Ep 3. Cook Like a Pro: Pasta
- June 11, 2017
In Barefoot Contessa season 24 episode 3, Ina Garten shows her viewers how to cook pasta like a pro. With her signature charm and expertise, she shares some of her favorite tips and techniques for making the perfect pasta dishes.
The episode begins with Ina taking her viewers on a trip to a local pasta shop in Brooklyn. Here, she explores different types of pasta and talks about how to choose the right shape for various dishes. She also shares her philosophy on pasta -- that it should be simple and easy to make, but always delicious.
Back in her kitchen, Ina gets to work preparing some delicious pasta dishes. First up is her classic spaghetti aglio e olio, a simple yet flavorful dish made with just a few ingredients like garlic, red pepper flakes, and olive oil. Ina explains the importance of using fresh garlic and high-quality olive oil to achieve the best flavor.
Next, Ina prepares a delicious tomato and eggplant pasta dish that's perfect for summer. She shares some tips on how to prepare eggplant so that it's not too bitter and talks about the importance of using high-quality canned tomatoes.
Ina also shows her viewers how to make a delicious pasta with a rich and flavorful pesto sauce. She shares her secrets for making the perfect pesto, including using a mortar and pestle and adding a bit of lemon juice for brightness.
Throughout the episode, Ina shares lots of helpful tips and tricks for making pasta dishes that are flavorful and easy to prepare. She emphasizes the importance of using fresh ingredients, taking your time in the kitchen, and experimenting with different flavor combinations.
Finally, Ina wraps up the episode with a delicious pasta dish that's perfect for entertaining -- a creamy vodka tomato sauce with shrimp. She shows viewers how to make the sauce from scratch and shares some tips on how to cook shrimp perfectly every time.
Overall, Barefoot Contessa season 24 episode 3 is a must-watch for anyone who loves pasta. Ina's expert advice and delicious recipes are sure to inspire viewers to get creative in the kitchen.
