Sara's Secrets Episodes
Poach it!
Poaching can be intimidating, but with these recipes, it's easy as 1-2-3. Black Sea Bass & Mussels a la Nage; Poule au Pot
Heat Beater Sauces
Make sauces that can stand the heat in the kitchen. Minted Pea Sauce; Yellow Tomato Coulis; Miso Vinaigrette; Low Country Aioli
Grilled Sandwiches
What's more comforting than a delicious grilled sandwich? John Behrens shows some new twists on a classic favorite. Monte Cristo; Grill Works Sandwich; Chicken Breast, Dried Tomato, and Mozzarella Panini
You Can Please Everyone - Vegetarian and Carnivore
Trying to please both meat eaters and vegetarians isn't easy. These tasty, creative recipes can help. Chicken Curry/Veg Curry; Double-Sided Spinach & Cheese Strata.
Chefs Cook at Home: John and Caprial
Get valuable cooking tips for home use from professional chefs John & Caprial Pence. Marinated Lamb Kebabs w/ Chile-Yogurt Sauce; Chilled Roasted Red Pepper Soup w/ Avocado-Chile Salsa; Couscous w/ Spiced Almonds.
Burger Basics
Michael Romano reveals the secrets behind moist, juicy burgers. Det Burger w/ James Beard's Favorite Hamburger, Chickpea Walnut Burgers, Yellow Fin Tuna Burger w/ Ginger-Mustard Glaze.
Berry Best
Enjoy one of the best parts of summer, berries, in these simple and elegant desserts. Blueberry Summer Pudding, Strawberry Panna Cotta w/ Strawberry Compote, White Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake
Chicken Salads
Chicken + salad = a winning combination. Chicken "Club" Salad, Asian Chicken Salad w/ Cellophane Noodles
Global Noodles
Quick and easy pasta dishes for satisfying yet simple meals. Linguine Alle Vongole, Ants in a Tree, Penne w/ Slow Roasted Cherry Tomatoes and Goat Cheese
Farm Fresh
Take advantage of summer and enjoy the fresh produce from our nation's small farms. Greek Zucchini Cakes; Cauliflower Pie; Gazpacho.
Sara's Favorite Restaurant Dishes
Sara gets the inside scoop on her favorite restaurant's dishes. Veal Nightgown; Fried Calamari w/ Spicy Anchovy Mayonnaise
Everyday Mexican
Roberto Santibanez will show you how easy it is to make Mexican food at home. Grilled Chicken w/ Pipian Rojo del Norte; Jicama, Beet, and Carrot Salad; Charred Mexican Corn w/ Lime, Cheese, and Chile; Horchata de Coco
Gadgets Galore: Ice Cream Parlor Treats
Summertime and ice cream are the perfect combination. Sara shows you some treats that are just too cool. Vanilla Bean Ice Cream, Black-and-White Sundaes, Sky-High Layered Ice Cream Cake.
More Meatless Meals
Anna Thomas demos some dishes so tasty and creative, no one will miss the meat. Giant Stuffed Artichokes; Polenta w/ Leeks and Gorgonzola; Pink Grapefruit Sorbet.
Beer Tasting
Delicious food perfectly paired with great beer and expert Garrett Oliver to guide you through the process. Beer Ribs; Quesadillas; Mustard Caraway Chicken Wings.
Everyday Italian
Impress your family with an easy Italian dinner from Vita Greco. Farfalle w/ Pignole, Prosciutto, and Spinach; Mozzarella en Carrozza; Chicken Cacciatorra.
Sensational Sides
Spruce up your dinner with some new side dish ideas. Grilled Sweet Potatoes w/ Lime Cilantro Vinaigrette; Fresh Okra w/ Tomatoes & Ginger; Creamy Corn w/ Chives; Tostones.
Simply Shaker
Go back in time and see how the Shakers ate. Learn to recreate some authentic recipes. Lima Beans and Pork Chops; Ginger Beets; Corn Pudding; Apple Pie w/ Rosewater.
Effortlesss Entertaining
Entertaining should be a breeze, not a hassle. Tomato Pie; Layered White Bean, Tuna, and Vegetable Salad; Grilled Leeks w/ Herbed Vinaigrette.
5 Ingredients or Fewer
Five ingredients or less and you've got a delicious dinner! Two-Bean Salad, Rib-Eye Steak au Poivre, Stir-Fried Spicy Carrots w/ Peanuts, Grilled Pineapple w/ Rum Dulce de Leche.
The Skinny on the Classics
You can have your dessert AND eat it too. Try these healthier and easier recipes from Patsy Jamieson and the Eating Well kitchen. Lemon Verbena Cheesecake, Cherry-Almond Crumble.
Girls at the Grill
Get tips from grilling guru Elizabeth Kamel. Grilled Antipasto with Mezzo Soprano Sauce; Grilled Banana Split Sundae.
Pot Luck Contest
Get some of the best recipes from fellow viewers as they compete for the blue ribbon. Zach’s Alotta Southwestern Enchiladas, Sancocho, Cold Thai Salmon
Founder's Feast
This fourth of July, dazzle your friends with an Independence Day menu from Caroline Young. Poached Salmon w/ Tarragon Sauce; Purple Potato, Sugar Snap Pea, and Mint Salad; Berry Tart w/ Ginger Cream; Fizzy Sour Cherry Lemonade
Wedding Rehearsal Dinner
An extra-special celebration calls for the perfect meal, courtesy of Kate Manchester. Grilled Halibut, Arugula, Tomato Salad, and Gremolata; Garlic Crusted Sliced Pork Loin; Succotash.
Cakeman Raven
Get basic and fancy cake recipes from the cake master, Cake Man Raven. Southern Red Velvet Cake
Shortcut Supper
Aunt Fannie and Louis Di Palo creative show you some ways to put together a meal with homemade as well as store-bought ingredients. Fannie's Antipasti; Potato Frittata; Tossed Green Salad
Country Brunch
Impress your guests on a summer's day with a simple country brunch. Baked Eggs and Mushrooms in Ham Crisps; Cheddar Scallion Drop Biscuits; Perfect Hashbrowns; Blood Orange and Grapefruit Juice
DIY Dinners
A host's dream party! Complete make ahead dishes that guests put together to make their own meal. Spiced Curly Tortilla Chips; Vegetable and Bean Chili; Chicken in Green Chile Sauce; Fresh Tomato Salsa; Frozen Margaritas
Al Fresco Favorites
Debra Ponsek will prepare some fun and easy outdoor treats that are sure please everyone. Pack-and-Pour Nectarine Soup, Picnic Basket Buttermilk Fried Chicken, Bittersweet Beachside Brownies.
Nuevo Latino
Suzannah Goiham shows you how to surprise your family w/a new cuisine for dinner: Latin American! Arepitas w/ Chimichurri & Queso Fresco; Quesillo (Caramel Coconut Flan); Seared Mahi Mahi w/ Grilled Mango-Pineapple Salsa, Green Rice, and Black Beans
New World Cuisine
Chef Norman Van Aken will introduce you to some new ingredients and help jazz up your dinners. Poulet a la Creole; Red Rice; Black Bean, Tropical Fruit, and Queso Blanco Salsa.
Effortless Entertaining: Cocktail Party
Impress your guests with a cocktail party, and never leave the fun! Shiitake Frittata Squares w/ Prosciutto; Sourdough Toasts w/ Smoky Tomato Confit; Miniature Jalapeno Souffles
Singapore Sensations
Singapore food is an amalgam of several ethnic cuisines all coming together in unique dishes. Violet Oon demonstrates. Singapore Chili Prawns; Hainanese Chicken Rice; Chipped Ice with Fruit
All Hallows Bash
Spook your guests with scary Halloween fare. Squash Soup w/Pumpernickel Witches and Spicy "Blood Droplets"; Mussels alla Diavola; Ghostly Panna Cottas w/Ghastly Sauce.
All Star Entertaining
Treat your friends and family like superstars with this fancy menu line-up. Baltimore Orioles Crabcakes; Seattle Mariners Ichi-Rolls; Anaheim Angels Yucatan Taquitos; Chicago Cubs Hot Dogs.
Midnight Buffet
This New Year's Eve, pop some champagne and watch the ball drop with these classy, buffet-friendly dishes. Roast Tenderloin of Beef w/Cornichon Tarragon Sauce; Green Beans with Red Onion and Mustard Vinaigrette
Gameplan
1 Day Ahead:
Make the Vinaigrette
1 Hour Before:
Sear the Tenderloin
Blanch the Green Beans
Just Before the Party:
Roast the Tenderloin
Warm the Green Beans
Make the Sauce
Assemble the Platter
Supper in Seconds
With these fast and easy recipes from Sandi Richard, it's easy to get dinner on the table any night of the week. Macaroni Lasagna; Dijon Baked Chicken w/Rice and Broccoli.
Slimmed Down and Still Delicious
Ellen Caroll shows you how your favorites high-calorie dishes don't have to be off-limits. With a few simple changes, indulgence can be sin-free. Grits-and-Sausage Casserole; Stuffed French Toast; Sour Cream Coffee Cake.
All About Russet Potatoes
The humble potato is given the chance to shine in these tasty recipes. Garlic Roasted Potato Skins; Mashed Potato Cakes; Scrambled Egg, Potato and Bacon Tostadas.
New England Classics
Classic dishes from the clam shacks of New England. New England Fish Chowder; Baked Stuffed Haddock; Boiled Lobster.
Eye on Pie
Add more pizzazz to the humble pie with simple yet fancy tips and tricks from Joanne Chang. Pate Brisee; Traditional Pumpkin Pie; Pear-Cranberry Crostata.
No Meat for Me
Main dishes don't always have to be meat-based. In these recipes, veggies take center stage. Harira; Muhammara; Za'atar.
Real Meals in Five Ingredients or Less
You don't need ten ingredients to make a meal; five will do just fine. Cider-Braised Pork Shoulder; Coucous w/Apricots;Caramelized Oranges.
Real Meals in 5 Ingredients or Less
Why make more work for yourself? These one-dish meals make clean-up a snap. Potato, Kale, and Kielbasa Casserole; Chicken Divan w/Almonds.
Low Country Cooking
If you like Southern food, you'll love Sallie Ann Robinson's recipes from the Low Country. Momma's Shrimp and Tada Salad; Momma's Homegrown Collards; Ol' Fuskie Fried Crab Rice; Tummy-Yum Bread Pudding.
Harvest Dinner: Thanksgiving
Prepare a sumptuous Thansgiving dinner using autumn ingredients. Roast Turkey w/Sauerkraut; Baked Acorn Squash w/Mustard and Honey; Creamed Spinach w/Crispy Shallots.
Gameplan
2 Days Ahead:
Make the Stuffing
Make the Sauerkraut
1 Day Ahead:
Make the Spinach
On the Day:
Stuff and Roast the Turkey
Bake the Squash
Finish the Sauerkraut
Reheat the Spinach
American Wine and Cheese Party
With the right wines, some tasty cheeses and these great recipes from Laura Werlin, you'll always be ready for a party. Kumquat-Peppercorn Compote w/Sheep's Milk Cheese; Cheddar - Parmesan Crackers; Apricot Coins.
Country Classics
You don't have to got to your favorite country Inn to enjoy the food. Cook it at home! Dutch-style Turkey Pot Pie; Potato-Crusted Salmon with Arugula and Quinoa Salad
Chefs Cook at Home: Robert and Maria
Get a first-hand look at what chefs Robert and Maria Sinskey cook at home. Herb-Marinated Rack of Lamb; Rosemary-Scented Potato Gnocchi; Provencal Stuffed Tomatoes.
Festival of Lights: Hannukah
Learn all about the Festival of Lights and get tips and easy recipes made for celebrating. Red-Wine Braised Beef Brisket w/ Horseradish Sauce and Aunt Rifka's Flying Disks; Apple Fritters
Gameplan
2 Days Ahead:
Make the Horseradish Sauce
1 Day Ahead:
Braise the Brisket
Form the Flying Disks
On the Day:
Reheat the Brisket
Simmer the Disks
Fry the Fritters
Holiday Breads
Get quick secrets on the art of bread baking from Betsy Openeer. Stollen; Kringle
Budget Gourmet: Chicken
Chicken is the perfect solution when it comes to tasty dinners that don't cost an arm and a leg. Chicken in Vinegar; Chicken Francese; Asian Chicken and Water Chestnut Patties.
Quick Pickling
Pickling isn't rocket science, tune in and Sara will show you how. Quick Cucumber Pickles w/Rye Bread and Cheese; Cranberry Black Pepper Chutney' Pickled Butternut Squash w/Sage and Cardamom; Pickled Grapes with Jicama and Celery Seed
Turkey Day Transformations
Use left over turkey to create delicious dishes. Turkey Nachos; Hot Browns; Turkey Hash.
Shortcut Suppers
It's not necessary to spend an hour in the kitchen. Follow these recipes and get dinner on the table fast. Chicken and Artichoke Parmesan Heros; Gnocchi w/Roasted Red Pepper Sauce; Stromboli.
All About Vanilla
Vanilla is more than just a favorite ice cream flavor. These recipes show you it's sweet versatility. Vanilla Cornbread; Vanilla Sugar; Vanilla Thins; Honey Vanilla Rice-Pudding Creme Brulee.
Guilt-free Gourmet
Keep the flavor and lose the fat with these delicious slimmed-down recipes. Scallops, Okra and Tomatoes in Coconut Curry Sauce; Coffee Toffee "Pie".
All About Maple Syrup
Get to know maple syrup - no pancakes required! Maple Pumpkin Pots de Creme; Maple Almond Brittle; Spice-Crusted Ham w/Maple Mustard Sauce.
A Menu of Memories
Learn basic French techniques from the master, Jacques Pepin. Eggs Jeannette; Giobbi's Primavera Pasta; Maman's Cheese Souffle.
Holiday Cookies
Learn from cookie expert Colette Peters how to bake impressive cookies with your kids this holiday season. Basic Sugar Cookie; Gingerbread Cookies; Royal Icing
Moroccan Dinner
Rafih Benjelloun opens up a whole new world of food with this exotic menu. Cornish Hen Vermicelli; Eggplant Salad; Watercress and Butter Lettuce Moroccan Salad.
Gameplan
3 Days Ahead:
Make the Eggplant Salad
2 Days Ahead:
Whisk up the Dressings
1 Day Ahead:
Grill and Marinate the Veg.
Boil the Vermicelli
On the Day:
Cook the Hen
Sauté the Prawns
Assemble the Salads & Hen
Serving up Spectacular
Dazzle your friends with this fantastic meal, courtesy of Chef Grant Achatz. Puree of Celeriac Soup w/Glazed Celeriac and Curried Apples; Maine Diver Scallops w/Butternut Squash, Prosciutto, and Orange Rind Vapor.
Gameplan
3 Days Ahead:
Make and Reduce the Stock & Nage
2 Days Ahead:
Simmer the Soup
Dry the Prosciutto
1 Day Ahead:
Bake the Apples
Blanch the Celery
Glaze the Celeriac and Squash
On the Day:
Sear the Scallops
Froth the Nage
Dazzle your Guests!
Favorite Thanksgiving Sides
Try a different side dish for Thanksgiving. Mimi’s Sweet Potatoes in Orange Cups; Onion Pudding; Roasted Sweet Potato Salad with Warm Chutney Dressing
Real Family Favorites
Take a behind-the-scenes peek at the kitchens of the Food Network, and get some great recipes too. Really Onion Dip; Rib Roast w/Cranberry-Apricot Stuffing.
Gameplan
3 Days Ahead:
Make the Dough
2 Days Ahead:
Make the Stuffing
1 Day Ahead:
Make the Dip
Stuff the Pork
Make the Mustard Sauce
On the Day:
Bake the Galette
Roast the Pork
Fisherman's Catch
Create a simple yet delicious meal with two basic types of fish. White Fish Fillets Amandine; Sweet and Sour-Style Monkfish.
Cooking for One
Don't settle for cold cut sandwiches because you're cooking for one. Make a great meal you can have all to yourself. Orecchiette w/Broccoli and Chickpeas; Pacific Halibut in a Sicilian Sauce; Saltimbocca alla Romana.
Nuts for Peanuts
Peanuts aren't just for snacking. Try them in desserts, appetizers and even a main course. Pan-Seared Salmon w/Ginger-Lime Sauce and Peanuts; Chicken Wings in Peanut Sauce; Peanut Butter Cupcakes.
Slimmed Down Classics
Instead of forsaking old classic recipes because they're fattening, try our new slimmer size version, courtesy of Chef Tory McPhail. Shrimp and Andouille Jambalya; Filet Mignon Grillades and Grits; Brandy Milk Punch.
Memorable Meals
Take a walk down memory lane with these memorable meals. Fried Ipswich Clams w/Fried Lemons and Tartar Sauce; Grilled Eggplant, Tomato, and Feta Stacks; Pork and Potatoes w/Orange Juice and Cola.
Spice It Up!
Add a little Add a little zip to your dishes with various spices. Kharu Gos (Lamb w/Whole Spices and Onions); Cincinnati-Style Chili.
Tastes of Greece
You don't need to fly to Greece for authentic Greece food. Diane Kochilas shows you some great recipes. Feta Whipped w/Basil, Lemon, and Pepper; Spinach and Three Cheese Triangles; Pork Keftedes.
Gameplan
2 Days Ahead:
Make the Spinach Filling
1 Day Ahead:
Mix the Keftedes
Fold & Bake the Triangles
3 Hours Before:
Whip the Feta
Brown the Keftedes
Reheat the Triangles
Bread Basics
The foundation of any good meal depends on the bread. Christy Timon shows you some simple recipes. Basic Bread Dough w/Pate Fermetee; Scali; Gorgonzola and Walnut Fougasse.
Late Night Sandwiches
Want a midnight snack? Forget the peanut butter and jelly, try these. Falafel; Telera; Sep Pep.
Everyday Jamaican
Jamaican food is now mainstream. Cook up these simple recipes with Mechel Thompson. Chicken Rundown; Plaintain Cakes; Sweet Potato Pudding.
Short-Order Secrets
You don't have to make a special trip for diner food. Try these simple recipes at home. Waffle House Souffleed Omelette w/Hashbrowns; Adam and Eve on a Raft.
Meatless Meals
Madhur Jaffrey demonstrates some exotic, delicious meals don't always have to contain meat. Even the biggest carnivore won't miss the meat in these. The Best Eggplants Ever; Basmati Rice w/Cinnamon and Saffron; Punjabi-Style Cauliflower and Potatoes w/Ginger
Gameplan
3 Days Ahead:
Make the Tamarind Chutney
2 Days Ahead:
Make the Tomato-Chickpea Sauce
1 Day Ahead:
Make the Yogurt Sauce
Purge the Eggplant
3 Hours Before:
Fry the Eggplant
Right Before:
Stir-fry the Aloo Gobi
Make the Basmati
Reheat the Eggplant and Tomato-Chickpea Sauce
Soup for Supper
Give your bowls a workout and make a big pot of soup. Spanish White Bean, Kale, and Chorizo Soup; Garlic Lovers' Soup w/Cheese and White Wine; Hearty Chicken Vegetable Soup
Gaelic Grub
Enjoy an authentic Irish meal, prepared Chef Kevin Dundon, a man with Irish pub credentials. Colcannon Soup; Kilmore Quay Fisherman's Pie; Wexford Oatmeal Strawberry-Apple Crumble.
Gameplan
3 Days Ahead:
Make the Soup
2 Days Ahead:
Make the Pie Filling
1 Day Ahead:
Prebake the Tart Shells
Assemble the Crumbles
On the Day:
Bake the Pies
Reheat and Finish the Soup
Bake the Crumbles
Budget Gourmet:Grind It Up!
Save money on dinner for your family by using ground meat. It's cheaper and it tastes just as good.Turkey Burgers w/ Tomato Corn Salsa; Mom's Meatball Stroganoff; Ma-Po Tofu.
Dinner in a Dash
Join Sara and cook an entire meal in real time - just a half an hour. Pork Chops w/Mustard Crumbs; Orzo w/Feta, Green Beans, and Tomatoes; Indian Corn Bread Pudding.
Serving Spectacularly
Dazzle your guests with this spectacular menu. Top it off tips from four star chef, Charlie Palmer. Lobster Salad w/ Bloody Mary Granite; Phyllo-Crisped Oysters w/ Remoulade; Smoked Salmon and Caviar Panini
Gameplan
3 Days Ahead:
Make the Granite
1 Day Ahead:
Make the Remoulade
On the Day:
Assemble the Lobster Salad
Toast the Panini
Fry the Oysters
You Asked For It!
Sara has taken note of your requests, so tune in, she's making your favorites. Chicken Tortilla Soup; Sloppy Joes; Cheesecake.
Cook Today, Serve Tomorrow
Save yourself some work. Cook your meals today and then just heat and serve tomorrow. Ropa Vieja; Braised Lamb Shanks w/White Beans
Romantic Rendezous
Surprise your sweetie with a romantic dinner. Duck a l'Orange; Warm Cabbage w/Bacon and Gorgonzola; Coeurs a la Creme.
Effortless Entertaining: Super Bowl Party
Throw the Super Bowl party of the century with serious stick-to-the-ribs fare. Meatballs in Winter Tomato Sauce; Baked Ziti w/Mushrooms, Peppers, and Parmesan; Make Your Own Salad w/Lemon Garlic Dressing.
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Gameplan
3 Days Ahead:
Make Meatballs & Tomato Sauce
2 Days Ahead:
Make the pepper sauce
Saute the peppers and mushrooms
1 Day Ahead:
Whisk up the dressing
Prep the salad
Assemble the ziti
On the Game Day:
Bake the ziti
Reheat meatballs in sauce
Arrange the salad
California Cookin'
Get tips from Jeremiah Tower on preparing authentic Californian cuisine. Sweet Pear and Gorgonzola Salad w/Rocket, Watercress, Walnuts, and Orange-Flower Honey; Fast and Easy Plate-Cooked Fish Paillard w/Ginger, Garlic, and Tomatoes; Warm Fruit Stew.
Gameplan
3 Days Ahead:
Make the Syrup
2 Days Ahead:
Wash and Dry the Greens
1 Day Ahead:
Bake the Pears
Pound the Fish
On the Day:
Arrange the Salad
Make the Sauce
"Plate" the Fish
Stew the Fruit
Caribbean Cookin'
You don’t have to get on a plane to enjoy Bajan food. Paul Norville will show you some island favorites. Steamed Flying Fish; Cou-Cou; Bohl Jol.
Gameplan
2 Days Ahead:
Soak the Salt Cod
1 Day Ahead:
Make the Sauce
Boil the Salt Cod
On the Day:
Make the Cou-Cou
Cook the Fish in the Sauce
Finish the Cod
Stuff the Avocados
Tricks of the Trade
See that fancy dessert on the cover of that food magazine? Pastry chef Sherry Yard will show you how to make it at home! Master Ganache; Truffles; Chocolate Sauce; Campton Place Hot Chocolate; Creamy Caramel; Caramel Souffle.
Melting Pot
Create a melting pot of dishes in your kitchen. So delicious and easy with Pierre Thiam's help. Mafe; Samosas; Ethiopian Fruit Salad
Gameplan
3 Days Ahead:
Make the Dough
2 Days Ahead:
Make the Samosa Filling
Stew the Mafe
On the Day:
Fry the Samosas
Reheat the Mafe
Amazing Grains
Grains are anything but boring. Chef Jon Paul Hutchins shows you some simple, delicious recipes. Greek Grain Salad; Roasted Polenta w/Garden Vegetables; Semolina Crema.
Pasta Pronto
Do you have less than forty-five minutes to prepare dinner? Try these crowd-pleasing pasta dishes. Crispy Broccoli w/Capellini in Broth; Herbed Spaetzle; Spaghetti alla Carbonara.
