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Week of Healthy Meal Prep: November 5-9

Updated October 31, 2018
Each week, we’re bringing you 5 weeknight recipes you can make in 45 minutes or less. To make it even easier, we’re helping you meal prep! Sign up for our newsletter, ThePrep, and get the recipes, plus tips, advice, and more, every weekend, right in your inbox.
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Monday: Shrimp and Chicken Gumbo

Photo: Christopher Testani
View Recipe: Shrimp and Chicken Gumbo

The enamel-coated cast iron of a Dutch oven maintains an even heat at any temperature, so foods won't suddenly scorch or boil over. Great for the low and slow simmer of this flavorful gumbo.

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Tuesday: Seared Scallops With Fennel and Citrus

Kelsey Hansen
View Recipe: Pan-Seared Scallops With Fennel and Citrus

Scallops are the perfect choice for an effortless dinner. To get the best golden, crispy sear, let your scallops come to room temperature and pat them dry before cooking. Track down dry-packed scallops; they’re lower in sodium.

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Wednesday: Pork Chops With Sautéed Apples and Brussels Sprouts

Photo: Jennifer Causey
View Recipe: Pork Chops with Sautéed Apples and Brussels Sprouts

Guaranteed to be a fast favorite, this recipe plays on the sweet-savory match made in flavor heaven: pork + apples.

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Thursday: Vegan Roasted Carrot and Coconut Soup

Kelsey Hansen
View Recipe: Vegan Roasted Carrot and Coconut Soup

Avocado and coconut milk give this vegan soup a decadent, buttery texture; fiber-rich lentils and beans make it surprisingly filling. Keep your pantry stocked with these staples to help you throw this soup together in no time.

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Friday: Sausage and Mushroom Pasta With Butternut Squash

Caitlin Bensel
View Recipe: Sausage and Mushroom Pasta With Butternut Squash

How’s this for a hack? Here we slice refrigerated lasagna noodles to get silky pappardelle-style ribbons of pasta that look like they’re homemade. Pick up pre-cubed butternut squash to save yourself peeling and chopping time.

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Treat Yourself: Pomegranate-Poached Pears

Caitlin Bensel
View Recipe: Pomegranate-Poached Pears

Mixing low-fat Greek yogurt with crème fraîche yields a decadent-tasting topping with less saturated fat.

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