The Farm (2013)

Season 1

The Farm invites viewers to roll-up their sleeves and become part of the farm-to-table food revolution that's catching on in America.

13 Episodes

Family Feast
E1
Family FeastWelcome to the most compelling food show on TV. Ian Knauer lives on the family farm in Pennsylvania. He's leading the farm-to-table revolution. If he can raise it, grow it, catch it or shoot it...the family will prep and eat it. Seriously delicious feast!
Oh So Sweet
E2
Oh So SweetBees are among the most important members of the farm. Learn how to keep your own, harvest honey, and cook a honey feast including Chipotle-Honey Glazed Ribs and Honey Cake.
Ultimate Home Brew
E3
Ultimate Home BrewFor all the beer lovers out there, ever think about making your own? Ian learns how from a brewing expert, then takes some home to cook an all-beer dinner featuring his Fresh Hop Pasta.
Milk Cow, Make Cheese
E4
Milk Cow, Make CheeseLove pizza? Learn how to make it from scratch! In this episode, Ian teaches you how to milk a cow, make fresh ricotta and mozzarella, and craft those cheeses into a full meal featuring Ricotta Pizza and Cocoa Yogurt Cake.
Fruit & Veg Miracles
E5
Fruit & Veg MiraclesWant to know the easiest way to support your local farmer? Ian meets with a CSA farmer who grows amazing produce. Every dish in this episode comes straight from the garden.
Hearty Winter Stew
E6
Hearty Winter StewVeggies aren’t just for the summer. In this episode, Ian weaves late-season vegetables into a super-satisfying vegetarian meal featuring Winter Squash Stew, Kale Chips, Wheat Berry Salad, and Sweet Potato Pie.
Whole Roasted Pig
E7
Whole Roasted PigEvery year Ian and his family host a pig roast on The Farm. Learn about heritage and sustainable farming, as well as how to roast a whole pig and make delicious crowd-pleasers like the Big Phil's Mac 'n' Cheese and Erin's Piggy Cupcakes.
Independence Day Specials
E8
Independence Day SpecialsWhen asked what Ian's family & friends who serve overseas miss the most, the answer is always the food. Hear touching stories about communicating overseas through food and make all-American picnic favorites – from Cheddar-Stuffed Burgers to Fried Chicken.
Amazing Egg Dishes
E9
Amazing Egg DishesThe egg is one of the most versatile ingredients in the kitchen. Learn how to raise your own chickens & make everything from a breakfast of perfect fried eggs on a Croque to a dinner of Fresh Pasta Carbonara and even a Strawberry-Rum Sabayon for dessert.
Makin’ Bacon
E10
Makin’ BaconIn this episode, Ian shows you how to make your own bacon without the use of dangerous nitrates or chemicals. Then, he shows you how to make his favorite sandwich, the BLT, accompanied with a cold beer he brewed himself.
Fire Pit Chicken
E11
Fire Pit ChickenIan takes a trip to visit Iron Chef Jose Garces on his farm and learns his twist on preparing nachos. After being inspired, Ian returns home to make his version of a Potato Nacho to go along with his Brick Chicken, cooked over an open fire pit.
Flavor on Steroids
E12
Flavor on SteroidsFresh herbs brighten up the flavor of anything. Learn how easy it is to grow your own herbs at home. Then, Ian shows you how versatile herbs can be and which herbs work best with which foods.
Steakhouse Secrets
E13
Steakhouse SecretsAmerica has always had a love affair with steak. In this episode, Ian will show you the secrets to making a steak that rivals the most famous steakhouses. He’ll show you the right cuts of beef to use and most importantly, how to dry age it at home.