Trattoria Favorites

There are so many varieties of cheese in Italy, and today's recipes feature some delicious ones. Lidia will make a Crostata with Mushrooms and Onion; A quick Salad and Chicken "Involtini" with Kale Pesto.

In this episode, Lidia shares some of her flagship restaurant's favorite recipes that can be made at home. They include "gnudi" (Spinach and Ricotta Dumplings); and a flavorful Whole Roasted Branzino. She'll also be talking "restaurant secrets" with some of her chefs in this episode.

Lidia grew up along the Adriatic sea so picnics at the beach were a common occurrence. Recipes in this episode include some seafood classics from the southern part of Italy including Orecchiette with Peas and Asparagus; Mussels with Farro, Cannellini and Chickpeas and a quick and delicious Chocolate Fig dessert.

The stove can do a lot of work in any home kitchen, and many recipes can be created simultaneously. In this episode, Lidia shares recipes for: Cannellini and Pancetta Bruschetta; Ziti with Kale and Crispy Bacon; and Monkfish Meatballs in Tomato Sauce.

Today's recipes are dedicated to the family. They can be made for a weeknight dinner or a large gathering or holiday and include: Oven Braised Pork Chops with Red Onion and Pears; Cherry Jam Tart. To start, Lidia enjoys a special Cherry Bellini.

Although Italians are not known for a brunch tradition, many of their recipes work beautifully for it. Today's brunch recipes include: Polenta with Honey & Berries; Crostata with Kale, Butternut Squash and Ricotta; Rice Balls Stuffed with Sausage Ragu.