Dinner Tonight: February 2011

Updated: November 18, 2014
Serve up easy, delicious dinners every night (in 45 minutes or less!) with these healthy, family-friendly recipes.
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Maple and Soy-Glazed Flank Steak

Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Cindy Barr
Make use of a budget-friendly cut of meat by marinating in a rich Asian marinade, which serves double-duty in this recipe.
Maple and Soy-Glazed Flank Steak Recipe
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Quick Chicken Noodle Soup

Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Leigh Ann Ross

Full of down-home flavor, this classic soup can be on your table in 20 minutes or less.


Quick Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe

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Pork Chops with Country Gravy

Photo: Beau Gustafson; Styling: Melanie J. Clarke

This savory pork chops and gravy recipe is a lightened version of the Southern-style classic. Plus, you can use the simple gravy technique in a number of other dishes.


Pork Chops with Country Gravy Recipe
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Scallop Piccata with Spinach

Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Kellie Gerber Kelley
Serve these quick-cooking scallops over a bed of whole-grain pasta or brown rice for a filling (and impressive!) meal.
Scallop Piccata with Spinach Recipe

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Pork with Lemon-Caper Sauce

Photo: Beau Gustafson; Styling: Jan Gautro

Lightly-breaded pork chops cook quickly for a fast and delicious weeknight dinner. Serve with orzo and green beans.


Pork with Lemon-Caper Sauce Recipe

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Hot Turkey Sandwiches

Already thinking about Thanksgiving leftovers? Put your turkey and cranberry sauce to use in these quick-to-make sandwiches.


Hot Turkey Sandwiches Recipe
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Black Bean Burrito Bake

Photo: Lee Harrelson

This five-star black bean burrito recipe is a reader favorite and sure to become one of your go-to weeknight meals.


Black Bean Burrito Bake Recipe

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Sauteed Halibut with Romesco Sauce

Photo: John Autry; Styling: Cindy Barr
Highlight the sweet and subtle flavor of halibut with a smoky homemade romesco sauce.
Sauteed Halibut with Romesco Sauce Recipe

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Chicken and Mushroom Panini

Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Kellie Gerber Kelley

Gooey cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, and earthy mushrooms join chicken for a tasty sandwich you can quickly prepare in a grill pan or panini press.


Chicken and Mushroom Panini Recipe
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Smoky Pan-Grilled Pork Chops

Photo: John Autry; Styling: Cindy Barr
Rain or shine, get the flavor of grilled pork chops with smoky seasonings such as hot smoked paprika and toasted cumin seeds.
Smoky Pan-Grilled Pork Chops Recipe

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Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis

Photo: Johnny Autry; Styling: Cindy Barr

We add white cheddar cheese to this comfort-food favorite making it seem more indulgent than it actually is at less than 300 calories per serving.


Cheesy Meat Loaf Minis Recipe

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Seared Scallops with Tuscan Beans

Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Jan Gautro

Pair this one-dish meal with a side of garlic bread. It's perfect for sopping up every last drop of the delicious sauce.


Seared Scallops with Tuscan Beans Recipe
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Filet Mignon with Port and Mustard Sauce

Photo: Howard L. Puckett; Styling: Melanie J. Clarke

Port wine and Dijon mustard team up for a sweet-and-sharp sauce to top this 15-minute steak. Serve with mashed potatoes and fresh green beans for a winning meal.


Filet Mignon with Port and Mustard Sauce Recipe

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Fontina and Mascarpone Baked Pasta

Photo: Lee Harrelson

Serve a cheesy pasta bake that is ready to eat in just 45 minutes. The nutty flavor of fontina and creaminess of mascarpone create a delicious updated version of mac and cheese.


Fontina and Mascarpone Baked Pasta Recipe

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White Bean-Rajas Soup

Photography: Randy Mayor

Sautéed onions, poblano chiles, and bell peppers form the foundation for this flavorful 30-minute soup.


White Bean-Rajas Soup Recipe
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Shrimp Pad Thai

Photo: Lee Harrelson

This 35-minute, lightened Pad Thai is packed with vibrant ingredients like crushed red pepper, sliced green onions, and dry-roasted peanuts to add great flavor.


Shrimp Pad Thai Recipe

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Chicken Stuffed with Spinach and Feta

Photo: John Autry; Styling: Cindy Barr

This stuffed chicken recipe is filled with Mediterranean flavors and pairs well with couscous.


Chicken Stuffed with Spinach and Feta Recipe

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Sausage, Pepper, and Onion Pizza

Randy Mayor; Katie Stoddard

A robust topping of turkey sausage, onions, and peppers crown this satisfying Chicago-style pizza. French baguette halves mimic the traditional deep-dish crust—a real timesaver.


Sausage, Pepper, and Onion Pizza Recipe
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Beef Tagine with Butternut Squash

Photo: John Autry; Styling: Cindy Barr

Take your basic beef stew to the next level by making this simple, fragrant beef tagine featuring butternut squash.


Beef Tagine with Butternut Squash Recipe

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Creole Shrimp and Sausage Stew

Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Rose Nguyen

Warm up cool evenings with a delicious creole shrimp and sausage stew that's just as good on its own or ladled over rice. Serve with crusty bread and hot sauce.


Creole Shrimp and Sausage Stew Recipe

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Eggplant and Goat Cheese Sandwiches

Photo: Kana Okada; Styling: Sara Quessenberry
Transform sandwich night with this hearty veggie-laden stacker. You can peel the eggplant, but the sandwiches are prettier with the deep-purple skin intact
Eggplant and Goat Cheese Sandwiches Recipe
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Grilled Chicken with Mustard-Tarragon Sauce

Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner; Styling: Rose Nguyen

A tangy sauce enlivens simple grilled chicken breasts while a hint of sugar balances the flavors in this top-rated recipe.


Grilled Chicken with Mustard-Tarragon Sauce Recipe

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Pecan-Crusted Tilapia

Photography: Randy Mayor; Styling: Jan Gautro

A weeknight favorite, this quick and easy pecan-crusted tilapia serves up moist fish with a crunchy crust.


Pecan-Crusted Tilapia Recipe

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Ancho Pork and Hominy Stew

Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Leigh Ann Ross

This stew recipe is an easy way to feed your family meat and veggies in one dish. Readers rave it's quick, easy, and consistently delicious!


Ancho Pork and Hominy Stew Recipe
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Italian Beef Subs

Upgrade sandwich night to an Italian feast with these 20-minute subs featuring roast beef and spicy picked vegetables called giardiniera.


Italian Beef Subs Recipe

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Chicken-Orzo Soup

Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner; Styling: Rose Nguyen

Nothing says comfort like a bowl of hearty chicken soup. Pair with a sandwich for a simple, comforting dinner option.


Chicken-Orzo Soup Recipe

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Pork and Edamame Fried Rice

Randy Mayor

Thai chili sauce, cilantro, and roasted peanuts add zip to this easy dish. For the best texture and flavor, use leftover rice, which has less moisture than fresh-cooked grains.


Pork and Edamame Fried Rice Recipe
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Two-Step Macaroni and Cheese

Photo: Lee Harrelson

Quick and easy comfort food satisfies the stomach and the soul in this four-ingredient dish. Toss in crumbled cooked bacon and serve with buttery steamed broccoli to round out the meal.


Two-Step Macaroni and Cheese Recipe
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