Rachael Ray Brings Back '30 Minute Meals': Your Quick Cooking Savior Is Here!

Richard April 17, 2025

Let’s face it—we’ve all had those moments when we’re staring at the clock, wondering what to do with that extra half hour we somehow managed to find. If you're anything like me, you want to fill that time with something productive, maybe even fun. Well, here’s some great news for you: Rachael Ray is back with her beloved Food Network series, 30 Minute Meals. In a recent Instagram post, the 50-year-old chef shared the buzz with her fans on January 25, revealing that the show will feature at least 30 new episodes. And guess what? She's already written the scripts for half of them. Sounds like a plan to me!

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I couldn’t be more excited: #30MinuteMeals is coming back! We’re bringing you new recipes and new ideas. Keep an eye on @foodnetwork for more updates about the show and tag a friend who’s just as excited as you are!
A post shared by Rachael Ray (@rachaelray) on Jan 25, 2019 at 8:01am PST
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For those who may not remember, the original show aired from 2001 to 2012. It was all about Rachael's signature introduction: "Hi there, I’m Rachael Ray and I make 30-minute meals. Now that means in the time it takes you to watch this program, I will have made a delicious and healthy meal from start to finish." Simple, right? And that’s exactly how you can make the most of those precious half-hour slots in your day. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a kitchen novice, Rachael’s got your back.

Rachael Ray's Excitement Knows No Bounds

In her announcement, Rachael expressed her sheer excitement: “I couldn’t be more thrilled to bring 30 Minute Meals to a new generation of fans. This time, we're really proving that these meals can be cooked in 30 minutes or less. Plus, our show will now be part of Food Network's on-demand offerings. So, you know what that means? You can binge-watch your meals whenever you want. Talk about convenience!” Sounds like a dream come true for all the home cooks out there.

What the Experts Are Saying

Courtney White, President of Food Network, couldn’t agree more. In her statement, she said, “Rachael Ray is a culinary firebrand. Her success spans across television shows, magazines, books, live events, and philanthropy, not to mention her thriving businesses. Her time-saving and creative ideas for cooking delicious meals at home cater perfectly to home cooks of all levels. And let’s not forget her infectious energy and enthusiasm, which make viewers feel like they're right there cooking alongside her in the kitchen.” Sounds like a recipe for success, doesn’t it?

What’s Coming Up?

The show, which will be accompanied by a digital companion series offering additional cooking tips, is set to premiere on April 1, 2019. If everything goes according to plan, there will be a new episode every day for 30 consecutive days. Can you imagine the culinary masterpieces we’ll be creating in just a month? It’s going to be epic!