Sara's Secrets

Stylish Sandwiches

Ulrika Bengtsson will show you how to impress your guests with these simple yet stylish sandwiches. Meatballs w/Red Beet Relish; Pickled Arctic Char w/Horseradish Cream and Lemon-Marinated Cucumber.

Gameplan
2 Days Ahead:
Marinate the cukes
Prepare the beet relish
Shape the meatballs

1 Day Ahead:
Ready the remoulade
Whip up the horseradish cream

On the Day:
Pickle the char
Fry the meatballs and onion
Sear and slice the venison
It’s Sandwich Time!

Spicy, Effortless Entertaining

Throw a huge party and be stress-free with these easy recipes. Baker's Sign Pretzels; Chile-Rubbed Sirloin and Green Chile Nachos; Ranch Dip w/Vegetables.
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Gameplan
3 Days Ahead:
Make the sirloin rub

2 Days Ahead:
Prepare the Crema
Prep the cheese and nacho veg.
Whisk together the ranch

1 Day Ahead:
Make and bake the pretzels
Cut the veg for the dip

On the Day:
Grill and slice the sirloin
Bake the Nachos
Warm the pretzels
Snack Attack!

Chef Cooks at Home: Jimmy Bradley

Get a peek at what Chef Jimmy Bradley cooks at home.You'll be suprised! Roasted Leg of Lamb w/Red Onions and Sour Cherries; Tarragon-Scented Chanterelles and Shallots; Spaghetti Squash w/Capers and Lemon Butter.

Gameplan
2 Days Ahead:
Clean and tear the mushrooms

1 Day Ahead:
Cut-up the squash and mushroom veg
Roast the squash

On the Day:
Roast the lamb and onions
Reheat and scoop out the squash
Saute the mushrooms
Make the sauce
Finish the squash

Mother's Day Brunch

Honor Mom with these fancy yet easy to make dishes. Serrano Ham and Manchego Cheese Roulade; Cheese Sandwich Souffle; Southwestern Egg Bake.

Fresh and Healthy

Sally James shows you how eat well, yet be satisfied with these tasty, good-for-you dishes. Mustard Pepper Salmon w//Red Wine Sauce; Warm Roasted Mushroom and Feta Salad; Rum and Ricotta Tiramisu.

Five Fabulous Ingredients or Less

It doesn't take twenty ingredients to create a meal, five will do just fine - try it and see! Chilled Mango and Cucumber Soup; Grilled Pork Tenderloin w/Mojo Sauce; Mashed Yucca with Garlic; Banana Coconut Pudding.

Superbly Spectacular Serving

Rick Tramonto will help wow your guests with this spectacular menu - it's easy as one, two, three! Blue Cheese Foam w/Port Wine Reduction; Red, Gold, White, and Candy-Striped Beets w/Beet Juice Reduction; Watermelon Cube.

Gameplan
3 Days Ahead:
Reduce the port
Juice the beets

2 Days Ahead:
Roast and cut the beets
Reduce the beet juice

1 Day Ahead:
Chill the blue cheese cream
Cube the watermelon

On the Day:
Assemble the amuse bouche

Cookie Class

Attend Cookie Class 101 without leaving your house. Basic Butter Cookies; Brownie Squares; Caramel Pecan Cookies; Petite Lemon Curd Cookies.

American Bistro

Prepare a delicious bistro meal at home, with tips from one of America's best chefs, Gordon Hammersley. Avocado and Orange Salad w/Honey and Ginger Dressing; Gratin of Artichoke and Swiss Chard; Sear-Roasted Rib Steak w/Garlic Butter.

Gameplan
3 Days Ahead:
Make the garlic butter

2 Days Ahead:
Cook the artichokes and chard
Segment the oranges

1 Day Ahead:
Assemble the gratin
Make honey-ginger dressing
Make the vinaigrette

On the Day:
Sear and baste the steaks
Bake the gratin
Finish the salad

Salads for Supper

Turn things around for supper, have a healthy and tasty salad! Warm Salad of Grilled Trout; Thai- Stlyle Tomato and Shrimp Salad; Chopped Salad with Feta, Chickpeas and Pita Croutons.

Food To Go

Take your picnic food to another level with these quick yet more upscale recipes. Polenta Stars; Pan Bagnat; Crispy Buffalo Chicken and Slaw.

International Pancakes

Forget what you thought you knew about pancakes - you won't find these on any diner menu! Uttapam; Apfelfannkuchen; Bok Bang.

Russian Easter

Anya von Bremzen takes Easter beyond colored eggs and chocolate bunnies with classic Russian dishes. Eggs Stuffed w/Caviar, Borsch w/Beef and Pork; Baked Fresh Ham w/Honey-Marinated Pears.

Gameplan
3 Days Ahead:
Simmer the stock

2 Days Ahead:
Make the borshch

1 Day Ahead:
Hard cook the eggs
Make the egg filling

On the Day:
Bake the ham
Reheat & finish the borshch
Finish the eggs

Shortcut Suppers:Rotisserie Chicken

Shorten your dinner prep with the help of a rotisserie chicken and recipes from Carla Fitzgetald. Greek Chicken Stew; Creamy Corn and Spinach Enchiladas; Butter Chicken.

Bridal Buffet

Surprise your bridal party and guests with an elegant yet simple menu. Cheddar Chutney Tea Sandwiches; Dulce de Leche Cheesecake Squares; Shrimp Spring Rolls w/Peanut Dipping Sauce; Champagne Punch.

Gameplan
3 Days Ahead:
Bake the squares

2 Days Ahead:
Make the dipping sauce

1 Day Ahead:
Prepare the sandwich filling
Roll the spring rolls
Start the punch

2 Hours Before:
Make the sandwiches
Cut the squares
Bring the rolls to room temp.

Right Before:
Fizz up the punch

Butcher's Basics

Get some great tips and recipes from well known butcher Theo Weening. Kofta Kebabs w/Tzatziki; Korean Beef; Pork Loin Roulade.

Hot and Spicy

Add a new dimension to your recipe box with the addition of some new spices. Jerk Chicken; Harissa; Puebla Chicken and Potato Stew.

Arthur Avenue

Sara takes a walk down Arthur Avenue with Ann Volkwein and learns about some of the finest ingredients, and how to cook with them. Capellini w/Clams; Manicotti w/Marinara Sauce; Stuffed Pork Chops; Bocconcini Salad.

Coffee Cookin'

Coffee's not just for drinking - add it as a main ingredient to your dish for that extra bite. Filet of Beef Roasted w/Coffee Beans in Pasilla Chile Broth; Double Chocolate Mocha Brownies; Spicy Red Pork and Bean Chili.

Frozen Treats

Keep cool with some deliciously simple frozen treats. Strawberry Daiquiri w/ Honeydew Melon; Frozen Mocha Rum Parfaits; Pista Kulfi.

Cab Fare

Get a bird's eye view of what cab drivers feast on, and cook it at home. Tagine (Fish Baked w/ Olives, Parsley and Garlic),Fried Rice w/Egg; Sausage and Apples - Normandy Style.

Double Duty

Create two dishes from one, using recipes submitted by viewers. Cook dinner tonight and lunch for tomorrow. Rose's Reuben Loaf; Cold Thai Beef Salad; Chicken Broccoli Quiche.

Simple Sautes

Sauteeing is an easy-to-master technique and perfect for quick, weeknight meals. Hungarian Pork Cutlets; Sauteed Chicken Breasts Stuffed w/ Cheese and Ham; Lamb Chops w/ White Bean Puree and Red Wine Sauce

The Wok

Grace Young shows you how useful the centuries-old wok can be in your kitchen. Walter Kei's Shanghai-Style Pork and Bean Sprouts; Uncle Lang's Three Teacup Chicken; Danny Chan's Steamed Salmon w/ Lemon; Hung Chong Chinese Chive and Oil Stir-Fry

Budget Gourmet

Ingredients don't have to be expensive to taste like a million bucks. Top Blade Steaks w/ Mushrooms; Deviled Drumsticks; Spaghetti w/ Spicy Tomato Olive Sauce

One Dish Meals

Why do the dishes when these meals only need one pot? Morrocan-Style Roast Cornish Hens w/ Vegetables; Spinach and Cheese Cannelloni

Foolproof Dishes

Dishes you just can't go wrong with. Lasagne al Forno; Coq au Vin

Small Plates

These tasty finger-foods are perfect for any occasion. Tomato-Stuffed Eggs; Grilled Chicken Kebabs; Sopes

Five Ingredients or Less

Great menus don't have to mean dozens of ingredients - simplify! Roasted Chicken w/ Garlic Confit; Parmesan and Black Pepper Polenta; Sauteed Broccoli Rabe; Chocolate Souffle

Simple Soups

Brother Rick Curry shows you how to make warm, comforting soups. Sherried Black Bean Soup; Mussel Soup Billy-Bi; Zuppa Maritata

Cooking With Kids

Cooking with your kids is a great teaching tool. Sara and 3 special guests make some tasty treats. Waffled Ham and Cheese Sandwiches; Cheddar-Stuffed Turkey Burgers; Plum Tart

Old South BBQ

Learn some southern tricks from Myron Mixon for your next barbecue. Jack's Peach BBQ Beans; Jack's Old South Competition Vinegar Sauce; Jack's Chicken; Jack's Old South BBQ Rub

Chef Cooks at Home

A chef's night off doesn't mean take-out. Chef Tom Berry demos some of his favorites. 5-Spice Pork Ribs w/ Smothered Onions and Spicy Craisin BBQ Sauce; Double Swiss Roll

Healthy Pleasures

Michel Nishan gives you some great tips and ideas for tasty, healthy dishes. Asian Pear Salad w/ Tamari Pecans and Maytag Blue Cheese; Marinated Venison Loin Steaks w/ Onions and Sweet Peppers; Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Dinner and a Movie

There's nothing better than a night on the couch with a good movie and an even better meal. Pan-Seared Steak and Onions; Old West Baked Beans; Texas Yellow "Cold Slaw"

Low Carb, High Flavor

Linda Gassenheimer demos some tasty meals are low in carbs, but off the charts with flavor. Microwave Eggs Parmesan; Southwestern Turkey Salsa Roll; Crunchy Asian Chicken Salad; Tuscan Chicken with Tomato-Basil Relish and Toasted Almond Broccoli

Gone Fishin'

Jordy Rosenhek shows you how fresh fish fits in perfectly on the dinner table. Arctic Char with Roasted Garlic and Fresh Rosemary; Warm Scallop BLT Salad; Whole Grilled Red Snapper with Jicama Slaw

Recipe for Romance

Ted Allen from "Queer Eye For the Straight Guy" shows you an impressive yet simple dinner for two. Stuffed Rack of Lamb; Potato Gratin; Chocolate Fondue

Gameplan
2 Days Ahead:
Marinate the Lamb

1 Day Ahead:
Stuff the Lamb
Bake the Gratin

On the Day:
Cut up the Fondue Dippers
Roast the Lamb
Reheat the Gratin
Slowly Simmer the Fondue
Eat by Candlelight

Effortless Entertaining

Entertaining can be a breeze with this easy, tasy menu. Roasted Feta with Olives and Red Peppers; Mortadella-Stuffed Pork Loin; Frozen Chocolate Caramel Parfaits w/ Hot Fudge Sauce

Gameplan
3 Days Ahead:
Freeze the Parfaits

2 Days Ahead:
Bone, Roll, & Tie the Loin

1 Day Ahead:
Assemble the Saganaki

On the Day:
Roast the Pork
Make the Sauce
Broil the Saganaki
Invert the Parfaits

Lunchtime Luxury

PB&J is out. Creative, delicious lunches are in. Add these to your brown bag roster. Roast Beef and Couscous Rolls; Moroccan Carrot and Goat Cheese Sandwiches w/ Green Olive Tapenade; Gingered Vegetable "Stir-Fry"

Heritage Brunch

Southern soul food is good anytime, but Norma Jean Darden shows you it's even better for breakfast. Baked Grits; Fried Apples; Sweet Milk Griddle Cakes; Homemade Sausage

Nothing's Taboo

Spa chef Michael Pataran cooks light, delicious food with exotic flavors and seasonings. Littleneck Clams w/ Tamarind-Tomato Broth, Scallion, Ginger and Cellophane Noodles; Chicken Supremes in Parchment w/ Roasted Squash Sauce and Baby Bok Choy.

Portuguese Dinner

Exotic, everyday meal. Camaroes Piri-Piri (Shrimp w/ Hot Peppers); Feijao Verde com Coentro e Alho (Green Beans w/ Coriander and Garlic); Bolo de Gengibre (Ginger Cake); Ananas em Porto com Hortela Picada (Pineapple in Port w/ Fresh Chopped Mint)

American Sandwiches

No matter what part of the country you're in, there's a sandwich for you. Buttermilk Biscuit Sandwich with Tomato Jam and Country Ham; Oyster Po' Boys; Tarragon-Caper Egg Salad Sandwiches with Smoked Salmon

Eating Well

This health-conscious menu is sure to please anyone. Chopped Red Onion, Horseradish, and Watercress Salad; Lemon-Oregano Chicken w/ Vegetable Stacks; Apple Strudel w/ Fresh Berry Sauce.

Smokin'

Smoked food is good anytime. Chris Styler shows you how to make the most of your smoke. Rigatoni w/ Smoked Turkey and Hot Cherry Peppers; My Favorite Fajitas; Corn, Cheddar and Red Onion Tortilla

Spectacular Serving

Learn from top chef Jose Andres how to add flair and surprise to your next meal. Cotton Candy Avocado; Gazpacho con Bogavante (Gazpacho w/ Maine Lobster); Salt-Crusted Red Snapper w/ Lemon Sauce and Arugula.

Gameplan
3 Days Ahead:
Make the Vanilla Sugar
Puree the Gazpacho

2 Days Ahead:
Prep the Gazpacho Garnish

1 Day Ahead:
Boil the Lobsters
Make the Dressing

On the Day:
Cube & Skewer the Avocado
Make the Cotton Candy
Bake the Rockfish
Assemble the Gazpacho

Dinner to a Tea

Tea isn't just for after dinner. Learn how to incorporate it into delicious dishes. Tea-Marbled Eggs w/ Soy Balsamic Mayonnaise; Chocolate Earl Grey Truffles; Cha Yen (Thai Iced Tea); Tea-Smoked Pork and Tender Cabbage Stir-Fry

Wing It!

Chicken wings are always a hit. Here's how to make a good thing even better. Buffalo Wings; Grilled Coconut Wings w/ Thai Peanut Dipping Sauce; Mexican-Style Tortilla Wings.

Chesapeake Dinner

Top chef Bob Kinkead demos how to make the most of all this area has to offer. Chesapeake Chowder, Duet of Chesapeake Crab

Everyday French

Classic French chef Daniel Boulud turns ordinary ingredients into a masterpiece. Melon Salad; Artichoke and Radicchio Clafoutis; Cod Lyonnaise

The Cutting Edge

Sharpen your knife skills with this menu, perfect for entertaining or a weeknight meal. Baked Flounder Fillets w/ Lemon-Pepper Vegetables; Bruschetta w/ Caponata; Grapefruit Sabayon Gratin

A Day at Gourmet

Follow Sara to Gourmet Magazine, where she'll show you some tasty dishes that are as impressive as they are easy. Pork Scalloppine w/ Mushrooms; Veal Tarragon; Chicken Piccata

Family Favorites

Get to know Sara's production staff and some of their favorite dishes. Debra Grossman's Portabello Mushrooms and Roasted Red Peppers; Linda Coleman's Chicken Caliente; Elizabeth Beckles' Fried Bake; Belma Holbreich's Chocolate Roll.