Ree Drummond is in her kitchen giving classic dishes a lighter spin. There are incredible spice-rubbed Grilled Cauliflower Steaks and fully loaded Lightened Up Nachos. She also makes a platter of Mushroom "Cheesesteak" Lettuce Wraps, and plain old mash gets a boost as Garlic Mashed Potatoes.
In Las Vegas, Nev., Michael Symon tackles towering burgers piled with spicy Korean pork bulgogi and juicy pork belly pastrami. In Denver, a modern-day sloppy joe is loaded with iconic brisket burnt ends. Finally, a fusion spot in Tulsa serves lamb-chili tacos and cheesy shawarma nachos.
Kardea Brown sets up carnival games and delicious fair food in the backyard for the kids in her life -- big and small! She makes Lowcountry Seafood Nachos served in baskets, Mini Corn Dog Muffins, Funnel Cake Bites topped with Strawberry Sauce and Chocolate Dipped Frozen Bananas on a Stick.
It's a high-stakes stakeout at Smith's in Las Vegas, Nev., as the chefs gamble with unsuspecting shoppers' carts to create the best nacho platter. Then they time-travel to dish up a retro-goes-modern classic, with the final two chefs gambling for a sweet and salty win.
J. Gilligans in Arlington, Texas, serves up Irish Nachos but instead of using tortilla chips, they use potatoes. Chef Bernandino Valdez shows how the deliciously cheesy dish is created.