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10 Time-Saving Dinners to Take Back that Hour

Daylight Saving Time got you down? We’ve got recipes to help you get that time back.

Let’s be honest – springing forward isn’t fun. Not only do our pets and children not seem to understand how clocks work, but it also takes far longer to get your body used to that single hour change. While sunsets on the back patio are nice, who wants to lose an hour, especially with our busy lives?

To help you combat that time-shift struggle, we’ve put together ten of our favorite fast dinner recipes. From pasta to soup to quick casseroles, we’ve got you covered when it comes to dinnertime. After all, you want to enjoy that extra evening sun!

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Rigatoni with Sausage Photo
Lisa Grant
Rigatoni with Sausage
Hearty and full of flavor, this pasta dish is ready in 30 minutes. Arrivederci, kitchen time!
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2
Homemade Salisbury Steak Photo
Cyd Converse
Homemade Salisbury Steak
This isn’t the Salisbury steak you remember from frozen dinners, but it’s ready just as fast. One pan means no fuss, no muss!
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3
Homemade Pizza Rolls Photo
Erin S.
Homemade Pizza Rolls
Who among us has not scarfed down packaged pizza rolls in our less-finest hours? This homemade recipe is way better and so customizable for family dinners.
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4
Cheddar Potato Soup Photo
Allison Ruth
Cheddar Potato Soup
Creamy and comforting, potato soup is ready in a flash. Don’t forget to add the bacon!
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5
Hamburger Pie Photo
Erin S.
Hamburger Pie
It’s a cheeseburger, but in pie form. Do we really need to do more convincing?
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6
Cacio e Pepe Photo
Katie Jasiewicz
Cacio e Pepe
This classic pasta dish solves the problem of your spaghetti stash and is a great way to move past tomato sauce.
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7
Shredded Beef Tacos Photo
Christy Landry
Shredded Beef Tacos
The average Texan eats tacos four times a week. You need to catch up.
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8
Chicken Caesar Salad Photo
Christina Lane
Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad
Salads are super fast and this recipe is super tasty. You won’t bother with bottled dressing after trying this quick homemade version!
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9
Stovetop Mac and Cheese Photo
Christina Lane
Stovetop Mac and Cheese
Give in to your kids and make this mac and cheese. Don’t worry, we won’t let them know you ate the leftovers out of the pot.
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10
Spinach Artichoke Chicken Photo
Jennifer W.
Spinach Artichoke Stuffed Chicken
Take the flavors of one delicious dip and add chicken, and you have a fancy-yet-fast dinner at the ready.
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