Dinner Tonight

Recipes for Fun, Flavorful, Stress-Free Meals

When time is short, America’s Test Kitchen’s guide to streamlined weeknight cooking meets you in the moment, with great meals that don’t require a ton of work and that bring new flavors to the table. No matter your craving, you’ll find a dinner that fits the bill—ready in 45 minutes and with easy cleanup. That could be hearty Yogurt-Tahini Chicken Salad with Preserved Lemon; toothsome, umami-rich Chili Crisp Noodles; or a quick but deeply comforting Spicy Tomato Soup with Tortellini and Sausage. If you’re looking to eat more home-cooked meals, want expertly tested recipes, and have high standards for what makes a great weeknight dinner, look no further than Dinner Tonight for inspiration.

"The book is a treasure for its endless kitchen wisdom, heart-filled recipes, and deep-rooted respect for all the generations that came before."

— Epicurious

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Flexible Swaps

Say goodbye to “I don’t have that ingredient” stress. Our recipes indicate which swaps make sense and even suggest alternative main ingredients. For instance, that sauce for Murgh Makhani (aka Butter Chicken) is so perfectly spiced, you’ll want to try it with tofu or chickpeas. We show you how.

Comfort-Food Flavors in Low-Key Renditions

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A Simple Citrus Peel

Hold a citrus strip horizontal, pith side facing you, near the surface of your cocktail. Pinch the zest to express oils onto the cocktail and then rub the outer edge of the glass with the peel.

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