Hi friend, Busy weeknights don’t leave much room for long recipes — which is why these 30-minute (or less) copycat meals are perfect for back-to-school season. Easy to prep, easy to clean up, and guaranteed to please even picky eaters: 🌮 Taco Bell Mexican Pizza – Crispy tortillas, seasoned beef, and melty cheese in a fun weeknight dinner. 🥣 Olive Garden Zuppa Toscana – A one-pot classic with sausage, potatoes, and kale — hearty but easy. 🥪 Starbucks Grilled Cheese Sandwich – Gooey, golden, and just right for a fast dinner with soup or salad. 🍤 Panda Express Honey Walnut Shrimp – Crispy shrimp tossed in a creamy sweet sauce — tastes fancy, but it’s fast. 👩🍳 Time-saving tip: Keep tortillas, frozen shrimp, and shredded cheese on hand — they’re the backbone of quick weeknight meals. Here’s to making back-to-school dinners deliciously simple. Happy cooking, IN MY KITCHEN THIS WEEK 🛒 These gadgets and tools make school-night cooking faster (and cleanup easier): 🌮 Cast Iron Skillet – Perfect for crispy Mexican pizzas and grilled cheese sandwiches. 👉 [See my back-to-school picks here »] Note: Some of these links are affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission (at no cost to you) if you decide to purchase. Thank you for supporting CopyKat—it helps me keep sharing all these recipes with you! 🏈 Don’t Miss This! If you love great food and football, I’ve got something special for you. I’m launching a Game Day Eats email series that will take you from kickoff all the way through the Super Bowl. Each week, you’ll get: 🍔 Game day–ready copycat recipes It’s the ultimate playbook for a stress-free football season hosting experience. |
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