

Take the Time
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.

Take the Time
Season 12 Episode 1223 | 26m 46s | CC
It’s important to slow down and give cooking the time it deserves. Mussel Bruschetta always makes me think fondly of my long lunches in Fiumicino. Remember that collection of frozen food scraps, water, and time can turn into a rich stock. The fun of this Spicy Lobster Linguine is seeing everyone slowly work through it with their hands…it’s a memory maker! Let the kitchen be your place of peace.
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