Welcome, frand. You’re in for another delightful week of Main Day Meals.

SHORT ON TIME: For your Main Day, skip making your own pita chips and buy some. You can also skip chopping your own cabbage, although you should purchase three bags of slaw mix to make sure you have enough for all the recipes.

SAVING VEGGIES: Looking to save those limp vegetables like asparagus and celery from the brink of the compost bin? Begin by trimming the ends to freshen up their ability to take in water. Then, submerge the veggies root-end down into a bowl of ice-cold water. The icy dip rehydrates the cells and brings back their natural crispness, so let them soak for anywhere from 10 minutes to an hour depending on their level of limpidity. Once they've regained their snap and vigor, drain them, pat dry, and they're ready to grace your plate again.

Enjoy the (delicious) journey this week!