Weeknight Meal Planner: Week of December 8th

December 03, 2014
Photo: Alison Miksch; Styling: Missie Neville Crawford
We've served up 5 quick and delicious weeknight meals, complete with side suggestions and a special weekly bonus recipe.
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Swiss Chard and White Bean Soup with Poached Eggs

Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Claire Spollen

This healthy, meatless soup comes together in less than 30 minutes. Poached eggs add protein, and Garlic-Parmesan Toasts are great for dipping.


Serve with:
Garlic-Parmesan Toasts
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Ginger-Soy Pork Loin Sandwiches

Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Claire Spollen

Pork loin works well in these Asian-style sandwiches, but you could easily substitute beef tenderloin. A crunchy veggie slaw is the perfect accompaniment.


Serve with:
Radish and Carrot Slaw

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Sausage and Kale Sauté with Polenta

Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Claire Spollen

Five simple ingredients are all you need to create this one-dish hit. Leftovers make for an easy, delicious breakfast--simply reheat and top with an over-easy egg.

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Steak and Tomatoes with Herb-Roasted Potatoes

Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Claire Spollen

Don't limit your dinner options to heavy casseroles this month. Fresh, simple, and delicious, this family-friendly meal is also completely gluten free!


Serve with:
Balsamic Broccoli Rabe

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Two-Cheese Penne with Chicken and Spinach

Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Claire Spollen

To balance out the meal, serve this rich and saucy pasta alongside a crisp romaine salad with bright acidic dressing.


Serve with:
Romaine Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette

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Lemon Cheesecake Bars with Gingersnap Crust

Photo: Alison Miksch; Styling: Missie Neville Crawford

This month, join Cooking Light's Bake It Forward campaign by baking a second batch of goodies for a friend in need, new neighbor, or local charity. Post your pictures with the hashtag #bakeitforward.

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