Butternut Squash Risotto

1 of 6 Photo: John Autry; Styling: Cindy Barr

It takes a little muscle, but risotto is a surprisingly easy weeknight meal.

2 of 6 Photo: John Autry; Styling: Cindy Barr

Beef Tagine with Butternut Squash

Spice up leftover butternut squash by serving it in a North African beef dish.
Serve With:
Israeli couscous

3 of 6 Photo: Hector Sanchez; Styling: Caroline M. Cunningham

Lighten up your Wednesday evening with roasted beets, carrot, and Israeli couscous.

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This slow cooker dish is comfort food at its finest. If you prefer, use more chicken broth instead of wine.

5 of 6 Jim Bathie

Treat yourself to the classic steak-and-potato dish to celebrate the start of your weekend.
Serve With:
Red wine

6 of 6 Photo: Con Poulos

Don't fight it—you know you want them.These doughnuts are baked instead of fried to ease the guilt just a little.