Ep 10. Kids Picnic Party

In Barefoot Contessa season 4 episode 10, titled "Kids Picnic Party," Ina Garten demonstrates how to make a delicious and fun picnic menu specially designed for kids. The episode starts with Ina visiting a local farmers market to pick the perfect ingredients for her menu. She then heads back to her kitchen and shares her strategies for prepping and organizing a stress-free picnic party.

Ina's menu for the day includes mini pizzas, homemade potato chips, fruit skewers, and peanut butter and jelly bars. She starts with the mini pizzas, which are made using English muffins as the base, topped with homemade tomato sauce and a variety of toppings such as mozzarella, pepperoni, and mushrooms. Ina also makes sure to include vegetarian options for kids who may not eat meat.

Next up are the homemade potato chips, which Ina insists are much easier to make than one may think. She shows viewers how to thinly slice potatoes, toss them with olive oil and salt, and bake them in the oven until crispy. She also notes that the chips can be made in advance and stored in an airtight container until picnic time.

The fruit skewers are a fun and easy way to get kids excited about eating fruit. Ina uses a mix of fruits such as strawberries, blueberries, and pineapple, and skewers them on bamboo sticks. She also adds a simple dipping sauce made with honey and yogurt, which is sure to be a hit with the kids.

Finally, Ina prepares peanut butter and jelly bars, a sweet treat that is easy to make and perfect for picnics. She combines oats, flour, brown sugar, and butter, and presses the mixture into a baking dish. Then she spoons peanut butter and jelly on top and swirls the two together before baking in the oven.

Throughout the episode, Ina includes helpful tips and tricks for making a successful picnic party. She suggests packing food in individual portions to make it easy for kids to grab and eat, and recommends bringing along a few activities such as frisbees or soccer balls to keep kids entertained.

As always, Ina's recipes are easy to follow, and her tips and tricks make cooking and entertaining a breeze. By the end of the episode, viewers will be inspired to host their own Kids Picnic Party and create lasting memories with their families.