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Mar 2023
30m 34s

When You Want To Impress...

Bon Appétit
About this episode

Whitney considers herself a beginner in the kitchen, but her dream is to host a multi-course dinner that will really wow her friends. So, Chris and Shilpa throw some really ambitious recipes her way. Will they be too much or will Whitney rise to the occasion?

Recipes featured in this episode:  Char Siu WellingtonBeef Wellington with Green SauceDuchess Baked Potatoes Pears and Radishes with Gorgonzola and Nori, turmeric-lime chicken with pumpkin seed salsa, Arroz Verde with Spiced Mushrooms, Citrus Caramel Sundae with Toasted Almond

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