Sometimes quick meals mean judiciously choosing from grocery store shortcut ingredients: namely, this week, premade pizza dough (usually sold near the mozzarella), cooked udon noodles (look for it near the tofu) and peppadew peppers (find them on the deli’s olive bar). Get the shopping list here (ingredients for suggested side dishes not included on the list).
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RecipeSausage and Pepper Calzones
Imagine a cross between pizza and a sausage and pepper sub sandwich, and you get the gist of how good these are. Serve with your favorite marinara sauce for dipping, if you like.
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RecipeFried Egg on Toast with Kale and Pickled Peppers
This open-face sandwich works for supper, thanks to earthy greens, sweet-tart peppers, and nutty cheese.
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RecipeSkillet-Roasted Chicken Thighs with Olives and Rosemary
These crisp-skinned thighs practically beg to be served with potatoes, polenta, or good bread to soak up their tangy, aromatic pan sauce.
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RecipeSpanish Clams with White Beans and Chorizo in Cider Broth
The sweet tang of cider perfectly complements the heat of chorizo. Here, two other Asturian (from northern Spain) specialties—clams and white beans—join in a quick braise that’s wonderfully nuanced in its flavors. -
RecipeSpicy Pan-Fried Noodles with Tofu
Seared tofu is the perfect vehicle to carry the sweet, sour, and savory flavors of this dish. Buying cooked noodles (look for them next to the tofu) saves a step; if you can’t find them, use 8 oz. uncooked and cook them according to package directions.
