Weekly Meal Planner: January 8-14, 2011

• Braised Lamb Shanks with Roasted Broccoli and Squash (left)

• Spicy Cilantro Pesto

• Orzo Pilaf with Parmesan

• Feta Cheesecake & Wine-Poached Dates

• Chicken Soup with Rosemary Matzo Balls (left)

• Crisp Pickled Vegetables

• Graham Cracker Pound Cake

• Polenta with Pinto Beans and Roasted Vegetables (left)

• Green Salad with Nutty Vinaigrette

• Roasted Halibut with Vegetables en Papillote (left)

• Rosemary-Roasted Potatoes

• Tangy Lemon-Egg Soup with Tiny Meatballs (left)

• Spinach Salad with Warm Bacon Vinaigrette

• Crusty Bread

Tip: Twist on eggs and bacon. Reserve extra spinach for tomorrow night.

• Lentils with Chicken Sausage (left)

• Baby Spinach Salad with Goat Cheese and Dried Cherries

• Manila Clams with Hot Soppressata and Sweet Vermouth (left)

• Grilled Bread

• Gâteau Basque