Rachael Ray's Meals in Minutes

Rachael embraces the Italian tradition of cucina povera, where nothing goes to waste. She crafts a delicious Tuscan-style meatloaf served over crispy roasted potatoes. To complement the dish, John stirs up a "Siena Sour," and Maria bakes a decadent ricotta cake with fruit for dessert.

Rachael reinvents chili by combining lamb and beef chorizo for a bold, hearty twist on the classic. John shakes things up with his margarita creation, the Amaro-Rita, while Maria bakes a savory scallion and black pepper cornbread to complete the meal.

Rachael turns pantry staples into a flavorful feast, starting with roasted potatoes, broccoli, garlic, and tomatoes. She then seasons and sears skirt steaks to perfection. John complements the meal with his rich and indulgent chocolate Negroni cocktail.

Rachael and her sister Maria, joined by friends Leida and Vina, cook up a feast in Rachael's Tuscan kitchen. They kick things off with a hearty white bean soup, followed by fritters served with a tangy yogurt and feta dip. For the grand finale, they make a rich, flaky baklava for dessert.

Rachael serves up one of her classic brunch dishes: savory chicken meatballs with oatmeal, topped with raisins, pine nuts, and honey. Maria bakes warm cinnamon-sugar twists, while John mixes up a refreshing Sgroppino cocktail with Prosecco and lemon sorbet.

Rachael cooks up all of John's favorite dishes, starting with her spicy-sweet Bucatini all'Amatriciana, a pasta dish inspired by her mother's "all'America" recipe. She pairs it with a comforting side of wilted greens, Borlotti beans, and cured pork. John rounds out the meal with a twist on a Negroni, using artichoke liqueur for a unique sweet and sour flavor.

Rachael shows the ultimate way to beat the winter chill with her irresistible Italian brisket.