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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Best Episodes of 30 Minute Meals
Excuse Me, Your Table Is Ready
S4 Ep40
10.0
A restaurant style dinner at home. Gemelli With Tuna And Cherry Tomatoes; Cod With Fennel And Onion; Strawberries With Sugar And Lemon.
30-Minute Blue Plate Special
S4 Ep39
10.0
A TV-dinner style meal. Quick Ginger Peach Cobbler; Salisbury Steak With Wild Mushroom Gravy; Smashed Potatoes With Garlic And Herb Cheese And Chives; Creamed Spinach.
Cheap and Easy Entertaining
S4 Ep2
10.0
Apricot chicken; quick potato and carrot latkes with warm applesauce and sour cream; no-bake strawberry cheesecake.
Meat and Greet
S3 Ep77
10.0
4th Nov 2003
A meaty meal that makes a great first impression. Pasta al Forno; Veal Rolls with Pancetta; Pears with Vanilla Ice Cream and Chocolate Sauce.
Company's Coming
S3 Ep73
10.0
3rd Aug 2003
A quick way to impress company without the mess. Pinwheel Steaks; Ratatouille Veggie Toss; Red Potatoes and Thyme.
Compliments to the Chef
S3 Ep72
10.0
27th Sep 2003
Chicken for Almodovar, Deconstructed Gazpacho & Dressed Up Avocados with Serrano Ham.
30-Minute Roadside Classics
S2 Ep78
10.0
Forget the long car ride...you can make a classic rodaside meal without leaving your kitchen. Chicken Fried Steak & Creamed Pan Gravy; Southern Green Beams & Biscuits; Chocolate Banana Cream Pie.
30-Minute Passport to Greece
S2 Ep77
10.0
2nd Dec 2003
Spanikopita; Greek Grilled Chicken & Vegetable Salad with Warm Pita for Wrapping; Bakla-Squares & Ice Cream.
Potluck Perfection
S2 Ep76
10.0
1st Feb 2003
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 Salsa and Scallion Frankie Wraps
No More Take-Out
S2 Ep75
10.0
6th Jan 2003
Sesame Chicken Salad; Special Fried Rice; Spicy Broccoli
30 Minutes to Primetime
S2 Ep74
10.0
8th Mar 2003
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; Cheesy Popcorn; Ice Cream Sundae Sandwiches; Sweet & Savory Nuts
30 Minutes to the Comfort Zone
S2 Ep73
10.0
1st Mar 2003
There's nothing better than a big ol' plate of comfort food, unless, of course, you can make in 30 minutes. Chicken & Dumplings; Orchard Salad; Gingerbread Cupcakes
30-Minute Passport to Spain
S2 Ep72
10.0
Perfect Paella; Spanish Cheeses, Celery Sticks & Olives; White Sangria
30-Minute Passport to Mexico
S2 Ep71
10.0
Rachael heads south of the border for a spicy Mexican meal. Extra Spicy Refried Beans with Lettuce, Tomato & Lime; Cilantro Pimento Rice; Chicken Enchiladas
30-Minute Passport to Morocco
S2 Ep70
10.0
29th Jan 2003
You don't have to fly to Morocco for this genuine Moroccan feast. Vegetable Cous Cous; Moroccan Lamb Chops; Garlic Chick Peas & Greens
30-Minute Passport to Hong-Kong
S2 Ep69
10.0
Noodle Bowls; Baked Spring Rolls with Crab; Ginger Snaps with Orange Sections and Tea
Southwest Brunch
S2 Ep68
10.0
30th Dec 2002
Mexican Salad with Tomatoes, Red Onions & Avocado Dressing; Potato & Onion Egg Pie; Green Onion Corn Cakes; Beef & Black Bean Chile
Fast Track to Family Time
S2 Ep67
10.0
30th Mar 2003
A fast yet delicious meal when the family's good and hungry. My Mama's Braciole; Wilted Spinach with Garlic & Oil; Quick Spumoni with Cherry Sauce
30 Minutes With An Attitude
S2 Ep66
10.0
29th Mar 2003
A steak and onions meal with a lot of flare. meal Blue Cheese Walnut Salad with Maple Dressing; Delmonico Steaks with Balsamic Onions; Steak Sauce; Oven Steak Fries
Philly Feast
S2 Ep65
10.0
19th Feb 2003
A Philadelphia-inspired extravaganza. Supreme Pizza Pasta Salad; Stuffed Cherry Peppers; Cheesesteak Sandwiches
Dinner Tonight, Lunch Tommorow
S2 Ep64
10.0
Tonight's dinner turns into a brand new meal for tomorrow. Poached Salmon with Dijon Dill Sauce; New Potatoes with Milk; Salmon Cakes with Baby Greens & Spicy Mayo
Knock 'Em Out in 30
S2 Ep63
10.0
A satisfying meal that'll really knock out your guests. Red Snapper Livornaise; Penne Arugula Walnut Pesto Pasta; Cauliflower with Red, Green and Black Confetti
Calculated Cooking
S2 Ep62
10.0
24th Mar 2003
Shorter versions of traditionally long-cooked meals. Grandpa Emmanuel's Baked Artichoke Hearts; Chicken Piccata Pasta Toss; Quick Italian Rum Cake Cups
High-Speed, Low-Cal
S2 Ep61
10.0
Grilled Mahi-Mahi Filets; Asparagus with Orange & Sesame; Star Anise Blackberries with Lemon Sorbet
Clock and Waistband Friendly
S2 Ep60
10.0
A meal that's easy on time and easy on your waistband too. Pan Seared Shrimp & Scallops; Orzo with Spinach & Tomatoes; Chocolate Sorbet Sundaes; Froth-A-Cino
An elegant meal made with everyday supermarket items. Broccolini with Garlic & Asagio; Veal Marsala with Egg Fettucine; Quick Tiramisu
30-Minute Beach Party Blast
S2 Ep57
10.0
Even if you're in your kitchen, this meal will transport you right to the cookout on the beach. Grilled Chicken Breast & Linguisa Sausage; Warm Corn & Tomato Salad; Vicky's Little Neck Clams
Picky Eaters Beware
S2 Ep56
10.0
Even the pickiest of eaters won't be able to resist this feast. Marinated No-Mystery Meat; Cheesy Orzo; Balsamic Glazed Vegetables
30-Minute Big Family Dining
S2 Ep55
10.0
15th Mar 2003
When the family is all home, here's a meal that's sure to please. Garlic Green Olive Bread; Rustic Antipasti Platter; Peasant Pasta
A Taste Of The Good Life
S2 Ep54
10.0
12th Feb 2003
Some fresh and fabulous ingredients for your sophisticated cravings. Wild Mushroom Fricasee Over Polenta; Sage Veal Chops; Arugula Salad with Pear, Blue Cheese & Apricot Vinaigrette
Pleasing a Crowd in 30 Minutes
S2 Ep53
10.0
18th Jan 2003
One Great Gumbo; Shrimp Cocktail with a Quick Remoulade; Green Salad with Red Pepper Relish Dressing
Southern Hospitality Party
S2 Ep52
10.0
A dose of Southern hospitality to go with this classic Southern dinner. Glazed Spiral Ham with Jezebel Sauce; Mashed Sweet Potatoes; Braised Mustard Greens
Hunger Attack? Victory In 30
S2 Ep51
10.0
8th Aug 2003
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 Baby Greens; White Wine Citrus Spritzer
Monday Through Sunday Entertaining
S2 Ep50
10.0
24th Feb 2003
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 Sweet Peppers; Maple Mustard Pork Chops with Grilled Apples
30-Minute Chocolate Blast
S2 Ep49
10.0
This meal is the pathway to a scrumptious chocolate dessert. Mini-Meatball Soup; Grilled 4-Cheese Sandwiches; Chocolate Dipped Bananas
Worst Episodes of 30 Minute Meals
Dinner for Mom
S1 Ep1
4.8
11th May 2002
Jumbo Shrimp With Sage and Pancetta; Potato Watercress Salad; Green Bean Salad With Red Onion and Tomato.
Small Kitchen, Big Flavor
S1 Ep30
6.3
Taco Pockets; So-Mild Salsa
Mid-Week Sunday Dinner
S7 Ep30
7.0
17th Apr 2005
Sunday dinner? it's not just for Sunday anymore. Meatloaf Brasciole; Pasta, Broccolini and Ricotta.
