Ep 1. Almost-Eggless Brunch

In the season 4 premiere of Guy's Ranch Kitchen, Guy Fieri welcomes a group of his closest friends to his ranch for an Almost-Eggless Brunch. The guests include celebrity chef Scott Conant, Food Network Star winner Christian Petroni, and chef Aarti Sequeira. With some of the country's most talented chefs gathered at his table, Guy knows that the pressure is on to create a meal that will impress.

The theme of the brunch is "almost eggless," meaning that the dishes will highlight ingredients other than eggs. Guy starts things off by making a Blood Orange and Thyme Mimosa, which he pairs with a Charred Grapefruit and Shrimp Salad. The combination of tangy citrus and fresh seafood makes for a light and refreshing starter.

Next up is Scott, who is tasked with making a savory Dutch Baby. This classic brunch dish is essentially a large, fluffy pancake baked in a cast iron skillet. Scott's version features crispy bacon, caramelized onions, and Gruyere cheese. The results are a delicious and satisfying dish that could easily be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.

Christian is up next, and he decides to make a Fried Chicken Biscuit Sandwich. But being that this is an eggless brunch, he has to get creative when it comes to making his biscuit. He opts for a combination of heavy cream, vinegar, and baking soda to create a light and fluffy texture. The end result is a perfectly crispy chicken sandwich that is sure to please even the most discerning of brunch critics.

For the main event, Aarti takes the lead with her Smoky Sweet Potato Hash. This hearty dish features roasted sweet potatoes, onion, and poblano peppers, all seasoned with smoky spices and fresh herbs. Aarti also introduces a secret ingredient - crumbled tofu - which helps to give the hash a satisfying, egg-like texture.

To finish things off, Guy prepares a show-stopping dessert - a Lemon Meringue Pie with a Bay Leaf Crust. The crust is fragrant and infused with the subtle flavor of bay leaves, while the filling is tangy and sweet with plenty of fresh lemon zest. Guy's pièce de résistance is a fluffy, perfectly torched meringue that adds just the right amount of sweetness to the dish.

Throughout the episode, Guy and his guests share tips and tricks for making each of the dishes at home, making it a great watch for anyone looking to up their brunch game. Guy's Ranch Kitchen season 4 episode 1 is a perfect example of how a little creativity and inventiveness can go a long way in crafting a delicious and memorable meal.