Week Seven: 1 List, 5 Meals

The hardest part of getting homemade meals on the table is the planning. Leave the menu to us–Print our Shopping List and head to the store. In less than an hour, you'll have everything you need to make five delicious dinners. Plan a simple soup supper for a cool night in, a French-inspired favorite for family night, and a delectable fish dinner for entertaining company.

Fifteen minutes is all it takes to make a from-scratch tomato soup that far outshines the canned variety both in flavor and texture. While the soup simmers, make grilled cheese sandwiches in a skillet to round out the meal.

Recipe: Dressed-up Tomato Soup

Cooking in one pan not only saves on clean up, it also adds extra flavor to the menu. Drizzle a shallot dressing over wilted spinach and pan-seared striped bass fillets. Pair with a crisp white wine and serve to last-minute company.

Recipe: Striped Bass with Toasted-Shallot Vinaigrette and Spinach

Serve a simple version of the hearty and rich classic with minimal time spent in the kitchen. No rolling or stuffing required; simply top lightly-breaded chicken tenders with Canadian bacon and Swiss cheese. Pair with steamed broccoli and watch this crowd-pleaser vanish.

Recipe: Easy Skillet Cordon Bleu

Even the smallest kitchen helpers can help prepare this one-dish meal. Let them mix the cheesy ricotta sauce and spread it over the store-bought crust while you chop the remaining ingredients. Top with herbs, spices, and fresh plum tomatoes then bake for about 10 minutes. It's faster than takeout.

Recipe: White Pizza

Feed your hungry crew a six-ingredient meat-and-potatoes feast. This recipe calls for frozen mixed vegetables and refrigerated mashed potatoes, shaving the prep time to about ten minutes and making this dish perfect for post-practice meals or nights when homework is looming.

Recipe: Easy Shepherd's Pie