Episode Description for: LIDIA'S KITCHEN Season 11

LIDIA'S KITCHEN Season 11

#1101 - Welcome to My Kitchen

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Lidia invites us back into her kitchen where her family, her story…where it all began. She beckons us with a freshly baked Focaccia di Recco, filled with stracchino cheese. Then Olivia Bastianich returns home to make a quick salad matching salty pecorino romano cheese with sweet pears and peppery arugula. Lidia finishes the meal with an easy hearty pasta dish, Rigatoni with Sausage and Cabbage. So pull up a chair and join Lidia in her kitchen because here, it’s always delicious.

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Lidia invites us back into her kitchen where her story began. She beckons us with fresh baked Focaccia di Recco, filled with stracchino cheese. Then Olivia makes a salad with salty pecorino romano cheese, sweet pears and peppery arugula. Lidia finishes the meal with an easy hearty pasta dish, Rigatoni with Sausage & Cabbage. Join Lidia in her kitchen, because here it’s always delicious!

90 Characters:

Lidia cooks Focaccia di Recco, Pecorino & Pear Salad, and Rigatoni with Sausage & Cabbage.

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Let’s make Focaccia di Recco and Sausage & Cabbage Rigatoni

#1102 - Tried & True

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When it comes to a surefire win, you can’t go wrong with barbecue. Of course, in Lidia’s Kitchen, it’s with an Italian twist! To start, an American classic, Four Cheese Baked Macaroni, but this one is packed with asparagus and peas the Lidia way. Then Miles swings by the kitchen to pick up some leftovers, and gets a lesson on making his grandmother’s childhood drink, a Cider Vinegar Spritz. And the star of the meal, a family favorite - Spicy Vinegar Ribs & Potatoes, they are finger-licking good! So tune in and let’s make barbecue classics the Lidia way!

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Today it’s all about barbecue with an Italian twist! An American classic Four Cheese Baked Macaroni is packed with asparagus and peas. Miles swings by and learns how to make Lidia’s childhood drink, Cider Vinegar Spritz. And the star of the meal, a family favorite, Spicy Vinegar Ribs & Potatoes! Tune in and let’s make barbecue classics the Lidia way!

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Lidia cooks Four Cheese Baked Macaroni, Spritzes, and Spicy Vinegar Ribs & Potatoes!

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Let’s make Baked Macaroni, Spritzes and Spicy Vinegar Ribs.

#1103 - Good Friends & Good Food

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The best part about gathering around the table is sharing good food with good company. Today Lidia showcases a menu fit to feed all your friends. Grandson Ethan swings by to help Lidia build the ultimate Italian Cheeseboard. Then she cooks up an easy crowd-pleaser with her Skillet Sausage & Peppers. For a sweet finish, Lidia makes a childhood favorite, St. Joseph’s Zeppole. Fried dough filled with vanilla cream topped with Amarena cherries. So tune in to learn how to entertain with showstopping ease the Lidia way!

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The best part about gathering around the table is sharing good food with good company. Grandson Ethan swings by to help Lidia build the ultimate Italian Cheeseboard. Then she cooks up an easy crowd-pleaser Skillet Sausage & Peppers. For a sweet finish, Lidia makes a childhood favorite, St. Joseph’s Zeppole. So tune in to learn how to entertain with showstopping ease the Lidia way!

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Lidia cooks up an Italian Cheeseboard, Skillet Sausage & Peppers and St. Joseph’s Zeppole.

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Let’s make a Cheeseboard, Sausage & Peppers, and Zeppole

#1104 - Something Special

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Every so often it's nice to treat yourself and your loved ones to something special…and for Lidia and her family, that means lobster night! Everybody likes grilled vegetables, and my Grilled Corn, Zucchini, and Tomato Salad is a fun and impressive way to serve them. Her grandson, Ethan Bastianich, comes over for a lesson in how to Eat Lobster Like Lidia. She then prepares a memory maker, Spicy Lobster Linguine, half the fun is seeing everyone working through the lobster with their hands. She reminds us that there’s nothing better than spoiling your loved ones and yourself!

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It's nice to treat yourself and your loved ones to something special…and for Lidia, that means lobster night! Grilled Corn, Zucchini, and Tomato Salad is a fun and impressive way to serve veggies. Ethan comes over for a lesson on how to Eat Lobster Like Lidia. Then, it’s Spicy Lobster Linguine. Lidia reminds us that there’s nothing better than spoiling your loved ones and yourself!

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Lidia cooks a Grilled Vegetable Salad, Spicy Lobster Linguine and eats lobster with Ethan.

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Let’s make Grilled Vegetable Salad and Lobster Linguine

#1105 - A Meal to Make You Smile

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Lidia always says food is meant to bring joy, and this meal will surely bring a smile to any table. To start, she serves up Radicchio, Endive, Apple and Pecorino with Cheese Toasts. When making this salad, take the time to make the cheese toast, it adds that extra something to an already colorful dish. To complete the meal, Skillet Ricotta Mini-Meat Loaves. These individual portions are dressed in a mushroom sauce to make this family favorite a special treat while cutting the cooktime in half. There’s nothing better than a table full of smiles!

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This meal will bring a smile to any table. Lidia serves up Radicchio, Endive, Apple & Pecorino with Cheese Toasts. The cheese toast adds that extra something to an already colorful dish. To complete the meal, Lidia’s Skillet Ricotta Mini-Meat Loaves, dressed in a mushroom sauce. There’s nothing better than a table full of smiles!

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Lidia cooks a Radicchio Apple Salad with Cheese Toast and Skillet Ricotta Mini-Meat Loaves

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Let’s make a Radicchio Apple Salad & Ricotta Mini-Meat Loaves

#1106 - Something for Everyone

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It's important to Lidia to be inclusive at the dinner table, and cook dishes that meet the dietary restrictions of all - from vegetarian to gluten-free. Today’s show remembers everyone! Lidia prepares Butternut Squash and Cannellini Beans. Each bite boasts a sweetness balanced by the tartness of the balsamic and can be served on toast. Lidia’s granddaughter, Julia Manuali, swings by the kitchen and whips up a quick and easy dessert of Strawberries & Balsamic. And whether you are watching your carbs or gluten-free and longing for spaghetti, Roasted Spaghetti Squash with Spicy Tomato Sauce is the recipe you need! Cook along with Lidia to serve up a meal fit for anyone!

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It's important to be inclusive at the table, and cook dishes to meet the dietary restrictions of all. Lidia prepares Butternut Squash and Cannellini Beans. Lidia and granddaughter, Julia, make an easy dessert of Strawberries & Balsamic. Whether you’re watching your carbs or gluten-free, Roasted Spaghetti Squash with Spicy Tomato Sauce is the recipe you need!

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Lidia cooks Squash Cannellini Toast, Balsamic Strawberries, Tomato Sauced Spaghetti Squash

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Let’s make Squash & Cannellini Toast and Spaghetti Squash

#1107 - Embrace the New

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Lidia loves to try new foods and encourages us to do the same and embrace the new! Her grandson Lorenzo Manuali joins her to make simply sweet Gorgonzola Celery. She carries on the culinary adventure with a Pumpkin Risotto, a sweet creamy dish topped with what else but more gorgonzola. Just like her mother made, Lidia cooks up Liver Venetian-Style with a mushroom onion sauce. Whether you’ve tried them before or not, Lidia hopes you’ll love these recipes just like her!

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Lidia loves to try new foods and encourages us to do the same! Her grandson, Lorenzo, joins her to make simply sweet Gorgonzola-filled Celery. She continues with a Pumpkin Risotto dish topped with what else but more gorgonzola. Just like her mother made, Lidia cooks Liver Venetian-Style with a mushroom onion sauce. Whether you’ve tried them before or not, Lidia hopes you’ll love these recipes!

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Lidia cooks up Gorgonzola Celery, Pumpkin Risotto, and Liver Venetian-Style

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Let’s make Pumpkin Risotto & Liver Venetian-Style

#1108 - Worth Celebrating

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Italians are serious about their celebrations. The food, the company, the conversation, the music, and the wine are always abundant! And Lidia is ready to celebrate with you, starting with her Winter Panzanella. A mix of warm roasted vegetables is tossed with bread and kale to make one creative winter take on the traditional bread salad. Then Lidia’s granddaughter, Julia Manuali, stops by the kitchen to make a Crespelle Bar, a fun, festive way to treat guests to a sweet finish to any meal. And during the holidays, Lidia’s mother, Grandma Erminia, was the expert maker of these Farina Gnocchi. All you need is a good stock to cook them and let the celebration begin! Like Lidia says, what’s a celebration without lots of food?!

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Italians are serious about their celebrations. And Lidia is ready to celebrate, starting with her Winter Panzanella. Then Lidia’s granddaughter stops by to make a Crespelle Bar. A fun and sweet way for guests to finish any meal. Lidia’s mother, Grandma Erminia, was the expert maker of these Farina Gnocchi cooked in a good stock. Like Lidia says, what’s a celebration without lots of good food!

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Let’s celebrate the Lidia way with Winter Panzanella, a Crespelle Bar, and Farina Gnocchi!

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Let’s make Winter Panzanella, Crespelle, and Farina Gnocchi

#1109 - The Dinner Dance

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Dinner doesn’t have to feel like you’re struggling. It can be as graceful as can be, just follow Lidia’s lead! The first move is to make Kale Salad with Avocado and Pistachios, as one of the best-selling salads at Felidia, it became part of Lidia’s family meals at home. Then, Lidia makes her go-to sauce, Marinara, with her grandson, Ethan. To complete this quick and easy meal, it’s no mess Cheesy Baked Chicken Wings. Join Lidia on the dance floor…of Lidia’s Kitchen that is!

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Dinner doesn’t have to feel like you’re struggling, just follow Lidia’s lead! First, it’s Kale Salad with Avocado & Pistachios, a best-selling salad at Felidia that became part of Lidia’s family meals at home. Then, Lidia makes her go-to sauce, Marinara, with her grandson, Ethan. And to complete this quick and easy meal, it’s Lidia’s no-mess Cheesy Baked Chicken Wings.

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Lidia cooks up a Kale Salad with Avocado & Pistachios & Cheesy Baked Chicken Wings.

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Let’s make a Kale Salad & Cheesy Baked Chicken Wings.

#1110 - Fuel the Soul

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What fuels Lidia’s soul is being in the kitchen, surrounded by the smells and memories that remind her of her loved ones. So today, she invites us to do just that, starting with her Dandelion and Chickpea Salad, which brings back memories of foraging for this simple nutritious childhood favorite. And sometimes it's not just about the memory, but the warmth a dish delivers, like her One-Pan Chicken and Eggplant Parmigiana. It’s so easy to throw together while still satisfying that classic craving. So let’s cook the kind of food that nourishes the body, mind & soul!

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What fuels Lidia’s soul are the memories of her loved ones. Today, her Dandelion and Chickpea Salad brings back memories of foraging for this simple nutritious childhood favorite. And sometimes it's the warmth a dish delivers, like her One-Pan Chicken and Eggplant Parmigiana. It’s easy to make while still satisfying that classic craving. Let's cook food that nourishes the body, mind & soul!

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Lidia cooks a Dandelion & Chickpea Salad and One-Pan Chicken & Eggplant Parmigiana.

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Let’s make Dandelion & Chickpea Salad, Chicken & Eggplant Parmigiana

#1111 - The Power of Food

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The ability with which a smell, a stir, or a sizzle, can transport Lidia to a different time and place…makes her believe in the power of food. And Lidia wants us to join her on this journey as she shapes fresh pasta into Fuzi with her grandson, Ethan Bastianich. She then makes the pasta into a traditional Sunday dish from her childhood, Fuzi with Chicken Ragu. And to finish, a slice of Lidia’s no-bake, Chocolate Ricotta Brick Cake. The ricotta, raspberry & chocolate combination makes one delicious dessert. Join Lidia as she cooks up a trip down memory lane!

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Lidia believes in the power of food. And today she shapes fresh pasta into Fuzi with her grandson, Ethan, to make a traditional Sunday dish from her childhood, Fuzi with Chicken Ragu. Making this dish transports Lidia through time with each stir. And her no-bake Chocolate Ricotta Brick Cake makes one delicious dessert. Join Lidia as she cooks up a trip down memory lane!

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Lidia cooks up Fresh Fuzi with Chicken Ragu and a Chocolate Ricotta Brick Cake.

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Let’s make Fuzi with Chicken Ragu & Chocolate Ricotta Cake

#1112 - Savor the Moment

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Getting the chance to gather your loved ones around the table can be difficult in the fast-paced world we live in so in this show Lidia reminds us to always savor our time at the dinner table. Granddaughter Olivia Bastianich joins Lidia in her kitchen to practice a technique of creating a simple, yet elegant Citrus and Fennel Salad. Everybody likes Lidia’s crispy Smashed Garlic Rosemary Potatoes, and she walks us through how to execute them with ease. And for the star of the table, Lidia’s Roast Pork Shoulder is one of those festive preparations that requires time to cook, but the oven does most of the work! So let’s cook up a feast with Lidia to enjoy with the ones we love!

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Lidia reminds us to savor the time we get to gather around the table with loved ones. Granddaughter Olivia joins Lidia to make a simple, yet elegant Citrus and Fennel Salad. Lidia walks us through how to make Smashed Garlic Rosemary Potatoes with ease. Lidia’s Roast Pork Shoulder requires time to cook, but the oven does most of the work! So let’s cook up a feast with Lidia for the ones we love!

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Lidia cooks up a Citrus Fennel Salad, Smashed Garlic Potatoes, and Roast Pork Shoulder.

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Let’s make Citrus Fennel Salad, Garlic Potatoes & Roast Pork

#1113 -The Next Chapter

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Lidia is used to cooking for a crowd, but these days are a bit different. Today, Lidia shows us how to cook just for one. Pasta makes great leftovers and this Fettuccine with Caramelized Onions, Bacon, and Olives is rich in flavor and easy to make. Lidia shares her special Orange Spritz. Every chef has a favorite rendition of roast chicken, and Lidia’s Simple Roast Chicken features some of her favorite flavors, rosemary and lemon. It’s just Lidia today, so let’s cook for one!

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Today, Lidia shows you how to cook just for yourself. Pasta makes great leftovers, and this Fettuccine with Caramelized Onions, Bacon, and Olives is rich in flavor and takes no time. Lidia shares a favorite Orange Spritz recipe that reminds her of grandfather. Lidia’s Simple Roast Chicken features her favorite flavors of rosemary and lemon. It’s just Lidia today, so let’s cook for one!

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Lidia cooks Fettuccine with Caramelized Onions, Bacon & Olives, a Spritz & Roast Chicken

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Let’s make a special Fettuccine, a Spritz & Roast Chicken

#1114 - Meet Me at the Table

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Join Lidia at the table for some traditional winter fare of the northern Italian mountains. On a bed of soft polenta, Lidia serves up a heartwarming Mushroom Ragu. Then Lidia percolates the perfect cup of Italian coffee, with Lorenzo using her Moka Pot. To finish the meal, she makes her rendition of Kaiserschmarrn, a favorite mountain treat of the grandchildren, it’s a fluffy, light, eggy pancake topped with jam. Andiamo, let’s head to the Dolomites with Lidia!

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Join Lidia at the table for some traditional winter fare of the northern Italian mountains. To start, Lidia serves up a heartwarming Mushroom Ragu. Then Lidia percolates the perfect cup of Italian coffee, with grandson Lorenzo using her Moka Pot. To finish the meal, she makes her rendition of Kaiserschmarrn, a fluffy, light, eggy pancake topped with jam. Let’s head to the Dolomites with Lidia!

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Let’s go to the Dolomites with Lidia to enjoy Mushroom Ragu, Moka Coffee & Kaiserschmarrn.

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Let’s make Mushroom Ragu, Moka Coffee & Kaiserschmarrn.

#1115 - Plan the Menu

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When Lidia was a child, ricotta had many uses in the kitchen, from appetizers, to pasta, to stuffings, to baked desserts. In this episode, Lidia plans a meal using ricotta in all its versatile glory. To start, Easy Bruschetta using three ingredients or less, Lidia makes a delicious appetizer with her grandson Miles. Then Lidia makes a much-loved classic baked pasta, Crespelle Manicotti, filled with a spinach ricotta stuffing. And for a sweet finish, the family’s favorite Chocolate Chip Ricotta Cookies. This episode is all about ricotta!

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This episode is all about ricotta! Lidia makes a delicious Easy Bruschetta with the her grandson Miles, using three ingredients or less. Then it’s a much-loved classic baked pasta, Crespelle Manicotti, filled with spinach ricotta stuffing. For a sweet finish, the family’s favorite Chocolate Chip Ricotta Cookies. So join Lidia as she teaches us about the versatility of ricotta.

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Lidia cooks up some Bruschetta, Crespelle Manicotti & Chocolate Chip Ricotta Cookies.

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Let’s make Bruschetta, Crespelle Manicotti & Ricotta Cookies

#1116 - The Community Table

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Lidia reminds us to gather around the table to share a meal and connect through food and conversation. Granddaughter Olivia joins Lidia in the kitchen to make an impressive, yet easy start to any meal, Cheese Crisp bowls filled with a colorful salad. Next, Lidia cooks up Bucatini with Broccoli Walnut Pesto. The deep, rich flavor of each bite feels like a warm hug. Then, these easily multiplied Turkey Stuffed Peppers are a foolproof win on any table. So join Lidia, the more the merrier!

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Lidia reminds us to gather around the table to share a meal. Lidia and granddaughter Olivia makes impressive Cheese Crisp bowls filled with a colorful salad. Next, Lidia cooks up Bucatini with Broccoli Walnut Pesto. The deep, rich flavor of each bite feels like a warm hug. Then, these easily multiplied Turkey Stuffed Peppers is a foolproof win on any table. So join Lidia, the more the merrier!

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Lidia cooks Cheese Crisps, Bucatini with Broccoli Walnut Pesto, and Turkey Stuffed Peppers

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Let’s make Cheese Crisps, Pesto Bucatini & Stuffed Peppers

#1117 - Building Flavor

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When working with simple recipes it's all about building flavor, and two things are important: sourcing quality ingredients and respecting them. Lidia puts winter vegetables center stage in both this Winter Minestrone and Roasted Squash and Carrot Salad with Chickpeas and Almonds. Easily pulled together, this dinner is definitely where you will find the flavor when cooking with Lidia.

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Lidia cooks Winter Minestrone and a Roasted Squash & Carrot Salad with Chickpeas & Almonds

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Let’s make Winter Minestrone, Roasted Squash & Carrot Salad

#1118 - Is Dinner Ready?

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“Is dinner ready?” That daily question many folks might dread…is something Lidia wants everyone to enjoy as much as she does! Full of flavor, with simple execution, Spicy Sheet Pan Pork Chops & Broccoli, is a one-sheet wonder that gets dinner on the table in no time. Follow along as Lidia teaches her grandson Miles how to Revive Leftover Soup for an easy weeknight meal. And it doesn't hurt to have dessert on hand and ready, her Apricot Jam Half-Moons are a favorite in the Bastianich house. Learn how to revel in the glory of cooking dinner in this episode of Lidia’s Kitchen!

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Lidia wants everyone to enjoy cooking! Her Spicy Sheet Pan Pork Chops & Broccoli is a one-sheet wonder that gets dinner on the table in no time. Lidia teaches her grandson Miles to Revive Leftover Soup for an easy weeknight meal. And for dessert, Apricot Jam Half-Moons, a favorite in the Bastianich house. Learn how to revel in the glory of cooking dinner in this episode of Lidia’s Kitchen!

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Lidia cooks Sheet Pan Pork Chops & Broccoli, Revive Leftover Soup, Apricot Jam Half-Moons

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Let’s make Sheet Pan Pork Chops and Apricot Jam Half-Moons.

#1119 - Enough to Share

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Lidia’s Grandma Rosa always cooked a little bit more than needed…just in case. Lidia finds herself doing the same today, because sharing food is one way to spread love. In this episode, Lidia’s stovetop is full of love, starting with Pork Guazzetto with Beans. Country-style ribs are stewed with cannellini beans to make one complete meal in each bowl shared! And if you're looking for a quick, impressive bowl to serve a hungry crowd, Lidia’s Matalotta-Style Mixed Fish Stew is just for you. Get those pots of stew perking, Lidia is cooking enough for everyone today!

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In this episode, Lidia’s stovetop is perking with food and love to share! Starting with Pork Guazzetto with Beans. Country-style ribs are stewed with cannellini beans to make one complete meal in each bowl. And if you're looking for a quick, impressive bowl to serve a hungry crowd, Lidia’s Matalotta-Style Mixed Fish Stew is just for you. Lidia is cooking enough for everyone today!

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Pork Guazzetto with Beans and Matalotta-Style Mixed Fish Stew are meant to be shared!

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Let’s make Pork Guazzetto & Matalotta-Style Mixed Fish Stew

#1120 - From Italy to your Table

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When Lidia sits down for a meal in Italy, there are some dishes that she tastes that bring her such joy…they’re just too good not to share with us! Like her rendition of Mussel Bruschetta, inspired by her favorite restaurant on the beach in Fiumicino. And grandson Lorenzo stops by for an Olive Oil Tasting, leaving us feeling more confident when it comes to this liquid gold. Then Lidia shares a heavenly traditional dish from the Amalfi Coast, Spaghetti in Lemon Cream Sauce. The acidity of the lemons cuts the fat of the cream, making a beautifully balanced dish. It was love at first taste for Lidia, and she hopes it will be for us too!

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Some Italian dishes are too good for Lidia not to share! Like her rendition of Mussel Bruschetta, inspired by her favorite restaurant on the beach in Fiumicino. Then, Lorenzo stops by for a special Olive Oil Tasting. Last but not least, Lidia shares a dish from the Amalfi Coast, Spaghetti in Lemon Cream Sauce. It was love at first taste for Lidia, and she hopes it will be for us too!

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Lidia cooks up Mussel Bruschetta, Olive Oil Tasting & Spaghetti in Lemon Cream Sauce.

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Let’s make Mussel Bruschetta & Spaghetti in Lemon Cream Sauce

#1121 - Let's Make Dinner

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Eating together is not the only way for friends and family to bond. Cooking together also creates a special connection. So let’s make dinner all together! A quick pesto pasta makes for a great weeknight meal, and Lidia’s Penne with Cauliflower and Green Olive Pesto is perfect just for that. And with a little bit of planning ahead, Lidia’s Poached Chicken and Giardiniera Salad is a complete meal packed with protein, vegetables, color, and flavor! So gather around the table… and the kitchen counter too, because Lidia is cooking up a smart, easy & always delicious meal just for us!

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Eating together is not the only way for friends and family to bond. Cooking together also creates a special connection. So let’s make dinner all together! Lidia’s quick Penne with Cauliflower and Green Olive Pesto is perfect for that. And with a little bit of planning ahead, Lidia’s Poached Chicken and Giardiniera Salad is a complete meal packed with protein, vegetables, color, and flavor!

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Lidia cooks up Olive Pesto Penne with Cauliflower and Poached Chicken & Giardiniera Salad

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Let’s make Olive Pesto Penne and Chicken & Giardiniera Salad

#1122 - Grow in the Kitchen

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Time spent cooking in the kitchen helps shape and grow your palate, your technique, and your confidence. And today, Lidia shares the secret to making her Shaved Artichoke, Spinach, and Mortadella Salad. Then Lidia pairs this special salad with one of her favorites Mussels, Sausage, and Potatoes in White Wine, an excellent choice for a weeknight one-pot meal.

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Time spent cooking in the kitchen helps shape and grow your palate, your technique, and your confidence. And today, Lidia shares the secret to making her Shaved Artichoke, Spinach, and Mortadella Salad. Lidia pairs this special salad with one of her favorites Mussels, Sausage, and Potatoes in White Wine, an excellent choice for a weeknight one-pot meal.

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Lidia cooks up an Artichoke, Spinach & Mortadella Salad then Mussels, Sausage & Potatoes.

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Let’s make Artichoke Mortadella Salad & Mussels and Sausage

#1123 - The Start of the Season

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Come spring, Lidia gets very excited to visit the market. The colors, the aromas, that first harvest, it all ignites her creative side to get cooking after a long winter. So join her inspiration and whip up a batch of Cannellini Pesto Dip, with granddaughter Julia Manuali who serves it up with a crudit� spread. To honor those springtime vegetables, Lidia makes her classic Spaghetti Primavera starring zucchini, green beans, peas and of course asparagus! And did you know springtime ricotta is always the sweetest, so Lidia’s Spinach, Bread, and Ricotta Frittata tastes best made this time of year! Spring has sprung, get inspired with Lidia’s Kitchen!

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Today, Lidia whips up a batch of Cannellini Pesto Dip to get a taste of spring. Granddaughter Julia also stops by to enjoy the crudit�s spread and dip. To honor springtime vegetables, Lidia makes her classic Spaghetti Primavera. And springtime ricotta is always the sweetest, so Lidia’s Spinach, Bread & Ricotta Frittata tastes best when made this time of year! Spring has sprung! Let’s get inspired!

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Lidia cooks up a Pesto Bean Dip, Spaghetti Primavera and Spinach, Bread & Ricotta Frittata

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Let’s make Bean Dip, Spaghetti Primavera & Ricotta Frittata

#1124 - Respect the Ingredients

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Lidia always says, “Let the ingredients shine!” When you choose quality ingredients, it's best to let them speak for themselves. And today is no different with Lidia’s Steamed Broccoli, Cannellini, and Egg Salad, a simple, nourishing recipe great for lunch or a light dinner. Then, there’s Skillet Tuna with Eggplant and Zucchini in Puttanesca Sauce which is an inspired take on the classic bold spicy sauce. Remember to listen to the ingredients - the Lidia way!

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It's always best to let quality ingredients speak for themselves. And today is no different with Lidia’s Steamed Broccoli, Cannellini & Egg Salad, a simple, nourishing recipe great for lunch or a light dinner. Then, there’s Skillet Tuna with Eggplant and Zucchini in Puttanesca Sauce which is an inspired take on the classic bold spicy sauce. Remember to listen to the ingredients - the Lidia way!

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Lidia cooks a Broccoli Cannellini Salad and Skillet Tuna with Puttanesca Sauce

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Let’s make a Broccoli Cannellini Salad & Puttanesca Tuna

#1125 - The Risotto is On

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Risotto is a blank canvas on which we can paint whatever we like. Today, Lidia shows us how to be an artist! Lidia gets creative, making a vibrant yellow saffron Seafood and Leek Risotto, starring shrimp and scallops. Then, Lidia imparts an important and resourceful lesson of how to Replenish your Stock using food scraps from her freezer stash. And to finish this risotto fest, she shows us that we don’t always have to use arborio rice, like in her hearty Barley Risotto with Cabbage and Sausage. Tune into Lidia’s Kitchen and master risotto the Lidia way!

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Today, Lidia gets creative, making a vibrant yellow saffron Seafood & Leek Risotto. Then, Lidia imparts an important lesson of how to Replenish your Stock using food scraps from her freezer. To finish this risotto fest, she shows us that we don’t always have to use arborio rice, like in her heart Barley Risotto with Cabbage and Sausage. Tune into Lidia’s Kitchen and master risotto the Lidia way!

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Lidia cooks up a Seafood & Leek Risotto and Barley Risotto with Cabbage & Sausage

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Let’s make Seafood Risotto & Cabbage Sausage Barley Risotto

#1126 - Simply Salads

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Life is complicated enough - your meals shouldn’t have to be. Lidia teaches us that combining simple ingredients can yield extraordinary results! To start, Lidia creates a colorful Summer Panzanella, adding her special touch of roasted zucchini and onions. Lidia also teaches us another eye-catching, yet simple recipe of Warm Shrimp and Squash Ribbon Salad. Tune in and learn how to make cooking easy, by letting the ingredients do the work!

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Life is complicated enough - your meals shouldn’t have to be. To start, Lidia creates a colorful Summer Panzanella, adding her special touch of roasted zucchini and onions. Lidia also teaches us another eye-catching, yet simple recipe of Warm Shrimp and Squash Ribbon Salad. Tune in and learn how to make cooking easy, by letting the ingredients do the work!

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Let the ingredients do the work with Lidia’s Summer Panzanella and Shrimp & Squash Salad

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Let’s make a Summer Panzanella and Shrimp & Squash Salad