Ep 19. Heating Up with Jason Isbell and Amanda Shires

In the 19th episode of the 15th season of Trisha's Southern Kitchen, titled "Heating Up with Jason Isbell and Amanda Shires," country music stars Jason Isbell and Amanda Shires visit Trisha in her kitchen. The episode features a few new and unique southern dishes with a modern twist.

Trisha's first dish of the day is pork meatballs made with her unique blend of seasonings and served with a sweet and spicy tomato sauce. While preparing the meatballs, Trisha takes the opportunity to catch up with her guests, discussing their work and life on the road and swapping recipes. Amanda, who is a fiddle-player, shares the story of how she and Jason met and how they have since created a family and a strong musical partnership.

After the meatballs are in the oven, Trisha prepares the second dish of the day, a hot and cheesy goat cheese dip with roasted tomatoes and garlic. While roasting the tomatoes and garlic, Trisha talks with Jason about his unique style of country music, which often involves social commentary and addresses issues such as race and economic inequality.

Next up, Trisha makes chicken enchiladas with a twist, using smoked chicken and a homemade verde sauce, which gives the dish a unique and smoky flavor. While assembling and baking the enchiladas, the three friends continue their conversation about the intersection of music and politics, with each sharing their thoughts on how their songwriting and performances can make a difference.

Finally, for dessert, Trisha prepares individual apple galettes, a simple yet elegant dessert that is easy to make with a store-bought pie crust and fresh apples. As the galettes cool in the oven, Trisha and her guests reflect on the importance of community and their role as performers in bringing people together.

Throughout the episode, Trisha, Jason, and Amanda showcase their culinary and musical talents, while also exploring the deeper themes of family, community, and creativity that connect them all. "Heating Up with Jason Isbell and Amanda Shires" is a heartwarming and entertaining episode that will leave viewers both hungry for more delicious southern food and inspired by the power of music and friendship.