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Dinner Tonight

May 01, 2010
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Credit: Photo: John Autry; Styling: Mindi Shapiro
Serve up easy, delicious dinners in 45 minutes or less every night of the week with these healthy, family-friendly recipes.
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Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Orange and Red Onion Salsa               

Credit: Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Leigh Ann Ross
Comfort food is perfect for family night, so dish up a hearty pork dish with a tangy salsa topping. A quick and hearty rice-and-beans side dish complements the roast.

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Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Orange and Red Onion Salsa               < Recipe

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Jerk-Spiced Shrimp                  

Credit: Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner; Styling: Melanie Clark
Sweet, spicy, and definitely juicy, this shrimp recipe brings the flavor of the Caribbean from the grill to the table in no time. Serve a refreshing fruit salsa on the side to tame the fiery spice of the shrimp.

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Grilled Chicken with Mint and Pine Nut Gremolata                

Credit: Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner; Styling: Leigh Ann Ross
Cover your basic grilled chicken with the zesty herb topping for an anything-but-average meal. It also works well over steak or fish.

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Grilled Chicken with Mint and Pine Nut Gremolata                 Recipe

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Caramelized Scallops                  

Credit: Photo: Randy Mayor; Stylist: Leigh Ann Ross
Save this recipe for your next date night at home. Scallops cook quickly and are packed with delicious flavor. Serve with wide rice noodles and sugar snap peas.

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Oven-Fried Chicken Parmesan                 

Credit: Photo: Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Jan Gautro
Serve a classic family-favorite for an easy weeknight meal in minutes. Pair with an easy starch and a small green salad.

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Oven-Fried Chicken Parmesan                  Recipe

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Grilled Balsamic Skirt Steak                 

Credit: Becky Luigart-Stayner; Styling: Leigh Ann Ross
For an easy al fresco meal, head outdoors and fire up your grill to prepare this budget-friendly cut of meat.

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Grilled Balsamic Skirt Steak                 

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Fresh Salmon-Cilantro Burgers                 

Credit: Photo: Randy Mayor; Stylist: Rose Nguyen
Skip the beef and serve a Mexican-inspired salmon burger topped with a fresh lime-cilantro mayonnaise sauce. Cook the salmon patties in a skillet to enjoy this hearty burger year-round. A spinach salad with a sweet, slightly spicy Asian-influenced dressing makes a tasty accompaniment.

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Greek Pasta with Meatballs                 &

Credit: Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Kellie Gerber Kelley
This riff on spaghetti and meatballs uses rice-shaped pasta, ground lamb, and feta cheese.

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Skillet Chicken Souvlaki                 

Credit: Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner; Styling: Melanie Clark
Prepare a family-friendly Mediterranean-style dish that's sure to please even the pickiest eater. The quick-cooking chicken and simple homemade yogurt sauce make this a perfect dish for a busy weeknight. Serve with a simple side salad.

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Skillet Chicken Souvlaki                  Recipe

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Asparagus and Smoked Trout Frittata                 

Credit: Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner; Styling: Leigh Ann Ross
This fancy frittata is perfect for your next brunch, and guests will never know it only took 30 minutes to make.

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Asparagus and Smoked Trout Frittata                  Recipe

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Peppery Monterey Jack Pasta Salad                 

Credit: Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Leigh Ann Ross
Acini di pepe [ah-CHEE-nee dee-PAY-pay] are tiny pasta rounds resembling peppercorns. Use ditalini (very short tube-shaped macaroni) or any other small pasta shape if you can't find acini di pepe in your supermarket. Serve with Asiago breadsticks.

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Flank Steak with Cucumber-Pepperoncini Relish                

Credit: Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Jan Gautro
Pepperoncini peppers are yellow, wrinkled, and slightly spicy; we use both the chopped pickled pepper and pickling liquid to flavor the crunchy relish.

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Chicken Milanese with Spring Greens                 

Credit: Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner; Styling: Leigh Ann Ross
Create a healthy kid-friendly meal by slicing the chicken into "fingers" and serving over a colorful salad.

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Chicken Milanese with Spring Greens                  Recipe

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Snapper with Grilled Mango Salsa                 

Credit: Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner; Styling: Leigh Ann Ross
Keep the kitchen cool and grill your entire main dish tonight. Grilling the mango brings out the sweetness, which perfectly balance the flavor of the fish. Serve with orange-scented couscous.

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Snapper with Grilled Mango Salsa                 

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Cheddar Burgers with Red Onion Jam                 

Credit: Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner; Styling: Leigh Ann Ross
A quick five-ingredient sauce tops cheesy homemade burgers to make an easy, delicious dinner in no time. Serve with baked chips and blue cheese dip.

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Cheddar Burgers with Red Onion Jam                  Recipe

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Noodles with Roast Pork and Almond Sauce                

Credit: Photo: Kana Okada; Styling: Sara Quessenberry
Serve this delicious pork dish over noodles or, if you prefer, rice.

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Noodles with Roast Pork and Almond Sauce                 Recipe

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Caprese Wraps with Chicken                 &

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Pick up a rotisserie chicken and assemble this hearty sandwich for a quick and easy weeknight meal.

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Shrimp and Pine Nut Spaghetti                 

Because the noodles will quickly absorb the creamy sauce, it's best to serve this calcium-rich entrée right away. It's also good with rotisserie chicken.

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Chicken, Cashew, and Red Pepper Stir-Fry                

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This dish balances salty, sweet, tangy, and spicy ingredients. Spoon it alongside a quick rice pilaf.

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Turkey Panini with Watercress and Citrus Aioli                

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Take your average turkey sandwich to the next level with a citrusy spread and a few minutes on the panini press.

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Oatmeal-Crusted Chicken Tenders                 

Oatmeal-crusted chicken tenders are delightfully crunchy, and are sure to be a hit with adults and children alike. Serve with commercial honey mustard or light ranch dressing for dipping.

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Oatmeal-Crusted Chicken Tenders                 

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Spiced Lamb and Vegetable Kebabs with Cilantro-Mint Sauce               

Credit: Photo: Randy Mayor; Stylist: Rose Nguyen
A bright sauce, made with mint, cilantro, lime juice, and peppers, brings out the fresh flavor in the lamb-and-veggie kebabs. For dessert, try ice cream with mango-cardamom sauce.

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Antipasto-Style Penne                  

Credit: Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner; Styling: Leigh Ann Ross
A one-dish Italian-style meal with olives, red bell peppers, and prosciutto is sure to hit the spot tonight.

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Open-Faced Sandwiches with Ricotta, Arugula, and Fried Egg               

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You'll need a knife and fork to dig in to these filling sandwiches that give a unique take on breakfast for dinner.

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Pork Noodle Salad                  

Credit: Photo: Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Jan Gautro
Pork cooks quickly in the broiler, making this meal a clear choice for busy weeknight dinners.

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Chicken, Mushroom, and Gruyere Quesadillas                

Credit: Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner; Styling: Leigh Ann Ross
Build on the traditional Mexican classic by adding fun new ingredients like sliced mushrooms and a different creamy cheese. Watermelon-jicama salad is a refreshing side dish for this easy summer dish.

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Herbed Arugula-Tomato Salad with Chicken                

Credit: Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner; Styling: Leigh Ann Ross
Dress up quick-cooking cutlets with a homemade vinaigrette and fresh produce for an easy Mediterranean-inspired meal.

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Chicken with Southwestern Salsa                 

Credit: Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Cindy Barr
Serve with a mixed green salad. For the dressing, combine 1/4 cup fresh lime juice, 1 tablespoon sugar, 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon cumin in a large bowl, stirring with a whisk. Add 6 cups torn romaine lettuce, 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion, and 1/4 cup diced avocado; toss gently to combine.

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Coconut and Basil Steamed Mussels                 

Credit: Photo: Randy Mayor; Stylist: Leigh Ann Ross
Impress guests with this elegant and easy main dish. Pair with spinach and scallion rice for a complete meal in about 20 minutes.

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Moroccan Pita Sandwiches                 

Credit: Photo: Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Jan Gautro
Upgrade sandwich night by serving these hearty pitas mini burgers. Pair with a small salad for a light, simple dinner in minutes.

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Chipotle Chicken Cheesesteaks                 

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This sandwich packs in gooey cheese, smoky spices, and chunks of chicken for a comforting family-friendly dinner.

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    1 of 31 Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Orange and Red Onion Salsa               
    2 of 31 Jerk-Spiced Shrimp                  
    3 of 31 Grilled Chicken with Mint and Pine Nut Gremolata                
    4 of 31 Caramelized Scallops                  
    5 of 31 Oven-Fried Chicken Parmesan                 
    6 of 31 Grilled Balsamic Skirt Steak                 
    7 of 31 Fresh Salmon-Cilantro Burgers                 
    8 of 31 Greek Pasta with Meatballs                 &
    9 of 31 Skillet Chicken Souvlaki                 
    10 of 31 Asparagus and Smoked Trout Frittata                 
    11 of 31 Peppery Monterey Jack Pasta Salad                 
    12 of 31 Flank Steak with Cucumber-Pepperoncini Relish                
    13 of 31 Chicken Milanese with Spring Greens                 
    14 of 31 Snapper with Grilled Mango Salsa                 
    15 of 31 Cheddar Burgers with Red Onion Jam                 
    16 of 31 Noodles with Roast Pork and Almond Sauce                
    17 of 31 Caprese Wraps with Chicken                 &
    18 of 31 Shrimp and Pine Nut Spaghetti                 
    19 of 31 Chicken, Cashew, and Red Pepper Stir-Fry                
    20 of 31 Turkey Panini with Watercress and Citrus Aioli                
    21 of 31 Oatmeal-Crusted Chicken Tenders                 
    22 of 31 Spiced Lamb and Vegetable Kebabs with Cilantro-Mint Sauce               
    23 of 31 Antipasto-Style Penne                  
    24 of 31 Open-Faced Sandwiches with Ricotta, Arugula, and Fried Egg               
    25 of 31 Pork Noodle Salad                  
    26 of 31 Chicken, Mushroom, and Gruyere Quesadillas                
    27 of 31 Herbed Arugula-Tomato Salad with Chicken                
    28 of 31 Chicken with Southwestern Salsa                 
    29 of 31 Coconut and Basil Steamed Mussels                 
    30 of 31 Moroccan Pita Sandwiches                 
    31 of 31 Chipotle Chicken Cheesesteaks                 

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