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30 Minute Meals

TV Show 2001 6.0/10 857 episodes
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Synopsis

30 Minute Meals is a Food Network show hosted by Rachael Ray. Her first of four shows on Food Network debuted in the fall of 2001. The show specializes in convenience cooking for those with little time to cook. The show is recorded live-to-tape, with Ray doing almost all preparation in real time. The show was awarded an Emmy for Best Daytime Service Show in 2006.

A common feature on the program is the creation of new versions of classic dishes, some of which are traditionally slow to cook. Ray focuses on creating meals in less than 30 minutes. Ray has also done two specials with the title Thanksgiving in 60, based around the idea of a one-hour Thanksgiving dinner.

Each episode Ray opens the show by saying "Hi there, I'm Rachael Ray and I make 30-minute meals. Now that means in the time it takes you to watch this program, I will have made a delicious and healthy meal from start to finish."

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Season 2 Episodes

Episode 1 EP 1
Thai It, You'll Like It

Spicy Chicken With Peppers And Basil; Thai Salad With Peanut Dressing; Ice Cream With Toasted Coconut Topping.

Episode 2 EP 2
Greek Tapas

Greek Meatballs; Baked Gigantes Beans; Grilled Shrimp; Greek Salad.

Episode 3 EP 3
Dinner and a Flick

Great Grilled Vegetable Platter; Bruschetta With Tomato And Basil; Fettucine All' Alfredo Con Prosciutto Di Parma.

Episode 4 EP 4
Dinner With My Cajun Daddy

Cajun Oven Fries; Andouille Sausage Burgers; Red Bean Salad.

Episode 5 EP 5
Curry In A Hurry

Eggplant Curry With Toasted Almonds; Spicy Hummus; Lychee Nuts And Pineapple Chunks With Mango Sorbet.

Episode 6 EP 6
Home At 7:30, Cocktail Party at 8!

Caprese Antipasticks; Meat And Cheese Antipasticks; Chicken, Fig And Pancetta Bites; 10-Minute White Pizza.

Episode 7 EP 7
Stove Top Grilling

Israeli Spiced Chicken; Orange And Yellow Tomato Relish; Zucchini With Fresh Mint And Parsley.

Episode 8 EP 8
Punched-Up Brunch

Swiss Chard And Golden Raisins; One-Minute Mary; Ham And Danish Fontina Frittata; Corn Cakes With Walnuts And Sage.

Episode 9 EP 9
Fajita Fiesta

Fajitas With Black Beans And Rice; Margarita Melon Salad.

Episode 10 EP 10
Hungry Man Meal

Sliced Sirloin Smothered In Onions; Roquefort Potato Pie; Spinach Salad With Bacon Dressing.

Episode 11 EP 11
Lifesaver Menus For Busy Lifestyles

Sunset Sangria; Spanish Red Snapper Supper With Tomato And Green Olive Salsa; Green Beans With Toasted Almonds.

Episode 12 EP 12
Cape Cod Supper

Cranberry Bog Turkey Burgers; Corn On The Cob With Chive Butter; Red, White, And Blue Fruit Cups.

Episode 13 EP 13
30 Minutes 'Til Showtime

Chorizo Quesadillas; Crab Cakes With Roasted Red Pepper Sauce; Spicy Chopped Salad.

Episode 14 EP 14
Every Day if Fat Tuesday

Everything Jambalaya; Nanny's Basic Pecan Pralines.

Episode 15 EP 15
A Dozen Roses

Chocolate Cups With Whipped Cream; You-Won't-Be-Single-For-Long"" Vodka Cream Pasta; Hearts Of Romaine, Palm, And Artichoke.

Episode 16 EP 16
Family Fete

Mixed Greens With Romano Cheese Crisps; Emmanuel's Pasta, Peas, Prosciutto, And Onion; Tortoni Sundaes.

Episode 17 EP 17
Breakfast for Dinner

French Toast-Wiches With Quick-Cook Warm Chutney; Green Onion Hash Brown Potatoes; Yogurt And Fruit Parfaits.

Episode 18 EP 18
30-Minute Passport to Vienna

Warm Endive Salad; Veal Schnitzel; Egg Noodles With Mushrooms.

Episode 19 EP 19
High Marks For Low Maintenance

Broccoli Rabe With Lemon And Garlic And Gemelli With Roasted Red Pepper Sauce; Broiled Lamb Chops With Balsamic Reduction; Creme De Menthe …

Episode 20 EP 20
30-Minute Passport to India

Chicken Tikka Kebabs With Charred Tomato Chutney And Warm Flat Bread Potatoes With Cumin; Banana Raita.

Episode 21 EP 21
Last Minute Impressions

Arugula Salad With Shallot Vinaigrette And Costini; Bacon And Egg Coal Miner's Pasta; Escalloped Fruit And Ice Cream.

Episode 22 EP 22
30-Minute Passport To Paris

Forest Spread And Pate Platter With Sliced Baguette; Trout Amandine, Steamed Asparagus And New Potatoes; Fresh Fruits And Dessert Cheeses.

Episode 23 EP 23
30-Minute Passport To Russia

Potatoes And Onions; Chicken Kiev; Red Radish Salad.

Episode 24 EP 24
30-Minute Passport to England

Malt Vinegar Oven Fries; 5-Minute Trifle; Fish Fry; Cucumber Watercress Salad.

Episode 25 EP 25
30-Minute Picnic Picks

Mom's Potato Salad With Pimento And Peas; Double Dipped Spicy Chicken; Carrot Raisin Salad.

Episode 26 EP 26
Cooking For 10 In 30 Minutes

Soft Cheese Board; Balasmic Roast Pork Tenderloin; Roasted Ratatouille; Tortellini With Spinach Walnut Pesto.

Episode 27 EP 27
30-Minute Passport to Venice

Venetian Shrimp And Scallops; Asparagus Wrapped With Prosciutto.

Episode 28 EP 28
Fish On The Fly

Fresh Fennel Slaw Salad; Oven Roasted Cod Crusted With Herbs; Olive Rosemary Crostini.

Episode 29 EP 29
Island Hopping

Grilled Mahi Mahi Steaks With Mango Salsa; Curried Couscous; Pina Colada Sundaes.

Episode 30 EP 30
Fast And Light

Bitter Greens Salad; Sauteed White Beans; Tuna Steak Au Poivre; Citrus Spritzer.

Episode 31 EP 31
Everyday Extraordinary

Lemon Rice Pilaf; Pan Seared Chicken With Tender Leeks; Whatever Your Garden Grows Salad.

Episode 32 EP 32
Family & Company Friendly

A speedy meal with Southwestern flare. Cracked Corn And Cheese Squares; Rio Grande Rub Steaks; Mexican Salad

Episode 33 EP 33
Soul Southing Formula

Quick Chick And Noodle Soup; Mixed Grilled Cheese Sandwiches; Chocolate Cafe Au Lait.

Episode 34 EP 34
Holiday Maneuvers

Cioppino; Green And Red Salad With Fennel; ""Nothin' To Fret About"" Apple Fritters

Episode 35 EP 35
Tuscan Table

""Poor Man's Caviar"" Eggplant Spread; Wild Mushroom Risotto; Tuscan Chicken; Salad Of Young Greens.

Episode 36 EP 36
Big Game House Party

Tex-Mex Pizza Supreme; Chili Mac; Spicy Popcorn

Episode 37 EP 37
Thanksgiving

Turkey Corn Chili; Bean And Vegetable Tostadas; Spanish Coffee; Fudge Sundaes

Episode 38 EP 38
Double Duty Dinners

Chicken Divan; Chicken Tetrazzini.

Episode 39 EP 39
Beats the Box

Macaroni and Cheddar Cheese; Sugar Snap Peas with Onions and Bacon; Apple Crisp

Episode 40 EP 40
Coquering The Drive Through

Thick Cut O-Rings and Spicy Dipping Sauce; Sirloin Burgers with Balsamic Pepper Mayo, Mushrooms & Swiss; Black & White Milk Shake

Episode 41 EP 41
Platter Up

Parmaggiano and Herb Chicken Breast Tenders; Quick Tomato Basil Sauce; Antipasto Salad

Episode 42 EP 42
Lost In Spice

Chicken Curry in a Hurry; Spicy Rice; Luscious Lassi; Spiced Stewed Zucchini

Episode 43 EP 43
To Each Their Own

Tired of trying to please everybody? This meal is the answer. ""Something for Everybody"" Burrito Bar with Black Bean Filling and Chicken a…

Episode 44 EP 44
Multiplying Your Menu

Balsamic Chicken Cutlets Over Spinach Salad with Mushrooms, Bacon and Warm Shallot Dressing; Quick Lemon Cottage Cake; Herb and Goat Cheese…

Episode 45 EP 45
For The Kid In All Of Us

Buffalo Chicken Sandwiches with Blue Cheese Sour Cream Dressing, Celery and Carrot Sticks; Double Stuffed Potatoes With the Works; Orange F…

Episode 46 EP 46
30-Minute Party Light Bites

Quick and easy bites for your next cocktail party. Chick Pea, Roasted Pepper & Rosemary Spread with Flat Breads, Grape Tomatoes & Zucchini;…

Episode 47 EP 47
Get Cozy, It's Cold Outside

Boeuf Bourguignon; Herb Buttered Noodles; Baby Spinach Salad with Thyme & Dijon Vinaigrette; Swiss Cheese Crisps

Episode 48 EP 48
30-Minute Veggie Feast

A 30-minute meal for the vegetarian in your life. Pumpkin & Black Bean Soup; Southwestern Caesar Salad; Smoked Cheddar Quesadillas with Yel…

Episode 49 EP 49
30-Minute Chocolate Blast

This meal is the pathway to a scrumptious chocolate dessert. Mini-Meatball Soup; Grilled 4-Cheese Sandwiches; Chocolate Dipped Bananas

Episode 50 EP 50
Monday Through Sunday Entertaining

Whether you're entertaining during the week or on the weekend, it's the perfect meal for a small crowd. Three Bean Salad; Potato Salad with…

Episode 51 EP 51
Hunger Attack? Victory In 30

When you've got an appetite that just won't quit, this meal will hit the spot. Roquefort Pear & Walnut Toasts; Chicken Paillard on a Bed of…

Episode 52 EP 52
Southern Hospitality Party

A dose of Southern hospitality to go with this classic Southern dinner. Glazed Spiral Ham with Jezebel Sauce; Mashed Sweet Potatoes; Braise…

Episode 53 EP 53
Pleasing a Crowd in 30 Minutes

One Great Gumbo; Shrimp Cocktail with a Quick Remoulade; Green Salad with Red Pepper Relish Dressing

Episode 54 EP 54
A Taste Of The Good Life

Some fresh and fabulous ingredients for your sophisticated cravings. Wild Mushroom Fricasee Over Polenta; Sage Veal Chops; Arugula Salad wi…

Episode 55 EP 55
30-Minute Big Family Dining

When the family is all home, here's a meal that's sure to please. Garlic Green Olive Bread; Rustic Antipasti Platter; Peasant Pasta

Episode 56 EP 56
Picky Eaters Beware

Even the pickiest of eaters won't be able to resist this feast. Marinated No-Mystery Meat; Cheesy Orzo; Balsamic Glazed Vegetables

Episode 57 EP 57
30-Minute Beach Party Blast

Even if you're in your kitchen, this meal will transport you right to the cookout on the beach. Grilled Chicken Breast & Linguisa Sausage; …

Episode 58 EP 58
Exquisitely Simple, Supermarket Fancy

An elegant meal made with everyday supermarket items. Broccolini with Garlic & Asagio; Veal Marsala with Egg Fettucine; Quick Tiramisu

Episode 59 EP 59
30-Minute Finger Food

Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms; Fried Mozzarella Bites; Lemon Balsamic Veggies on Rosemary Skewers

Episode 60 EP 60
Clock and Waistband Friendly

A meal that's easy on time and easy on your waistband too. Pan Seared Shrimp & Scallops; Orzo with Spinach & Tomatoes; Chocolate Sorbet Sun…

Episode 61 EP 61
High-Speed, Low-Cal

Grilled Mahi-Mahi Filets; Asparagus with Orange & Sesame; Star Anise Blackberries with Lemon Sorbet

Episode 62 EP 62
Calculated Cooking

Shorter versions of traditionally long-cooked meals. Grandpa Emmanuel's Baked Artichoke Hearts; Chicken Piccata Pasta Toss; Quick Italian R…

Episode 63 EP 63
Knock 'Em Out in 30

A satisfying meal that'll really knock out your guests. Red Snapper Livornaise; Penne Arugula Walnut Pesto Pasta; Cauliflower with Red, Gre…

Episode 64 EP 64
Dinner Tonight, Lunch Tommorow

Tonight's dinner turns into a brand new meal for tomorrow. Poached Salmon with Dijon Dill Sauce; New Potatoes with Milk; Salmon Cakes with …

Episode 65 EP 65
Philly Feast

A Philadelphia-inspired extravaganza. Supreme Pizza Pasta Salad; Stuffed Cherry Peppers; Cheesesteak Sandwiches

Episode 66 EP 66
30 Minutes With An Attitude

A steak and onions meal with a lot of flare. meal Blue Cheese Walnut Salad with Maple Dressing; Delmonico Steaks with Balsamic Onions; Stea…

Episode 67 EP 67
Fast Track to Family Time

A fast yet delicious meal when the family's good and hungry. My Mama's Braciole; Wilted Spinach with Garlic & Oil; Quick Spumoni with Cherr…

Episode 68 EP 68
Southwest Brunch

Mexican Salad with Tomatoes, Red Onions & Avocado Dressing; Potato & Onion Egg Pie; Green Onion Corn Cakes; Beef & Black Bean Chile

Episode 69 EP 69
30-Minute Passport to Hong-Kong

Noodle Bowls; Baked Spring Rolls with Crab; Ginger Snaps with Orange Sections and Tea

Episode 70 EP 70
30-Minute Passport to Morocco

You don't have to fly to Morocco for this genuine Moroccan feast. Vegetable Cous Cous; Moroccan Lamb Chops; Garlic Chick Peas & Greens

Episode 71 EP 71
30-Minute Passport to Mexico

Rachael heads south of the border for a spicy Mexican meal. Extra Spicy Refried Beans with Lettuce, Tomato & Lime; Cilantro Pimento Rice; C…

Episode 72 EP 72
30-Minute Passport to Spain

Perfect Paella; Spanish Cheeses, Celery Sticks & Olives; White Sangria

Episode 73 EP 73
30 Minutes to the Comfort Zone

There's nothing better than a big ol' plate of comfort food, unless, of course, you can make in 30 minutes. Chicken & Dumplings; Orchard Sa…

Episode 74 EP 74
30 Minutes to Primetime

30 minutes 'til primetime doesn't mean ordering in...make this fabulous meal in under 30 minutes. The Only PIzza You'll Ever Want Again; Ch…

Episode 75 EP 75
No More Take-Out

Sesame Chicken Salad; Special Fried Rice; Spicy Broccoli

Episode 76 EP 76
Potluck Perfection

Show up to any potluck dinner party with this meal and you're sure to be a hit. Asian 5 Spice Barbecued Pork Tenderloins with Mango Citrus …

Episode 77 EP 77
30-Minute Passport to Greece

Spanikopita; Greek Grilled Chicken & Vegetable Salad with Warm Pita for Wrapping; Bakla-Squares & Ice Cream.

Episode 78 EP 78
30-Minute Roadside Classics

Forget the long car ride...you can make a classic rodaside meal without leaving your kitchen. Chicken Fried Steak & Creamed Pan Gravy; Sout…

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