Lidia's Kitchen

LIDIA'S KITCHEN is a paean to the importance of mealtime. Over the course of 26 episodes, Daytime Emmy winner Lidia Bastianich conjures simple, seasonal and economical dishes with grace, confidence and love. She teaches viewers to draw on their roots, allow for spontaneity, and cultivate a sense of home in the kitchen. Lidia makes rustic staples, including oatmeal biscuits, apple cider-braised pork shoulder, potato pizza, salmon with mustard sauce, country onion soup, lentil country salad and Grandma Rosa's apple cake. Filled with tips and techniques collected through years in the kitchen and at the family table, Lidia channels her passion for teaching into a fun and trustworthy curriculum of kitchen wisdom.

Tue, Nov 28 12:30 P.M. Serving Up Pasta     NH Create (11.4)

Lidia reminds us that serving up pasta can open a world of possibilities.

Tue, Nov 28 4:30 P.M. Serving Up Pasta     NH Create (11.4)

Lidia reminds us that serving up pasta can open a world of possibilities.

Wed, Nov 29 3:30 A.M. Serving Up Pasta     NH Create (11.4)

Lidia reminds us that serving up pasta can open a world of possibilities.

Wed, Nov 29 9:30 A.M. An Easy Effort     NH Explore (11.2)

Lidia shares tips to pull together a spread for friends with ease.

Wed, Nov 29 8:00 P.M. Rethink Risotto     NH Create (11.4)

Risotto can be the base for so many flavors, and Lidia encourages viewers to get creative!

Thu, Nov 30 12:30 A.M. Rethink Risotto     NH Create (11.4)

Risotto can be the base for so many flavors, and Lidia encourages viewers to get creative!

Thu, Nov 30 9:30 A.M. Finding The Balance     NH Explore (11.2)

Life can be hard, so let Lidia's simple recipes provide some relief & inspiration to feel healthy.

Fri, Dec 1 9:30 A.M. Chicken for Dinner     NH Explore (11.2)

Chicken is always a crowd-pleaser, so Lidia shares two easy stovetop recipes with two very different flavor profiles.

Sat, Dec 2 10:30 A.M. The Dinner Dance     NHPBS (11.1)

Dinner doesn't have to feel like you're struggling.

Sun, Dec 3 6:30 P.M. Rethink Risotto     NH Create (11.4)

Risotto can be the base for so many flavors, and Lidia encourages viewers to get creative!

Sun, Dec 3 11:30 P.M. Serving Up Pasta     NH Create (11.4)

Lidia reminds us that serving up pasta can open a world of possibilities.

Mon, Dec 4 9:30 A.M. The Dinner Dance     NH Explore (11.2)

Dinner doesn't have to feel like you're struggling.

Tue, Dec 5 9:30 A.M. A Kind Gesture     NH Explore (11.2)

Lidia reminds us that the simple kind gesture of cooking for others can make a big impact.

Tue, Dec 5 9:30 A.M. Rethink Risotto     NH Create (11.4)

Risotto can be the base for so many flavors, and Lidia encourages viewers to get creative!

Tue, Dec 5 12:30 P.M. Rethink Risotto     NH Create (11.4)

Risotto can be the base for so many flavors, and Lidia encourages viewers to get creative!

Tue, Dec 5 4:30 P.M. Rethink Risotto     NH Create (11.4)

Risotto can be the base for so many flavors, and Lidia encourages viewers to get creative!

Wed, Dec 6 3:30 A.M. Rethink Risotto     NH Create (11.4)

Risotto can be the base for so many flavors, and Lidia encourages viewers to get creative!

Wed, Dec 6 9:30 A.M. Simply Dining In     NH Explore (11.2)

Lidia shows us that dishes we typically eat out, can easily be made at home, with some practice.

Wed, Dec 6 8:00 P.M. A Frugal Feast     NH Create (11.4)

Lidia reminds viewers that cooking doesn't have to be expensive, you just have to get creative in the kitchen.

Thu, Dec 7 12:30 A.M. A Frugal Feast     NH Create (11.4)

Lidia reminds viewers that cooking doesn't have to be expensive, you just have to get creative in the kitchen.

Thu, Dec 7 9:30 A.M. Treat Yourself     NH Explore (11.2)

Lidia takes a moment to remind the viewer how important it is to treat yourself to something nice.

Fri, Dec 8 9:30 A.M. Serving Up Pasta     NH Explore (11.2)

Lidia reminds us that serving up pasta can open a world of possibilities.

Sat, Dec 9 10:30 A.M. Fuel The Soul     NHPBS (11.1)

What fuels Lidia's soul is being in the kitchen, surrounded by the smells and memories that remind her of her loved ones.

Sun, Dec 10 6:30 P.M. A Frugal Feast     NH Create (11.4)

Lidia reminds viewers that cooking doesn't have to be expensive, you just have to get creative in the kitchen.

Sun, Dec 10 11:30 P.M. Rethink Risotto     NH Create (11.4)

Risotto can be the base for so many flavors, and Lidia encourages viewers to get creative!

Mon, Dec 11 9:30 A.M. Fuel The Soul     NH Explore (11.2)

What fuels Lidia's soul is being in the kitchen, surrounded by the smells and memories that remind her of her loved ones.

Tue, Dec 12 9:30 A.M. A Frugal Feast     NH Create (11.4)

Lidia reminds viewers that cooking doesn't have to be expensive, you just have to get creative in the kitchen.

Tue, Dec 12 9:30 A.M. Rethink Risotto     NH Explore (11.2)

Risotto can be the base for so many flavors, and Lidia encourages viewers to get creative!

Tue, Dec 12 12:30 P.M. A Frugal Feast     NH Create (11.4)

Lidia reminds viewers that cooking doesn't have to be expensive, you just have to get creative in the kitchen.

Tue, Dec 12 4:30 P.M. A Frugal Feast     NH Create (11.4)

Lidia reminds viewers that cooking doesn't have to be expensive, you just have to get creative in the kitchen.

Wed, Dec 13 3:30 A.M. A Frugal Feast     NH Create (11.4)

Lidia reminds viewers that cooking doesn't have to be expensive, you just have to get creative in the kitchen.

Wed, Dec 13 9:30 A.M. A Frugal Feast     NH Explore (11.2)

Lidia reminds viewers that cooking doesn't have to be expensive, you just have to get creative in the kitchen.

Wed, Dec 13 8:00 P.M. Symphony of Flavors     NH Create (11.4)

Lidia loves describing food as a symphony of flavor.

Thu, Dec 14 12:30 A.M. Symphony of Flavors     NH Create (11.4)

Lidia loves describing food as a symphony of flavor.

Thu, Dec 14 9:30 A.M. Symphony of Flavors     NH Explore (11.2)

Lidia loves describing food as a symphony of flavor.

Fri, Dec 15 9:30 A.M. Easy Going Recipes     NH Explore (11.2)

This show is all about making your life easier, and one thing that Lidia always teaches us is to think of recipes as roadmaps that you can and should personalize.

Sat, Dec 16 10:30 A.M. The Power of Food     NHPBS (11.1)

The ability with which a smell, a stir, or a sizzle, can transport Lidia to a different time and place.

Sun, Dec 17 6:30 P.M. Symphony of Flavors     NH Create (11.4)

Lidia loves describing food as a symphony of flavor.

Sun, Dec 17 11:30 P.M. A Frugal Feast     NH Create (11.4)

Lidia reminds viewers that cooking doesn't have to be expensive, you just have to get creative in the kitchen.

Mon, Dec 18 9:30 A.M. The Power of Food     NH Explore (11.2)

The ability with which a smell, a stir, or a sizzle, can transport Lidia to a different time and place.

Tue, Dec 19 9:30 A.M. Stretch Your Meal     NH Explore (11.2)

It's ever so Italian to value every ounce of food.

Tue, Dec 19 9:30 A.M. Symphony of Flavors     NH Create (11.4)

Lidia loves describing food as a symphony of flavor.

Tue, Dec 19 12:30 P.M. Symphony of Flavors     NH Create (11.4)

Lidia loves describing food as a symphony of flavor.

Tue, Dec 19 4:30 P.M. Symphony of Flavors     NH Create (11.4)

Lidia loves describing food as a symphony of flavor.

Wed, Dec 20 3:30 A.M. Symphony of Flavors     NH Create (11.4)

Lidia loves describing food as a symphony of flavor.

Wed, Dec 20 9:30 A.M. Can't Go Wrong     NH Explore (11.2)

Per usual, Lidia cooks up dishes that always have your loved ones begging for more.

Wed, Dec 20 8:00 P.M. Easy Going Recipes     NH Create (11.4)

This show is all about making your life easier, and one thing that Lidia always teaches us is to think of recipes as roadmaps that you can and should personalize.

Thu, Dec 21 12:30 A.M. Easy Going Recipes     NH Create (11.4)

This show is all about making your life easier, and one thing that Lidia always teaches us is to think of recipes as roadmaps that you can and should personalize.

Thu, Dec 21 9:30 A.M. A Warm Welcome     NH Explore (11.2)

Anyone who joins Lidia at her table is always met with a warm welcoming meal.

Fri, Dec 22 9:30 A.M. Never Enough Pasta     NH Explore (11.2)

You can never have enough pasta, so today Lidia is serving it up two ways!

Sat, Dec 23 10:30 A.M. Savor The Moment     NHPBS (11.1)

Getting the chance to gather your loved ones around the table can be difficult in the fast-paced world we live in so in this show Lidia reminds us to always savor our time at the dinner table.

Sun, Dec 24 6:30 P.M. Easy Going Recipes     NH Create (11.4)

This show is all about making your life easier, and one thing that Lidia always teaches us is to think of recipes as roadmaps that you can and should personalize.

Sun, Dec 24 11:30 P.M. Symphony of Flavors     NH Create (11.4)

Lidia loves describing food as a symphony of flavor.

Tue, Dec 26 9:30 A.M. Tiny Kitchen, Big Flavor     NH Explore (11.2)

Make your kitchen work for you!

Tue, Dec 26 9:30 A.M. Easy Going Recipes     NH Create (11.4)

This show is all about making your life easier, and one thing that Lidia always teaches us is to think of recipes as roadmaps that you can and should personalize.

Tue, Dec 26 12:30 P.M. Easy Going Recipes     NH Create (11.4)

This show is all about making your life easier, and one thing that Lidia always teaches us is to think of recipes as roadmaps that you can and should personalize.

Tue, Dec 26 4:30 P.M. Easy Going Recipes     NH Create (11.4)

This show is all about making your life easier, and one thing that Lidia always teaches us is to think of recipes as roadmaps that you can and should personalize.

Wed, Dec 27 3:30 A.M. Easy Going Recipes     NH Create (11.4)

This show is all about making your life easier, and one thing that Lidia always teaches us is to think of recipes as roadmaps that you can and should personalize.

Wed, Dec 27 9:30 A.M. Switch Up The Spice     NH Explore (11.2)

Spice doesn't always mean heat, it can be delicate and complex.

Wed, Dec 27 8:00 P.M. Stretch Your Meal     NH Create (11.4)

It's ever so Italian to value every ounce of food.

Thu, Dec 28 12:30 A.M. Stretch Your Meal     NH Create (11.4)

It's ever so Italian to value every ounce of food.

Thu, Dec 28 9:30 A.M. Colorful Inspiration     NH Explore (11.2)

The colors Lidia finds in her garden and at the market inspire her to cook!

Fri, Dec 29 9:30 A.M. The Fish Market     NH Explore (11.2)

Memories of fishing and the exploring the fish markets growing up, keep Lidia craving that fresh taste of the sea.

Fri, Dec 29 9:30 P.M. An Easy Effort     NH Create (11.4)

Lidia shares tips to pull together a spread for friends with ease.

Sat, Dec 30 10:30 A.M. The Next Chapter     NHPBS (11.1)

Lidia is used to cooking for a crowd, but these days are a bit different.

Sat, Dec 30 10:30 A.M. An Easy Effort     NH Create (11.4)

Lidia shares tips to pull together a spread for friends with ease.

Sun, Dec 31 12:30 P.M. An Easy Effort     NH Create (11.4)

Lidia shares tips to pull together a spread for friends with ease.

Sun, Dec 31 6:30 P.M. Stretch Your Meal     NH Create (11.4)

It's ever so Italian to value every ounce of food.

Sun, Dec 31 9:30 P.M. An Easy Effort     NH Create (11.4)

Lidia shares tips to pull together a spread for friends with ease.

Sun, Dec 31 11:30 P.M. Easy Going Recipes     NH Create (11.4)

This show is all about making your life easier, and one thing that Lidia always teaches us is to think of recipes as roadmaps that you can and should personalize.

Mon, Jan 1 2:30 A.M. An Easy Effort     NH Create (11.4)

Lidia shares tips to pull together a spread for friends with ease.

Mon, Jan 1 9:30 A.M. The Next Chapter     NH Explore (11.2)

Lidia is used to cooking for a crowd, but these days are a bit different.

Tue, Jan 2 9:30 A.M. A Fruitful Meal     NH Explore (11.2)

Fruit can find its way onto any Italian table. Lidia starts with a refreshing eye-catching salad of shrimp and sweet melon dressed with a bright minty pesto.

Wed, Jan 3 9:30 A.M. Update The Classics     NH Explore (11.2)

Lidia loves tradition, but also values creativity and the two combined can create something delicious!

Thu, Jan 4 9:30 A.M. Make It Zucchini     NH Explore (11.2)

Each season brings its own delicious treasures, and when it's zucchini season Lidia cooks with this sweet vegetable as much as she possibly can.

Fri, Jan 5 9:30 A.M. Start The Day     NH Explore (11.2)

Lidia is excited to start the day together and cook up something delicious.

Mon, Jan 8 9:30 A.M. Meet Me at the Table     NH Explore (11.2)

Join Lidia at the table for some traditional winter fare of the northern Italian mountains.

Tue, Jan 9 9:30 A.M. An Italian Cookout     NH Explore (11.2)

Lidia has welcomed us all back into her home, so of course she wants to throw us a cookout.


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