Ep 3. Chowder's Babysitter

In Chowder season 2 episode 3, titled "Chowder's Babysitter," we see the young apprentice chef, Chowder, in need of a babysitter. His usual babysitter, Ms. Endive, is not available, and his mentor, Mung Daal, is too busy with work to watch over him. So, he turns to his friend's babysitter, Ms. Shnickelfritz, for help.

Ms. Shnickenfritz, however, is not the typical babysitter. She is a tough and no-nonsense type of woman who looks like she can handle anything. She immediately sets some ground rules for Chowder, including making him clean up his room and do his homework. Chowder is not thrilled about the idea of having to do homework, but Ms. Shnickenfritz is adamant about enforcing it.

As the night progresses, Chowder becomes more and more frustrated with his babysitter. She makes him eat all of his vegetables, takes away his candy, and even makes him go to bed early. Chowder begins to miss the fun and carefree times he has with Ms. Endive.

Meanwhile, Mung Daal is having a difficult time at work. He is unable to come up with any new dishes and is feeling uninspired. He starts to worry about how he will be able to come up with something for the upcoming food festival.

As the night wears on, Chowder's frustration with his babysitter reaches a boiling point. He decides he has had enough of her rules and sneaks out of the house to go find some candy. However, things do not go as planned, and he finds himself in a tricky situation.

In the end, Chowder learns the value of rules and discipline, but Ms. Shnickelfritz also realizes the importance of fun and letting loose every once in a while. Mung Daal also gets his inspiration back, thanks to a little help from Chowder and his babysitter.

"Chowder's Babysitter" is a heartwarming episode that teaches the importance of balance and finding the middle ground between strict rules and having fun. It showcases the growth of Chowder's character and his ability to learn from his mistakes. The episode is filled with humor, emotion, and heart, making it a must-watch for fans of the show.