Barefoot Contessa: Back to Basics

Ina finds new ways to turn the volume up on classic American dishes. Recipes include Grilled New York Strip Steaks, Crunchy Iceberg Salad with Creamy Blue Cheese and Peanut Butter and Fudge Ice Cream Sandwiches.

Ina focuses on easy French food that can be made at home. Recipes include a typical French bistro take on scallops, a classic French cheese board and a salad with the ultimate French vinaigrette.

Dessert is good, but for Ina, tipsy desserts are even better. Recipes include Moscato Poached Fruit, Bourbon Honey Cake and Campari and Orange Granita.

Ina proves that good vanilla makes all the difference in a recipe. She makes homemade extract and then uses it in her Vanilla Rum Panna Cotta, Vanilla Shortbread Hearts, Vanilla Cream Cheese Pound Cake and White Hot Chocolate.

Ina uses Parmesan to take main dishes, sides and salads to a whole new level. Recipes include Lemon Parmesan Chicken, Orecchiette with Broccoli Rabe and Sausage, Parmesan Chive Mashed Potatoes and Parmesan and Chipotle Popcorn.

Ina serves up filling meals with absolutely no side dishes required. Recipes include Lamb Shanks and Orzo, Smoked Salmon Pizzas, Roast Chicken Cobb Salad and Baked Polenta with Mushrooms and Blue Cheese.

Ina shares her secrets to making a no-fuss, make-ahead breakfast. Recipes include Raspberry Baked French Toast, Mini Italian Frittatas, Blueberry Bran Muffins and an impressive Breakfast Smoked Salmon Platter.

Ina turns her attention to bread and the dishes that feature this classic carbohydrate. Recipes include Irish Guinness Brown Bread, Camembert and Prosciutto Tartines and Peach and Berry Summer Pudding.