Recipes from Today’s Show: All About Pork
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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. My friend Matt Rahnik is here today to show me how to make his amazing green chili and tomatillo pork stew. It’s got some spice from the chili… View Article
Recipes from Today’s Show: Osso Buco
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TODAY on MHTV: Sundays are one of my favorite days to lounge around the house with the fam and cook a delicious, relaxing dinner. My husband brought home beautiful veal shanks and asked me to make osso buco; a classic Italian dish where the veal is braised until it’s super tender: Sooo good! It’s traditionally… View Article
Recipes from Today’s Show: Breakfast on the Run
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TODAY on MHTV: Breakfast is the most important meal of the day but you may not always have time to sit down and eat. BUT, I’ve got a few delicious options you and the fam can take on the road like a cool and creamy oatmeal smoothie that’s flavored with raspberries and poured in a… View Article
MH 100th Episode Surprise Party
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Today marks the 100th episode of MH on the air! While we were taping the whole MH staff surpised me by throwing a party. Thanks to all the great fans–keep watching! Check out the pics from the set, the fab cake, and the entire MH gang celebrating: [picasa username=”sholland84″ albumname=”MH100thEpisodeSurpriseParty”]
Recipes from Today’s Show: Lunch Party
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TODAY on MHTV: Don’t order takeout for a house full of hungry people; a quick lunch can be ready before you know it. A super simple guacamole recipe gets a flavor boost from Serrano chiles–it’s a fast app that will keep everyone busy while you work on the rest of the meal. For the main… View Article
Recipes from Today’s Show: Mad Healthy Food for Colds
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TODAY on MHTV @ 11:30 am: My family knows my first line of defense against sickness is always a natural one, so I’m going to share a few of my homemade remedies with you. My chicken broth elixir can’t be beat to drive away a cold; drinking a few glasses per day plus sleep will… View Article
Weeknight Dinner Challenge Highlights
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UPDATE: Tune-in on Friday, May 20 at 11 am ET to see LSQ make the winning recipe, “Winner Winner Chicken Dinner” sent in by Pam Glynn. You definitely don’t want to miss this one! Thank you to everyone who submitted an entry! There were so many great recipes to choose from, it was tough to… View Article
Recipes from Today’s Show: Richie’s Famous Ribs
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TODAY on MHTV: Hands down, the best baby back ribs are made by my husband, Richie. He doesn’t use a recipe though, so I had to follow him around until I got everything down. The ribs are rubbed down with a homemade mix of salty, spicy and sweet and then basted with bbq sauce that… View Article
Recipes from Today’s Show: Happy Accidents
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TODAY on MHTV: Just when you think you’ve got leftovers and random ingredients that you can’t figure out what to do with, stop and think again—there’s always a way to use something. Extra spaghetti and tomato sauce makes an awesome snack when you fry it; serve it with the crunchy bottom-side up and a sprinkle… View Article
Recipes from Today’s Show: Twist on Flat Roasted Chicken
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TODAY on MHTV: Flat roasted (spatchcocked) chicken is one of my go-to recipes it cooks quickly but the meat stays moist and the skin gets crispy. This time I’m changing things up and putting an Asian spin on it with a citrus, soy sauce, garlic marinade. On the side, coconut rice is a sweet complement… View Article
Recipes from Today’s Show: Seafood Feast
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TODAY on MHTV: I looove fresh seafood and I’ve picked up a few great pieces of fish and shellfish for a seriously good weeknight feast. Jumbo shrimp, kale and cannellini beans are wrapped in parchment paper bundles then baked in the oven; it’s quick, healthy and just plain old delicious. I put a twist on… View Article
Recipes from Today’s Show: Parmesan Chicken Dinner
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TODAY on MHTV @ 11:30 a.m. ET: Growing up we had a family friend who made the BEST baked chicken. The combo of the flavors and texture was so good, I eventually riffed on it and came up with my own version. A tangy homemade marinade with oregano, red pepper and garlic adds lots of… View Article
Recipes from Today’s Show: Beef Patties
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TODAY on MHTV: One of the best ways to save time during the week is having something you can just throw right in the oven from the freezer, but it’s even better if it’s homemade. Jamaican-style beef patties with curry-seasoned dough and a spicy ground beef filling can be made in advance and stored in… View Article
Recipes from Today’s Show: Hungry Boy Breakfast
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TODAY on MHTV: My youngest son Luca is a hardcore soccer player so before practices and games on the weekends I like to make sure he’s all fueled up. One of his favorite meals is pear-stuffed French toast; crispy, golden and covered in maple syrup it’s best served with a salty pork product. I like… View Article
Recipes from Today’s Show: New Orleans Menu
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TODAY on MHTV: There’s nothing like the food you’ll find in New Orleans with its mix of Cajun, Creole and Southern flavors. My brother Jim lives in Louisiana and he’s nailed how to make the best “barbecued” shrimp, a staple in that part of the country. On the side, string beans tossed with 3 kinds… View Article
Recipes from Today’s Show: Meatless Mushroom Pasta
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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 mushroom pasta with its cheesy, creamy sauce is exactly what I’m lookin’ for. A light side of pomodoro salad drizzled with olive oil doesn’t need… View Article
Recipes from Today’s Show: Mad for Bananas
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TODAY on MHTV @ 11:30 a.m. ET: Bananas are one of my all-time favorite things to eat and I love to incorporate them into my cooking whenever I can. Sweet banana fritters make a dynamite breakfast when served with a plate of fresh fruit and for a thick, creamy banana milkshake, I like to use… View Article
Recipes from Today’s Show: Asian-Inspired Menu
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TODAY on MHTV: My friend Paul is here showing me how to make his family-style version of bibimbap, a traditional Korean rice dish. “Paulbimbop” as I like to call it, is a great one-pot meal with a Mediterranean twist to the ingredients. I like to serve it with a jar of kimchi too- a classic… View Article
Recipes from Today’s Show: Sunday’s Brunch, Monday’s Lunch
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TODAY on MHTV: I love to cook on Sundays because I have a little more time to spend in the kitchen, plus, I can make a few extra things to have for the week. For a hearty Sunday brunch I like to make a cheesy spinach and ham pie with a flakey cream cheese crust…. View Article
Recipes from Today’s Show: St. Patrick’s Day
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TODAY on MHTV: Many families cook a traditional Irish meal on St. Patrick’s Day, and this year I’m joining in. Normally, corned beef takes a long time to prepare so I came up with my own version that’s not brined, pickled, boiled or dyed; I call it “uncorned” beef. A slow braise in beer and… View Article