Ree Drummond is in her kitchen revisiting and refreshing some of her favorite recipes from her books. First up is Chicken Fried Steak Medallions, and Pantry Pasta 2.0 is a twist on an old classic. Chicken Summer Stir Fry is a new spin on a speedy standby, and then, she's showcasing Butter Pecan French Toast.
With the boys away, it's quality time for the cowgirls! There's a beautiful veggie-packed Pasta Primavera for dinner, before it's time to get back to the real world; the guys are coming home, so dinner is a Drummond crowd-pleaser that's loved by cowboys and cowgirls alike, Perfect Bacon Cheeseburgers and Perfect French Fries.
The Kitchen is celebrating Mother's Day, starting with Geoffrey Zakarian's Chamomile French Toast and Katie Lee's Mini Broccoli Quiches. Then Bloom School is in session with three new floral arrangements for mom, the gang plays Pass the Chicken Salad using rotisserie chicken and actress Susan Lucci stops by for a Mother's Day tea party.
The Chopped judges take on some of the notorious mystery baskets. Alex Guarnaschelli attempts the impossible with a French puff pastry presentation, Maneet Chauhan and Chris Santos have a battle of fish and chips, and a wine-sipping Ted Allen provides plenty of dramatic narration while the judges prepare dishes from cake pops and quail.
Marc Summers investigates that American icon, the hot dog. With a tour of the Sabrett factory in the Bronx, learn about sauerkraut at the Fremont Company in Ohio, corn dogs at Hinsdale Farms in Indiana, buffalo dogs plus French's yellow mustard and an American hot dog-eating champion as he shares his speed-eating secrets.
Valerie Bertinelli loves a good slow-cooked dish, and she's making a French classic, Cassoulet, for her friend, Chef Ludo Lefebvre. Even though it sounds fancy, Valerie's version is budget-friendly and so delicious! Her menu for Chef Ludo's visit also includes Fennel and Greens Salad, Lemon Sorbet in Lemon Cups and Pistachio Brittle.