

Respect the Ingredients
Season eight of LIDIA'S KITCHEN: REFLECTING AND RECONNECTING features stories that shaped Lidia Bastianich as a person and as a chef. Throughout the 26-part series, Lidia shares anecdotes and recipes from her childhood, when times were sometimes challenging, but happy and fulfilling.

Respect the Ingredients
Season 11 Episode 1124 | 26m 46s | CC
It's always best to let quality ingredients speak for themselves. And today is no different with Lidia’s Steamed Broccoli, Cannellini & Egg Salad, a simple, nourishing recipe great for lunch or a light dinner. Then, there’s Skillet Tuna with Eggplant and Zucchini in Puttanesca Sauce which is an inspired take on the classic bold spicy sauce. Remember to listen to the ingredients - the Lidia way!
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