5 easy weeknight recipes to try this week

This week's recipe roundup features main dishes, sides and desserts that come together quickly, making them perfect for busy weeknight dinners.

(4) updates to this series since Updated May 17, 2023

The Kitchn: This is the quickest way to cook acorn squash

The subtle sweet flavor of acorn squash allows it to pair well with a variety of herbs and spices as well as sweet or savory additions.

This homemade beef and broccoli stir-fry is take-out worthy

Worthy of take-out, this beef and broccoli stir-fry comes together in less than 30 minutes.

The Kitchn: My aunt’s fudgy chocolate cake, aka matilda cake, is out of this world

Taste aside, there’s a lot to love about the cake. With just one mixing bowl and a whisk, it comes together quickly and with little fuss. Plus, it’s practically foolproof.

Seriously Simple: Autumnal figs in port wine can be eaten several ways

Enjoy this as a simple dessert with yogurt or ice cream, an add-in to an endive salad, or a side sauce to roast duck or chicken.

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The Kitchn: This is the quickest way to cook acorn squash

This homemade beef and broccoli stir-fry is take-out worthy

The Kitchn: My aunt’s fudgy chocolate cake, aka matilda cake, is out of this world

Seriously Simple: Autumnal figs in port wine can be eaten several ways

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