Tag Archives: Quick Dinners

Turkey Tacos

Published in Main Dish, Recipes on May 14, 2012

PrintTurkey Tacos Ingredients1 lb. ground turkey ½ tsp. dried oregano (optional, but a great way to add some antioxidants to the meal) 1 pkg. taco seasoning mix 1 pkg. taco shells or flour tortillas 1 tomato, diced Shredded cheese Shredded lettuce Sliced onions or black olives (optional) InstructionsBrown ground turkey and oregano in a skillet […]

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Chicken and Broccoli Braid

Published in Chicken, Main Dish, Recipes on May 14, 2012

PrintChicken and Broccoli Braid This is one of my favorite “quick fix” dinners. It is a great way to turn leftover chicken into a completely new dish, and the veggies are included! This recipe freezes well once it is cooked, which makes a great last-minute dinner. Skip the drive-thru and have a family dinner! Ingredients2 […]

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Ham and Cheese Pockets

Published in Main Dish, Pork, Recipes on May 10, 2012

PrintHam and Cheese Pockets If you don’t eat pork, substitute turkey, chicken, or roast beef. Crescent rolls make this a quick-fix meal. Add a side of Broccoli Salad or Balsamic Slaw and some fruit and you have a great dinner on the table. Ingredients2 pkgs. crescent roll dough (sheets work great for this recipe) 1 […]

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Individual Meat Loaves

Published in Beef, Main Dish, Recipes on May 8, 2012

PrintIndividual Meat Loaves Serving Size: Serves 4 Quick comfort food, easy and simple. Dinner in about 30 minutes… even with dessert. Ingredients1 lb. lean ground beef 1 ea. egg ½ c. bread crumbs (fresh or dried) 1 clove garlic, minced 1 Tbsp. onion, minced 2 Tbsp. chopped fresh parsley ½ c. barbeque sauce sea salt […]

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Teriyaki Salmon

Published in Fish, Main Dish, Penny Pinchin' Mom, Penny Pinchin' Picks, Recipes on March 4, 2012

PrintTeriyaki Salmon Prep Time: 5 minutesCook Time: 20 minutesTotal Time: 25 minutes Yield: 4 servings Ingredients1 pound salmon fillets, skinless 1 Tbsp. olive oil sea salt & pepper to taste 1/2 cup teriyaki sauce 8 cups raw baby spinach leavesInstructionsPreheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Heat the oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. […]

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Pasta Primavera

Published in healthy foods, Main Dish, Penny Pinchin' Mom, Penny Pinchin' Picks, Recipes, Vegetarian on February 25, 2012

PrintPasta Primavera Prep Time: 15 minutesCook Time: 15 minutesTotal Time: 30 minutes Yield: 6 servings A great vegetarian dish all on its own, or add leftover grilled chicken, beef or shrimp. Experiment with different vegetable combinations — green peppers, mushrooms, squash and others are also tasty in this recipe.Ingredients1 pound dry pasta 1 cup carrots, […]

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Sloppy Joes

Published in Beef, Main Dish, Penny Pinchin' Mom, Penny Pinchin' Picks, Recipes on February 25, 2012

PrintSloppy Joes Prep Time: 10 minutesCook Time: 30 minutesTotal Time: 35 minutes Yield: 8 servings You don’t have to rely on canned sauce to make your own tasty sloppy joes. It’s a simple recipe, and one that allows you to adjust the spices to your family’s tastes.Ingredients2 pounds ground beef 1 can tomato puree (28 […]

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Beef Stroganoff

Published in Beef, Main Dish, Penny Pinchin' Mom, Penny Pinchin' Picks, Recipes on February 19, 2012

PrintBeef Stroganoff Prep Time: 15 minutesCook Time: 30 minutesTotal Time: 45 minutes Yield: 6 servings I love this recipe – it’s a great way to stretch a budget without feeling like that’s what you’re trying to cut corners. If you are using a cut of beef that isn’t very tender, slice the beef and soak […]

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