Weeknight Meals

Serve the kebabs with some rice to round out the meal.

This easy-to-make lasagne evolved from a pasta dish that one of us enjoyed on a trip to Portofino, Italy, some 30 years ago. Our version is even quicker, using won ton skins, which cook in a flash. Active time: 30 min Start to finish: 45 min

This rib-sticking soup makes a fine meal, especially with a salad alongside. See how to dice potatoes.

This recipe can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

This satisfying meal in a bowl is also good sprinkled with a touch of grated pecorino Romano or Parmesan cheese.

Bow tie-shaped pasta is mixed with Thai-flavored pesto sauce and tossed with cooked shrimp for a fast, colorful entrée.

Great on its own or served alongside grilled fish, chicken or steak.

This recipe can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Slow-cooked garlic combines with bacon and mushrooms to give this first-course pizza a smoky, woodsy and oh-so-satisfying flavor. Serve a crisp green salad alongside.

Serve as a side dish with enchiladas. The beans can be topped with grated Monterey Jack cheese, then covered to melt.

For a savory and simple dinner, serve this trout with some roasted potatoes and a green salad tossed with pears and crumbled blue cheese.

All the flavors of a downhome barbecue sauce combined in a dry "rub" that won't mask the flavor of the steaks.