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Look through our easy dinner ideas to answer the age-old question of «What’s for dinner?» Each dish calls for simple ingredients and preps in 30 minutes or less. We threw in some super easy slow-cooker recipes, too!
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Tater Tot casserole—aka hotdish to Minnesotans—has its roots in the Midwest, but this six-ingredient casserole’s popularity has spread all over the country.
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Our easy pad Thai recipe is ready in less than 30 minutes, and it tastes just as good as takeout. It’s the perfect quick-cooking meal for an easy weeknight dinner, and making it won’t break the bank, either.
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Though still debated, Tucson is generally credited as the original home of chimichangas (fried “burros”, as we call them, stuffed with meat, onions and chiles). I’ve combined several recipes into this one, and it’s fairly authentic. —Laura Towns, Glendale, Arizona
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This pot roast is rich and flavorful, with ultra-tender shreds of meat that basically melt in your mouth. Bonus: Our Crockpot pot roast recipe is super simple to make and lets you come home to the incredible aroma of a ready-to-eat dinner.
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This easy stir-fry recipe is ideal for quick and easy weeknight dinners. Once you master the basic formula, you can make endless variations! Learn more about how to make stir-fry your own.
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This Dutch oven stew has only five ingredients, and is prepped, cooked and on the table in less than 15 minutes. And it’s an easy dinner recipe to riff on—add some heat by using a spicy sausage, such as chorizo or andouille; toss in pickled jalapenos or chipotle peppers; or mix in frozen or canned corn or green beans.
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If you loved this stew, then don’t forget to check out this hearty cowboy soup recipe.
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This Alfredo sauce recipe is creamy, cheesy and super flavorful and comes together in a flash. It almost takes longer to cook the pasta than the sauce!
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This is a hearty homestyle dinner your family will love after a busy day. The slow-cooked beef is wonderful served over mashed potatoes or noodles.
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Chicken tenders are the ultimate comfort food. Golden, crunchy and ideal for dipping, they’re a great choice for dinner, especially if you have picky eaters. Homemade chicken tenders are tastier and better for you than fast food, and are easier to make than you might think.
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Lasagna isn’t the easiest of dishes to pull off on a weeknight. This simple dinner idea has all the flavor of lasagna, but without the work of layering the ingredients.
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Usually coq au vin takes hours, but to make this red wine-braised chicken recipe weeknight friendly, our recipe uses boneless, skinless chicken thighs instead of a bone-in bird.
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There’s a reason this TikTok recipe went viral! Baked feta pasta is simple to throw together, takes less than an hour to cook, and is incredibly creamy and delicious.
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Looking for a quick, family-friendly way to add more seafood to your diet? What better way to introduce your kids to mild, flaky whitefish than when it’s seasoned with familiar spices and wrapped in a warm corn tortilla?
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This easy baked meatball recipe is an inexpensive 30-minute meal and a fantastic option if you’re looking for quick dinner ideas. You can even keep a batch of these meatballs in your freezer for a simple weeknight meal.
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When looking for simple dinner ideas, don’t forget that your microwave’s here to help. For another variation on this easy weeknight recipe, try using pork instead of chicken, and add other ingredients like pineapple, mandarin oranges, snow peas and broccoli—whatever you have on hand.
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Sausage pairs well with other veggies, like zucchini, tomatoes and broccoli, so feel free to toss some extra vegetables into your skillet.
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This simple chicken dinner idea can be made even faster if you opt for boneless chicken breasts and thighs instead of bone-in chicken.
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It takes less than 10 minutes to cook up these spicy, cheesy shrimp quesadillas. To save even more time, use cooked shrimp instead of raw.
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This quick and easy pasta dinner idea uses a can of cream of mushroom soup to add lots of flavor while saving lots of time.
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Loaded with beans, veggies and cheese, this easy pizza recipe will be the saving grace of any busy vegetarian looking for simple dinner ideas.
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This recipe calls for four boneless skinless chicken breast halves, but you can also use chicken thighs, which will yield a slightly juicier, more tender final product. Here’s why we like chicken thighs for dinner.
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In this simple dinner, cubes of marinated steak are skewered with shrimp and veggies, then grilled. It’s easy to swap out the ingredients for kabobs, as long as they hold up well on the grill. Try using zucchini, asparagus, yellow squash—even pineapple!
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Three hours in the slow cooker turns this spice-coated pork loin into a tender, juicy, succulent dinner with minimal effort. Serve over perfectly cooked rice.
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Because this soup is dairy-free, it’s simple to freeze. Make a big batch for tonight’s dinner, then freeze the rest for the next time you’re too tired to cook!
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To make this easy weeknight dinner lighter (and a little bit faster), cook the chicken without breading.
Simply coat the chicken with salt and pepper, as well as the dried herbs, before cooking in a skillet.
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You don’t need to know anything about cooking to make delicious spare ribs at home. Simply put all the ingredients in this recipe into a slow cooker, set the heat to low, and in 5 to 6 hours, dinner is served.
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Rotisserie chicken may be the easiest of easy dinner ideas, but with the power of the Instant Pot, it’s as simple to make a whole chicken at home as it is to make a stop at your local supermarket.
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This easy sheet pan dinner idea is perfect for nights that you want something that’s home-cooked and healthy—but not a lot of work. If you don’t have rosemary, use another fresh herb, like thyme or oregano, instead.
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Pasta with prosciutto and peas is a classic combination in Italian restaurants.
It’s also one of the easiest dinner ideas you can think of.
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This easy orzo dish featuring peppery arugula, tangy lemon, savory shrimp and salty feta can be enjoyed hot or cold. Double the recipe, and enjoy it again for lunch the next day.
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You need only six ingredients to make this classic stick-to-your-ribs chicken casserole, which is topped with buttery Ritz crackers for a satisfying crunch.
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It takes hours to cook roast beef for beef Stroganoff. This quick and easy version hacks the original recipe, using sliced deli roast beef to get this Stroganoff-inspired noodle dish on the table in almost no time at all.
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A little sweet plus a little sour always makes pork chops magical. In this recipe, the sweetness of pineapple and ketchup is balanced out by the tartness of apple cider vinegar, making a delicious glaze for boneless pork loin chops.
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Making these sweet-and-salty corn dogs at home is cheaper, faster and easier than driving out to the county fair.
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We’re always looking for great dinner ideas that use rotisserie chicken, and these easy baked chimichangas are perfect! Serve with lettuce, tomato and homemade guacamole.
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Tilapia, halibut, cod, bass, grouper, haddock, catfish and snapper are all good choices to use in this easy fish dinner recipe.
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This bistro classic takes 8 hours to cook in the slow cooker. To make it weeknight friendly, prepare it the night before, put it in the crock before work, and come home to a house that smells like tender cubes of beef braised in a Burgundy wine sauce with savory vegetables.
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Try something a little different on your next Taco Tuesday and whip up this easy taco casserole instead.
You can even make it ahead and pop it in the oven after a busy day.
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A creamy spinach sauce is the star of this dish! It’s typically made with wine, cream and butter, but this version includes some fun additions like pimentos and green onions.
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It takes less an hour to make this comforting German-inspired stew with caraway seeds, smoky kielbasa, tender potatoes and shredded cabbage.
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Crispy cheese topping, warm corn bread crust, hot dogs, chili… What’s not to love?
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This stovetop supper is full of big flavor thanks to marinated artichoke hearts, roasted red peppers, sweet sun-dried tomatoes and salty Greek olives.
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If you’ve never made pasta with vodka sauce at home, you might be surprised at how simple this restaurant dish is to make.
Serve with penne or another sauce-friendly pasta shape.
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This Hawaiian chicken recipe sizzles with the flavors of brown sugar, ginger and soy sauce. The sweet and savory glaze is fantastic on pork chops, too.
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Loaded with sausage, mushrooms, tomatoes and basil, this quick recipe makes its way from the stove to the table in less than 15 minutes.
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Boneless skinless chicken breasts become downright delicious with a bright pop of lemon juice and rich, savory mushrooms.
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This easy slow-cooker casserole takes two things kids of all ages love—saucy sloppy joes and crispy tots—and turns them into something even better.
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By using premade pizza crust and jarred pesto, this gourmet-style pizza is ready to eat in less time than it takes to have a pizza delivered.
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By way of Louisiana, this easy dinner is a one-pot wonder you’ll want to keep in regular rotation. Serve with fluffy white rice and plenty of hot sauce.
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These moist and tender pork chops are dressed with a smooth, creamy sauce seasoned with Parmesan, onion and hints of nutmeg, parsley and thyme.
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Cooked shrimp, bagged slaw and bottled dressing will help put a takeout-style dinner on your table in minutes.
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If you can’t find turkey breast cutlets for this quick-cooking dinner, boneless skinless chicken breasts will also work nicely.
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A splash of red wine lends an extra touch of flavor to this veggie-packed pasta sauce. Beef makes it extra hearty.
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Think of this easy dinner idea as a more grown-up version of pork chops and applesauce.
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This simple chicken dinner is irresistibly bright and delicious, using fresh veggies to punch up packaged roasted garlic couscous.
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Making lasagna from scratch takes a long, long time. Using frozen ravioli instead creates a lasagna-like casserole that’s perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Dress these easy skillet nachos with all kinds of toppings, like sour cream, tomatoes, jalapeno and red onion. Serve with a variety of jarred salsas or premade guacamole from the supermarket.
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The sweet chili in this simple chicken dinner adds just the right amount of heat to the bright, citrusy sauce.
It’s good with rice noodles, too.
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Sandwich fixings get rolled up in refrigerated pizza dough to make this easy weeknight dinner. Use any combo of cheese, deli meat and veggies that you like—or whatever you have on hand.
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Serve this tender slow-cooked ham with heaps of good pickles and your favorite style of mustard. (These are our Test Kitchen’s favorite pickle brands.)
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Using conchiglie pasta (aka shells) in this easy weeknight dinner recipe allows more melted cheese to pool inside each piece of pasta.
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It’s a snap to throw together this Chicago-style classic with just a few ingredients. Start the slow cooker in the morning before you leave for work, and by the time you come home, dinner is ready.
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This zesty veggie-packed soup is almost hearty enough to be a stew, and is ready to eat in under 30 minutes.
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Slow-braised pork ribs with carrots, celery, onions and red potatoes are the epitome of comfort food. Thanks to the slow cooker, you don’t have to wait for the weekend.
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Punch up this easy beef and rice dish with a little fresh lime juice and extra chili powder. (Psst: The leftovers are fabulous.)
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If you can’t decide on a single Tex-Mex dinner idea, this recipe blends several regional favorites into a casserole that’s ready in only half an hour!
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This restaurant-quality recipe is simple and affordable, delicious and healthy. With only four ingredients, it’s perfect chicken dinner idea for busy weeknights.
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Make this dinner in advance by prepping and storing the cooked beef, torn lettuce, shredded cheese and salad dressing in the fridge.
When ready to assemble, toss the items together with the broken tortilla chips. If you like, heat the taco meat in the microwave before adding to the salad.
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This salmon with garlicky beans and spinach goes from the kitchen to the table in less than 10 minutes.
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Add as much Parmesan cheese as you please to this simple dinner packed with white meat chicken and yellow squash.
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Originally Published: July 29, 2021
Allison Robicelli
Allison Robicelli is a James Beard-nominated food and recipe writer, humorist, and the author of four (quite good) books. Her writing credits include the Washington Post, Bon Appetit, Food & Wine, Wine Enthusiast, Eater, Food52, The Takeout, and other major publications. Before becoming a full-time writer, she spent over a decade as a working chef, and was the co-owner of the acclaimed Robicelli’s Bakery in Brooklyn.
In addition to food and comedy, she also writes about history, parenting, and cannabis. She lives in Baltimore with her two teenage sons and four patient cats.
Quick Tater Tots Bake Recipe: How to Make It
Total Time
Prep: 15 min. Bake: 30 min.
Makes
4 servings
Updated: Jul. 21, 2023
I like to make this Tater Tot casserole when time before supper is short. If we have unexpected company, I just double the ingredients and use a 13×9-in. pan. I call it my Please Stay Casserole! —Jean Ferguson, Elverta, California
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Ingredients
- 3/4 to 1 pound ground beef or turkey
- 1 small onion, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 package (16 ounces) frozen Tater Tots
- 1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
- 2/3 cup 2% milk or water
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350°.
In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Season with salt and pepper. - Transfer to a greased 2-qt. baking dish. Top with Tater Tots. Combine soup and milk; pour over potatoes. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake, uncovered, 30-40 minutes or until heated through.
In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Season with salt and pepper. Quick Tater Tots Bake Tips
Where did Tater Tot casserole come from?
Tater Tot casserole—aka «Hot Dish» to Minnesotans—has its roots in the Midwest. It’s most famous in Minnesota where it’s said to have originated, but its popularity has spread to neighboring states as well as other regions of the U.S. Here are more tips on how to make an authentic hot dish as well as our most popular hot dish recipes.
Can I use cream of chicken soup instead of cream of mushroom?
Yes! You can replace cream of mushroom soup with cream of chicken for equally good, if not identical, results. The flavor profile might be slightly different, but the consistency will be the same.
Here are more recipes that start with a can of condensed soup.
What goes well with Tater Tot casserole?
Traditional Tater Tot casserole typically doesn’t include vegetables, except chopped onions, so a healthy veggie side dish would pair perfectly. A fresh side salad is another light and tasty option. You can also serve warm dinner rolls as a complement to this comforting casserole, especially on a cold night.
What else can I make with Tater Tots?
The humble Tater Tot is usually enjoyed as simple side dish dipped in ketchup. But don’t limit this freezer-friendly potato staple as a dinnertime sidekick. Incorporate it into other dishes—such as nachos (aka totchos), breakfast dishes and casseroles. Here are our top Tater Tot recipes.
Research contributed by Amy Glander, Taste of Home Book Editor
Nutrition Facts
1-1/2 cups: 570 calories, 35g fat (12g saturated fat), 87mg cholesterol, 1357mg sodium, 37g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 4g fiber), 26g protein.:max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/foqess061181394_0-2000-44c6b32de44542e7b97567ce6d507e79.jpg)
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15 Delicious Quick Dinner Recipes
1. Lemon Grilled Salmon
Photo: Gaus Alex / Shutterstock
Preparation time: 10 minutes.
Ingredients
- 4 salmon fillets;
- salt, ground black pepper — to taste;
- 2 tablespoons olive oil;
- ¼ glass of white wine;
- 1½ lemons;
- 2 garlic cloves;
- a pinch of red pepper;
- 2 tablespoons butter;
- 1 lemon;
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill.
Preparation
Place a large frying pan over medium heat, heat the oil and place the fillets skin side up. Season with salt and pepper. Fry until golden, then flip.
Add wine, juice of 1 lemon, minced garlic and red pepper. Bring to a boil, pouring the sauce over the fillets.
When the salmon has darkened, take it out. Melt the butter in a frying pan and add the juice of ½ lemon. Mix well. The sauce should cook until it thickens.
This will take approximately 2 minutes.
Pour sauce over fish, garnish with dill and lemon slices.
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2. Mozzarella omelet
Photo: Irina Kononova / Shutterstock
Preparation time: 10 minutes.
Ingredients
- 350 g ripe tomatoes of various colors;
- 2 tablespoons olive oil;
- red wine vinegar, salt, ground black pepper — to taste;
- 15 g fresh basil;
- ½–1 fresh red chili;
- 100 g mozzarella;
- 4 large chicken eggs.
Preparation
Slice the tomatoes and season with ¹⁄₂ tablespoon olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt and pepper.
Mash most of the basil leaves with a pinch of salt to a pulp and mix with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Then finely chop the chili and mozzarella.
Heat ½ tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet. Beat and pour in the eggs, stir them, but do not bring to readiness.
Place the cheese in the center of the pan and drizzle with the oil and basil mixture. Let the dish cool down a bit.
After one minute, carefully fold the omelette in half and place on top of the tomatoes. Cut it down the center, opening the mozzarella. Add the chilli and garnish the dish with the remaining basil leaves.
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3. Fried mackerel with tomato mix and quinoa
Photo: Oksana.Bondar/ Shutterstock
Preparation time: 15 minutes.
Ingredients
- 300 g quinoa;
- salt to taste;
- ½ lemon;
- 4 mackerels, gutted;
- ground black pepper — to taste;
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander;
- 3 tablespoons olive oil;
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary;
- 2 garlic cloves;
- 800 g tomatoes, assorted colors;
- 1 fresh red chilli;
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar;
- 2 tablespoons fat-free yogurt;
- 2 teaspoons (heaped) grated horseradish;
- a pair of sprigs of fresh basil.
Preparation
Boil 2 cups of water and throw in the quinoa. Add a pinch of salt and half a lemon, cover. Cook until tender, stirring occasionally.
Cut each mackerel crosswise on both sides, leaving about 2 cm to the bone. Rub with salt, black pepper and ground coriander.
Then place the carcasses in a large skillet with 1 tablespoon olive oil heated over medium heat. Sprinkle the fish with rosemary and minced garlic cloves and fry on both sides until golden brown.
Slice the tomatoes and place them on a wide dish. Throw chopped chili peppers on top. Squeeze out the finished quinoa and add to the center. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons olive oil and 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar. Salt and pepper to taste.
Place the fried mackerel on top of the salad.
Mix yogurt and horseradish and pour over the fish. Garnish the dish with basil leaves.
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4.
Tomato Cheeseburger
Photo: Lauren Miyashiro / Delish
Time: 20 minutes.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil;
- 1 medium onion;
- 2 garlic cloves;
- 450 g ground beef;
- 1 tablespoon ketchup;
- 1 tablespoon mustard;
- salt, ground black pepper — to taste;
- 4 fresh tomatoes;
- ⅔ cup grated cheddar;
- bunch of lettuce;
- 4 pickled cucumber slices;
- sesame seeds.
Preparation
Heat oil over medium heat, fry the onion in it until soft. Put the minced garlic and ground beef into the pan. Let the meat brown and drain off the fat. Add ketchup, mustard, salt and pepper.
Place the tomatoes upside down. Divide each into six wedges without cutting the fruit completely. Carefully spread the slices and stuff the core with the meat mixture. Top with cheese and shredded lettuce.
Garnish with pickled cucumber slices and sesame seeds.
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5. Taco Cheese Pan
Photo: Pixel-Shot / Shutterstock
Time: 20 minutes.
Ingredients
- 1 red bell pepper;
- 1 bunch green onions;
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil;
- 2 garlic cloves;
- 1 tablespoon chili powder;
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin;
- salt to taste;
- 450 g ground beef;
- 450 g tomatoes;
- 1 cup canned or boiled beans;
- 1 tablespoon hot sauce;
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese;
- corn chips — to taste.
Preparation
Slice peppers, chop ½ bunch green onions. Place a large skillet over medium heat and heat oil in it. Throw in pepper and onion and saute for 5 minutes.
Add minced garlic and saute for 1 more minute. Season with chili powder, cumin and salt and mix well. Put the mince and cook for 5 minutes.
Throw the diced tomatoes and beans into the pan.
Mix until smooth. Pour in hot sauce and sprinkle with cheddar. Cover and simmer for 2 minutes.
Garnish with remaining onion and corn chips before serving.
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6. Cheese Egg Muffins
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Time: 25 chickpeas
Ingredients
- sunflower oil for greasing;
- 12 slices ham or bacon;
- 1 cup grated cheddar cheese;
- 12 large eggs;
- salt, ground black pepper — to taste;
- 1 bunch fresh parsley.
Cooking
Preheat the oven to 200 °C. Grease 12 cupcake liners with sunflower oil. Place one slice of ham or bacon in each cup shape. Sprinkle cheddar on top, crack an egg, season with salt and pepper. Bake the dish until done, 12-15 minutes.
Garnish with parsley before serving.
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7.
Creamy Lemon Chicken
Photo: BBA Photography / Shutterstock
Time: 25 minutes.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil;
- 1 tablespoon butter;
- 4 chicken breast fillets;
- salt, ground black pepper — to taste;
- 2 tablespoons chicken broth;
- 1 small onion;
- 3 garlic cloves;
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves;
- 4 red potatoes;
- ¼ cup lemon juice;
- ¼ cup heavy cream;
- 1 large lemon.
Preparation
Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add breasts, salt and pepper. Fry the meat until a rich golden color for 7-8 minutes on each side. Then put the chicken on a plate.
Pour the chicken stock into the pan. Add chopped onion, garlic, thyme and simmer for 2 minutes. If pieces of chicken stick to the bottom of the pan during frying, carefully separate them with a wooden spatula.
Put in sliced potatoes, season with salt and pepper.
Cover and simmer for 8 minutes. Pour in the lemon juice, cream and chopped lemon. Mix well and cook for 2 more minutes.
Return the chicken to the pan, pour over the sauce. Simmer over low heat for 3-5 minutes. Garnish with thyme before serving.
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8. Pasta with shrimps and green peas
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Cooking time: 25 minutes.
Ingredients
- 350 g penne pasta;
- 2 cups spinach leaves;
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves;
- ⅓ cup + 1 tablespoon olive oil;
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan;
- ¼ cup pine nuts or almonds;
- 1 garlic clove;
- salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste;
- 450 g shrimp, cleaned;
- 1 cup frozen peas;
- crushed red chili, optional.
Cooking
Cook pasta until al dente. Leave an incomplete glass of water from under the pasta, pour the rest of the liquid.
Prepare the pesto. Using a blender, blend spinach, basil and ⅓ cup olive oil until smooth. Add pine nuts (or almonds), parmesan and minced garlic. Season everything with salt and pepper.
Heat a tablespoon of oil in a skillet over medium heat. Brown the shrimp for 3-4 minutes. Add pasta, peas and sauce and mix well. Pour in ¼ cup of the water in which the pasta was cooked, and simmer a little more.
Sprinkle with grated parmesan and, if desired, chili before serving.
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9. Roast Dumplings
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Time: 25 minutes.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil;
- 300–400 g any dumplings;
- 200 g broccoli florets;
- 2 sweet peppers;
- 1 carrot;
- 2 garlic cloves;
- 1 cm ginger root;
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil;
- 2 tablespoons sriracha sauce;
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce;
- 1 tablespoon honey;
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar;
- 1 bunch green onions;
- roasted sesame seeds.
Preparation
Heat a tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Arrange dumplings in one layer. Fry on both sides until golden brown.
Add water to the pan, covering ⅓ of the dumplings, and simmer covered for 5-8 minutes.
Place a clean skillet over medium heat and heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil. Fry the broccoli, bell pepper pieces, and julienned carrots for 8-10 minutes until crispy. Add minced garlic and ginger and cook for 1 more minute.
Pour in sesame oil, sriracha and soy sauces, honey and rice vinegar. Bring to a boil and let the sauce thicken slightly. Add dumplings and mix well with vegetables.
Before serving, garnish the dish with green onions and roasted sesame seeds.
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10. Minced and Cheese Sandwiches
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Time: 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil;
- 1 medium onion;
- 450 g ground beef;
- ½ cup ketchup;
- 2 garlic cloves;
- ⅓ cup brown sugar;
- 2 tablespoons mustard;
- 1 tablespoon chili powder;
- salt, ground black pepper — to taste;
- 4 tablespoons butter;
- 8 slices sandwich bread;
- 2 cups grated cheddar.
Preparation
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry the chopped onion until soft. Add ground beef and brown it. Drain the fat.
Add the ketchup, minced garlic, brown sugar, mustard and chili powder to the pan. Salt and pepper to taste and simmer over low heat for 5 minutes. Put the finished mass on a plate.
Butter each slice of bread on one side. Put the first one on a wiped pan with oil down. Top with a tablespoon of ground beef, cheddar and another slice of bread, buttered side up.
Toast the sandwich on both sides over medium heat until the bread is golden and the cheese is melted.
Do the same for the rest of the ingredients. You will get four delicious sandwiches.
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11. Caprese Chicken
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Time: 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil;
- 450 g chicken breast fillets;
- salt, ground black pepper — to taste;
- ¼ balsamic vinegar;
- 2 garlic cloves;
- 450 g cherry tomatoes;
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves;
- 4 mozzarella slices.
Preparation
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season the chicken with salt and pepper, fry on both sides until golden brown and place on a plate.
Add balsamic vinegar and minced garlic to the pan, sauté 1 minute. Then put the tomatoes, salt them and simmer over low heat for 5-7 minutes. Stir in the basil.
Return the chicken to the pan with the tomatoes. Place mozzarella on top and cover until cheese is melted.
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12. Spinach Feta Pie
Photo: Robyn Mackenzie / Shutterstock
Time: 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- 100 g pine nuts;
- 1 lemon;
- a little olive oil;
- 5 large eggs;
- 300 g feta;
- 50 g cheddar;
- ground black pepper — to taste;
- 2 pinches dried oregano;
- 1 teaspoon butter;
- 400 g baby spinach;
- 270 g phyllo dough;
- salt, ground cayenne pepper to taste;
- 1 nutmeg.
Preparation
Toast the pine nuts over medium heat until golden, 1-2 minutes. Finely grate the lemon zest, drizzle with a little oil, mix well with the nuts.
Crack eggs into a large bowl, add chopped feta and grated cheddar. Season with ground pepper and oregano.
Heat butter and olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add half the spinach and stir until it wilts. Add the rest of the greens and repeat the process.
Spread 4 sheets of filo pastry with a slight overlap on a half-meter piece of parchment greased with olive oil. Lubricate them with a little oil. Knead a little and smooth so that they almost cover the paper. Sprinkle with salt, black and cayenne pepper. Lay out 3 layers in this way.
Stir stewed spinach with half grated nutmeg, eggs and cheese.
Transfer the dough with parchment to the pan so that the edges hang over. Pour in the spinach mixture evenly and cover with the batter.
Toast the cake from the bottom over medium heat for 2 minutes.
Then put the pan on the top shelf of the oven preheated to 200 ° C. Wait 18-20 minutes for a crispy crust to appear.
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13. Bacon Cauliflower Soup
Photo: Melinda Fawver / Shutterstock
Time: 35 minutes.
Ingredients
- 4 slices of bacon;
- 1 medium onion;
- 2 medium carrots;
- 2 stalks of celery;
- salt, ground black pepper — to taste;
- 2 garlic cloves;
- 2 tablespoons flour;
- 2 sprigs thyme;
- 1 head of cauliflower;
- 1 liter vegetable stock;
- 1 glass of milk.
Preparation
Cut the bacon into small pieces and fry in a pan until crispy. Lay it out on a plate.
Leave 2 tablespoons of fat in the saucepan. Throw in the diced onions, carrots, and celery. Season with salt and pepper and wait until the vegetables are soft. Add minced garlic, and after 1 minute add flour.
Cook for 2 more minutes.
Add chopped thyme and cauliflower divided into florets. Pour in the broth and milk. Bring to a boil and simmer for 15 minutes until the cabbage is tender. Salt and pepper to taste.
Add fried bacon to soup before serving.
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14. Pasta primavera
Photo: Studio 1231 / Shutterstock
Cooking time: 35 minutes.
Ingredients
- 350 g capellini or spaghetti;
- olive oil;
- 2 cups broccoli florets;
- 450 g yellow and red cherry tomatoes;
- 250 g small mushrooms;
- 420 g canned artichokes;
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder;
- salt, ground black pepper — to taste;
- ¾ cup grated parmesan;
- fresh basil.
Cooking
Preheat the oven to 200 °C. Boil pasta until al dente. Pour the pasta water into a glass.
Spray a baking sheet with olive oil, place broccoli, tomatoes, mushrooms.
Remove the artichokes from the brine, dry slightly and add to the rest of the ingredients.
Season everything with ground garlic, salt and pepper and place in the oven for 15-20 minutes. In the middle of cooking, the contents of the pan will need to be mixed.
Transfer the vegetables to the pot with the pasta, add the parmesan and ½ cup pasta water. Place over low heat and stir vigorously until the sauce forms. Pour in some more water if necessary.
Serve with basil and grated parmesan.
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15. Pork chops with garlic, rosemary and Brussels sprouts
Photo: food-o-graphy / Shutterstock
Cooking time: 35 minutes.
Ingredients
- 450 g Brussels sprouts;
- a little olive oil;
- salt, black pepper — to taste;
- 4 boneless pork chops, 2.5 cm thick;
- 4 garlic cloves;
- 1 cup chicken broth;
- ¼ cup cream;
- 1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary;
- 3 tablespoons butter.
Cooking
Preheat the oven to 210 °C. Cut the Brussels sprouts in half and place the slices on a baking sheet greased with olive oil. Season with salt and black pepper. Bake for 25-30 minutes.
Place a cast iron skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels, season with salt and pepper and fry for 2 minutes on each side. Wrap each piece in foil and place on a plate.
Sauté minced garlic in a pan until soft. Season with 1 teaspoon salt and ½ teaspoon black pepper. Add stock and cream and simmer for 5-10 minutes. Then sprinkle with rosemary and simmer for 1 more minute.
Turn off the heat and stir in the butter. Return the pork chops to the skillet and pour over the sauce. Keep them covered until warmed up.
Serve the chops with cabbage and sauce.
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