The kids are back in school and the schedules and time crunch is back!

We need meals that are nourishing and delicious, but also hassle-free. That’s why I LOVE these easy back-to-school night meals. You literally heat, then serve them!

Here are 5 easy ways to make weeknight dinnertime a wonderful experience:

1. Brisket with twice-baked potatoes. The meat is already sliced and sauced. Put it in the oven (the potatoes, too) and voila!
2. Hickory-smoked ham and mashed potatoes with porcini mushrooms. Delicious and different. This meal is a hit!
3. Chicken Spiedini. A new twist on a mealtime favorite – chicken! This Italian dish is so savory your family will devour it. Serve with your favorite noodles.
4. Cold Water Lobster Tails. Did they ace the test? Break out this seafood favorite! You can grill, bake or boil them. Whichever way you choose, it’s simple! Try with creamed spinach.
5. Beef Wellington. Put it in the oven and you have a gourmet meal that is rich and flavorful. Green beans in a mushroom cream sauce are an excellent accompaniment!

May all your school nights be stress free – or at least the ones when you take it easy on yourself and serve these meals!

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It’s the all-important back-to-school time!

Around my house, we like it but then we don’t like it.

We DON’T like it because that means summer is over and colder weather is looming. 🙁

Also? Hectic, hectic schedules. Homework, activities . . .

We DO like it because it’s a new school year full of exciting new beginnings. And the arguing between kids goes way down. We’re simply too busy.

Which gets me to my next subject. DINNER.

That’s always a tough one when we’re going in four different directions at night.

But that’s why I love Bake & Serve Gourmet meals when school starts. Literally, you pop them in the oven and then serve.

Plus, they’re really delicious! One of my all-time faves is Beef Wellington. So, so yummy.

There are lots of other great options like brisket, ham, baby back ribs, etc.

Check ’em out and save yourself some back-to-school headaches! I will be stocking up for sure!

Photo courtesy of KansasCitySteaks.com.