Earth to Table: Jacques Pépin: More Fast Food My Way | KQED

Minute Recipe: Melba Toast.
For Jacques, nothing beats an earthy soup to keep you warm during the coldest season and his Hearty Vegetable Bean Soup hits the spot. To spice up the evening, he creates a pocket in boneless chicken breasts to fill with a tasty stuffing in Chicken Supremes with Tapenade and Mushroom Sauce served over Vegetable Couscous. The meal ends on a sweet note with a Pear Compote and freshly baked Almond Crumble Cookies.

[@Sternertime]

These videos of his make me feel a little like a kid watching Mr Rogers. There is just a goodness to him that draws you in and makes you want to learn, lol.

[@debgersh5555]

Not pretentious, arrogant like so many celebrity chefs these days...he know he has nothing to prove, what a teacher👏❤️

[@allstopblue5717]

Yep. and you won’t find shows like this on TV anymore. Not in America anyway. Everything is perfectly lit, everyone has caked on makeup male and female, and expensive clothing, with a super modern kitchen in the background with millions of dollars worth of high end appliances.. You’d think a simple cooking show would be made to be relatable to the average home owner, but nope, not anymore. All the cooking shows utilize millions in appliances and high end pots and pans. What average person owns all that stuff?

[@Jeef_Berkie]

Exactly, it’s like spending quality time with your loving grandpop.

[@Jeef_Berkie]

@@debgersh5555 and you can see how much he loves it, a true artist

[@lisavennefron6806]

His knife skills alone are amazing.

[@Offfffir]

"People ask me very often 'what is the greatest dish you can think of?'. I say if you have the greatest bread and the greatest butter, bread and butter is very hard to beat" this guy

[@techorix]

with a bit of salt :)

[@tristanh787]

@cjb cjb Man I can tell you it's not about hard times he/French people went through. It really is because it's simple and delicious. Ask French people who've been abroad for a long time which french food they miss the most, and this answer will often come out. It warms our hearts in a way I can't even describe.

[@Exbozz]

@cjb cjb it has nothing to do with that, bread and butter is fucking fantastic and nothing tops a good bread with butter.

[@jasonvoorhees895]

Reminds me of another great cooking quote. Julia Child throws a stick of butter in a pan and says "I'm not sure what we're going to be cooking today, but it's going to start with that stick of butter right there."

[@jorgeespinoza3150]

Yes, he is right. Sometimes the simple things will do. It's a blessing to be able to appreciate the simple things. A little olive oil with garlic, salt and whatever herbs there are around diced-in can be a great little detail for a dip and more luxurious lol.

[@paulp5656]

If you aspire to be a good home cook then you needn't look any further than you tube and watching wonderful people like Chef Jacques

[@stevenreichertart]

When cooking shows were relaxing before they became competitive sports.

[@jfq7223]

They do the same with chess: try to bring an aspect to it that never belonged. If it bores you change the channel.

[@fredericklittlejohn3896]

Amen!

[@freelancergin]

watching jacques never gets old

[@Coentjemons]

Nope, it's still wonderful to watch. His delivery reminds me of Bob Ross

[@colin-campbell]

That chicken is food poisoning.

[@eramos8916]

@@colin-campbell to millenials.

[@apawstate]

One of the most legendary chefs in the world. All the skill, none of the pretension or arrogance.

[@eve6860]

I love Pépin's great ease and sincerity in sharing great recipes... He is even showing us that there are many very affordable dishes too, as there are so many of us struggling to afford to put food on the table. He is the best teacher too! So kind and generous.

[@squintygreeneyes]

i have cooked so many dishes in my life and never seen this one. love u Pepin

[@ramyavenkatesh4452]

Your experience speaks in cutting the vegetables and using hands.. My grandma was like that too... you are just Wow....

[@nakedhombre]

No question but that he keeps it simple makes it look simple. But boy he is working fast without appearing to rush! That to me is amazing. I so appreciate his explanations that don’t go off on any tangent that Will torture the listener. I like Jacques!

[@gotrescuedauto3584]

EXACTLY

[@markdemell3717]

He is a gentleman .

[@jerryleroy9187]

Nowadays on cooking shows the cooks already have everything cut up and just add it to the pan. It's nice to see the knife action. It adds to the experience of the video. Like you're there with him cooking in his kitchen and having a glass of wine of coarse.

[@carlooblomov4255]

"Hmmm... Put the whole can there..." I love this guy because he cooks with feeling. What feels right is right. not too strict on quantities and cooking times. it's all instinct and he shows us how to grow that instinct. tks master jacques

[@JediPedobear]

One of the things I love most about him is that he always acknowledge the vegetarians out there, unless most chefs who'll just scoff.

[@kqed]

Always ahead of the game!

[@fun_ghoul]

@@MikehMike01 After you, goof.

[@forumcelebritypodcast]

Jacques taught many of us how to cook. His techniques & teaching skills are unequal. No nonsense, no garbage cooking, just good ingredients and an open mind. The best

[@jlb197736]

This guy is so much better than those jokes on Food Network

[@vincentbonomo3185]

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[@anniehua27]

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[@cameronbrwdway9486]

there's plenty of awesome cooks on the food network so I don't know what this means

[@freeinformation9869]

True. Food Network is mocking real cooking

[@terryleebo]

Perhaps it is that Jacques Pépin's show is food driven and not personality driven. He has a passion for great food.

[@glennadebrota5679]

anything by this fantastic Chef ought to be constantly available. ALL of his Programs are everything we ought too use now and forever!

[@jerrywhite9989]

I can look at this man cooking all day

[@williamwagner2200]

It is amazing to watch someone who has been in the kitchen for years. It's all so fast and natural and instinctive. Amazing.

[@geomondiale1768]

He's a class act. Much respect for him, and Marco White

[@evelynestava1910]

Merci, Maestro!!! Jacques Pépin remains the lone heir to the greatest chefs, TV or otherwise. His crazy skills match only his generosity in sharing them. I, for one, count myself along the many cooking enthusiasts who have applied his down-to-earth approach to classic French techniques, without being talked down to. Merci encore.

[@markdemell3717]

Aye, Magnifique.

[@billb5690]

Long live Pepin!!

[@lizmiller7681]

never get tired of watching the master, even the second or third time thru

[@apinanraivo100]

I really do appreciate these videos. ASMR cooking at its' best.

[@duncansutherland47]

This man is an absolute treasure to watch.

[@7BB79]

Simply the best at what he does. Impeccable technique. And a genuinely nice human being.

[@lisavennefron6806]

Blake Brookerd He makes everything looks so simple, yet we all know how deceptive that is. He is amazing.

[@johnd8788]

He is a stuck up @hole around Madison CT

[@LAFan]

@@johnd8788 You sound like a stuck up ahole.

[@eatmoremusic3650]

Long live Jacques, he might be French but he is an American icon and as a chef there isn’t anyone else I look to more for quality of life

[@goodboybuddy1]

Thank you, Jacques, you have enriched my life.

[@BPantherPink]

Ha ha... just like my mother !! He has already touched everything after handling the raw chicken, also wiped on the same towel, then he says he has to wash his hands !! My mother never did it and we never, ever got anything from it !! I think the yuppies of this age have taken it too far... Way to go Maestro Pépin... love you !

[@fun_ghoul]

You "never, ever got anything from it" because, like Jacques, you were repeatedly exposed to contamination from a young age and built an immunity. Or, y'know, got sick but never thought it could be from mum's cooking! lol

[@xcalabur18]

Gordon? Marco? Bobby? Forget about it- Jacques is the original. The Godfather.

[@bgill934]

Yes bravo

[@alexscott730]

Nothing better than a lazy,rainy pot infused afternoon watching Jacques Pepin👍😎

[@alexanderscott2456]

Hello, fellow Alex Scott.

[@geroschorch1365]

munchie attack is brutal though

[@barbramighall4518]

I really appreciate that the Master uses much less salt than the cartoon chefs of today. He is the "real deal"!

[@tylerclay5420]

These.. these are the most soothing videos.

[@markdemell3717]

He is the Bob Ross of cooking.

[@simplysh27]

Jacques Pépin is the Bob Ross of cooking

[@bgill934]

Yes I agree King Solomon couldn't saud it no better

[@bgill934]

Said I mean

[@Galactic123]

Whoa I never knew that about Melba toast, that's cool

[@discokitty3375]

Jacques Pepin and Julia child are the epitomy of what world class chefs are made of and they take the time to show you that with the proper cooking utensils and even what you have in your refrigerator what a classic home style meal you can create for your family and friends and enjoy the holidays like they should be. I feel sorry for this generation they've no clue what life is really all about. R.I.P. JULIA YOU ATE SORELY MISSED ➕🙏😥 THANK YOU KQED! I hope you can show more Jacques and Julia together I keep watching the same ones over and over but I never get bored.💚❤️ Happy holidays happy cooking, bon appetit🎄

[@stringstorm]

The way he moves around makes it seem like he didn't plan for anything. But he's so amazing in what he does that it doesn't matter. It'll end up amazing eitherway.

[@Luna.3.3.3]

I first watched Julia Child as a very young child, then Jaques! I LOVE him to this day. I actually LEARN something every time I watch this true chef. The so called cooking shows now are soooo lame. Mr. Pepin is truly the OG~! May his reign continue!

[@inmens]

This way to clean the leek saved me a lot of time. Thanks Mr. Pépin.

[@mus1970]

There's just one thing very wrong with these videos: they make my stomach rumble. As always, very enjoyable show, many thanks for sharing (even with the commercials).

[@bulletman124XXL]

I always liked him. I can't get enough of his shows. Just great technique.

[@onenanathreekids5662]

I could just listen to him talk all day. What a nice voice and accent.

[@AmraphelofShinar]

Ever since I was a child I have LOVED celery. I especially like the leaves.

[@musicfeedsthesoultg5318]

Ok, I know he’s fuckin awesome but...he split that dam toast perfectly, while talking...my god this guy is good. I’ve been cooking over 25 years and that just impressed me instantly. Now I will continue to watch, what a way to start LOL!

[@hikesteepfishhigh]

love this. brings great memories that remind me of watching Julia childs with my mother.

[@alanleslie7751]

CHILD!

[@Ayd2222]

This guy beats any chef today, his teaching skills are fantastic 👍🏼

[@Forevertrue]

You can tell a genius, they make everything so simple and delicious! Thank you Jacques!

[@subhanamin1558]

I appreciate that he explains why certain things are done in a particular way. When I watched the food network it seemed a lot of shows only demonstrated what to do and it became repetitive and boring.

[@jamesrozine8102]

Thank You Jaques, you are the greatest!!! Your a great inspiration!!!!

[@fun_ghoul]

*Ingredient Amounts for Almond Cookies* 1 cup flour 1 cup toasted almonds 1 tablespoon sugar 1 tablespoon vanilla extract 1/2 cup butter 2 tablespoons water...or maybe 1/4 cup. Start with 2 tbsp...you can always add more if it's dry!

[@NIHTMRE-bm6iy]

Love his cooking plus commentary

[@Higuera114]

I love watching this man's cooking videos. I've spent hours upon hours watching them. Mr. Pepin makes it look so easy but, delicious.

[@simplyme8593]

This us honestly one of the very few cooking videos that made my mouth literally watery and I LOVE the way he teaches, he's so clear and his tips are so important. I just found him today and I'm a FAN!

[@nancypine9952]

With both Jacques and Julia there always seems to be a kind of sweetness in the way they communicate. They understand (particularly in Julia's case, where she started the trend for French cooking on tv) that fine cooking can sound scary, and they made it so simple, so easy, that people weren't scared to try the recipe. They never come across as intimidating.

[@kal-suwaidi2515]

I love this guy. Its cooking is very simple, direct and yumi.

[@kamilamilo6617]

Watching you makes me rush into my kitchen and start to cook right away!!! Lovely film! Thank you.

[@gotrescuedauto3584]

I ACTUALLY LOVED THIS WHOLE SERIES

[@denismguitar1552]

A great great chef! I’m so thankful for all that he has shared. My all-time fav! Thanks Jacques!

[@AzNeo]

I'm glad to see that these videos have come back!

[@helenejovial7763]

Bravo Chef Pepin. You r a true master. Thank you for sharing your skills with us. We r deeply honored.

[@KerryG-SA]

As a chef, you give me so much pleasure to watch you work. You are truly a master Sir. Thanks for your service to the profession.

[@myronattyler]

I enjoy watching your cooking videos, they always make me hungry and inspire me to jump in and try to duplicate your recipes.

[@geoffreyvaughn]

Simply the best, imo. Great technique, excellent taste. I still love following his suggestions and recipes for amazing food.

[@KaleidoscopeMagic]

Mr. Pepin is my favorite chef. I haven't seen him in sooo long, so it's nice to come across him here on KZbin. Yay!

[@jonbdoe3427]

Jacques is t he best there is. He got my thumbs up all the time, without exceptions.

[@bgill934]

Me 2

[@stephaniemurria5534]

I love his show. I have all the ingredients in my house. Never have to leave to shop. He is so down to earth❤❤❤❤

[@ProtienPotato]

Love this dude, when hes talking i feel like my grandad is teaching me stuff. Super nice, abselutely love this show:)

[@troccadero1]

Thank You for inspiring The World to cook! With Love from Marbella/Norway!

[@scottybroker]

Great Cooking Chef & Teacher, Monsieur!

[@kenjiwawa09]

i just totally admire this guy thank you for all your contributions to the culinary world. my nephew is in france right now i want to go soooo bad .

[@misottovoce]

Thank you so much for this menu! I made the soup for lunch and the main for our evening menu. It was an absolute hit and my French-Swiss husband was impressed (this German from Bavaria too!). Another great recipe from the master chef Pépin! Your recipes never 'go out of style'...and I love your teaching style too!

[@spaceduck562]

Ive always loved the way he says "olive" "all leave" lol I love it.

[@mariescammel5733]

Abosolutely wonderful. Thank u jacques.

[@yvettemcphee5116]

Jacque Pepin is such a gem of a cook and an awesome father and grandfather! Thanks for all of your great recipes. Yvette M.

[@clockwork9827]

he works pretty fast assembling a whole meal of 3 dishes, but with not much fuss. a pleasure to watch, and easy to learn from

[@joepochervina1249]

What is so easy to admire about Jacques Pepin is he eminates a gentle soul and a lack of snobbery. I could watch him wash floors and explain why he does it that way. Also, he probably is a reasonably wealthy man, I don't know for sure, but he wastes nothing. He uses so many things sitting or left over in his refrigerator. This shows his genuine humble nature.

[@darkoverllord]

his recipes are soo good. No crazy sauces , nothing to really measure. Simple easy. Master-level.

[@alexgeronimo8331]

Jacques is amazing !!

[@S2Sturges]

One amazing chef, Chapeau, Jacque!

[@---jf9qh]

I always smile the entire video while watching this guy.

[@HinduThrust]

I love ur style, chef...u r one o my favorites...

[@annesweeney5552]

Omgosh that was pure Art ! You have taught me so very much through the years Chef Thank you 🙏🏻

[@williamforte7856]

He makes me feel safe

[@kqed]

SAME.

[@fabiotrucco7969]

Such a wonderful dinner in less than half an hour, classical french cooking right there, very nice

[@frankgiannaris3583]

Chef Jacques thank you for the cous cous recipe it was great. I had Salmon though and stuffed it with mushrooms and spinach and Greek oregano;because I did not have Taragon like your recipe says. Thank you it was great!

[@jonathannagel7427]

to go mushroom foraging with Jacques: now on my bucket / dream list

[@ray7419]

I never knew that about Melba toast. Wow!! Learn something new every day. 😊

[@punch6832]

Watching him cook with his little granddaughter is precious. She is one lucky kid learning from a master.

[@colinpicking4975]

She is one lucky kid to have a granddad who so obviously loves her.

[@JohnnyJQuest]

Theory, technique, and application all in one video

[@TheChasseuralpin13]

This video is a gold mine ! Jacques, t'es le meilleur

[@perfectbark]

humble, lovely man who is a culinary genius.

[@leopold2427]

Refreshing to watch and learn.

[@Sviolinist]

I love this guy. "And when I'm cooking, I like to enjoy some wine..." What an awesome chef.

[@dataquester]

The way he handles a knife is like a ninja!!! I love it!!!!!

[@Mackleish]

"cook with your friend. cook with your kid."

[@jessicagrace625]

Love to watch Jacques cook 🤗

[@susanmcleanwoodburn6203]

delightful as always!

[@MarcusLeepapi]

I love him for cooking so well...

[@upsydasyme3351]

I was just watching another show in this series about how to cook eggs, including a proper French omelet and had to try it for lunch. Guess what, it was so well explained in the video that I actually succeeded. I love his calmness and confidence, obviously stemming from years of experience. His recipes are very old fashioned and culinary tastes have moved on since. However, I love learning the proper techniques which help me understand how it all got started.

[@freeinformation9869]

So true. And he also use to say: "Start by cooking simple things to build your confidence". Very good advice! I think many people stop cooking because they want to do too much at the same time and then it crashes and they never go back.

[@Mark-lu8re]

There is no moving on from classic.

[@stephaniemurria5534]

Upsydasy Me Bravo❤

[@misottovoce]

I agree with you Upsydasy, however for me...I love returning back to the classics often (what you call 'old fashioned). It is a delightful change from all the contemporary trendy directions of today. Learning the classics and his style is the best foundation.

[@perryplatypus7353]

big dislike for a chef that uses extinct fish like bluefin tuna...bah

[@Thisisnotmyrealname8]

Man, I thought I was the toast master. I know nothing.

[@kathleenwassum7712]

Bless you Chef! LOVE IT !! ❤️👍🏻

[@toniadv3965]

So sweet and polite man!!!