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Great Wines for Everyday Meals

April 01, 2010
Photo: Jan Smith
A great wine pairing doesn't require a special occasion. Gary Vaynerchuk of Wine Library TV shares his picks for 10 of your favorite Cooking Light dinner recipes, from Chicken and Broccoli Casserole to Classic Meat Loaf.
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Quick Pizza Margherita

Photo: Randy Mayor
Expand your palette by pairing an earthy rose with our simple yet flavorful margherita pizza.

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Garden-Style Lasagna

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Bring out the freshness of this veggie-packed lasagna with an unusual white wine varietal.

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Classic Meat Loaf

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Complement the bold flavors of meat loaf with a spicy, vibrant Zinfandel from California.

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All-American Chili

Photo: Randy Mayor
If you think a couple of ice-cold brewskis are the only drink you can serve with traditional beef chili–think again.

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Chicken and Broccoli Casserole

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Bring out the classic flavors of this comforting casserole with a $15 white wine from Australia.

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Pork Tenderloin with Mustard Sauce

Photo: Randy Mayor
Learn why Gary selects a bold German Riesling to pair with the mustard sauce in this easy weeknight dish.

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Champion Chicken Parmesan

 
Pair a subtly spiced Italian red wine with a classic Italian favorite.

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Beef Stroganoff

 
Discover why an exciting and budget-friendly Rhone Valley wine pairs so well with classic beef stroganoff.

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Classic Beef Pot Roast

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Discover which South African cabernet sauvignon goes splendidly with this hearty pot roast.

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Beef, Cheese, and Noodle Bake

Photo: Jan Smith
Learn all about the classic Spanish wine that goes great with this humble noodle dinner.

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