Lunch & Dinner
I've heard breakfast is the most important meal of the day, I don't like to play favorites. Here are some of my go-to recipes for banishing hunger in the afternoon and evening!
Sandwiches, Wraps, & Burgers
Life is better when you can eat with your hands, amirite?
- Asian Pork Burgers With Spicy Mayo & Pickled Veggies
- Easy Grilled Chicken Pita Wraps
- Quick & Easy Greek Burgers with Feta & Tzatziki
- Copycat Carl's Jr. Santa Fe Chicken Sandwich
- Spicy Potato Soft Tacos with Chorizo
- Korean Inspired BBQ Steak Tacos
- Grilled Salmon Burritos (Copycat Dos Coyotes California Fish Burritos)
- Hawaiian Roll Chicken Sliders With Grilled Pineapple
Take Out Fake Out
Calling for delivery is tempting at the end of a long day, but making your own favorites is an easy way to save a buck.
Company-Worthy Mains
Don't get me wrong—I love a good side. But when you're puttin' on the ritz, these stunners are sure to satisfy.
- Instant Pot Beef Stew with Bacon
- Red Wine Braised Short Ribs with Parmesan Polenta
- Easy Chicken al Limone (Italian Lemon Chicken)
- Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Ginger Raisin Pan Sauce
- Dutch Oven Turkey Breast with Creamy Apple Gravy
- Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Herbes de Provence Mustard, Sheet Pan Apples and Fall Vegetables
- Easy Salmon with Caramelized Carrots and Minty Pea Purée
- Easy Smoked Boneless Leg of Lamb (Or Oven-Roasted)
Pantry Power
Because sometimes, grocery shopping isn't in the cards.
Soup's On
In my world, soup is a year-round staple. Simple, satisfying, and perfect for cleaning out the fridge.
- Vegetarian Tom Kha Soup With Corn & Sweet Potatoes
- Cauliflower Potato Leek Soup
- Copycat Panera Mexican Street Corn Chowder Recipe
- Tomato & Roasted Red Pepper Soup with Gouda Cheese Crisps
- Loaded Instant Pot Gluten-Free Potato Soup
- Instant Pot Split Pea and Ham Soup
- Easy Bacon Broccoli Cheddar Soup (Panera Copycat!)
- Easy Instant Pot Vegetable Soup
Salad
Who says salad can't be the main event?? Not this gal.
More Dinner Inspiration
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Brothy Italian White Beans & Greens Over Toast
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Greek-Inspired Gluten Free Shepherd's Pie With Lamb
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Swiss Cheese Ham Delights (Hawaiian Roll Sliders)
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Campbell's Broccoli & Curried Chicken Divan Casserole
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Easy Salmon Sweet Potato Cakes (Quick Pantry Recipe)
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Spicy Pineapple Watermelon Salad With Jalapeños
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Easy Gluten-Free Clam Chowder Recipe (San Francisco-Style)
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Chicken Sausage Sheet Pan Dinner with Creamy Dijon Maple Vinaigrette
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Easy, Spicy Black Bean Chicken Chili (No Cream Cheese!)
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Sheet Pan BBQ Chicken Sweet Potato Bowls
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Caramelized Onion, Potato And Cheese Pierogi
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Spicy Roasted Butternut Squash and Apple Soup
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Breakfast Fried Rice with Chinese Sausage
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Mediterranean Baked Feta with Tomatoes, Onions and Chickpeas
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Zucchini Linguine with Lemon, Feta, & Mint
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Ribeye Steak with Harissa Roasted Vegetables
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