Barefoot Contessa Season 13 Episode 4 Go Greek
- TVG
- July 18, 2009
In the season 13 episode 4 of Barefoot Contessa, Ina Garten takes inspiration from the Mediterranean cuisine and goes Greek. In this episode, Ina showcases her skills of creating the perfect Greek inspired meal. She shares her favorite recipes and techniques to create a flavorful, colorful, and healthy menu that is perfect for a summer evening.
The episode starts with Ina showing how to create a beautiful Greek mezze platter, which is perfect for entertaining guests. She shares her tips on how to present the platter and how to make all the elements, including hummus, tzatziki, and homemade pita chips. Her presentation is artistic and full of color, making it a perfect appetizer for a summer gathering.
Ina also creates a Greek-inspired grilled shrimp dish that is marinated in olive oil, lemon, garlic, and oregano. The dish is incredibly flavorful and easy to make. Ina also shows how to grill the shrimp to perfection and how to serve it with a delicious side dish of roasted tomatoes, feta cheese, and orzo.
For the main course, Ina creates a Greek-inspired lamb dish that is flavored with garlic, oregano, and lemon zest. She slow-roasts the lamb, and the result is a tender and delicious meat that is guaranteed to impress your guests. Ina also shows how to make an easy-to-follow side dish of Greek-style roasted vegetables, which is a perfect complement to the lamb.
Ina also shares her recipe for a delicious Greek-style salad, which is packed with flavor and healthy ingredients. The salad features a mix of herbs, cucumbers, tomatoes, feta cheese, and an easy-to-make Greek-style dressing. Ina explains how to prep the ingredients and how to assemble a beautiful salad that looks as good as it tastes.
The episode ends with Ina showing how to create a classic Greek dessert, baklava. Ina shares her tips on how to make the perfect phyllo pastry layers and how to create a sweet filling of nuts, honey, and cinnamon. Her version of baklava is easy to make and is a perfect finish to the meal.
Overall, Barefoot Contessa season 13 episode 4 is a feast for the senses. Ina Garten showcases her skills in creating a beautiful and delicious Greek-inspired menu that is perfect for a summer gathering. Her tips and techniques are easy to follow and will leave you feeling inspired to create your own Mediterranean feast.