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Sara's Secrets Episodes

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Season 3, Episode 1

One Dish Wonders

It's not neccessary to dirty several pots and pans to cook a meal. Just use one pot. Pork and Hominy Stew w/ Red Chiles (Pozole Rojo); Lamb Tangine w/ Prunes, Apricots, and Vegetables.

Season 3, Episode 2

Fall is right around the corner, the perfect weather for a bowl of soup. Roasted Kabocha Squash Soup w/ Pancetta and Sage; French Lentil Soup w/ Sausage; Smoked Salmon Chowder w/ Lemon Pepper Crackers.

Season 3, Episode 3

Cooking Ahead

You don't have to cook everyday. Cook today and save leftovers for tomorrow. Lamb and Eggplant Pastitsio; Six-Hour Pork Roast

Season 3, Episode 4

Savory Pies

Try a pie for dinner. They're not just for dessert anymore! Tamale Pies; Braised-Lamb Shank Shepherd's Pie w/ Creamed Spinach.

Season 3, Episode 5

All About Chicken

Chicken often gets a bad rap as a boring food. It isn't! Lavender and Thyme Roasted Cornish Games Hens; Filipino "Adobo"-Style Chicken; Thai-style Green Curry Chicken.

Season 3, Episode 6

Holiday Cake

Nick Malgieri shows Sara a great cake for the holidays; Buche de Noel.

Season 3, Episode 7

Sunday Pot Roast

An all time favorite, always tasty and a big hit. Beer Braised Brisket w/ Root Vegetables.

Season 3, Episode 8

Fun Cooking for One

Just because you're cooking for one doesn't mean you shouldn't eat well. Grilled New York Strip Steak w/ Salsa Verde; Orzo w/ Tomatoes and Arugula; Chocolate Raspberry Icebox Cake.

Season 3, Episode 9

Cooking in a Shoebox

Sara will share tips and secrets proving you don't need a lot of space to cook well. Turkey Scallopini w/ Capers and Lemon w/ Spinach; Rigatoni w/ Eggplant, Tomato, and Ricotta; Honey and Soy Glazed Salmon.

Season 3, Episode 10

Gadgets Galore: Food Processor

This unsung hero of the countertop has a million and one uses. Pao (Portuguese Farm Bread); Ossobuco; Soft Raspberry-Lime "Ice Cream".

Season 3, Episode 11

Taqueria Night

Why not make a weeknight meal special? Tacos are festive and easy to put together. Fish Tacos, Shredded Beef Flautas; Picadillo Tacos

Season 3, Episode 12

All-American Breakfast

Bring on the eggs and bacon - it's an All- American breakfast! Almond Coconut Granola; Cornmeal and Currants Griddlecakes w Apple-Cinnamon Syrup; Banana-Stuffed French Toast; Broiled Grapefruit w/ Vanilla-Ginger Syrup

Season 3, Episode 13

Five Ingredients or Fewer

Who says you need a lot of ingredients to make a tasty dish? We'll show you how less can actually be more. Romaine-Wrapped Halibut; Pickled Cucumber and Red Cabbage; Roasted Spiced Sweet Potatoes; Chocolate Souffle Cake w/ Orange Caramel Sauce.

Season 3, Episode 14

Just Say Cheese

Ooey, gooey and oh so good! No one doesn't like melted cheese. Chiles Rellenoes; Soupe a L'Oignon au Fromage (French Onion soup); Deep-dish Sausage and Tomato Pizza.

Season 3, Episode 15

International Sandwiches

Sandwiches are great any time of the day. Gary Thompson shows Sara how they make wonderful lunches but work equally well for dinner. New York-Style Philly Cheese Steak; Cubano (Cuban-Style Pressed Sandwich); Bahn Mi (Vietnamese-Style Sandwich)

Season 3, Episode 16

All About Peanut Butter

Lee Zalben shows Sara peanut butter is for more than just PB&J. Chicken Sates w/ Spicy Peanut Sauce; Frozen Peanut Butter Pie; Elvis Sandwich.

Season 3, Episode 17

Pot Luck Fun

Got invited to a pot luck and don't know what to bring? Carry any of these great dishes. Ham, Fontina, and Spinach Bread Pudding; Spanish-Style Chicken w/ Saffron Rice (Arroz con Pollo).

Season 3, Episode 18

Cooking for One

Just because you're cooking for one doesn't mean you shouldn't eat well. Grilled New York Strip Steak w/ Salsa Verde; Orzo w/ Tomatoes and Arugula; Chocolate Raspberry Icebox Cake.

Season 3, Episode 19

Melting Pot Meals

Getika Kharma shows you how to create a delicious diversified meal from different cultures. Horiatiki Salad; Punjabi-Style Masala Shrimp; Chilled Zabaglione w/ Berries

Season 3, Episode 20

Quick and Easy Breads

Brother Rick Curry shows Sara some breads for dinner that are as easy as pie. Irish Soda Bread; Brother's Bread; Apricot, Orange, Cranberry Bread; Christmas Morning Cinnamon Buns

Season 3, Episode 21

Eating Right

Cary Neff proves food can be healthy and delicious. Ranch Dressing; Chicken Pot-au-Feu; Espresso Cake

Season 3, Episode 22

Market Basket

Go to the market and make use of the fresh produce. Mesclun and Ricotta Salata on Grilled Garlic Toasts; Red Lentil Soup; Thin Apple Tartlets

Season 3, Episode 23

A Chef Cooks at Home

Prepare a fancy meal at home with help from an all-star chef, Charlie Palmer. Cod w/ Local Wax Beans, Chorizo, and Soy-Sherry Sauce; Portobello and Eggplant Tart; Strawberries Floating in Red Wine.

Season 3, Episode 24

Chocolate Desserts

Chocolate is the ultimate dessert. Who doesn't love it? Jackie Riley shows Sara even more ways to indulge. Chocolate Date Cake w/ Coconut Cognac Sauce; Peppermint Hot Chocolate; Chocolate-Raspberry Truffle.

Season 3, Episode 25

East Indian Dinner

Getika Khanna shows Sara how to go exotic with an East Indian Dinner. Indian-Spiced Eggplant; Palak Paneer (Fresh Cheese with Spinach).

Season 3, Episode 26

Cooking for a Crowd

Sara cooks up a crowd-pleasing menu with the New York Giants in no time flat. Skirt Steak Fajitas w/ Lime and Black Pepper; Roasted Tomatillo Salsa; Rice, Bean, and Corn Salad; Grilled Bell Peppers w/ Criolla Sauce.

Season 3, Episode 27

Dim Sum Party

Dim sum is more than just dumplings. Martin Yan demos some fun, delicious recipes. Lobster Potsticker; Nori-Sesame Shrimp Toast; Shanghai Sticky Rice Siu Mai

Season 3, Episode 28

Pacific Northwest Thanksgiving

Break away from tradition and skip the turkey this year, with new recipes from Cory Screiber. Oysters w/Creme Fraiche, Lemon and Tarragon; Wild Rice and Chanterelle Salad w/Dried Fruit;Leg of Venison w/Cider-Baked Apples.

Season 3, Episode 29

Dinner With Friends

Enjoy a simple dinner with friends, courtesy of Art Smith. Homemade Chicken Tamales; Seven-Layer Salad w/ Dill-Caper Dressing; Tropical Upside-Down Cake

Season 3, Episode 31

Halloween Party

Spook your Halloween guests with a dinner to remember. Bloody Orange and Beet Salad; Spooky Salmon w/ Dracula Glaze; Caramel Apples.

Season 3, Episode 32

Everyday Caribbean

Make Caribbean food a regular for dinner. Virginia Burke presents some classic favorites. Jerk Chicken; Rice and Peas; Baked Plantains; Palm Heart Salad

Season 3, Episode 33

Cooking with the Kids

Cooking with kids can be entertaining yet educational. Baby Egg Rolls w/ Soy Sesame Dipping Sauce; Chicken Scaloppine w/ Fresh Tomato or Salsa Sauce; Crispy Broccoli w/ Capellini in Broth; Jiggly Orange Wedges

Season 3, Episode 34

Hors d'oeuvre Party

Instead of a full meal, try some hors d'oeuvre instead, courtesy of Fritz Sonnenschmidt. Smoked Salmon and Salmon Roe on Crispy Pancakes w/ Horseradish Cream and Pickled Onions; Goat Cheese Canape w/ Sweet Peppers; BBQ Serrano-Wrapped Shrimp; Endive w/ Red Pepper Mousse.

Season 3, Episode 35

All About Chilies

Are you intimidated by chilies? Sara can help. Pepper Vinegar; Grilled Chicken Wings w/ Gai Yang Sauce; Arrabiata Sauce, Rajas con Crema.

Season 3, Episode 36

Simple Seafood

Richard Vallente shows you that preparing seafood isn't as complicated as it seems. Quick Marinated Shrimp Kebab; Cod and Littleneck Clams in an Almond Tomato Sauce; Lemony Sole w/ Green Olives, Bacon, and Capers.

Season 3, Episode 37

Championship Chili

The easiest way to please a hungry crowd is a vat full of chili. Swick and Swick World Championship Chili; Cheddar-Jalapeno Corn Sticks; Southwestern Black Bean Dip

Season 3, Episode 38

Serving Spectacular

Sara will share secrets/tips to spectacular presentations that are simple to create. Cream of Portobello Mushroom Soup w/ Puff Pastry Tops; Chicken w/ Shallot-Mashed Potatoes, Escarole, Frizzled Parsnips, and Basil Oil; Black-Bottom Caramel Pudding

Season 3, Episode 39

Fireside Dinner

There's nothing like the crackling sound of a flickering fire to create the perfect atmosphere for a cozy dinner for four. Caramelized Leek Soup w/ Raclette Cheese Toasts; Crisp Duck Breast w/ Pink Peppercorn Sauce; Sauteed Kohlrabi and Watercress.

Season 3, Episode 40

French Sunday Lunch

Sara prepares a lesiurely French Sunday lunch with Jean Luc Keifer. Le Backeoffe; Arugula Salad w/ Aged Gouda, Savory Praline, and Whole-Grain Mustard Dressing; Almond Pear Clafouti

Season 3, Episode 41

One Pot Wonders: Boeuf a la Bourguignonne

Sara cooks the classic beef stew from Burgundy, Boeuf a la Bourguignonne

Season 3, Episode 42

Everyday Asian

Join Sara and chef Corinne Trang as they go through the basics of Asian cooking. Grilled Lemongrass Pork Tenderloin Skewers; Rice Vermicelli; Fish Dipping Sauce; Sweet Banana and Coconut Milk Soup.

Season 3, Episode 43

Perfect Pairings

Learn what wines go best with each dish from wine expert Michael Greene. Twice-Baked Goat Cheese Souffles w/ Salad; Crispy Roast Duck with Mustard and Green Peppercorn Sauce; Poached Pears w/ Ginger and Port.

Season 3, Episode 44

Entertaining On a Shoestring

You don't have to spend a fortune to have have a great, impressive asian-themed meal. Miso Soup w/ Carrots and Tofu; Carrot Ginger Dressing; Japanese Chicken; Water Chestnut and Scallion Yakitori

Season 3, Episode 45

Fiesta Latino

Sara and her special guest Anthony Lamas will prepare a simple Brazilian meal. Shrimp Ceviche; Feijoada

Season 3, Episode 46

Fabulous Meatless Meals

Meat doesn't always have to be the center of attention. Jeanne Lemlin demos some recipes so good, you just might go vegetarian. Mixed Greens w/ Dried Cranberries and Toasted Pecans; Walnut Loaf; Egg Noodles w/ Garlic and Herbs.

Season 3, Episode 47

All About Turkey

Don't wait for Thanksgiving to eat turkey, it's great year-round dish. Southeast Asian Style Turkey Burgers w/ Pickled Cucumbers; Parmesan-Coated Turkey Cutlets; Turkey Wings w/ Easy Mole Sauce.

Season 3, Episode 48

Pot Luck

Ann Kaiser shares some great make ahead, one dish recipes for pot luck suppers, quick weeknight meals or easy entertaining. Choucroute Garnie; Four-Pasta Beef Bake; Marbled Chocolate Cheesecake Bars

Season 3, Episode 49

Super Sauces

Learn the different types of Ragu; Bolognese and Napoletana, w/two experts, Alex Goren and Sandro Manzo. Ragu all Bolognese; Ragu alla Napoletana.

Season 3, Episode 50

Spring Celebration

Lose the winter blues! Throw a spring bash, Alexandra and Eliot Angle will provide the menu, you provide the guests. Jicama Slices w/ Avocado and Crab Salad; Steamed-Chicken Rice Balls with Dipping Sauce; Slippery Fish; Fresh Garden Pickles with Aioli.

Season 3, Episode 51

Entertaining Made Effortless

Round up some friends and Sara will provide a stunning menu for a great party. Endive and Roquefort Spirals w/ Creamy Walnut Vinaigrette; Salmon in Phyllo w/ Pepperoncini and Smoked Salmon Stuffing; Sauteed Spinach with Garlic Chips.

Season 3, Episode 52

The Chefs Cook at Home

Take a peek at what chefs Claudia Fleming and Gerry Hayden enjoy at home. Marinated Calamari Salad w/ Ligurian Oil-cured Olives, Celery Leaves, and Chiles; Chianti-Braised Osso Bucco w/ Roasted Fennel and Fingerling Potatoes and Lemon Parsley Pesto; Banana-Pecan Strudels

Season 3, Episode 53

International Breakfast

Sara shows you just a fraction of uses for the incredible egg. Eggs Baked in Red Wine; Huevos Divorciados; Grits with Tasso.

Season 3, Episode 54

Greek Easter

Easter is a holiday celebrated worldwide and nowhere with as much pageantry and traditional foods than in Greece. Roasted Leg of Lamb w/ Saffron and Olive Salsa; Chicken Soup w/ Egg-Lemon Sauce; Spinach Pie.

Season 3, Episode 55

Spring Sides

Join Sara as she cooks up some quick side dishes using the best the season has to offer. Sugar Snap Peas with Ginger and Garlic; Steamed Radishes with Lemon Dill Butter; Vegetables Printanier

Season 3, Episode 56

The Classics Get Skinny

Maintain your diet with a twist on the old classics. Keep the flavor, lose the fat. Low Fat Thousand Island Dressing; Chicken Potpie w/ Chive Mash Potatoes; Dried Cherry and Raisin Pudding

Season 3, Episode 57

Double Duty Ingredients

Create a meal for one night and use your leftovers as an appetizer for the next. Black Bean Cakes w/ Spicy Cilantro Sauce; Pistachio-Crusted Salmon Cakes; Chicken and Sweet-Potato Croquettes w/ Cranberry Apple Salsa.

Season 3, Episode 58

Gadgets Galore - Toaster Oven

Your toaster oven can be used for more than the classic breakfast favorite. Fish en Papillote w/Julienned Vegetables and Trufflr Oil; Mini Meat Loaves; Strawberry-Rhubarb Cobbler w/Gingered Biscuit Topping.

Season 3, Episode 59

Three Simple Sautes

Sara demonstrates three simple saute dishes that are a snap to whip up. Blackened Fish; Sauteed Pork Loin w/ Mustard and Grapes, Lemon-Garlic Lamb Chops w/ Yogurt Sauce.

Season 3, Episode 60

Serve Something Spectacular

Alfred Portale shows you how to dazzle your guests with a meal to die for. Red Snapper Braised w/ Rosemary, New Potatoes, and Garlic Confit; Crushed White Bean Bruschetta w/ White Truffle Oil; Seared Marinated Shrimp, Spiced Mango and Avocado Salad and Citrus Dressing.

Season 3, Episode 61

5 Ingredients or Less

Throw together an entire meal with only five ingredients. Bacon-Wrapped Trout with Rosemary; Crisp Rosemary Potatoes; Haricots Verts w/ Lemon Brown Butter; Tarte Tatin.

Season 3, Episode 62

Old Fashioned Desserts

Indulge your sweet tooth, try a retro dessert from Bill Yosses. Lemon Meringue Pie; Chocolate Mousse; Crepes Suzette

Season 3, Episode 63

All About Dried Herbs

Add natural flavor to your dishes by adding some dried herbs. Shiitake-Crusted Chicken with Creamed Mushrooms; Grilled Lemon Prawns with Bernaise; Ratatouille

Season 3, Episode 64

Steakhouse Dinner

Sara prepares a classic American steakhouse dinner. Shrimp Cocktail; Grilled Porterhouse Steaks; Creamed Spinach.

Season 3, Episode 65

Cooking for One Is Fun

Cooking for yourself can sometimes be a drag, if you don't have the right recipes. Sara comes to your rescue. Grilled Open-Faced Vegetable, Pesto, and Mozzarella Sandwiches; Gumbo Z'Herbes w/ Red Beans, Asparagus; Gruyere, and Tarragon Souffled Omelet.

Season 3, Episode 66