Weeknight Meals
Garlic Shrimp
Gambas al Ajillo
Burgers with Mozzarella and Spinach-Arugula Pesto
The pesto is also great on portobello mushroom burgers, chicken burgers, and turkey burgers.
Pancetta, Mizuna, and Tomato Sandwiches with Green Garlic Aïoli
If you can't find green garlic, just blanch a regular garlic clove in boiling water for two minutes to soften its bite.
Pecan- and Panko-Crusted Chicken Breasts
Look for the panko at Asian markets and in the Asian foods section of some supermarkets.
Grilled Leg of Lamb with Curly Endive and Romaine
Ask the butcher to butterfly the lamb.
Mint-Marinated Shrimp with Tabbouleh, Tomatoes, and Feta
Shrimp transforms a Middle Eastern salad into a light yet satisfying main course.
Asian Noodle Salad with Eggplant, Sugar Snap Peas, and Lime Dressing
For a heartier dish, add sliced grilled steak or chicken. Hoisin sauce can be found in the Asian foods section of many supermarkets and at Asian markets.
Corn and Crab Soup with Crispy Tortilla Strips
Look for ancho chile powder in the spice section of supermarkets.
Grilled Sardine Tartines with Onion and Arugula
In French, the term tartine can refer to a buttered slice of bread that's topped with a spread, or an open-faced sandwich, such as the one here. Piment d'Espelette, a dried red pepper from the French Basque region, can be found online at surfasonline.com. If you can't find fresh sardines, use trout or branzino fillets instead.