Ask AidaSeason 1

Ask Aida is an interactive cooking show on the Food Network hosted by Aida Mollenkamp. The show began airing on August 2, 2008. On Ask Aida, Noah Starr serves as the "tech guru" sorting through then asking the many culinary questions sent to Mollenkamp via email, text, phone calls and video. Also during each episode, Noah tries to "stump" Aida with a crazy ingredient or gadget. Each show also has an advertisement telling viewers how they can get a link to that episode's recipes via text message.

For Season 2, the format of the show changed slightly, Starr was removed from the program.

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13 episoder

Hot Off the Grill
E1
Hot Off the GrillThey're the perfect pair, meat and potatoes. Aida takes these classic favorites and gives it a little kick. Aida shares tips for Seared Strip Steaks with North African-Spiced Butter, Olive Oil Oven Fries, Marinated Green Beans w/Olives, Shallots and Lemon Dressing.
Steak and Potatoes
E2
Steak and PotatoesGrilling is a great way to bring out the flavors of so many ingredients, and Aida shows how to create delicious grilled dishes indoors. Aida cooks up Grilled Flank Steak w/Ginger Marinade, Grilled Peppers and Onions w/Limed Sour Cream and a Cherry, Almond and Herb Salad.
Easy as Pie
E3
Easy as PieA warm and flaky pie doesn't have to be daunting. Aida breaks it down, and rolls out her Perfectly Flaky Pie Crust. Also, recipes for Double Banana Cream Pie, Coffee Whipped Cream and a Caffe Shakerato.
Eggs
E4
EggsEggs are an inexpensive way to make a great and hearty breakfast, and Aida shows how to prepare them perfectly, every time. With tips on Baked Eggs w/Canadian Bacon and Huevos Rancheros with Tomatillo Salsa.
Catch of the Day
E5
Catch of the DayThere's nothing quite like fun and crispy fish and chips, and now you can make them easily at home! Aida makes Fried Cod Bites w/ Yam Fries and Spicy Mayo and Brown Butter-Sauteed Tilapia with Pistachios.
Weeknight Dinners
E6
Weeknight DinnersIn this episode, two delicious ideas for weeknight meals. Sauteed Turkey Cutlets with Avocado Sauce is simple to make, and light and flavorful for everyone in the family to enjoy. On the side is a creamy Lemon Orzo. For a new twist on chicken, try Aida’s quick and easy Honeyed Mango and Chicken Sautee with Toasted Cashews, served with Toasted Sesame Rice.
Pasta in Presto
E7
Pasta in PrestoPasta is an easy go-to weeknight meal, and Aida shows us three innovative twists on classic pasta dishes. Sage Butter Macaroni and Four Cheese is a decadent and delicious take on mac and cheese. Pasta with Citrus-Herb Sauce is a light tangle of thin spaghetti and fresh herbs. Then it’s a crowd pleaser – Rigatoni with Creamy Eggplant and Mozzarella.
Mexican Night
E8
Mexican NightSave a trip to the restaurant by preparing Aida’s easy and delicious, spicy Mexican-inspired dishes. The menu includes Quesadillas with Jack and Spicy Saute, Roast Pork Loin with Sour Citrus Sauce and Cilantro Rice.
Sweet Morning
E9
Sweet MorningHere are some recipes to wake up to! Aida shakes up breakfast with Cardamom-Orange French Toast, with Honeyed Strawberries. And the perfect pancakes every time with Aida’s Cakey Buttermilk Pancakes that she likes to serve with Blackberry Syrup.
Chicken
E10
ChickenIt’s the most asked question on Ask Aida – how to jazz up chicken? Aida’s got some simple and flavorful answers, including Pan Roasted Chicken with Oranges and Rosemary, and Roasted Garam Masala Chicken with Squash and Potatoes. On the side, an incredibly healthy and versatile dish: Cucumber-Bell Pepper Quinoa.
Southern Comfort
E11
Southern ComfortAida updates her favorite Southern dishes by making them lighter and more flavorful. Get ready to sink your forks into Pork Tenderloin with Apple Cider Reduction, Roasted Sweet Potates with Pecans and Spiced Maple Butter and Quick-Braised Collard Greens with Bacon and Sweet Onions.
Double Dips
E12
Double DipsAida prepares two party-pleasing dips that can then be transformed into main dishes. Cucumber-Dill Yogurt Dip is perfect for crudite and can also be used as a marinade for Grilled Lamb Kebabs. Spinach-Ricotta Dip is delicious with cut pita wedges, and when transformed into Spinach-Ricotta Pesto Pasta with Crisp Prosciutto and Asparagus, it becomes a fast and simple weeknight dinner.
Lasagna
E13
LasagnaLasagna is one of the most beloved Italian dishes and Aida shares two of her favorite recipes. First, her family's Sweet Sausage and Three Cheese Lasagna. Then a unique Pesto Lasagna that everyone will love.