Warm up the cold evenings with the easiest comfort-food dinners this week, like creamy mushroom pasta, shrimp & grits, and a Vietnamese-pho-inspired chicken soup. Get the week’s shopping list here (ingredients for suggested side dishes not included on the list).
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RecipeQuick Chicken Pho
The authentic version of this fragrant Vietnamese noodle soup starts with a broth made from scratch. Here, purchased broth is simmered with charred ginger and onion and lots of spices for a quick flavor boost. Serve with hot sauce if you like a little heat.
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RecipeSautéed Shrimp and Pancetta with Cheese Grits
If you can’t find quick-cooking grits, you can use quick-cooking polenta instead—just be sure to follow the package’s instructions for the correct cooking time and the amount of liquid needed.
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RecipeTofu Saag
A creamy yogurt-spinach sauce surrounds spiced, crisped cubes of tofu in this aromatic, satisfying dish. If you like hot foods, leave the serrano chile seeds in. Serve with rice or naan.
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RecipeBourbon-Chipotle Rib-Eye Steak
Here’s a great way to cook a thick rib-eye indoors: Sear it in a cast-iron skillet, then finish it in a hot oven. The smoky, boozy sauce is made right in the pan.
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RecipeSpaghetti with Mushroom Cream Sauce, paired with Edna Valley Pinot Noir
This easy pasta gets complex flavor from a combination of mushrooms (try a mix of cremini, shiitake, black trumpet, portobello, and chanterelle), cream, and a secret ingredient—tawny port.
