Get Shrimpy
Whatever you're grilling, marinades have a reputation for taking too much time when you're hungry. That's not the case with these shrimp. Just give them a quick 10- to 15-minute soak in citrus juices. Serve the skewers with sticky rice.

Get Corny (and Crabby)
In this soup, everything but the crab simmers for a short time, then half the soup heads for the blender. Once back in the pan, the soup and added crab are reheated for a few minutes. Round out the soup with a watercress salad.

Poacher's Delight
Creamed spinach is one of those old-fashioned, homey dishes, perfect with roast beef. But here it becomes the base for a simple Eggs Florentine. Serve this for brunch or an easy Sunday supper and forget the beef.

Pasta Right Now
The sauce for this rigatoni dish with mushrooms and pancetta has an old-fashioned long-simmered taste, but takes less than 15 minutes to cook. Serve the pasta with an inventive arugula salad with avocado and dried cranberries.

Internally Sauced
A side dish, a sauce and chicken all in one? Yes, a roulade. A roulade makes a beautiful presentation. Slice it in half on a bias or in a few rounds and serve over rice pilaf.

Build Up Your Tartar
Fresh, homemade tartar sauce is a snap to make, and you can tailor it to your tastes. The tartar sauce goes well with this fast shrimp and zucchini dish.

Baked Toast
Baked French toast is a good choice for the holidays when you want a comforting breakfast but don't have a lot of time. Maple syrup cooks right into the bread for a rich flavor, while sugar and spices coax sweetness from the apple slices.

Drink Your Pumpkin
Pumpkin soup with udon noodles make for a good dinner when your soul needs warming. The noodles make the soup hearty, and they soak up the flavor of the pumpkin. They also take only five minutes to heat.

Mac's Not Here
Macaroni and cheese calls for that familiar pasta shape. But who says you can't get creative? Try farfalle and cheese. And instead of serving a green vegetable as a side dish, fold it into the main course.

La Pasta Kabocha
In this recipe, the sweetness of the squash offsets the heat of the spicy Italian sausage. Add a salad dressed with a simple vinaigrette and bread to complete the meal.

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