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Fast-Fix Weeknight Suppers

These fresh, healthier, never-boring meal ideas are hearty, warming, and quick.



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Open-Face Italian Beef Sandwiches

    Ciabatta rolls are topped with tangy shredded beef, peppers, and provolone cheese -- and ready in just 20 minutes.

Start to Finish:   20 mins 
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Spicy Pasta with Sweet Potatoes

    For a satisfying weeknight supper, toss pasta with roasted sweet potatoes, cream cheese, and chili sauce.

Bake:   20 mins  450°F 
Start to Finish:   30 mins 
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Pork Loin with Parsnips and Pears

    Drizzle a thick sauce of Worcestershire sauce, olive oil, and pear nectar over succulent pork and sautéed pears and parsnips.

Start to Finish:   25 mins 
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Mustard-Crusted Steaks with Herb Butter

    This hearty steak recipe calls for just five ingredients. Serve it alongside steamed carrots or sautéed zucchini and squash to make it a meal.

Start to Finish:   30 mins 
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Maple-Bourbon Glazed Salmon

    Maple syrup, orange juice, bourbon, and chopped pecans put a fall spin on good-for-you salmon.

Stand:   30 mins 
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Turkey Reuben Loaf

    Classic Reuben flavors, such as caraway and homemade Thousand Island dressing, give leftover turkey a delicious makeover.

Start to Finish:   30 mins 
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Citrus Salmon with Broccoli

    Top these tender salmon fillets with a traditional flavor combination of lemon and fresh dill. Serve with garlicky green beans for a wholesome meal.

Start to Finish:   22 mins 
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Pork Chops with Fennel Salad
Start to Finish:   27 mins 
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Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Noodles

    For a cozy dinner, combine shredded rotisserie chicken with frozen peas, garlic, and milk, and then fold in egg noodles and Parmesan cheese. Cover with a crunchy bread and Parmesan topping, and then bake until bubbly.

Oven:   5 mins  450°F 
Start to Finish:   30 mins 
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Sweet Potato Hash

    Toss sauteed sweet potatoes with corn and black beans, then top with a chipotle sour cream sauce and avocado for a fresh and budget-friendly side dish.

Start to Finish:   25 mins 
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Cajun Steak Sandwiches with Sweet Potato Fries

    These hearty rib-eye steak sandwiches are smothered in a smoky-sweet sauce -- and they take just 25 minutes to make.

Start to Finish:   25 mins 
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Grilled Steaks with Cheddar Crisps

    For a budget-friendly dinner, top crisp romaine lettuce with grilled steak, cheesy potatoes, and tangy raspberry vinaigrette.

Start to Finish:   30 mins 
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Greek-Style Pizza

    Top flat bread with feta cheese, fresh spinach, roast beef, and potatoes, and then broil until warm and bubbly for a delicious dinner that's ready in just 25 minutes.

Start to Finish:   25 mins 
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Stuffed Spuds

    Fill baked potatoes with steak, vegetables, stir-fry sauce, and peanuts for an easy Asian-inspired supper.

Start to Finish:   30 mins 
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Beef Stew and Garlic Mash

    Tender beef and vegetables top garlic mashed potatoes to create a comforting supper that's ideal for a chilly night.

Start to Finish:   25 mins 
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Cowboy Steak Tacos

    Soft tortillas are filled with steak smothered in a spicy sauce, corn relish, cilantro, onion, and sweet pepper.

Start to Finish:   30 mins 
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Papaya & Coconut Chicken Salad

    Coconut-crusted chicken tops fresh greens, papaya, and blueberries. A homemade vinaigrette adds a spicy-sweet kick.

Start to Finish:   30 mins 
Bake:   12 mins  450°F 
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Circles & Squares Vegetable Pasta Soup

    Suppertime staples, such as frozen hash browns, canned tomatoes, and frozen veggies, make this satisfying soup a cinch to prepare.

Start to Finish:   25 mins 
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Ginger Shrimp & Rice

    This Asian-inspired shrimp and rice dish is topped with an irresistible mango chutney and green onions.

Start to Finish:   15 mins 
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Savory Focaccia Pie

    For a speedy and budget-friendly dinner, top focaccia with tomatoes, Italian sausage, baby spinach, and tangy feta cheese.

Start to Finish:   22 mins 
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Rice and Sweet Pepper Bowl

    Here's a meatless meal the whole crowd will love. Jalapeno pepper-seasoned Monterey Jack spices things up.

Start to Finish:   30 mins 
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Pecan-Crusted Chicken Thighs with Braised Greens and Grapes

    A coating of pecans, wheat crackers, and nutmeg adds delicious flavor to this simple chicken dish.

Start to Finish:   28 mins 
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Beet the Clock Stack-Up

    Layers of tangy beets, juicy sausage, sliced potatoes, and two kinds of cheese make a simple, sumptuous supper.

Start to Finish:   30 mins 
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Cornmeal-Crusted Catfish Rolls with Slaw

    A tangy mixture of mayo, ketchup, and Cajun seasoning spices up to these quick and easy mini sandwiches.

Start to Finish:   30 mins 
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Quick Green Chili and Chicken Enchiladas

    Fresh, fast, and better than takeout, these enchiladas are filled with tender chicken, spicy green chiles, and zesty green salsa.

Start to Finish:   28 mins 
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Stir-Fry Shrimp with Cheesy Grits

    Red pepper adds a touch of heat to this quick-fix shrimp stir-fry. Cheesy, creamy grits make a delicious side dish.

Start to Finish:   25 mins 
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Lemon Chicken with Olives and Ricotta

    This Mediterranean-inspired lasagna shortcut is hard to resist. It's ready and on the table in just 30 minutes.

Start to Finish:   27 mins 
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Pan-Fried Garlic Steak and Potatoes

    Topped with fresh oregano and tomatoes from the garden, this 30-minute steak dinner is fast even for a last-minute get-together.

Start to Finish:   30 mins 
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Curried Vegetable Soup

    Bye-bye, boring vegetable soup. This spiffed-up variation takes just 20 minutes to make.

Start to Finish:   20 mins 
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Pork Cutlets with Brussels Sprouts

    A spiced cream sauce adds a bit of pizzazz to this easy weeknight recipe. Brussels sprouts make a healthy side dish.

Start to Finish:   28 mins 
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Bacon, Egg, Spinach, and Tuna Salad

    This hearty main-dish salad is topped with a warm, easy-to-make, honey-mustard dressing. Tuck leftovers in whole wheat pita bread for lunch.

Start to Finish:   25 mins 
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Turkey-Mango Quesadillas

    Mango salsa and smoky Gouda cheese put a fresh spin on this Mexican-inspired favorite.

Start to Finish:   30 mins 
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Chili-Peanut Pork Chops with Carrot-Cucumber Salad

    An irresistible weeknight favorite, this flavorful pork dish is ready in 20 minutes.

Start to Finish:   20 mins 
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Shrimp Fitters with Romaine

    A punchy honey-lime dressing adds pizzazz to this 30-minute shrimp dish.

Start to Finish:   30 mins 
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Rosemary Chicken with Vegetables

    With fresh veggies and pantry staples such as pasta and dried rosemary, you can create this flavorful dinner in just 30 minutes.

Start to Finish:   30 mins 
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Red Beans and Orzo

    With pantry-ready ingredients such as dried herbs and orzo, this one-dish dinner is ready in a flash. Proscuitto (or cooked ham) makes it a filling main dish.

Start to Finish:   30 mins 
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BHG Editor Catie wrote:

The recipe link for Sweet Potato Hash has been corrected. Thanks to all for bringing it to our attention and we apologize for the delay in getting it fixed. Please let us know if you run into any other kinks! --Catie Bielecki, Digital Assistant Food Editor, Better Homes and Gardens

12/16/2010 12:00:39 PM Report Abuse
BHG Editor Catie wrote:

Hi, everyone! Thank you so much for your feedback. We are sorry this has been frustrating for some of you. We are working revise our slideshow template and are taking all your comments into consideration. Please let us know if there's anything we can do to help in the meantime. --Catie Bielecki, Digital Assistant Food Editor, Better Homes and Gardens

12/16/2010 11:59:13 AM Report Abuse
SarahWNatDia wrote:

The link for the sweet potato has recipe is http://www.bhg.com/recipe/vegetables/sweet-potato-hash/ It sounds right up our alley!

10/27/2010 12:46:31 PM Report Abuse
gdeon wrote:

Oh, sorry. I see that Annie already posted the link to the Sweet Tater Hash! :)

10/5/2010 09:05:39 PM Report Abuse
gdeon wrote:

I agree! What a bunch of complainers and cry babies! The Sweet Potato Hash is at this link by the way! http://www.bhg.com/recipe/vegetables/sweet-potato-hash/

10/5/2010 09:03:13 PM Report Abuse
annie.shatrau wrote:

For those that were disappointed without the link working for the hash, I did some digging around and found it in the recipes section under "hash". http://www.bhg.com/recipe/vegetables/sweet-potato-hash/

9/8/2010 08:42:48 AM Report Abuse
hnp12of7 wrote:

Maybe I should just come to your house and cook it for you too? C'mon !

8/19/2010 08:51:21 AM Report Abuse
crobertson1956 wrote:

Love your site and recipes. I love the pictures. I have never had any problems with your site. Thanks!

7/28/2010 12:33:48 AM Report Abuse
catdiddley wrote:

Jenwaters917: You're right, its rather frustrating. I did a search for the recipe though, because it looks very nice! Here's the proper link. http://www.bhg.com/recipe/vegetables/sweet-potato-hash/

7/27/2010 09:51:51 AM Report Abuse
hungryalways2 wrote:

I agree also, and would be nice to add a gluten-free section.

3/10/2010 12:10:51 PM Report Abuse
bepinkas wrote:

If you go to the search line at the top of the page and type in beer and cheese soup, it comes right up. Took me a while to figure that out but it worked for me.

10/31/2009 09:14:07 AM Report Abuse
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