Ep 4. Winter Favorites
- TVG
- December 19, 2015
- 42 min
In the fourth episode of the eighth season of The Kitchen, the hosts are focused on showcasing their winter favorites. Jeff Mauro starts off the show with a recipe for his savory Sourdough Soup Bowl, which is filled with a warm mixture of roasted mushrooms and onions, finished with melted Gruyere cheese. Sunny Anderson shares a recipe for a mouthwatering Slow Cooker Beef Short Ribs and sets it aside to slow-cook for the day, letting all those delicious flavors blend together to create a hearty winter meal.
Next up is Katie Lee Biegel sharing her take on a classic winter comfort food, Potato Leek Soup. She gives the dish some added richness and texture by including a surprise ingredient, sour cream, to make it more indulgent and delicious. Geoffrey Zakarian is not one to shy away from pasta, and shares his recipe for a winter-friendly Carbonara that incorporates some seasonal ingredients such as Swiss chard and pancetta.
In the next segment, the hosts show viewers how to keep things festive and fun with some cozy winter entertaining tips. Jeff Mauro whips up a warm drink called Spiked Hot Apple Cider that is sure to be a hit at any winter gathering. Katie Lee Biegel is all about setting the atmosphere, showing viewers how to use winter foliage to create beautiful table decorations and bringing touch of the outdoors inside.
Things get sweeter as the show continues, with a segment on winter baking. Sunny Anderson shares her recipe for a decadent Chocolate Bundt Cake with Spiced Pecans to add a little sweetness to the end of any winter meal. Geoffrey Zakarian gets in on the baking action with his recipe for Almond and Orange Biscotti, perfect for dunking into coffee or hot chocolate on a cold winter day.
As the show comes to a close, the hosts reflect on their winter favorites and share some fun ideas for how to make the most of the season. From sledding to ice skating, they encourage viewers to embrace the chilly weather and find joy in all the fun activities that winter has to offer.
Overall, this episode of The Kitchen is the perfect way to get cozy and embrace the joys of winter through food, drink, and entertainment. With hearty meals, warm drinks, and sweet treats, these winter favorites are sure to warm up any chilly day.