Lidia's Kitchen

This show is all about making your life easier. Lidia teaches us to think of recipes as roadmaps, that you can - and should - personalize. She shares a Winter Minestrone that can use any kind of hearty green and a Matalota-Style Mixed Fish Stew, that can change according to market availability. Go ahead and play with what you have to create something just for you!

Lidia loves describing food as a symphony of flavor. She shares a Seafood & Leek Risotto and Roasted Mustard Salmon with Cabbage & Carrots. The musical theme continues with friend & Maestro, Gianandrea Noseda. They share their love for music and risotto. Ultimately, Lidia teaches us that the push and pull of textures and flavors can truly make a dish sing.

Lidia reminds viewers that cooking can be cost effective with a bit of creativity. Lidia shares a cost-cutting complete meal, her Vegetable Soup with Poached Eggs. Lidia's friendly honey-maker, Mark, calls to discuss a traditional Italian cookie that he stretches into two desserts by adding them to his honey ice cream. And a Poached Chicken Giardiniera Salad simply makes two meals out of one.

Risotto can be the base for so many flavors, and Lidia encourages viewers to get creative! Lidia adds a twist to the average risotto using oats, butternut squash & sunchokes. Lidia’s granddaughter, Olivia, calls to show off her Rice Balls made from leftover risotto. Then Lidia creates a bacon, egg & cheese Breakfast Risotto. Remember the “risotto-bilities” are endless!

Lidia reminds us that pasta can open a world of flavorful possibilities. Lidia shares two recipes: Penne with Cauliflower & Green Olive Pesto and Fusilli with Salami & Roasted Peppers. Then Lidia talks about all things fresh pasta with Sfogline friends from Bologna, Monica & Daniela Zappoli. From the pasta shape to the sauce, the addition of vegetables & proteins - the combinations are endless!

Lidia treats us to a full meal starting with a Radicchio, Endive, Apple & Pecorino Salad. She invites Julia home for a sweet treat - Mixed Berry Bread Pudding. And the main dish stars her Cheesy Stuffed Veal Chops. Whether it's slowing down to cook for yourself, treating yourself to dessert or just sitting down to enjoy a dish and connect with loved ones, always remember to treat yourself.

Lidia shows us dishes we typically eat out, can easily be made at home with some practice. Encouraging words & instructions help create a Winter Panzanella . Mastering simplicity continues when Lidia video chats Chef Cody Hogan making a Cacio e Pepe. Lidia showcases how easy it is to make Mussels, Sausage & Potatoes in White Wine.

Lidia reminds us that a simple gesture of cooking for others can make a big impact. Lidia cooks up a freezer-friendly Pork Guazzetto with Beans and bakes a classic Apple Cranberry Crumble. Lidia reaches out to her friend Donatella Cinelli Colombini, a winemaker in Italy, to discuss all things wine and women. Sharing food is a powerful thing and Lidia loves to share with you.

Lidia shares three easy stovetop chicken recipes. First, a family favorite, her Balsamic Chicken uses the classic stir-fry technique to create an Italian-style sweet-and-sour glazed chicken. She inspires her grandson to cook up Chicken Legs with Artichokes & Cider Vinegar. And in 30 minutes you can make her impressive Chicken Scaloppine. Easy prep & easy cleanup make for winning dinners!

It's easy for life to escape us, but cooking can help you slow down & remind you to nourish yourself. Get inspired with her quick Steamed Broccoli, Cannellini & Egg Salad. Then Lidia catches up with her granddaughter Olivia and discuss her versatile recipe for Baked Fruit. Balance the meal with Rollatini of Sole, filled with seasoned breadcrumbs, dressed with a roasted tomato lemon sauce.

Lidia shows us how to make a cheese board with a homemade plum mostarda & gnocco fritto. Lidia catches up with her friend and champagne producer, Rita Jammet. They reminisce and discuss Lidia’s new recipe, Honeydew Granita. The grazing continues with a salad of roasted squash, carrots, chickpeas & almonds. Entertaining can be easy & approachable with tips from Lidia's Kitchen.

Lidia shares recipes that will be recreated for generations. Her Dandelion & Chickpea Salad is a great way to carry on memories of foraging! Lidia reminisces with an old friend, Dario Cecchini, a butcher from Italy. Each frittata Lidia makes is filled with memories, this one features bread, ricotta & spinach. Lidia encourages viewers to make their own traditions and pass them along to loved ones.