The main feature of Real Simple's October issue is a month of easy-to-make dinners, shopping list included. No doubt prepared with the frenzied mother of schoolchildren in mind who has to re-establish the years school routine while still maintain some semblance of order. I've enjoyed quite a few recipe's from Real Simple and decided to try out their month of meals.  A little challenge to me to eat out less and cook more.

I originally meandered my way through these recipes but eventually decided I wanted to try them all.  Check back frequently as I make my way through all 20! 

Best meal to make on short time: Goat Cheese Omelet

Best surprise "wow, this is better than I thought it would be": Tilapia with Peppers and Olives

Best Vegetarian: Ravioli with Apples and Walnuts

Best Meals to make for One or Two people: Spicy Orange-Glazed Drumsticks with Green Beans, Steak with Potato-Parsnip Mash, Pork Chops with Garlicky Broccoli, Chicken with Sweet Potatoes and Onions

Best dishes to remind you of the Fall: Ravioli with Apples and Walnuts, Chicken with Sweet Potatoes and Onions

Best twist on an old classic: Steak with Potato Parsnip Mash

1. Tilapia with Peppers and Olives
2. Beef and Bok Choy Stir-Fry
3. Spicy Orange-Glazed Drumsticks with Green Beans
4. Roasted Pork with Brussels Sprouts and Apricots
5. Spaghetti with Sweet Potatoes and Ricotta
   

1. Pork Chops with Garlicky Broccoli
2. Steak with Potato Parsnip Mash
3. Chicken Posole
4. Goat Cheese Omelet
   
5. Creamy Rice with Roasted Shrimp

1. Chicken with Sweet Potatoes and Onions
2. Meatballs with Sauteed Chard
3. Seared Lamb Chops with Minted Spaghetti Squash
4. Shrimp Pot Pie with Fennel
5. Ravioli with Apples and Walnut

1. Salmon with Lemon-Cilantro Vinaigrette
2. Chicken with Spinach and Mushrooms
3. Quick Beef Tacos
4. Gnocchi with Roasted Cauliflower
5. Sausage and White Bean Casserole