Dinner Tonight: February 2012

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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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 Tenderloin Studded with Rosemary and Garlic

Randy Mayor; Melanie J. Clarke

Tender, moist, and fragrant, this hearty pork tenderloin with rosemary and garlic is a breeze to prepare.


Pork Tenderloin Studded with Rosemary and Garlic 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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Garlic Chicken Pizza

In about 20 minutes you can serve your family a garlicky-good, three-cheese and chicken pizza that's just as good as what you'd get at a pizza restaurant.
Garlic Chicken Pizza Recipe

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Beef and Beer Chili

Randy Mayor

Cook a flavorful pot of chili in just 40 minutes for a quick meal that's sure to warm the soul.


Beef and Beer Chili Recipe

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Quick Pizza Margherita

Randy Mayor; Katie Stoddard

Make a thin and crispy pizza in under 30 minutes with refrigerated pizza dough, plum tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil.


Quick Pizza Margherita 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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Chicken with Mustard Sauce

Photo: Johnny Autry and Randy Mayor; Styling: Cindy Barr

This simple dinner of chicken and brussels sprouts topped with a zesty mustard sauce will quickly become one of your go-to meals for busy weeknights.


Chicken with Mustard Sauce 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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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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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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Chicken Piccata with Capers

Photo: Lee Harrelson

Get an Italian restaurant favorite at home for just a fraction of the cost. The best part? It comes together from start to finish in just 20 minutes. Serve over hot-cooked spaghetti or your favorite pasta and spritz with additional lemon juice for added brightness to the dish.


Chicken Piccata with Capers 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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Caramelized Scallops

Photo: Randy Mayor; Stylist: Leigh Ann Ross

Toss seared scallops with flavorful sauce for a simple, elegant dinner. Round out your plate with wide rice noodles and sugar snap peas.


Caramelized Scallops Recipe

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Tenderloin Steaks and Balsamic Green Beans

Photo: Johnny Autry and Randy Mayor; Styling: Cindy Barr

Pair simply seasoned beef tenderloin with a side of flavorful balsamic green beans tonight. Did we mention this is all under 250 calories?


Tenderloin Steaks and Balsamic Green Beans 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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Salmon Croquettes

Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Leigh Ann Ross

By pairing this superfast recipe with a light salad, you can impress the family and still have time to enjoy the meal.


Salmon Croquettes Recipe

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Soft Black Bean Tostadas

Shredded chicken and avocado salsa top this 20-minute Mexican dinner.


Soft Black Bean Tostadas Recipe
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Grilled Turkey and Ham Sandwiches

Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Cindy Barr

Update sandwich night with a hearty grilled stacker loaded with leftover turkey, ham, veggies, and a Dijon spread.


Grilled Turkey and Ham Sandwiches Recipe

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Tofu Steaks with Shiitakes

Photo: Johnny Autry and Randy Mayor; Styling: Cindy Barr

Try a quick vegetarian entrée full of flavor and rich vegetables for dinner tonight.


Tofu Steaks with Shiitakes 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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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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Roast Chicken with Balsamic Bell Peppers

Photo: Johnny Autry; Styling: Cindy Barr

This roast chicken dish adds Italian flair to your dinner table in just 40 minutes.


Roast Chicken with Balsamic Bell Peppers Recipe

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Seafood Cioppino

Photo: Johnny Autry and Randy Mayor; Styling: Cindy Barr

Don't be intimidated by the name: our cioppino is easy to make and it features fresh Italian flavors like basil, oregano, and tomatoes.


Seafood Cioppino 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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Chicken Panini with Fig Jam

Lee Harrelson

Jazz up sandwich night with leftover chicken and store-bought fig jam. If you do not have a sandwich press or cast-iron skillet, place a regular skillet on top of the sandwich and weigh it down with cans.


Chicken Panini with Fig Jam 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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Fettuccine Alfredo with Bacon

Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Leigh Ann Ross
Treat yourself tonight! Indulge in this lightened version of the rich Italian pasta dish that's ready in just 20 minutes.
Fettuccine Alfredo with Bacon Recipe

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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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