It's nonstop pasta with a collection of delicious ranch favorites. Ree Drummond makes a feisty Fiesta Mac and Cheese casserole to stock the freezer and a trio of awesome five-ingredient pastas, including Spaghetti Carbonara. Plus, Ree shares her go-to lunch for the kids, Cajun Veggie Pasta, and nothing beats her Pasta with Tomato Cream Sauce for comfort food.
Ree Drummond celebrates her middle children Paige and Bryce, with three snapshots of food and fun over a week while the other kids are away. She's making their favorite food starting with Cornmeal Pancakes with Blueberry Syrup. There's speedy, creamy Bow Tie Chicken Alfredo and build-your-own Grilled Fruit Pizzas with a cookie base, cream cheese frosting and indoor grilled glossy fruit.
Melissa d'Arabian dresses up a wallet-friendly classic without breaking her budget. Her tender Meatloaf gets an extra flavor boost from her Mustard and Sour Cream Gravy. On the side, Twice-Baked Mashed Potatoes are brimming with green onions and cheddar cheese, and her Braised Collard Greens are tender and flavored with bacon, garlic, and lemon zest. Comfort never tasted this good!
Melissa d'Arabian prepares one of her favorite sandwiches, the classic Cubano. Featuring roast pork, sliced ham, swiss cheese, and Melissa's homemade Quick Garlic Pickles. A cup of Black Bean Soup makes a quick yet delicious accompaniment. For dessert, another of Melissa's favorites: homemade Angel Food Cake, dressed up with toasted coconut, fresh orange segments, and a spoonful of sour cream.
Valerie Bertinelli loves classic Thanksgiving dishes, but decides to mix it up by putting new twists on traditional favorites. She previews the recipes for the big holiday for some friends, including Turkey Roulade with Cranberry Citrus Stuffing and Pan Gravy, Root Vegetable Gratin, Succotash Salad, a Cream Cheese Log with Sweet and Spicy Cranberry Relish, and for dessert, a delectable Pumpkin Love Cake.