Early September has us cooking with one foot in summer and one in fall — chiles and cider, brothy noodle bowls and brown butter — and this week's picks lean into that whole stretch.

A few faves I keep coming back to:

The rest runs the gamut: Pork Carnitas Tacos for an easy weeknight, Shoyu Beef Ramen and a Clear Beef Broth Rice Noodle Soup for the brothy nights, Pho with Chicken Broth if you want something lighter, El Charro Carne Seca Blanca with poblano, mushroom and plenty of cheese, Bang Bang Crispy Shrimp and Malaysian Popcorn Chicken for the fried-and-snacky camp, Mezzi Rigatoni with Roasted Chicken and Low-Carb Zucchini Carbonara using up the last of the summer squash, Beef Bourguignon with Mushroom Demi for a slow Sunday, and Sesame Seared Ahi Tuna with soy-ginger glaze and creamed corn.

14 ideas below, hope you find some dinner inspo! — Rhys

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