Fast & Easy Dinner: 20-Minute Peking Duck


Updated 02/08/12 10:47 AM · Posted by partysugar · 5 comments

Fast & Easy Dinner: 20-Minute Peking Duck

Normally Peking duck takes over 24 hours to make, however this dish — which is inspired by the ingredients used in the traditional Chinese recipe — comes together in twenty short minutes. Duck breasts are used instead of a whole duck, making for a quick cook time. The fragrant, syrup-like sauce is a blend of fresh orange juice, sesame oil, and Sriracha. To make this exciting dish — from our Read more

Fast & Easy Dinner: Chicken and Asparagus Skillet


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Fast & Easy Dinner: Chicken and Asparagus Skillet

Don't underestimate the power of your microwave! When cooking quick dinners, it can be an invaluable tool. In this recipe it's used to rapidly steam asparagus and summer squash. The vegetables are topped with a chicken bacon mixture and a broth sauce. The final dish is filling and succulent. To take a look at the recipe, please read more Read more

Fast & Easy Dinner: Teriyaki Tofu Pizza


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Fast & Easy Dinner: Teriyaki Tofu Pizza

Grated tofu makes an excellent topping to vegetarian pizza. Instead of a typical tomato sauce, in this recipe, the pizza crust is covered with a thick layer of teriyaki sauce. Peppers and mozzarella cheese complement the tofu topping. Garnished with bean sprouts and green onions, this pizza is fragrant, flavorful, and fabulous. To check out the recipe all you have to do is, read more Read more

Fast & Easy Dinner: Ham and Pineapple Fried Rice


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Fast & Easy Dinner: Ham and Pineapple Fried Rice

During the busy work week, it's easy to get caught in a cooking rut. If your meals have become monotonous, consider making this ham and pineapple rice dish. Far from dull, the fresh flavors of sweet pineapple and spicy jalapeño are combined to make one incredibly exciting dinner. To entice your family with this recipe, read more Read more

Fast & Easy Dinner: Goat Cheese and Tomato Strata


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Fast & Easy Dinner: Goat Cheese and Tomato Strata

Instead of making croutons, use leftover bread to make a simple supper in the form of a strata. Like a savory bread pudding, this layered dish is filled with fleshy tomatoes and melted cheese. The recipe involves minimal prepwork giving you plenty of time to unwind after a long day. Pair with a glass of wine and a green salad. For the recipe, read more Read more

Fast & Easy Dinner: Sausage-Fruit Kabobs


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Fast & Easy Dinner: Sausage-Fruit Kabobs

Nothing makes food more fun than serving it on a stick. Both children and grown kids will love these sausage fruit kabobs. Smoked sausage slices are skewered with chunks of crispy apples and fresh zucchini. A sweet honey mustard sauce is delicious for dipping. Although the recipe has you broil the kabobs, they would also be wonderful grilled. To take a look at the recipe, read more Read more

Fast & Easy Dinner: Kitchen-Sink Quesadillas


Updated 02/08/12 10:47 AM · Posted by partysugar · 10 comments

Fast & Easy Dinner: Kitchen-Sink Quesadillas

Quesadillas are the perfect simple and quick dinner because they can be filled with anything, take little time to make, and are crowd pleasers. When paired with a leafy green salad, they make a satisfying meal. Tonight make vegetarian quesadillas filled with bean and corn salsa and lots of grated cheese. To make things even easier, bake the quesadillas in the oven instead of frying them on the Read more

Fast & Easy Dinner: Chicken with Cornmeal Dumplings


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Fast & Easy Dinner: Chicken with Cornmeal Dumplings

If you're a fan of comforting chicken dishes, make this meal tonight. Chicken pot pie meets chicken and dumplings in this scrumptious recipe. With the help of packaged cornbread twists, the dish comes together simply and quickly. The recipe calls for two cups of frozen vegetables, but fresh asparagus, carrots, and onions would be equally delicious. To check out the recipe, read more Read more

Fast & Easy Dinner: Low-Fat Fettuccine Alfredo


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Fast & Easy Dinner: Low-Fat Fettuccine Alfredo

I love everything about creamy, decadent pasta sauces. However, I know they're incredibly unhealthy. That's why I enjoy making lighter versions like this low-fat fettuccine Alfredo. The recipe calls for skim milk and tons of crunchy, green broccoli. A small amount of good quality parmesan cheese adds depth and flavor. To recreate this classic pasta dish in a more healthful manner, read more Read more

Fast & Easy Dinner: Two-Bean Salad with Tarragon Dressing


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Fast & Easy Dinner: Two-Bean Salad with Tarragon Dressing

My brother has recently decided to change his diet. Instead of eating tons of fast food, he wants to consume more vegetables. I suggested he eat one hearty and filling salad a day. This two bean salad is perfect for him because it's chock full of flavorful vegetables. The beans provide much needed protein and a simple but well seasoned dressing is made with balsamic vinegar and dijon mustard. To Read more