Taste of Home - 30 Meals in 30 Minutes
Taste of Home - 30 Meals in 30 Minutes
Taste of Home - 30 Meals in 30 Minutes
IN 30 MINUTES
BONUS:
12 fast
sides!
ON THE MENU
BREAKFAST
& BRUNCH
BEEF
Italian Garden
Frittata
Greek-Style
Ravioli
CHICKEN
Chicken Tzatziki
Cucumber Boats
Chicken with
Fire-Roasted
Tomatoes
Honey Thyme
Grilled Chicken
Corn Quesadillas
Grilled Eggplant
Parmesan Stacks
MEATLESS
Southwest
Chicken Dinner
Spice-Rubbed
Chicken Thighs
Thai Chicken
Pasta Skillet
Cheesy Summer
Squash Flatbreads
MEATLESS
P ORK
Portobello
& Onion Tart
SEAFOOD
Tarragon-Dijon
Pork Chops
TURKEY
S ALADS
Curry Shrimp
Lemon Salmon
with Basil
S A NDWICHES
ON
COVTEHE
R
Pepper &
Salsa Cod
Tomato-Herb
Grilled Tilapia
Sausage Zucchini
Skillet
Fajita in a Bowl
Feta Garbanzo
Bean Salad
Basil BLTs
O N TH E S I D E
These twelve extra-quick recipes
make perfect matches to your
30-minute entrees.
Berry Turkey
Sandwich
Chicken Sausage
Pita Pockets
Crunchy Tuna
Wraps
Mediterranean
Meatball
Sandwiches
30 MEALS IN 30 MINUTES
Pepper &
Salsa Cod
After tasting a similar dish at the
grocery store, my husband figured
out how to make this awesome cod
topped with salsa and peppers.
ROBYN GALLAGHER YORKTOWN, VA
START TO FINISH: 30 MIN.
MAKES: 2 SERVINGS
serves
30 MEALS IN 30 MINUTES
Lemon
Salmon
with Basil
At our house we opt for healthy
foods, and this lemony salmon with
basil is a knockout in the good-foryou category. We have it with
asparagus or zucchini.
SHANNA BELZ PRINEVILLE, OR
START TO FINISH: 25 MIN.
MAKES: 4 SERVINGS
teaspoon salt
teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons thinly sliced fresh basil
2 medium lemons, thinly sliced
Additional fresh basil
1. Preheat oven to 375. Place salmon in
less than
300
calories
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Grilled Zucchini with Onions
Drizzle 6 small zucchini (halved
lengthwise) with 2 tsp. olive oil. Grill,
covered, over medium heat for 8-10
minutes or until tender, turning once. Place
in a large bowl. Add 2 thinly sliced green
onions, 2 Tbsp. lemon juice, 2 tsp. olive
oil, tsp. salt and tsp. crushed red
pepper flakes. Serves 4.
ALIA SHUTTLEWORTH AUBURN, CA
serves
2 medium cucumbers
cup fat-free plain Greek yogurt
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
teaspoon garlic salt
30 MEALS IN 30 MINUTES
Fajita in
a Bowl
ON T
C HE
OVER
less than
300
calories
30 MEALS IN 30 MINUTES
Italian
Garden
Frittata
I make a scrape-your-plate frittata
that gets its yum from fresh sage
and Romano. Pass it with melon
wedges for a standout breakfast,
brunch or dinner.
SALLY MALONEY DALLAS, GA
START TO FINISH: 30 MIN.
MAKES: 4 SERVINGS
4 large eggs
6 large egg whites
cup grated Romano cheese, divided
1 tablespoon minced fresh sage
teaspoon salt
teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 small zucchini, sliced
2 green onions, chopped
2 plum tomatoes, thinly sliced
1. Preheat broiler. In a large bowl, whisk
eggs, egg whites, cup cheese, sage, salt
meatless
meal
30 MEALS IN 30 MINUTES
Portobello
& Onion
Tart
meatless
meal
ready in
15
Basil BLTs
Everybody goes for the bacon in this impressive sandwich. If youve got
a garden, harvest your fresh tomatoes and basil and pile them on.
ALISA LEWIS VERADALE, WA
START TO FINISH: 15 MIN. MAKES: 4 SERVINGS
cup mayonnaise or plain Greek yogurt
O N TH E S I D E
Fresh Peach Salsa
In a food processor, coarsely chop
2 peeled and pitted peaches, 1 seeded
tomato, cup chopped sweet onion,
cup cilantro and 1 sliced garlic clove. Add
1 can (4 oz.) chopped green chilies, 2 tsp.
cider vinegar, tsp. lime juice and tsp.
pepper; pulse just until blended. Serve
with chips. Serves 8.
SHAWNA LAUFER FORT MYERS, FL
30 MEALS IN 30 MINUTES
Mexican
Hot Dogs
ready in
20
6
6
1
3
3
hot dogs
hot dog buns, split
small tomato, chopped
tablespoons finely chopped red onion
bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
one
pan
wonder
Sausage Zucchini Skillet
This Italian skillet dish started as a side for grilled salmon. Then I
transformed it with sausage and rice to give it a new identity.
DEBBY ABEL FLAT ROCK, NC
START TO FINISH: 25 MIN. MAKES: 4 SERVINGS
O N TH E S I D E
Swirled Dill Rolls
Open an 8-oz. tube of crescent dough; do
not unroll. Cut it into eight slices. Place on
an ungreased baking sheet. Bake at 375 for
11-13 minutes. Mix 2 Tbsp. softened butter,
tsp. each onion powder and fresh dill.
Brush on warm rolls. Serves 8.
TASTE OF HOME TEST KITCHEN
30 MEALS IN 30 MINUTES
TarragonDijon Pork
Chops
For my smoky chops, I add
tarragon for a hint of herbs.
If you like a lot of sauce, double
or triple the ingredients.
JULIE DANLER BEL AIRE, KS
START TO FINISH: 30 MIN.
MAKES: 4 SERVINGS
one
pan
wonder
2 cups water
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
teaspoon salt
teaspoon pepper
1 cup uncooked long grain rice
1 tablespoon taco seasoning
4 boneless skinless chicken breast
halves (4 ounces each)
1 cup canned black beans or pinto
beans, rinsed and drained
cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 teaspoon grated lime peel
2 tablespoons lime juice
30 MEALS IN 30 MINUTES
TomatoHerb Grilled
Tilapia
less than
300
calories
1
1
2
2
2
1
2
1
4
30 MEALS IN 30 MINUTES
Skillet Beef
& Potatoes
Sirloin strips with red potatoes and
fresh rosemary are seriously
amazing and ready in a flash. The key
is precooking potatoes in the
microwave to speed the process.
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START TO FINISH: 25 MIN.
MAKES: 4 SERVINGS
meatless
meal
Cheesy Summer Squash Flatbreads
When you want a meatless meal with Mediterranean style, these flatbreads
smothered with squash, hummus and mozzarella deliver the goods.
MATTHEW HASS FRANKLIN, WI
START TO FINISH: 30 MIN. MAKES: 4 SERVINGS
O N TH E S I D E
Tomatoes with Vinaigrette
In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine
cup vinegar, cup canola oil, cup
sugar, 2 tsp. seasoned salt and a dash of
pepper; shake well. Serve over
4 tomatoes (cut into wedges) and lettuce.
Serves 4.
JOANNE SHEWCHUK ST. BENEDICT, SK
30 MEALS IN 30 MINUTES
Thai
Chicken
Pasta Skillet
This gorgeous Bangkok-style
pasta has been a faithful standby
for many years and always gets
loads of praise. For a potluck, we
increase it and do it ahead.
SUSAN TEN PAS MYRTLE CREEK, OR
START TO FINISH: 30 MIN.
MAKES: 6 SERVINGS
directions; drain.
2. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat oil
over medium-high heat. Add snap peas
and carrots; stir-fry 6-8 minutes or until
crisp-tender. Add chicken, peanut sauce
and spaghetti; heat through, tossing to
combine.
3. Transfer to a serving plate. Top with
cucumber and, if desired, cilantro.
HEALTH TIP Fruits are typically
associated with the antioxidant vitamin
C, but sugar snap peas are an excellent
source as well.
PER SERVING 1 cups equals 403 cal.,
15 g fat (3 g sat. fat), 42 mg chol., 432 mg
sodium, 43 g carb., 6 g fiber, 25 g pro.
DiabeticExchanges: 3 lean meat, 2
starch, 2 fat, 1 vegetable.
less than
300
calories
Spice-Rubbed Chicken Thighs
For our must-have meal, we roast chicken using bone-in, skin-on thighs. This healthy version,
without skin and bones, has a zesty rub of turmeric, paprika and chili powder.
BILL STALEY MONROEVILLE, PA
START TO FINISH: 20 MIN. MAKES: 6 SERVINGS
1
1
1
1
teaspoon salt
teaspoon garlic powder
teaspoon onion powder
teaspoon dried oregano
teaspoon ground turmeric
teaspoon paprika
teaspoon chili powder
teaspoon pepper
boneless skinless chicken thighs
(about 1 pounds)
O N TH E S I D E
Grilled Potatoes with Ranch
Mix 2 Tbsp. olive oil, 1 Tbsp. barbecue
seasoning, 2 minced garlic cloves and 2
tsp. lemon juice. Toss with 1
lbs.
quartered red potatoes. Seal in a double
thickness of heavy-duty foil. Grill, covered,
over medium heat 20-25 minutes. Mix
30 MEALS IN 30 MINUTES
Berry
Turkey
Sandwich
My turkey sandwich with fresh
strawberries, cream cheese and
Swiss gets a big thumbs-up. Make it
with whole wheat, oatmeal or
sunflower bread.
EDWARD MEYER ARNOLD, MO
START TO FINISH: 10 MIN.
MAKES: 2 SERVINGS
ready in
10
O N TH E S I D E
Lemon-Basil Bow Ties
Cook 4 cups of bow tie pasta. Saute
1 minced garlic clove in 1 tsp. olive oil for
1 minute. Add 1 Tbsp. lemon juice,
1 tsp. grated lemon peel, tsp. salt and
tsp. pepper. Stir in drained pasta and
cup sliced fresh basil. Top with cup
shredded Parmesan cheese. Serves 4.
MICHELLE HARBOUR LEBANON, TN
30 MEALS IN 30 MINUTES
Curry
Shrimp
I created this Indian-style
shrimp when we were entertaining
some friends, one of our favorite
things to do. It works on the
stovetop or the grill.
SHANA CONRADT APPLETON, WI
ready in
15
O N TH E S I D E
Pea n Peanut Salad
Combine 10 oz. frozen peas (thawed),
1 cup each dry roasted peanuts and
chopped celery, 6 cooked and crumbled
bacon strips and
cup chopped red
onion. Combine
cup mayonnaise and
cup zesty Italian salad dressing; stir into
salad. Refrigerate until serving. Serves 4.
LAURINDA NELSON PHOENIX, AZ
30 MEALS IN 30 MINUTES
Grilled
Eggplant
Parmesan
Stacks
We love eggplant Parmesan, but
when its hot outside, the dish feels
too heavy. Grilled eggplant slices
topped with tomato, mozzarella
and Parm satisfy everyone.
JOANN PARLIN
LITTLE EGG HARBOR TOWNSHIP, NJ
START TO FINISH: 25 MIN.
MAKES: 4 SERVINGS
meatless
meal
meatless
meal
Feta Garbanzo Bean Salad
This super-quick chickpea salad is a hit with my crowd. If there are
any leftovers (rarely happens), turn them into a pita for lunch.
JUDY DOEPEL CHARLTON, NY
START TO FINISH: 15 MIN. MAKES: 4 SERVINGS
30 MEALS IN 30 MINUTES
Corn
Quesadillas
ready in
15
serves
2
Greek-Style Ravioli
I took an Italian dish and gave it a Greek twist with spinach, olives and feta.
I like serving this easy weeknight ravioli with garlic cheese toast.
HETTI WILLIAMS RAPID CITY, SD
START TO FINISH: 25 MIN. MAKES: 2 SERVINGS
O N TH E S I D E
Tossed Salad with
Simple Vinaigrette
In a bowl, combine 1 cups leaf lettuce,
cup sliced cucumber, cup chopped
tomato, 2 sliced basil leaves and 1 sliced
green onion. In a small bowl, whisk
2 tsp. rice vinegar, 1 tsp. olive oil and a
dash each salt and pepper. Pour over
salad; toss to coat. Serves 2.
MARTHA ATWELL ALAMOGORDO, NM
30 MEALS IN 30 MINUTES
Chard &
Bacon
Linguine
I use Swiss chard every way I can,
and that includes stirring it into this
breezy linguine. When youre short
on time, this dish keeps life simple.
DIANE NEMITZ LUDINGTON, MI
START TO FINISH: 30 MIN.
MAKES: 4 SERVINGS
serves
O N TH E S I D E
Watermelon Blueberry Salad
Stir together 1 Tbsp. honey, tsp. lemon
juice and tsp. minced fresh mint. Toss
with 1 cup seeded chopped watermelon
and cup blueberries. Serves 2.
JENNI SHARP MILWAUKEE, WI
Cuke Canoes
Scoop out the seeds and fill fresh cucumbers with whatever floats your boat.
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