Weeknight Meal Planner: Week of August 22nd

August 19, 2016
Credit: Photo: Lee Harrelson; Styling: Jan Gautro, Laura Zapalowski
We’ve served up 5 quick and delicious weeknight meals, complete with side suggestions and a special weekly bonus recipe.
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Caprese Sandwiches

Credit: Photo: Thomas J. Story  

For a sandwich rendition of the classic Italian salad, load up rolls with cherry tomatoes and mini mozzarella balls. A thick layer of pesto makes it extra-memorable. Serve with crunchy kettle chips.

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Parmesan Chicken and Rice

Credit: Photo: Lee Harrelson; Styling: Jan Gautro

Rice and broth are added to sautéed chicken, onion, garlic, mushrooms and parmesan for a simple entrée that requires only one pan.

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Whole-Grain Mini Meat Loaves

Credit: Photo: Jennifer Causey; Styling: Claire Spollen

Quinoa and vegetables bulk up meat loaf to a hefty portion for a satisfying main dish that's table-ready in 45 minutes. Freeze leftover meat loaf up to 2 months. Serve with Brussels sprouts and garlicky mashed potatoes.

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Mom's Creamy Chicken and Broccoli Casserole

Credit: Photo: Brian Woodcock; Styling: Cindy Barr    

A traditional creamy chicken casserole can have more than 800 calories per serving! Try our lightened up version that offers great flavor without all the calories.

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Chili-Garlic Shrimp and Noodle Stir-Fry

Credit: Photo: Jennifer Causey; Styling: Claire Spollen

The more color, the better flavor. Chili-Garlic Shrimp and Noodle Stir-Fry makes a healthy and delicious weeknight dinner. 

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Buckeye Balls

Credit: Photo: Lee Harrelson; Styling: Jan Gautro, Laura Zapalowski

The term Buckeye Balls is code for delicious chocolate, peanut butter candy goodies.

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