Dinner Tonight: March 2011

Pair sea scallops with a cauliflower and potato puree for an elegant yet weeknight-friendly meal.

Seared Scallops with Cauliflower Puree Recipe

Apple chutney is a heart-warming topping for pork in this family-friendly dinner of spicy, boneless chops.

Spiced Pork Chops with Apple Chutney Recipe

The name says it all—you can get this cold-weather comfort food on the table in a flash! Try a Texas take on this cold-weather comfort food by serving it over rice with warm corn bread sticks on the side.

Twenty-Minute Chili Recipe

Add fresh fruits and vegetables to spicy chicken tacos for an inspired Mexican meal with the family.

Fiesta Chicken Tacos Recipe

Think salads aren't filling? Then you haven't tried this one packed with rice noodles, fresh vegetables, and tender steak.
Fiery Beef and Rice Noodle Salad Recipe

Panko is the secret ingredient that makes these oven-fried fish fillets a family favorite. For best results, use Alaskan cod, halibut, or even tilapia for this 30-minute fish supper.

Crispy Fish with Lemon-Dill Sauce Recipe

Black beans and cheddar make for a southwestern-inspired hearty omelet filling, but feel free to vary this recipe by using kidney beans or Monterey Jack cheese instead.

Southwestern Omelet Recipe

Thanks to savory spices and a quick-cooking roux, this gumbo cuts back on time (and calories!) and keeps the rich flavor.

Shrimp and Okra Gumbo Recipe

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

Grilled Turkey and Ham Sandwiches Recipe

Fresh spinach, chicken, and a combination of cheeses make this pasta dish comforting enough for the last days of winter yet fresh enough for the first days of spring. And at just 345 calories a serving, you can afford to have seconds.

Three-Cheese Chicken Penne Florentine Recipe

Stir-fry a zesty shrimp dish for a quick weeknight dinner. Spoon over basmati or jasmine rice. Try the recipe with chicken or steak, too.
Shrimp and Broccoli Stir-Fry Recipe

Arugula, a peppery salad green, makes a tasty bed for tender, simply seasoned pan-seared steak.

Filet Mignon with Arugula Salad Recipe

Serve quick-cooking pork tenderloin in a zesty Dijon mustard sauce over egg noodles for dinner tonight. The noodles soak up the extra sauce so you don't lose any flavor. Pair with steamed asparagus or broccoli.

Pork Tenderloin with Mustard Sauce Recipe

Ricotta, Parmesan, and mozzarella are the three cheeses highlighted in this meatless pizza. A packaged pizza crust makes it an easy choice for busy weeknights.

White Pizza Recipe

You're 15 minutes to dinner in this healthy and flavorful chicken and fennel dinner. Fennel is a great source of vitamins and minerals, and this is the perfect starter recipe to experiment with the herb.

Chicken with Italian Sweet-Sour Fennel Recipe

Pasta is the perfect weeknight meal. Your family will love the comforting flavors, and you'll love that it's surprisingly low in calories.

Pasta with Asparagus, Pancetta, and Pine Nuts Recipe

Yukon gold potatoes are the key ingredient to give the soup rich, buttery flavor. This makes a generous amount, so share the bounty with friends or freeze half of the batch for a future meal.
Golden Potato-Leek Soup Recipe

Serve this Thai-inspired halibut dish for a quick and easy dinner in minutes. Soak up the delectable coconut-red curry sauce with a side of seasoned rice and bok choy.
Halibut with Curry Sauce Recipe

Serve a simple steak dinner topped with a peppery veggie-and-cheese relish.

Flank Steak with Cucumber-Pepperoncini Relish Recipe

Intimidated by risotto? You won't be after following this easy, impressive recipe. To make the dish completely meatless, use vegetable broth in place of chicken.

Shiitake and Sweet Pea Risotto Recipe

Creamy macaroni and cheese is a recipe for comfort, while mustard, garlic, and Worcestershire sauce add some zip.

Creamy Macaroni and Cheese Recipe

Give pork tenderloin an Asian twist by cooking in a sweet and spicy sauce.

Caramel Pork Recipe

Indulge in the flavor of the Mediterranean with plump shrimp tossed with lemon and pepper and served over a bed of orzo.

Lemon Pepper Shrimp Scampi Recipe

A classic flavor combination, lamb and mint meet bow-tie pasta for a hearty weeknight meal.

Farfalle with Lamb Ragu Recipe

Introduce your family to the flavors of the Caribbean with this budget-friendly dish that's ready in less than 20 minutes. For maximum heat, leave the seeds and membranes in the pepper; habanero will be much hotter than serrano.

Jerk-Rubbed Catfish with Spicy Cilantro Slaw Recipe

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

You don't even need leftover turkey for this creamy make-ahead casserole because it starts with quick-cooking turkey cutlets that you season and cook in a skillet.

Turkey Tetrazzini Recipe

Pungent cheese, sharp olives, fruity olive oil, and briny capers give this no-cook pasta sauce tons of flavor.

Spaghetti with Peppery No-Cook Tomato Sauce Recipe

An orange and caper relish gives fresh fish a punch of flavor in this 15-minute recipe.

Arctic Char with Orange-Caper Relish Recipe

Give your weeknight pork chops a makeover with the comforting flavors of Marsala sauce. Save time in the kitchen by purchasing pre-minced garlic and pre-chopped mushrooms.

Pork Chops Marsala Recipe

Bring the flavor of your favorite takeout to the dinner table in just 30 minutes. Add sauteed snow peas to complete the meal.

Spicy Asian Noodles with Chicken Recipe