Food

Lidia's Kitchen

Season eight of LIDIA'S KITCHEN: REFLECTING AND RECONNECTING features stories that shaped Lidia Bastianich as a person and as a chef. Throughout the 26-part series, Lidia shares anecdotes and recipes from her childhood, when times were sometimes challenging, but happy and fulfilling.

Keep it Fresh

26m 46s

Summertime recipes always create a colorful dish that allows the ingredients to shine. First, I make a beautiful Shrimp and Melon Salad with Basil Mint Pesto. I connect with my grandson, Lorenzo, to see his version of my Peaches in White Wine. Then a family favorite, Mezze Rigatoni with Raw Tomato Sauce – with no cooking, it is a dish that truly celebrates the freshness of the summer season!

Episodes

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    You’re Invited

    S12 E1201 - 26m 46s

    I love having people over for dinner…the food…the conversation…the wine…the laughter…the singing…there’s nothing better than the good times had around a good meal with good company. And a big pot of Beef Rollatini and my Spicy Crispy Roasted Cauliflower go a long way in serving a tableful of hungry guests. And to finish, a Rum Raisin Semifreddo. Please, join me, you’re always invited to my table!

Schedule

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    Take the Time

    Saturday
    Apr 5

    30 Minutes

    Mussel bruschetta; spicy lobster linguine.
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    Cook Together

    Saturday
    Apr 5

    30 Minutes

    Fried panzerotti; ricotta soup; gnocchi with sauce from Erice.
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    A Frugal Feast

    Saturday
    Apr 12

    30 Minutes

    Vegetable soup and poached eggs; a traditional Italian cookie that can be stretched into two desserts by adding them to honey ice cream; poached chicken giardiniera salad.
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    Know Your Cheese

    Saturday
    Apr 12

    30 Minutes

    Crispy cheese bowls; four-cheese baked macaroni; cheesy baked chicken wings.
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    Dream of Summer

    Saturday
    Apr 19

    30 Minutes

    Zucchini soup with eggs and cheese; fava beans and mint; shrimp and tomato risotto.
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    Family Meal

    Saturday
    Apr 19

    30 Minutes

    Balsamic chicken stir-fry; traditional frico; sweet grape and ricotta pizza.

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