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Food.Network.US.Schedule.2014.12.28-2015.01.03.txt
All times are Eastern.
+Sunday+
7:00 AM Sandwich King
Hog Wild
Host: Jeff Mauro
Jeff goes hog wild with a Roasted Pork Sandwich With Piquillo Peppers and a side of Broccoli Rabe and Chorizo. Then, giant Pigs in a Blanket filled with sweet mascarpone cheese and topped off with Apple Chutney.
7:30 AM Barbecue Addiction: Bobby's Basics
Northeast Barbecue Feast
Host: Bobby Flay
Bobby Flay is barbecuing the Northeast's freshest catches. He shares his go-to summer dishes like Hot Lobster Rolls With Lemon-Tarragon Butter, Caramelized Scallops With Fresh Green Pea Vinaigrette, Grilled Swordfish and Eggplant-Grilled Pepper Salad and a homemade Raspberry Ginger Ale. It's Bobby's perfect summer day, on a plate!
8:00 AM The Best Thing I Ever Made
Tasty Travels
No need for planes, trains or automobiles! Take a taste-filled journey with Andrew Zimmern, Sunny Anderson, Marc Murphy and Roger Mooking as they cook up their favorite travel-inspired dishes, including succulent Chinese chicken Wings, Boeuf Bourginon that will have you saying, "ooh la la," Samosas with a Mediterranean flare and a Jagerschnitzel so authentically delicious you'll think you're in Germany!
8:30 AM The Best Thing I Ever Ate
Combos
On their own they're delicious, but put 'em together and they're irresistible. Spaghetti and Meatballs, Biscuits and Gravy, Fish and Chips, Chicken and Waffles. These are just a few of the classic food pairings Michael Symon, Ted Allen, Duff Goldman and others say are The Best Thing I Ever Ate...COMBOS.
9:00 AM Farmhouse Rules
Farm Girl Meets City Boy
Nancy and David are back at the country club where they first met, where David is competing in a golf tournament and Nancy is catering. Nancy makes Prime Rib Sandwiches With Horseradish Sauce, Sweet Potato Steak Fries, Gopher Bars and a Back Nine Cocktail for all the golfers to enjoy.
9:30 AM The Pioneer Woman
Scrumptious 16-Minute Meals
Host: Ree Drummond
No time is no trouble as Ree whips up three super fast 16-minute meals. There's an incredible Chicken Taco Salad for lunch, plus some great ideas for doctoring up dressing; a delicious Quick and Easy Roasted Red Pepper Pasta for a fast home-alone meal; plus six varieties of fabulous French Bread Pizzas with toppings including a Greek salad!
10:00 AM The Pioneer Woman
Takeout at Home
Host: Ree Drummond
Ree's cooking up a takeout treat for her girls, making a surprise dinner of their favorite Chinese food, complete with Cream Cheese Won Tons, sticky Orange Chicken, Beef With Broccoli and stir-fried Chow Mein.
10:30 AM Trisha's Southern Kitchen
Garth Brooks Is in the Kitchen
Host: Trisha Yearwood
Trisha is joined in the kitchen by her husband, Garth Brooks, to create dishes they love to cook together. On the menu: Black Bean Lasagna, Trisha's Thai Salad, "Miss" Mickey's Peanut Butter Balls and Lemonade.
11:00 AM Trisha's Southern Kitchen
Kelly Clarkson in the Kitchen
Host: Trisha Yearwood
Kelly Clarkson is passing through town while on tour, so Trisha invites her over for a delicious home-cooked meal. Trisha makes a quick Corn Salsa to greet Kelly and together they cook up Stuffed Pork Chops and mix together a Sweet and Crunchy Garden Salad. After they share a meal -- and a duet -- Trisha sends Kelly on her way with her favorite sweet treat, No Bake Chocolate Pretzel Peanut Butter Squares.
11:30 AM Brunch @ Bobby's
Southern Comfort Brunch
Bobby derives inspiration for this spectacular menu from the sweet and savory ingredients of Southern style cuisine. And it wouldn't be the South if there weren't collard greens and biscuits, so he cooks up a Sauteed Collard Green Omelet that will have you begging for seconds, along with Mustard Glazed Ham and Pimento Cheese Biscuits that are simply, sinful. Then he adds a hearty dose of decadence as he cooks homemade Sour Cream Waffles with Fresh Peaches in a Toasted Pecan Praline Sauce. And to drink? Bourbon, of course. Bobby's B and Tea includes sweet tea with citrus, mint, and Bourbon over ice. Enjoy!
12:00 PM Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives
Hometown Heroes
Host: Guy Fieri
Home is where the heart is, and in this one-hour special, it's also where you'll find some outrageously awesome food. Guy is diving deep into beloved neighborhoods across the country, checking out some all-time favorite local spots. These are the landmarks that have stood the test of time, from classic burgers and dogs to seafood and a whole menu full of home-cooked favorites. These joints know how to dish out grub that you just can't pass up when you're kicking around home sweet home.
1:00 PM Rewrapped
Pie For One, Pie For All
In the Recreate Challenge, the Rewrappers take on the most cherished of American snack pies, the Tastykake Glazed Cherry Pie. During the innovate challenge, one chef uses molecular gastronomy to make Cherry Pie Three Ways. Lay out a picnic blanket for this sweet episode of Rewrapped.
1:30 PM Beat Bobby Flay
Heat in the Street
Fusion chef Damien O'Donnell mixes it up against Mexican-born chef Adrian Leon. In their corner are Chopped judges Alex Guarnaschelli and Scott Conant, who will determine who has what it takes to Beat Bobby Flay.
2:00 PM Restaurant: Impossible
Oh Brother!
Host: Robert Irvine
Through the financial help of their mother and stepfather, brothers Gabe and Javier have owned the Knife and Fork Gastropub in San Antonio for two years. Although it appears wildly successful, the restaurant is being run into the ground, so the parents have called in Chef Robert Irvine to intervene. He'll have to find out where the money is going, get this restaurant clean and get the brothers to find their drive.
3:00 PM Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives
Old Standards, New Styles
Host: Guy Fieri
This trip, Guy's hittin' up some spots serving comfort food kicked up a notch. In Long Beach, Calif., the old school diner with a new school chef, cooking up home-style favorites like pot roast and scones with a twist. In Jackson, Wyo., the pizza joint slicing up mouthwatering pies topped with everything from pesto and chicken to spicy sausage and marinara. And in Monterey, Calif., the brewhouse crankin' out big time bar food like parmesan pretzels and short rib grilled cheese.
3:30 PM Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives
Righteous Bites
Host: Guy Fieri
This trip, Guy's diggin' into some diverse dishes on both sides of the Pacific. In Los Angeles, the East Coast buddies piling on a plateful of guilty pleasures like the Fat Jerry sammie, a smorgasbord of fried favorites from chicken fingers to mozzarella sticks to steak. In Monterey, Calif., the boat-to-table spot on the pier crankin' out all kinds of fresh fish like the abalone sliders and the seasonal crab feast. In Aiea, Hawaii, the double-duty bowling alley/restaurant is keeping it funky with one of DDD's best-ever oxtail soups and the flavorful grilled turkey sandwich.
4:00 PM Top 10 Restaurants with Food Network Magazine
Top 10 Restaurants with Food Network Magazine
Bobby Flay hosts this countdown of 10 must-eat meals of a lifetime. The food-obsessed have bucket lists too, and Food Network Magazine has scoured the country from coast to coast to compile a list of ten best dining experiences out there. From the ultimate white tablecloth dinner to the best backyard BBQ, no place is too fancy, too humble, or too far-flung to make the cut.
5:00 PM Kitchen Inferno
Fired Up
In this fiery season finale, the Inferno is ablaze as Chef Lia Fallon and Chef Carina Lampkin go against the culinary gladiators in an attempt to score $25,000 by incorporating canned tuna into a gourmet dish and making an outrageous dessert pizza.
6:00 PM Chopped
Sweet Surprises
Host: Ted Allen
The chefs are surprised to discover a decadent sweet creation along with every basket. In the first round a towering cake threatens to topple the chefs' chances at producing perfect plates. Then in the second round, a very colorful dessert ingredient makes for a very stressful challenge. And the two lucky competitors who make it to the last round are happy to see a fabulously chocolatey treat -- a sweet surprise that may finally work in their favor.
7:00 PM Chopped
Ultimate Champions: Pros
Host: Ted Allen
Four distinct groups of champs will return to the Chopped Kitchen: professionals, amateurs, heroes and celebrities, all leading up to a grand finale where one chef will seize the biggest prize in Chopped history: $50,000 and a new car! In this initial battle, four stellar professionals fight to see who will represent the pros in the finale. They have to wrangle and cook eels and figure out what to do with a super salty veggie for their appetizers. Then in the entree round, the champs have to work with a bird and a soda. And a special cheese and a creepy chocolate item appear in the dessert basket.
8:00 PM Chopped
Ultimate Champions: Amateur Champs
Host: Ted Allen
Some of the most beloved amateur winners return to the Chopped Kitchen for a shot to compete in the $50,000 finale. In the appetizer round the competitors must use salsa and cheese blintzes in their culinary masterpieces. Then as the entree round gets started, an off-balance tug-of-war over a piece of equipment has everybody laughing, except for the chef who loses the fight. And grapefruit is among the loot the last two champs find in the dessert basket.
9:00 PM Chopped
Ultimate Champions: Heroes
Host: Ted Allen
10:00 PM Chopped
Ultimate Champions: Celebrities
Host: Ted Allen
Four Chopped Champions from the world of entertainment and sports compete for the last spot in the $50,000 finale. In the appetizer round, the celebrity champs find a peculiar type of flour and sweet tea in the baskets. Then a can of soup in the entree round causes various issues for the competitors. And the judges taste banana paste and cream cheese desserts before deciding on the last finalist.
11:00 PM Chopped
Ultimate Champions: Grand Finale!
Host: Ted Allen
In a Chopped first, three not-at-all-average "Joes" fight it out against one outstanding pro, with $50,000 and a new car on the line! When the competitors get risotto in the first round, they have to decide whether to completely transform it or to greatly enhance its flavor. Then in the entree round, there's a huge surprise in the basket that not all of the champs are excited to see. And with the grand prize looming large, the last two competitors open the basket to find some booze and some baked goods.
12:00 AM Chopped
Ultimate Champions: Heroes
Host: Ted Allen
1:00 AM Chopped
Ultimate Champions: Celebrities
Host: Ted Allen
Four Chopped Champions from the world of entertainment and sports compete for the last spot in the $50,000 finale. In the appetizer round, the celebrity champs find a peculiar type of flour and sweet tea in the baskets. Then a can of soup in the entree round causes various issues for the competitors. And the judges taste banana paste and cream cheese desserts before deciding on the last finalist.
2:00 AM Chopped
Ultimate Champions: Grand Finale!
Host: Ted Allen
In a Chopped first, three not-at-all-average "Joes" fight it out against one outstanding pro, with $50,000 and a new car on the line! When the competitors get risotto in the first round, they have to decide whether to completely transform it or to greatly enhance its flavor. Then in the entree round, there's a huge surprise in the basket that not all of the champs are excited to see. And with the grand prize looming large, the last two competitors open the basket to find some booze and some baked goods.
3:00 AM Chopped
Ultimate Champions: Amateur Champs
Host: Ted Allen
Some of the most beloved amateur winners return to the Chopped Kitchen for a shot to compete in the $50,000 finale. In the appetizer round the competitors must use salsa and cheese blintzes in their culinary masterpieces. Then as the entree round gets started, an off-balance tug-of-war over a piece of equipment has everybody laughing, except for the chef who loses the fight. And grapefruit is among the loot the last two champs find in the dessert basket.
+Monday+
9:30 AM Barbecue Addiction: Bobby's Basics
Northeast Barbecue Feast
Host: Bobby Flay
Bobby Flay is barbecuing the Northeast's freshest catches. He shares his go-to summer dishes like Hot Lobster Rolls With Lemon-Tarragon Butter, Caramelized Scallops With Fresh Green Pea Vinaigrette, Grilled Swordfish and Eggplant-Grilled Pepper Salad and a homemade Raspberry Ginger Ale. It's Bobby's perfect summer day, on a plate!
10:00 AM Guy's Big Bite
The Fieri Boys Go Fancy
Host: Guy Fieri
Guy Fieri pulls out all the stops with his Pan Seared Veal Rib Eyes, blanketed in bubbly fontina cheese and crispy slices of prosciutto. You know Fieris are meat 'n' potatoes fans, and Guy's Roasted Reds with Peppers and Capers really satisfies with crisp red potato wedges tossed with shallot, sweet red bells, briny capers and crumbled gorgonzola cheese. To complete this Fieri feast, Long Beach Coleslaw brings bold flavor and texture with red cabbage, crisp iceburg lettuce and creamy blue cheese dressing. This is a meal for the ages, guaranteed to satisfy the meat lover in your family.
10:30 AM Rewrapped
All That Glitters Is Goldfish
11:00 AM Cupcake Wars
Cupcake Couture
Cupcakes meet high fashion as four talented bakers vie for a place at a VIP celebration for Vanessa and Angela Simmons' Pastry Shoes.
12:00 PM The Pioneer Woman
Kidswap Sleepover
Host: Ree Drummond
Ree's swapping kids for a sleepover with her best friend Hyacinth. The girls go to Hyacinth's and the boys come to Ree's where it's a boy friendly breakfast for dinner, with Sausage Pancakes on Sticks with Tater Tots and Purple Monster Smoothies and after an early morning working with Ladd on the ranch there's dinner for breakfast, with Biscuits, Steak Bites, Perfect Fried Eggs and Frozen Fruit Cups.
12:30 PM Barefoot Contessa
Dinner Date
Host: Ina Garten
Ina is holding a joint party with a friends . She is doing most of the cooking, crab strudel, maple baked beans and poached fruit. Her friend is providing the setting, doing the table and buying a spiral baked ham to serve with the beans. This is entertaining shared made fun and easy.
1:00 PM Sandra's Money Saving Meals
Smartly Southern
Host: Sandra Lee
Listen up y'all, Sandy Lee has got a Southern menu that will warm your heart and save you some green. It all starts with simple, savory Shrimp and Grits followed by fast and easy Roasted Corn and Bean Salad. For dessert, Sandy's got a delightful Brown Sugar Corn Meal Cake and for cocktail time it doesn't get any more Southern than Lemon Berry Zingers! All that and a down home Round Two Recipe for Savory Corn Fritters!
1:30 PM Ten Dollar Dinners
Little Helpers, Big Brunch
Host: Melissa d'Arabian
Melissa d'Arabian cooks a weekend brunch menu with two enthusiastic helpers: her daughters. Chocolate-Chocolate-Veggie Pancakes are filled with chocolate flavor and nutrients. Baked Eggs With Chorizo and Cream look elegant and are kid-friendly, cooked in ramekins with a layer of bubbly jack cheese. To drink, Green Morning Smoothies are a fun color and a tasty finale for this delicious, nutritious family brunch.
2:00 PM Secrets of a Restaurant Chef
The Secret to Eggs Benedict
Host: Anne Burrell
Chef Anne Burrell reveals a big restaurant secret: with a few easy tricks, Eggs Benedict is much easier than it looks! Chef Anne shares her fail proof tips for perfect poached eggs and smooth and creamy hollandaise, plus easy homemade Strawberry-Raspberry Preserves. With Chef Anne by your side, you'll have a restaurant-quality brunch without breaking a sweat. Toast to easy elegance with a glass of Prosecco sparkling wine!
2:30 PM 30 Minute Meals
BLT BLD
Host: Rachael Ray
A mouthwatering meal with a sweet finish, for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Risotto with Bacon, Leeks and Tomatoes with Eggs; Berry Smash with Meringues and Sorbet or Ice Cream
3:00 PM Giada at Home
Treasure Hunt
Host: Giada De Laurentiis
Giada De Laurentiis is pulling out all the stops for a fun and festive kid's party. She's created a map for her guests to discover secret treasures around the house and the party setting is a whimsical wonderland with a menu to match: Carrot and Zucchini Mini-Muffins, colorful quesadillas and Berry Fruit Drops for dessert.
3:30 PM Giada at Home
Spice of Life
Host: Giada De Laurentiis
Giada De Laurentiis turns up the heat in the kitchen as she creates hot and fiery recipes from around the globe like Vietnamese Red Snapper With Noodles, Vegetable Paella, Spiced Beef Kabobs With Cucumber Yogurt Sauce and Moroccan Chocolate Mousse.
4:00 PM Barefoot Contessa
Cooking with Friends
Host: Ina Garten
It's competition time and battle of the taste buds as Ina and her friends Eli Zabar and David Ziff plan a pot luck dinner. They each take a course with a Mediterranean theme and create dishes such as Grilled Eggplant With Sherry Vinegar Drizzle, Fried Baby Artichokes, Eli's Grilled Rib Eye Steak and Italian Plum Tart. But first there's breakfast at Ina's to discuss the plan over delicious Tri-Berry Pancakes.
4:30 PM Barefoot Contessa
Working Lunch
Host: Ina Garten
A finger food lunch for any occasion. Ina hosts a working lunch for her book editor and designer. The menu theme is bite size finger food including fabulous open and closed sandwiches, delicious cold Borscht Soup in a mug and tempting Chocolate and Peanut Cupcakes.
5:00 PM The Pioneer Woman
Takeout at Home
Host: Ree Drummond
Ree's cooking up a takeout treat for her girls, making a surprise dinner of their favorite Chinese food, complete with Cream Cheese Won Tons, sticky Orange Chicken, Beef With Broccoli and stir-fried Chow Mein.
5:30 PM Farmhouse Rules
Fly Fishing
Nancy and her son John love the outdoors, and spend the day fly fishing. Nancy takes the catch home and cooks up a cozy dinner of Bacon Wrapped Trout, Asparagus With a Creamy Herb Vinaigrette and Peanut Butter Cookies.
6:00 PM Guy's Grocery Games
A Culinary Spelling Bee
Host: Guy Fieri
Four chefs put their culinary and spelling skills to the test in the alphabetically enticing game, ABC. The second game has our chefs rummaging through bins to make a show-stopping starter in Clearance Carts. And then it's every chef's worst nightmare in Frozen Food Feud, where the two remaining contestants have to make a classic dish worthy of the $20,000 Shopping Spree.
7:00 PM Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives
Turn On Traditional
Host: Guy Fieri
This trip, Guy's gettin' a taste of traditional recipes, with a kick. In Chesterfield, Mo., the Mexican joint serving up a turn on mom's pork chile verde. In Boston, a second generation lobster shack turning heads with cod cakes and lobster mac and cheese. And in Syracuse, N.Y., the real deal Irish pub stuffing the Rueben into fritters and layin' out an Irish meatloaf.
7:30 PM Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives
Unconventional Comforts
Host: Guy Fieri
This trip, Guy's food radar is all over the map. On the east coast of Oahu, Hawaii, the general store crankin' out traditional Hawaiian dishes like lau lau stew. In Chicago, the real deal Italian family serving up totally scratch made Sicilian sandwiches like the schiacciata. And in Hernando, Miss., the underground cafe going bananas with their twist on French toast.
8:00 PM Mystery Diners
Bad Poets Society
Danny and Jonathan, owners of Old School Bar and Grill in Austin, Texas, are concerned about a loss of revenue on their "Poetry Nights." Charles sends in Mystery Diners Justin and Samantha to find out why the register is being affected.
8:30 PM Mystery Diners
Mascot Mayhem
Blaine, the owner of Zippy's Giant Burgers in Seattle, contacts Charles to investigate rumors that his new mascot is misbehaving. Mystery Diners Nadine and John go undercover to discover exactly who is behind the mascot costume.
9:00 PM Mystery Diners
Vintage Scams
Jimmy, owner of Rockabillies in Arvada, Colo., is concerned about a dip in sales, especially during his restaurant's summer vintage car show. Charles sends in Mystery Diners Amber and Kyle to investigate and discovers that his staff is breaking multiple rules.
10:00 PM Restaurant: Impossible
Biggest Blowups
Host: Robert Irvine
11:00 PM Restaurant: Impossible
Culture Clash
Host: Robert Irvine
Marie's at Ummat Cafe poses many challenges for Chef Robert Irvine. Situated next to Atlanta's oldest Mosque, many potential customers falsely think that the restaurant is strictly for Muslims, owner Jaliwa's experience in catering has not translated into running a restaurant and the design team has a fight that puts the entire restaurant makeover in jeopardy.
12:00 AM Mystery Diners
Vintage Scams
Jimmy, owner of Rockabillies in Arvada, Colo., is concerned about a dip in sales, especially during his restaurant's summer vintage car show. Charles sends in Mystery Diners Amber and Kyle to investigate and discovers that his staff is breaking multiple rules.
1:00 AM Restaurant: Impossible
Biggest Blowups
Host: Robert Irvine
2:00 AM Restaurant: Impossible
Culture Clash
Host: Robert Irvine
Marie's at Ummat Cafe poses many challenges for Chef Robert Irvine. Situated next to Atlanta's oldest Mosque, many potential customers falsely think that the restaurant is strictly for Muslims, owner Jaliwa's experience in catering has not translated into running a restaurant and the design team has a fight that puts the entire restaurant makeover in jeopardy.
3:00 AM Mystery Diners
Bad Poets Society
Danny and Jonathan, owners of Old School Bar and Grill in Austin, Texas, are concerned about a loss of revenue on their "Poetry Nights." Charles sends in Mystery Diners Justin and Samantha to find out why the register is being affected.
3:30 AM Mystery Diners
Mascot Mayhem
Blaine, the owner of Zippy's Giant Burgers in Seattle, contacts Charles to investigate rumors that his new mascot is misbehaving. Mystery Diners Nadine and John go undercover to discover exactly who is behind the mascot costume.
4:00 AM Chef Wanted With Anne Burrell
Meat Me in Cincinnati
Host: Anne Burrell
Jeff Ruby, the biggest restaurateur in Cincinnati, is in desperate need of a new executive chef for his flagship steakhouse, the Precinct. Anne Burrell brings Jeff four candidates who are tasked with first creating a high-end steak dish using inexpensive cuts of meat and then they must create a signature dish to add to Precinct's menu. The final two chefs are handed the keys to Precinct restaurant for a dinner service: One candidate's focus on speed ends up causing execution issues, while the other candidate has a confrontation with the owner that could ruin their chances at getting the job.
+Tuesday+
9:30 AM Barbecue Addiction: Bobby's Basics
Backyard Mexican Food Fest
Host: Bobby Flay
Bobby Flay takes us way beyond the burrito with his culinary tour of the diverse and delicious cuisine of Mexico. He starts off with a citrusy street food from the country's west coast: Charcoal Grilled Chicken Sinaloa Style. He serves it with a smoky, refreshing Grilled Green Onion, Quinoa and Corn Relish. Next up, we head to the heartland of Mexican food on the strength of Chef Flay's Oaxaca Burger topped with Manchego cheese, Avocado and Spicy Pickled Red Onions. Grilled Mango tricked out in the traditional way with Lime, Salt and caliente Ancho Chile Powder teases and tantalizes; and a Raspberry Peach Aqua Fresca puts out the fire. Que rico!
10:00 AM Cooking for Real
Caribbean Getaway
Host: Sunny Anderson
Follow Sunny's lead to the islands with warmly spiced wings, a salad bursting with fresh flavors and a cool, refreshing drink. Take your mid-week vacation tonight -- yeah, mon!
10:30 AM Down Home with the Neelys
New Year's Eve for Two
Host: Patrick and Gina Neely
The Neelys are celebrating a "New Year's Eve for Two," and you can bet your bottom it's going to be romantically delicious! First, it's a Grilled Rib Eye for Two with Arugula and Tomato Salad. Then, Gina's fixing up her special Passion Pasta filled with juicy shrimp and sea scallops galore. For dessert, it's a Dreamy Chocolate Mousse that will glide off your spoon like silk. Finally, a concoction that will make even the most finicky of suitors fall madly in love, the Love Potion Cocktail. The ball is about to drop, and this "New Year's Eve for Two" is sure to be a tasty celebratory meal!
11:00 AM Cupcake Wars
Breeders' Cup
It's the mother of all horse races, as four cupcake bakers vie for the chance to have their cupcakes at the center of the legendary Breeders' Cup World Championships. To get there, they must win over guest judge Bo Derek, iconic actress, model and Breeders' Cup Ambassador. At stake is a $10,000 prize.
12:00 PM The Pioneer Woman
Surprise Birthday
Host: Ree Drummond
It's Todd's 7th birthday and the family is planning his first-ever surprise party. First the baby cowboy gets treated to his favorite Lemon Blueberry Pancakes for breakfast, then it's a day of keeping mum as Ree conjures up a county birthday feast of Macaroni and Cheese and juicy Sliders with a toppings bar and a Chocolate Sheet Cake for dessert. Then, stand by for the moment when Todd gets the surprise of his life.
12:30 PM Barefoot Contessa
Birthday Parties
Host: Ina Garten
It's back to basics on birthday celebrations. It's Jeffrey's birthday and Ina is making him a fantastic nostalgic dinner complete with Matzo Balls, Chicken Soup, Filet of Beef with Gorgonzola Sauce, Stuffed Cabbage and a Cookie Glaze, and it can all be made in advance. Plus she's answering everyone's birthday dilemmas in Ask Ina.
1:00 PM Sandra's Money Saving Meals
Cheaper by the Dozen
Host: Sandra Lee
Sandra is adding to her nest egg with eggs! With recipes for Savory Bread Pudding,, Spinach & Potato Frittata, Poached Eggs with Farmhouse Hash, and Fried Bread Pudding Bites.
1:30 PM Ten Dollar Dinners
Appetizing Savings
Host: Melissa d'Arabian
Melissa d'Arabian makes a whole meal inspired by popular appetizers. Bowls of chilled White Gazpacho, Spicy Turkey Lollipops with a raspberry glaze, warm Blue Cheese Fondue, and Crispy Fried Celery Sticks will fill you up without draining your wallet.
2:00 PM Secrets of a Restaurant Chef
The Secret to Cod and Shrimp
Host: Anne Burrell
Learn Chef Anne Burrell's tricks to restaurant-ready Cod and Shrimp in Fennel and White Wine Broth. Expertly seared seafood, served with market fresh vegetables in a homemade seafood and pernod broth. On the side, Bresaola and Lightly Pickled Mushroom and Cauliflower Salad with Crispy Parmigiano finds the perfect balance of flavors and textures.
2:30 PM 30 Minute Meals
Tangy and Tasty
Host: Rachael Ray
Celebrate citrus with a tangy and tasty meal that will be on the table in half an hour flat. Carbonara-Style Tagliatelle with Grilled Asparagus, Lemon-herb Breadcrumbs and Pecorino; Hot and Sweet Orange Salad.
3:00 PM Giada at Home
Nonna Luna's Recipe Diary: Chapter 2
Host: Giada De Laurentiis
Aunt Raffy joins Giada De Laurentiis in the kitchen to re-create a few of grandmother Nonna Luna's recipes. Nonna Luna's recipe diaries include a wealth of family recipes and cooking secrets passed down from Nonna Luna to Raffy, and then from Raffy to Giada. Some of Giada's favorites include Nonna's Artichokes, Baked Risotto and a special Spinach Loaf.
3:30 PM Giada at Home
A Day of Indulgence
Host: Giada De Laurentiis
Giada prepares a menu for a relaxing Spa Day at home with her friends. The husbands and kids head off for a day at the park so Giada and the other moms may enjoy spa treatments and a lunch full of comfort food. On the menu are Roasted Tomatoes With Garlic, Gorgonzola and Herbs, Chocolate Rice Pudding and a Sweet Basil Smoothie.
4:00 PM Barefoot Contessa
Bc Burger Joint
Host: Ina Garten
Ina's tuning up the volume on burger joint classics. There's easy Seafood Chowder, then she discovers the secrets on how to make the perfect burger with Chef Laurent Tourondel from LT burger, who also shares his recipes for delicious burger toppings, pickle mayo and guacamole. Then salad and fries get a makeover with delicious Buttermilk Ranch Dressing With Bibb Lettuce and Baked Sweet Potato Fries. Then it's time to answer questions on burger joint food in Ask Ina.
4:30 PM Barefoot Contessa
Turning Up the Volume
Host: Ina Garten
It's back to basics on turning up the volume on flavor. Ina's taking everyday favorites and giving them the star treatment by adding one special ingredient. This is the ordinary made extraordinary; Deeply Chocolate Gelato, Lobster Pot Pie and the perfect Vinaigrette for Green Salad.
5:00 PM The Pioneer Woman
Edna Mae's Birthday
Host: Ree Drummond
Ladd's grandmother Edna Mae is turning 89 so Ree and the kids are surprising her with a beautiful birthday care pack with all her favorite foods; Roast Chicken, Cauliflower Soup with Toasted Crackers and a stunning Blueberry Italian Cream Cake.
5:30 PM Trisha's Southern Kitchen
Kelly Clarkson in the Kitchen
Host: Trisha Yearwood
Kelly Clarkson is passing through town while on tour, so Trisha invites her over for a delicious home-cooked meal. Trisha makes a quick Corn Salsa to greet Kelly and together they cook up Stuffed Pork Chops and mix together a Sweet and Crunchy Garden Salad. After they share a meal -- and a duet -- Trisha sends Kelly on her way with her favorite sweet treat, No Bake Chocolate Pretzel Peanut Butter Squares.
6:00 PM Chopped
Ready, Set, Escargot!
Host: Ted Allen
Snails are the first order of business in the Chopped kitchen. Can the competitors make escargot go with red jalapenos? A mishap with a paper towel leads to a dangerous situation at one chef's station. With Chinese eggplant and ground lamb in the entree basket, three chefs all choose a similar direction for their dishes. Then two very driven finalists compete to make great desserts from garnet yams and roasted noodles.
7:00 PM Chopped
Oui, Oui, Confit
Host: Ted Allen
The judges are pleased to see duck confit in the first basket. But when it comes time to taste, they're disappointed that they must consider a competitor's very minimal use of one of the other ingredients. Then in the entree round, a jar of peanut butter and a can of shrimp are two of the puzzling items that the chefs discover in the baskets. As the competition wraps up, will wonton wrappers and grape jelly beans stump the finalists?
8:00 PM Chopped
Class Acts, Too
Host: Ted Allen
Class is once again in session in the Chopped Kitchen, with ladies from America's school cafeterias competing and sharing their stories. In the first round, ground turkey and frozen yogurt test the chefs' skills. Then the ladies must sweat out a 30-minute entree round with sweet potatoes and hoisin sauce as ingredients. The final two competitors advance to dessert round to find a basket of healthy items. And when one chef's plans literally fall apart, she must decide whether to rethink her idea or try, try again.
9:00 PM Chopped
Hoofin' It!
Host: Ted Allen
When the clock starts ticking down from 20 minutes, the chefs must rush to make appetizers with pickled pigs' feet and sweet potato chips. And one chef doesn't realize they've made a potentially costly mistake until it's too late. Then in the entree round, the competitors must try to make pie work with venison. And the two finalists come up with similar ideas for their desserts, but which dish will the judges prefer?
10:00 PM Chopped
Four Fathers
Host: Ted Allen
Making their kids proud, four daring dads take on the pressure cooker that is the Chopped Kitchen, but how will the fathers-turned-competitors fare with fish and salt and vinegar potato chips in the appetizer round? The dads get the gift of a bottle of scotch in the entree basket. And after the two fathers fight it out in the dessert round, the judges debate whose rice pudding and pretzel dessert was more successful.
11:00 PM Chopped
Liver and Learn
Host: Ted Allen
The chefs receive calves' livers and ranch dressing in the first round, and the judges watch as four appetizers come together in 20 minutes. Then in the entree round, a small bird and a citrusy spice make for an interesting combination. And will hot sauce be a hit in the finalists' desserts?
12:00 AM Chopped
Hoofin' It!
Host: Ted Allen
When the clock starts ticking down from 20 minutes, the chefs must rush to make appetizers with pickled pigs' feet and sweet potato chips. And one chef doesn't realize they've made a potentially costly mistake until it's too late. Then in the entree round, the competitors must try to make pie work with venison. And the two finalists come up with similar ideas for their desserts, but which dish will the judges prefer?
1:00 AM Chopped
Four Fathers
Host: Ted Allen
Making their kids proud, four daring dads take on the pressure cooker that is the Chopped Kitchen, but how will the fathers-turned-competitors fare with fish and salt and vinegar potato chips in the appetizer round? The dads get the gift of a bottle of scotch in the entree basket. And after the two fathers fight it out in the dessert round, the judges debate whose rice pudding and pretzel dessert was more successful.
2:00 AM Chopped
Liver and Learn
Host: Ted Allen
The chefs receive calves' livers and ranch dressing in the first round, and the judges watch as four appetizers come together in 20 minutes. Then in the entree round, a small bird and a citrusy spice make for an interesting combination. And will hot sauce be a hit in the finalists' desserts?
3:00 AM Chopped
Class Acts, Too
Host: Ted Allen
Class is once again in session in the Chopped Kitchen, with ladies from America's school cafeterias competing and sharing their stories. In the first round, ground turkey and frozen yogurt test the chefs' skills. Then the ladies must sweat out a 30-minute entree round with sweet potatoes and hoisin sauce as ingredients. The final two competitors advance to dessert round to find a basket of healthy items. And when one chef's plans literally fall apart, she must decide whether to rethink her idea or try, try again.
4:00 AM Sweet Genius
Cuckoo Genius
Host: Ron Ben-Israel
In the first test of genius, the chefs are inspired by some canine cuteness for their breakfast food and bland bread chocolate desserts. In the second test, the chefs get an entertaining inspiration, peanuts and a sweet drink. With two chefs left competing for the title of Sweet Genius, a charming, chiming object gets the chefs' imaginations ticking. But who will be able to make the better cake from a supermarket treat and an aromatic grass?
+Wednesday+
9:30 AM Throwdown with Bobby Flay
Grinders
Host: Bobby Flay
Philadelphia is known as the city of Brotherly Love; except when someone comes and challenges a local hero - or sub, or hoagie or grinder in this case. Whatever you call it there's no love lost when Peter McAndrews puts his famous "Paesano" grinder up against Bobby Flay in a 15 round championship Throwdown. Will Bobby's Italian grinder go the distance?
10:00 AM 5 Ingredient Fix
Reservations For Brunch
Host: Claire Robinson
10:30 AM Hungry Girl
Just Desserts
Life has never been sweeter at HG, because this week, Lisa's dedicated to desserts! She's got a guilt-free treat for every sweet tooth, including gooey-delicious Caramel Swirl Cream Puffs, sweet and spicy Super Simple Apple Cinnamon Crepes and divine Upside-Down Pineapple Applesauce Cake. Some dessert shockers and melt-in-your-mouth market goodies are also on the docket, as well as a super-special Secret Find that Lisa turns into her scrumptious Freezy Cool Banana Whoopee Pie.
11:00 AM Cupcake Wars
Dodgers Cupcakes
Four cupcake bakers will face off for the chance to have their cupcakes featured at a celebration honoring the world renowned LA Dodgers at a VIP party at the stadium.
12:00 PM The Pioneer Woman
Little School House on the Prairie
Host: Ree Drummond
School's in at the lodge where it's homeschool Co-Op day. The night before Ree gets ahead with Strawberry Oatmeal Bars. The next day, up at the lodge, they're joined by the other moms and kids where Strawberry Jam is the first period in a cool lesson mixing science and cooking, followed by a nature trail around the ranch while Ree makes lunch for the hungry kids -- Broccoli Cheese Soup on hollowed out bread bowls.
12:30 PM Barefoot Contessa
Rehearsal Dinner
Host: Ina Garten
It's a pre-party tasting and planning meeting for Ina's friend's son's rehearsal dinner. She has a foolproof menu and plan to share that's the perfect party blueprint for every occasion. On the buffet table there's Tarragon Potato Salad, Chunky Blue Cheese and Yogurt Dip, Vegetable Coleslaw and Guacamole to pair up with local takeout specialties.
1:00 PM Semi-Homemade Cooking
Brunch for a Bunch
Host: Sandra Lee
Wake up sleepyheads! Sandra Lee is making a creative brunch buffet that is light on prep and heavy on pleasing. On the menu, a Savory Breakfast Casserole with a trio of toppings - Avocado and Black Bean Salsa, Mushroom and Onion Jam and Tomato and Basil. And then, Swedish Pancakes with two distinct and delicious fillings. Plus, a unique Yogurt Parfait Bar. Plus, a sparkling juice bar with options for everyone. And of course, a fabulous tablescape that will make your brunch the hottest morning ticket in town
1:30 PM Ten Dollar Dinners
Dixie on a Dime
Host: Melissa d'Arabian
Melissa d'Arabian proves you can serve a delicious fried chicken meal any night of the week, without breaking a sweat...or your budget. Her Weeknight Buttermilk Fried Chicken is juicy and tender inside, golden and crispy outside, the perfect match for creamy Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes. Crunchy and fresh Kale Slaw completes this Southern-inspired meal.
2:00 PM Secrets of a Restaurant Chef
The Secret to Crispy Stuffed Chicken Breasts
Host: Anne Burrell
Chef Anne Burrell gives her secrets to making weeknight chicken restaurant-worthy. Her Crispy Chicken Breasts Stuffed with Mushrooms and Goat Cheese are literally packed with flavor, and are a breeze to put together. Wilted Escarole with Pine Nuts and Raisins strikes the perfect sweet-salty balance for an elegant side dish. Wine: Pinot Grigio
2:30 PM 30 Minute Meals
Dinner and Dessert in 30
Host: Rachael Ray
A savory dinner with a sweet finish. chicken and herb pot pie stoup; easy lemon black and blue cobbler.
3:00 PM Giada at Home
Table for Two
Host: Giada De Laurentiis
Giada and her husband Todd hire a babysitter and plan a very memorable date night at home. Giada plans the menu and makes the food, while Todd takes care of every other detail.
3:30 PM Giada at Home
Welcome Home
Host: Giada De Laurentiis
Carolyna is home from college and Giada is making her a "good to be home" meal with Turkey Milanese, Bacon and Pancetta Potatoes and Roasted Apple Pies With Whipped Cream.
4:00 PM Barefoot Contessa
Easy French
Host: Ina Garten
Ina is cooking with legendary chef Daniel Boulud at his flagship restaurant in New York. They'll be cooking one of his signature French dishes then it's back to Easy Hampton for delicious French recipes and ideas and tips in Ask Ina.
4:30 PM Barefoot Contessa
Barefoot Classics
Host: Ina Garten
Ina's updating some barefoot bestsellers & sharing shortcuts & know how on Easy Sticky Buns, Mustard Chicken Salad, Roasted Vegetables & Roasted Veg Soup.
5:00 PM The Pioneer Woman
Gathering Bulls
Host: Ree Drummond
While the kids and Ladd are outside working the bulls, Ree is making them a rib-sticking meal for when the school bell rings. There's Strawberry Lemonade to refresh them when they get to the lodge, and then Scalloped Potatoes and Ham with a side of Lemony Green Beans. To keep things sweet, Chocolate Pecan Crispy Treats before the kids get down to their studies.
5:30 PM Southern at Heart
Pizza Party
Damaris's niece and friends are visiting, so she whips up foods that kids love with sneaky tricks to get them to eat their veggies. They make Semolina and Sundried Tomato Waffles with homemade Pizza Sauce and Chocolate Chip Cherry Cast-Iron Cookies. With simple, sure-fire recipes, Damaris shows how to make special meals for the little loved ones in your family.
6:00 PM Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives
Dynamic Dishes
Host: Guy Fieri
This trip, Guy's taking on some truly unique eats. In Honolulu, the Jamaican joint servin' up jerk chicken wings and some wicked goat curry. In Arlington, Texas, the Russian spot flipping a potato pancake stuffed with beef. And in Las Vegas, check out a taco stand fillin' up tortillas with some worldly flavors.
6:30 PM Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives
Pizza, Pancakes and Pork
Host: Guy Fieri
This trip, triple D is all over the triple P. In Detroit, a pizza joint crankin' out pies with totally homemade toppings, and a unique crepe-filled lasagna. In Virginia Beach, Va., a beachside breakfast favorite the locals come running to for their citrus orange glazed pancakes and innovative benedicts. And in Chicago, the tiny dive servin' up flavor in massive proportions, like the melt-in-your-mouth pork belly sandwich.
7:00 PM Cutthroat Kitchen
Superstar Sabotage: Heat One
Host: Alton Brown
Chefs Susan Feniger, Jeff Mauro, Michael Psilakis and Aarti Sequeira face off in the first heat of the Cutthroat Kitchen Superstar Sabotage. The chefs will face sabotages including a treadmill station, a hammer carnival game and cooking in a conveyor toaster.
8:00 PM Cutthroat Kitchen
Superstar Sabotage: Heat Two
Host: Alton Brown
Chefs Nadia G., Brian Malarkey, Marcel Vigneron and Justin Warner face sabotages including a very high prep table, cooking in a popcorn machine and getting a hand stuck in a cookie jar in before one makes it to the Grand Finale.
9:00 PM Cutthroat Kitchen
Superstar Sabotage: Heat Three
Host: Alton Brown
Chefs Anne Burrell, Eric Greenspan, Johnny Iuzzini and Damaris Phillips battle each other and sabotages such as a floating prep station, holding hands with another chef around the kitchen and having their mixing and cooking vessels replaced by lemons.
10:00 PM Cutthroat Kitchen
Superstar Sabotage: Heat Four
Host: Alton Brown
There's only one more spot in the Superstar Sabotage finale and chefs Melissa d'Arabian, Elizabeth Falkner, Alex Guarnaschelli and Fabio Viviani each think they have what it takes to get there. But first, they'll be faced with sabotages including hitting the slots for ingredients, harvesting cheese from a giant cheese block and cooking in banana leaves.
11:00 PM Cutthroat Kitchen
Superstar Sabotage: Finale
Host: Alton Brown
Four star chefs return to the Cutthroat Kitchen for the Superstar Sabotage Finale. In order to win the tournament, they'll have to face sabotages such as prepping in a ball pit, cooking on a moving boat ride and facing down the notorious miniature kitchen.
12:00 AM Cutthroat Kitchen
Superstar Sabotage: Heat Three
Host: Alton Brown
Chefs Anne Burrell, Eric Greenspan, Johnny Iuzzini and Damaris Phillips battle each other and sabotages such as a floating prep station, holding hands with another chef around the kitchen and having their mixing and cooking vessels replaced by lemons.
1:00 AM Cutthroat Kitchen
Superstar Sabotage: Heat Four
Host: Alton Brown
There's only one more spot in the Superstar Sabotage finale and chefs Melissa d'Arabian, Elizabeth Falkner, Alex Guarnaschelli and Fabio Viviani each think they have what it takes to get there. But first, they'll be faced with sabotages including hitting the slots for ingredients, harvesting cheese from a giant cheese block and cooking in banana leaves.
2:00 AM Cutthroat Kitchen
Superstar Sabotage: Finale
Host: Alton Brown
Four star chefs return to the Cutthroat Kitchen for the Superstar Sabotage Finale. In order to win the tournament, they'll have to face sabotages such as prepping in a ball pit, cooking on a moving boat ride and facing down the notorious miniature kitchen.
3:00 AM Cutthroat Kitchen
Superstar Sabotage: Heat Two
Host: Alton Brown
Chefs Nadia G., Brian Malarkey, Marcel Vigneron and Justin Warner face sabotages including a very high prep table, cooking in a popcorn machine and getting a hand stuck in a cookie jar in before one makes it to the Grand Finale.
4:00 AM Kitchen Casino
Aw Shucks
Four chefs ante up in the kitchen, and the slot machine proves to be a challenge for a chef who attempts a savory pizza dish. In round two, chefs not only need luck to play chef roulette, but they also must shuck their own scallops. In the final round of poker, the two remaining chefs must decide to go sweet or savory with chicken liver, puff pastry and maraschino cherries.
+Thursday+
9:30 AM The Pioneer Woman
Rise and Shine
Host: Ree Drummond
It's the tale of three breakfasts on the ranch. For breakfast on the run, Ree's making tender Mini Vanilla Scones With Vanilla Bean Glaze and a Perfect Iced Coffee. To celebrate her father-in-law's birthday, there are Eggs Benedict and Breakfast Potatoes. Finally, the hearty Breakfast Burritos, perfect for hungry kids and cowboys out working on the ranch.
10:00 AM Southern at Heart
Ultimate Down-Home Breakfast
Today, Damaris helps Demond whip up the ultimate breakfast in bed to make for his fiancee. Inspired by fall harvest ingredients, this breakfast of Pumpkin Scones With Maple Cinnamon Icing, Homemade Granola Parfait and Baked Quiche With Country Ham, will uplift any sweetheart with spectacular results.
10:30 AM Giada at Home
Slumber Party with Alie and Georgia
Host: Giada De Laurentiis
Giada De Laurentiis is a guest at the Hollywood Improv, for Alie Ward and Georgia Hardstark's live comedy show called "Slumber Party with Alie and Georgia." In keeping with the theme, Giada prepares breakfast-style food to take to the event like Bloody Mary Dip, Silver Dollar Pancake Sandwiches and Eggs Benedict Deviled Eggs. Meanwhile, Alie and Georgia prepare a Lavender Chamomile Tequila to go enjoy with the appetizers while on stage.
11:00 AM Barefoot Contessa
Cocktails and Cookies
Host: Ina Garten
It's all about brunch, baking and cocktail shaking as Ina asks her Hollywood mogul friends over for Breakfast Ricotta With Berries and Maple Syrup. Then Ina's showing the guys how to bake Whole Wheat and Peanut Butter Dog Biscuits for their pooch and delicious Jalapeno Cheddar Crackers to eat with the Blood Orange Cosmos the guys are mixing up.
11:30 AM Barefoot Contessa
Brunch Bunch
Host: Ina Garten
Ina is working on an article about brunch and calls in the help of team brunch. Local florist Michael Grimm creates a flower display to go on the brunch table set and photographed by Miguel Florres. There's Baked Blintzes With Fresh Blueberry Sauce, Apricot Butter, Roasted Hazelnut Granola and a Fruit Platter.
12:00 PM Trisha's Southern Kitchen
Breakfast for Supper
Host: Trisha Yearwood
Trisha and her friend Donna make some easy to assemble breakfast dishes, that are hearty enough for dinner. The girls prep Breakfast Sausage Casserole, Beth's Hash Brown Potato Casserole, Pecan Pie Muffins and Grapefruit Pineapple Bellini in their pajamas!
12:30 PM Trisha's Southern Kitchen
Brunch With Aunt T
Host: Trisha Yearwood
Trisha shows her niece, Ashley, how to make the perfect Southern brunch. Trisha and Ashley prepare Blueberry Pancakes, Garth's Breakfast Bowl, and Apple Dumplings.
1:00 PM The Pioneer Woman
Sunday Brunch
Host: Ree Drummond
Three generations of Drummonds are gathering at the lodge for Sunday brunch after church. Ree's got a spectacular make-ahead menu featuring a glorious Baked Glazed Ham, Drop Biscuits and Ham Gravy, Baked Eggs in Hash Brown Cups and zesty Fruit Salad With Orange Vanilla Syrup. Plus sister-in-law Missy's bringing her famous Lemon and Blueberry Cupcakes.
1:30 PM The Pioneer Woman
Breakfast Delivery
Host: Ree Drummond
Ree's making a rib-sticking breakfast delivery to hungry cattle workers. It's all the cowboy favorites; Best Breakfast Potatoes Ever, Spicy Scrambled Eggs, warm Black Pepper and Sage Biscuits and Sausage Gravy, all served tailgate-style off the back of Ree's pick up.
2:00 PM Chopped
Brunch Boxes
Host: Ted Allen
In this Chopped competition, the baskets are all packed with ingredients you might find on a sophisticated brunch menu. Near the end of a champagne and caviar appetizer round, one chef makes a generous, but potentially costly, choice. How will the chefs pair a seafood extravagance with pancake mix in the entree round? Then turning classic brunch items into dessert is the final, demanding challenge for the last two chefs.
3:00 PM Chopped
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner!
Host: Ted Allen
The usual rounds of appetizer, entree and dessert are replaced with breakfast, lunch and dinner, and the judges are hoping for pure decadence! In the first round, black forest bacon and prune juice are two of the mystery ingredients that the competitors must manage to transform. Then in the lunch round, some colorful surprises are in the basket. Finally, when the chefs find some dream ingredients in the dinner basket, will they successfully rise to the occasion and make a final plate that the judges will adore?
4:00 PM Chopped
An Egg Up
Host: Ted Allen
The chefs battle for the lead in the first round, as they try to figure out what to do with a potent ingredient: so-called 100-year-old eggs! Then in the second round, mango pudding must make its way into the competitors' main course dishes. And with waffle cones in the final basket, will either chef make ice cream for dessert?
5:00 PM Chopped
Bacon Baskets!
Host: Ted Allen
The chefs get some great news before the cooking begins: bacon will be in every basket! In the first one, they find Mangalista bacon and apple chips. Then in the second round, the judges watch to see if the competitors will be able to make dried cherries work with their pork entrees. French toast and bacon are a breakfast classic, but can the final two chefs manage to transform these mystery ingredients into dessert?
6:00 PM Chopped
Pizza Perfect
Host: Ted Allen
The chefs learn they will be expected to make a pizza perfect meal. In the first round one of the competitors takes a loose interpretation of the theme: How will the judges react? Then some unusual toppings must make their way onto the entree pizzas. And the finalists must make pizza for dessert, with candied mushrooms and salted caramel sauce.
7:00 PM Chopped
All-Burger Meal!
Host: Ted Allen
The chefs learn that they will be making hamburgers, in some shape or form, for every round, starting with veal burgers for appetizers. Then in the entree round a little quail egg causes a big headache for some of the competitors. And who's ever heard of a dessert burger?
8:00 PM Chopped
Cleaver Fever
Host: Ted Allen
To avoid the judges' cleaver fever, the competitors have to work with bacon popcorn in the first round. In the entree round, an injury causes one chef to lose valuable time on his lamb dish. A mashed treat meets floral syrup in the dessert basket.
9:00 PM Chopped
Family Food Fight
Host: Ted Allen
It's four chefs, one family in a Chopped first when a mother, father, daughter and son who run a restaurant together compete to see who will become the Chopped Champion. The family opens up the first basket to find a flatbread and a strong citrus. Then with three family members left in the entree round, there is fish to de-bone and tofu to flavor. The last two chefs proudly fight for the title as they create desserts using lobster tail pastries and cinnamon chips.
10:00 PM Beat Bobby Flay
Pot Calling the Kettle Beat
Distinguished chef Jonathan Waxman and Chopped judge Aaron Sanchez have come to ruin Bobby's day, bringing in two chefs who are no strangers to battle. Veteran chef Herb Wilson brings his 30 years of experience against New England chef Robin King, as they square off for their chance to take on the legend himself.
10:30 PM Beat Bobby Flay
Farmer and the Belle
Georgia "chefarmer" Matthew Raiford and Boston chef Karen Akunowicz compete for their chance to take on New York's own Bobby Flay. Battle savvy special guests, Iron Chef Michael Symon and food expert Simon Majumdar, dish out their advice to Beat Bobby Flay at his own game.
11:00 PM Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives
Meat Lover's Paradise
Host: Guy Fieri
This trip, Guy's signing up for a meat-crazed master class. In Portland, Ore., the craft-cooking family joint with a chef who butchers, cures, preserves and smokes everything in-house, from headcheese to great-grandma's fried chicken recipe. In San Carlos, Calif., the pastrami-crazed neighborhood spot crankin' out burgers, cheesesteaks and signature sammies.
11:30 PM Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives
Cross Country Comfort Food
Host: Guy Fieri
This trip, Guy's got the goods on stick-to-your-ribs knockouts from the ski slopes to the sea. In Miami, Fla., the law student who switched out his suit for a chef coat is killing it with all kinds of comfort food like spicy oxtail and big ragu. In Park City, Utah, the local boy serving low brow gourmet grub like the signature chivito club and chicken bowl with rice, and the mom and pop ski lodge keepin' the snow bunnies fed on flavorful favorites like pork osso buco, vegetarian mushroom stroganoff and crispy pork belly.
12:00 AM Chopped
Family Food Fight
Host: Ted Allen
It's four chefs, one family in a Chopped first when a mother, father, daughter and son who run a restaurant together compete to see who will become the Chopped Champion. The family opens up the first basket to find a flatbread and a strong citrus. Then with three family members left in the entree round, there is fish to de-bone and tofu to flavor. The last two chefs proudly fight for the title as they create desserts using lobster tail pastries and cinnamon chips.
1:00 AM Beat Bobby Flay
Pot Calling the Kettle Beat
Distinguished chef Jonathan Waxman and Chopped judge Aaron Sanchez have come to ruin Bobby's day, bringing in two chefs who are no strangers to battle. Veteran chef Herb Wilson brings his 30 years of experience against New England chef Robin King, as they square off for their chance to take on the legend himself.
1:30 AM Beat Bobby Flay
Farmer and the Belle
Georgia "chefarmer" Matthew Raiford and Boston chef Karen Akunowicz compete for their chance to take on New York's own Bobby Flay. Battle savvy special guests, Iron Chef Michael Symon and food expert Simon Majumdar, dish out their advice to Beat Bobby Flay at his own game.
2:00 AM Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives
Meat Lover's Paradise
Host: Guy Fieri
This trip, Guy's signing up for a meat-crazed master class. In Portland, Ore., the craft-cooking family joint with a chef who butchers, cures, preserves and smokes everything in-house, from headcheese to great-grandma's fried chicken recipe. In San Carlos, Calif., the pastrami-crazed neighborhood spot crankin' out burgers, cheesesteaks and signature sammies.
2:30 AM Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives
Cross Country Comfort Food
Host: Guy Fieri
This trip, Guy's got the goods on stick-to-your-ribs knockouts from the ski slopes to the sea. In Miami, Fla., the law student who switched out his suit for a chef coat is killing it with all kinds of comfort food like spicy oxtail and big ragu. In Park City, Utah, the local boy serving low brow gourmet grub like the signature chivito club and chicken bowl with rice, and the mom and pop ski lodge keepin' the snow bunnies fed on flavorful favorites like pork osso buco, vegetarian mushroom stroganoff and crispy pork belly.
3:00 AM Chopped
Cleaver Fever
Host: Ted Allen
To avoid the judges' cleaver fever, the competitors have to work with bacon popcorn in the first round. In the entree round, an injury causes one chef to lose valuable time on his lamb dish. A mashed treat meets floral syrup in the dessert basket.
4:00 AM Ace of Cakes
Miami Meltdown
Host: Duff Goldman
Chef Duff is asked to make his tallest statue ever... an Egyptian Pharaoh for a stage show. But can they even pick it up to load it into the van? Lauren and Duff perform a high-flying act and the staff of Charm City Cakes takes on the ultimate challenge... making a cake, live on stage, in 45 minutes. It all seems possible, until Katherine forgets one important ingredient.
4:30 AM Ace of Cakes
30 Rock (And Roll) Host: Duff Goldman
Duff and his staff become part of the fun of 30 ROCK when Tina Fey invites them to make a cake to star in the show. Add to that, a special surprise cake for the cast and crew to celebrate their season finale. Duff gets inspired by the show and decides to whip up a order of cheesy blasters... and the Meat Cats carry the day!
+Friday+
9:30 AM Brunch @ Bobby's
Best of the Pacific Northwest
10:00 AM The Kitchen
Quick and Easy
The Kitchen is filled with great ideas to get huge flavor in a flash! Marcela turns supermarket frozen ravioli and turns it into Chipotle Lasagna. Jeff and Katie share their tricks for adding zest to weeknight meals with their Flavor Bombs. Plus, special guest Ching-He Huang stir fries a quicker-than-take out Kung Po Chicken.
3 Ways to Use Frozen Ravioli 11:00 AM
Save My Bakery
Viking Pastries
Viking Pastries of Ardmore, Pa., was the most successful game in town, but that all changed when the owners were struck by a family tragedy. Since then, the bakery has lost its heart and soul and the family has been relying on aging clientele and old school recipes to keep in business. On the brink of closing, Kerry Vincent swoops in to give Viking Pastries' products a facelift that will appeal to the local college community, glittery sprinkles and all.
12:00 PM Trisha's Southern Kitchen
Baby in the Band
Host: Trisha Yearwood
Trisha's tour manager is adopting a baby, so Trisha decides to throw a baby shower. The guys from Trisha's band join her in the kitchen to help prepare for the shower. They make a hearty Country Quiche, Cheese Straws and Brownies topped with a Coconut Frosting. Then Trisha records a lullaby as a welcome gift to the baby.
12:30 PM Barefoot Contessa
Say Cheese
Host: Ina Garten
1:00 PM Chopped
Ultimate Champions: Pros
Host: Ted Allen
Four distinct groups of champs will return to the Chopped Kitchen: professionals, amateurs, heroes and celebrities, all leading up to a grand finale where one chef will seize the biggest prize in Chopped history: $50,000 and a new car! In this initial battle, four stellar professionals fight to see who will represent the pros in the finale. They have to wrangle and cook eels and figure out what to do with a super salty veggie for their appetizers. Then in the entree round, the champs have to work with a bird and a soda. And a special cheese and a creepy chocolate item appear in the dessert basket.
2:00 PM Chopped
Ultimate Champions: Amateur Champs
Host: Ted Allen
Some of the most beloved amateur winners return to the Chopped Kitchen for a shot to compete in the $50,000 finale. In the appetizer round the competitors must use salsa and cheese blintzes in their culinary masterpieces. Then as the entree round gets started, an off-balance tug-of-war over a piece of equipment has everybody laughing, except for the chef who loses the fight. And grapefruit is among the loot the last two champs find in the dessert basket.
3:00 PM Chopped
Ultimate Champions: Heroes
Host: Ted Allen
4:00 PM Chopped
Ultimate Champions: Celebrities
Host: Ted Allen
Four Chopped Champions from the world of entertainment and sports compete for the last spot in the $50,000 finale. In the appetizer round, the celebrity champs find a peculiar type of flour and sweet tea in the baskets. Then a can of soup in the entree round causes various issues for the competitors. And the judges taste banana paste and cream cheese desserts before deciding on the last finalist.
5:00 PM Chopped
Ultimate Champions: Grand Finale!
Host: Ted Allen
In a Chopped first, three not-at-all-average "Joes" fight it out against one outstanding pro, with $50,000 and a new car on the line! When the competitors get risotto in the first round, they have to decide whether to completely transform it or to greatly enhance its flavor. Then in the entree round, there's a huge surprise in the basket that not all of the champs are excited to see. And with the grand prize looming large, the last two competitors open the basket to find some booze and some baked goods.
6:00 PM Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives
American Classics
Host: Guy Fieri
Guy Fieri searches out some classic joints cranking out classic food: A 60-year-old Pennsylvania Diner transplanted to Miami's South Beach, with a classic diner menu, and some other specialties you wouldn't expect to find here; in Topeka, Kan., a drive-in straight out of the fifties, where the burgers and fries still come to your car, but they're also making apple pie from scratch. And the oldest restaurant in Memphis, a classic southern tea room from 1918 -- with a classic southern menu, and an international twist.
6:30 PM Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives
Like Mama Made
Host: Guy Fieri
Guy Fieri rolls out to some great places where the recipes really do come from mama: The St. Louis landmark where a former backup singer for Ike and Tina Turner is dishing up real deal soul food; the Mexican restaurant in a Phoenix gas station where everything's authentic, from the carne asada to the home-made menudo; and the Kentucky truck stop with real country cookin' -- and home made biscuits come with just about anything.
7:00 PM Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives
Homestyle
Host: Guy Fieri
Guy Fieri checks out homestyle cooking in Seattle, where a southern chef is bringing southern classics to the northwest; In Arizona,aclassical musician who is serving up native Italian recipes; And in Santa Fe, the adobe diner where corned beef hash gets a southwestern spin.
7:30 PM Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives
Comfort Cookin'
Host: Guy Fieri
Guy Fieri rolls out to some joints doing comfort food their way: In Arizona, where a Paris-trained chef is doing ham steak with red eye gravy; in San Francisco, where a trained pastry chef has folks lining up for chili cheddar cornbread and pumpkin oatmeal pancakes; and in Milwaukee, where another trained chef is wrapping bacon around meatloaf, and deep frying a ball of turkey, stuffing, and mashed potatoes.
8:00 PM Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives
All Vegas, All the Time
Host: Guy Fieri
This trip, Guy's going off the strip and digging into Las Vegas. There's the dive bar dishing out real deal food from Buffalo, N.Y. Then, a Bulgarian tapas joint serving up layers and layers of European comfort food. Plus, a visit to Guy's alma mater, UNLV, that has him back in class cooking with the school's newest crop of culinary talent.
8:30 PM Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives
Fresh And Funky
Host: Guy Fieri
Guy rolls in for food done fresh and a little different. In San Francisco, one of Guy Fieri's favorite ocean-side spots serving up fresh Dungeness crab. In Reno, Nev., the neighborhood cafe doing scratch made granola. And in Charlotte, N.C., whole turkeys ... not roasted, but boiled.
9:00 PM Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives
Belly Up
Host: Guy Fieri
This trip, Guy's getting up close to some serious gourmet grub. In Chicago, the brewhouse serving up beer to go with mussels, a mega brisket sandwich, and their version of headcheese. And in Austin, Texas, the open kitchen kickin' out cheesy popovers and tasty shellfish.
9:30 PM Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives
Old Faves, New Craves
Host: Guy Fieri
This trip, Guy explores some traditional eats alongside unique newcomers. In Santa Barbara, Calif., the neighborhood deli pulling in locals and celebrities for pastrami crammed into the pastrami dog and a PLT. In Charleston, S.C., a young chef bringin' a Caribbean twist to an old gas station with favorites like braised pork tacos and jerk chicken sandwich. And in Vancouver, British Columbia, the sandwich joint scratch makin' everything on the line, from the porchetta sandwich to the unique bacon maple ice cream sandwich.
10:00 PM Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives
Roadtrippin' in Beantown
Host: Guy Fieri
This trip, Guy's parking the Camaro in Beantown for an all-Boston smorgasbord. Just outside the city in Allston, two restaurants sharing one kitchen cooking up totally different menus; Mexican street food on one side and gastropub standouts, like killer gravlax and dynamite chicken sausage, on the other. Then in South Boston, the authentic Polish restaurant dishing out righteous pierogi and an old-country fried pork favorite.
10:30 PM Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives
Dynamite Duos
Host: Guy Fieri
11:00 PM Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives
Coast to Coast Chow
Host: Guy Fieri
This trip, Guy's culinary quest is covering the country. In Charleston, S.C., the breakfast hangout doing a chicken fried biscuit and a shrimp BLT. In Chicago, the 40-year-old institution bustin' out traditional German specialties. And in Honolulu, a food truck cranking out chimichurri beef tacos and mango pies.
11:30 PM Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives
Unexpected Eats
Host: Guy Fieri
This trip, Guy's going for some unique chow. In Stillwater, Minn., get a pirate's take on barbecue and a sadist twist on hot wings. In Santa Rosa, Calif., Guy's own joint serves up his twist on Asian, Mexican and Italian. And in Portsmouth, Va., check out an epic hot dog joint turning its attention on chicken dumplings.
12:00 AM Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives
Belly Up
Host: Guy Fieri
This trip, Guy's getting up close to some serious gourmet grub. In Chicago, the brewhouse serving up beer to go with mussels, a mega brisket sandwich, and their version of headcheese. And in Austin, Texas, the open kitchen kickin' out cheesy popovers and tasty shellfish.
12:30 AM Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives
Old Faves, New Craves
Host: Guy Fieri
This trip, Guy explores some traditional eats alongside unique newcomers. In Santa Barbara, Calif., the neighborhood deli pulling in locals and celebrities for pastrami crammed into the pastrami dog and a PLT. In Charleston, S.C., a young chef bringin' a Caribbean twist to an old gas station with favorites like braised pork tacos and jerk chicken sandwich. And in Vancouver, British Columbia, the sandwich joint scratch makin' everything on the line, from the porchetta sandwich to the unique bacon maple ice cream sandwich.
1:00 AM Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives
Roadtrippin' in Beantown
Host: Guy Fieri
This trip, Guy's parking the Camaro in Beantown for an all-Boston smorgasbord. Just outside the city in Allston, two restaurants sharing one kitchen cooking up totally different menus; Mexican street food on one side and gastropub standouts, like killer gravlax and dynamite chicken sausage, on the other. Then in South Boston, the authentic Polish restaurant dishing out righteous pierogi and an old-country fried pork favorite.
1:30 AM Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives
Dynamite Duos
Host: Guy Fieri
2:00 AM Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives
Coast to Coast Chow
Host: Guy Fieri
This trip, Guy's culinary quest is covering the country. In Charleston, S.C., the breakfast hangout doing a chicken fried biscuit and a shrimp BLT. In Chicago, the 40-year-old institution bustin' out traditional German specialties. And in Honolulu, a food truck cranking out chimichurri beef tacos and mango pies.
2:30 AM Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives
Unexpected Eats
Host: Guy Fieri
This trip, Guy's going for some unique chow. In Stillwater, Minn., get a pirate's take on barbecue and a sadist twist on hot wings. In Santa Rosa, Calif., Guy's own joint serves up his twist on Asian, Mexican and Italian. And in Portsmouth, Va., check out an epic hot dog joint turning its attention on chicken dumplings.
3:00 AM Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives
All Vegas, All the Time
Host: Guy Fieri
This trip, Guy's going off the strip and digging into Las Vegas. There's the dive bar dishing out real deal food from Buffalo, N.Y. Then, a Bulgarian tapas joint serving up layers and layers of European comfort food. Plus, a visit to Guy's alma mater, UNLV, that has him back in class cooking with the school's newest crop of culinary talent.
3:30 AM Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives
Fresh And Funky
Host: Guy Fieri
Guy rolls in for food done fresh and a little different. In San Francisco, one of Guy Fieri's favorite ocean-side spots serving up fresh Dungeness crab. In Reno, Nev., the neighborhood cafe doing scratch made granola. And in Charlotte, N.C., whole turkeys ... not roasted, but boiled.
4:00 AM Iron Chef America
Winter Ice Battle
Host: Alton Brown
Iron Chefs Bobby Flay and Jose Garces take on Iron Chefs Masaharu Morimoto and Geoffrey Zakarian in a frozen wonderland, where food must be served on elaborate places carved from huge blocks of ice. Judges are Anthony Anderson, Alfred Portale and Karine Bakhoum.
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7:00 AM Sandwich King
Shawarma-Rama
Host: Jeff Mauro
Jeff's starting off with a Chicken Shawarma Sandwich topped with a fresh Cucumber and Tomato Salad and drizzled With Tahini Sauce. Next up is a Lamb Kofta with Roasted Tomatoes served ballpark-style. Then Lorenzo joins Jeff in the kitchen to make Kiddie Kabobs. This Mediterranean feast is rounded out with a Roasted Beet and Mint Hummus.
7:30 AM Barbecue Addiction: Bobby's Basics
California - Fresh on the Grill!
Host: Bobby Flay
The food of California, with its devotion to fresh, local and seasonal ingredients started a revolution all across America. Bobby Flay loves bringing the light fresh cooking of our 31st state to the grill, and kicks off California day with a savory Grilled Lamb Sausage Salad topped with Goat Cheese, Black Olives and Pistachio Vinaigrette. Next, he elevates the humble spud with his smoky and tangy Mustard Aioli Grilled Potatoes with Fine Herbs. Chef Flay believes you can't talk about California cuisine without mentioning its spiritual father Wolfgang Puck, so Bobby pays homage by grilling a Puck-inspired Smoked Salmon Pizza. We finish our trip with his refreshing Rose Punch, a drink that combines both the fruit orchards and vineyards of the Golden State. Westward ho!
8:00 AM The Best Thing I Ever Made
Updated Classics
What's old is new again! Alton Brown, Robert Irvine, Rocco DiSpirito and Aarti Sequeira transform traditional dishes into innovative favorites. Find out how Strognaoff, Lasagna, Fried Chicken, and Bangers and Mash get a makeover and become UPDATED CLASSICS.
8:30 AM The Best Thing I Ever Ate
Eggstraordinary
9:00 AM Farmhouse Rules
B-I-N-G-O
Nancy is meeting some of her friends down at the community rec center for Bingo night, and it's her turn to bring the food. Nancy stops by her local greenhouse to get some fresh veggies from her friend Tom to make a light and delicious Farro Salad With Radishes, Arugula and Feta to go along with a pork loin and Corn Chowder. Nancy is sure the girls are just going to love her Braided Strawberry Tart for dessert.
9:30 AM The Pioneer Woman
Lighten Up
Host: Ree Drummond
10:00 AM The Pioneer Woman
Healthy 16-Minute Meals
Host: Ree Drummond
Over an evening walk, Ree plans some fast and healthy meals. She's dreaming of a Heavenly Hummus Wrap, flavorful Ginger Steak Salad, a gorgeous Grilled Nectarine Salad and a Spicy Cauliflower Stir-Fry that's stove to plate in minutes.
10:30 AM Trisha's Southern Kitchen
Slim Down Secrets
Host: Trisha Yearwood
Being healthy and balanced has become important to Trisha and her niece Ashley, who is joining Trisha in the kitchen today to share some healthy cooking secrets while enjoying an easy, flavorful and healthy meal of Raspberry Chicken; Big Green Salad With Feta, Garbanzo, Walnuts, Lemon Juice and Olive Oil; Edamame Parmesan and Chocolate Angel Food Cake With Macerated Strawberries, before going on a walk.
11:00 AM The Kitchen
Healthy Fresh Start
The Kitchen is kicking off the New Year with a fresh start. The hosts are talking new food trends for 2015 with Food Network's Katherine Alford. Favorite recipes get lightened up, Jeff cooks up a delicious Veggie Lasagna and the gang shares portion control tips. Plus, powered up post workout snacks, Geoffrey creates the perfect Pavlova dessert and a refreshing cucumber cocktail and apps that will keep you healthy.
12:00 PM Giada at Home
The Royal Treatment
Host: Giada De Laurentiis
In a one-hour "Giada at Home" special, Giada De Laurentiis gives us a behind-the-scenes look at the polo luncheon she catered for the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge during their California visit and prepares a royal lunch at home for her friends who attended the event. The menu features Frico Cups with Shrimp and Avocado, Grilled Vegetable Towers and Chicken and Crunchy Slaw in Endive Spears, as well as Prosecco and Scotch Whiskey Juleps.
1:00 PM Beat Bobby Flay
Roll the Dice
Chef Michael Voltaggio and food expert Simon Majumdar come to Bobby's arena with one goal in mind: Take down the master! Former pastry king turned savory chef John Miele battles it out with New Hampshire's rising star Chef Evan Hennessey for the right to Beat Bobby Flay.
1:30 PM Beat Bobby Flay
Surf and Turf
Chefs Alex Guarnaschelli and Anne Burrell have their eyes on the prize: taking down Bobby Flay in his own arena. Surf Chef Raphael Lunetta and Cowboy Chef Jake Gandolfo bring the heat before the winner takes on Bobby.
2:00 PM Restaurant: Impossible
Biggest Blowups
Host: Robert Irvine
3:00 PM Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives
Meat Lover's Paradise
Host: Guy Fieri
This trip, Guy's signing up for a meat-crazed master class. In Portland, Ore., the craft-cooking family joint with a chef who butchers, cures, preserves and smokes everything in-house, from headcheese to great-grandma's fried chicken recipe. In San Carlos, Calif., the pastrami-crazed neighborhood spot crankin' out burgers, cheesesteaks and signature sammies.
3:30 PM Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives
Cross Country Comfort Food
Host: Guy Fieri
This trip, Guy's got the goods on stick-to-your-ribs knockouts from the ski slopes to the sea. In Miami, Fla., the law student who switched out his suit for a chef coat is killing it with all kinds of comfort food like spicy oxtail and big ragu. In Park City, Utah, the local boy serving low brow gourmet grub like the signature chivito club and chicken bowl with rice, and the mom and pop ski lodge keepin' the snow bunnies fed on flavorful favorites like pork osso buco, vegetarian mushroom stroganoff and crispy pork belly.
4:00 PM Guy's Grocery Games
A Culinary Spelling Bee
Host: Guy Fieri
Four chefs put their culinary and spelling skills to the test in the alphabetically enticing game, ABC. The second game has our chefs rummaging through bins to make a show-stopping starter in Clearance Carts. And then it's every chef's worst nightmare in Frozen Food Feud, where the two remaining contestants have to make a classic dish worthy of the $20,000 Shopping Spree.
5:00 PM Worst Cooks in America
Worse Than Ever
Coming off her first loss in four seasons to Bobby Flay last year, Anne Burrell is out for revenge in season five. Step one is scouring the country for the 14 worst cooks in America, picking teams and giving them the recruits their first lesson in cooking, starting with an American favorite: pizza.
6:00 PM Worst Cooks in America
Scratching the Surface
Since Chefs Bobby and Anne are starting from scratch with these bad cooks, the lessons for the week involve learning to cook from scratch - including an "udder-ly" hands-on experience sourcing milk for homemade cheese.
7:00 PM Worst Cooks in America
Glazed and Confused
It's time to learn how to build flavors. From a sweet skill drill making doughnuts to a savory main dish challenge making roulades, the recruits are asked to experiment for the first time in the kitchen and create their own take on these dishes to drastically unpredictable results.
8:00 PM Worst Cooks in America
Surprise!
The recruits may have mastered putting out one plate of food but they are still a far cry from being able to cook for their families. This week's challenges teach them how to cook quantity - first rolling sushi for a hungry lunch rush via conveyor belt and then catering a huge party for surprise guest Betsey Johnson.
9:00 PM Worst Cooks in America
Two-a-Day
The recruits wake up to surprise houseguests Chef Bobby and Chef Anne who crave the most important meal of the day, breakfast. While the most important meal, it's not the only meal and the recruits get in the habit of cooking on a regular basis with two challenges in a single day.
10:00 PM Worst Cooks in America
Eat, Pray, Love
It's down to the final four and in order to make it to the finale, and after a touching reunion, the remaining recruits will be cooking for the loved ones who nominated them for boot camp. Though they have a chance for redemption showcasing their new cooking skills for their family members, it's also a blind-tasting challenge that could mean getting sent home by the very people they love.
11:00 PM Worst Cooks in America
Timer's Up
It's Chef Bobby's last recruit versus Chef Anne's last recruit to determine the ultimate winner of Worst Cooks in America. In one last face-off, finalists will cook a refined three-course meal in a professional restaurant kitchen for a panel of culinary experts who will decide which chef-mentor is the better teacher by leading his or her recruit to a $25,000 victory.
12:00 AM Worst Cooks in America
Two-a-Day
The recruits wake up to surprise houseguests Chef Bobby and Chef Anne who crave the most important meal of the day, breakfast. While the most important meal, it's not the only meal and the recruits get in the habit of cooking on a regular basis with two challenges in a single day.
1:00 AM Worst Cooks in America
Eat, Pray, Love
It's down to the final four and in order to make it to the finale, and after a touching reunion, the remaining recruits will be cooking for the loved ones who nominated them for boot camp. Though they have a chance for redemption showcasing their new cooking skills for their family members, it's also a blind-tasting challenge that could mean getting sent home by the very people they love.
2:00 AM Worst Cooks in America
Timer's Up
It's Chef Bobby's last recruit versus Chef Anne's last recruit to determine the ultimate winner of Worst Cooks in America. In one last face-off, finalists will cook a refined three-course meal in a professional restaurant kitchen for a panel of culinary experts who will decide which chef-mentor is the better teacher by leading his or her recruit to a $25,000 victory.
3:00 AM Worst Cooks in America
Surprise!
The recruits may have mastered putting out one plate of food but they are still a far cry from being able to cook for their families. This week's challenges teach them how to cook quantity - first rolling sushi for a hungry lunch rush via conveyor belt and then catering a huge party for surprise guest Betsey Johnson.
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