Recipes from Today’s Show: Easy Weeknight Entertaining
TODAY on MHTV: If you’ve got a party falling somewhere between Monday and Friday, don’t go crazy trying to pull it together. All you need is a few easy, make-ahead appetizers and you’re set. Gravlax—wild salmon cured in a fennel-infused mix—can be made up to a day or two in advance. Then I’m serving shrimp cocktail… View Article
Recipes from Today’s Show: Brazilian Feast
TODAY on MHTV: Brazilian food offers some seriously flavorful dishes and today I’ve got my friend Michelli here to show me how to cook up a traditional Brazilian feast. We start by making the national dish, Feijoda, a slow-cooking hearty stew filled with beans and pork. Farofa, a dish similar to polenta, is perfect to… View Article
Tags: brazilian collard greens, Brazilian Feast, farofa, feijoada, tomato vinaigrette
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Recipes from Today’s Show: College Chow
TODAY on MHTV: I still cringe at the thought of all those greasy, late-night feasts my son Calder would make while he was away at college. He’s here today, and we’re re-creating some of his favorites — jiggle shots, honey-glazed hot wings, and potato skins topped with cheese, sour cream, and chives — with good, healthy ingredients Jiggle… View Article
Tags: college chow, honey-glazed hot wings, jello shots, jiggle shots, potato skins
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Recipes from Today’s Show: Weekend Cook
Today on MHTV: Mexican food is a Quinn family favorite so today a I’m cooking up a feast. In order to make really down-home Mexican food, you really have to put the time in. The husks need a good soak and then, I make the tamale dough; it’s the perfect “weekend kitchen project” so I’m… View Article
Recipes from Today’s Show: Weeknight Dinner Challenge
TODAY on MHTV: It’s finally here: I’m making the winning recipe from our Weeknight Dinner Challenge! Pam Glynn sent in an easy, delicious, hearty recipe that won us over instantly. This one-pan dinner has got it all: flavorful marinated chicken, healthy garbanzo beans, and juicy tomatoes. Then, everything is roasted until its golden and caramelized… View Article
Recipes from Today’s Show: Quick Shrimp Masala
TODAY on MHTV: Tonight’s dinner is one where I’m going meat-free, so I’m making shrimp masala, or my “curry in a hurry”. A blend of Indian spices and sweet coconut milk, this easy, fast dinner takes no time to put together. To make things even easier on myself, I’m using shrimp and okra that I’ve got… View Article
Tags: cilantro chutney, coconut cilantro chutney, curry in a hurry, shrimp masala, yogurt pistachio smoothie, yogurt smoothie
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Recipes from Today’s Show: Traditional Israeli Family Cooking
TODAY on MHTV: I love learning new recipes and family traditions that center around food; today I have my friend Tal and her mom, who is from Israel, over to show me how to make a few Middle Eastern dishes. Hummus, is a simple chickpea dip blended with sesame paste, lemon juice and garlic—I like to… View Article
Tags: falafel, hummus, israeli cooking, israeli salad, middle eastern dishes
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Recipes from Today’s Show: Make-Ahead Family Meal
TODAY on MHTV: My brother and nieces are coming to visit so I’m prepping a couple dishes that I can make in advance and that are also kid-friendly. My deep-dish pizza dough comes together in a snap and rises overnight to guarantee a perfect crust every time. I use this to make focaccia topped with slow-roasted tomatoes which… View Article
Tags: deep-dish pizza, family meal, focaccia, kid-friendly, make ahead, meatballs
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Recipes from Today’s Show: All About Pork
TODAY ON MHTV: It’s no secret the Quinns love pork. I mean, really, really, love pork so I’m always trying to put a new spin on it. Today my friend, Matt Rahnik is here to show me how to make his amazing green chili and tomatillo pork stew. This versatile dish can be made in… View Article
Tags: corn tortillas, green chili and tomatillo pork stew, pork, pork stew, tequila cocktail
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Recipes from Today’s Show: Favorite Philadelphia Dishes
TODAY on MHTV: My friend Beth, a Philly native, is here to help me make few of the classic dishes from the City of Brotherly Love. First up, a classic cheese steak: thin slices of beef topped with homemade cheese sauce and layered into a soft hoagie roll. What could be better? Then, we’re topping our… View Article
Tags: giardiniera, orange creamsicle floats, Philadelphia dishes, Philly Cheese Steaks
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Recipes from Today’s Show: Weeknight Meatless Dinner
TODAY on MHTV: After a long day, sometimes all you need is a big bowl of comfort food. Since I’m trying to go meatless at least once a week, this hearty mushroom pasta with its cheesy, creamy sauce is sure to satisfy a comfort craving. A light side of pomodoro salad drizzled with olive oil doesn’t… View Article
Tags: dark chocolate with toasted almonds, meatless dinner, mushroom pasta, pomodoro salad
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Recipes from Today’s Show: Portobello Mushroom Steak Dinner
TODAY on MHTV: Thick, hearty mushrooms, like portobellos, are a great alternative to a meaty steak. Marinating them in olive oil and herbs keeps them tender and juicy while grilling. Serve over creamy goat cheese polenta as an alternative to mashed potatoes. The best thing about the polenta is that it does double duty for another… View Article
Tags: polenta, poleta squares, Portobello Mushroom, Portobello Mushroom Steak, roasted carrots, steak dinner
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Recipes from Today’s Show: Chicken Parmesan Dinner
TODAY on MHTV: Chicken Parmesan is one of my favorite things to make for Sunday dinner; I prep everything in the morning and then assemble and bake it right before we’re about to eat. The chicken is breaded in homemade breadcrumbs—they’re really easy, fast and add a lot more flavor than the store-bought stuff. To make… View Article
Recipes from Todays Show: Italian Osso Buco
TODAY on MHTV: Osso Buco is a classic Italian dish of braised veal shank, and one that I love to make. It just so happens Richie picked up some veal shanks at the store today. It’s typically served with risotto Milanese, which is flavored with saffron. If I have any leftover risotto, I chill it, form it… View Article
Tags: Italian Osso Buco, osso buco, risotto cakes, risotto milanese, sunday dinner
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Recipes from Today’s Show: Pork Schnitzel
TODAY on MHTV: Today I’m in the mood for crispy piece of meat – pork schnitzel always brings back memories of my moms kitchen and is a breeze to make. I coat thinly sliced pork tenderloin medallions with eggs and crunchy bread crumbs (I also always add Dijon to my eggs for a little kick)…. View Article
Tags: poached pears, Pork Schnitzel, warm fingerling potato salad, whipped mascarpone
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Recipes from Today’s Show: Fuss Free Entertaining
Today on MHTV: Repeat this over and over — “entertaining doesn’t have to be stressful”. I love throwing an impromptu cocktail party or dinner to bring friends together and I promise it doesn’t need to be hard to put together. Today’s menu is all about easy hor d’ouevres that are so good, no one will… View Article
Tags: Chicken Liver Pate, entertaining, fuss free entertaining, pear cocktail, pot roast, Stuffed Mushrooms
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Recipes from Today’s Show: Nostalgic Summer Menu
TODAY on MHTV: Summer always makes me think of my trips to Massachusetts to see my mom and all the great meals we shared during those visits. Today, I’m reminiscing and making my version of New England clam chowder. It’s a little lighter than the traditional soup but still rich in flavor; I mix the clam… View Article
Tags: clam chowder, new england clam chowder, peach shortcakes, shortcakes with vanilla ice cream, summer recipes
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Recipes from Today’s Show: Love Thy Pans
TODAY on MHTV: There are tons of pots and pans out there these days – skillets, cast-iron, griddle, you name it. Knowing which pans to use and when to use them is an important skill for any cook, home or professional. I’m cooking up red snapper with citrus-herb relish in a nonstick pan, using cast-iron to… View Article
Tags: cast-iron, chicken cacciatore, citrus-herb relish, one pan, pan-seared red snapper, pork chops
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