Especially with summer on the way, you want fast, kid-friendly meals that are delicious but don't heat up the whole house. Enter: the toaster oven. This tiny appliance can be a huge help when it comes to cooking up a yummy dish in a hurry. We found 10 dishes that are great for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Just because it's convenient doesn't mean it won't still pack a big punch. These recipes deliver tons of flavor without too much effort. Call it a dining win-win.
What's your favorite thing to make in your toaster oven?
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Cinnamon Honey Bananas
Cinnamon Honey Bananas make a delicious breakfast as well as a great way to move those fast-ripening bananas. Kids will think it's a dessert — it's that tasty.
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Baked Eggs
Ideal for breakfast or brunch, you can add your favorite ingredients to make these Baked Eggs. While they're cooking, you can work on getting lunches ready or prepping for your day.
Bruschetta
This Bruschetta makes a lovely light lunch. Serve with slices of mozzarella cheese — either melted or fresh. It's perfect for summer!
Chicken Quesadillas
Either as lunch or dinner, these Chicken Quesadillas are delicious and only take 10 minutes to cook in your toaster oven. Serve with sour cream and guacamole and enjoy!
Tuna Melt
Tuna Melts are the ultimate comfort food — perfect on chilly winter afternoons or as a light dinner on a summer evening. Use the cheese of your choice and your melty meal will be ready in minutes.
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Portabello Burger
If you're craving a Portabello Mushroom Burger but don't feel like firing up the grill, you can make one indoors. This recipe includes a yummy pesto topping to make the most of your fresh basil. Yum!
Pizza Bagels
Pizza Bagels are a favorite afternoon snack or light supper. Kids love them and you can customize them by adding your fave toppings. Inexpensive and easy — who could ask for more?
Pesto Salmon
Heart-smart Pesto Salmon can be prepared in the toaster oven under the broiler in no time. Top it with pesto and your family will think they're dining in a fancy restaurant.
Croque Monsieur
Don't let the fancy French name fool you, the Croque Monsieur is your basic ham and cheese sandwich, except that the cheese is melted both inside and on top of the sandwich. Yum!
Seven-Layer Tostadas
As dinner, the ultimate appetizer, or perfect late-night snack, no one will believe these Seven-Layer Tostadas were prepared in your toaster oven. Kalyn of Kalyn's Kitchen created this recipe that is as delicious as it is colorful. For a heartier dish, bump it up to eight layers and top them with some grilled chicken.
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