Weeknight Meals

The new stir-fry oil accented with garlic, ginger and sesame is a terrific way to season main courses. Use fresh vegetables (the cut-up ones at the salad bar work well) or frozen. Rice and watercress salad are fine accompaniments. Drizzle sliced fresh mango and pineapple with honey for a suitable finish.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Purchased tabbouleh spooned onto whole romaine lettuce leaves is ideal with these Mediterranean-inspired sandwiches. Follow with baklava and fresh grapes.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

It is very easy to overcook pork chops. In this recipe,you can first sauté them until brown and then add a little broth to maintain their moisture. Open a bottle of Gamay Beaujolais to have with dinner.

For extra eye appeal, use tricolor pasta in this fresh-from-the-garden salad.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

A delicious twist on clam chowder, this hearty winter soup is full of tender scallops and smoky bacon.

Traditionally used for poaching seafood, court bouillon (French for "quick broth") is an aromatic stock made with vegetables and herbs. Wine, lemon juice, or vinegar is often added. Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

A sophisticated and easy-to-make salad.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.