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    Home » MSN Round Ups

    Published: Nov, 2023. Updated: Nov, 2023 by Iryna Bychkiv | This post may contain affiliate links. Read more here

    Tonight's Menu: 24 Effortless Recipes for a Fantastic Dinner

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    Need a simple and delicious dinner for tonight? We've got you covered with 24 easy recipes that are perfect for your evening meal. Whether you're a busy parent, a working pro, or just want a tasty dinner without the fuss, these recipes are here to make your night special.

    Chicken Paprikash Recipe

    Chocken paprikash in a blue enameled pan.
    Photo credit: Lavender & Macarons

    This Chicken Paprikash recipe is a delicious one-pan weeknight dinner meal that features perfectly browned chicken that's braised in a creamy, sour cream based paprika sauce. What's best is that you only need some pantry staples to make this at home and it's a total crowd-pleaser! This is one of our favorite dinner meals that's kids and husband approved! Chicken Paprikash

    Sheet Pan Kielbasa and Veggies

    Roasted Kielbasa, Potatoes, Broccoli and Bell Pepper on a sheet pan.
    Photo credit: Lavender & Macarons

    This Sheet Pan Kielbasa and Veggies is a quick and fuss-free dinner recipe for busy weeknights. Just dump all of the ingredients on a cooking tray and bake. This recipe can be made with regular sausages and any vegetables you have in your fridge. Get the recipe.

    Creamy Mushroom Risotto

    Creamy mushroom risotto with black olives in a white plate.
    Photo credit: Lavender & Macarons

    This is hands down the BEST Creamy Mushroom Risotto and I'm not exaggerating. It's uniquely flavorful, rich and indulgent. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy risotto is a perfect choice for a date night or family dinner. Creamy Mushroom Risotto

    Salmon with Green Beans and Potatoes 

    Salmon with Green Beans on a sheet pan.
    Photo credit: Lavender & Macarons

    This Sheet Pan Salmon Oreganata With Green Beans And Potatoes is a quick, healthy, and satisfying dinner. Everyone will love the flaky, crispy coating and zesty flavors; this easy-baked salmon recipe is bound to become a new family favorite. Salmon with Green Beans and Potatoes

    30-Minute Vegetable Stir Fry Noodles

    Stir fry noodles with tofu, eggplant and bell pepper in a pink bowl with chopsticks.
    Photo credit: Lavender & Macarons

    These Stir Fry Noodles are incredibly easy to make, packed with flavor, and the perfect recipe for busy weeknights! It features perfectly stir-fried veggies, tasty tofu, and delicious noodles coated in a simple, flavorful homemade stir-fry sauce! Get the recipe.

    Salmon Chowder

    Salmon chowder in a grey bowl on a table.
    Photo credit: FODMAP Everyday

    Our Salmon Chowder combines heart-healthy salmon with leek and scallion greens, carrots, stock, coconut milk, bay leaf, thyme and potatoes. And, this hearty, comforting chowder can be on the table in about 30 minutes. Get the recipe.

    Pasta Alla Foriana

    Pasta alla Foriana in a white plate.
    Photo credit: Lavender & Macarons

    Had a busy day and no time for a complicated dinner recipe? Not a problem. This Pasta Alla Foriana is a healthy and delicious Italian pasta recipe. The best part - it can be pulled together in under 20 minutes. Pasta Alla Foriana

    20-Minute Austrian Garlic Soup

    Austrian garlic soup with croutons in a white bowl.
    Photo credit: Lavender & Macarons

    Garlic lovers rejoice! This Austrian Garlic Soup is the easiest and most delicious soup you've ever tried. So rich in flavor, creamy, and lick-your-bowl good soup. Get the recipe.

    4-Ingredient Smashed Potatoes

    Smashed potatoes on a baking sheet.
    Photo credit: Lavender & Macarons

    So easy and delicious, these Crispy Smashed Red Potatoes With Garlic And Dill are a comfort side dish that never disappoints. Naturally vegan and made with just 4 simple ingredients, these crushed red potatoes are great for any occasion. Get the recipe.

    Creamy Tomato Risotto

    Vegan Tomato Risotto in a grey bowl.
    Photo credit: Lavender & Macarons

    Creamy Vegan Tomato Risotto is a simple yet super flavorful recipe that is sure to become a family's favorite. This healthy Cherry Tomato Risotto is ready in just 30 minutes and great for busy weeknights. Get the recipe.

    Black Bean Skillet Dinner

    Black bean, corn, veggies casserole in a black pan.
    Photo credit: My Everyday Table

    This vegetarian, but hearty black bean skillet dinner is ready in less than 30 minutes and satisfying enough for meat-eaters to enjoy! My southwestern casserole combines black beans, corn, veggies, and a dose of cheese for a scoop-able one-skillet meal that’s cheesy and loaded with flavor. Black Bean Skillet Dinner.

    Savory Dill Pickle Soup

    Polish Dill Pickle Soup in a white bowl with a spoon.
    Photo credit: Lavender & Macarons

    Dill Pickle Soup is my all-time favorite soup recipe for busy weeknights. It requires merely 30 minutes of your time and provides you with a hearty and satisfying bite. This easy soup is savory and creamy and kids love it too. Perfect for lunch or dinner, especially in cold winter weather. Get the recipe.

    Eggplant Casserole

    Eggplant Gratin in a baking dish.
    Photo credit: Lavender & Macarons

    This creamy and scrumptious Eggplant Gratin is smothered with a secret white sauce and topped with a generous layer or Gruyere cheese. It is a side dish that is so easy to make and will be gone before you know it. Get the recipe.

    Chicken Ragu Pasta

    Chicken ragu pasta in a big enameled pan.
    Photo credit: Lavender & Macarons

    This simple chicken ragu pasta may be easy to make and use everyday ingredients, but there's nothing basic about its flavor. This yummy, savory, and quick-to-make dinner idea is bound to become a favorite family meal. Enjoy this homemade pasta with ground chicken in just half an hour. Get the recipe.

    Chili Mac

    Creamy Chili Mac in a big enameled pan.
    Photo credit: FODMAP Everyday

    Our Chili Mac just might be our #1 choice for a comfort food dish. Creamy macaroni and cheese with all the classic American beef chili ingredients you love all in one very easy-to-make dish. Perfect for beginner cooks – and loved by all family members, big and small. Get the recipe.

    White Bean Mushroom Soup

    Vegan Mushroom bean soup in a white bowl on a white background.
    Photo credit: Lavender & Macarons

    This White Bean Mushroom Soup is super easy to make, comforting, and satisfying. Made with fresh vegetables and pantry staples, this is an easy vegan soup packed with plant-based protein and lots of flavors. Get the recipe.

    Creamy Garlic Mussels

    Mussels with sour cream and chopped parsley in a big pan.
    Photo credit: Lavender & Macarons

    Ridiculously quick and easy recipe for dinner that requires just a handful of ingredients. These Garlic Mussels In Sour Cream Sauce are such a comforting seafood dish, perfect for those busy weeknights when you just don't feel like cooking. Get the recipe.

    Pink Pasta Sauce with Bacon

    Pasta with a pink sauce  in a blue bowl.
    Photo credit: Always Use Butter

    Done in under 30 minutes this flavor packed Pink Pasta Sauce with bacon is the best tomato cream sauce there is. Made from common ingredients such as fresh tomatoes, heavy cream, and white wine this creamy Pasta with Rose Sauce is similar to a vodka pasta. Get the recipe.

    Instant Pot Chicken Tortilla Soup

    Chicken Tortilla Soup in a green bowl.
    Photo credit: Seasonal Cravings

    This Instant Pot Chicken Tortilla Soup is loaded with spicy flavors and tender shredded chicken. It's ready in under 30 minutes and tastes great as leftovers the next day. Your family will thank you for this one! Get the recipe.

    Super Quick Korean Beef

    Korean Beef with rice on a white plate.
    Photo credit: FODMAP Everyday

    This recipe is one of your community favorites – and you can get it on the table in about 15 minutes! Low-sodium soy sauce, toasted sesame oil, brown sugar, ginger, and red pepper flakes work magic with lean ground beef. Don’t leave out the scallions as they are more than a garnish and truly add to the dish. Served with white rice. Super Quick Korean Beef.

    Salt & Pepper Pork Chop Bites

    Salt & Pepper Pork Chop Bites on a grey platter.
    Photo credit: xoxo Bella

    Rather than ordering salt and pepper pork chop bites from the local Chinese takeout, why not make your own gluten free pork chop recipe instead? The Asian salt and pepper seasoning adds so much flavour and you can make this dish as spicy as you dare! Salt & Pepper Pork Chop Bites.

    Shrimp Coconut Curry

    Shrimp coconut curry with rice and chopped parsley on a white bowl.
    Photo credit: Low Carb Africa

    This shrimp coconut curry will totally blow your mind on how delicious and easy it is to make. Made with a delightful ethnic blend of spices, this curry recipe bursts with flavors that will make your taste buds squeal with joy! Get the recipe.

    Pork Tenderloin with Peaches

    Baked Pork Tenderloin With Peaches and Peach Sauce
    Photo credit: Lavender & Macarons

    New dinner recipe your family will love! This Pork Tenderloin With Peaches is juicy, tender and so delicious! Garlic and cilantro marinade infuse the meat with flavor and slightly sweet and tangy peach sauce adds a warm and comforting aroma to the dish. Get the recipe.

    Lentil Pasta

    Lentil Pasta with spaghetti on a white plate.
    Photo credit: Lavender & Macarons

    This Lentil Pasta has the perfect combination of hearty and healthy. The rich, flavorful sauce, the texture of the lentils against the soft pasta, and the hint of spice from the red pepper flakes all come together to create a dish that's truly irresistible. The finishing touch of fresh parsley adds a burst of freshness, making every bite a delight. Get the recipe.

    Baked cod fish fillet with coating.
    Photo Credit: stockcreations / Shutterstock.

    Ready for a tasty adventure with cod fish? These 15 amazing recipes will introduce you to exciting flavors you haven't tasted before. 15 Fantastic Recipes With Cod Fish You Haven't Tried Yet

    13 Dessert Recipes That Are So Good, They'll Never Guess You Didn't Make Them Yourself

    Creme brulee.
    Photo Credit: pic0000 / Shutterstock.

    Indulge in these 13 delectable dessert recipes that taste so amazing, nobody will suspect you didn't create them from scratch. 13 Dessert Recipes That Are So Good, They'll Never Guess You Didn't Make Them Yourself.

    15 Noodle Recipes That Are So Good, You'll Want to Make Them All

    Udon Stir-Fry Noodles with Beef and Vegetables in Wok on Dark Background.
    Photo Credit: Victority / Shutterstock.

    Discover 15 amazing noodle recipes that taste so fantastic, you'll be excited to cook and enjoy every single one. 15 Noodle Recipes That Are So Good, You'll Want to Make Them All

    27 Really Good Comfort Food Dishes You Need To Be Cooking All Year Long

    Honey Mustard Chicken In A Sauce
    Photo credit: Lavender & Macarons

    Explore a collection of 27 truly satisfying comfort food dishes that are perfect to cook year-round. 27 Really Good Comfort Food Dishes You Need To Be Cooking All Year Long

    13 Really Good Slow Cooker Recipes You Haven't Made Yet

    Hearty Chili made with italian sausage and in a crockpot
    Photo credit: Lavender & Macarons

    Explore 13 fantastic slow cooker recipes that you haven't tried yet but are really delicious. 13 Really Good Slow Cooker Recipes You Haven't Made Yet

    Iryna Bychkiv
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    Iryna Bychkiv is the founder and writer of the culinary website Lavender & Macarons, where she shares clean, European-inspired recipes that are delicious, easy to prepare, and made with wholesome ingredients. Iryna loves creating meals that are simple yet healthy and unique, including vegan and vegetarian recipes.
    Iryna is also a freelance writer for MSN and Associated Press Wire.

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