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In case you havent heard,REAL SIMPLEis turning 25.
In celebration of our silver anniversary, weve compiled a list of 25 of our most beloved dinner recipes.
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A vast majority of these real simple meals (see what we did there?)
can be made in 30 minutes or less, and certainly dont sacrifice taste or presentation.
Keep reading for a roundup of our best (and easiest) dinners.
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You wont be disappointed!
Top the finished pancake with some Sriracha mayo and a Worcestershire-ketchup combo to give it extra flavor.
Being able to make it ahead of time is a huge bonus, one reviewer notes.
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Quick and Easy Chicken Pot Pie
Chicken pot pie never misses.
This easy take on the classic dish features a frozen vegetable blend andshredded rotisserie chickenin a creamy sauce.
You cant go wrong here!
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Ready in just 20 minutes, we guarantee youll make these burgers over and over again.
Garnish with fresh cilantro and chow down!
Are you drooling yet?
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Packaged vegetable slaw mix adds nutrients and a little crunch, while sweet and savory shrimp bring the protein.
Said butter coats the pasta and shrimp, yielding a flavorful meal we bet youll love.
Opt for a wide, flat noodle to soak up as much of the sauce as possible.
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The sandwich was so delicious, one reviewer wrote.
It’s going to be a staple on my vegetarian menu!
Once you plate the cooked pasta, a generous shower of Parmesan andbasilcompletes the delicious dish.
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If your little ones cant handle spice, skip the Sriracha.
Frozen pierogies cut down on prep time, while fresh shallots andBrussels sproutsroast alongside the dumplings.
This dish pairs the store-bought condiment with simmeredchicken thighs.
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If you have sour cream in the fridge, add a dollop of that, too.
Top with a dollop of whole-milk ricotta cheese and prepare to be amazed.
Top with a quick sprinkle of Parmesan and enjoy.
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Since a cup of lentils has 18 grams of protein, its safe to say this 30-minute meal isprotein-packed.
It also happens to tastereallygood.
Here, hanger steak is seared on the stovetop until a gorgeous brown crust forms.
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Then, the meat is transferred to the oven to finish cooking.
While the steak cooks, youll prepare a homemade compound butter thats flavored with punchyWorcestershire sauceand fresh parsley.
To serve, spoon the butter over the steak and garnish with flaky salt.
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