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9 Totally Indulgent Dinners to Make on Cheat Day

Hey, you've earned it

You hit the gym four times this week and packed a mason jar salad every day for lunch. You’ve definitely earned the right to go a little calorie-wild. Here, nine decadent dinners that will make your cheat day worth the splurge.

Gnocchi Macaroni And Cheese

All hail ooey-gooey cheese.

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Frito Pie Burritos

With homemade pico de gallo, of course. 

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Taco Lasagna

In lieu of tomato sauce, there’s salsa.

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French Fry Bourbon Burgers

The ultimate comfort-food merger.

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The Ultimate Breakfast Hotdog

For those nights you feel like brinner. 

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Crispy Smoked Provolone Blats

Mmmm…avocado and bacon.

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Loaded Baked Potato Pizza

Pizza + potatoes = happiness.

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30-minute Creamy Tomato Basil Pasta Bake

Bonus: You can make the whole damn thing in exactly one pot.

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Hot Pepper Garlic Chorizo Cheeseburger

Best served with extra-salty potato chips.

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Freelance Editor

From 2015-2020 Lindsay Champion held the role of Food and Wellness Director. She continues to write for PureWow as a Freelance Editor.