Everyday Italian Season 7 Episode 16 Comforting One Pot Meals

In season 7 episode 16 of Everyday Italian titled "Comforting One Pot Meals," host Giada De Laurentiis shares her favorite recipes for meals that can be cooked in just one pot or pan. As the weather cools down, these hearty and comforting dishes are perfect for a cozy night in.

Giada starts off by showing viewers how to prepare a classic Italian dish, Sausage and Peppers. She sautés sweet Italian sausage, onions, and bell peppers in a skillet until the sausage is browned and the vegetables are tender. Giada then adds garlic, a can of diced tomatoes, and some red pepper flakes for a bit of heat. After simmering for a few minutes, she serves the dish with crusty bread for dipping.

Next up, Giada prepares a creamy risotto with butternut squash and pancetta. She starts by cooking pancetta in a large pot until it's crispy, then removes it from the pot and sets it aside. Next, she sautés diced onion in the rendered pancetta fat until it's soft and translucent. She then adds arborio rice and stirs it until it's coated in the fat. Next, she adds white wine and stirs until it's absorbed by the rice. From there, she adds the butternut squash and chicken broth, stirring occasionally until the broth is absorbed and the rice is tender. Finally, Giada stirs in some grated Parmesan cheese and the crispy pancetta before serving.

For a healthy and flavorful one-pot meal, Giada prepares a Moroccan-inspired chicken stew. She starts by browning chicken thighs in a Dutch oven before removing them from the pot. She then adds onion, carrots, and celery to the pot and sautés them until they're tender. Next, she adds garlic, ginger, and spices like cumin, coriander, and turmeric. After stirring for a minute or so, she adds canned tomatoes, chicken broth, and chickpeas. She then places the chicken thighs back in the pot and simmers the stew until the chicken is cooked through and the flavors have melded together. To finish, she serves the stew with couscous and some chopped fresh cilantro.

For a cozy and comforting pasta dish, Giada prepares a rigatoni with sausage and broccoli rabe. She starts by browning sweet Italian sausage in a large pot before removing it from the pot and setting it aside. She then adds garlic and red pepper flakes to the pot and stirs them for a minute until fragrant. She then adds broccoli rabe and chicken broth, covering and cooking the mixture until the broccoli rabe is tender. Finally, she adds cooked rigatoni, the browned sausage, and some grated Parmesan cheese to the pot and stirs everything together until it's heated through.

Lastly, for a twist on a classic chili recipe, Giada prepares a turkey and white bean chili with salsa verde. She starts by sautéing onions and garlic in a large pot before adding ground turkey and cooking until browned. She then adds canned white beans, chicken broth, and a jar of salsa verde. Giada lets the chili simmer for a bit before finishing it off with some fresh lime juice and chopped cilantro. She serves the chili with some crusty bread and a dollop of sour cream.

Overall, this episode of Everyday Italian is perfect for anyone looking for easy and delicious one-pot meals that are perfect for chilly fall evenings. Giada's recipes are flavorful and inventive, providing a new spin on classic comfort foods.