Dinner Lineup: Week 25
Posted: 10/24/2026
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This week’s recipes:
BBQ Crockpot Beef Ribs (10 hours 10 minutes)
Fall-off-the-bone tender ribs with a sticky, caramelized glaze that bubbles under the broiler right before you eat. A smoky paprika and garlic rub does all the seasoning, and the slow cooker handles the rest while you go about your day. It takes 10 minutes of hands-on time for a dinner that tastes like you fussed all afternoon.
Baked Salmon with Creamy Lemon Dill Sauce (20 minutes)
Tender, buttery salmon topped with a cool, tangy sauce full of fresh dill, capers, and lemon. The fish bakes in about 10 minutes, and the sauce can be stirred together days ahead. It’s my favorite kind of weeknight dinner: one that feels a little special with almost no effort.
Parmesan Chicken Meatballs with Cheesy Tomato Orzo (30 minutes)
Golden, crisp-edged meatballs nestled into silky orzo that simmers in a garlicky tomato base and finishes with Parmesan, cheddar, and a splash of cream. The meatballs bake while the orzo cooks, so everything lands on the table at once. This is pure cozy comfort in a bowl.
Kale Waldorf Salad with Sweet and Creamy Dressing (20 minutes)
Crunchy walnuts, crisp apple and celery, juicy grapes, and chewy cranberries all tossed with tender kale in a honey yogurt dressing. It’s no-cook, and it gets even better after sitting for a few minutes. The sweet, fresh crunch is the perfect contrast to sticky ribs or a rich, cheesy orzo.
