Kitchen Boss

Theres nothing better than vegetables fresh from the farmers market to add some tasty zing to your dishes. Buddy cooks up some of his family favorites like cavatappi with roasted cauliflower and tomatoes, and a creamy whole wheat vegetable lasagna.

Food, family, love -- now thats Italian. Buddy and his sister Madeline cook their family favorites: a veal chop parmesan, a traditional ceaser salad, spinach and artichoke stuffed shells and for dessert, it's Madeline's favorite - ice cream tiramisu.

Buddy is whipping up some his favorite dishes for Cousin Anthony & Maurizio. On the menu are finger licking buffalo wings with a gorgonzola dip, sweet barbecue ribs, oven fries with homemade ketchup and a man-sized ice cream sundae with hazlenut crunch.

Buddy loves to step out of the box to try new things. Today it's Asian Buddy style with a fresh tuna tartare with crispy wontons, a delicious macadamia crusted mahi mahi, garlic-ginger spinach and for dessert, homemade coconut tapioca pudding.

Buddy makes some of his familys favorite comfort foods with his Auntie Anna and Uncle Cosmo like his bruschetta with olives, tomates and capers and his mamas chicken soup. Meanwhile Auntie Anna makes her famous frittata with onions and peppers.

Theres nothing more satisfying than a delicious soup and a great sandwich. Today, Buddy making a soup and sandwich fiesta with: minestrone and turkey-artichoke panini, french onion soup with croque monsierus and a New Jersey clam chowder with a BLT.

Today, Buddy is taking the boring out of poultry! Nothing gets his mouth watering like his tamari and garlic chicken with coconut rice or his sausage-stuffed turkey rollatini. And you won't want to miss how to make his chicken francaise.

It's Valentines Day! Buddy turns his kitchen into a French Bistro when he and Mauro make a feast for their special girls, Lisa and Madeline. On the menu: steak au poivre, frisee salad with pancetta and poached egg, a delicious potato gratin and eclairs

One of Buddy's favorite take out meals is Chinese food, and today he shows you how to make take out at home. Buddy makes salt and pepper shrimp, delicious pork potstickers with dipping sauce, beef with bok choy and, of course, fried rice Buddy-style!

Today, Buddy has his brother-in-law Joey for some extra muscle to help whip up a decadent menu that includes beef and mushroom risotto, a green salad with apples and parmesan crisps and a dessert rugelach just like they make it at the bakery.

Today Buddy cooks up his seaside favorites for his two favorite Frankies - his uncle and cousin. On the menu is blue fish with garlic, onion and tomatoes, linguini and clams, sea robin soup with orzo and a dreamy strawberry shortcake.

Today, Buddy and his two favorite Lisa's; his wife and his sister, go south of the border. This Mexian fiesta includes sizzling steak fajitas with roasted tomato salsa, double decker quesadillas and decadent churros with chili chocolate sauce. Ole!

Buddy shows you how to bring the steakhouse home. On the menu, hes making an Iceberg Wedge with Gorgonzola, a hearty Rib-eye Steak and Sauce with a side of Creamed Spinach and crispy Buttermilk Onion Rings.

Looking for a cheap and easy way to get protein in your diet? Buddy shows us the versatility of rich, protein-filled beans with his White Bean Bruschetta, Pasta and Ceci Bean Soup, and finally Pasta with Cannellini Beans and Sausage.

Buddys sister, Grace, stops by to show off her famous meatloaf, while Buddy adds a few of his own staples: Mashed Potatoes and the Ultimate Mac n Cheese. And for a perfect ending to such a comfortable day, dig in to this dreamy Apple Crisp a la Mode.

Buddys cousin, Vinny, and sister-in-law, Daniella, are coming over for dinner! Today, hes making a light Pasta Salad with Chickpeas and Olives, an Italian Sausage Boil with Asiago-Garlic Bread, and a mean Dark Chocolate Bread Pudding.

Mozzarella is staple in Italian food, and Buddys father-in-law, Mauro, has been making it from scratch for years. Today, we're learning to make fresh mozz for Buddy's Bocconcini in Herbs and Oil, his Tuscan Tri-Colored Salad, and his savory Frittelle.

When kids dont want to eat whats good for them, its time to get creative. With the help of his three kids, Buddy whips up some of his kids favorites like Baked Chicken Fingers with Curly Fries, Mama's Broccoli and Garlic, and Pastina with Cream Cheese

If you cant make it down to Bourbon Street this year, Buddys got some recipes that will bring the party home! Try the Oysters Rockefeller, Buddys Muffuletta, Seafood & Sausage Gumbo to start, and finish off with a traditional Kings Cake.

Buddy is sharing his favorites today! First, a light Pasta with Chickpeas followed by some hearty Stuffed Pork Chops. And for dessert, Buddys wife, Lisa, stops by to make her quick and delicious Pudding Pie.

Buddy is preparing meals from his mothers native town of Altamura, Italy with the help of his Aunt Laura and Uncle Max. Today, we're making fresh Stuffed Focaccia, Mussels with Potatoes and Rice and Shrimp and Zucchini withFarfalle.

Everyone in the Valastro family has a specialty, and today, Buddys sisters are coming over to share theirs. Madeline makes her Champagne Mussels and Linguine, while Mary makes her Beef Tenderloin. Lisa and Grace also show us some of their specialties.

Pizza night is getting an upgrade! Buddys cousins, Mark and Vinny, come by and lend a hand to make some tasty and unique pizza recipes that are sure to be a hit!

Buddys Aunt Nina is coming over to help make some authentic Italian dishes from the sea. Zuppa di Baccala, Insalata di Frutti di Mare, Crispy Fried Smelts are some of Buddys favorites straight from Italy.

Tune in for some great chocolate recipes from the Cake Boss himself. The Black Forest Roulade and Chocolate Creme Brulee will have your mouth watering. Plus, Mauro and Joey join in to make some decadent Chocolate Profiteroles.

Buddy is sharing his pastry tips with his Pepperoni & Mozzarella Quiche and his Bleu Cheese Gougeres with Arugula & Pear Salad. Then Buddys sister, Mary, comes over to learn how Buddy makes these sweet Lemon & Raspberry Napoleons.

Join Buddy and the guys as they chow down on some delicious pork recipe. Grilled Bacon-Wrapped Scallops, South Jersey Pulled Pork, and Country-Style Pork with White Beans make this one hearty meal.

Buddy continues his familys Sunday supper tradition by serving up Mamas Roast Beef with Onion Gravy, Two Potato and Leek Gratin, and Marys Pasta and Broccoli. Later, Buddys wife, Sister, Mary, and Brother-in-law, Joe, come to help Buddy chow down.

Todays dishes feature a little wine in your glass and on your plate. Buddy prepares some classics like Coq au Vin and a Watercress Salad with Port-Braised Figs. Later, his friends stop by to help to pair each dish with its ideal complimentary wine.

Buddys up early to prepare a fabulous Sunday Brunch for his family. When the kids wake up hell have the table set with Country Biscuits and Ham, Hash Browns with Eggs, A Melon Salad with Honey and Mint Dressing, and some Funny Face Pancakes.

The best way to entertain is to be sure youve got time to actually talk with your guests! Today, Buddy shows you some of his favorite recipes that are so simple and delicious, you won't have to worry about being in the kitchen when your guests arrive!

Who says eating light has to be boring? Buddy and his cousin, Vinny, are putting together some appetizing, calorie-friendly dishes that are sure to be a hit with the weight-conscience. And you wont want to miss his light and airy dessert.

Buddys pulling out all the stops and making a meal worthy of a five-star restaurant. Bresola, Oven-Braised Short Ribs, Cheesy Polenta, and a Chocolate Orange Budini will leave you so satisfied youll be glad you never had to leave the house.

Buddys feeling nostalgic for Rome, so hes treating his friends and family to some authentic, Roman-inspired dishes. His Stracciatelli Soup, Pizza Bianca, and Shrimp Catalan will bring a one-of-a-kind Roman dining experience to anyones home.

Its nothing but sausage today from start to finish. Buddys cousin, Max, is coming over to show him how to make homemade sausage.

Its your turn to take over Buddys kitchen! Viewers from across the country sent their recipes to Buddy and hes making his four favorites: Stuffed Hot Peppers, Moroccan Braised Chicken, Potato & Carrot Cakes, and Nanas Shortbread.

Buddy is dishing up some authentic Mediterranean fare with his Roasted Branzino with a Salt Crust followed by a Spanish-Style Paella. Then Buddys good friend comes over to give Buddy the secrets to his Mediterranean Green Bean Salad.

Buddys preparing his close friend, Father Ps favorite foods today. He is making Seared Scallops in Lemon Butter, Stuffed Leg of Lamb, and Polenta with Portabella Mushrooms. Plus, Father P has a delicious Cheesecake recipe to share with Buddy in return.

These recipes will really show your mother that you care. Buddy treats the women in his life to a special meal of their favorites: Breaded Rack of Lamb, Minted Peas with Prosciutto, Cappellini with Crab Rose Sauce, and Tiramisu.

The queen of Italian cooking joins Buddy in the Kitchen today. Lidia Bastianich shares her Flounder Rollatini with Zucchini & Anchovies, Italian-American Shrimp, and Chocolate Bread Parfait for a perfect Rustic Italian meal.