The chefs start off moving very fast in the appetizer round, trying to make stellar dishes from lump crabmeat and ice cream cones. But in the rush, one competitor forgets something important in the oven. Then thirsty for victory, the chefs find a sports drink in the basket in the entree round. And with carob syrup and spaghetti squash, what unusual dessert recipes will the final two competitors create on the fly?
Jeff Mauro dishes out his best entertaining advice along with The Kitchen's top party-pleasing recipes. Kicking it off are ideas from Sunny Anderson and Katie Lee Biegel for a fun and delicious German Pub Party. Then, Jeff makes Smoked Crispy Chicken Drumsticks with Maple Butter Hot Sauce, perfect for pleasing a crowd, while Katie shares a new take on her favorite starter with her Maple Bacon Deviled Eggs. Geoffrey Zakarian shows off a super fun dessert to make tableside -- Crepes Suzette -- and Sunny's Hot Ham and Cheese Wreath is sure to impress for the holidays. Finally, nothing wows dinner guests more than a mini torch -- so Jeff flames up his Coffee Créme Brulee for a sweet finish to any special occasion.
The Kitchen is making flavorful and veggie-packed recipes! Jeff Mauro shares his Chicken Pot Pie with Butternut Squash Gravy and Katie Lee adds her Chicken Alfredo Spaghetti Squash Boats to the menu. The hosts have the verdict on some of your most questionable health habits and talk healthy swaps for favorite foods in a round of "If You Like This, Try This." Geoffrey Zakarian serves up a new twist on a classic with Sweet Potato Pizza Crust. Sunny Anderson shares her recipe for Maple Almond Butter Brownies that pair perfectly with Geoffrey Zakarian's Oat Milk Latte.
Trisha Yearwood sings with the legendary Brenda Lee for a breast cancer benefit at the Grand Ole Opry. The special night inspires Trisha to cook up her favorite hometown recipes including Sweet and Spicy Glazed Sweet Potatoes, Stovetop Smoked Baby Back Ribs with Maple BBQ Sauce, Peach and Brown Butter Skillet Pie and Boozy Brown Butter Milkshakes. Later, she reminisces about the performance and her favorite moments at the iconic Opry over the years.
Jeff Mauro cooks up a traditional family favorite, Chicken Tortellini Soup, and Food Network.com has new and tasty ways to lighten up three of your favorite dishes. Geoffrey Zakarian teaches us a kitchen basic mother sauce, while Marcela Valladolid and Katie Lee keep it healthy and delicious with their grain bowl recipes. We'll show you a few overlooked ingredients that you just might like, and Geoffrey wraps it all up with his warm Maple and Rum Toddy while the hosts get popping with fantastic ways to top popcorn.
Mentioned in this episode:
Lemony Hearts of Palm Salad
Mashed Potatoes with Olive Oil and Herbs
Oven Fried Chicken
Low-Fat Clam Chowder