30 Minute Meals Season 4 Episode 19 Philly Feast

In the 19th episode of season 4 of 30 Minute Meals, entitled "Philly Feast," host Rachael Ray takes viewers on a culinary journey to the city of Brotherly Love. Ray starts the episode by introducing her kitchen setup, which includes a large stove top, multiple cutting boards, and an assortment of knives and cooking utensils.

The first dish Ray prepares is her take on the classic Philly cheesesteak. She starts by sauteing thinly sliced rib eye steak with onions and peppers. Once the steak is cooked to perfection, Ray adds American cheese and provolone cheese to the mixture and lets it melt. She then piles the cheesy steak mixture onto hoagie rolls and serves the sandwiches with a side of crispy French fries.

Next up is another Philly staple, soft pretzels. Ray explains that the key to achieving an authentic Philly soft pretzel is to boil the dough in a baking soda solution before baking. She demonstrates the boiling process and then shapes the dough into pretzels. Once the pretzels are baked, Ray shows viewers how to make a simple cheese dip using cream cheese, cheddar cheese, and milk.

For her final dish, Ray prepares a nod to one of Philadelphia's most famous desserts, the Philly-style tomato pie. She starts by making a homemade crust and then tops it with a mixture of canned San Marzano tomatoes, garlic, basil, and olive oil. Ray then finishes the pie with a generous layer of shredded mozzarella cheese and bakes it until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Throughout the episode, Ray offers helpful tips and tricks for time-saving techniques, like using a non-stick pan for the cheesesteak to avoid having the cheese stick to the bottom. She also suggests making a double batch of the soft pretzels and freezing the extras for later use.

As always, Ray's recipes are designed to be quick and easy to make in just 30 minutes or less, making this episode perfect for busy home cooks who still want to enjoy the flavors of Philadelphia from the comfort of their own kitchens.

Overall, "Philly Feast" is a fun and flavorful episode that celebrates the iconic cuisine of Philadelphia and shows viewers how to recreate some of the city's most beloved dishes at home.