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.

Fri, Apr 19 9:30 A.M. The Community Table     NH Explore (11.2)

Lidia reminds us to gather around the table to share a meal and connect through food and conversation.

Sat, Apr 20 10:30 A.M. Simply Salads     NHPBS (11.1)

Life is complicated enough - your meals shouldn't have to be.

Sun, Apr 21 6:30 P.M. Something Special     NH Create (11.4)

Every so often it's nice to treat yourself and your loved ones to something special.

Mon, Apr 22 9:30 A.M. Building Flavor     NH Explore (11.2)

When working with simple recipes it's all about building flavor, and two things are important: sourcing quality ingredients and respecting them.

Tue, Apr 23 9:30 A.M. Is Dinner Ready?     NH Explore (11.2)

"Is dinner ready?" That daily question many folks might dread.

Wed, Apr 24 9:30 A.M. Enough to Share     NH Explore (11.2)

Lidia's Grandma Rosa always cooked a little bit more than needed.

Wed, Apr 24 8:00 P.M. A Meal to Make You Smile     NH Create (11.4)

Lidia always says food is meant to bring joy, and this meal will surely bring a smile to any table.

Thu, Apr 25 12:30 A.M. A Meal to Make You Smile     NH Create (11.4)

Lidia always says food is meant to bring joy, and this meal will surely bring a smile to any table.

Thu, Apr 25 9:30 A.M. From Italy to Your Table     NH Explore (11.2)

When Lidia sits down for a meal in Italy, there are some dishes that she tastes that bring her such joy.

Fri, Apr 26 9:30 A.M. Let's Make Dinner     NH Explore (11.2)

Eating together is not the only way for friends and family to bond.

Sat, Apr 27 10:30 A.M. Welcome to My Kitchen     NHPBS (11.1)

Lidia invites us back into her kitchen where her family, her story.

Sun, Apr 28 6:30 P.M. A Meal to Make You Smile     NH Create (11.4)

Lidia always says food is meant to bring joy, and this meal will surely bring a smile to any table.

Mon, Apr 29 9:30 A.M. Grow in the Kitchen     NH Explore (11.2)

Time spent cooking in the kitchen helps shape and grow your palate, your technique, and your confidence.

Tue, Apr 30 9:30 A.M. The Start of the Season     NH Explore (11.2)

Come spring, Lidia gets very excited to visit the market.

Wed, May 1 9:30 A.M. Respect The Ingredients     NH Explore (11.2)

Lidia always says, "Let the ingredients shine!

Wed, May 1 8:00 P.M. Something for Everyone     NH Create (11.4)

It's important to Lidia to be inclusive at the dinner table, and cook dishes that meet the dietary restrictions of all - from vegetarian to gluten-free.

Thu, May 2 12:30 A.M. Something for Everyone     NH Create (11.4)

It's important to Lidia to be inclusive at the dinner table, and cook dishes that meet the dietary restrictions of all - from vegetarian to gluten-free.

Thu, May 2 9:30 A.M. The Risotto Is On     NH Explore (11.2)

Risotto is a blank canvas on which we can paint whatever we like.

Fri, May 3 9:30 A.M. Simply Salads     NH Explore (11.2)

Life is complicated enough - your meals shouldn't have to be.

Sat, May 4 10:30 A.M. Tried & True     NHPBS (11.1)

When it comes to a surefire win, you can't go wrong with barbecue.

Sun, May 5 6:30 P.M. Something for Everyone     NH Create (11.4)

It's important to Lidia to be inclusive at the dinner table, and cook dishes that meet the dietary restrictions of all - from vegetarian to gluten-free.

Mon, May 6 9:30 A.M. Timing Is Everything     NH Explore (11.2)

Lidia reminds everyone to make the kitchen and recipe work for you.

Tue, May 7 9:30 A.M. Carry On Tradition     NH Explore (11.2)

Lidia shares recipes that will be recreated for generations.

Wed, May 8 9:30 A.M. An Easy Effort     NH Explore (11.2)

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

Wed, May 8 8:00 P.M. Embrace The New     NH Create (11.4)

Lidia loves to try new foods and encourages us to do the same and embrace the new!

Thu, May 9 12:30 A.M. Embrace The New     NH Create (11.4)

Lidia loves to try new foods and encourages us to do the same and embrace the new!

Thu, May 9 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, May 10 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, May 11 10:30 A.M. Good Friends & Good Food     NHPBS (11.1)

The best part about gathering around the table is sharing good food with good company.

Sun, May 12 6:30 P.M. Embrace The New     NH Create (11.4)

Lidia loves to try new foods and encourages us to do the same and embrace the new!

Mon, May 13 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, May 14 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, May 15 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.

Wed, May 15 8:00 P.M. Worth Celebrating     NH Create (11.4)

Italians are serious about their celebrations. The food, the company, the conversation, the music, and the wine are always abundant!

Thu, May 16 12:30 A.M. Worth Celebrating     NH Create (11.4)

Italians are serious about their celebrations. The food, the company, the conversation, the music, and the wine are always abundant!

Thu, May 16 9:30 A.M. Serving Up Pasta     NH Explore (11.2)

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

Fri, May 17 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!

Sat, May 18 10:30 A.M. Something Special     NHPBS (11.1)

Every so often it's nice to treat yourself and your loved ones to something special.

Sun, May 19 6:30 P.M. Worth Celebrating     NH Create (11.4)

Italians are serious about their celebrations. The food, the company, the conversation, the music, and the wine are always abundant!

Mon, May 20 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.

Tue, May 21 9:30 A.M. Symphony of Flavors     NH Explore (11.2)

Lidia loves describing food as a symphony of flavor.

Wed, May 22 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.

Wed, May 22 8:00 P.M. The Dinner Dance     NH Create (11.4)

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

Thu, May 23 12:30 A.M. The Dinner Dance     NH Create (11.4)

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

Thu, May 23 9:30 A.M. Stretch Your Meal     NH Explore (11.2)

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

Fri, May 24 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.

Sat, May 25 10:30 A.M. A Meal to Make You Smile     NHPBS (11.1)

Lidia always says food is meant to bring joy, and this meal will surely bring a smile to any table.

Sun, May 26 6:30 P.M. The Dinner Dance     NH Create (11.4)

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

Mon, May 27 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.

Tue, May 28 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!

Wed, May 29 9:30 A.M. Tiny Kitchen, Big Flavor     NH Explore (11.2)

Make your kitchen work for you!

Wed, May 29 8:00 P.M. Fuel The Soul     NH Create (11.4)

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

Thu, May 30 12:30 A.M. Fuel The Soul     NH Create (11.4)

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

Thu, May 30 9:30 A.M. Switch Up The Spice     NH Explore (11.2)

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

Fri, May 31 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!


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