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Season 1 – Kelsey's Essentials

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On the fourth season of "The Next Food Network Star," Kelsey Nixon was voted Fan Favorite and was a finalist among those hoping to earn his or her own cooking show. Although she didn't win that competition, her persistence paid off, as the broadcast journalist-turned-culinary artist hosts this series designed to provide the next generation of food lovers with essential kitchen techniques. Kelsey shares her list of must-have pantry items and useful gadgets, and provides tips on everything from roasting to baking, to guide viewers through the creation of extraordinary dishes.

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Kelsey's Essentials — Season 1

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Kelsey Nixon

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Episode 1 Aired Nov 6, 2010 Fresh Pasta Hand-cut cannelloni with luscious Italian sausage; spinach and ricotta in a simple red sauce; fettuccine with savory yellow squash and parmesan-lemon cream sauce. Details Episode 2 Aired Nov 13, 2010 Roasting The basics of roasting; tender chicken roasted in lemon; savory rice pilaf; sweet hazelnut roll. Details Episode 3 Aired Nov 20, 2010 Easy as Pie Banana caramel cream pie; fresh peach and cream pie. Details Episode 4 Aired Nov 27, 2010 Quick Breads Crusty buttery pull-apart rolls; sweet pecan cinnamon rolls drizzled with a gooey glaze; fresh lemon blueberry muffins; a flaky bacon, cheddar and chive biscuit. Details Episode 5 Aired Dec 4, 2010 Entertaining A luscious pork roast made with a spicy Mexican-inspired corn; a decadent chocolate/peanut butter dessert. Details Episode 6 Aired Dec 11, 2010 Sauces The best mac and cheese ever, made with a bacon and creamy béchamel sauce; a pan seared pork tenderloin drizzled with a rosemary balsamic and orange sauce. Details Episode 7 Aired Dec 18, 2010 Food Gifts Cherry pie in a jar; vanilla almonds; vanilla sugar; homemade salted caramel sauce with caramelitas. Details Episode 8 Aired Dec 18, 2010 Eggs A flavorful frittata made with red bliss potatoes, basil, tomatoes and cheese; poached eggs with bacon in a savory, frisee salad; a luscious lemon curdtart topped with fresh berries. Details Episode 9 Aired Jan 8, 2011 Fall Pantry Roasted rosemary turkey breast with a pomegranate quinoa pilaf; rustic vegetable soup; a bubbly apple crisp. Details Episode 10 Aired Jan 15, 2011 Kelsey's Favorites Sesame ginger salmon en papillote; a tangy and creamy lemon basil orzotto; a sumptuous honey glazed apple and pear tart. Details Episode 11 Aired Jan 22, 2011 Knife Skills A perfectly chopped cobb salad topped with roquefort dressing; a fragrant French onion soup; a shortcake filled with sweet, delicate strawberries. Details Episode 12 Aired Jan 29, 2011 Stews A savory sausage, bacon and duck confit; chicken cacciatore flavored with onion, mushrooms, red peppers and garlic; steamy fish stew or bouillabaisse featuring clams, mussels and shrimp. Details Episode 13 Aired Feb 5, 2011 Cast Iron Skillet Cumin scallops seared to perfection for tacos with tomatillo guacamole; crispy-bottom skillet corn cakes with bacon; skillet blueberry cobbler. Details

Season Info

Network
Cooking Channel
Rating
TV-G
Genre
Special Interest
Original Language
English
Release Date
Nov 6, 2010