56 Quick Suppers to Bring the Family Together on Busy Nights

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56 Quick Suppers to Bring the Family Together on Busy Nights2/56 Lemon Chicken and Rice 10 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Emily Davis for Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 10 min Servings 2 casseroles (4 servings each) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I couldn’t say who loves this recipe best, because it gets raves every time I serve it! Occasionally I even get a phone call or email from a friend requesting the recipe, and it’s certainly a favorite for my grown children and 15 grandchildren. —Maryalice Wood, Langley, British Columbia Nutrition Facts: 2 chicken thighs with

You only need a handful of ingredients to make one of our family’s favorites

3/4 cup rice mixture: 624 calories, 26g fat (6g saturated fat), 173mg cholesterol, 754mg sodium, 41g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 53g protein. 3/56 Black Bean and Beef Tostadas 7 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Black Bean and Beef Tostadas Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: You only need a handful of ingredients to make one of our family’s favorites. It’s also easy to double for company! —Susan Brown, Kansas City, Kansas Nutrition Facts: 2 tostadas: 392 calories, 14g fat (4g saturated fat), 35mg cholesterol, 1011mg sodium,

46g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 10g fiber), 23g protein

46g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 10g fiber), 23g protein. 4/56 No-Fuss Pork Chops 28 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These tender chops taste like sweet-and-sour pork but require little attention or time. I prepare them year-round, whenever I’m on a tight schedule but still want something scrumptious. —Sally Jones, Lancaster, New Hampshire Nutrition Facts: 1 pork chop: 315 calories, 15g fat (4g saturated fat), 68mg cholesterol, 340mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 1g fiber), 28g protein. 5/56 Sweet-and-Sour Meatballs 41 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Tangy Sweet-and-Sour

Serving them over rice makes for a satisfying main dish

Meatballs Recipe photo by Kristina Vanni for Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: A fabulous sauce, green pepper and pineapple chunks transform premade meatballs into something special. Serving them over rice makes for a satisfying main dish. —Ruth Andrewson, Leavenworth, Washington Nutrition Facts: 5 meatballs: 389 calories, 19g fat (8g saturated fat), 30mg cholesterol, 682mg sodium, 47g carbohydrate (36g sugars, 2g fiber), 11g protein. 6/56 Tortilla Pie 23 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Tortilla Pie Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to

Our two daughters enjoy the mild flavor

Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My husband and I enjoy this southwestern take on lasagna because it’s not as dense or heavy as traditional layered dishes made with pasta. Our two daughters enjoy the mild flavor. —Lisa King, Caledonia, Michigan Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 356 calories, 14g fat (6g saturated fat), 65mg cholesterol, 574mg sodium, 32g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 5g fiber), 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 medium-fat meat, 2 starch. 7/56 Tenderloin with Herb Sauce 20 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Tender pork is

treated to a rich and creamy sauce with a slight red pepper kick

treated to a rich and creamy sauce with a slight red pepper kick. This hearty dish is very simple to prepare and is always a dinnertime winner at my home. —Monica Shipley, Tulare, California Nutrition Facts: 4 ounces cooked pork: 238 calories, 10g fat (5g saturated fat), 104mg cholesterol, 495mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 31g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat, 1 fat. 8/56 Fajita-Style Shrimp and Grits 5 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I combined two of my

For more heat, use pepper jack cheese instead of a Mexican cheese blend

favorite dishes—fajitas and shrimp with cheesy grits—into this spicy one-dish meal. For more heat, use pepper jack cheese instead of a Mexican cheese blend. —Arlene Erlbach, Morton Grove, Illinois Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 561 calories, 23g fat (8g saturated fat), 176mg cholesterol, 1324mg sodium, 55g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 4g fiber), 33g protein. 9/56 Skillet Meat Loaf 9 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Skillet Meat Loaf Recipe photo by Eric Kleinberg for Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 2 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Who says meat loaf has to bake in the oven for hours? For

this convenient recipe, all you need is your stovetop and 30 minutes

this convenient recipe, all you need is your stovetop and 30 minutes. It’s a quick, simple dish to make for one or two people. —Emily Sund, Geneseo, Illinois. Nutrition Facts: 1 meat loaf: 292 calories, 13g fat (5g saturated fat), 99mg cholesterol, 548mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 33g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1/2 starch. 10/56 Skillet Mac and Cheese 96 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Skillet Mac and Cheese Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This creamy mac and cheese is so

simple it’s almost too easy!

simple it’s almost too easy! Kids really go for the rich cheese flavor, but I’ve never met an adult who didn’t love it just as much. —Ann Bowers, Rockport, Texas Nutrition Facts: 1-1/2 cups: 600 calories, 37g fat (23g saturated fat), 144mg cholesterol, 1185mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 1g fiber), 23g protein. 11/56 Onion-Dijon Pork Chops 19 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 25 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Coated in a flavorful sauce, these chops are cooked to tender perfection. Serve with rice and carrots for a full meal. —Taste of Home

It’ll look so pretty on your table

Test Kitchen 12/56 Stuffed Peppers for Four 21 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Truly a meal in one, this quick supper has it all: Veggies, meat, pasta and sauce, packed into tender peppers. It’ll look so pretty on your table. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen Nutrition Facts: 1 stuffed pepper: 448 calories, 18g fat (7g saturated fat), 79mg cholesterol, 734mg sodium, 41g carbohydrate (15g sugars, 6g fiber), 30g protein. 13/56 14/56 Chili Steak & Peppers 4 Reviews Chili Steak & Peppers Recipe photo by

Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat, 1 vegetable, 1 fat

Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Bright and loaded with flavor, this makes a delicious dish you’ll be proud to serve. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen Nutrition Facts: 4 ounces cooked beef with 1/3 cup pepper mixture and 1 tablespoon sauce: 265 calories, 9g fat (3g saturated fat), 62mg cholesterol, 491mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 2g fiber), 32g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat, 1 vegetable, 1 fat. 15/56 Cider-Glazed Pork Tenderloin 9 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go

The maple flavor really shines through

to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This is a super easy recipe full of sweet fall flavor. The maple flavor really shines through. —Susan Stetzel, Gainesville, New York Nutrition Facts: 3 ounces cooked pork with 1 tablespoon glaze: 239 calories, 7g fat (2g saturated fat), 64mg cholesterol, 200mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (17g sugars, 0 fiber), 23g protein. Diabetic exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1 starch, 1 fat. 16/56 Country Ham and Potatoes 9 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Country Ham and Potatoes Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator:

Browned potatoes are a simple but perfect side for country ham

Browned potatoes are a simple but perfect side for country ham. Not only do the potatoes pick up the flavor of the ham, but they look beautiful! Just add veggies or a salad and dinner’s done. —Helen Bridges, Washington, Virginia Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 261 calories, 9g fat (5g saturated fat), 64mg cholesterol, 1337mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 28g protein. 17/56 Flank Steak 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Soy-Marinated Flank Steak Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This soy-marinated flank steak is my

son’s favorite

son’s favorite. I usually slice it thinly and serve it with twice-baked potatoes and a green salad to round out the meal. Leftovers are great for French dip sandwiches. &mdash Gayle Bucknam of Greenbank, Washington Nutrition Facts: 3 ounces cooked beef: 209 calories, 11g fat, 59mg cholesterol, 326mg sodium, 3g carbohydrate, 0 fiber), 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat. 18/56 Pork Chops with Nectarine Sauce 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Pork Chops with Nectarine Sauce Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: As a dietitian, I’m

always looking for ways to make meals healthy and delicious

always looking for ways to make meals healthy and delicious. These juicy chops are fast, too. —Suellen Pineda, Victor, New York Nutrition Facts: 1 pork chop with 1/2 cup sauce: 330 calories, 14g fat (4g saturated fat), 82mg cholesterol, 414mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 2g fiber), 35g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 5 lean meat, 1 fruit, 1 fat. 19/56 Crescent Turkey Casserole 32 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: How do you make a dinner of turkey and vegetables appealing to kids? You turn it

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