Everyday Italian

In this special episode, we learn more about Giada and her family, and how the granddaughter of legendary film producer Dino De Laurentiis became one of the most famous Food TV faces around.

Giada shares some of the foods made by her grandmother: Verdure al Forno, Biscotti a la Parmigiana, and Turkey Tonnato

Giada makes: Baked Polenta, Simple Bolognese, Almond Cake, and Mushroom Ragu.

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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.

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

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.

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.

Giada makes unique Italian salads that are anything but boring.

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.

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.

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.

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!

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.

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

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

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

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

Giada shows you some of the fantastic concoctions Italian street food vendors are able to make.

With spring around the corner Giada gets the cleaning bug, and cleans out her spice rack and creates some flavorful dishes.

Giada sets out to prove that a great Italian meal can be made on the grill.

Giada cooks a light and healthy lunch for her girlfriends.

Giada prepares meals from her favorite Italian trattorias. These family owned and run restaurants prepare flavors from home and hold the key to Italy's best dishes. Recipes: Pork Chops With Fennel and Caper Sauce, Mediterranean Farro Salad, Ricotta Cappuccino.

Giada prepares some of her favorite fast food that will leave your conscience clear and your stomach happy. Recipes: Halibut in Artichoke and Tomato Broth; Parmesan, Broccoli and Cauliflower Salad; Mascarpone With Raspberry and Pineapple.