Ep 14. Modern Comfort

Guy Fieri is back with another delicious episode of Guy's Ranch Kitchen. In season 5 episode 14, titled "Modern Comfort," Guy and his guests are cooking up some of their favorite modern comfort food dishes. This episode features comfort food classics with a modern twist.

To start things off, Guy invites chef Chris Cosentino to join him in the kitchen to make his recipe for "Nonna's Meatballs." Chris gets creative by adding some unexpected ingredients to his meatballs, like pork belly and prosciutto, for an extra burst of flavor. He then serves the meatballs alongside a classic tomato sauce and some homemade garlic bread.

Next up, Guy is joined by chef Amanda Freitag to make her take on mac and cheese. Amanda's recipe includes three different types of cheese, as well as a few surprising ingredients like butternut squash and kale. This unique twist on a classic dish is sure to impress even the most diehard mac and cheese fans.

For his own dish, Guy decides to make a hearty beef short rib stew. He starts by browning the short ribs and then slow-cooking them with root vegetables, red wine, and beef broth. The result is a rich and savory stew that's perfect for a cold winter night.

Finally, chef Jonathan Waxman joins Guy in the kitchen to make a dessert that's sure to satisfy any sweet tooth. Together, they make a decadent chocolate cake with a whiskey-infused caramel sauce. As they put the finishing touches on their dessert, Guy and Jonathan talk about the importance of using high-quality ingredients in all of their dishes.

Throughout the episode, Guy and his guests share tips and tricks for making these modern comfort food dishes at home. They also talk about their favorite comfort food memories and how they've been able to put their own unique spin on classic dishes.

As always, Guy's Ranch Kitchen is full of food, fun, and great company. Whether you're an experienced home cook or just looking for some new recipe ideas, this episode is sure to inspire you to get into the kitchen and start cooking some modern comfort food.