Ep 9. Bowled Over

In Rachel Ray's Week in A Day season 6 episode 9 titled "Bowled Over", Rachael Ray shares unique and exciting recipes that incorporate bowled meals. She encourages viewers to prepare them in advance, so that they can quickly heat them up and enjoy throughout the week.

In the episode, Rachael starts with a hearty bowl of pork and beans. She prepares tender BBQ pork shoulder and combines it with beans, bell peppers, onion, garlic, and a secret ingredient to make it extra delicious. Rachael then layers the mixture with hominy and tops it off with sour cream, sweet onions, and cheddar cheese. She suggests serving it with cornbread for a classic Southern-style meal.

Next, Rachael cooks up a quick and easy Thai-inspired chicken bowl. She starts by marinating boneless, skinless chicken thighs in a mixture of soy sauce, fish sauce, brown sugar, ginger, and garlic. While the chicken cooks on the grill, Rachael preps the rice bowl with shredded carrots, cucumber, and red bell pepper. She tops it with the grilled chicken and a spicy peanut sauce, which she makes with smooth peanut butter, red curry paste, soy sauce, honey, and lime juice. This dish is perfect for a healthy and flavorful lunch or dinner.

For a twist on a classic Mexican dish, Rachael creates a deconstructed enchilada bowl. She starts with browned ground beef and cooks it with onion, garlic, cumin, and chili powder. She mixes it with cooked rice, black beans, and enchilada sauce. Rachael then assembles the bowl with the beef and rice mixture at the bottom, topped with cheddar cheese, sour cream, avocado, and a sprinkle of green onion. She suggests serving it with tortilla chips for a crunchy texture.

Finally, Rachael rounds out the episode with a comforting bowl of tomato soup with mini grilled cheese sandwiches. She starts by making a creamy tomato soup with canned tomatoes, onion, garlic, chicken broth, and heavy cream. The soup is then blended until smooth and seasoned with salt and pepper. Rachael also prepares mini grilled cheese sandwiches with sourdough bread and cheddar cheese. She suggests serving them alongside the tomato soup for the perfect warm and cozy meal.

Overall, Rachael Ray's Week in A Day season 6 episode 9 "Bowled Over" offers a creative way to enjoy meals in bowls with easy-to-prepare recipes that can be enjoyed throughout the week.