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9 Dinner Recipes To Make This Week!

Published about 1 month ago • 1 min read

Hi Reader!

"What’s for dinner?" The age-old question that haunts us all. But fear not—I’ve got a stash of easy, delicious, and healthy recipes ready to rescue you. No more staring into the fridge like it’s suddenly going to cook dinner for you (though that would be really nice).

Easy, delicious and healthy main dishes and sides...coming right up!

Main Dishes

  1. ​Chinese Beef & Broccoli Stir-Fry - One reader said, "This was so tasty! I've made lots of similar stir-fry recipes and this is the first one that I want to make again!!" ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
  2. ​Instant Pot Lentil Sweet Potato Soup - A favorite meatless meal!
  3. ​Baked Cod with Panko Breadcrumbs - Quick & easy!
  4. ​Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Maple Dijon Sauce - Surprisingly easy to make and impressive enough to serve to company.
  5. ​Smoky Turkey Chili - A long-time family favorite. One reader said, "This is the best chili I have ever made. It is now a staple in our home. It's amazingly good and makes enough to have dinner and a few lunches throughout the week, which is key for us!"
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Side Dishes

  1. ​Miso Green Beans - Do not miss out on this one! One reader said, "This recipe is a homerun! So much flavor and everyone loved it."
  2. ​Greek Salad Dressing - Make a double batch and use it all week long.
  3. ​Jicama & Carrot Slaw - Serve it in place of a green salad or pile it on tacos.
  4. ​Caramelized Onion & Spinach Olive Oil Quick Bread - You will NOT be able to eat just one slice of this savory quick bread. Serve with a bowl of soup.🥣

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​For more ideas, see my collection of Healthy Dinner Recipes.

See you next time!

Dara

Cookin' Canuck - From-scratch healthy recipes

by Dara Michalski

Healthy eating shouldn't be boring! Using fresh ingredients, spices and herbs, you and your family can enjoy delicious, wholesome meals. Recipes featured Saveur Magazine, Fine Cooking Magazine, on oprah.com, The Pioneer Woman and msn.com.

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