Recipe of the Day: What to Cook in January 2013

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Supreme Pizza Dip

Boasting your favorite pizza ingredients like pepperoni, black olives, and more, this cheesy dip is just waiting to be scooped up with a soft baguette.

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Rachael's Chili Dog Nachos

Topped with chili powder-laced ground beef and sliced hot dogs, Rachael's 25-minute nachos are best finished with cool sour cream and salsa.

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Giada's Pizza Pockets

Giada relies on store-bought pizza crust to save time in the kitchen when making these golden-brown pockets filled with Italian sausage, peppery arugula and cream cheese.

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Cheesy Chicken and Eggplant Parmesan

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

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The Pioneer Woman's Pulled Pork

It takes just six everyday ingredients like onions, brown sugar and Dr Pepper soda to pull off Ree Drummond's top-rated pulled pork.

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Banana-Nut Oatmeal With Chocolate

Not your ordinary oatmeal, this flavor-packed bowl is laced with cocoa powder and topped with sliced ripe bananas, crunchy walnuts and a sprinkle of cinnamon.

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Homemade French Onion Dip

The secret to making this classic, crowd-pleasing dip is letting the onions cook slowly at a low temperature until they're soft, sweet and browned.

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50 Ways to Top Nachos

Celebrate game day with a big-batch platter of Food Network Magazine's favorite fan-approved recipes.

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Lemony Roasted Potatoes

Take everyday spuds to the next flavorful level by mixing them with zesty lemons, olive oil and garlic, then roasting until golden brown.

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Chorizo and Shrimp Quesadillas with Smoky Guacamole

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Rachael's Shrimp Quesadillas

For a hearty appetizer or simple main dish, look to Rachael's 25-minute quesadillas, filled with spicy chorizo sausage and tender shrimp and topped with smoky guacamole.

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Weeknight Shepherd's Pie

For a healthier take on Shepherd's pie, swap in ground turkey for the beef and serve it in individual portions, each topped with a layer of cheesy mashed potatoes, just like the classic version.

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Peanut swirl brownies on a cooling rack.

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Peanut Butter Swirl Brownies

For added decadence, Ina mixes whole chocolate chips and spoonfuls of peanut butter into her rich chocolate batter before baking.

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Ina's Top-Rated Chicken Chili

Rich, thick and deliciously spiced with cumin, chili powder and cayenne pepper, this hearty bowl can be finished with your favorite chili toppings, like sour cream, onions or cheese.

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Bobby Flay's "Old Bay" Grilled Steak Fries

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Bobby's Five-Star Steak Fries

Complete any meal with a side of Bobby's tender, golden-brown potatoes, seasoned with a flavorful spice mixture of paprika, cloves and allspice.

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Super Food Spinach Salad

This good-for-you salad is a powerful blend of vitamin-rich superfoods: spinach, mushrooms, walnuts and grape tomatoes, all tossed in a homemade pomegranate vinaigrette.

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Creamy Lemon Pasta With Chicken

If you love risotto but want something quicker, this simple orzo takes half the time. Make it a complete meal by topping the creamy, lemony pasta with chicken.

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Takeout at Home: Shrimp Fried Rice

Boasting all of the flavors you appreciate from take-out fried rice without the extra calories, this healthful recipe is full of snow peas, carrots and tender shrimp.

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Cheesy Baked Penne

Mix three kinds of cheese with an easy homemade tomato sauce for a one-dish baked pasta dish that’s bursting with cheesy goodness.

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Creamy Chocolate Pudding

Food Network Kitchens lightened up a childhood favorite, but kept it extra-chocolatey with a trio of cocoa powder, and semisweet and white chocolate chips.

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Slow cooker macaroni cheese served in a blue bowl.

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Slow Cooker Macaroni and Cheese

When making macaroni and cheese, Trisha Yearwood lets the slow cooker do the work of turning out this creamy, kid-approved dinner.

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Just-Like-Mom's Turkey Meatloaf

Combine lean ground turkey with a tangy mixture of ketchup and Worcestershire sauce, then top the loaf with tomato sauce and sliced onions before baking.

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Broccoli Cheddar Soup

Instead of heavy cream, this lightened-up recipe calls for fat-free evaporated milk to add a smooth, creamy texture to the vegetable-packed soup.

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Stuffed Peppers

Stuffed with lean ground beef and good-for-you lentils, these bright peppers become tender and sweet when baked in the oven.

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Homemade Chicken Fingers

Bake a batch of these cheesy, crunchy-coated chicken fingers for dinner tonight, then freeze uncooked pieces for a go-to meal later.

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Chocolate Swirl Banana Bread

An easy, family-friendly baking project, this chocolate-laced loaf is a top-rated recipe made with tangy buttermilk and two overripe bananas.

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20-Minute Skillet Salmon

Impressive enough to serve to company yet easy enough to make on a weeknight, this light fish supper is flavored with hoisin sauce and garlic.

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Top-Rated Potato Frittata

For an easy, hearty weekend brunch dish, try this five-star frittata, loaded with fresh zucchini, tender potatoes and queso fresco.

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Ellie Krieger - Roasted Red Pepper and Walnut Dip

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Party-Ready Red Pepper Dip

A quick blend of store-bought roasted red peppers, crunchy walnuts and cayenne pepper is all it takes to turn out this 15-minute dip, best served with crispy pita toasts.

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Spaghetti With Swiss Chard and Pecorino

Made with good-for-you Swiss chard, salty kalamata olives and a splash of white wine, Giada's top-rated pasta is best finished with crunchy pine nuts and Pecorino cheese.

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Chicken and Dumplings

Made with fresh green beans and lean boneless chicken, this comforting soup is studded with bite-sized, lemon-scented dumplings.

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Quick Winter Fruit Salad

After an indulgent New Year's Eve feast, enjoy a bowl of freshness with this colorful salad filled with seasonal fruits like oranges, kiwis and pomegranates.

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