Ep 13. Back to School

In this episode of Barefoot Contessa, titled "Back to School," host Ina Garten is getting ready for the new school year by preparing some delicious and easy-to-make recipes that are perfect for busy families.

First up, Garten makes a quick and simple breakfast dish: baked oatmeal. She mixes rolled oats, brown sugar, cinnamon, and a few other ingredients together before pouring the mixture into a baking dish and adding fresh berries on top. The dish can be prepared ahead of time and reheated in the morning for a nutritious and delicious meal.

Next, Garten moves on to lunch and creates a fun and healthy twist on a classic sandwich: a carrot and raisin salad wrap. She starts by shredding fresh carrots and mixing them with raisins, apple cider vinegar, honey, and a few other ingredients to make a tangy and sweet salad. Then, she spreads a tortilla wrap with cream cheese and adds a generous scoop of the carrot salad before rolling it up and slicing it into bite-sized pieces.

For an after-school snack, Garten whips up some homemade granola bars that are both nutritious and delicious. She combines oats, nuts, dried fruit, and honey in a mixing bowl before pressing the mixture into a baking dish and baking it until golden brown. Once cooled, the granola can be cut into bars or crumbled over yogurt for a tasty snack.

Finally, Garten ends the episode with a simple and satisfying dinner recipe: roasted chicken with vegetables. She rubs a whole chicken with olive oil and a blend of herbs before roasting it in the oven alongside some fresh veggies, like potatoes, carrots, and onions. The result is a hearty and flavorful meal that can be enjoyed by the whole family.

Throughout the episode, Garten shares her tips for planning ahead and making mealtime a little bit easier during the busy back-to-school season. Her recipes are perfect for anyone looking for simple and delicious meal ideas that are both kid-friendly and adult-approved.