Ep 121. Recipe Refresh

The Chew, Season 6 Episode 121: Recipe Refresh

In this episode of The Chew, the hosts are determined to give some classic dishes a modern twist in a segment they call Recipe Refresh. The hosts are joined by Chef Chris Santos, who has brought along his own recipe that he believes needs a little bit of updating.

Before getting to the refreshments, though, the hosts catch up with each other and engage in some usual banter. Mario discusses his latest cycling trip, which ended in him getting lost in the mountains, and Carla tells a story about a recent visit to a local ice cream shop that left her feeling unimpressed.

After their chit-chat, the hosts get right down to business. Michael is tasked with refreshing a classic spaghetti and meatballs recipe. Instead of serving the meatballs on top of the spaghetti, Michael suggests stuffing the meatballs with spaghetti instead. This creates a new, fun twist on a classic dish that will have dinner guests impressed and delighted.

Clinton takes on the task of refreshing a grilled cheese sandwich, which he believes can be a staple for adults and children alike. He adds some bacon and a few unexpected ingredients to his sandwich, which he promises will be a hit with everyone.

Daphne opts to refresh a recipe for chicken pot pie, which is already a comfort food favorite. She replaces the traditional pie crust with puff pastry and adds a variety of flavorful herbs to the chicken filling to give it a more gourmet feel. This refreshed recipe is sure to be a hit with any foodie who enjoys traditional dishes with a twist.

Carla is excited to refresh a recipe for a classic milkshake, which she amends into a white chocolate milkshake with rosemary-infused whipped cream. She adds some sea salt to the recipe to create an excellent sweet-savory balance, and the rosemary provides a unique, savory twist that is sure to impress any milkshake lover.

Chef Chris Santos joins the hosts to show them how to update his recipe for crab cakes. He demonstrates how to use panko bread crumbs instead of traditional bread crumbs to achieve a crispier crust. He also adds a spicy kick with the addition of tabasco sauce to his homemade sauce to bring some heat and flavor to the dish.

The hosts taste-test each other's dishes and heap praise on each other for how delicious and creative the new recipes turned out to be. Chef Santos's updated crab cake recipe is a crowd favorite and impresses everyone with its bold and spicy flavor.

In addition to the recipe refresh segment, the hosts share some of their favorite summer grilling and outdoor party tips. They discuss how to keep guests entertained with good food and games, and White House Chef Sam Kass joins them to talk about healthy eating and how to cook with seasonal produce.

Overall, this episode of The Chew is packed with fun and creative ways to update classic recipes into new and exciting dishes. The hosts' energy and enthusiasm shine through as they work together to create unique and delicious meals that are sure to impress any foodie.