Episodes
- S4 E1 - Layering Italian FlavorsWatch on supported devicesOctober 8, 201625min"Alla Parmigiana" is a technique applied in many southern Italian dishes that is all about layering simple bold flavors. In today's episode, Lidia will show the viewers her Chicken Parmigiana Light: a version of chicken Parmigiana, a breaded chicken thigh layered with tomato and mozzarella and nestled in a bed of tomato sauce; Steamed Broccoli and Egg Salad, and Limoncello TiramisuFreevee (with ads)
- S4 E2 - Poached EggWatch on supported devicesOctober 15, 201625minIn this episode, Lidia shows you the classic technique of poaching an egg and making a Warm Mushroom Salad: a bed of frisee with a warm medley of mixed wild mushrooms, pancetta and a poached egg; Eggs Poached in Tomato Sauce: a simple and delicious tomato Sauce poached egg served with slices of grilled country bread and Brutti ma Buoni, a classic Italian hazelnut cookie made with meringue.Freevee (with ads)
- S4 E3 - All About ChickenWatch on supported devicesOctober 22, 201625minThis episode features a "Best of Chicken" with some of Lidia's favorite dishes from the oven to the stovetop. Recipes include a succulent Roasted Chicken; a simple and earthy Seared Chicken Breast with Mushrooms; and finally a dish with a little kick - Paprika Drumsticks with Peppers.Freevee (with ads)
- S4 E4 - SaltWatch on supported devicesOctober 29, 201625minToday's menu includes: Salted Cod Fritters: Crispy chunky cod fritters made for the perfect salty snack; Penne Rigate in Vodka Sauce: an iconic Italian pasta dish with penne rigate in a creamy pink vodka sauce; Beef Chuck and Beer; a rick and flavorful braise that will beckon everyone to the table.Freevee (with ads)
- S4 E5 - GnocchiWatch on supported devicesNovember 5, 201626minThey have been called the "gnocchi family", and in this episode, Lidia shares two of her more unusual versions of this dish: Her Butternut Squash Gnocchi are light and slightly sweet as they showcase this welcome vegetable in the potato mix. Her next dish is Plum Gnocchi, which is typical of her homeland and even sweeter, sometimes eaten as a dessert. It doesn't get any better than this!Freevee (with ads)
- S4 E6 - Cooking with WineWatch on supported devicesNovember 12, 201625minIn this episode, Lidia shares a meal where wine plays a part of each delicious dish: Sausage Crostini: a toasted piece of bread topped with sweet Italian sausage and topped with taleggio cheese; Linguine with White Clam Sauce: a simple white wine clam sauce served with linguine pasta; Braised Beef Rolls: stuffed beef rolls oozing with flavors of prosciutto and provolone in a red wine sauce.Freevee (with ads)
- S4 E7 - Eggs: All Different WaysWatch on supported devicesNovember 19, 201625minIt's an episode devoted to the fresh, simple egg, and it highlights some of Lidia's all-time favorites: Stracciatella: a simple chicken stock laced with ribbons of egg and tender spinach; Frittata with Ricotta: a luscious frittata filled with ricotta, tomatoes, onions and basil; Baked Eggplant and Eggs: a baked dish showing off of one of summer's best vegetables.Freevee (with ads)
- S4 E8 - Italian Taste for Bitter VegetablesWatch on supported devicesNovember 26, 201625minToday Lidia will highlight the versatility of delicious bitter vegetables like broccoli rabe, radicchio and escarole. She will be making Baked Radicchio: sweetened by the cook time, this dish caramelizes into a tender hearty bite; Broccoli Rabe and Sausage: a classic combination with sweet Italian sausage and bitter broccoli rabe; Escarole and White Bean SoupFreevee (with ads)
- S4 E9 - RaguWatch on supported devicesDecember 3, 201625minThe key to a delicious meal is coaxing a lot of flavor from an ingredient, whether it is meat or vegetables. In this episode, Lidia shares two ragu recipes: Lamb and Pepper Ragu: and a Chestnut and Mushroom Ragu: a heart, flavorful medley of chestnuts and mushrooms that make for a satisfying vegetarian ragu.Freevee (with ads)
- S4 E10 - Italian American FavoritesWatch on supported devicesDecember 10, 201625minItalian American food: Is it Italian, American or a piece of Americana with Italian roots? Today Lidia pays homage to the cooking of Italian American immigrants. Recipes include: Caesar Salad; a luscious Baked Eggplant Stuffed with Meat and Vegetables; and finally Stuffed Mushrooms, a true crowd pleaser.Freevee (with ads)
- S4 E11 - Fruit DessertsWatch on supported devicesDecember 17, 201625minIn this episode, the Lidia highlights some of her fans' preferred seasonal sweets with: Strawberries with Balsamic Vinegar, a light and creamy Panna Cotta with Seasonal Fresh Fruit; juicy Nectarines and Blueberries in Prosecco and a Plum Crostata, a free form Italian tart with juicy plums.Freevee (with ads)
- S4 E12 - CrespelleWatch on supported devicesDecember 24, 201625minItalians love their crepes either savory or sweet and this episode, Lidia shows two of her favorite crespelle dishes. She will start by highlighting the thin pancakes that can be made into so many things; then she'll make a savory Italian favorite with them - Manicotti and for a sweet version, she will show the Chocolate and Walnut Crespelle that will satisfy any sweet tooth.Freevee (with ads)
- S4 E13 - AgrodolceWatch on supported devicesDecember 31, 201625minSweet and sour is a classic combination of flavors that can be found in almost every cuisine around the world, and in Italy it's called agrodolce and produces delicious, balanced dishes of savory and sweet. Lidia will demonstrate a Marinated Winter Squash, Swordfish in Sweet and Sour Sauce, and Sesame Candy.Freevee (with ads)
- S4 E14 - Herbs and SpicesWatch on supported devicesJanuary 7, 201725minFresh herbs are simply a must in Lidia's kitchen. Today she begins the menu with Pickled Carrots: a quick pickle of tiny carrots packed with the flavors of parsley, garlic and mint; Braised Beef in Guazzetto: rich, braised beef filled with enticing aromas and Skillet Cauliflower with Lemon and Mint: cauliflower florettes showered with lemon juice and a sprinkle of fresh mint.Freevee (with ads)
- S4 E15 - Steak House FavoritesWatch on supported devicesJanuary 14, 201725minSteak is a favorite in American households, and this episode is a tribute to the nice juicy dish and showcase not only one of Lidia's preferred preparations but two other recipes that work well for a special steak house evening at home. Featured recipes include Seared Steak with Mushroom Sauce and Braised Escarole; Baked Potatoes with Pancetta and Oregano; and Almond Cake with Chocolate Chips.Freevee (with ads)
- S4 E16 - Sweet and SavoryWatch on supported devicesJanuary 21, 201725minToday Lidia starts the meal with her Prosciutto and Fig Bruschetta: grilled bread topped with a salty sweet combination of prosciutto and fig jam; Spaghetti with Fennel and Bitter Greens: spaghetti tossed with fennel, escarole and a splash of balsamic; Chocolate Anise Biscotti: the "twice cooked" Italian cookie made with chocolate and anise.Freevee (with ads)
- S4 E17 - Vegetable FavoritesWatch on supported devicesJanuary 28, 201725minItaly is a garden year round, and Lidia celebrates an array of beautiful vegetable dishes including: Celery Stalks Stuffed with Gorgonzola and Apples; an elegant Asparagus and Scallion Salad; a refreshing Fava Sesame Dip, that pairs beautifully with flat breads and finally a Linguine with Swisschard made with walnuts and creamy fresh ricotta.Freevee (with ads)
- S4 E18 - CheeseWatch on supported devicesFebruary 4, 201725minIn this episode, Lidia shares her Cheese Baked in a Crust: gorgonzola wrapped with puff pastry and baked as crispy cheesy bites; Celery, Artichoke and Mortadella Salad: a flavorful and fresh mix of celery, artichoke and mortadella; and finally Meatloaf Ricotta: a family favorite meatloaf dish packed with three different cheeses.Freevee (with ads)
- S4 E19 - My Favorite BraisesWatch on supported devicesFebruary 11, 201725minBraising is a preferred technique in Lidia's kitchen and today she prepares one rich braised meat dish, along with two braised vegetable choices for the home cook. Recipes include: Beef Braised in Barolo; a Braised Kale with Bacon; and finally Braised Cauliflower.Freevee (with ads)
- S4 E20 - The TomatoWatch on supported devicesFebruary 18, 201725minFrom canned to vine ripened, Lidia shares with you several of her favorite tomato dishes including: Stuffed Tomatoes: stuffed with rice, mozzarella and basil; Braised Pork Ribs with Rigatoni: Tender to the bone pork ribs and braising sauce with rigatoni; and Green Beans in Chunky Tomato Sauce: a perfect side of fresh green beans smothered in a fresh chunky tomato sauce.Freevee (with ads)
- S4 E21 - More Italian FavoritesWatch on supported devicesFebruary 25, 201725minItalian American classics have always been favorites at the family table and in this episode, there is reason to celebrate. Today's recipes include the most iconic Italian American dish, Spaghetti and Meatballs; a Broccoli Rabe with Garlic; and a holiday must - Zeppole.Freevee (with ads)
- S4 E22 - Olive OilWatch on supported devicesMarch 4, 201725minOlive oil reigns in Lidia's kitchen, and in this episode she teaches the viewer how to use it from appetizer to soup to dessert. She'll start with a delicious Tomato and Bread Salad - a delicious tossed salad of country bread and juicy ripe tomatoes known as panzanella; a nourishing Rice and Lentil Soup and a Cannoli Napoleon, a new twist on the old cannoliFreevee (with ads)
- S4 E23 - Best of ZucchiniWatch on supported devicesMarch 11, 201725minZucchini is a versatile vegetable, and in this episode, viewers watch as Lidia shares several of her favorite simple and quick zucchini dishes including: Zucchini with Anchovies and Capers, Fried Zucchini, and Orecchiette with Clams and Zucchini.Freevee (with ads)
- S4 E24 - BologneseWatch on supported devicesMarch 18, 201725minIt's a world-famous technique but made with milk, it is famous only in the Italian region of Emilia Romagna. In this episode, Lidia shares a show-stopping meal that consists of Bolognese with Milk, Dandelion Greens with Almond Vinaigrette and Ricotta Salata, and Pomegranate Sorbet.Freevee (with ads)
- S4 E25 - Italian CakesWatch on supported devicesMarch 25, 201725minThe oven is on today in Lidia's Kitchen, and she is sharing some of her best cakes. There is a Gianduia Cake - a Piedmontese tradition and a dream for hazelnut and chocolate lovers; a delicious and moist Chocolate and Zucchini Cake; and finally a nutty Walnut and Espresso Cake.Freevee (with ads)
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- Directors
- Lidia Bastianich
- Producers
- Lidia Bastianich
- Cast
- Lidia Bastianish
- Studio
- Tavola Productions, LLC
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