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Category: Weeknight

“Easy Evening Meals” – The “Weeknight” category at ChampsDiet.com is perfect for busy evenings. These recipes are quick, simple, and satisfying, ensuring that even on the busiest nights, you can enjoy a delicious home-cooked meal. From one-pan wonders to 30-minute meals, these dishes are designed to minimize time in the kitchen while maximizing flavor.

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Apricot-Nut Bread
BreadsQuick breadsWeeknight

Apricot-Nut Bread

Ingredients: 1 cup dried apricots, chopped1 cup sugar2 tablespoons shortening1 eggs1/4 cup sugar1/2 cup...

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< 4 hoursVegetarianWeeknight

Sage and Cheese Sausages

Ingredients: 2 1/2 cups fresh white breadcrumbs1 cup grated cheddar cheese1 small leeks, finely...

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Glorious Beans
For large groupsSide dishesWeeknight

Glorious Beans

Ingredients: 2 cans red kidney beans, drained2 cans butter beans, drained2 cans lima beans,...

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Quick Beef Soup
< 4 hoursSoups & stewsWeeknight

Quick Beef Soup

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef1 cup chopped onions2 cloves garlic, finely chopped1...

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Maple Butternut Squash with Sage Butter
SquashVegetablesWeeknight

Maple Butternut Squash with Sage Butter

Ingredients: 5 lbs butternut squash, peeled,seeded and cut into 1 inch pieces or 3...

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Bacon Wrap Arounds
5 ingredients or lessAppetizersWeeknight

Bacon Wrap Arounds

Ingredients: 1/4 cup soy sauce2 (5 ounce) cans water chestnuts, drained2 tablespoons sugar10 slices...

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BeefMeatWeeknight

Swiss Bliss

Ingredients: 1/2 tablespoon butter2 lbs chuck steaks, cut 1 inch thick1 envelope onion soup...

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Cherry Tomatoes on Provolone Garlic Bread
< 4 hoursSide dishesWeeknight

Cherry Tomatoes on Provolone Garlic Bread

Ingredients: 2 pints cherry tomatoes2 scallions, coarsely chopped (white part only)1/4 cup parsley, finely...

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Easy Kahlua Cake
CakesDessertWeeknight

Easy Kahlua Cake

Ingredients: 1 box yellow cake mix1 box instant chocolate pudding mix1 cup vegetable oil3/4...

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Herb Salami Roll Ups
5 ingredients or lessAppetizersWeeknight

Herb Salami Roll Ups

Ingredients: 4 flour tortillas8 ounces cream cheese with herbssliced salami Directions: Spread each tortilla...

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Raspberry-Lemon Layer Loaf
BreadsQuick breadsWeeknight

Raspberry-Lemon Layer Loaf

Ingredients: 1/2 cup butter, softened2/3 cup sugar2 eggs1 1/2 cups flour1 teaspoon baking powder1...

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Mexican Rice (reduced sodium recipe)
MexicanNorth americanWeeknight

Mexican Rice (reduced sodium recipe)

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil1 cup diced onions1/2 cup diced carrots1/2 cup diced celery2...

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BreadsHealthyWeeknight

Batter Rolls

Ingredients: 1 teaspoon granulated sugar1/2 cup water1 (1/4 ounce) packet dry yeast1 1/2 cups...

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Artichoke-Spinach-Feta bread
AppetizersVegetablesWeeknight

Artichoke-Spinach-Feta bread

Ingredients: 1 cup crumbled feta cheese1 (3 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened1/2 teaspoon dried...

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No-Knead Cheddar Rolls
BreadsEggs/dairyWeeknight

No-Knead Cheddar Rolls

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups unbleached flour, Unsifted1 packet active dry yeast or 1 tablespoon...

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Italian Country Style Ribs
MeatPorkWeeknight

Italian Country Style Ribs

Ingredients: 6 country-style pork ribs2 tablespoons olive oil1 jar prepared spaghetti sauce ( Ragu...

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Angel Food Dessert
CakesDessertWeeknight

Angel Food Dessert

Ingredients: 1 (7 ounce) jars marshmallow cream1 tablespoon hot water1 1/2 teaspoons instant coffee1...

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Barb's Blueberry Buckle
Cobblers and crispsDessertWeeknight

Barb’s Blueberry Buckle

Ingredients: 1/3 cup sugar2 tablespoons soft shortening1 small eggs1/4 cup milk3/4 cup sifted flour1...

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DessertFrozen dessertsWeeknight

Mint-Chocolate Chip Ice Cream

Ingredients: 3/4 cup sugar1 envelope unflavored gelatin1 (12 ounce) cans evaporated low-fat milk1 egg...

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Hearty Stuffed Artichokes
< 4 hoursVegetablesWeeknight

Hearty Stuffed Artichokes

Ingredients: 1 onions, chopped3 cloves garlic, minced1/2 lb ground turkey1/2 lb lean ground beef1...

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Acorn
Side dishesVegetablesWeeknight

Acorn, Butternut Squash and Parsnips Gratin

Ingredients: 1/3 cup dry breadcrumbs1/4 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon dried...

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Crunchy Pound Cake
CakesDessertWeeknight

Crunchy Pound Cake

Ingredients: 1/2 cup butter, softened1/2 cup shortening2 cups sugar2 cups flour6 eggs2 teaspoons vanilla1...

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twice baked bacon and cheese potatoes
PotatoesVegetablesWeeknight

twice baked bacon and cheese potatoes

Ingredients: 6 large potatoes1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese, grated1 cup milk1 cup bacon, cooked...

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Grape-Nuts Pudding
DessertEggs/dairyWeeknight

Grape-Nuts Pudding

Ingredients: 5 cups milk4 eggs11 tablespoons sugar1 teaspoon vanilla1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup Post Grape-Nuts...

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BreadsHealthyWeeknight

No knead rolls

Ingredients: 1 cup milk, scalded1 package yeast1/4 cup water1 eggs2 tablespoons sugar1 teaspoon salt1/4...

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White Bean Soup
BeansSoups & stewsWeeknight

White Bean Soup

Ingredients: 1 lb great northern beans1 onions, finely diced4 stalks celery, diced2 cups cooked...

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CheesecakeDessertWeeknight

Baked Vanilla Cheesecake

Ingredients: 2/3 cup all-purpose flour1 pinch salt1/2 cup butter, cut in small pieces1 tablespoon...

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The Best Twice Baked Potatoes
OvenSide dishesWeeknight

The Best Twice Baked Potatoes

Ingredients: 4 large baking potatoes8 slices bacon3/4 cup sour cream1/4-1/3 cup milk ( or...

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Andrea's Pound Cake Recipe
CakesDessertWeeknight

Andrea’s Pound Cake Recipe

Ingredients: 3 cups cake flour1/4 teaspoon salt1 1/2 cups butter or 1 1/2 cups...

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Ranch-Marinated Pork Chops
Condimentsetc.Marinades and rubs

Ranch-Marinated Pork Chops

Ingredients: 2 thick cut pork chops1 cup ranch dressing3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce1 teaspoon dry...

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Herbed split pea soup
BeansSoups & stewsWeeknight

Herbed split pea soup

Ingredients: 2 teaspoons olive oil1 onions, chopped1/2 carrots, chopped1 clove garlic, minced1 cup dried...

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Grilled Stuffed Onions in Their Skins (Foil Wrapped)
Side dishesVegetablesWeeknight

Grilled Stuffed Onions in Their Skins (Foil Wrapped)

Ingredients: 4 yellow onions ( about 2 1/2 inches in diameter, choose onions with...

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Breakaway Vegetable Bread
< 4 hoursBreadsWeeknight

Breakaway Vegetable Bread

Ingredients: 3 (10 ounce) cans refrigerated buttermilk biscuits1/2 cup margarine, melted1/2 lb bacon, cooked...

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Raspberry Ribbon Cheesecake
CheesecakeDessertWeeknight

Raspberry Ribbon Cheesecake

Ingredients: 2 cups chocolate wafer crumbs1/3 cup butter, melted3 tablespoons sugar2 1/2 cups unsweetened...

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Oreo Ripple Coffee Cake I
BreadsCoffee cakesWeeknight

Oreo Ripple Coffee Cake I

Ingredients: 24 Oreo cookies, coarsely chopped ( I find it easier to cut the...

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Crispy Scalloped Corn
Side dishesVegetablesWeeknight

Crispy Scalloped Corn

Ingredients: 4 beaten eggs1 cup milk2 teaspoons sugar1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper4 cups cubed...

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Almond Bark Mix
CandyDessertWeeknight

Almond Bark Mix

Ingredients: 1/2 package white almond bark, melted in microwave2 cups Chex cereal1 cup misc...

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Chicken Baked Chops

Ingredients: 4 pork chops1 tablespoon vegetable oil1 (10 3/4 ounce) cans condensed cream of...

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Deviled Clams Old Fashioned Style (Almost!)
CanadianNorth americanWeeknight

Deviled Clams Old Fashioned Style (Almost!)

Ingredients: 3 dozen chowder clams, well cleaned ( quahogs)3 green bell peppers3 red bell...

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Main dishVegetablesWeeknight

Beans and Greens of Provence

Ingredients: 1/4 cup olive oil1 cup diced onions1 tablespoon minced garlic8 cups chicken stock...

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Icing's In The Cake
CakesDessertWeeknight

Icing’s In The Cake

Ingredients: 1 box yellow cake mix4 eggs3/4 cup oil1 cup milk1 can caramels or...

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Cinnamon Bread
BreadsHealthyWeeknight

Cinnamon Bread

Ingredients: 1 cup granulated sugar2 eggs1/4 cup shortening1 cup sour milk ( put 1/2...

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Elegant Stuffed Chicken
< 4 hoursMain dishWeeknight

Elegant Stuffed Chicken

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons butter2 medium zucchini, shredded3 slices white bread, torn in small pieces1...

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CandyDessertWeeknight

Martha Washington Candy

Ingredients: 2 boxes confectioners’ sugar ( sifted)1/2-1 cup butter ( softened)1 can sweetened condensed...

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Mary's Zucchini Bread
BreadsFor large groupsWeeknight

Mary’s Zucchini Bread

Ingredients: 3 large eggs1 cup vegetable oil2 cups grated zucchini2 teaspoons vanilla extract2 cups...

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Brownie Bottom Cheesecake
CheesecakeDessertWeeknight

Brownie Bottom Cheesecake

Ingredients: 1 (10 ounce) packages brownie mix, any variety ( 8×8 inch pan size)3...

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Upside Down Chocolate Pudding Cake
CakesDessertWeeknight

Upside Down Chocolate Pudding Cake

Ingredients: 1 cup bisquik reduced-fat baking mix1 cup brown sugar1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa1/2 cup...

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Kittencal's Potato Kugel
< 4 hoursSide dishesWeeknight

Kittencal’s Potato Kugel

Ingredients: 7 large potatoes, peeled and coarsley grated1 medium onions, finely chopped1/4 cup all-purpose...

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Sock-It-To-Me Cake
CakesDessertWeeknight

Sock-It-To-Me Cake

Ingredients: 1 (18 ounce) packages yellow cake mix1 cup sour cream1/2 cup vegetable oil1/4...

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Angel Food Cake Waldorf
CakesDessertWeeknight

Angel Food Cake Waldorf

Ingredients: 6 tablespoons sugar1/8 teaspoon salt6 tablespoons cocoa3 cups whipping cream1/3 cup toasted almonds,...

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Bill Knapp's Au Gratin Potatoes
PotatoesVegetablesWeeknight

Bill Knapp’s Au Gratin Potatoes

Ingredients: 6 cups potatoes, diced, boiled and chilled1/2 cup butter1/4 cup flour2 cups milk1/2...

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Sour Cream Banana Loaf Cake (2 points)
BreadsFor large groupsWeeknight

Sour Cream Banana Loaf Cake (2 points)

Ingredients: 1/4 cup light butter1 1/3 cups Splenda sugar substitute2 large eggs1 teaspoon vanilla2...

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Barb's Beef Stroganoff
BeefMeatWeeknight

Barb’s Beef Stroganoff

Ingredients: 1/3 cup butter1 large onions, diced2 teaspoons minced garlic1 1/2 lbs fresh mushrooms,...

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Rum Raisin Cheesecake
CheesecakeDessertWeeknight

Rum Raisin Cheesecake

Ingredients: 1 cup old fashioned oats, Uncooked1/4 cup nuts, Chopped3 tablespoons brown sugar, Packed3...

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Reese's Peanut Butter Cheesecake
CheesecakeDessertWeeknight

Reese’s Peanut Butter Cheesecake

Ingredients: 1 cup Oreo cookie crumbs1 cup vanilla wafer crumbs4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted1...

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Choucroute Garnie (Sauerkraut and Meat)
< 4 hoursTime to makeWeeknight

Choucroute Garnie (Sauerkraut and Meat)

Ingredients: 4 pork chops, salt and peppered to taste4 cooked sausages, of your choice8...

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Russian Soup
Soups & stewsVegetarianWeeknight

Russian Soup

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons cooking sherry2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans vegetable broth1 medium onions, diced1...

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Homemade Noodles
HealthySide dishesWeeknight

Homemade Noodles

Ingredients: 3 eggs1 tablespoon oil1 teaspoon salt3 drops yellow food coloring2 cups flour Directions:...

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Easy Pumpkin Bundt Cake
CakesDessertWeeknight

Easy Pumpkin Bundt Cake

Ingredients: 1 package yellow cake mix1 package instant butterscotch pudding mix4 eggs1/4 cup water1/4...

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Banana Pound Cake the Easy Way
CakesDessertWeeknight

Banana Pound Cake the Easy Way

Ingredients: 1 (18 1/2 ounce) packages yellow cake mix4 eggs1/3 cup oil1/2 cup water1/2...

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