Weeknight Meal Planner

April 25, 2012
Photo: Beth Dreiling Hontzas; Styling: Rose Nguyen
We've served up 5 quick and delicious weeknight meals, complete with side suggestions and a special weekly bonus recipe.
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School Night

Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Leigh Ann Ross
Make a one-dish dinner while you call out spelling words. This risotto is packed with sweet onions, salty cheese, and zesty sauce. Plus, it only takes about 30 minutes to cook.
Serve With:
Steamed veggies
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Last-Minute Dinner

Becky Luigart-Stayner; Katie Stoddard
Cook chicken scaloppini-style on the stove to save time, or use leftover chicken from your fridge to get this dinner on the table in a hurry.
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Entertaining Menu

Becky Luigart-Stayner; Lydia DeGaris-Pursell; Food Kellie Gerber Kelley
Invite the neighbors over for dinner at the last minute. This company-worthy dish of pork medallions in a rich wine sauce cooks in less than 10 minutes and is packed with fresh Mediterranean flavor.
Serve With:
Pasta
Green beans
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Comfort Food Classic

Dress up your go-to meatloaf recipe with flavorful ingredients like sun-dried tomatoes, fresh basil, and provolone cheese.
Serve With:
Mashed potatoes

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Quick Classic

Photo: Lee Harrelson
Make a family-style Italian favorite that's ready in about 15 minutes.
Serve With:
Spaghetti noodles

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Rocky Road Chocolate Cake

Photo: Beth Dreiling Hontzas; Styling: Rose Nguyen
Think your slow cooker is only good for chili and pot roast? Think again! This slow-cooker cake is sure to be a hit with friends and family.

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