Lidia's Kitchen

Food Series / 2 Seasons

Season eight of LIDIA'S KITCHEN: REFLECTING AND RECONNECTING features stories that shaped Lidia Bastianich as a person and as a chef. Throughout the 26-part series, Lidia shares anecdotes and recipes from her childhood, when times were sometimes challenging, but happy and fulfilling.

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The Fish Market

S10 E1021 / 26m 46s / TV-G

Memories of fishing keep Lidia craving the fresh taste of the sea. So she cooks up her Skillet Shrimp with Asparagus with crusty bread. Olivia calls Lidia for some inspiration for a dinner party - they discuss a one pan Crispy Baked Cod & Brussel Sprouts with easy cleanup! Then Lidia makes a classic Istrian brodetto with Monkfish and Cannellini beans. The sea is calling, so jump in with Lidia!

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A Fruitful Meal

S10 E1022 / 26m 46s / TV-G

Fruit can find its way onto any Italian table. First a refreshing Shrimp & Melon Salad with Basil Mint Pesto. Lidia’s granddaughter Olivia calls to share pictures of her strawberry Fragoncello! Lidia keeps cooking up fruit with her Grape & Ricotta Pizza. This sweet pizza can be served as dessert, brunch or just a snack! Lidia shows us that fruit can add that something special to any meal!

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Update the Classics

S10 E1023 / 26m 46s / TV-G

Lidia takes the traditional Summer Panzanella a step further with the addition of roasted zucchini & onions. Lidia shares her Fennel Parmigiana recipe with her grandson Lorenzo. Classic puttanesca is a quick, bold, spicy sauce that pairs well with more than just spaghetti. Lidia gets creative and serves it with tuna, eggplant, and zucchini. Respect tradition while updating it the Lidia way!

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Make it Zucchini

S10 E1024 / 26m 46s / TV-G

When it's zucchini season, Lidia cooks with this sweet vegetable as much as possible. Risotto makes a great canvas for so many flavors...peas, pancetta, and zucchini. Lidia invites Ethan home for home-cooked food - Egg-Battered Zucchini Roll-Ups. Then Lidia makes a new kind of lasagna - loaded with the flavors of prosciutto cotto & more zucchini! Let the season inspire you!

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An Italian Cookout

S10 E1026 / 26m 46s / TV-G

No cookout is complete without a cold salad and Lidia’s "Antipasto" Rice Salad will surely be a favorite, with peppers, artichokes, olives & cheese! Lidia plans a trip to visit her grandson Ethan for a cookout with his roommates and a jar of her Giardiniera! Cheeseburgers always hit the spot, but Lidia gives these some Italian flavor. It’s time to get cookin’ outside with Lidia!

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