Ep 142. Drive Thru Delights

In Season 3, episode 142 of the popular daytime cooking show, The Chew, the hosts take viewers on a journey of fast food favorites made from scratch. The episode titled "Drive Thru Delights" promises to deliver easy, homemade versions of some of the most iconic fast food meals.

Hosts Daphne Oz, Carla Hall, Clinton Kelly, and Michael Symon start the episode by discussing their personal fast food favorites. They share their opinions on everything from burgers to tacos and admit to loving the convenience of the drive-thru but not always the quality of the food.

First up on the menu is a homemade version of an In-N-Out burger, a popular West Coast chain known for their fresh ingredients and secret sauce. Carla takes on the challenge and shows viewers how to create their own Animal Style burger at home using simple ingredients like caramelized onions and Thousand Island dressing.

Next, Michael shares his recipe for a spicy McChicken sandwich, a staple at the popular fast food chain McDonald's. He gives viewers a step-by-step guide on how to create a spicy chicken marinade and breading, resulting in a juicy and flavorful sandwich that beats the drive-thru version.

The hosts then tackle a popular Mexican dish - the Crunchwrap Supreme from Taco Bell. Daphne and Clinton team up to make a healthier version of the crunchy and cheesy treat, using fresh ingredients like homemade pico de gallo and a low-carb wrap.

Carla takes on the challenge of creating a homemade Arby's sandwich, a roast beef sandwich piled high with cheese and Arby's sauce. She shows viewers how to create their own version of the famous sauce and how to slow-roast the beef to perfection.

Lastly, the hosts turn their attention to a classic American fast-food option - the hot dog. Michael shows viewers how to create a Chicago-style hot dog complete with sport peppers, tomatoes, and a poppy seed bun. He also shares his secret for steaming the bun to perfection.

Throughout the episode, the hosts also offer tips and tricks for making fast food favorites at home, from how to perfectly melt cheese to how to create a crispy coating on fried chicken.

The episode ends with the hosts sitting down to enjoy their homemade fast food creations, admiring how much better they taste compared to the drive-thru options. The episode serves as a reminder that with a little effort, homemade versions of fast food classics can be just as delicious, healthier, and more satisfying.