Weeknight Meal Planner

April 16, 2012
Photo: Jennifer Davick; Styling: Buffy Hargett
We've served up 5 quick and delicious weeknight meals, complete with side suggestions and a special weekly bonus recipe.
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Creamy Slow-cooker Chicken

Photo: Beth Dreiling Hontzas; Styling: Lisa Powell Bailey
Spoon this rich and creamy chicken mixture over pasta, rice or biscuits for a home-style dinner that's sure to satisfy your need for comfort food.
Serve With:
Mixed green salad
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Sweet Potato, Leek, and Ham Soup

Photo: Oxmoor House
This hearty, satisfying soup is as delicious as it is pretty. It's less than 200 calories per serving and full of nutrients from the sweet potatoes, making this is a great choice for health-conscious families who enjoy a good meal.
Serve With:
Wheat rolls

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Steak Tips with Mushroom Gravy

Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Leigh Ann Ross
Top cooked egg noodles with sirloin steak smothered in a rich mushroom gravy for a heartwarming weeknight supper.
Serve With:
Steamed green beans
Buttered toast
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Easy Valentine's Day

Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner; Styling: Jan Gautro
This easy pasta dish is one of our most popular recipes. It's no wonder, either; this creamy casserole tastes indulgent, yet boasts just under 350 calories and 10 grams of fat per serving. Serve with your favorite wine for a simple Valentine's Day dinner at home.
Serve With:
Salad
Roasted asparagus

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Refried Bean Poblanos with Cheese

Photo: Oxmoor House
These colorful bean stuffed poblanos take less than 10 minutes to prepare in the microwave.
Serve With:
Yellow rice
Avocado slices

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Key Lime Pound Cake

Photo: Jennifer Davick; Styling: Buffy Hargett
Dress up traditional pound cake with a little lime zest and a homemade Key lime glaze for a deliciously tropical dessert.
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