Wildly Delicious Weeknight Dinners For July

These fully loaded smash burger tacos are the ultimate comfort food hybrid with a crispy, juicy, thin beef patty, melty American cheese, and all the classic burger fixings loaded onto a toasted flour tortilla. You’ll never have to choose between burger night or taco night again!

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Looking for the most creative and GENIUS way to feed your party guests? Let us introduce this giant party sub that uses a simple hack of baking bread in a Bundt pan to turn a classic sandwich into a party centerpiece that will steal the show at any picnic or summer potluck this July.

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Craving a juicy cheeseburger but not the mandatory nap that comes with it? This cheesy, saucy, veggie-packed burger bowl is your solution. These bowls are just as versatile as an actual burger, so have fun with your preferred toppings too.

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Cooking these on the grill gives a nice char to the meat, but apartment dwellers can nix the charcoal and use a broiler or skillet. Homemade tzatziki is super-easy to put together, but store-bought can make this recipe even quicker.

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Excuse us while we say our goodbyes to beef burgers forever (JK, we’ll always love a classic burger). But can we talk about how good a chicken burger can be when it’s done right? Holy smokes, Batman. Far from dry or bland, this chicken burger is juicy, flavorful, and oh-so satisfying when that burger craving hits.

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Chewy, sticky, and satisfyingly meaty without any of the meat, this recipe is so hearty we believe it could convince even the biggest of mushroom haters that these veggie heroes aren't so bad after all. Plus, they're fab for vegan BBQ guests, and they come together in less than an hour!

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The first thing you might think of when you hear the words "fish tacos" are probably Baja-style tacos filled with crispy fried fish. But tacos can be made with all manner of marine life, from shrimp to salmon! These tacos are cinch to make and are fresh, zesty, and absolutely delicious.

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Get ready for a fiesta in your mouth with this creamy, spicy mac & cheese. Serve this side dish alongside hot dog tacos for a twist that'll have everyone asking for seconds!

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The best way to upgrade your salmon? Stuff it (with plenty of cheese). We're big fans of packing our salmon full of flavor (we're looking at you, creamy Cajun-stuffed salmon), but this recipe is a classic one we return to again and again.

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Looking for a comforting yet innovative dish to impress your guests or family, without too much work on your part? This easy-to-make casserole takes frozen potato pierogi to the next level with layers of spinach, sausage, and cheese that will leave everyone craving more.

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Want an easy chicken recipe that screams summer without having to fire up the grill? Look no further! Dripping with a buttery sauce made from fresh summer herbs, nutty Parmesan, and punchy garlic, these skewers are made in the air fryer and are ready in just 30 minutes—no grill required.

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Remember that bizarre McDonald’s commercial with the Big Mouth Bass singing, “Gimme that Filet-O-Fish”? Now you have the opportunity to make the iconic sandwich at home! Crispy fried fish, a slice of American cheese, and zesty tartar sauce layered on a toasted potato bun all combine to create this fast food staple.

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Who said summer dinners can’t be cozy? These stuffed shells are bursting with seasonal flavor from sweet corn, zucchini, and basil, but they also hit the comfort food spot thanks to the cheesy, rich ricotta.

While you might prefer your uncle’s recipe or your grandmother’s, lots of Americans really love the meatloaf sold at Cracker Barrel restaurants. Made with ground beef, crushed Ritz crackers, a sweet–tangy ketchup glaze, and more, this Cracker Barrel copycat version is well worth making.

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Switch up your classic lasagna recipe for this lighter, summer-worthy dinner that doesn't sacrifice on any of the flavor or richness. Instead of lasagna noodles, we use zucchini wrapped around creamy ricotta. All baked in marinara sauce, this summer dinner is a must-have to add to your rotation.

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With toasty corn kernels, crisp, smoky bacon, and a creamy, herby sauce, this simple skillet dinner proves that there's nothing this duo can’t do. Since the chicken and corn are so hearty on their own, all you’ll need to complete the meal is your favorite summer veggie side.

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During busy summer weeknights, we can't get enough of quick, easy, and cheap dinners. With only 5 ingredients and less than 30 minutes, these black bean tostadas will have you serving up an easy and delicious vegetarian dinner on the table with hardly any work at all.

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Here you've got a super crusty sandwich (made of pizza dough!) stuffed with creamy burrata, salty prosciutto, sweet fig jam, and peppery arugula. Drizzle with olive oil and allow for drips through the crevices as you devour.

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The key to flavor success here is building it right in the skillet. Start with cooking bacon, then use the bacon fat to sear the chicken. Then create depth in your tomato sauce with cherry AND sun-dried tomatoes. Finally end with a sprinkle of feta to give each bite perfect balance.

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Grilled zucchini carbonara is a combination of cheesy, lemony egg yolk-enriched sauce, al dente spaghetti, and charred zucchini bits that melt into the dish. Try it once and we have a feeling you might keep this recipe on your July dinner rotation.

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