Sunday Strategist: A Week of Healthy Dinners - August 7 - 11

A sprinkling of cornmeal keeps the dough from sticking to the pizza stone and gets the bottom of the crust extra crispy. If you don't have a rectangular pizza stone, use a heavy baking sheet instead. Serve with a green side salad for a winning weeknight combination.

Our Asian stir-fry takes full advantage of bok choy's richly verdant leaves and crunchy core. The sweet-and-sour sauce offers a tangy edge and blast of umami that evokes layers upon layers of flavor.

This dish is a fresh, tasty twist on shrimp and grits. The shrimp mixture takes on bold flavors from Creole seasoning, smoked paprika, thyme, and garlic—making for a robust mixture that’s complemented by the sweetness of the creamed corn. Aim for large shrimp here so the dish feels a little more special; we suggest 16/20 count shrimp or 10/15 count if you want them even bigger.

When you have a bounty of basil, try using the leaves as part of the "lettuce" in salads. Going all basil may be a bit overwhelming, so try combining with other greens, as we’ve done here with arugula.

If you haven't tried halibut yet, this simple recipe is a great place to splurge. The fish is mild with a texture that's just firm enough to do well on the grill. If you can't find it, try sustainably caught flounder or snapper.

We spiked the drink with an herbaceous, citrusy gin that's distilled in small batches in Philadelphia. You can also omit the gin for a refreshing mocktail.