Simmer a big pot of this meatless spaghetti sauce on Sunday. Serve it over pasta tonight, then use it in these other dinners from Monday through Thursday. The best news is that they're not all pasta recipes!
A 7-Day Meal Plan Using Spaghetti Sauce
Updated Apr. 27, 2021
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Sunday: Homemade Meatless Spaghetti Sauce
Ditch the store-bought marinara for this spaghetti sauce without meat. You can prepare a batch to toss on pasta, eggplant Parmesan or a pizza.
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Monday: Sheet-Pan Chicken Parmesan
Baked chicken Parmesan is just as tasty as the original, without the fuss and hassle of frying. This recipe cooks your vegetable side dish right alongside the chicken, in the same pan, for added ease.
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Tuesday: Lasagna Toss
This easy skillet dish tastes just like lasagna without all the layering prep work. It's perfect for busy weeknights! —Sharon Martin, Denver, Pennsylvania
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Wednesday: String Cheese Meat Loaf
My daughter likes the cheese stuffed into this tasty meat loaf made with a blend of ground beef and Italian sausage. Served with a salad and sourdough bread, the meal is special enough for company. —Laura Lawrence, Salinas, California
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Thursday: Pizza Ring
Mom made a ring with chicken and broccoli one night. I said I’d rather have pizza. That’s how this recipe was born! —Tricia Richardson, Springdale, Arkansas
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Friday: Grilled Tilapia Piccata
We aren’t big fish eaters, but a friend made this for us, and we couldn’t believe how wonderful it was! Now we eat it regularly. I love making it for guests because it’s simple, looks lovely and tastes restaurant-worthy. —Beth Cooper, Columbus, Ohio
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Saturday: Crispy Orange Chicken
We enjoy these tangy nuggets so many ways—over noodles or rice, in sandwiches, even on top of lettuce and cabbage. —Darlene Brenden, Salem, OregonOriginally Published: April 27, 2021
