bookbard Posted May 3, 2017 Share Posted May 3, 2017 I thought we could share some ideas that have working for mixing up boring dinner-times. I made lamb kofte (minced lamb, cumin, coriander, cinnamon, rolled in balls and fried in the frypan), on a bed of baby spinach with fried haloumi and tzatiki sauce. Everyone liked it and it wasn't too difficult. Share something interesting that's worked for you? 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soror Posted May 3, 2017 Share Posted May 3, 2017 Chicken Pho- Instant Pot I've never had the real deal but this was incredible, everyone loved it. http://nomnompaleo.com/post/157517114578/instant-pot-pressure-cooker-chicken-pho Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kewb Posted May 3, 2017 Share Posted May 3, 2017 I made Korean BBQ Sweet Lentils last night. http://itdoesnttastelikechicken.com/2016/04/20/sweet-korean-lentils/ Always a hit. Although the family prefers when I add ground beef to the dish. The dish is pretty forgiving to my adaptations. I usually double up the spices. We like spicy. Add some Shiracha. Sometimes I sub honey for the brown sugar. I have even added in a diced jalapeno. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CJVW Posted May 3, 2017 Share Posted May 3, 2017 (edited) Anything I make in the instant pot! Two nights ago, it was "Crack Chicken." Chicken, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, ranch seasoning and a bit of water. Top with bacon. Sent from my SM-G935P using Tapatalk Edited May 3, 2017 by CJVW Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KungFuPanda Posted May 3, 2017 Share Posted May 3, 2017 Tonight will be easy. I'm doing cheesesteaks. We love them, but they take so little effort. My grocery store carries shaved beef and chicken. I just have to fry up some peppers and onions and pick up cheese because we're divided about which cheese is the best. If my sides are easy, it's a 15 minute meal. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elizahelen Posted May 3, 2017 Share Posted May 3, 2017 Trader Joe's quesadilla, turkey, and grated Swiss and gruyere open faced melt. Warm meat first, and then fried in butter on one side. Sent from my Moto G (4) using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tap Posted May 3, 2017 Share Posted May 3, 2017 I don't usually buy preseasoned meat, but we had a seasoned tri-tip from Costco last night and it was really good! I needed a quick, low effort dinner. I cooked it in the oven. We paired it with a box of long-grain rice from TJ, baked beans from Tj, and green beans. It wasn't an Amazing dinner, but it was simple and didn't require me to be in the kitchen the whole time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
solascriptura Posted May 3, 2017 Share Posted May 3, 2017 Tonight will be easy. I'm doing cheesesteaks. We love them, but they take so little effort. My grocery store carries shaved beef and chicken. I just have to fry up some peppers and onions and pick up cheese because we're divided about which cheese is the best. If my sides are easy, it's a 15 minute meal. Well, if your from Philly, of course it's cheese whiz. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
medawyn Posted May 3, 2017 Share Posted May 3, 2017 I've now made this twice, and everyone has eaten it both times: https://wellnessmama.com/5228/pakistani-kima/ I cook the ground beef separately (so I can drain it), halve the butter, and add 3/4 c of coconut milk with the spices. Easy and flavorful! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marbel Posted May 3, 2017 Share Posted May 3, 2017 I'm making Garlicky Chicken with Lemon-Anchovy Sauce (from the New York Times) tonight, for the 2nd time. It was a success the first time around. I use anchovy paste rather than filets. The New York Times cooking site has improved our dinners greatly. So many good recipes, many of them very easy and quick. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stratford Posted May 3, 2017 Share Posted May 3, 2017 Recently we've been in the (terrible) habit of grabbing quickie things to eat while running around. Between work schedules, DH's grad school schedule, and kid activities, we're on the go more than not. Eating out is expensive! And we're getting chubby! Last Sunday I consulted Pinterest and my fridge and came up with some ideas for meal prep...all those pretty, healthy meals, lined up in containers. It took me 2 hours to put a casserole (for the picky eaters) and a dozen meals in the fridge (all of which include a ton of veggies, which we weren't really eating, unless french fries count?) I felt like Superwoman. The only dining out we've done this week was to buy lunch today during a preschool field trip (too cold to picnic.) It's a win. I think we need to continue this trend until life slows down. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alessandra Posted May 3, 2017 Share Posted May 3, 2017 (edited) I have made all of these multiple times recently Sheet pan maple mustard salmon. This also works cooked in foil on a campfire, lol. http://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-sheet-pan-mustard-maple-salmon-240606 Sheet pan chicken http://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-sheet-pan-chicken-red-potatoes-and-sage-235985 Ina Garten Perfect Roast Chicken (I substitute shallots for the onion) http://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-sheet-pan-chicken-red-potatoes-and-sage-235985 Chef John's pan roasted chicken breasts. There is also a video somewhere http://allrecipes.com/recipe/245367/pan-roasted-chicken-breasts/ ETA I do use an organic-type chicken, juicy, forgiving, easier to cook than the super cheap stuff. Edited May 3, 2017 by Alessandra Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gstharr Posted May 3, 2017 Share Posted May 3, 2017 Well, if your from Philly, of course it's cheese whiz. I like mine whiz wit Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KarenNC Posted May 4, 2017 Share Posted May 4, 2017 Last night I threw together things from the freezer to do a Greek-inspired dish--riced cauliflower, chopped spinach, cooked turkey, pine nuts, then added in Greek seasoning (Penzey's), dried shallots, roasted garlic powder, some lemon juice, and some olive oil. I baked it at 350 for about 40 minutes and it turned out nicely. We also had some leftover pickled vegetables from a local Mediterranean restaurant and some pine nut hummus. Some feta would have been good in it as well, but my husband doesn't care for it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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