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Season 4, Episode 1

One Dish Meal

Meals that cook up in one dish are easy, but they also have to be delicious to make it into Sunny's kitchen. One of her all-time favorites is Shepherd's Pie, especially when paired with another British import, found in her special Strawberry Float.

Season 4, Episode 2

Recipes Were Meant to be Broken

Put your time-honored recipes aside, it's time to experiment in the kitchen! Sunny puts creative spins on classic recipes to awaken your inner rebel and delight your taste buds!

Season 4, Episode 3

Spring Forward Fall Back

Sunny bridges the flavor gap between cold and warm weather eating, brightening a hearty Roast Beef dinner with fresh herbs and zingy horseradish sauce, with Cipollini Onions Braised in Red Wine and Bacon and Sage Potato Pancakes on the side. Serve this meal once and you'll get requests for it year-round!

Season 4, Episode 4

Irish Eyes Smiling

Take a trip to the Emerald Isle with Sunny and her Irish friend Fiona. Apple Jelly from scratch does double duty as a glaze and condiment for Sunny's juicy Grilled Lamb. One bite of those, with Orange-Braised Fennel and an Irish cream-spiked dessert, and you'll be smiling, too!

Season 4, Episode 5

Finger Foods

Give your utensils the night off and dig into this hands-on meal! Perfect for entertaining, equally satisfying on nights when you just want to graze! On the menu: Smoked Gouda-Chorizo Jalapeno Poppers, Farm in a Blanket, Dill Hummus and Toasted Pita Wedges, all washed down with Berry Berry Fizz.

Season 4, Episode 6

Southern Hospitality

Sunny takes a page out of the Old South with a meal all about hospitality and soul-satisfaction. Your heart and belly will warm to the core with this pot of creamy Brandied Curry Chicken With Grapes, crispy strips of Fried Okra and tender, buttery Fast Succotash.

Season 4, Episode 7

Speed Dating

Whip up an elegant dinner for your sweetheart in a flash, saving time in the kitchen so you can enjoy your date night in. Enjoy an easy flaky Baked Lemon Sole With Sauteed Swiss Chard alongside a hearty Quick Artichoke Salad. This date night meal cooks up so fast, you'll even have time for a creamy Baked Grapefruit.

Season 4, Episode 8

Girls That Grill

Sunny brings the outdoors indoors with a grilling menu you can make anytime, anywhere! Why wait for the perfect weather? Get your grill on today with Grilled BBQ Bacon Shrimp, Grilled Fruit Salad With Honey-Yogurt Dressing and Coconut Flan.

Season 4, Episode 9

North of the Border

Sunny brings south of the border flavors up north to your kitchen with Chicken Flautas With Avocado Cream and Baked Corn Pudding. Raise your glass of homemade Mexican Lime Soda and toast to this delicious meal. Salud!

Season 4, Episode 10

Working Man's Meal

Give the man in your life some extra TLC with this hearty, satisfying meal. Grilled steak adds a smoky note to Sunny's chunky soup, and her Sticky Road Chocolate Bars are sweet, chewy and everything but dainty!

Season 4, Episode 11

Deep in the Hearth of Texas

Sunny teams up with her childhood friend to honor their Texas roots and her friend's family. Perfect for a Mother's Day meal or any special get-together, this easy, fun meal of Flank Steak Fajitas and Lonestar State Cheesecake is perfect for reliving memories and making new ones.

Season 4, Episode 12

Easy Elegance

Sunny proves that an elegant meal can also be easy ... and affordable! Make this meal of Coq au Vin and Manhattan Mousse for yourself tonight, or simmer up a big pot to feed a group of your favorite foodies.

Season 4, Episode 13

Child's Play

Reconnect with your tasty childhood favorites! Updated for your grown-up palate, this playful menu of Catfish Sticks, Wheely Good Pasta and Cheese and Strawberry Applesauce will satisfy the young and young at heart. Don't forget to bring crayons and games to the table!

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