Dinner Tonight: September 2011

We use panko (Japanese breadcrumbs) in these lightened crab cakes for its crisper, airier texture compared to regular breadcrumbs.
Crab Cakes and Spicy Mustard Sauce Recipe

Our lightened version of a traditional torta packs pork, beans, and veggies between fresh baguette slices for a super sandwich that can feed the whole family.

Seared Pork Tortas Recipe

Lean sirloin steak sits atop a bed of fresh veggies for an easy weeknight main dish salad. Top with crumbles of rich blue cheese to bring out the bold flavors in the homemade vinaigrette.

Barbecue Sirloin and Blue Cheese Salad Recipe

The classic seasonings associated with beef pastrami taste fantastic on this grilled salmon. Allspice is a fairly strong spice, so if you're sensitive to its "burn," use the lesser amount.
Grilled Pastrami-Style Salmon Recipe

A quick five-ingredient sauce tops cheesy homemade burgers to make an easy, delicious dinner in no time.

Cheddar Burgers with Red Onion Jam Recipe

Add Mediterranean flavor to lettuce cups by combining ground chicken with chopped artichoke hearts, oregano, green olives, and fresh mozzarella.
Chicken Lettuce Cups Recipe

Combine a sweet glaze, homemade spice rub, and healthy salmon fillets to create a guest-worthy meal in just 20 minutes.

Maple-Glazed Salmon Recipe

Prosciutto and fresh figs are a classic Italian combination; here they create a sweet-savory sandwich that's simple, yet memorable.

Prosciutto, Fresh Fig, and Manchego Sandwiches Recipe

Ripe, summer tomatoes are juicy and delicious in this 40-minute pasta dish, with no seeding or peeling necessary.

Fresh Tomato, Sausage, and Pecorino Pasta Recipe

Try this 25-minute recipe for a sweet-and-savory spin on stir-fried noodles. The sweet-savory flavor of teriyaki sauce in this Teriyaki Pork and Vegetables with Noodles recipe is a centuries-old mixture of soy sauce and mirin (sweet cooking wine). Over time, Japanese Americans added ginger, brown sugar, pineapple juice, and green onions—elements of the bottled teriyaki sauce Americans know today.

Teriyaki Pork and Vegetables Recipe

Celebrate America with a family-size hoagie that's sure to satisfy.

Our American Hero Recipe

Fresh ingredients pump up this quick-and-easy Meatless Monday dish. For a more dramatic presentation, use multicolored cherry tomatoes. Though we paired this chunky sauce with fettuccine, it would also be nice with short pasta like penne or farfalle.

Pasta with Fresh Tomato-Basil Sauce Recipe

This 5-star Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo, which calls for quick-cooking refrigerated pasta, is a great go-to dish for hectic weeknights.

Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo Recipe

A side of egg noodles complement the fresh lemon and basil flavors of this guest-friendly entree.

Lemon-Basil Chicken with Basil Aioli Recipe

Pepper jelly and aromatic spices give your average pork tenderloin a bold new flavor. Serve with a spinach salad for a complete meal.

Ancho Pork Medallions Recipe

Smoked paprika contrasts nicely with the sweet halibut. If you can't find fresh halibut fillets, substitute snapper or another firm white fish. Plate with herbed Israeli couscous.

Spanish-Style Halibut Recipe

Upgrade sandwich night by serving these hearty mini burgers in pita pockets. Pair with a small salad for a light, simple dinner in minutes.

Moroccan Pita Sandwiches Recipe

Serve thyme-seasoned pork over brown rice to soak up the mushroom sauce, or with instant polenta and Parmesan cheese. This 20-minute recipe is a perfect company-worthy dish.

Herbed Pork with Wild Mushrooms Recipe

An easy four-ingredient dressing brings bright flavor to a dinner salad packed with fresh veggies, herbs, and feta cheese.

Orzo Salad with Chickpeas, Dill, and Lemon Recipe

Serve an Italian favorite for an easy meal in minutes. Pair with a simple starch and a small green salad.

Oven-Fried Chicken Parmesan Recipe

Take ten minutes to create a memorable Asian-style meal that your family will love.

Kung Pao Shrimp Recipe

Ready in about 40 minutes, these easy, Greek-inspired chops are impressive enough for guests.

Pork Stuffed with Feta and Spinach Recipe

Make the most of fall produce like butternut squash and kale in this hearty vegetarian soup. Pasta and beans make it especially filling.

Quick Fall Minestrone Recipe

Pair steaks with a rosemary-tomato bean salad for a 15-minute Italian-inspired dinner.

Steaks with Tuscan-Style Cannellini Salad Recipe

Give this 10-minute salad a delicious twist by adding a smidge of hot sauce to the dressing.

Shrimp Caesar Salad Recipe

Our six-ingredient garlicky pasta recipe shows how simplicity is a virtue. A few pantry staples and fresh, ripe tomatoes are all you need to make this 25-minute meal.

Garlicky Pasta with Fresh Tomatoes and Basil Recipe

This recipe comes together in a flash thanks to store-bought rotisserie chicken. Top the tostadas with a creamy, homemade avocado and sour cream dressing for the finishing touch.
Chicken Tostadas and Avocado Dressing Recipe

Make this low-calorie chili in just 20 minutes for a quick, one-pot supper. Serve with cornbread to complete the meal.

Turkey and Bean Chili Recipe

This tasty salad is perfect for evenings when you're looking for a light meal that can be made quickly. It takes just about 10 minutes to make, or you can prep many of the ingredients in advance to help come together even faster.

Shrimp and White Bean Salad Recipe

This versatile Italian dish goes from stovetop to table in less than 30 minutes. Serve with a simple salad for a filling weeknight meal.

Spaghetti with Sausage and Tomato Sauce Recipe