The weather is getting chilly, so these comforting dinners will help keep you warm.
Pesto Chicken Bake
This pesto chicken bake is easy to make as well as delicious!
The chicken stays moist while the cheese on top gets bubbly and crispy.

Photographer: Dera Burreson, Food stylist: Josh Hake
The pesto, mozzarella and tomato combination is a home run every time.
Serve the chicken over pasta or your favorite grain.
Fresh celery is added at the end for cool crunch.

Photographer: Dera Burreson, Food stylist: Josh Hake
Sauteed Pork Chops with Apples
The Sugar and Spice Rub makes extra.
So another time, use it to season pork tenderloin or lean burgers before broiling or grilling.
If you like the heat, opt for a spicy enchilada sauce.

This recipe is sure to become a new weeknight favorite the whole family will love.
Serve it with whole-wheat pasta or rice to make it a meal.
Serve with tortilla chips and sour cream.

Chicken & Zucchini Casserole
This baked chicken and zucchini casserole is creamy, hearty and low-carb!
Serve over creamy polenta or buttered whole-wheat egg noodles.
Serve with crusty rolls to soak up the juices.

Serve with a colorful coleslaw and brown rice.
Serve with pita or crusty bread to sop up the sauce for a quick dinner or for brunch.
We call for bone-in pork chops to maximize flavor, but boneless pork chops are a fine substitution.

To round out this meal a little more, serve with rice or mashed potatoes.
Classic Diner Meat Loaf
Here’s a traditional recipe for a family favorite.
Buy the leanest ground beef it’s possible for you to find for this home-style meat loaf.

Photographer: Dera Burreson, Food stylist: Josh Hake
Here it contains a bountiful amount of mushrooms and is served over chicken breasts.



Jason Donnelly

Jason Donnelly

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