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<item><title>Greek Lemon Chicken and Potatoes (One Skillet, 45 Minutes, Stovetop)</title><link>https://dianeskitchen.com/greek-lemon-chicken-and-potatoes/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://dianeskitchen.com/greek-lemon-chicken-and-potatoes/</guid><pubDate>Thu, 05 Nov 2026 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>The Diane's Kitchen team</dc:creator><category>Sheet-Pan &amp; One-Pot</category><description>Greek lemon chicken and potatoes in one covered skillet in about 45 minutes: boneless thighs browned first, halved baby potatoes tender, and a lemon-garlic pan sauce, no oven.</description><media:content url="https://media.dianeskitchen.com/dianeskitchen/img/greek-lemon-chicken-and-potatoes/greek-lemon-chicken-and-potatoes-example.webp" medium="image"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[This Greek lemon chicken and potatoes takes about 45 minutes, with about 25 of them hands-on, and it all happens in one covered skillet on the stovetop with no oven.

The usual trouble with this dish is potatoes that are still hard when the chicken is done, or a pan that turns watery and bland. Here the boneless thighs are browned first, the halved baby potatoes brown cut side down and then simmer under a lid, the chicken goes back on top to finish, and the lemon juice goes in at the end.]]></content:encoded></item>
<item><title>Loaded Baked Potato Soup (One Pot, 45 Minutes, No Roux)</title><link>https://dianeskitchen.com/loaded-baked-potato-soup/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://dianeskitchen.com/loaded-baked-potato-soup/</guid><pubDate>Wed, 04 Nov 2026 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>The Diane's Kitchen team</dc:creator><category>Soups &amp; Stews</category><description>Loaded baked potato soup in one pot in about 45 minutes: creamy with chunks of potato, cheddar, bacon and chives, thickened with cornstarch instead of a roux.</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[This loaded baked potato soup takes about 45 minutes, with about 20 of them hands-on, and it all happens in one pot with no roux to scorch.

The usual trouble is a soup that turns gluey from too much mashing, or cheese that goes grainy in a hot pot. Here a cornstarch mix thickens it, you mash only about half the potatoes, and the cheese and sour cream go in off the heat.]]></content:encoded></item>
<item><title>Butternut Squash Gratin with Bacon and Gruyere (Make-Ahead Thanksgiving Side)</title><link>https://dianeskitchen.com/butternut-squash-bacon-gruyere-gratin/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://dianeskitchen.com/butternut-squash-bacon-gruyere-gratin/</guid><pubDate>Tue, 03 Nov 2026 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>The Diane's Kitchen team</dc:creator><category>Sides &amp; Salads</category><description>Butternut squash gratin with bacon and gruyere from bagged pre-cut squash: no peeling, one baking dish, about 55 minutes, and it can be assembled a day ahead.</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[This butternut squash gratin takes about 55 minutes, with about 20 of them hands-on, and you never peel a squash because it starts with a bag of pre-cut cubes.

The usual trouble is squash that is still hard in the middle, or a cheese top that sets like a shell. Here the dish bakes covered first so the squash steams tender, then uncovered so the gruyere browns, and a fork tells you when it is done.]]></content:encoded></item>
<item><title>Lower-Sugar Pumpkin Crisp (Easy Thanksgiving Dessert, 55 Minutes)</title><link>https://dianeskitchen.com/pumpkin-crisp/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://dianeskitchen.com/pumpkin-crisp/</guid><pubDate>Mon, 02 Nov 2026 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>The Diane's Kitchen team</dc:creator><category>Lower-Sugar Desserts</category><description>Easy pumpkin crisp with a custard-like pumpkin layer and a buttery oat topping, no pie dough: about 10 g of added sugar per serving, against about 35 g in the usual version.</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[This lower-sugar pumpkin crisp takes about 55 minutes, with 15 of them hands-on, and there is no pie dough to roll.

The usual trouble is a dessert that is very sweet, or a topping that goes soft on a filling that never quite sets. Here the filling uses 1/3 cup of maple syrup, the topping uses only 2 Tbsp of brown sugar and plenty of cold butter so it still crisps, and a thermometer tells you when the center is done.]]></content:encoded></item>
<item><title>One-Pan Cheesy Tomato Smash Pasta (Ground Beef, 35 Minutes)</title><link>https://dianeskitchen.com/one-pan-cheesy-tomato-smash-pasta/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://dianeskitchen.com/one-pan-cheesy-tomato-smash-pasta/</guid><pubDate>Sun, 01 Nov 2026 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>The Diane's Kitchen team</dc:creator><category>Sheet-Pan &amp; One-Pot</category><description>One-pan cheesy tomato smash pasta with ground beef in about 35 minutes: canned tomatoes smashed in the pan, pasta cooked right in the sauce, mozzarella and cheddar stirred in off the heat.</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[This one-pan cheesy tomato smash pasta takes about 35 minutes, with 15 of them hands-on, and the pasta cooks right in the sauce so there is no colander.

The usual trouble with one-pan pasta is a sauce that turns thick and gluey, or a pot that runs dry before the pasta is done. Here the liquid is measured, the canned tomatoes are smashed in the pan, and the cheese goes in off the heat so it melts instead of turning grainy.]]></content:encoded></item>
<item><title>Cinnamon Apples (Easy Stovetop Side, 25 Minutes)</title><link>https://dianeskitchen.com/cinnamon-apples/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://dianeskitchen.com/cinnamon-apples/</guid><pubDate>Sat, 31 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>The Diane's Kitchen team</dc:creator><category>Sides &amp; Salads</category><description>Easy stovetop cinnamon apples in about 25 minutes in one skillet: firm apples, butter, cinnamon and only 2 Tbsp of brown sugar for four apples.</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[These easy stovetop cinnamon apples take about 25 minutes, with 15 of them spent peeling and stirring, and they use one skillet and pantry staples.

The usual trouble is apples that turn to mush, or a sauce that is thin and very sweet. Here the apples are cut thick, start covered, and the sugar goes in late, so you get tender slices in a glossy sauce with less sugar than most versions.]]></content:encoded></item>
<item><title>Lasagna Soup (One Pot, Stovetop)</title><link>https://dianeskitchen.com/lasagna-soup/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://dianeskitchen.com/lasagna-soup/</guid><pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>The Diane's Kitchen team</dc:creator><category>Soups &amp; Stews</category><description>Easy lasagna soup in about 40 minutes in one pot: ground beef, tomatoes and broken lasagna noodles, finished with a ricotta dollop.</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[This easy lasagna soup takes about 40 minutes on the stovetop, with 10 of them spent chopping and stirring, and it all happens in one pot.

The usual trouble is the noodles: they keep drinking the broth until the soup turns into stew, especially the next day. Here the noodles go in for a timed window, the pot comes off the heat a minute early, and there is a simple way to keep leftovers soupy.]]></content:encoded></item>
<item><title>Sheet Pan Sausage and Potatoes (Crispy, One Pan)</title><link>https://dianeskitchen.com/sheet-pan-sausage-and-potatoes/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://dianeskitchen.com/sheet-pan-sausage-and-potatoes/</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>The Diane's Kitchen team</dc:creator><category>Sheet-Pan &amp; One-Pot</category><description>Sheet pan sausage and potatoes in about 42 minutes with 10 minutes of work: the potatoes roast first so they crisp and finish with the sausage.</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[This sheet pan sausage and potatoes dinner takes about 42 minutes, with only 10 of them spent working, and it uses one pan and a handful of everyday ingredients.

Most versions bake everything for the same time, so the potatoes are still hard when the sausage is done, or the crowded pan steams instead of browns. Here the potatoes roast alone for 15 minutes first, then the sausage, onion and pepper join them.]]></content:encoded></item>
<item><title>Tuscan Parmesan Peas (15-Minute Skillet Side)</title><link>https://dianeskitchen.com/tuscan-parmesan-peas/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://dianeskitchen.com/tuscan-parmesan-peas/</guid><pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>The Diane's Kitchen team</dc:creator><category>Sides &amp; Salads</category><description>Tuscan parmesan peas from a bag of frozen peas in one skillet in about 15 minutes, with garlic, lemon, basil and a cheese step that does not clump.</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[These Tuscan parmesan peas turn a bag of frozen peas into a side dish in about 15 minutes, in one skillet, with garlic, lemon, parmesan and basil.

Most parmesan pea recipes have two problems in the comments: the cheese clumps in the hot pan, and the butter burns. Here the peas cook straight from frozen in a mix of olive oil and butter, and the cheese goes in off the heat, so it melts into a light coating instead of a lump.]]></content:encoded></item>
<item><title>Honey Balsamic Roasted Carrots (No Burnt Glaze)</title><link>https://dianeskitchen.com/honey-balsamic-roasted-carrots/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://dianeskitchen.com/honey-balsamic-roasted-carrots/</guid><pubDate>Tue, 27 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>The Diane's Kitchen team</dc:creator><category>Sides &amp; Salads</category><description>Honey balsamic roasted carrots on one sheet pan in 40 minutes, with the glaze added at the end so it never burns.</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[These honey balsamic roasted carrots are the easy Thanksgiving side: one sheet pan, about 40 minutes, and ingredients you probably already have.

Most versions put the glaze on at the start, and the honey burns before the carrots are tender. Here the carrots roast plain first, and a quick stovetop glaze goes on for the last few minutes. It uses 1.5 tablespoons of honey for 2 pounds of carrots and no brown sugar, so it tastes like carrots, not candy. The Diane&#39;s Kitchen team tested this recipe.]]></content:encoded></item>
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