Ep 4. Snowed In

As winter sets in, the hosts of The Kitchen are feeling the chill and deciding to embrace the season with a Snowed In themed episode. With the weather making it difficult to leave the house, the hosts are focused on making hearty, comforting dishes that can be made with pantry staples and whatever produce can be found in the kitchen.

Geoffrey Zakarian starts things off with a warming bowl of his Chicken and Dumpling Soup. Made with rotisserie chicken, frozen veggies, and canned biscuit dough, this recipe is a quick and easy way to whip up a classic favorite. Katie Lee follows with a twist on a classic comfort food with her Grilled Cheese and Tomato Soup Casserole. This recipe features all the flavors of grilled cheese and tomato soup but in a form that’s easy to make and easier to enjoy.

Alex Guarnaschelli steps up the pantry cooking with her Red Lentil and Vegetable Stew. Featuring items like canned tomatoes, dried lentils, and frozen veggies, this recipe is a great way to use up pantry staples while still making a satisfying meal. Sunny Anderson rounds things out with her Winter Citrus Salad. This fresh and bright dish uses seasonal citrus fruits and a tangy dressing to add a bit of brightness to an otherwise dreary winter day.

With the main courses out of the way, the hosts turn their attention to a few simple side dishes to round out the meal. Geoffrey Zakarian shares his Garlicky Smashed Potatoes, a simple side dish made with butter, garlic, and pantry staples. Katie Lee follows with her Crispy Brussels Sprouts, a dish that features sprouts roasted with olive oil and a sprinkle of salt until they’re crunchy and delicious. Finally, Alex Guarnaschelli shares her recipe for Creamed Spinach, a classic and comforting side that’s perfect for any winter meal.

For dessert, Sunny Anderson shares her recipe for Slow Cooker Chocolate Cake. This super simple recipe features boxed cake mix and a few additional ingredients before being left to cook low and slow in a crockpot. The result is a moist and chocolatey cake that’s perfect for warming up during a snowed-in day.

Throughout the episode, the hosts share tips and tricks for making the most of pantry staples and seasonal produce, as well as how to stay cozy during a winter storm. Whether viewers are already snowed in or just looking to stay warm during winter, this episode of The Kitchen has everything needed to make a great winter meal.