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Dinner Tonight: November 2014

Dinner Tonight: November 2014

October 30, 2014

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Credit: Photo: John Autry; Styling: Cindy Barr

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.
Lamb Chops and Cilantro Relish Recipe

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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.

Poached Eggs with Spinach Recipe

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Shrimp Vodka Pasta

Credit: Photo: José Picayo

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

Shrimp Vodka Pasta Recipe

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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.

Chicken-Butternut Tagine Recipe

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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.

Tacos al Carbon Recipe

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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.

Broiled Salmon with Peppercorn-Lime Rub Recipe

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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.

Spanish Spaghetti with Olives Recipe

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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.

Coriander-Crusted Tuna with Black Bean Salsa Recipe

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Chicken, Mushroom, and Gruyere Quesadillas

Chicken, Mushroom, and Gruyère 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.

Chicken, Mushroom, and Gruyere Quesadillas Recipe

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White Bean Soup

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

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

White Bean Soup Recipe

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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!

Fettuccine with Shrimp and Bacon Recipe

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Tex-Mex Lasagna

Credit: Photo: Lee Harrelson

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

Tex-Mex Lasagna Recipe

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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.

Loaded Potato Soup Recipe

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Oven-Fried Chicken Parmesan

Credit: Photo: Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Jan Gautro

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

Oven-Fried Chicken Parmesan Recipe

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Steamed Clams and Tomatoes with Angel Hair Pasta

Credit: Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Jan Gautro

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.

Steamed Clams and Tomatoes with Angel Hair Pasta Recipe

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Roasted Rosemary Shrimp with Arugula and White Bean Salad

Credit: Photo: Randy Mayor; Stylist: Leigh Ann Ross

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

Roasted Rosemary Shrimp with Arugula and White Bean Salad Recipe

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Caprese Wraps with Chicken

Credit: Photo: John Autry; Styling: Mindi Shapiro

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

Caprese Wraps with Chicken Recipe

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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.

Shrimp and Grits Recipe

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Grilled Tilapia and Parmesan Polenta

Grilled Tilapia with Smoked Paprika and Parmesan Polenta

Credit: Oxmoor House

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

Grilled Tilapia and Parmesan Polenta Recipe

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Barbecue Chicken with Mustard Glaze

Credit: Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner; Styling: Leigh Ann Ross

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.

Barbecue Chicken with Mustard Glaze Recipe

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Smoky Shrimp and Parmesan-Polenta Cakes

Credit: Photo: Beau Gustafson; Styling: Leigh Ann Ross

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

Smoky Shrimp and Parmesan-Polenta Cakes Recipe

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Cold Peanut Noodles with Shrimp

Credit: Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Leigh Ann Ross

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

Cold Peanut Noodles with Shrimp Recipe

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Mao Pao Tofu

Credit: Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Leigh Ann Ross

Mao Pao Tofu Recipe

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Twenty-Minute Chili

Credit: Photo: Lee Harrelson

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

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Chicken and Bacon Roll-Ups

Credit: Photo: Lee Harrelson

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

Chicken and Bacon Roll-Ups Recipe

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Steamed Chicken and Vegetables with Soy Dipping Sauce

Credit: Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner; Styling: Rose Nguyen

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.

Steamed Chicken and Vegetables with Soy Dipping Sauce Recipe

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Grilled Turkey and Ham Sandwiches

Credit: 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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Turkey and Potato Soup with Bacon

Turkey and Potato Soup with Canadian Bacon

Credit: Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Jan Gautro

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

Turkey and Potato Soup with Bacon Recipe

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Cold Sesame Noodles with Chicken and Cucumbers

Credit: Photo: Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Jan Gautro

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

Cold Sesame Noodles with Chicken and Cucumbers Recipe

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Sauteed Halibut with Romesco Sauce

Credit: 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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Dinner Tonight: November 2014

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Lamb Chops and Cilantro Relish

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Poached Eggs with Spinach

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Shrimp Vodka Pasta

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Chicken-Butternut Tagine

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Tacos al Carbon

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Broiled Salmon with Peppercorn-Lime Rub

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Spanish Spaghetti with Olives

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Coriander-Crusted Tuna with Black Bean Salsa

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Chicken, Mushroom, and Gruyere Quesadillas

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White Bean Soup

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Fettuccine with Shrimp and Bacon

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Tex-Mex Lasagna

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Loaded Potato Soup

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Oven-Fried Chicken Parmesan

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Steamed Clams and Tomatoes with Angel Hair Pasta

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Roasted Rosemary Shrimp with Arugula and White Bean Salad

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Caprese Wraps with Chicken

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Shrimp and Grits

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Grilled Tilapia and Parmesan Polenta

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Barbecue Chicken with Mustard Glaze

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Smoky Shrimp and Parmesan-Polenta Cakes

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Cold Peanut Noodles with Shrimp

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Mao Pao Tofu

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Twenty-Minute Chili

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Chicken and Bacon Roll-Ups

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Steamed Chicken and Vegetables with Soy Dipping Sauce

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