Ten Dollar Dinners (2009)
Ten Dollar Dinners is a television program hosted by Melissa d'Arabian. It debuted August 9, 2009 at 12:30 PM EST. Melissa d'Arabian is the winner of the fifth season of The Next Food Network Star. The second season of her program premiered in January 2010 on the Food Network. During this season, she received a new kitchen set, which has the set up similar to a home kitchen. The third season of her program premiered in July 2010. In each show, Melissa d'Arabian shows the viewers how to cook up a dinner for four people based on a $10 budget. She shares tips she personally uses to save money while shopping. Each episode has its own theme and usually consists of an appetizer, main course, and dessert. In the beginning of each episode she recites her promise: "Four people, ten bucks, infinite possibilities".
Seasons & Episode
Melissa d'Arabian shares her fun and simple recipes for homemade Falafel, which she serves on a simple salad of lettuce, tomato and cucumber. Her Creamy White Bean Yogurt Sauce is tangy and garlicky, perfect to drizzle over the golden falafel. Couscous Tabouli, packed with fresh herbs, tomatoes and Israeli Couscous, makes a light and zesty side. (Episode: MN0506H) Read more at: http://www.foodnetwork.com/shows/ten-dollar-dinners-with-melissa-darabian/episodes.season-5.html?oc=linkback
Melissa d'Arabian celebrates and reimagines leftovers from a traditional turkey dinner. Turkey Pad Thai comes together in a flash with shredded turkey meat, and is filled with all the sweet-savory flavors in the beloved takeout classic. To drink, Cranberry-Orange Spritzers are crisp and refreshing, and Chocolate Yam Marble Cake is a sweet treat that will leave everyone giving thanks for leftovers. (Episode: MN0507H) Read more at: http://www.foodnetwork.com/shows/ten-dollar-dinners-with-melissa-darabian/episodes.season-5.html?oc=linkback
Melissa d'Arabian transports your taste buds to Morocco, starting with a Chilled Carrot and Cauliflower Soup, aromatic with cumin and lemon zest, and finished with a swirl of yogurt. For the main course, her Chicken Tagine is fall-off-the-bone tender, perfect alongside Melissa's Couscous With Peas and Mint. The meal's low price point is as dreamy as the flavors. (Episode: MN0508H) Read more at: http://www.foodnetwork.com/shows/ten-dollar-dinners-with-melissa-darabian/episodes.season-5.html?oc=linkback
Melissa d'Arabian serves brunch with maximum flavor at minimal cost. Her Velvet Scrambled Eggs with Fresh Herbs are so impossibly tender this is the only recipe you'll ever need. Green Salad with Classic Dijon Vinaigrette brings crisp, bright flavors to the meal, and for something sweet, Melissa stirs up Banana Yogurt and Granola Trifles with homemade granola. (Episode: MN0509H) Read more at: http://www.foodnetwork.com/shows/ten-dollar-dinners-with-melissa-darabian/episodes.season-5.html?oc=linkback
Melissa d'Arabian rolls up flavor-packed Beef Rouladen with first-rate flavor, at an affordable price. To round out the meal, Melissa prepares two delicious sides: tender Braised Cabbage and creamy Mashed Potatoes. (Episode: MN0510H) Read more at: http://www.foodnetwork.com/shows/ten-dollar-dinners-with-melissa-darabian/episodes.season-5.html?oc=linkback
Melissa d'Arabian has a delicious steak dinner that's quick enough for a weeknight, yet impressive enough for company. Her Sliced Sirloin Steak is the center of the menu, with Poblano Pesto to spoon over the top, and Sweet Potato Hash to serve alongside. Non-Alcoholic Sangria is a refreshing way to toast this satisfying meal. (Episode: MN0511H) Read more at: http://www.foodnetwork.com/shows/ten-dollar-dinners-with-melissa-darabian/episodes.season-5.html?oc=linkback
Melissa d'Arabian helps herself to delicious savings with this wallet-friendly holiday menu. Sausage and Apple Stuffed Pork Roast makes an impressive centerpiece, with Salt-Roasted Potatoes and Green Beans With Grainy Mustard shining alongside. Poached Pears With Chocolate Ganache Sauce make a showstopping dessert. (Episode: MN0512H) Read more at: http://www.foodnetwork.com/shows/ten-dollar-dinners-with-melissa-darabian/episodes.season-5.html?oc=linkback
Melissa d'Arabian captures the fresh flavors of the Italian coast, starting with Mascarpone Crostini, topped with creamy cheese and roasted bell peppers or tangy pickled shallots. Fresh Mediterranean Pasta With Salsa Cruda features an uncooked tomato-caper sauce seasoned with a few surprise ingredients. For dessert, Individual Tiramisus will pick you up, not weigh you down. And the meal won't weigh on your wallet, either! (Episode: MN0513H) Read more at: http://www.foodnetwork.com/shows/ten-dollar-dinners-with-melissa-darabian/episodes.season-5.html?oc=linkback