30 Minute Meals - Season 5
1 - Poker Night
Air Date: March 21, 2004
Clams Casino Royale; Shrimp Dean Martinis; Spicy Chicken Cigars
2 - After Hours
Air Date: March 28, 2004
Herb and Egg Scramble With Garlic Toast and Sliced Tomatoes; Oven Home Fries With Peppers and Onions
3 - Easter Feast
Air Date: April 3, 2004
A classic Easter meal that you can eat all year long. Egg Pasta Frittata; Ham Steaks; Peas And Carrots Spring Salad; Coco-Nut Caramel Chews.
4 - Supper Express
Air Date: April 4, 2004
Rachael whips up a fast meal to show you it can be done. Linguini With White Clam Sauce, Beans And Greens Salad.
5 - Taste of Spring
Air Date: April 10, 2004
A meal that'll make it feel like Spring all year long. Lambchops With An Arugula Dipping Sauce; Primavera Orzo; Sorbet Eggs.
6 - Now and Then
Air Date: April 11, 2004
A meal from yesteryear that tastes even better today. Retro-Metro Fancy Tuna Casserole, Iceberg Lettuce Salad With Tangy Tomato-Tarragon ""French"" Dressing.
7 - 30-Minute Passport to Quebec
Air Date: April 13, 2004
Travel to Quebec through your taste buds. French Onion Tartlets, Crispy Duck Salad With Bitter Orange Vinaigrette.
8 - 30 Minutes to Say You're Sorry
Air Date: April 17, 2004
There's no better way to apologize than with a great meal. Pate Bites And Herb Brie Board, Chicken In Tarragon Cream Sauce, White And Wild Rice With Walnuts, Triple Chocolate Parfaits.
9 - Unlocking the Host in You
Air Date: April 18, 2004
A meal to take the fear out of entertaining. Black Bean Salsa With Exotic Fruit And Vegetable Chips, Cuban-Spiced Pork Tenderloin And Soffrito Rice, Mixed Sorbets.
10 - From Russia With Love
Air Date: April 20, 2004
A meal straight from Russia in 30 minutes. Beef Strogonoff; Radish, Apple And Onion Salad.
11 - Dinner Theater
Air Date: April 24, 2004
Turn your living room into a screening room with this movie-friendly meal. Veggie And Bread Sticks With Groovy Green Goddess Dip; Chicken Cacciatore Subs; Alfredo's Popcorn.
12 - Accessible Elegance
Air Date: April 25, 2004
A fancy and classy meal is only 30 minutes away! Crab Stuffed Portabellas, Citrus-Mustard Dressed Greens, Trifle Cake.
13 - He-Man Helpings
Air Date: April 27, 2004
A meal to satisfy even the hungriest mouths. John's Polish Stir Fry, Pierogies Pot Stickers With Herbs And Sour Cream
14 - Destination: Couch
Air Date: May 1, 2004
A meal for those nights when it's just you, the couch, and the remote control. Super Stuffed French Bread Pizza Rustica, Chips And Veggies With Sun Dried Tomato Dip.
15 - Rainy Day Relief
Air Date: May 2, 2004
A meal to keep you cozy on a rainy day. Sausage, Beans And Broccoli Rabes Soup, Italian Grilled Cheese -N- Tomato Sandwiches.
16 - Beach Body in 30
Air Date: May 8, 2004
A meal to help you shed those winter pounds. Fruit Soup with Cantaloupe and Kiwi, Beef and Broccoli Salad.
17 - Check Your Carbs
Air Date: May 9, 2004
A meal that's low in carbs but high in flavor. Paco's Fish Tacos In Lettuce Wraps, Guacamole Salad, Mexican Zucchini Oven Fries.
18 - Leave Your Carbs at the Door
Air Date: May 16, 2004
Stay true to your low-carbs diet. Cacio E Pepe Spaghetti Squash, Pork Chops With Sweet and Hot Peppers, Wilted Spinach with Garlic Chips.
19 - 30-Minute Picnic
Air Date: May 22, 2004
A meal that you can pack up in a hurry or eat right at home. Tuna and Artichoke Stuffed Tomatoes, Red Pepper, Feta and Chick Pea Stuffed Zucchini, Nut and Brown Sugar Stuffed Macintosh Apples.
20 - Quick & Easy
Air Date: May 23, 2004
A meal that's so simple and fast, anyone can do it. Smoky Sirloin Stew With Watercress Dumplings; Hot Spiked Cider
21 - Open House
Air Date: May 30, 2004
A meal to show the neighborhood you're here to stay. Filet Of Beef Steaks With Horseradish Sauce, Buttered Beets And Peas With Onions.
22 - Endless Summer
Air Date: May 30, 2004
A meal that tastes like summer all year long. Oil And Vinegar Slaw, Devilish Chili-Cheese Dogs, Summer-Ish Succotash Salad
23 - Raising The Bar-B-Que
Air Date: June 5, 2004
Taking the all-day aspect out of great barbecue. Grilled Green Quesadillas With Brie And Herbs; Barbecued Salmon With Grilled Romaine and Citrus Vinaigrette.
24 - 30-Minute Versatility
Air Date: June 15, 2004
Rachael whips up a meal that's easy enough for everyday eating but impressive enough for a last minute dinner party. Baked Fish with Tomatoes, Wine, Parsley and Angel Hair Pasta; Green Beans with Onions; Rhum Baba Tart.
25 - 30-Minute Wedding Bruch
Air Date: June 19, 2004
An easy plan for the second most important meal of your wedding. Crunchy Vanilla-Almond French Toast With Fancy Fruit Topping; Sweet N' Smoky Bacon; Mimosas.
26 - Rays' Eye For The Hungry Guy
Air Date: June 20, 2004
Rachael intervenes for viewers who need a meal overhaul. Big Mussels With Garlic And Vermouth; Steak Pizzaola With The Works; Romaine Salad With Blue Cheese Vinaigrette.
27 - Hesitant Host
Air Date: June 22, 2004
Rachael turns even the shyest chef into the host with the most with this easy crowd-pleasing meal. Oven-Poached Salmon with a Cucumber Relish; Broccoli Rice; Angel Food Cake with Mixed Berries and Sauce.
28 - Open All Night
Air Date: June 26, 2004
Food to satisfy your late night cravings. Super-Stuffed Monte Cristo Sandwiches; Yogurt Crunch Parfaits.
29 - Dinner and A Song
Air Date: June 27, 2004
A meal to chill out with as you listen to some tunes with your friends. Vinyl Pizza, ""Pop-Sta"" Pasta Bar.
30 - Burger Time
Air Date: July 3, 2004
Rachael spices up the classic burger. Southwest Turkey Burgers; Spicy-Onion Rings.
31 - Entertaining Maximizers
Air Date: July 4, 2004
Rachael shares a few simple tips that'll send you on your way to easy entertaining. Jumbo Shrimp Wrapped with Arugula and Prosciutto; Pita-Sa-La- Dip; Roasted Red Pepper Hummus with Crudite.
32 - Steak Amplified
Air Date: July 10, 2004
Rachael makes steak meal and some awesome sides to go with it. Peeper Steak; Rice Pilaf with Mushrooms; Simple Mixed Salad with ""House"" Dressing
33 - Low-Carb, Not No-Carb
Air Date: July 11, 2004
Rachael demonstrates that it's just as easy to whip up a low-carb feast all on your own. Bacon Wrapped Shrimp and Scallops; Barbecued Chinese Chicken Lettuce Wraps
34 - Midsummer Mixer
Air Date: July 17, 2004
How to cook for a hungry summer crowd. Gutsy Red Pepper Gazpacho; Sugared Sirloins With Jalapeno-Lime Corn On The Cob; Angel Food Cake With Berries and Whipped Cream
35 - Mellow Out in 30
Air Date: July 18, 2004
Rachael makes a low-carb meal that'll leave you satisfied. Mini Cheeseburger Salad with Yellow Mustard Dressing; Haricots Frites.
36 - Chicken 365
Air Date: July 24, 2004
A whole new way to look at chicken. Cordon Bleu Chicken Burgers, Herbes De Provence Red Potato Oven Fries, Five-Minute Pro-Quick-Erols.
37 - Fittin' In
Air Date: July 25, 2004
Rachael makes a healthy, sensible and satisfying meal for the dieters out there. Blackened Chicken Pizza with Yellow Tomato Salsa; Lowfat Ranch Dressing over Chopped Salad; Monkey Chunky Shakes
38 - 30-Minute Surf and Turf
Air Date: July 31, 2004
Rachael makes a fun new take on surf 'n turf. Bacon Wrapped Asparagus Bundles; Sirloin Burgers on a Bed of Lettuce with Grilled Shrimp and Horseradish Chili Sauce.
39 - Kickin' Out the Carbs
Air Date: August 1, 2004
Rachael makes a low-carb meal with lots of flavor. Lamb Mini Burger on Mixed Salad with Fennel; Ham and Cheese Cucumber Snackers.
40 - Quick & Cool
Air Date: August 7, 2004
Rachael makes some quick and easy recipes that'll keep you and your kitchen nice and cool. Turkey Club Salad with Avocado Dressing; Easy Cheesy Snack; Frothy-Chilly Fruit Smoothies
41 - Results Guaranteed
Air Date: August 8, 2004
Rachael makes a meal with guaranteed results. Marinated Grilled Flank Steak; BLT Smashed Potatoes; Garlicky Broccolini
42 - To Busy To Cook?
Air Date: August 14, 2004
Rachael makes a simple meal for people who are too busy to cook. Mexican Lasagna; Fruit and Vegetable Salad with a Chili Vinaigrette
43 - Kitchen Survivor
Air Date: August 15, 2004
Rachael creates a brand new dinner menu that's gonna bring your meals back to life with gusto! Chicken, Chorizo and Tortilla Soup; Pecan Pie Sundaes
44 - Give 'Em a Break
Air Date: August 22, 2004
Rachael shows you how to make a satisfying meal for tired chef in your life. What a face! Open Faced Hot Turkey Sammies; Sausage Stuffing; Gravy; Warm Apple-Cranberry Sauce; Smashed Potatoes with Bacon.
45 - The Heat Is On
Air Date: August 21, 2004
A meal for those of you who like it HOT. Turkey Chipotle Chili With Pepper Jack Cheese Corn Cake Toppers; Cranberry Frozen Margaritas; Mexican ""Fried"" Ice Cream.
46 - Home Improvement
Air Date: August 29, 2004
Rachael shows you how to makeover your menu. Italian Mini Meat Loaves with Mac and Three Cheeses; Seared Greens with Red Onion and Vinegar.
47 - Turbo Classics
Air Date: August 30, 2004
Rachael uses a few well-placed short cuts to get all day flavor without spending the day in the kitchen! Garlic Roast Chicken with Rosemary and Lemon; Pesto Mashed Potatoes; Sweet Bitter Greens with Gorgonzola Dressing.
48 - Breakfast, Lunch or Dinner
Air Date: September 4, 2004
Rachael makes a versatile meal you'll be eating morning, noon, and night. Green Ranch Hand Eggs; Mexican Coffee.
49 - 30-Minute New Beginnings
Air Date: September 5, 2004
Rachael makes a low-carb dinner. Stuffed Pork Chops with Sausage and Apricots; Sauteed Yellow Squash; Baked Beets
50 - To The Max
Air Date: September 11, 2004
Rachael makes a rib-sticking meal with maximum flavor. SKIRT STEAK LACED WITH BLUE CHEESE BUTTER; SHERRY CHERRY TOMATOES; ROASTED ASPARAGUS TIPS
51 - Long Live the King
Air Date: September 12, 2004
Rachael whips up a classic meal in a flash. CHICKEN A LA KING; ICEBERGS IN RUSSIA SALAD
52 - The Best of the Boot
Air Date: September 18, 2004
Rachael makes the best of the boot. VEAL CHOPS WITH PEPPERS; BUCATINI ALL' AMATRICIANA
53 - Big Flavor Brunch
Air Date: September 19, 2004
Rachael makes a flavorful brunch for you to invite the gang over and enjoy. Pasta Salad with Lemon-Pesto Dressing; Sweet Italian Sausage Patties; Birds in a Nest.
54 - Now That's A Sandwich!
Air Date: September 25, 2004
Rachael makes a super sandwich with all kinds of hot and delicious stuff spilling out of the middle. SUPER EGGPLANT SUBS; SPINACH ARTICHOKE PASTA SALAD
55 - Meal Therapy
Air Date: September 27, 2004
A simple straightforward meal for a relaxing night at home. minestrone alla genovese - vegetable and bean soup with pesto; panini con rucola e prosciutto - sandwiches with arugula and ham.
56 - Dishes Are A Drag
Air Date: September 28, 2004
A meal that's easy to east and even easier to clean up. Latin chicken and rice pot olive and pepper salsa; avocado and garlic sour cream.
57 - Breakfast Makeover
Air Date: September 29, 2004
Rachael adds a kick to your usual humdrum breakfasts. black pepper and asiago scones; salami scrambles; pink sunrise cocktails.