Calling all cooks! The Neelys have a "Blue Plate Special" that's sure to put up the tickets! First, Pat's making his filing Chopped Steak With Mushroom and Onion Gravy. Then, it's creamy, Mashed Cauliflower and Cheese. Finally, a refined dessert you can bake at the drop of a hat, toothsome Chocolate Tartlets. Hurry, this "Blue Plate Special" won't last long!
A money saving Mediterranean Menu is on the horizon! Rich and hearty Mousaka and Sandra's Spinach and Pasta Pie are both on the menu as well as a fantastic dessert at a fantastic price, Walnut Raisin Tartlets. Cocktail Time captures the flavor of the Mediterranean with a Rosemary Lemon Spritzer plus a delicious Round Two Recipe for Spinach Mushroom Pasta.
It's one of the most heart-healthy nuts out there, and it's the featured ingredient in all the dishes in this episode - the almond. It's also a delicious compliment to just about any dish, so check out the amazing recipes for Sole Almondine, Mushroom Almond Pilaf, Phylly-Wrapped Brie with Almonds, Almond Baklava, and the most amazing Amaretto Stinger.
Damaris and one of her best friends, pastry chef Terra Nelson, rent a movie from their favorite video store and decide to whip up the perfect snacks to munch as they watch. On the menu: Hickory and Gorgonzola Popcorn, easy handmade Wild Mushroom and Cheddar Pork Sausages and no one can resist their Homemade Candy Bars With Chunks of Cookies and Caramel.
Fantastic Far East flavors take center stage as Sandra shows you how to throw an inspired Asian celebration complete with fantastic food, a great cocktail and of course a stunning Asian themed tablescape. On the party menu are Ginger Rice Stuffed Mushrooms, Vegetable Lo Mein, Black Tea Chicken with Eggplant, Coconut and Black Rice Pudding, and for cocktail time...Sandra's signature Saki Spritzer.
Tia Mowry is bringing over Naya Rivera, Rich Paul, Gabrielle Dennis and Alphonso McAuley to munch and mingle. After picking up some cool party pieces from her friend Cassandra, she's setting up a classic cocktail bar for the party. Tia's making Bourbon Sours to toast with over Grilled Mushroom Flatbread, Lamb Meatballs with Gremolata and Cornbread Madeleines with Ancho Chile Butter.
Trisha Yearwood is a huge fan of husband and wife singer-songwriters Jason Isbell and Amanda Shires. True to southern hospitality, Trisha invites them over for a delicious meal with an added kick. On the menu is a refreshing Hatch Chili Watermelon Spritzer, a Tamale Pie that's truly top-notch, Wild Mushroom Blackened Poblano Tacos and a Spiced Chocolate Tart for dessert.
Ree Drummond is sharing a collection of super-fast dinners. First, shortcuts are the star in quick and easy Tex-Mex Pulled Chicken. Then, there's speedy and spicy Orange-Ginger Steak Stir-Fry, and thrifty Creamy Pork Chop Pasta with Easy Caesar is a 16-minute marvel. Finally, having no time is no problem with Mushroom Street Tacos that are made in minutes.
Spring is in the air, and Ree Drummond celebrates the season with a light and lovely Angel Food Cake with Rosé Berries. Then, she has two seasonal one pan wonders: an impressively easy Mushroom and Asparagus Oven Risotto and an epic, crisp and gooey Spring Grilled Cheese. Finally, Ree makes Mini Cauliflower Pizzas for a fresh spin on a favorite.
Ree Drummond and the kids are home on the ranch making marvelous quick and easy meals. For entertaining, there's Pork Marsala with Mushrooms and, just for Ree, a gorgeous Grilled Shrimp Panzanella. To eat on the run, Ree makes perfectly portable Spinach Artichoke Calzones and shortcut Creamy Tortellini Soup, a real 10-minute wonder. These four family favorites are fast and fabulous!