, wonderful supper.

   Cheese-Stuffed Tostadas          Cheese-Stuffed Tostadas    View Recipe   Change up taco night with tostadas, where crispy tortillas form the base, for a delicious melange of vegetable toppings. Here, it's a creamy black bean mash, smoky chipotle, and plenty of melty cheese. Garnish with lettuce, radishes, salsa, and cilantro leaves.  

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Cheese-Stuffed Tostadas

Change up taco night with tostadas, where crispy tortillas form the base, for a delicious melange of vegetable toppings. Here, it’s a creamy black bean mash, smoky chipotle, and plenty of melty cheese. Garnish with lettuce, radishes, salsa, and cilantro leaves.

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Cheese-Stuffed Tostadas     

Cheese-Stuffed Tostadas

Cheese-Stuffed Tostadas

Cheese-Stuffed Tostadas

Change up taco night with tostadas, where crispy tortillas form the base, for a delicious melange of vegetable toppings. Here, it’s a creamy black bean mash, smoky chipotle, and plenty of melty cheese. Garnish with lettuce, radishes, salsa, and cilantro leaves.

   Chicken Paillard With Caprese Panzanella          Chicken Paillard with Caprese Panzanella    View Recipe   This weeknight dinner takes the classic Italian salad panzanella, with bread and tomatoes, and turns it into a hearty main meal by adding creamy mozzarella and quick-cooking chicken cutlets. Capers add a salty burst and fresh basil keeps everything tasting light and bright.  

  Chicken Paillard With Caprese Panzanella       

Chicken Paillard with Caprese Panzanella

This weeknight dinner takes the classic Italian salad panzanella, with bread and tomatoes, and turns it into a hearty main meal by adding creamy mozzarella and quick-cooking chicken cutlets. Capers add a salty burst and fresh basil keeps everything tasting light and bright.

 Chicken Paillard With Caprese Panzanella      

Chicken Paillard With Caprese Panzanella     

Chicken Paillard With Caprese Panzanella

Chicken Paillard With Caprese Panzanella

Chicken Paillard with Caprese Panzanella

This weeknight dinner takes the classic Italian salad panzanella, with bread and tomatoes, and turns it into a hearty main meal by adding creamy mozzarella and quick-cooking chicken cutlets. Capers add a salty burst and fresh basil keeps everything tasting light and bright.

   pasta-peppers-squash-tomatoes-med108372.jpg         Pasta with Peppers, Squash, and Tomatoes    View Recipe   This hearty meal feels like a Sunday supper, but it's well within range on a weeknight. While the pasta cooks, add your brown sausage in a skillet, then cook bell pepper, squash, and tomatoes. Along with some pasta water, they meld into a delicious sauce.   

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Pasta with Peppers, Squash, and Tomatoes

This hearty meal feels like a Sunday supper, but it’s well within range on a weeknight. While the pasta cooks, add your brown sausage in a skillet, then cook bell pepper, squash, and tomatoes. Along with some pasta water, they meld into a delicious sauce. 

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Pasta with Peppers, Squash, and Tomatoes

This hearty meal feels like a Sunday supper, but it’s well within range on a weeknight. While the pasta cooks, add your brown sausage in a skillet, then cook bell pepper, squash, and tomatoes. Along with some pasta water, they meld into a delicious sauce. 

   spaghetti-white-beans-143-d112755-0416.jpg         Herbed Spaghetti with Tomatoes and White Beans    View Recipe   Familiar and easy, pasta with a quickly-cooked tomato sauce is a weeknight staple. Add white beans, and you've got an even more substantial meal that hits the spot.  

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Herbed Spaghetti with Tomatoes and White Beans

Familiar and easy, pasta with a quickly-cooked tomato sauce is a weeknight staple. Add white beans, and you’ve got an even more substantial meal that hits the spot.

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Herbed Spaghetti with Tomatoes and White Beans

Familiar and easy, pasta with a quickly-cooked tomato sauce is a weeknight staple. Add white beans, and you’ve got an even more substantial meal that hits the spot.

   salmon-shiitake rice bowls served with cucumber         Salmon-Shiitake Rice Bowls    View Recipe   Rice bowls are such a great way to turn humble ingredients into a crowd-pleasing dinner. In this one, umami, that hard-to-place but undeniably savory flavor, shows up in both the sautéed shiitake mushrooms and the miso paste of the salmon glaze.  

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Salmon-Shiitake Rice Bowls

Rice bowls are such a great way to turn humble ingredients into a crowd-pleasing dinner. In this one, umami, that hard-to-place but undeniably savory flavor, shows up in both the sautéed shiitake mushrooms and the miso paste of the salmon glaze.

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salmon-shiitake rice bowls served with cucumber    

salmon-shiitake rice bowls served with cucumber

salmon-shiitake rice bowls served with cucumber

Salmon-Shiitake Rice Bowls

Rice bowls are such a great way to turn humble ingredients into a crowd-pleasing dinner. In this one, umami, that hard-to-place but undeniably savory flavor, shows up in both the sautéed shiitake mushrooms and the miso paste of the salmon glaze.

   quick-chicken-with-zucchini-and-greens-0615-d107287.jpg         Quick Chicken with Zucchini and Greens    View Recipe   It doesn't get much simpler than this dinner salad, which unites greens, shredded rotisserie chicken, matchsticks of raw zucchini, red onion, and almonds with an olive oil-lemon juice dressing. It's fresh and delicious, and comes together with minimal effort.  

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Quick Chicken with Zucchini and Greens

It doesn’t get much simpler than this dinner salad, which unites greens, shredded rotisserie chicken, matchsticks of raw zucchini, red onion, and almonds with an olive oil-lemon juice dressing. It’s fresh and delicious, and comes together with minimal effort.

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Quick Chicken with Zucchini and Greens

It doesn’t get much simpler than this dinner salad, which unites greens, shredded rotisserie chicken, matchsticks of raw zucchini, red onion, and almonds with an olive oil-lemon juice dressing. It’s fresh and delicious, and comes together with minimal effort.

   med105536_0510_meatballs.jpg         30-Minute Spaghetti and Meatballs    View Recipe   The beauty of sausage is that it's pre-seasoned and cooks quickly, which means you can easily turn it into tasty meatballs without additional ingredients or mixing. A simple tomato sauce comes together in the time it takes for you to boil the pasta.  

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30-Minute Spaghetti and Meatballs

The beauty of sausage is that it’s pre-seasoned and cooks quickly, which means you can easily turn it into tasty meatballs without additional ingredients or mixing. A simple tomato sauce comes together in the time it takes for you to boil the pasta.

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30-Minute Spaghetti and Meatballs

The beauty of sausage is that it’s pre-seasoned and cooks quickly, which means you can easily turn it into tasty meatballs without additional ingredients or mixing. A simple tomato sauce comes together in the time it takes for you to boil the pasta.

   chowder-fish-0583-d111106-0614.jpg         Fish Chowder    View Recipe   A comforting bowl of chowder in just 45 minutes? Yes, please. Here, the natural starches in russet potatoes provide body, while a touch of heavy cream adds velvety richness. The result is a naturally gluten-free soup with a light, creamy consistency that lets more delicate flavors, like shallots and fish, shine through.  

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Fish Chowder

A comforting bowl of chowder in just 45 minutes? Yes, please. Here, the natural starches in russet potatoes provide body, while a touch of heavy cream adds velvety richness. The result is a naturally gluten-free soup with a light, creamy consistency that lets more delicate flavors, like shallots and fish, shine through.

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Fish Chowder

A comforting bowl of chowder in just 45 minutes? Yes, please. Here, the natural starches in russet potatoes provide body, while a touch of heavy cream adds velvety richness. The result is a naturally gluten-free soup with a light, creamy consistency that lets more delicate flavors, like shallots and fish, shine through.

   chicken-paillard-with-squash-spinach-feta-179-exp3-d113040-1.jpg         Chicken Cutlets with Summer Squash and Feta    View Recipe   To make this easy meal, start with chicken cutlets, which cook in a matter of minutes. Dredging them in flour helps form a luscious pan gravy, which means you'll definitely want some crusty bread for serving.  

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Chicken Cutlets with Summer Squash and Feta

To make this easy meal, start with chicken cutlets, which cook in a matter of minutes. Dredging them in flour helps form a luscious pan gravy, which means you’ll definitely want some crusty bread for serving.

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Chicken Cutlets with Summer Squash and Feta

To make this easy meal, start with chicken cutlets, which cook in a matter of minutes. Dredging them in flour helps form a luscious pan gravy, which means you’ll definitely want some crusty bread for serving.

   dinner-001b-med110615.jpg         Chicken Puttanesca with Orzo    View Recipe   This richly layered Italian-inspired pasta dish is a fast and easy meal to put together on a weeknight. And while the salty-sweet sauce is usually served with spaghetti, it pairs wonderfully well with chicken and orzo, too.  

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Chicken Puttanesca with Orzo

This richly layered Italian-inspired pasta dish is a fast and easy meal to put together on a weeknight. And while the salty-sweet sauce is usually served with spaghetti, it pairs wonderfully well with chicken and orzo, too.

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Chicken Puttanesca with Orzo

This richly layered Italian-inspired pasta dish is a fast and easy meal to put together on a weeknight. And while the salty-sweet sauce is usually served with spaghetti, it pairs wonderfully well with chicken and orzo, too.

   eggplant-burger-024-ld111042.jpg         Eggplant-Mozzarella Melt    View Recipe   Eggplant sandwiches may not sound exciting, but hear us out: Grill eggplant slices and top them with slices of mozzarella, then layer them onto toasted rolls along with grilled onion, lettuce, and basil. You'll be amazed at how delicious they are.  

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Eggplant-Mozzarella Melt

Eggplant sandwiches may not sound exciting, but hear us out: Grill eggplant slices and top them with slices of mozzarella, then layer them onto toasted rolls along with grilled onion, lettuce, and basil. You’ll be amazed at how delicious they are.

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Eggplant-Mozzarella Melt

Eggplant sandwiches may not sound exciting, but hear us out: Grill eggplant slices and top them with slices of mozzarella, then layer them onto toasted rolls along with grilled onion, lettuce, and basil. You’ll be amazed at how delicious they are.