Everyday Italian Episodes
Season 2, Episode 1
Sensational Thanksgiving Sides
Giada De Laurentiis's sister is hosting a Potluck Thanksgiving this year. She's got the turkey covered but she needs help with the sides. Giada's going to show you some extra special side dishes for this Thanksgiving table: Sweet Potato Gnocchi with Maple Cinnamon Sage Brown Butter, Garlic and Sun-Dried Tomato Corn Muffin and Spicy Parmesan Green Beans and Kale.
Season 2, Episode 2
Christmas Brunch
Giada De Laurentiis is throwing a white Christmas party and you're invited. She's going to prepare an amazing holiday brunch buffet to ring in the good cheer. The menu: Linguine and Prosciutto Frittatas, Arugula and Roasted Fruit Salad with Panettone Croutons and Parmesan Potato Pancake.
Season 2, Episode 3
Giada's Spa Weekend Brought Home
Giada De Laurentiis recently went on a spa weekend with some girlfriends and came back inspired to recreate some of her favorite healthy meals giving them her unique Italian touches. She makes Whole-Wheat Spaghetti with Lemon, Basil and Salmon; Pork Chops Stuffed with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Spinach; and Artichoke and Tomato Panzanella.
Season 2, Episode 4
Game Day
Giada De Laurentiis's husband is having the guys over to watch the game at their house and she's creating an all-star menu of Swordfish Panini with Arugula and Lemon Aioli, Tagliatelle with Smashed Peas, Sausage and Ricotta Cheese plus Calamari Stew with Garlic Toast, to show these boys that there's much more to eat than chili and chicken wings.
Season 2, Episode 5
Penny Stretcher
Giada De Laurentiis is going to create dishes that can not only wow you the first time that you taste them but can also be transformed the next day into showstopping leftovers. You'll be savoring them right until the last bite. Recipes include: Roasted Chicken Purses, Creamy Arugula and Lettuce Soup with Goat Cheese and Crostata with Mushrooms and Pancetta.
Season 2, Episode 6
Italian Comfort
Giada De Laurentiis is going to show you how to cook comfort food Italian-style with some of her favorite wintry Italian dishes; Butternut Squash and Vanilla Risotto, and Turkey Osso Buco with Parsley and Rosemary Gremolata.
Season 2, Episode 7
Perfect Pairings
Giada De Laurentiis is going to have fun showing you that there are some flavors that were meant to be together. She's preparing a menu of dishes that combine some of nature's most perfect pairings. Recipes include: Lamb Ragu with Mint, Marinara Sauce, Prosciutto and Melon Soup, and Orange and Chocolate Zeppole.
Season 2, Episode 8
Spring Forward
Spring is in the air and like everyone else, Giada De Laurentiis gets excited by the first signs of spring. She's whipping up some dishes that focus on four of her favorite springtime harvests: Herbed Chicken with Spring Vegetables and Baked Artichokes with Gorgonzola and Herbs.
Season 2, Episode 9
Apres Ski
Giada De Laurentiis grew up skiing the Italian Alps and after a long day on the slopes she loved to warm up with the local northern Italian mountain food. She's going to show you how to prepare some of her favorite dishes from the Italian Alps; Beef and Butternut Squash Stew, Hearty Tomato Soup with Lemon and Rosemary, and Apple Zeppole with Cinnamon Whipped Cream.
Season 2, Episode 10
Warming Up Winter
Giada De Laurentiis shows you how to warm up this winter with some spicy Italian dishes: Rigatoni with Eggplant Puree, Roasted Cauliflower with Parmesan and Pancetta, Sweet Pea Crostini and Spiced Americano with Cinnamon Whipped Cream.
Season 2, Episode 11
Italian Supper Club
Every month Giada and her friends get together to have fun, re-connect and, most importantly, eat great food. This month it's Giada's turn to host the festivities and she wants to keep it simple with some classic tastes. She makes Pork Milanese With Creamy Caper and Lemon Sauce; Grapefruit, Onion and Basil Salad; plus Ricotta Orange Pound Cake With Strawberries.
Season 2, Episode 12
A Cut Above the Rest
Giada De Laurentiis is going to show you how to dress up some traditional steakhouse fare, giving them her unique Italian twists. She makes Rib-Eye Steak with Black Olive Vinaigrette, Baked Orzo with Fontina and Peas, Focaccia with Rosemary and Grapes and Citrus Semifreddo.
Season 2, Episode 13
Kid Friendly Dinners
If you've got a family, the last thing you want is to eat kid food every night of the week. Giada De Laurentiis shows how to make delicious recipes that kids and adults can enjoy together: Pizza Pot Pies, Veggie Stuffed Pancakes and Strawberry and Mascarpone Filled Cupcakes.
Season 2, Episode 14
Cooking Outside the Box
Giada De Laurentiis has some delicious entrees using only the freshest ingredients, proving that dinner can be quick and easy without having to come from a box or a can. On the menu: Chicken Scallopine with Saffron Cream Sauce, Warm Vegetable Salad, Crostini Alla Romana and Espresso Chocolate Mousse with Orange Mascarpone Whipped Cream.
Season 2, Episode 15
Cooking for Beginners
Giada De Laurentiis shows that with a few select items from the supermarket, anyone can create a satisfying dinner and feel comfortable in the kitchen! Recipes include: Italian Fish and Veggie Pockets, Fusilli Alla Caprese and Black and White Cookies.
Season 2, Episode 16
Dining in... with Style
Giada De Laurentiis has a dinner that not only tastes like it came from a fancy restaurant, but looks like it as well. On the menu: Fresh Tomato and Goat Cheese Strata with Herb Oil, Asparagus Lasagna and Amaretti Torta.
Season 2, Episode 17
Fun with Food
Giada De Laurentiis shows a more playful side of food with some unexpected combinations and lots of color that will keep everyone smiling: Tilapia with Purple Potato Crust and Chive Rosemary Oil, Roasted Acorn Squash and Gorgonzola Pizza and Mango Cheesecake with Basil Lemon Syrup.
Season 2, Episode 18
Baby Shower
Giada shows you how to make these lunchtime gatherings extra fun and delicious. On the menu: Tomato, Watermelon and Basil Skewers, Artichoke and Tuna Panini with Garbanzo Bean Spread, Farro with Coarse Pesto and Chocolate Gelato Baguettes.
Season 2, Episode 19
Neapolitan
Inspired by her Neapolitan roots, Giada De Laurentiis makes a Southern Italian feast with the flavors of Naples: Veal and Lemon Saltimbocca, Eggplant Timbale and Smoked Mozzarella and Ricotta Fritters.
Season 2, Episode 20
Venetian Holiday
Inspired by the Italian region of Venice, Giada De Laurentiis whips up some Venetian favorites, like Asparagus, Artichoke and Mushroom Saute with Tarragon Vinaigrette; Curried Chicken Sandwich qith Radicchio and Pancetta; Almond, Pine Nut, Apricot Crumb Cake and Amaretto Sour with Prosecco.
