Advertisement

Kitchen Boss

  • 2011-2012
  • 2 seasons
  • TLC
  • Comedy, Talk & Interview

Buddy takes famous home recipes and gives them a twist to become easiers to cook and more pleasing to eat.

Season 2 Episode Guide

40 Episodes 2012

Episode 1

Market Fresh

Tue, Jan 31, 2012 21 mins

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.

Kitchen Boss Season 2 Market Fresh

Episode 2

Italian Classics

Wed, Feb 1, 2012 21 mins

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.

Kitchen Boss Season 2 Italian Classics

Episode 3

Buddy's Bachelor Night

21 mins

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.

Kitchen Boss Season 2 Buddy's Bachelor Night
Advertisement

Episode 4

Buddy's Asian Spin

Fri, Feb 3, 2012 21 mins

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.

Kitchen Boss Season 2 Buddy's Asian Spin

Episode 5

Aunt Anna's Visit

Tue, Feb 7, 2012 21 mins

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.

Kitchen Boss Season 2 Aunt Anna's Visit

Episode 6

Soup & Sandwiches

Thu, Feb 2, 2012 21 mins

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.

Kitchen Boss Season 2 Soup & Sandwiches

Episode 7

Fair Is Fowl

Fri, Feb 10, 2012 21 mins

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.

Kitchen Boss Season 2 Fair Is Fowl

Episode 8

Valentine Bistro at Home

Tue, Feb 14, 2012 21 mins

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

Kitchen Boss Season 2 Valentine Bistro at Home

Episode 9

Take Out Made Fresh

Wed, Feb 15, 2012 21 mins

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!

Kitchen Boss Season 2 Take Out Made Fresh

Episode 10

All in the Wrist

Thu, Feb 16, 2012 21 mins

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.

Kitchen Boss Season 2 All in the Wrist

Episode 11

Seaside Favorites

Fri, Feb 17, 2012 21 mins

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.

Kitchen Boss Season 2 Seaside Favorites

Episode 12

Mexican Fiesta

Tue, Feb 21, 2012 21 mins

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!

Kitchen Boss Season 2 Mexican Fiesta

Episode 13

Mainly Meat

Wed, Feb 22, 2012 21 mins

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.

Kitchen Boss Season 2 Mainly Meat

Episode 14

Beans Baby

Thu, Feb 23, 2012 21 mins

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.

Kitchen Boss Season 2 Beans Baby

Episode 15

Comfort Food

Fri, Feb 24, 2012 21 mins

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.

Kitchen Boss Season 2 Comfort Food

Episode 16

Cooking for a Crowd

Mon, Feb 27, 2012 21 mins

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.

Kitchen Boss Season 2 Cooking for a Crowd

Episode 17

Everything from Scratch

Tue, Feb 28, 2012 21 mins

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.

Episode 18

Picky Eaters

Wed, Feb 29, 2012 21 mins

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

Episode 19

Mediterranean Flavors

Thu, Mar 1, 2012 21 mins

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.

Episode 20

Buddy's Dream Meal

Fri, Mar 2, 2012

Episode 21

Episode #2.21

Mon, Mar 5, 2012

Episode 22

All in the Family

Tue, Mar 6, 2012 21 mins

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.

Episode 23

Pizza Buffet

Wed, Mar 7, 2012 21 mins

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!

Episode 24

Feast of the Fishes

Thu, Mar 8, 2012 21 mins

Episode 25

Chocolate

Fri, Mar 9, 2012 21 mins

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.

Episode 26

Sweet and Savory

Mon, Mar 12, 2012 21 mins

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.

Episode 27

Pig Feast

Tue, Mar 13, 2012 21 mins

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.

Episode 28

Sunday Supper

Wed, Mar 14, 2012 21 mins

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.

Episode 29

Cooking with Wine

Thu, Mar 15, 2012 21 mins

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.

Episode 30

Brunch

Fri, Mar 16, 2012 21 mins

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.

Episode 31

Party Bites

Mon, Mar 19, 2012 21 mins

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!

Episode 32

Light & Airy

Tue, Mar 20, 2012 21 mins

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.

Episode 33

Decadent Dinner

Thu, Mar 22, 2012 21 mins

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.

Episode 34

Rome Anniversary

Fri, Mar 23, 2012 21 mins

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.

Episode 35

Sausage Show

Mon, Mar 26, 2012 21 mins

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

Episode 36

Viewer Requests

Tue, Mar 27, 2012 21 mins

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.

Episode 37

Mardi Gras

Wed, Mar 28, 2012 21 mins

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.

Episode 38

Father P's Favorites

Thu, Mar 29, 2012 21 mins

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

Episode 39

Rustic Italian with Lidia Bastianich

Fri, Mar 30, 2012

Episode 40

Mother's Day

Mon, Apr 2, 2012 21 mins

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.

Advertisement