01of 21MONDAYHector SanchezA homemade kale pesto gives this refreshingly light Caprese Pizza a healthy boost…so go ahead, have another slice. Get the recipeHERE.

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Hector Sanchez

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A homemade kale pesto gives this refreshingly light Caprese Pizza a healthy boost…so go ahead, have another slice. Get the recipeHERE.

02of 21TUESDAYHector SanchezWhen it comes to Taco Tuesday, Rick Bayless is our go-to guy. His chicken taco recipe calls for a homemade green adobo sauce that brings the heat in a serious way. Get the recipeHERE.

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When it comes to Taco Tuesday, Rick Bayless is our go-to guy. His chicken taco recipe calls for a homemade green adobo sauce that brings the heat in a serious way. Get the recipeHERE.

03of 21WEDNESDAYJoseph De LeoThese grilled shrimp from Marcus Samuelsson are packed with asian flavors like ginger, scallions, soy sauce and cilantro — and they take under 5 minutes to cook up. Get the recipeHERE.

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WEDNESDAY

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These grilled shrimp from Marcus Samuelsson are packed with asian flavors like ginger, scallions, soy sauce and cilantro — and they take under 5 minutes to cook up. Get the recipeHERE.

04of 21THURSDAYHector SanchezMake your own takeout with these Peanut Chicken & Soba Noodles from Food Network star Sunny Anderson. Pro tip: The leftovers are just as good cold the next day. Get the recipeHERE.

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Make your own takeout with these Peanut Chicken & Soba Noodles from Food Network star Sunny Anderson. Pro tip: The leftovers are just as good cold the next day. Get the recipeHERE.

05of 21FRIDAYVictor ProtasioCacio e Pepe is just a fancy Italian way of saying cheesy noodles with lots of black pepper. This ultra-buttery version from NYC hot spot Upland is perfect end-of-the-week comfort food. Get the recipeHERE.

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Cacio e Pepe is just a fancy Italian way of saying cheesy noodles with lots of black pepper. This ultra-buttery version from NYC hot spot Upland is perfect end-of-the-week comfort food. Get the recipeHERE.

06of 21SATURDAYJoseph De LeoThese Italian-style grilled burgers from Debi Mazar and Gabriele Corcos have parsley and Pecorino Romano mixed into the patties for ultimate flavor — and the topping of provolone cheese, fresh summer tomatoes and sliced avocados never hurt anything either. Get the recipeHERE.

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These Italian-style grilled burgers from Debi Mazar and Gabriele Corcos have parsley and Pecorino Romano mixed into the patties for ultimate flavor — and the topping of provolone cheese, fresh summer tomatoes and sliced avocados never hurt anything either. Get the recipeHERE.

07of 21SUNDAYLinda PuglieseFire up the grill again with these juicy pork chops with a sherry-bacon sauce and crunchy fresh radishes. Get the recipeHERE.

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Fire up the grill again with these juicy pork chops with a sherry-bacon sauce and crunchy fresh radishes. Get the recipeHERE.

08of 21MONDAYCharles MastersSomething about starting off the week just makes us crave breakfast for dinner. This no-fuss veggie omelet feeds a crowd — and it’s Meatless Monday friendly. Get the recipeHERE.

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Something about starting off the week just makes us crave breakfast for dinner. This no-fuss veggie omelet feeds a crowd — and it’s Meatless Monday friendly. Get the recipeHERE.

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10of 21WEDNESDAYIAIN BAGWELLPasta night has never been simpler — or more flavorful — than with this chorizo and tomato spaghetti from Mario Batali. Get the recipeHERE.

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Pasta night has never been simpler — or more flavorful — than with this chorizo and tomato spaghetti from Mario Batali. Get the recipeHERE.

11of 21THURSDAYCelebrate Bastille Day with Curtis Stone’s riff on classic French cassoulet. Instead of the traditional duck, he uses chicken, make it more affordableandweeknight-friendly. Get the recipeHERE.

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Celebrate Bastille Day with Curtis Stone’s riff on classic French cassoulet. Instead of the traditional duck, he uses chicken, make it more affordableandweeknight-friendly. Get the recipeHERE.

12of 21FRIDAYALISON MIKSCHThe end of a long week calls for a simple sandwich supper. This one from Marc Murphy has prosciutto, mozzarella and a homemade roasted garlic pesto that you’re definitely going to want to make an extra batch of. Get the recipeHERE.

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The end of a long week calls for a simple sandwich supper. This one from Marc Murphy has prosciutto, mozzarella and a homemade roasted garlic pesto that you’re definitely going to want to make an extra batch of. Get the recipeHERE.

13of 21SATURDAYIAIN BAGWELLThis salmon with parsley farro is perfect for a fancy date night at home, and only requires 5 ingredients. Get the recipe HERE.

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This salmon with parsley farro is perfect for a fancy date night at home, and only requires 5 ingredients. Get the recipe HERE.

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15of 21MONDAYRAY KACHATORIANCurtis Stone’s Veggie Flatbread SandwichMeatless Monday and sandwich night collide with this healthy way to use up your summer produce. Make an extra batch of the feta-yogurt spread, because you’re gonna be putting it on everything. Get the recipeHERE.

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Curtis Stone’s Veggie Flatbread Sandwich

Meatless Monday and sandwich night collide with this healthy way to use up your summer produce. Make an extra batch of the feta-yogurt spread, because you’re gonna be putting it on everything. Get the recipeHERE.

16of 21TUESDAYGiada de Laurentiis' Italian Antipasto SaladAll the flavors of an antipasto platter in a chilled pasta salad. It’s a great option for a side dish at your weekend barbecue, but works just as well as a fast weeknight dinner. Get the recipeHERE.

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Giada de Laurentiis' Italian Antipasto Salad

All the flavors of an antipasto platter in a chilled pasta salad. It’s a great option for a side dish at your weekend barbecue, but works just as well as a fast weeknight dinner. Get the recipeHERE.

17of 21WEDNESDAYKana OkadaBill & Giuliana Rancic’s Rosemary Chicken SkewersFire up the grill! Using rosemary stems in place of traditional wooden skewers provides flavorandfunction. Get the recipeHERE.

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Bill & Giuliana Rancic’s Rosemary Chicken Skewers

Fire up the grill! Using rosemary stems in place of traditional wooden skewers provides flavorandfunction. Get the recipeHERE.

18of 21THURSDAYVictor ProtasioSammy Hagar’s Spicy Tequila ShrimpIt’s almost the weekend, so time to bring out the booze. This marinade packs a ton of flavor and the shrimp cook up in minutes. Just add pasta or rice for an even heartier meal! Get the recipeHERE.

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Sammy Hagar’s Spicy Tequila Shrimp

It’s almost the weekend, so time to bring out the booze. This marinade packs a ton of flavor and the shrimp cook up in minutes. Just add pasta or rice for an even heartier meal! Get the recipeHERE.

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Sweet Chick’s Tea-Brined Fried Chicken

20of 21SATURDAYHector SanchezSpike Medelsohn’s Grilled Lamb Chops with Lemon CremaSkip going out and make a fancy meal at home instead. The juicy meat cooks up in under 10 minutes, and the zesty crema cuts the richness in a perfect way. Get the recipeHERE.

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Meal Planner Lamb Chops

Spike Medelsohn’s Grilled Lamb Chops with Lemon Crema

Skip going out and make a fancy meal at home instead. The juicy meat cooks up in under 10 minutes, and the zesty crema cuts the richness in a perfect way. Get the recipeHERE.

21of 21SUNDAYIain BagwellJoy Bauer’s Slow Cooker Chicken EnchiladasSlow cook your way to a healthy Sunday supper with this lightened-up Mexican dish. Get the recipeHERE.

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Iain Bagwell

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Joy Bauer’s Slow Cooker Chicken Enchiladas

Slow cook your way to a healthy Sunday supper with this lightened-up Mexican dish. Get the recipeHERE.

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