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Dinner Tonight: November 2014

October 30, 2014
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Serve up easy, delicious dinners every night (in 45 minutes or less!) with these healthy, family-friendly recipes.
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Lamb Chops and Cilantro Relish

Credit: Photo: John Autry; Styling: Cindy Barr
Prechopped onion speeds prep for the relish in this restaurant-worthy lamb dish that is ready in 40 minutes.
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Poached Eggs with Spinach

Credit: Photo: Johnny Autry and Randy Mayor; Styling: Cindy Barr and Leigh Ann Ross

Serve protein-packed eggs over a side of spinach sauteed with mushrooms, walnuts, and Gruyère cheese.


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Shrimp Vodka Pasta

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A simple vodka-marinara sauce is tossed with refrigerated fettuccine and sauteed shrimp for a quick and filling one-dish entree.


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Chicken-Butternut Tagine

Credit: Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Kellie Gerber Kelley

Sweet, smoky, and salty flavors blend beautifully in this quick adaptation of a classic Moroccan tagine.


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Tacos al Carbon

Credit: Photo: Lee Harrelson

Although "al carbon" means to cook over charcoal, bring this dish indoors by sautéing steak, onions, and peppers to make a one-pan taco filling reminiscent of fajitas. 


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Broiled Salmon with Peppercorn-Lime Rub

Credit: Photo: Randy Mayor; Stylist: Rose Nguyen

Spice up fish night by giving salmon a delectable 4-ingredient rub before cooking. A quick quinoa-vegetable salad rounds out the meal.


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Spanish Spaghetti with Olives

Credit: Photo: Johnny Autry; Styling: Cindy Barr

Update spaghetti night with a Spanish twist by adding a fresh new ingredient: pimiento-stuffed olives.


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Coriander-Crusted Tuna with Black Bean Salsa

Credit: Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Melanie J. Clarke

This Southwestern tuna has a spicy crust made with coriander, cumin, and black pepper. Serve with warm flour tortillas, and garnish with sliced avocado.


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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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White Bean Soup

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Pancetta adds bold flavor to this smooth, savory soup. Pair with toast or a small green salad for a light and filling meal.


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Fettuccine with Shrimp and Bacon

Credit: Photo: Lee Harrelson

A dish of shrimp sauteed in bacon drippings and tossed with fettuccine sounds like a no-no for the calorie conscious. But at under 400 calories a serving, indulge!


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Tex-Mex Lasagna

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Serve an inspired meatless Mexican meal that's perfect for a busy weeknight.


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Loaded Potato Soup

Credit: Photo: Johnny Autry; Styling: Cindy Barr

Loaded baked potatoes get a lightened makeover in this hearty and flavor-packed recipe. Make this reviewer favorite the star attraction of your next soup night. Set up a topping buffet and let everyone make their own custom loaded bowl.


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Oven-Fried Chicken Parmesan

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Serve an Italian favorite for an easy meal in minutes. Pair with a simple starch and a small green salad.


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Steamed Clams and Tomatoes with Angel Hair Pasta

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Store-bought clam juice adds great flavor to a quick pasta dish. Serve with crusty bread and a simple green salad to round out dinner.


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Roasted Rosemary Shrimp with Arugula and White Bean Salad

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Baked shrimp top a crisp salad for a refreshingly light meal in about 15 minutes. Serve with garlic ciabatta.


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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 Grits

Credit: Photo: Iain Bagwell; Styling: Mary Clayton Carl

Shrimp and Grits, a low-country favorite, makes a hearty, one-dish dinner and is table-ready in 30 minutes.


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Grilled Tilapia and Parmesan Polenta

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Discover the wonders of smoked paprika with this easy and economical fish dinner. Creamy polenta complements the full-flavored fish.


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Barbecue Chicken with Mustard Glaze

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A five-ingredient barbecue rub and a three-ingredient basting sauce are all you need to take chicken from routine to off-the-charts good. 


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Smoky Shrimp and Parmesan-Polenta Cakes

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Invite company over for this gourmet-inspired dish that's a snap to make. Serve with salad greens splashed with vinaigrette.


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Cold Peanut Noodles with Shrimp

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Serve a chilled seafood-and-noodle dish for an easy, Asian-inspired meal in minutes.


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Mao Pao Tofu

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Twenty-Minute Chili

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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.


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Chicken and Bacon Roll-Ups

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Made hearty with shredded chicken, these easy sandwiches can be endlessly adapted to suit any taste.


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Steamed Chicken and Vegetables with Soy Dipping Sauce

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Believe it or not, you can eat steamed chicken and vegetables with a soy dipping sauce for just 250 calories—leaving room for a glass of wine with dinner.


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Grilled Turkey and Ham Sandwiches

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


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Turkey and Potato Soup with Bacon

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Filled with two types of meat and baking potatoes, this hearty soup will warm up your family on a cold night.


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Cold Sesame Noodles with Chicken and Cucumbers

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Dig into a simple pasta toss loaded with chicken, cucumbers, and peanuts.


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Sauteed Halibut with Romesco Sauce

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Highlight the sweet and subtle flavor of halibut with a smoky homemade romesco sauce.
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1 of 30 Lamb Chops and Cilantro Relish
2 of 30 Poached Eggs with Spinach
3 of 30 Shrimp Vodka Pasta
4 of 30 Chicken-Butternut Tagine
5 of 30 Tacos al Carbon
6 of 30 Broiled Salmon with Peppercorn-Lime Rub
7 of 30 Spanish Spaghetti with Olives
8 of 30 Coriander-Crusted Tuna with Black Bean Salsa
9 of 30 Chicken, Mushroom, and Gruyere Quesadillas
10 of 30 White Bean Soup
11 of 30 Fettuccine with Shrimp and Bacon
12 of 30 Tex-Mex Lasagna
13 of 30 Loaded Potato Soup
14 of 30 Oven-Fried Chicken Parmesan
15 of 30 Steamed Clams and Tomatoes with Angel Hair Pasta
16 of 30 Roasted Rosemary Shrimp with Arugula and White Bean Salad
17 of 30 Caprese Wraps with Chicken
18 of 30 Shrimp and Grits
19 of 30 Grilled Tilapia and Parmesan Polenta
20 of 30 Barbecue Chicken with Mustard Glaze
21 of 30 Smoky Shrimp and Parmesan-Polenta Cakes
22 of 30 Cold Peanut Noodles with Shrimp
23 of 30 Mao Pao Tofu
24 of 30 Twenty-Minute Chili
25 of 30 Chicken and Bacon Roll-Ups
26 of 30 Steamed Chicken and Vegetables with Soy Dipping Sauce
27 of 30 Grilled Turkey and Ham Sandwiches
28 of 30 Turkey and Potato Soup with Bacon
29 of 30 Cold Sesame Noodles with Chicken and Cucumbers
30 of 30 Sauteed Halibut with Romesco Sauce

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