Ep 9. Stuffed

In this episode of The Kitchen, titled "Stuffed," the hosts are focused on dishes that are filled to the brim with delicious ingredients, from breakfast to dinner and even dessert.

First up, Jeff Mauro prepares a breakfast stuffed with classic flavors: his Denver Omelet Croissants. He fills buttery croissants with a mixture of eggs, ham, peppers, onions, and cheese for a portable breakfast that's sure to please the whole family.

Next, Sunny Anderson whips up a hearty stuffed pepper soup, perfect for a cozy dinner on a chilly day. She simmers ground beef, onions, peppers, and tomatoes in a flavorful broth, then adds in rice and beans for extra texture and nutrition. But the star of the dish is the stuffed peppers that float throughout the soup, adding bursts of flavor and texture with each spoonful.

Katie Lee Biegel takes the stuffing concept to the next level with her Stuffed Zucchini Boats. She hollows out zucchinis and stuffs them with a mixture of ground turkey, quinoa, feta cheese, and spices, then bakes them for a healthy and satisfying weeknight meal.

Geoffrey Zakarian is on dessert duty this episode, and he's putting a decadent twist on a classic treat with his Stuffed Cannoli 2 Ways. He creates two varieties of this beloved Italian dessert: one filled with a ricotta-mascarpone mixture studded with pistachios, and another stuffed with a Nutella-ricotta blend. Both are sure to satisfy any sweet tooth.

In addition to these stuffed dishes, the hosts share plenty of tips and tricks for making cooking and baking easier and more enjoyable. Sunny Anderson shares her quick and easy hack for dicing onions without any tears, while Katie Lee Biegel shows how to make a homemade spice blend for adding flavor to any dish. Plus, the hosts taste test some popular kitchen gadgets and share their thoughts on which ones are worth the investment.

Overall, this episode of The Kitchen is all about creative and delicious dishes that are sure to be a hit with your friends and family. Whether you're looking for a quick breakfast on the go, a comforting soup for dinner, or a decadent dessert, the stuffed recipes in this episode are sure to satisfy.