Weeknight Rescue//Week 44//Fall 2024

Thick slices of banana walnut bread on a piece of parchment with a bread knife and a checked cloth

I’ve got my eye on several of the recipes in this week’s line up, most notably the Warm Spinach Salad and the Tender Banana Bread (which I love with dark chocolate chips). I hope you find a few recipes that grab your eye, too. Enjoy!

Instant Pot Italian White Bean Soup

This is yumminess in a bowl that’s been a hit since I first posted it. For a vegetarian version, simply leave out the sausage or swap in a cup or two of cooked grains or pasta for added heft once the soup is done.

Sweet Potato Black Bean Bowls

White bowl with sweet potato black beans avocado and a green sauce with a blue napkin

These nourishing bowls are a fan favorite in my house. Roasted sweet potatoes, brown rice, black beans, and avocado get dressed up with a tangy, slightly spicy cilantro sauce. Add pickled jalapeños, Cotija cheese, toasted pepitas or whatever else strikes your fancy.

Easy Pork Chops with Apples

Easy pork chops with apples and maple mustard sauce

This is the sort of supper my mom made on the regular every fall when we were kids. My version has a little something extra in the form of a quick pan sauce built on Dijon mustard and sour cream. It’s delicious with the chops.

Easy Noodles with Peanut Sauce & Veggies

Noodles with peanut sauce in white bowls

An easy fix for dinner that’s good warm or cold. It’s flavors are reminiscent of the peanut sauce you might get in a Thai or Vietnamese restaurant, only tossed with noodles and crunchy vegetables. You could also add shredded chicken to the mix if you like.

Warm Spinach Salad with Balsamic Dressing

This warm spinach salad is one I’ve been makes since I was in my 20s. It’s makes a light supper or lovely lunch. For a vegetarian version, swap the prosciutto for roasted or sautéed mushrooms.

Celery Salad with Dates and Pecorino

Celery, nut, date, and cheese salad on a plate with a striped napkin and forks

Poor celery is a bit of an underdog in the kitchen, which is why I love this salad so much. It shows off celery at it’s best. It’s paired with salty Pecorino, slivers of Medjool dates, chopped nuts, and a dressing with a spicy kick. Bright, refreshing, and an easy side to so many mains.    

Tender Banana Bread with Walnuts and Chocolate Chips

Thick slices of banana walnut bread on a piece of parchment with a bread knife and a checked cloth

This has become my go-to banana bread since I published the recipe. Make it with chocolate chips or walnuts (or no adornment at all) to enjoy for breakfast, snack, or dessert.

Comments

09.28.2024 at5:15 AM #

Anne

Do you have a version of your white bean soup recipe that doesn’t require an instant pot for those of us that don’t own one? I would love to make it.
Anne

09.28.2024 at5:15 AM #

Katie Morford

I make soups like this on the stove top. I’d say the instructions would be the same, just simmer the beans in the broth until they are tender and then proceed with the kale and sausage.

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