(I originally published this recipe with the only call for cheese being Colby Jack. I have recently discovered that a mix of about 2/3 Colby Jack and 1/3 Muenster makes a huge, wonderful difference. Cheesy Salsa Chicken, take 2.)

Cheesy Salsa Chicken is quick to prep and cook. Served with buttered red potatoes and a green veggie of your choice, ...Read More

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Most of my Sunday Dinner features are meals that are both quick and easy. Today I’ve picked one that’s just easy, but well worth the little bit of time the cooking takes: meatloaf…

Meatloaf

You’ll need:

1 lb. hamburger, lean 1 egg, beaten 1 can French onion soup 1/4 cup bread crumbs (or crushed saltines) 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce 2 tbsps salt 1/4 cup water 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder (optional) Ketchup

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This week’s dinner is a hot, one-dish meal that’s simple and quick to make and has all the components of a complete meal.

Salmon Casserole

You’ll need:

1 15-oz can of salmon 1 16-oz package of egg noodles 1 can of Cream of Celery soup 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 can evaporated milk 1/2 chopped onion 1 8-0z can of small peas, drained (or corn – your choice) 1/2 teaspoon ...Read More

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I’ve been neglecting the Sunday Dinner column for a while, so today I’m going to give you a collection of links and suggestions.

Recipes

Hurry-up Ham and Noodles is a hot one-dish meal involving ham, egg noodles, creamy sauce and green onions. It’s easy to cook, and a great way to use leftover ham. And you can see the nutritional info for ...Read More

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Whether you’re still suffering 80+ degree temperatures, like we are here in the Southwest, or you’ve got fall temps in full swing, fajitas are a great choice for dinner. You can make them low fat with a few substitutions, or limit your carbs by only eating one wrapped fajita, and enjoying the filling by itself for seconds. Plus, it’s a ...Read More

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Tilapia is a new favorite at restaurants because it’s so mild and it’s inexpensive for fish. Even people who don’t like fish often find they can tolerate tilapia just fine. And you can do almost anything with it.

Pink of Perfection has a great recipe for Ginger-Soy Tilapia, which you can serve with noodles or rice and bok choy. And it’s ...Read More

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As fall approaches, it’s time for chowders and other warm one-dish meals. Corn chowder is one of my all-time favorites, with the crunchy texture of the corn and bacon and the smooth creamy base. It’s perfect served all by itself, or with side dishes.

Corn Chowder

You’ll need:

1 can of regular corn 1 can of creamed corn 1 can condensed milk 5-6 slices of bacon, ...Read More

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Here’s a perfect meal for grilling at the end of summer or, for those of you in the US, on this Labor Day weekend. It’s just a quick marinade you can whip up spur of the moment and use on grilled steaks.

Dijon Garlic Steak

You’ll need:

2 tablespoons dijon mustard 1 tablespoon minced garlic 1/3 cup apple juice 1 teaspoon black pepper 4 steaks of your ...Read More

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Today’s Sunday Dinner comes from WholeGrainGourmet. It’s simple to make and light and cool for hot weather.

This simple whole wheat pasta salad is one of our favorites. The combination of flavors really lends itself to whole wheat pasta. The sweet acidity of the balsamic vinegar pairs perfectly with the fresh basil and creates a delightful contrast to ...Read More

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Today’s easy dinner recipe takes a little more cook time than some of our others – but that’s cook time, not prep time, which means you can do something else while it’s cooking. It’s very simple, hearty food: baked ziti with a dark green salad.

You’ll need:

1 pound ziti pasta (dry) 1 onion, chopped 1 pound lean ground beef Salt Black pepper (preferably fresh ...Read More

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