Easter Celebration

S03 E01 • Saturday, Apr 3, 2004 • Apr 3 • 30m

Giada celebrates Easter with friends, by preparing a simply delicious spread of traditional Italian dishes. Recipes include: Lentil Soup, Tomatoes Suffed with Rice and Grilled Lamb Chops.

Easter Celebration

S03 E02 • Monday, Apr 2, 2007 • Apr 2 • 30m

It's no secret that Giada's one true obsession is chocolate, and nothing highlights the sinful goodness of chocolate more than Italian desserts. Giada's recipes for Chocolate-Hazelnut Kisses, Chocolate Zabaglione, Chocolate Tiramisu, and Affogato will make a Chocoholic out of you!

Chocolate

S03 E03 • Sunday, Oct 21, 2007 • Oct 21 • 30m

Perhaps no one enjoys outdoor dining quite as much as the Italians. Giada shares a special grilling menu with her friends that brings the flavors of Italy right to her own backyard. Recipes prepared include: Panzanella, Grilled Vegetables, Steak Florentine, and Grilled Peaches with Mascarpone Cheese

Al Fresco Dining

S03 E04 • Tuesday, Apr 24, 2007 • Apr 24 • 30m

Going to a pot-luck dinner party and don't know what to bring? Don't fret, Giada shows you several tantalizing dishes that are easy to make, easy to transport, and will definitely please the crowd. Dishes include: Tomato Vegetable Casserole, Creamy Ricotta with Pine Nuts and Roasted Asparagus Wrapped in Prosciutto

Dinner Party Delivery

S03 E05 • Tuesday, Mar 27, 2007 • Mar 27 • 30m

Giada proves that eating your vegetables can truly be a pleasure, as she whips up hearty Italian vegetable dishes that can be the highlight of any meal. Her dishes include: Escarole and Bean Soup, Farro Salad with Tomatoes and Herbs and Pasta Primavera

Italian Vegetables

S03 E06 • Tuesday, Nov 21, 2006 • Nov 21 • 30m

Having a dinner party doesn't have to mean pulling out all the stops and spending an entire day in the kitchen. Giada has some friends over for a casual night of comfort food and lots of fun. They enjoy: Pasta with Pancetta and Tomato Sauce, Wild Mushroom Ravioli with Butter and Parmesan Sauce and Grilled Pineapple with Nutella.

Casual Dinner Party

S03 E07 • Saturday, Dec 23, 2006 • Dec 23 • 30m

Craving Italian food, but don't want to spend hours cooking in the kitchen? Giada's got some delicious dishes, from pasta to shrimp to chicken, that are super quick, super easy and downright good. They include: Chicken Parmesan, Shrimp Fra Diavolo, Lemon Spaghetti and Fusilli with Tuna and Tomato Sauce plus the recipe for Giada's Simple Tomato Sauce

Quick Italian Dishes

S03 E08 • Wednesday, May 9, 2007 • May 9 • 30m

Pasta dishes, stuffed with a lot more than cheese, and bubbling to perfection -- that's what Giada's craving for dinner. She'll show you some of her favorite decadent pastas, perfect for dining with indulgence! Her favorites include: Stuffed Shells with Arrabbiata Sauce, Beef and Cheese Manicotti, and Cheese and Rosemary Breadsticks

Stuffed Pastas

S03 E09 • Wednesday, May 16, 2007 • May 16 • 30m

Giada takes leftovers to new heights -no reheating in the microwave here! These are dishes that you could invite people over for, or simply savor all by yourself. Recipes include: Torta di Pasta, Steak Salad, Basic Polenta, Fried Polenta, Peaches Stuffed with Amaretti Cookies and Simple Tomato Sauce

Lavish Leftovers

S03 E10 • Friday, Nov 23, 2007 • Nov 23 • 30m

Giada's having guests over for lunch, but just because it's the weekend, it doesn't mean she wants to spend the whole day in the kitchen. She prepares some quick, homemade dishes that can satisfy all kinds of cravings including Italian Mixed Salad, Red Wine Vinaigrette, Frittata with Potato and Prosciutto, Cheese Tortellini in Light Broth and Parmesan Crisps.

Weekend Lunch

S03 E11 • Wednesday, Apr 25, 2007 • Apr 25 • 30m

After trying these dishes, you'll feel like your dining at your favorite Italian restaurant. Giada whips up some classic Italian meals in the comfort of her own kitchen - all the fancy restaurant flavor without the fancy restaurant prices. Meals include: Veal Marsala, Fried Calamari, and Fettuccine Alfredo.

Italian Restaurant Classics

S03 E12 • Wednesday, Mar 28, 2007 • Mar 28 • 30m

Giada puts the possibilities of Pesto sauce to the test, creating a whole menu with several delicious variations. And she tops it all off with a yummy dessert! Giada makes: Grilled Chicken with Spinach and Pine Nut Pesto, Penne with Sun-dried Tomato Pesto, Mushroom Pesto Crostini and Toasted Pound Cake with Mascarpone and Amaretto.

Power of Pesto

S03 E13 • Thursday, Apr 19, 2007 • Apr 19 • 30m

Giada and her friends get ready for an afternoon outdoors. They prepare a quick but lavish spread, that's easy to pack up and carry to their favorite picnic spot. Picnic foods include: Caponata Picnic Sandwiches, Veronica's Potato Salad, and Summer Fruit with Wine and Mint.

Italian Picnic

S03 E14 • Tuesday, Apr 10, 2007 • Apr 10 • 30m