Top 5 Weeknight Dinners That Don't Feel Like Surrender

Fast meals that still feel like a choice.

1. 1

   Spaghetti aglio, olio e peperoncino

   Garlic, chili, good olive oil and a splash of pasta water. Pantry cooking at its best.

2. 2

   Lemon roast chicken thighs

   Crispy skin, hands-off oven time, one tray to wash.

3. 3

   Leftover fried rice

   Day-old rice, an egg and whatever is in the fridge. Better than takeaway.

4. 4

   Grilled cheese and tomato soup

   Ten minutes, zero thought, full comfort.

5. 5

   Eggs on toast with something green

   Soft eggs, buttered toast, a handful of greens. Dinner, honestly.