Everyday Italian Season 6 Episode 3 Game Night
- January 27, 2007
- 21 min
In season 6 episode 3 of Everyday Italian, entitled "Game Night," host Giada De Laurentiis explores the fun and delicious world of Italian cuisine that's perfect for game night. Whether it's a family gathering or a night off with friends, this episode features delicious and easy-to-make recipes for everyone in attendance.
Giada starts things off with a hearty and flavorful appetizer: a warm sausage and cannellini bean dip. She pairs it with crisp bread and olives for a delicious, easy-to-eat dish that's perfect for snacking while playing games. For a healthier option, she also creates a tasty roasted red pepper hummus dip with veggies.
Next up, Giada takes on the challenge of creating a pizza bar, complete with homemade pizza dough and a variety of toppings. She shows viewers how to make the perfect dough before providing an array of ingredients, such as prosciutto, peppers, and fresh herbs. This DIY pizza bar is perfect for entertaining and allows guests to create custom pizzas to their liking.
For the main dish, Giada whips up a delicious and comforting rigatoni al forno casserole. It's a classic dish with a twist, as she adds a layer of fresh mozzarella for extra gooeyness. She also shares a super simple side dish of garlicky spinach that compliments the pasta perfectly.
To round out the meal, Giada creates the ultimate game night dessert: salted caramel popcorn. She pops the corn on the stove and coats it with a delicious homemade caramel sauce before adding a sprinkle of coarse sea salt for that perfect sweet and salty combo.
Throughout the episode, Giada shares tips for hosting a successful game night, such as preparing ahead of time and having easy-to-serve snacks. She also provides substitutions and modifications for those with dietary restrictions.
Overall, "Game Night" offers a wide variety of recipes and entertaining tips that are perfect for any group gathering. With Giada's guidance, viewers can create a delicious spread that is sure to impress their guests and enhance any night of games and laughs.