Dinner Party Special: Jacques Pépin: More Fast Food My Way | KQED

Minute Recipe: Salmon Mousse. Stuffed Pork Tenderloin and Grape Tomatoes is impressive, but Jacques Pépin shows that making this spinach and cheese stuffed roast doesn't have to be complicated. Setting the stage for a dinner to remember is a simple version of an elegant classic: Cream of Leek and Mushroom Soup. Mini Almond Cakes doused in ruby red Raspberry Sauce crown this special party menu.

[@shay8tification]

The Finest Professor/Instructor Chef on TV(20th century) & Internet (21st Century)

[@vickilindberg6336]

JP is so relaxing. Even my old, curmudgean cat will sit in my lap & snooze while he in on. He gives confidence that you can do it.

[@robertobeltran6116]

From my Early 80s Culinary Arts Industry Beginning Master Chef Jaques Pepin is Been My Inspiration My Favorite and My Mentour Thru all my Respect Career Thanks to all

[@EileenSaunders-f2j]

Jacques Pepin is an absolute darling with no pretensions. M. Pepin j'ai t'aimes beaucoup.

[@allfields]

This show has such late 00's feel. Where TV was still strong and just before the internet really started to take over the culture. My favourite thing about Jacque is he always tells his audience to cook, sit down and eat with their family. Very wholesome

[@London2362]

"My friend Julia always said, 'Taste it, taste it again.' I love that he remembers her (Julia Child) when he's cooking. (11:12)

[@mikerupp2312]

Me as well, my mother started me cooking at 9 yrs. Julia helped we see the wonder in cooking

[@LIZZIE-lizzie]

@ Londo.. Yes, a lovely momento to JULIA CHILD. They were great friends.

[@fifermcgee5971]

What a dual for cooking, they fed off of each other. May she rest in peace.

[@anoobiscooking1193]

My grandma was a julia child fan... haha

[@adampilarski7083]

I came here to say the same thing

[@vincer7824]

“You can use skim-milk but frankly...let’s taste it.” Love it.

[@julieenslow5915]

When he says "fit for a king" it is not just an expression. He has definitely cooked for Kings and Queens, Presidents and Prime Ministers!

[@noctus1409]

Yeah, Jack is quite well known....

[@redmoneylady2213]

Julie Enslow, indeed! And your name is Julie (Similar to Julia). How ironic.♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@julieenslow5915]

@@redmoneylady2213 If only I had her skills!! LoL

[@smzig]

Pretty much. He cooked for 2 french presidents and was at one time offered the job of chef at the White House.

[@julieenslow5915]

@@smzig All true. Plus the Kings and Queens part! Those were usually as guests of the French Presidents, but not all. Our man Jack or Jacques definitely has been around in the top circles!

[@annael87]

This man is living art. A national treasure. Thank you for sharing your art with us Jacques Pepin ♥️

[@ambersullivan9024]

A world treasure.

[@r.g.crawfordm.d.6107]

I have just discovered Jacques Pepin, what a treat. He makes me believe I could cook.

[@kamoheloramatlapeng1674]

Discovered him today. Can't stop watching

[@redmoneylady2213]

You can cook R. G. Crawford M. D.

[@josiahowen5408]

Yes! He explains things in such simple terms and does it while he narrates. He is my cooking inspiration.

[@Vehshi81]

Can't believe I also just discovered him; I'm hooked! Love his accent!

[@PlayaSinNombre]

Just keep your phone inside a plastic bag so that when you drop it into the soup, a $5 dish doesn’t become a$200 dish...

[@davidwatson3643]

I have learned so much from this man and this program. He is a gift and a wonderful example on how to be great human being. Thank you Mr. Pepin.

[@normteskey2829]

Love this guy, makes everything so simple. Plus he is so calming reminds me of Bob Ross but of the cooking world.

[@julieenslow5915]

I would agree in how soothing his voice was. But Bob Ross would have to be Michelangelo for Chef Pepin to be like Bob Ross! He's the best! (Substitute your favorite classical artist for Michelangelo if you prefer!).

[@keithdyah]

Happy Little Trees!

[@nicholasworthington9099]

@@keithdyah beat me to it

[@redmoneylady2213]

Norm Teskey, you are so right. ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@redmoneylady2213]

@@nicholasworthington9099 , I'm going to give him a little friend. 🌲🌲😉. ♥️

[@piggypoo]

I am today years old when I learned that instant potatoes are a good soup thickener/chowder shortcut.

[@faggianogeuiseppi5135]

More people probably have corn starch or flour in their house

[@N1120A]

They're basically potato starch, so yep

[@anwion]

My fav chef of all time 💯😁

[@conscience-commenter]

The most impressive thing about watching him is the fluidity of preparation leading into cooking multiple dishes without mistakes . Master chef , artist and human being .

[@liannebedard5521]

I came home from work too tired to cook.,.years ago. Flipped on the tv,.,and found Chef Jacques whipping up some dish so simple that I could not believe that could be called cooking. Mashed potato flakes to thicken the soup…he never disappoints.,.

[@wotcpunk103]

This is a chef I can't get enough of. Ive followed him in all his various shows. Simply amazing.

[@matt4sail]

Never thought I could make a soup that tasty from scratch and in that amount of time! Thanks Chef Pepin!

[@alanj.meeker9413]

I could watch Jacques Pepin read the Phonebook while making a Peanut Butter and Jelly sandwich. What a great chef, teacher author and and artist. Despite his accomplishments, he remains humble. Love his stories growing up in Lyon cooking with his mother.

[@longfade]

I just tried watching a documentary on Ted Nugent and became so disenchanted and agitated that I immediately pulled up some Jacques Pepin. His videos are so soothing that it's like sinking into a warm bath. For a moment, all seems well with the world.

[@dennismichael1434]

I'm not trying to goad you, Zach, but what did you expect from a doc on (Terrible Ted) Nugent? Good choice of a remedy, though :-D

[@namenotfound34]

Uncle Ted is a great man, you're a weak idiot.

[@holmesseth]

NameNotFound loves the pedophiles.

[@elicohen5073]

Thank you

[@fo0l913]

Oddly specific comment

[@mr7354]

Jacques is the only chef i like to watch. he does everything right before your eyes.

[@grahambouthillier6597]

My hero. Most don't know he enjoyed cooking for you and NOT CLEANING UP . god bless your crew chef. easy

[@americanmade6996]

In one of his TV series the credits named Jean-Claude Szurdak as "Kitchen Manager", so...

[@angieyates7688]

What does this even mean…statement makes no sense

[@georgeneckrock7575]

He's just so special what a gentleman !

[@agoogleuseragoogleuser9349]

Stopped in to write down the recipe for potato leek soup. All the ingredients my mother-in-law uses - am ready to create my masterpiece soup! Thx again JP.😊

[@irishdivajeffries6668]

I remember watching Jacques Pepin and daughter Claudine cooking together on PBS. I even bought their cookbook. Yum!

[@eileenforson2278]

Jacques Pepin is THE BEST! Love his soothing voice, so calm, so nice - easy watching!

[@Tomatoman857]

Because of this video, I made [at least] 20 of the pork (w/ bacon also) for my mother's 80th birthday. (Over three years ago, so can't remember amnt.) Thanks again, Chef!

[@redmoneylady2213]

Wow ♥️♥️♥️

[@connordutton674]

A true master is taking something difficult and explaining it so it’s easy

[@brendanhoffmann8402]

I love cooking but I love most of all to cook for my friends and family!

[@rosies_crafty_cohorts6454]

Jacques was introduced to me in “Julia and Jacques cooking at home “ I love them both 🥰😇🥰😇🥰😇🥰

[@liannebedard5521]

I have been watching him for years. He makes you feel like a genius...by showing you hat the simple stuff you love is serious food. And he never wastes a scrap.

[@agnescleary2312]

I love everything about the way he cooks, especially that he always has a glass of wine nearby!

[@22maestro]

All the episodes of “Fast Food My Way” are great but this one is something special. This was like the pinnacle of elegance meets fast food. A perfect menu across the board and one I make a lot. The soup in particular is amazing.

[@Anonymoose]

Jacques always manages to make me ravenously hungry. I thoroughly enjoy these shows.

[@jakebluethunder]

It all looked so good! Can't go wrong with Jacques

[@dougbourdo2589]

Wonderful Jacques Pepin... one of my youthful mentors regarding getting into cooking for my and my family enjoyment of good food. Thank you so much Sir.

[@InformationIsTheEdge]

I have made this leek soup dozens of times with many variations and it is so easy and so delicious every time. Oh, and that stuffed pork fillet... 60% of the time, it works every time. ;)

[@HankBukowski]

"That doesn't make sense." - R.B.

[@HooperWest]

WTH would the World do without Jacques Pépin?

[@francacece3943]

He is a legend. Cooked for Eisenhower and many greats. Was asked to cook for the Kennedy’s too Btw I’m gonna make that stuffed pork loin and tomatoes

[@annetteathanasatos1229]

Jacques, you are a marvelous chef. I have been watching you for many years. I was always amazed how you would cut your vegetables, so perfect and thin, and with such speed. I have made some of your receipes. Thank you for showing how to make the receipe. You are a great teacher. Wishing you all the very best. KEEP COOKING.

[@manuelquinones2689]

I'm not a fan of instant potatoes, but using them to thicken that soup was actually pretty genius. Now I can finally get rid of that box thats been in my pantry.

[@MTMF.london]

Jacques Pepin using instant potatoes! I love leek and potato soup but I thought making it from scratch was such a palaver. Now I may follow the Master and make it myself.

[@phuckugugu]

instant taters are also good for making your onion rings crispy or any other beer batter

[@andypetrovich2155]

@@phuckugugu Instant potatoes thicken like corn starch but with more flavor.

[@kimtaylor3465]

He is so down to earth, explains things so well. Makes me think I can do this as well! Love him!!!

[@KZaback]

Just made the pork tenderloin. It came out fantastic. You are the greatest. The world is blessed to have you. I met you once at a book signing and you were kind enough to look at a dish I made from one of your books (& tv shows). Thank you for being so gracious.

[@larslarsen6373]

Love him. He is so elegant and classic.

[@mallorybesom1717]

Magnificent! Thanks for posting! The leek soup is quick, nourishing, and warms the heart as well as the body, as does everything Pepin makes, for that is his purpose-based technique. Food nourishes the body as well as the soul. He never forgets this.

[@jamesfitzsimons8107]

Simply, the classiest chef I have ever seen. Bon Appétit!🍴

[@giovannaiamele2932]

I will definkyely try to make these dishes! Marvelous!♥️

[@soniabergeron8711]

Oh I wish I had a good recipe for Salmon Mousse. It looked so good.

[@lilibethfinamore2191]

I always do the soup. Today, I did the pork, so tender, delicious ❤❤❤

[@aliciaturnour5491]

I'm so happy to see you again love your cooking chef Pepin and a lovely family 💖

[@cleopleo]

I made the almond cupcakes today..they were so simple and turned out delicious..

[@TimRobertsonWoodturning]

Thanks for the recipe. I made the soup today and my Wife and I enjoyed it.

[@peternicholson233]

When he butterflies the second half @ 14.00, you can see the knife cut without piercing. Mastery.

[@NMW320earth]

The stuffed pork is amazing! I have been experimenting with stuffings, tonight was chili Rellenos stuffed pork, yum! Thx!

[@kathleenwassum7712]

Love it!! I have really learned a lot from you and JULIA! Thanks so much!💗

[@chrisleagyeer88]

Love your cooking. You are well educated about proper food prep and cooking. You remind me of Julia childes who was a great cook and educated food prep who has helped educated me on the difference in each plant and meat. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and talent. I have been learning a lot from you. Dishes are very tasty. Thank you sir !!!!!! Sincerely, Christine

[@manxlucky]

Chris Leagy E'er She was a longtime friend and collaborator with him for years

[@m.theresa1385]

Here for a review. This delicious stuffed pork tenderloin is on my menu again today. Sooooo delicious!

[@NigelDeForrest-Pearce-cv6ek]

Brilliant and Beautiful!!!

[@LIZZIE-lizzie]

I LOVE JACQUES PEPIN "FAST FOOD MY WAY" ❣❣❣ FINALLY, JACQUES PEPIN "FAST FOOD MY WAY" is at my KZbin fingertips❣❣❣

[@ClaudiaWarnke]

Thank you for your creative soup and pork tenderloin recipes. .. so quick and easy... I love the spinage and cheese stuffing. And the potatoe flakes in the soup is such a grest idea !

[@thigson189]

I made this stuffed pork tenderloin this weekend and it was outstanding and looked amazing. Thank you sir! Pepin is simply the best.

[@JohnnyLaps]

So enjoyable.Thank you Chef

[@dharmayourkarma5257]

j'adore, all that you do, merci!

[@negtivecreep6642]

He makes it look so easy.

[@syedrehanfida]

Can I just watch him cut vegetables? He's so good!

[@NateAlmeida]

Actually you can. There’s a 3 hour long video of him demonstrating kitchen skills with the title “Essential Techniques”. It’s the best video on KZbin.

[@syedrehanfida]

@@NateAlmeida I believe I have watched it. He's a great teacher!

[@NateAlmeida]

@@syedrehanfida At this point I've watched it many times. He's amazing!

[@ladygertrude2177]

Good show thankyou very much

[@IAlanakiI]

i made this soup and it was amazing.

[@chrisg2779]

I made the salmon mousse a few years ago, It was a hit. Going to have to make the rest of this menu.

[@liannebedard5521]

I have been watching Chef Jacques since we were both much younger. He is the absolute best, no contest.

[@WriterSnider]

My father-in-law often makes your soup!

[@randuff]

Just made the soup...So easy and delicious

[@pauldow1648]

First class. Thank you.

[@piggear]

@inmens Instant potatoes are very useful, and I honestly think this is a great way to save time on vichyssoise. If you blend up the soup like most recipes I've seen, then going through the trouble of peeling and cutting potatoes isn't necessary. If you have the time, you can dehydrate potatoes yourself, but if you read the ingredients list of the instant potato you're buying, you can find ones that only have only have potatoes and salt.

[@TurdFerguson98]

I need someone to play a classical guitar riff for me every time I finish a dish.

[@leonidas7692]

I really want that outro from the TV show Frasier

[@davestier6247]

When your power level is over 9000 like Jacques, it just happens

[@manxlucky]

Any questions on how to handle a leek? I learn so much from every one of the meals he shares with us.

[@bluetoad2001]

the leek mushroom soup is excellent. Jack is the best there is

[@roninkelly666]

In todays reality chef shows and tv programs etc there are alot of great chefs.......but...Bobby Flay, Gordon Ramsey, Robert Irving or Anna Olson etc, cannot hold a candle to Mr.Pepin......He is truly in a league by himself....all the rest are just cooks but Jaques is a true Chef Master of his trade!

[@Joseph1NJ]

I don't there's been a better food show since.

[@tb9489]

Or before, maybe Julia..

[@LarryDoolittle]

Please release the Essential Pepin cooking videos to Amazon or on your website. Please!!!!

[@mikerupp2312]

I love that you mention Julia

[@MrScubajsb]

That was great. "You don't wash you don't wipe mushroom you don't touch mushroom" 😆

[@robertchaffee5662]

Very nice!

[@NigelDeForrest-Pearce-cv6ek]

Brilliant!!!!

[@mcclelm]

Great hands!

[@michellelloyd6256]

I am making this for dinner tonight yummmmmmm

[@AlbertoMontesSoto]

been doing that salmon spread for a year now, delish

[@miriamcooper1320]

He cuts things so quickly. I am such a klutz. I could never be that proficient.

[@vincer7824]

Miriam Cooper He had a lot of professional practice. You may not get to his level but we can all improve, go for it!

[@FrancescaHurst]

Made the pork last night. Was so delicious that I don't even have leftovers bc my guests took them home! However, 10 min at 350 was not enough time in my oven. I turned up the heat and left it in longer. Was still a touch pink which was perfect. You may need to try higher heat or longer time or both.

[@garlicgirl3149]

+Francesca Hurst I thought it was beef? Oh boy now I feel dilly! Glad it worked out for you. Now I am inspired.

[@paulabradley5862]

Great recipes, thank you so much

[@miriambelanger7292]

Thanks.

[@no2religions]

You are right, but I guess it was mostly hot. He has a good gas range which will heat the pan pretty quickly. Basically the worry with "boiling" it is if the food releases water faster than the pan can evaporate it. So, if the temp of the pan comes up before water starts to come from the meat then it will still be ok.

[@mmmhorsesteaks]

Would you believe i've never seen the "double butterfly" before? Is that weird?

[@Mervin-Bunter]

Imagine clicking dislike on Jacques Pépin.

[@americanmade6996]

They're all Parisian chefs charging an extra 22 euros because "this cooking is so difficult".

[@rideon6140]

America needs more men like Mr. Pepin, instead of so many loud mouth slobs whose aim in life is to be a "badass'.

[@ARIZJOE]

Well, Jack is an artist. But he takes pride in his life, his work, and was an expert skier who worked as a ski instructor.

[@roncaruso931]

Master chef.

[@jamieking79]

Could this cake be KETO with almond flour or coconut flour? I know raspberries are allowed. I use monk fruit for sweetness. I cook keto for my husband. I noticed he misses a sweet at family gatherings (when everyone is eating birthday cake). It would be ever so handy to have a cake and berries dessert for him. Besides, he always raked the frosting off any cake, so he has not a sweet tooth. Thank you for remembering Julia. I enjoyed both you together in the kitchen 🙂

[@caseywilson9520]

Not keto with the jelly/preserves. Could take the berries and puree them though

[@ladybugfunk13]

wow thank you JP ... some great tricks hidden in there. Thank you :-)

[@kevonlus]

jaques is the best

[@garlicgirl3149]

OMG! I want to make it all! I would be Ms. Pacman! LOL!!!

[@coralarch]

Thanks, Tex.

[@blkjosh3694]

Jacque please help me on a cookbook love your food been retired can’t cook much but when I do your food is the best and healthy been looking for morels can’t seem to find any wild shrooms love you

[@coralarch]

Thanks, Narangatan. I appreciate that.

[@dizbang3073]

I just ate, but now I'm hungry again.

[@kevinpaige4902]

Jaquces is the 🐐

[@kqed]

💯