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 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