Giada makes Penne a la Carbonara, Spaghetti with Garlic, Olive Oil, and Red Pepper Flakes, and a White Bean Tuna Salad

Straight From The Pantry

Giada makes spaghetti with clams, orecchiette with toasted breadcrumbs, and farfalle with turkey sausage, peas and mushrooms

Quick Pasta Classics

Giada makes her favorite soul soothers, including Veal Milanese, Warm Chocolate Cakes with Berries, and Baked Rigatoni with Bechamel Sauce, to share with her friends.

Comfort Food

Giada makes a Spinach and Mushroom Ravioli, Clams Oreganata, and Individual Strawberry Truffles. This is a meal to be enjoyed with all of your senses

Romantic Meal

Giada shares with us slow-cooked dishes, including Osso Buco, Tiramisu, and Roasted Potatoes, Carrots, Parsnips and Brussel Sprouts.

All Day Sunday

Giada makes these Italian American classics –Eggplant Rollatini and Penne with Turkey Meatballs.

Italian American Night

Giada shares two of her favorite seafood dishes from Sicily –Grilled Tuna with Basil Pesto and Scampi on Couscous with a Crusty Garlic and Herb Bread

Seafood Feast

Giada makes Prosciutto Purses, Tomato, Mozzarella and Basil Bruschetta, Olive and Sun Dried Tomato Tapenade with Endive Leaves, and Espresso Granada with Whipped Cream.

Cocktail Party

Giada makes Seared Rib-Eye Steak with Arugula and Roasted Pepper Salad, Chicken Piccata, Broccoli and Green Beans, and Ricotta with Honey and Raspberries.

Weekend Dinner

Giada makes: Classic Italian Lasagna, Individual Vegetable Lasagnas, and Simple Tomato Sauce.

All About Lasagna

Giada makes Pumpkin Ravioli with Sage and Toasted Hazelnuts, Spaghetti with Olives and Tomato Sauce, and Pizza di Spaghetti.

Pasta Primer

In Nonna's Kitchen

Polenta Party

Antipasta Party

A fresh and simple way to satisfy the appetite is with a delicious seafood dish. Giada shows us easy, light and hearty seafood dinners that will definitely satisfy any appetite including Grilled Swordfish with Lemon, Mint and Basil, Spaghetti with Arugula Pesto and Seared Jumbo Shrimp, and Roasted Red Snapper with Rosemary

Seafood Delights

Sometimes there's nothing more comforting than a dish you can make by throwing everything into a pot and letting it bubble into a sumptuous delight. Giada indulges in some of her favorite, simple one-pot meals including Mussels, Clams, and Shrimp in Spicy Broth, Winter Minestrone, and Chicken Stew

One Pot Meals

Giada's having friends over for brunch, and picks her favorite sweet and savory Italian recipes that are full of flavor. They look and taste surprisingly fancy considering how easy they are to make. The recipes Giada makes include: Frittata with Asparagus, Tomato and Fontina, Crostata with Raspberry Jam, Bruschetta with Ricotta and Marmalade, and Raspberry Bellini

Brunch

Giada prepares a special birthday dinner for one of her friends and everyone is invited. She makes some simple dishes that are reason in themselves to celebrate. No presents required. Just an appetite. Recipes prepared include: Grilled Seafood Salad, Salmon Baked in Foil, Profiteroles with Ricotta Mascarpone

Birthday Party

Forget the cocktail parties, and the pot-luck suppers, how about a dessert party where you can goof on all your favorite rich, decadent sweets? Giada makes a complete dessert party menu, with none of the fuss, and all of the pleasure.  Her menu includes: Chocolate Amaretti Cake, Pine Nut Cookies, Panna Cotta with Fresh Berries and a Cheese Course.

Dessert Party

The highlights of any holiday gathering are often the side dishes that allow you indulge in a variety of delicious flavors. Giada prepares some of her family favorites including Stuffed Mushrooms, Raffy's Turkey Sausage with Chestnut Stuffing, Brussels Sprouts with Pancetta, Polenta with Gorgonzola Cheese, with her Aunt Raffy.

Holiday Side Dishes

Giada invites her friends over for the holidays and proves that you can create an elegant menu full of delicious things without any stress.  Giada's menu includes: Braciole, Sauteed Broccoli Rabe, Holiday Salad, and Prosciutto-Wrapped Breadsticks.

Holiday Dinner Party

This episode is full of sandwiches you can really sink your teeth into. Giada spends the day in the kitchen with her family, turning classic Italian sandwiches into elegant, decadent meals. Together they make: Panino alla Margherita, Panino di Prosciutto e Fontina, Italian Egg Sandwich, Nutella Sandwich, Strawberry Bruschetta, and a Sweet Pepper Crostini.

Sandwiches

Everyone loves pasta, but sometimes it can be too heavy and rich for a weeknight dinner. Giada shares some of her favorite pasta dishes that are extremely light, but still full of flavor including Spaghettini with Checca Sauce, Orecchiette with Turkey Sausage and Brocolli Rabe, and Penne with Vodka Sauce.

Light Pasta Classics

Who needs to go out for dinner and a movie, when you can indulge in it at home? Giada and her friends hunker down for a cozy night of Hollywood classics, and classic casual Italian food including Roasted Chicken with Balsamic Vinaigrette, Roasted Baby Potatoes with Herbs, White Bean Dip with Pita Chips and Peppercorn with Rosemay infused Oil

Dinner And A Movie

Giada and her family share their all-time favorite Italian recipes, cooking together in the kitchen and tasting the foods that bring back special memories. 

Giada makes Chicken Saltimbocca, Spaghetti with Asparagus, Smoked Mozzarella and Prosciutto, and Peas and Prosciutto

Family Favorites

Who knew risotto could be so easy to make, and that there could be so many variations? Giada takes us from dinner, to dessert, to a late night snack, with this great Italian classic.   Her recipes include: Mushroom Risotto with Peas, Arancini di Riso, Rice Pudding with Vanilla Bean, Orange, and Rum, and Risotto al Salto.

Risotto Cravings

Giada shows you how to have a great party with plenty of delicious little Italian antipasti dishes to nibble on.  Giada makes Mini Turkey Meatballs, Stuffed Artichokes and an Antipasta Platter

Antipasti Party

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

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!

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

Chocolate

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

Al Fresco Dining

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

Dinner Party Delivery

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.

Italian Vegetables

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

Casual Dinner Party

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

Quick Italian Dishes

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

Stuffed Pastas

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.

Lavish Leftovers

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.

Weekend Lunch

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.

Italian Restaurant Classics

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.

Power of Pesto

Italian Picnic

Giada puts a delicious Italian spin on this American classic. She'll wow her friends with grilled tuna burgers, and deep fried, melting mozzarella sticks. A side of Iceberg Wedges with a dressing rounds out this fun Italian-American spread. Her recipes include: Mozzerella Sticks, Beef Burgers with Mushrooms and Aioli, Tuna Burgers with Tapenade and Iceburg Wedges with Pancetta Grogonzola Dressing.

Burgers and Fries

Giada throws the perfect al fresco party for her friends. It's summer entertaining at its best when Giada sears an entire meal on the grill: Grilled Lamb with Salsa Verde, Grilled Lettuces, Grilled Portobello Mushrooms with Tomatoes and Fresh Mozzarella, and Grilled Summer Fruit.

Grilling Show

Giada makes unique Italian salads that are anything but boring.

Italian Salads

Giada gets cozy with a stove top covered in soups and rustic stews.

Soups and Stews

Giada shows how to prepare simple yet balanced rustic Italian dishes.

Rustic Italian

Giada creates an inspiring menu from the land of sunshine and romance.

Under the Tuscan Sun

Giada takes some of her favorites and invites her friends over. From mini-meatball heroes, to mile-high muffulettas stuffed with cured meats and olives, to crunchy grilled vegetable paninis with pesto. You'll want them for breakfast, lunch and dinner!

More Sandwiches

Giada revisits some of her favorite dishes from her childhood in Rome.

Back to Rome

Giada prepares her viewers' most requested dishes.

Viewer Request

Giada invites a few friends over for a dinner with a spicy bite.

Hot and Spicy

Giada takes dinner from delicious to dazzling with marinades and sauces.

Marinades and Sauces

Giada serves up the perfect dinner party meal with an Italian Seafood Boil.

Italian Seafood Boil

Giada shares time in the kitchen with the women in her family.

Italian Ladies

Giada makes an all-time, kid-friendly favorite - pizza!  Her recipes include: Italian American Cookie Sandwiches, Little Thimbles Sciue Sciue, Marinara Sauce, Pizza with Fresh Tomatoes and Basil, and Pizzaa with Pineapple and Ham.

Cooking For Kids

Giada pays tribute to some classic Southern American dishes. A creamy "dirty risotto," rich but light lemony fried chicken, and bread pudding made with panettone bread that's drizzled with amaretto sauce. This is truly food for the Italian soul.

Italian Southern Comfort

Giada prepares an indulgent breakfast of baked french toast made with slices of eggy sweet panettone bread. She'll teach you how to make the perfect Nectarine and Blueberry Amaretti Crisp. For something a bit lighter icy lemon ricotta granita.

Simply Sweet

Nothing is more precious to the Italian cook than olive oil. Giada will prepare some of her favorite dishes that showcase the exquisite taste of this liquid gold. Almond citrus olive oil cake, grilled shrimp with arugula mushroom salad, and spaghetti with sauteed onions, feta and herbs.

Olive Oil Crush

Giada and her family love to celebrate Thanksgiving, but they've put Italian twists on the American favorites. From Butternut Squash Lasagna, to Roast Turkey with Herbs de Provence and Citrus, to a stuffing made with ciabatta bread, chestnuts and pancetta.

Italian Thanksgiving

For her Italian Cookie Swap party, Giada will prepare some of her favorite holiday cookies. She'll bake Chocolate Citrus Biscotti and Hazelnut Chocolate Chip Cookies. For something unique, she'll deep fry flaky Venetian fritters.

Italian Cookie Swap

Giada's got some great pasta dishes that are tossed with flavorful ingredients. Farfalle with Asparagus and Mushrooms, Angel Hair with Sun Dried Tomatoes and Goat Cheese and Fresh Fettuccine with Roasted Chicken and Broccoli Rabe.

No Sauce Pastas

A creamy farmer’s pasta dish with ricotta, parmesan and pancetta. Filet Mignon with a sweet balsamic syrup and melted goat cheese. And for dessert, a decadent chocolate ricotta pudding with strawberry sauce. It’s gooey and oh so good!

Gooey Good Food

Giada creates a whole meal with roasted delights. Pork loin with sweet figs and port, roasted fennel with Parmesan cheese, and a luscious dessert of sugary roasted pears with vanilla ice cream. This is a meal you'll make again and again.

Roasting Show

Giada's got simple, sure-fire recipes that will be easy to whip up in the kitchen: Linguine with chicken ragu. Endive and Frisee Salad with Blood Oranges and Hazelnuts. An Italian egg soup. And Macerated Berries with Sweet Mascarpone Cream.

First Time Dinner Party

Giada shows you how Italians use them in all sorts of delicious recipes. Cheese Filled Egg Crepes with Marinara Sauce, a Breakfast Scramble of Eggs, Orzo, Pancetta and Asparagus, and for something sweet, Ricotta Cheesecake with Honey.

Eggilicious

From Chicken Marsala with Mustard and Mascarpone, to a colorful Beet and Goat Cheese Salad to Sea Bass with Ginger and Wilted greens. Giada's Italian dishes are a delicious fusion of world flavors.

Italian Fusion

Giada shows you some sneaky side steps that will save you tons of time in the kitchen, without losing the flavorful results. Ravioli with a Creamy Tomato Sauce and Herbed Goat Cheese, Raspberry Tiramisu. And a Campari Spritzer is a perfect cocktail.

Lazy Days

In California, what can be more al fresco than having an Italian feast right on the beach! Giada’s packing up lots of great make-ahead dishes, including Grilled Chicken with Basil Dressing, Orzo Salad, Curly Endive, Prosciutto and Mozzarella on Bruschetta and Italian S’mores!

Beach Party

Giada's making a meny of hearty foods to refuel you. First is Chicken Tetrazzini and a side of Broccoli. And for dessert Giada's preparing a light and festive Raspberry Almond Tart that's a breeze to make.

Foods that Refuel

The big game is this weekend and Giada invites her friends over for a fun party filled with Italian finger foods. Hearty crowd-pleasers that will get the game going.   Recipes include: Sundried Tomato Kebabs, Cheese and Spinach Puff Pastry Pockets, Steak Sandwiches and Italian-Style Baked Beans

Game Night

Here’s a menu that’s perfect for a night in with the girls: Pancetta and Parmesan Torte is Giada’s version of a classic quiche. Her White Fish with Lemon Vinaigrette is delicious. And for something dazzling - Prosecco Fruit Gelatin.

Girls Night In

Today, Giada is stirring a pot of Spicy Bean Soup, baking up a tray of Spicy Italian Corn Bread and making a mug of Spicy Mocha that’s topped with an espresso cocoa whipped cream. She’ll pack this up for a picnic on the beach with her husband.

Spicy Comfort

There's nothing more romantic than a dinner you create for that someone special, and Giada's got the perfect menu. Thin slices of steak Carpaccio, some red wine risotto and red raspberry cream cupcakes. These recipes are so good they may just heat up your love life.

Romantic Dinner

Giada's friend is getting married, and to celebrate Giada is hosting a wedding shower. Italian chicken salad in lettuce cups, goat cheese toasts, and for dessert, White Chocolate Hazelnut Tartlets. And to toast the bride-to-be, Giada has a rainbow of different fruit colored Belinis!

Wedding Shower

After a refreshing and nutritious Frozen Fruit and Yogurt Cup, Giada heads to the cookware store and picks out the perfect panini grill to make her unique Prosciutto and Melon Panino. Her sister joins her in the kitchen for a lesson on gnocchis, and the perfect sauce to go with it.

Personal Day

Some off the best Italian dishes are the meaty ones. Veal Scaloppini with Saffron Cream Sauce, Chicken Vesuvio and Rigatoni with Steak Sauce. Meaty Italian meals show off some of Italy’s finest flavors – and you can be sure your guests won’t leave hungry.

Meaty Italian Meals

Giada lightens up Italian classics. And she’ll do an Italian wine 101 to go with the recipes for Prosciutto-Wrapped Crudite, Spaghetti with Swiss Chard and Pecorino, Broiled Salmon with Herb Mustard Glaze

The Lighter Side of Italian

Parties are a great way to catch up with friends and make new ones! Giada’s got some recipes that are the perfect finger food, like Beef Crostini with Red Pepper Mayonnaise, Italian Quesadillas and Artichoke Pesto Torta. Everyone is going to eat well and have a blast.

Meet and Mingle

Giada makes Seared Shrimp in Endive Leaves with Parsley Sauce, Halibut with a Balsamic Glaze, and Swordfish Milanese.  Three dishes that showcase the beautiful flavors of the Italian coast.

Light and Healthy Seafood Dishes

Giada prepares one of her clients favorite menus: Creamy Red Pepper Soup, Parmesean Crusted Pork Chops, Anytime Vegetable Salad, and Orange Segments with Berries and Balsamic Cream.

Personal Chef

Giada hosts a wine tasting party complete with dishes to match.  Giada prepares Salami Crisps with Sour Cream and Basil, Parmesean Tortilla Crisps, Swordfish Spiedini, and Rack of Lamb with Mint-Basil Pesto.

Wine Tasting Party

Giada takes your favorite Italian American dishes and makes them more elegant and tasty including Lasagna Rolls, Fried Zucchini and Italian Doughnuts

Italian Fast Food

Giada makes simple desserts that are easy and fun to make.  The desserts include Mocha Semifreddo, Banana Muffins with Mascarpone Cream Frosting and Nonna's Lemon Ricotta Biscuits

Everyday Desserts

Giada makes an easy dinner menu that won't keep you in the kitchen all day.  Her easy entertaining dishes include Pancetta Wrapped Pork Roast, Mixed Salad, Herbed Polenta and a Hazelnut Crunch

Easy Weekend Entertaining

Giada shows how to make three pasta dishes: Chicken Carbonara, Macaroni and Cheese, and a Baked Angel Hair with Eggplant

Pasta Potluck

Giada puts a spin on classic vegetables.  She makes Baked Squash Gratin, Stuffed Zucchini and Red Bell Peppers, Broccoli Puree, and Rose Wine with Sage and Lemon

Sinful Vegetables

Giada shares her favorite stress free dishes: A Mixed Green Salad with Sherry Vinaigrette, Grilled Bread, Fusilli with Sausage, Artichokes, and Sun Dried Tomatoes, and Angel Food Cake with Espresso Mascarpone Cream

Stress Free Italian

Giada takes the Panini to new heights by putting her own twist on favorite recipes: Tuna and Artichoke Panini, Open Faced PLT, Toasted Ciabatta with Balsamic Syrup, and a Chocolate-Strawberry Panini

Panini Night

Giada shares dishes from her family vacations in Capri including Tuna and Green Bean Salad, Cheese Pizzettes, and Limoncello Cheesecake Squares

Summers In Capri

Giada throws a pizza party with three different pizzas: A Roman Pizza, Mini Shrimp Calzones, and a Chocolate Pizza for dessert

Pizza Party

Giada prepares Italian finger foods including mini pizzas, crunchy parmesan chicken tenders, clams casino, and fried mozzerella

Good Things Come in Small Packages

Giada makes the perfect special dinner for two including Pork Chops alla Pizzaiola, an Italian chopped salad, and Cheesy Baked Mashed Potatoes

Just For Two

Giada prepares bite-sized foods for a party at a clothing store including Crab Salad in Endives, Colorful Mini Italian Club Sandwiches and Bold Espresso Brownies

Fashionable Foods

Giada gets creative with leftovers: Turkey Bolognese in Spaghetti, adds stuffing to meatloaf, and turns mashed potatoes into Eggs in Purgatory

Thanksgiving Leftovers

Giada makes batches of cookies to give as holiday gifts.  The batches include: Florentines, Fig and Walnut Cookies, and Holiday Biscotti.

Holiday Cookies

Giada makes Italian favorites for her friends while they decorate the tree.  She makes them Cioppino Soup, Pizza Blanca, and a Pannetone trifle

Tree Trimming Party

Giada celebrates Halloween with Italian treats: Spaghetti topped with fall harvest flavors, sweet and tart crostatas, candied orange peel, and a coffee drink

Happy Halloween

Giada cooks up comforting Italian dishes including a vegetable soup and simple apple crostatas

Hearty Italian

Giada invites kids to cook with her.  Together they make Pork Chops Milanese, Orzo, Corn on the Cob with Cheese Sauce, and Ice Cream Sundaes

Cook With Your Kids

One of Giada's friends comes to visit for the weekend full of good food.  Giada cooks up a crostini snack for the afternoon, Cipolline Onions with a side of polenta and argula for dinner, and pancakes with an Italian twist for breakfast.

Friend in Town

Everyday Italian is a Food Network show hosted by Giada De Laurentiis. In the show, De Laurentiis focuses for her viewers on traditional Italian cuisine with an American flair, such as herb-crusted lamb and chocolate-ricotta pie.

All Episodes of Everyday Italian

All Episodes of Everyday Italian

Season 1

Straight From The Pantry

Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 6/26/2003

Quick Pasta Classics

Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 7/3/2003

Comfort Food

Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 8/3/2006

Romantic Meal

Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 8/2/2006

All Day Sunday

Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 4/10/2003

Italian American Night

Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 5/29/2003

Seafood Feast

Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 6/28/2003

Cocktail Party

Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 12/30/2006

Weekend Dinner

Season 1 Episode 9 - Aired 8/8/2007

All About Lasagna

Season 1 Episode 10 - Aired 5/16/2006

Pasta Primer

Season 1 Episode 11 - Aired 6/29/2006

In Nonna's Kitchen

Season 1 Episode 12 - Aired 5/10/2006

Polenta Party

Season 1 Episode 13 - Aired 5/3/2006

Antipasta Party

Season 1 Episode 14 - Aired 5/31/2007