Ten Dollar Dinners with Melissa d'Arabian

Melissa serves an elegant seafood meal without splurging on cost. Her Pasta alla Pescatore with flounder and shrimp takes center stage, with Romaine Salad as a satisfying side. Orange Chocolate Lava Cakes are the grand finale.

Melissa has a tailgate menu to satisfy the hungry masses without breaking a sweat or the budget. She serves Grilled Spicy Sausages, Yellow Cakes in a Jar With Chocolate Ganache and Ginger Lemonade to wash it all down.

Melissa d'Arabian serves up the flavors of New Orleans with her shrimp and tilapia Po' Boys, a refreshing Mint and Celery Salad and Easy Coffee Pudding for dessert.

Melissa d'Arabian takes grilling beyond burgers with a light fish menu. Her Citrus Tilapia "En Papillote" is delicate tilapia grilled in foil packets, served on a bed of baby spinach and topped with Grilled Summer Relish.

Melissa d'Arabian cooks up restaurant-worthy Italian-American recipes with an eye toward her budget.

Melissa d'Arabian makes a crowd-pleasing Southern meal that stays pleasingly under budget. BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwiches are the stars with a side of Sweet Potato and Bacon Tots and creamy Caramelized Banana Shakes.

Melissa d'Arabian whips up a comforting soup and sandwich menu in a matter of minutes.

Melissa d'Arabian cooks a weekend brunch menu with two enthusiastic helpers: her daughters. The menu includes Chocolate-Chocolate-Veggie Pancakes and Baked Eggs With Chorizo and Cream.

Melissa d'Arabian draws on California's famous pan-Asian and Mexican cuisines for an affordable fusion meal.

Melissa prepares a refreshing Greek-inspired meal that is simple and affordable. She makes a satisfying Greek Salad With Roasted Salmon and a light Mocha Granita for dessert.

Melissa d'Arabian shares some of her favorite recipes from her childhood in Tucson, including Arroz Con Pollo and Applesauce Empanadas.

Melissa makes a meal inspired by appetizers. Bowls of chilled White Gazpacho, Spicy Turkey Lollipops with a raspberry glaze, warm Blue Cheese Fondue and Crispy Fried Celery Sticks will fill you up without draining your wallet.

Melissa d'Arabian serves up the craveable flavors of restaurant-style fajitas on a budget-friendly bill.