In this episode, two delicious ideas for weeknight meals. Sauteed Turkey Cutlets with Avocado Sauce is simple to make, and light and flavorful for everyone in the family to enjoy. On the side is a creamy Lemon Orzo. For a new twist on chicken, try Aida’s quick and easy Honeyed Mango and Chicken Sautee with Toasted Cashews, served with Toasted Sesame Rice.
Pasta is an easy go-to weeknight meal, and Aida shows us three innovative twists on classic pasta dishes. Sage Butter Macaroni and Four Cheese is a decadent and delicious take on mac and cheese. Pasta with Citrus-Herb Sauce is a light tangle of thin spaghetti and fresh herbs. Then it’s a crowd pleaser – Rigatoni with Creamy Eggplant and Mozzarella.
It’s the most asked question on Ask Aida – how to jazz up chicken? Aida’s got some simple and flavorful answers, including Pan Roasted Chicken with Oranges and Rosemary, and Roasted Garam Masala Chicken with Squash and Potatoes. On the side, an incredibly healthy and versatile dish: Cucumber-Bell Pepper Quinoa.
Aida prepares two party-pleasing dips that can then be transformed into main dishes. Cucumber-Dill Yogurt Dip is perfect for crudite and can also be used as a marinade for Grilled Lamb Kebabs. Spinach-Ricotta Dip is delicious with cut pita wedges, and when transformed into Spinach-Ricotta Pesto Pasta with Crisp Prosciutto and Asparagus, it becomes a fast and simple weeknight dinner.
Everyone loves a juicy burger, and Aida perfects three different types to satisfy all cravings. First up, she prepares a mouthwatering Big Bacon Cheeseburger topped with a spicy chile mayo. Then, she creates a flavorful Cajun Veggie Burger and can’t miss Cheesy Sliders with an overflowing toppings bar. For her "No Recipe Recipe," she also puts a healthy twist on everyone’s favorite side: French fries.
Aida makes grilling simple and delicious with her tasty recipes starting off with a flavorful BBQ Veggie Pizza. Then, her brother Christophe stops by to help make some sizzling Peanut Ginger Chicken Skewers and a succulent Sweet Pepper and Flank Steak Salad. Aida’s "No Recipe Recipe" of Grilled Banana S’mores makes a sweet ending to this fiery meal.
Aida takes the guessing out of baking with her stellar cookie creations. Chocolate-Dipped Orange Coconut Cookies, Pecan Pie Bars, and Vanilla Cherry Chocolate Cookies all make for a great selection of sweet treats. She leaves just enough room for some outrageous "No Recipe Recipe" Cookie Ice Cream Sundae Sandwiches.
Aida answers steak questions while preparing a delicious variety of hearty dishes. First up, her classic Steak Au Poivre, and then Aida puts together a spicy Chili Jam Beef Stir Fry for tasty steak on a budget. Her "No Recipe Recipe" for Herb Garlic Butter makes the perfect complement to any steak dish.
Satisfy your chocolate craving on this episode of Ask Aida. First, Aida bakes a decadent Chocolate Mocha Blackout Cake. Then, she shows how to use chocolate in a savory dish with her Cocoa Rubbed Pork. For her "No Recipe Recipe," Aida creates melt-in-your-mouth Chocolate-Dipped Cheesecake Lollipops.
Aida serves up delicious egg dishes perfect for breakfast, lunch or dinner. She starts things off with a spicy Asparagus Jalapeño Strata and continues with her fiery Shakshuka, or Eggs in Purgatory. Her Egg-in-a-Hole Grilled Cheese makes the perfect kid-friendly meal, and for a "No Recipe Recipe," Aida stirs up a sophisticated Egg Drop Soup.
Create the perfect Thanksgiving feast with Aida’s crowd-pleasing menu. First, she fixes an upscale Apple-Sage Roast Turkey, which pairs perfectly with her savory Whole Wheat Stuffing. Then, Aida gives pumpkin pie a facelift with her Pecan Pumpkin Crunch. Finally, Aida shares her simple "No Recipe Recipe" for Hearty Pan Gravy.
It's the most wonderful time of the year... and the best time for eating! Aida's making her family holiday favorites; a gorgeous Prosciutto Standing Rib roast with sweet figs, a Corn Pudding with creamy gruyere, and festive Honey-Almond Lace cookies dipped in chocolate. and finally, a simple no recipe recipe for a beautiful Red Velvet Trifle.