Ep 3. Fruit All Ways

In Barefoot Contessa season 15 episode 3, titled "Fruit All Ways," Ina Garten explores the versatility of fruits in her cooking. She starts off by making a refreshing fruit salad with plums, nectarines, blueberries, and raspberries, all tossed in a light honey and lime dressing. Garten then moves on to her take on the classic French dessert, clafoutis, using sweet cherries and topped with a dusting of powdered sugar.

Next, Garten shares her recipe for a quick and easy fruit tart, using store-bought puff pastry and topped with sliced peaches, blueberries, and a sprinkle of cinnamon sugar. She then whips up a delicious homemade raspberry sorbet, perfect for a hot summer day, using just three ingredients: fresh raspberries, sugar, and lemon juice.

Garten also showcases the savory side of fruit with her grilled peach and halloumi salad. The grilled peaches add a delicious sweetness to the salty halloumi cheese, all topped with a tangy balsamic vinaigrette. Finally, Garten wraps up the episode with her cocktail recipe for a refreshing raspberry fizz, made with muddled fresh raspberries, vodka, triple sec, and a splash of club soda.

Throughout the episode, Garten emphasizes the importance of using ripe, seasonal fruits for the best flavor. She also shares tips for storing and preparing fruits, such as how to easily peel peaches and how to prevent fruits from browning. As always, she encourages home cooks to have fun experimenting with different flavor combinations and making recipes their own.