Kelsey's Essentials Season 2 Episode 3 Easy Summer Cooking
- TVG
- July 9, 2011
- 20 min
In season 2 episode 3 of Kelsey's Essentials, titled "Easy Summer Cooking," host Kelsey Nixon shares her favorite recipes and techniques for creating delicious meals during the hot summer months.
Kelsey begins by discussing the importance of keeping recipes simple and using fresh, seasonal ingredients. She shows viewers how to make a refreshing watermelon, feta, and arugula salad, perfect for a light lunch or dinner. Kelsey emphasizes the importance of cutting the watermelon into bite-sized pieces for easy eating, and adds a tangy vinaigrette to balance out the sweetness of the fruit.
Next, Kelsey moves on to the main course: grilled lemon and herb chicken with a side of corn and zucchini. She demonstrates how to butterfly the chicken breasts for quicker and more even cooking, and shares her go-to marinade for adding flavor and moisture to the meat. Kelsey also grills up some fresh corn and zucchini to go alongside the chicken, and adds a touch of spice with a sprinkle of cumin and chili powder.
For dessert, Kelsey creates a simple yet decadent grilled peach and mascarpone crostini. She slices fresh peaches in half and grills them until they're warmed through and slightly caramelized, then tops them with a dollop of creamy mascarpone cheese and drizzles of honey and balsamic vinegar. Kelsey serves the crostini on slices of toasted baguette for a sweet and savory treat.
Throughout the episode, Kelsey shares tips and techniques for making the recipes even easier, such as prepping ingredients ahead of time and using a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken is cooked through. She also offers suggestions for tweaking the recipes to suit different dietary needs, such as using vegan cheese or gluten-free bread for the crostini.
Overall, "Easy Summer Cooking" is a perfect episode for anyone looking to create delicious, fresh meals that require minimal effort and maximum flavor. With Kelsey's expert guidance and inventive recipes, viewers can enjoy the best of summer cuisine in their own kitchens.
