Lidia's Kitchen

Join chef Lidia Bastianich as she conjures simple, seasonal, and economical dishes with grace, confidence, and love, teaching viewers to draw on their roots, allow for spontaneity, and cultivate a sense of home in the kitchen.
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Episodes

  1. S4 E1 - Layering Italian Flavors
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    October 8, 2016
    25min
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    "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 Tiramisu
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  2. S4 E2 - Poached Egg
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    October 15, 2016
    25min
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    In 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.
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  3. S4 E3 - All About Chicken
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    October 22, 2016
    25min
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    This 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.
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  4. S4 E4 - Salt
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    October 29, 2016
    25min
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    Today'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.
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  5. S4 E5 - Gnocchi
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    November 5, 2016
    26min
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    They 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!
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  6. S4 E6 - Cooking with Wine
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    November 12, 2016
    25min
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    In 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.
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  7. S4 E7 - Eggs: All Different Ways
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    November 19, 2016
    25min
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    It'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.
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  8. S4 E8 - Italian Taste for Bitter Vegetables
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    November 26, 2016
    25min
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    Today 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 Soup
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  9. S4 E9 - Ragu
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    December 3, 2016
    25min
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    The 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.
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  10. S4 E10 - Italian American Favorites
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    December 10, 2016
    25min
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    Italian 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.
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  11. S4 E11 - Fruit Desserts
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    December 17, 2016
    25min
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    In 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.
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  12. S4 E12 - Crespelle
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    December 24, 2016
    25min
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    Italians 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.
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  13. S4 E13 - Agrodolce
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    December 31, 2016
    25min
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    Sweet 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.
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  14. S4 E14 - Herbs and Spices
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    January 7, 2017
    25min
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    Fresh 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.
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  15. S4 E15 - Steak House Favorites
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    January 14, 2017
    25min
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    Steak 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.
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  16. S4 E16 - Sweet and Savory
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    January 21, 2017
    25min
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    Today 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.
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  17. S4 E17 - Vegetable Favorites
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    January 28, 2017
    25min
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    Italy 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.
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  18. S4 E18 - Cheese
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    February 4, 2017
    25min
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    In 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.
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  19. S4 E19 - My Favorite Braises
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    February 11, 2017
    25min
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    Braising 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.
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  20. S4 E20 - The Tomato
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    February 18, 2017
    25min
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    From 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.
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  21. S4 E21 - More Italian Favorites
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    February 25, 2017
    25min
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    Italian 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.
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  22. S4 E22 - Olive Oil
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    March 4, 2017
    25min
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    Olive 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 cannoli
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  23. S4 E23 - Best of Zucchini
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    March 11, 2017
    25min
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    Zucchini 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.
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  24. S4 E24 - Bolognese
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    March 18, 2017
    25min
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    It'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.
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  25. S4 E25 - Italian Cakes
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    March 25, 2017
    25min
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    The 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.
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Directors
Lidia Bastianich
Producers
Lidia Bastianich
Cast
Lidia Bastianish
Studio
Tavola Productions, LLC
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