Lidia's Kitchen
Season 6
TV-G
Join chef Lidia Bastianich as she conjures simple, seasonal, and economical dishes with grace, confidence, and love, teaching viewers to draw on their roots, allow for spontaneity, and cultivate a sense of home in the kitchen.
Where to Watch Season 6
26 Episodes
- Crowd Pleasers
E1Crowd PleasersToday is all about feeding a large crowd, and Lidia cooks up recipes that all your guests will love, no matter whom you are hosting : sausages and apples, a flavorful one-pot meal that is great for family-style dining; spaghetti with roasted garlic pesto, a delicious and economical addition to any party; and finally, chocolate ricotta cheesecake, a chocolatey twist to the classic Italian ricotta cheesecake. - Northern Italian Comforts
E8Northern Italian ComfortsComfort food is loved in America, and today, Lidia shares comfort foods Italians love to make. Beef and potato goulash, made with sweet Hungarian paprika, is a great recipe for family gatherings. Salads are a favorite of Lidia's, and country salad is a welcomed addition to any buffet table. She ends on a sweet note with a luscious hazelnut parfait. - An Easy Holiday
E9An Easy HolidayToday is all about stress-free cooking for a holiday celebration or special occasion. Lidia makes marinated mushrooms that can be part of an antipasto spread or as a nibble with drinks. Vin Brule, the Italian version of mulled wine, is a warm and welcoming drink to make for any holiday celebration. Last on the menu is turkey breast with apricots, an easy and quick way to serve turkey without having to cook a whole turkey. - Italy's Heartland
E11Italy's HeartlandLidia loves entertaining and today, she shares recipes that are fit for any Italian dinner party. Bruschetta is a great party appetizer, and Lidia shares one of her favorite toppings: cannellini and pancetta bruschetta. Next on the menu is beef and root vegetables braised in red wine, a hearty-one pol meal your guests will love. - Soup's On
E12Soup's OnSoups are a delicious and comforting way to warm up especially in the winter months. On the menu today is spicy Italian soup, Calabria's version of vegetable soup; the perfect simple salad, a simple and light side that works for any kind of soup; and an easy-to-make butternut squash soup, garnished with crispy crumbled bacon. - Crispy Favorites
E13Crispy FavoritesFried foods are not eaten often in Italy, but Lidia shares some recipes no one can resist. She makes crispy shrimp, a huge hit in her house that is sure to become a favorite in yours too; crispy baked tomatoes, plum tomatoes topped with bread crumbs and baked in the oven until crispy; and finally, polenta torta with gorgonzola and savoy cabbage, an ideal main course for a hungry crowd. - A Meal for the Grandkids
E14A Meal for the GrandkidsLidia loves cooking for her family and today, she shares some of her favorite recipes to make for her grandkids, including a refreshing and kid-friendly cherry almond spritzer; a simple dessert of grilled fruit, which brings out the fruit's natural sweetness; and pasta salad with green beans, tomatoes and mozzarella, a great dish for buffets, picnics, and large family gatherings.
