Recipe of the Day: What to Cook in February 2013

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Sweet and Sour Pork

Ditch your plans for takeout tonight and cook this copycat version of a fast-food favorite at home. This easy, homemade recipe can be ready to enjoy in only 25 minutes — that's faster than delivery.

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Iron Chef's Chicken Soup

Newly crowned Iron Chef Alex Guarnaschelli puts her spin on a classic winter recipe by incorporating crispy bacon and handmade gnocchi.

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30-Minute Four-Cheese Pasta

Made with deli ham and frozen peas, this decadent dinner is a cinch to prepare in a hurry.

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Ina's Breakfast Bread Pudding

Think of Ina's indulgent breakfast as French toast in casserole form, one that won’t have you standing over the stove all morning. Instead, soak sweet brioche bread in vanilla-honey custard and bake to perfection.

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Ina's Meatloaf

Try this classic meatloaf, just like mom used to make, but with a twist from Ina – she spoons homemade garlic sauce over the top before serving.

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Food Network's Cheesy Gnocchi Casserole with Ham and Peas

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Quick Cheesy Gnocchi Casserole

Using store-bought gnocchi ensures that this family-friendly recipe will be on your table in only 30 minutes.

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Baked Macaroni and Cheese

This childhood classic is dressed up thanks to four cheeses — Havarti, American, cheddar and Parmesan — plus splashes of Worcestershire and hot sauce for subtle heat.

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Sunny's Weeknight Chicken Pot Pie

Thanks to store-bought pie crust and a creamy, no-fuss sauce, Sunny's one-pan pot pie is a big-batch recipe that can be made in less than 45 minutes.

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Food Network's Beef and Cheddar Casserole

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Easy Beef and Cheddar Casserole

To make this family-friendly dinner, combine cooked noodles with a cheese-sour cream mixture, then bake with a hearty sauce of ground beef, bell peppers and tomatoes topped with grated Cheddar.

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Chocolate Chip French Toast

For a simple weekend brunch treat, try Aarti's top-rated French toast, studded with sweet chocolate chips and chewy dates and served with bourbon-spiked maple syrup.

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The Pioneer Woman's Perfect Pot Roast

A master of hearty ranch food, Ree Drummond relies on this classic recipe to feed the cowboys and cowgirls in her life. She simmers a chuck roast in a red wine beef broth with carrots and onions until the meat is juicy and the vegetables tender.

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Anne's Lasagna Marinara Rolls

Try a new spin on lasagna tonight: instead of the traditional layered dish, roll up lasagna noodles with creamy ricotta and homemade tomato sauce.

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Sunny's Red Velvet Swirl Brownies

Treat your sweetie to a sinfully sweet dessert of Sunny's layered brownies. The secret to achieving the swirl effect is using the top of a knife to gently combine the red velvet brownie mixture with the cream cheese topping.

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Ina's Linguine With Shrimp Scampi

An easy dish to cook with your special someone, Ina's 25-minute recipe is light but filling, made with tender shrimp, fresh lemon juice and just a pinch of red pepper flakes.

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Top-Rated Flourless Chocolate Cake

This striking dessert boasts a rich, decadent cake made with both bittersweet and unsweetened chocolate and a light topping of airy, chocolate-laced meringue.

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Tyler Florence's Chicken Cordon Bleu for the Ultimate Cordon Bleu episode of Tyler's Ultimate, as seen on Food Network.

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Tyler's Chicken Cordon Bleu

Think of these juicy bites as hearty chicken roll-ups. Tyler layers thinly pounded chicken with prosciutto and Gruyere cheese, then rolls it, coats it with a breadcrumb-thyme mixture and bakes it until browned.

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Mardi Gras King Cake

Bake up this classic Mardi Gras dessert with a single dry bean or small plastic King Cake baby inside. According to Louisiana tradition, whoever uncovers the hidden treat is named King or Queen of the day.

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Rachael's Super-Easy Baked Pasta

Rachael calls this her Fake-Baked Ziti because it boasts all of the cheesy comfort of traditionally baked pasta but it's made almost entirely on the stove.

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50 Things to Make With Bacon

Whether you work it into guacamole, stuff it in a sandwich or bake it in a quiche, bacon transforms any dish into an exciting meal. Find 50 easy bacon-filled recipes from Food Network Magazine.

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Melissa's Easiest Lemon Chicken

Follow Melissa's simple four-step process to turn out a complete meal of juicy chicken, buttery spinach and sauteed onions in just 40 minutes.

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30-Minute Stir-Fry

Lean ground turkey is the star of this top-rated stir-fry, quickly cooked with Asian chili paste, soy sauce and charred green beans, all served over white rice.

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The Pioneer Woman's Cheesy Broccoli Soup

With just a handful of everyday ingredients, Ree Drummond creates a hearty, comforting soup filled with fresh broccoli and creamy cheese.

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Game-Day Beef Chili

Made with bold spices like cumin, paprika and chili powder, this meaty chili is packed with hearty black beans, fresh bell pepper and plum tomatoes and finished with crumbled bacon and cheddar cheese.

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Wings, 50 Ways

Complete your big-game tailgate with these fast and flavorful wing recipes from Food Network Magazine.

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Buffalo Chicken Dip

With this warm, cheesy dip, it's easy to enjoy your favorite flavors of classic buffalo wings without the saucy mess. Just combine juicy chicken with hot sauce and cream cheese, and bake until bubbly.

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Supreme Pizza Dip

This is a hearty dip with the works: pepperoni, onions and bell peppers stirred into a thick tomato sauce and topped with gooey melted cheese. Serve it in a skillet and let your guests pile their baguette slices high with dip, deep-dish style.

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Rachael's Chili Dog Nachos

Make a snack that combines two of your favorite game-day foods, nachos and chili dogs, into one.

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Giada's Easy Pizza Pockets

Giada relies on store-bought dough to save time in the kitchen when making these golden-brown sausage- and cheese-filled pizza pockets.

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Cheesy Chicken and Eggplant Parmesan

Two classic Italian dishes in one, this recipe features tender eggplant atop juicy chicken breasts baked with tomato sauce and creamy mozzarella cheese.

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