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A tasty and simple one-pan dinner with tender asparagus, juicy lemon chicken breasts, and baby potatoes seasoned with garlic, thyme, and fresh lemon juice.

Ingredients: 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts. 1 lb asparagus, trimmed. 1 lb baby potatoes, halved. 3 tablespoons olive oil. 3 cloves garlic, minced. 1 lemon, zested and juiced. 1 teaspoon dried thyme. Salt and pepper, to taste. Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish.

Instructions: Preheat oven to 400F 200C. Place chicken breasts, asparagus, and potatoes on a large sheet pan. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, minced garlic, lemon zest and juice, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Drizzle the mixture over the chicken, asparagus, and potatoes. Toss to coat evenly. Arrange ingredients in a single layer on the sheet pan. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and potatoes are tender, flipping halfway through cooking. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes

Poached eggs in a tasty tomato sauce make up Eggs in Purgatory, a tasty and spicy Italian dish. This recipe is easy and comforting, and it's great for brunch or a quick dinner.

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil. 1 small onion, finely chopped. 2 cloves garlic, minced. 1 can 14 ounces crushed tomatoes. 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes adjust to taste. Salt and pepper to taste. 4 large eggs. 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped. Grated Parmesan cheese for garnish.

Instructions: Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until it becomes translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Pour in the crushed tomatoes, season with salt and pepper, and simmer for 10-15 minutes until the sauce thickens. Using a spoon, make four small wells or indentations in the tomato sauce. Crack an egg into each well, being careful not to break the yolks. Cover the skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until the egg whites are set, and the yolks are still runny adjust cooking time if you prefer firmer yolks. Sprinkle fresh basil over the eggs and tomato sauce. Serve the Eggs in Purgatory hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese.

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

This Easy Shrimp Lo Mein is a quick and flavorful dish that's perfect for busy weeknights. Tender shrimp, crisp vegetables, and flavorful noodles come together in a savory sauce that will satisfy your cravings.

Ingredients: 8 oz lo mein noodles. 1 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined. 2 tbsp vegetable oil. 2 cloves garlic, minced. 1 cup sliced mushrooms. 1 cup shredded cabbage. 1 medium carrot, julienned. 1/2 cup snow peas. 3 tbsp soy sauce. 2 tbsp oyster sauce. 1 tsp sesame oil. 1/2 tsp sugar. Salt and pepper to taste. Sliced green onions for garnish.

Instructions: Follow the directions on the package to cook the lo mein noodles. Remove the water and set it aside. Warm up the vegetable oil in a big pan or wok over medium-high heat. Put in the garlic and cook for one minute, until it smells good. It will take about two to three minutes of cooking after adding the shrimp until it turns pink. Take the shrimp out of the pan and set it aside. Put cabbage, carrot, snow peas, mushrooms, and onion in the same pan. To make the vegetables tender-crisp, stir-fry them for two to three minutes. Put the shrimp back in the pan. Soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, sugar, salt, and pepper should all be added now. Toss everything together until it's all well mixed and hot. Before serving, top with sliced green onions. Enjoy while hot!

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Upgrade your classic Sloppy Joe sandwich with this quick and filling Sloppy Joe Casserole recipe. Perfect for busy nights.

A delightful and nutritious quinoa salad packed in a mason jar for a convenient and tasty on-the-go meal. The combination of quinoa, colorful vegetables, and a tangy dressing creates a satisfying and wholesome dish.

Ingredients: 1 cup cooked quinoa. 1 cup shredded carrots. 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved. 1/4 cup chopped cucumber. 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled. 2 tablespoons olive oil. 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar. 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard. Salt and pepper to taste. Fresh basil leaves for garnish.

Instructions: In a mason jar, layer the cooked quinoa at the bottom. Add shredded carrots on top of the quinoa. Layer halved cherry tomatoes over the carrots. Add chopped cucumber on top of the tomatoes. Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese over the cucumber. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Pour the dressing over the ingredients in the mason jar. Secure the lid on the jar and refrigerate until ready to serve. When ready to eat, shake the jar to distribute the dressing evenly. Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Marie's Crock Pot French Dip is a delicious and easy-to-make meal perfect for busy days. Tender beef cooked slowly with savory herbs and spices, served on toasted hoagie rolls with melted cheese and a flavorful dipping sauce.

Ingredients: 3 lbs beef chuck roast. 1 onion, thinly sliced. 4 cloves garlic, minced. 1 cup beef broth. 1/2 cup soy sauce. 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce. 2 tablespoons dijon mustard. 1 teaspoon dried thyme. 1 teaspoon dried rosemary. 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. 6-8 hoagie rolls. Provolone or Swiss cheese slices optional. Butter for toasting rolls.

Instructions: Place beef chuck roast in the slow cooker. Add sliced onions and minced garlic on top of the roast. In a bowl, mix beef broth, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, dijon mustard, thyme, rosemary, and black pepper. Pour the mixture over the beef in the slow cooker. Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours, or until beef is tender and falls apart easily. Remove beef from the slow cooker and shred using two forks. Strain the liquid from the slow cooker and reserve for dipping sauce. Preheat oven broiler. Slice hoagie rolls and lightly toast with butter under the broiler. Assemble sandwiches by placing shredded beef and optional cheese slices on toasted rolls. Serve with reserved liquid for dipping. Enjoy!

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 480 minutes

The soft pasta, fresh vegetables, and creamy dressing in this Creamy Pasta Salad make it a great meal. It goes well with any meal and is great for potlucks and picnics.

Ingredients: 8 oz pasta. 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved. 1/2 cup cucumber, diced. 1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced. 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped. 1/2 cup mayonnaise. 1/4 cup sour cream. 2 tbsp Dijon mustard. 2 tbsp white wine vinegar. 1 tsp sugar. Salt and pepper to taste. Fresh parsley for garnish.

Instructions: Cook pasta according to package instructions, then drain and let cool. In a large bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, and red onion. In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, white wine vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper. Add the cooled pasta to the vegetable mixture and pour the creamy dressing over it. Toss everything together until well coated. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving. Enjoy your creamy pasta salad!

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

This Honey Garlic Pork Rice Bowl recipe is a great way to make a filling meal because it combines sweet and savory tastes so well. A rich honey-garlic sauce coats the tender pork, which is served over fluffy rice and topped with green onions and sesame seeds.

Ingredients: 1 lb pork loin, sliced. 4 cloves garlic, minced. 1/4 cup honey. 1/4 cup soy sauce. 1 tablespoon olive oil. 1/4 cup water. 2 cups cooked rice. Green onions, for garnish. Sesame seeds, for garnish.

Instructions: Add honey, soy sauce, olive oil, and water to a bowl and mix them together. Slice the pork and put it in the slow cooker. Cover the pork with the honey garlic sauce. For 4-5 hours on low or 2-3 hours on high, cover and cook until the pork is soft. Place the pork on top of cooked rice and sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 240 minutes