Ep 3. "Appy" Holidays
- TV-G
- November 30, 2019
- 42 min
In this holiday-themed episode, the hosts of The Kitchen offer up some delicious and creative appetizers to impress your guests. Sunny Anderson starts things off with her take on a classic cheese ball, using blue cheese and dried cranberries for a festive twist. Jeff Mauro then shares his recipe for mini meatball subs, perfect for passing around at a party. Katie Lee Biegel whips up some easy baked brie bites, topped with apple chutney and slivered almonds.
Next, Geoffrey Zakarian gets creative with his shrimp toast, complete with a spicy mayo and pickled cucumbers. The hosts also talk about how to assemble a beautiful and tasty charcuterie board, with tips on selecting the right meats, cheeses, and accoutrements. Things get sweeter with Katie's chocolate-dipped clementines, a simple yet stunning dessert that's sure to impress.
But no holiday party is complete without some festive drinks, and the hosts have got you covered there too. Geoffrey mixes up a winter sangria, featuring cranberries and pomegranate seeds. Jeff adds some spice to a classic rum and coke with his gingerbread rum punch. And Sunny shares her recipe for a creamy and indulgent eggnog, made with rum and bourbon.
Throughout the episode, the hosts also share some helpful holiday hacks, from easy ways to decorate your table to strategies for storing leftovers. They also talk about holiday traditions and share some of their own favorite memories, from baking cookies with family to shopping for gifts.
Overall, "Appy" Holidays offers plenty of inspiration for anyone looking to add some delicious and festive appetizers and drinks to their holiday party spread. With creative recipes, helpful tips, and plenty of holiday cheer, this episode of The Kitchen is sure to get you into the holiday spirit.