EVERYDAY FOOD

Season Six Episode Descriptions

#601: Beyond Lasagna

Lasagna is a dish everyone loves. It’s easy to make and satisfying to eat. But there’s more to baked pasta dishes than lasagna. John bakes Sausage and Broccoli Rabe, in a rich tomato sauce with pasta shells and melted mozzarella. Today’s “Have You Tried” ingredient is Fennel. Anna shows how this Mediterranean plant is served as both an herb and a vegetable. It’s so easy to use and great either raw or cooked. Plus it’s got a unique flavor that complements lots of dishes. Sarah captures the flavors of the Mediterranean by baking Chicken and Orzo Pasta with feta cheese and lemon. And on the side, Fennel Salad with Parsley, Parmesan and Lemon. Lucinda layers thinly-sliced potatoes and rigatoni pasta with tomatoes, oregano and cheese for our Tomato, Pasta, and Potato Bake. While that cooks, Lucinda prepares Romaine Hearts with Goat Cheese Dressing. Lasagna-lovers, get ready to meet your new favorite baked pasta dishes, right here on Everyday Food.

#602: One Pot, Zero Fuss

It doesn’t get any easier than one-pot meals! They’re full of flavor and quick and easy, because everything is made in one pot or one pan. Sarah cooks moist and tender Pork Chops with Bacon and Cabbage. She serves that with Fall Salad with Maple Vinaigrette. Lucinda prepares a Three-Cheese Lasagna with homemade sauce — all in one skillet. On the side, Frisée Salad with Brown Sugar-Glazed Bacon. And John makes a Tomatillo Chicken that’s zesty and flavorful. Delicious dinners made with one pot and zero fuss. Only on Everyday Food!

#603: Homerun Recipes

Today we’re cooking some of our favorite American classics. These dishes are the homeruns of American cooking, like Lucinda’s delicious Old-Fashioned Cheeseburgers with the perfect Baked Onion Rings on the side. John prepares individual Chicken Pot Pies and crowns each with a flaky puff pastry crust. And Sarah cooks a Creamy Pasta with Peas that both adults and kids will find delicious. These homerun recipes are simple and satisfying!

#604: Eat Out In

Today, it’s our favorite French-inspired dishes. We’ll show you how easy it is to recreate French bistro classics, right in your own kitchen. Lucinda teaches you one of the most famous French dishes of all: Beef Braised with Red Wine. Sarah creates a Caramelized Onion Tart with Olives using store-bought pizza dough. On the side, Tender Lettuce Salad. And John prepares sweet and buttery Crêpes with Sautéed Bananas and Chocolate. It’s a four-star French menu that you can enjoy right in your own dining room

#605: Great Dishes Under $10

Cooking creative and tasty meals at home doesn’t have to break the bank. Today, we’ve got hearty and delicious dishes that the whole family can enjoy, and each one cost less than ten dollars. John makes a classic Italian-American combination of homemade Meatballs with Garlic Bread on the side. Sarah roasts a whole chicken to create Roast Chicken Tacos with avocado, cilantro and a hint of lime. In today’s “Have You Tried?”: Dried Beans, Anna will show us that dried beans cost much less than canned beans. They’re easy to store and have more protein than meat. And Lucinda prepares a Cajun treat: hearty Red Beans and Spicy Andouille Sausage served with Cornbread. It’s all about budget-friendly dinners on this episode of Everyday Food.

#606: Cheap Cuts

When it comes to cooking meat and poultry, sometimes less is more. Humble cuts like beef brisket, lamb shanks and chicken legs are affordable, and they offer a lot of flavor. Today on Everyday Food, we’ll show you how to turn these cheap cuts into mouthwatering meals. Sarah starts with Apple-Braised Turkey Thighs. On the side: Wilted Spinach with Shallots. Lucinda prepares Red Wine-Braised Beef Brisket and serves it with two side dishes: Herbed Egg Noodles and Carrots with Thyme. And John makes Braised Mediterranean Chicken and Polenta. On this episode of Everyday Food, it’s all about flavorful and affordable cuts of meat that deliver fantastic dinners.

#607: Grocery Bag

Don’t let grocery shopping slow you down! On this episode of Everyday Food, we’ll show you how to make weeknight meals from just one trip to the grocery store. Lucinda prepares an easy dish of Roasted Chicken Thighs and Cauliflower. She also cooks Linguini with Garlic and Breadcrumbs. Sarah makes juicy Pork Chops with Parsnips and Shallots, with an apple-cider glaze. And she’s also got a great Bulgur Salad with Roasted Peppers, Chickpeas and Spinach. John creates a dish worthy of a great steakhouse: flavorful Skirt Steak with Brussels Sprouts and Almonds. Five recipes that start with just a handful of ingredients, but deliver a week’s worth of delicious meals for the entire family, only on Everyday Food!

#608: Hand Held

Hand-held foods are fun for picnics and casual get-togethers. Today on Everyday Food, we’re featuring foods you can hold in your hands. John assembles an authentic Mediterranean dish — Lamb, Tomatoes and Mint Kebabs. On the side, colorful Marinated Zucchini with Mint. Sarah makes Tuna Niçoise Sandwiches and serves them with Tomatoes with Basil Vinaigrette. And Lucinda puts together a delicious Shrimp and Sausage Boil, which includes corn on the cob and potatoes. Roll up your sleeves and get ready to put your hands to work. Some finger-licking food is on the way, today on Everyday Food.

#609: New Ground

Ground meat can be so much more than just hamburger. It’s an inexpensive ingredient, easy to work with, and it can be transformed into many great dishes. We’ve come up with new ways to use ground meat for maximum flavor with minimum fuss. John makes a delicious and hearty Pork Bolognese. On the side, crisp Green Beans with Hazelnuts. Lucinda uses ground beef to create spicy Thai Beef with Chiles and Basil over Coconut Rice. And Sarah combines ground turkey, cremini mushrooms, fontina cheese and leeks for an extraordinary Turkey Meatloaf with Fontina and Mushrooms. Making exciting new dishes with ingredients you already know and love —

that’s Everyday Food!

#610: Chicken Four Ways

Chicken is the most popular meat in the country. Here at Everyday Food, we’ve created four amazing chicken dishes that you just have to try. First up, Sarah makes two amazing chicken dishes — Roast Chicken with Lemon and Fennel. Sarah then prepares a Braised Chicken with Dates that will become a perfect meal for cool weather with a sweet and earthy date sauce. Lucinda lightly fries Chicken Cutlets until they’re a little bit crispy, then tops them with a simple Herb Butter and White Wine Sauce. Anyone who’s watching their diet knows that chicken breasts are healthy. So John assembles a Chicken with Watercress Salad with lemony chicken breasts and peppery watercress and radishes. It’s good for you, but best of all it tastes great. We’ll give you four more reason to love chicken, today on Everyday Food.

#611: Casual Dinner Party

Today, it’s casual dinner-party dishes that will impress your guests any time of year. For the main course, Lucinda prepares a succulent and moist Brandy Ham glazed with brown sugar, mustard and of course, brandy. Wow your family and friends with this side dish: Crisp Potato Roast. You won’t believe how easy it is to make. In today’s “Have You Tried?”: Chorizo, Anna will show how this dry Spanish sausage adds zing to a whole range of dishes, from breakfast to dinner. And it doesn’t even need to be cooked! She will prepare a simple and delicious Pan-Fried Chorizo with Sherry Vinegar that makes the perfect appetizer. Sarah’s Seafood and Chicken Paella has something for everyone: shrimp, mussels, chicken and spicy chorizo, all tucked into a bed of saffron rice. And a great dinner deserves a great dessert. Send your guests home with smiles on their faces by making John’s Warm Chocolate Pudding Cakes with Caramel Sauce. These dishes look fancy, but anyone can make them — they’re Everyday Food!

#612: Flavor Packed

Flavor is the key to making any dish great. And good cooks know there are some tips and tricks for boosting the flavor in food — without overwhelming the dish. Today on Everyday Food, we show you the cook’s secrets. Sarah prepares our first flavor-packed dish: Grilled Pork Chops with Spicy Paste. We like to serve it with a colorful and refreshing salad of Shaved Beets with Orange. John makes a Soy-Marinated Flank Steak that is tender and moist. We serve it with a gorgeous Tomato Salad with Olives and Lemon Zest. Lucinda makes a Brined, Slow-Cooked Turkey Breast that is an easy and foolproof way to juicy and succulent meat. It goes wonderfully with our Corn and Zucchini Sauté with Basil. This show is flavor-packed, and that’s what Everyday Food is all about!

#613: Spring Menu

Certain dishes were made for springtime. On today’s episode of Everyday Food, we’re going to show you how to make three meals that celebrate the flavors of springtime. First, Lucinda wows us with Roasted Salmon with Herbed Yogurt served with a side of Lemony Smashed Potatoes. Then John prepares Garlic-Roasted Leg of Lamb. He serves it with a side of Israeli Couscous with Parsley and Shallots. In today’s “Have You Tried?”: Watercress, Anna will show you how to shop and store this delicious peppery green. And it’s especially perfect for simple salads like our Watercress Salad with Manchego and Orange. And finally, Sarah uses a spring classic — asparagus — in a beautiful Asparagus, Leek and Gruyère Quiche. Seasonal dishes that leave you plenty of time to enjoy the season — that’s Everyday Food!