Tag: WeeknightMeal

Green Chile Chicken Enchilada
April 19, 2026

Green Chile Chicken Enchilada

Whether you’re feeding a hungry crowd or looking for tasty leftovers to enjoy throughout the week, this enchilada pie has you covered. It’s a perfect balance of protein, vegetables and cheesy goodness. It’s a satisfying meal that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. Prep:30 minCook:4 hoursYield:6 servings …

Chicken
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White Pizza With Shaved Vegetables and Pesto
April 16, 2026

White Pizza With Shaved Vegetables and Pesto

This fresh take on white pizza has a base of pesto and white cheeses topped with a veritable salad of all our favorite green vegetables. Peas and crispy, thin-shaved asparagus, zucchini, and leeks are topped with watercress, basil, and pecorino curls for a satisfying slice …

Appetizers
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Broccoli Cheddar Soup
April 10, 2026

Broccoli Cheddar Soup

THE BEST broccoli cheese soup there ever was! So creamy, so cheesy. Perfect for those busy weeknights + picky eaters!

Prep: 15minutes minutes
Cook: 45minutes minutes
Yield: 6 servings 

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup unsalted butter
  • 1 medium sweet onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • 3 ½ cups chicken stock
  • 2 cups diced russet potatoes
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 5 cups finely chopped broccoli florets
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 8 ounces shredded extra-sharp cheddar cheese, about 2 cups

Instructions

  • Melt butter in a large stockpot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onion, and cook, stirring frequently, until translucent, about 2-3 minutes.
  • Stir in garlic and thyme until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  • Whisk in flour until lightly browned, about 1 minute.
  • Stir in chicken stock, scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
  • Stir in potatoes; season with salt and pepper, to taste. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes.
  • Using a wooden spoon, mash potatoes until slightly thickened, if desired; season with salt and pepper, to taste.
  • Stir in broccoli and heavy cream. Cook, covered, until broccoli is tender, about 8-10 minutes. Remove from heat; let cool 2 minutes.
  • Stir in cheese, a handful at a time, until smooth, about 1-2 minutes; season with salt and pepper, to taste.

Soups & Salads
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Steak Bites With Potatoes
March 17, 2026

Steak Bites With Potatoes

Air fryer garlic butter steak bites and potatoes cooked together for a fast, easy dinner. Tender steak, crispy potatoes, ready in 20 minutes. Prep Time:10minutes minsCook Time:20minutes minsTotal Time:30minutes minsServings:4 servings Equipment Ingredients Steak Marinade: The “Flavor Bomb” Garlic Butter The Potato Seasoning: Instructions  Notes Cooking this recipe is …

Dinner & Lunch
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Lasagna Soup
February 15, 2026

Lasagna Soup

Easy to make, low fat lasagna soup comes together in minutes, filled with traditional Lasagna flavours! Throw all of your ingredients into your slow-cooker or crockpot and you have lasagna soup, ready on the dinner table, with minimal effort and maximum taste! Prep Time:10minutes minsCook Time:4hours hrsServings:8 serves …

Pasta, Soups & Salads
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Pesto Salmon
February 10, 2026

Pesto Salmon

Pesto Salmon is a fresh, flavorful dish that comes together with almost no effort. Tender, flaky salmon is topped with vibrant pesto and baked or grilled to perfection, creating a meal that feels light and healthy while still packed with bold, delicious flavor—perfect for quick weeknight dinners or easy entertaining.

Prep Time:5minutes minutes
Cook Time:25minutes minutes
Servings:4 servings

Ingredients

  • ▢2 tablespoons olive oil
  • ▢4 (6-ounce) salmon fillets skin on
  • ▢2 cups cherry tomatoes
  • ▢1 teaspoon Kosher salt
  • ▢½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • ▢½ cup Homemade Basil Pesto or store-bought

Instructions 

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a sheet pan with parchment paper and set aside.
  • Toss 2 cups cherry tomatoes with 2 tablespoons olive oil. Season the tomatoes with 1 teaspoon Kosher salt, and ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper. Place the tomatoes on the prepared sheet pan and bake for 10 minutes until blistered and remove it from the oven.
  • Pat 4 (6-ounce) salmon fillets dry with paper towels and place them on the sheet pan next to the tomatoes.
  • Brush the salmon fillets with ½ cup Homemade Basil Pesto.
  • Bake the salmon and tomatoes for about 15 minutes or until it registers 135 degrees Fahrenheit when a thermometer is inserted at the thickest part of the salmon.
  • Garnish with fresh basil and enjoy!

Notes

Leftover Instructions: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 1–2 days. To reheat, wrap the salmon in parchment and warm it in a 175°F oven, or microwave it until heated through.

Nutrition

Calories: 197kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 2gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 3mgSodium: 880mgPotassium: 171mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 991IUVitamin C: 17mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 1mg

Seafood
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Shrimp Tacos
February 3, 2026

Shrimp Tacos

These easy shrimp tacos are the perfect simple dinner for busy weeknights! Plump, juicy shrimp are cooked in a flavorful spice blend then wrapped in warm flour tortillas and piled high with your favorite toppings.  Prep Time:15minutes minutesCook Time:7minutes minutesServings:4 servings Ingredients Instructions  Notes Suggested serving size: 2 …

Seafood
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Philly Cheesesteak Cabbage Wraps
January 29, 2026

Philly Cheesesteak Cabbage Wraps

If you’re trying to avoid gluten or carbs (maybe on that low-carb or keto life), then never fear — we have plenty of options that will still allow you to enjoy all the flavors of your favorite sandwiches. My favorite example? These Philly cheesesteak cabbage wraps. Thinly sliced beef, melty cheese, …

Dinner & Lunch
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Chili Bake
January 26, 2026

Chili Bake

This chili tortilla bake is a weeknight workhorse that doesn’t taste like Tuesday. It’s assembled in minutes, bakes up bubbly and golden, and feeds a hungry crowd without fuss. Leftovers reheat beautifully, and the whole thing has the just-slightly-messy comfort food appeal that turns a regular dinner into an event that everyone will look forward to.

Prep:20 min
Cook:25 min
Yield:6 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 pound extra-lean ground beef (95% lean)
  • 2 cans (8 ounces each) no-salt-added tomato sauce
  • 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup frozen corn
  • 1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles
  • 2 tablespoons dried minced onion
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 6 whole wheat tortillas (8 inches)
  • 1 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese

Directions

  1. In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink. Stir in the tomato sauce, beans, corn, green chiles, onion, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder and oregano; heat through.
  2. In an 11×7-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray, layer half of the tortillas, beef mixture and cheese. Repeat layers. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts

1 piece: 413 calories, 11g fat (4g saturated fat), 56mg cholesterol, 590mg sodium, 47g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 8g fiber), 28g protein.

Dinner & Lunch
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Cornbread Taco Bake
January 25, 2026

Cornbread Taco Bake

Like a taco bowl, but bigger, this cornbread taco bake features a cheesy cornbread topping layered over a savory casserole of taco-seasoned ground beef, corn and peppers. Also like tacos, this casserole can be easily customized. Prep:20 minCook:25 minYield:6 servings Ingredients Directions Nutrition Facts 1 …

Dinner & Lunch
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