The Kitchen Season 6 Episode 10 A Taste of Summer

A Taste of Summer is the tenth episode of the sixth season of The Kitchen - the popular cooking show on Food Network. As the name suggests, this episode focuses on fresh, summery dishes that are perfect for warm weather and outdoor gatherings.

The episode starts with Sunny Anderson sharing her recipe for a refreshing Watermelon Salad. She tells the audience how to cut the watermelon into cubes and mix it with feta cheese, mint, and a citrus vinaigrette. Her salad is simple, yet colorful, and makes a great starter for any summer meal.

Next up, Jeff Mauro takes over and offers a twist on a classic dish with his Smoked Sausage and Peppers Baked Ziti. He uses smoked sausage instead of ground beef and adds bell peppers to give the dish a sweet and savory flavor. He also tops the ziti with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese before baking it in the oven. The result is a cheesy, bubbly casserole that is perfect for feeding a crowd.

Katie Lee then demonstrates how to make a delicious Grilled Shrimp with Lemon Orzo Salad. She marinates the shrimp in a garlic and herb mixture before grilling them on skewers. For the orzo salad, she mixes orzo pasta with arugula, avocado, feta cheese, and lots of lemon juice. This dish is light and refreshing, and the perfect complement to any summer barbecue.

Geoffrey Zakarian then takes the stage to share his recipe for Grilled Lamb Chops with Tomato Salad and Tzatziki. He shows the audience how to grill the lamb chops to perfection, and how to make a simple tomato salad with red onion and parsley. Finally, he makes a creamy tzatziki sauce with yogurt, cucumber, garlic, and dill. The combination of flavors in this dish is sure to impress any guest at a dinner party.

The hosts then come together to prepare some cocktails and mocktails for their viewers. They start with a classic Strawberry Daiquiri made with fresh strawberries, rum, lime juice, and sugar. Then, they mix up a fun Virgin Margarita using limeade, orange juice, and grenadine. Finally, they make a refreshing Peach and Basil Smash with fresh peaches, basil, lemon juice, and vodka. These summery drinks are perfect for sipping on a hot day.

As the episode comes to a close, the hosts sit down to enjoy their delicious creations together. They reflect on the joys of summer and all the delicious food that comes with it. This episode of The Kitchen is sure to inspire viewers to get creative with their cooking and try some new recipes this summer.