If I had a hideaway in Montauk, I'd be hiding there right now. But I don't, so I just pretend I'm by the sea--and these shrimp rolls do a pretty good job of setting the scene. More

Shopping List 1 bottle Charles Shaw merlot: $1.99 to $2.99 6 pieces dark-meat chicken: $2.19 1 large yellow onion: $0.38 1 large carrot: $0.28 Bunch parsley: $0.69 3 strips bacon (pro-rated): $0.99 Pantry items: Garlic, bay leaf, flour Total:... More

Shopping List 3/4 pound squid: $2.99 4-ounce package glass noodles: $1.69 1 red bell pepper: $1.73 1 red onion: $0.45 Bunch cilantro: $0.69 2 limes: $0.50 Pantry items: Sriracha, fish sauce, garlic, vegetable oil Total cost: $8.05 A couple... More

Shopping List 4 skinless, boneless chicken thighs (about 1 pound) - $3.29 1/2 pound green beans - $0.49 1 large cucumber - $0.55 1 lemon - $0.50 Small knob ginger - $0.25 24 ounces vegetable oil - $2.49 Pantry... More

Shopping List 6 plum tomatoes - $2.59 1 zucchini - $0.47 1 yellow squash - $1.04 1 bunch parsley - $0.69 1/2 pound dry spaghetti - $0.65 Pantry items: Extra virgin olive oil, canola oil, garlic, white sugar Total... More

For as long as there have been noodles, the Chinese have been warding off heat stroke by chilling and serving them, with a smattering of slivered goodies, in pools of sesame and chili oils. Admittedly, this version is not strictly faithful to that history—but it doesn't clump, either. More

Shopping List 3 large russet potatoes (about 1 3/4 pounds) - $1.78 16 ounces beef/chicken/vegetable stock - $1.59 4 ounces Gruyère cheese - $3.95 2 heads garlic - $0.70 Pantry items: Flour, butter, olive oil Total cost: $8.02 When... More

The classic Thai dish of ground chicken and basil, with chili, fish sauce, and a touch of sugar is quick and simple to prepare. More

Cornmeal crêpes are a little heartier than French crêpes, much yellower, and taste distinctly tortilla-like even while retaining the pliant texture of the classic crêpe. More

This roast chicken recipe from Thomas Keller is easy to make and comes out perfect. Put it on a bed of bacon-y winter greens and drizzle with sweet-and-sour pomegranate jus for an elegant and inexpensive Valentine's Day supper. More