Weeknight Meal Planner 2/2/15: Black Bean and Mushroom Sliders

Photo: Hector Sanchez; Styling: Caroline M. Cunningham

We've served up 5 quick and delicious weeknight meals, complete with side suggestions and a special weekly bonus recipe.

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Black Bean and Mushroom Sliders

Photo: Brian Woodcock; Styling: Claire Spollen

Fiber-packed pinto beans are slightly sweeter than black beans but will also work well with the flavors in these mini veggie burgers.

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Mexican Stew

Photo: Hector Sanchez; Styling: Caroline M. Cunningham

Classic posole, a delicious slow-simmered Mexican pork stew, is typically a time-consuming labor of love. But this one gives you all the comfort and flavor of the old-world version made in your slow cooker.

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Garlicky Beef-and-Bean Stir-Fry

Photo: Hector Sanchez; Styling: Caroline M. Cunningham

Cut costs at the supermarket by rethinking how you buy meats. Here, we use a less expensive cut of beef and stretch it by adding colorful fresh veggies to the entrée. Thinly slice the meat and stir-fry it quickly to keep it tender.

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Cumin-Rubbed Chicken with Guacamole Sauce

Photo: Justin Walker; Styling: Carla Gonzalez-Hart

This Mexican-inspired meal features one of our favorite ingredients, avocado! Instant brown rice and quick-cooking chicken breast halves help it all come together in just 30 minutes.

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Lobster Mac and Cheese

Photo: Jennifer Davick; Styling: Rachael Burrow

A kid favorite gets a grown-up makeover in this rich and cheesy seafood mac. Serving the ramekins next to a sweet and nutty green salad makes for a spectacular presentation.

Serve with:
Arugula, Pear, and Walnut Salad

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Nutty Chocolate Thumbprints

Photo: Hector Sanchez; Styling: Caroline M. Cunningham

No candy pieces here. These thumbprint cookies are topped with a delicious peanut butter-chocolate filling.

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