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00:00 Intro
00:40 Brown Butter & Cream Orecchiette
4:08 Steak & Egg Sandwich
6:35 Spaghetti with Lemon
12:48 Garlic Shrimp
15:10 Tomato Soup
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[@Melissa-cd6ws]

You should make this a series... testing the 5 top rated recipes of food network stars

[@booklover4330]

Oh, that'd be amazing!

[@dkingston9946]

Love that idea!

[@EmmyEliz1]

Heck yes!!!!

[@shabbyshopper]

Agree!!

[@doodledibaise11]

YES!!

[@gailcardo8996]

I just love how your whole family not only tries the dishes, but reviews them for you, as well. And not just yay or nay, but actual reviews. It says a lot about how much they respect you and how you and your husband have raised the kiddos. Great job!

[@lisadawnjennings2202]

Christine: bikes down mountains and does CrossFit. Also Christine: is terrified of mushrooms and tiny fish. 😂 loved it. Those recipes looked great. I ❤️ fungi so will have to try that pasta.

[@kidzfromthebloc]

I'd sub that kale for spinach. Kale tastes like nothing to me. It's just roughage

[@christinekellogg5588]

I hope this doesnt sound condescending but I'm really proud of you for going for it with the anchovies!!! Such an underutilized misunderstood ingredient that deserves a chance!❤❤❤

[@biggs1303]

Love anchovies! On a pizza, they stand out but cooked in a recipe they are a background player 😊!

[@a.humphries8678]

Totally agree!

[@theprofessor4914]

Caesar salad, spaghetti sauce

[@AnastaciaInCleveland]

Back in 2004, I met Rachael at a cooking expo here in Cleveland. She actually called me up to the stage while she was doing a demonstration! She was making a Thanksgiving meal, and I helped her with her gourmet version of stuffing. I was so thrilled! It is good seeing someone put her meals to the time and difficulty test. After all, on the show, all of her ingredients were measured out and arranged for her. She did try to keep in as many steps as possible to make it more real, though. Thanks for this video! ~ Anastacia

[@melissacruz1121]

I've made the mushroom & kale pasta dish, but I substituted the hazelnuts for cooked bacon instead, and I've made it with spicy Italian sausage with bell peppers instead of mushrooms. With the tomatoe soup, I've never been a fan until I tried a roasted veggies & tomatoes soup. The flavor profile is better!

[@FrugalFitMom]

Great changes in that pasta dish!!

[@RIODJENIRO1]

Great changes to both recipes!

[@caitcoska]

Genius swap with the bacon!

[@hannahkayee831]

Yum!!!! Need to do that instead of mushrooms because my daughter isn't a fan.

[@micheleolson9914]

Yaas, better! 😁

[@marywilliams6871]

I chop the mushrooms really small. If you cook them too long they become chewy. They’re best cooked at a medium high temp sautéed for about 5 minutes. They will continue to cook in whatever you’re making them in also.

[@christinatareski8882]

Rachel Ray is the first cooking show person that made me feel seen. I measure with my hands and heart and make good food. I absolutely love her.

[@alannayaraskavitch669]

I love mushrooms so I will definitely be making that recipe! Loved this video, would love to see you do more popular chef recipes!

[@angelamorehouse5315]

I love that you just kind of go with the flow! It doesn't have to be perfect or exact. That's how I cook so I appreciate your style!

[@hhon8938]

I was sooo all about Rachel Ray! Used to buy her DVDs as well 😂 I also am not a fan of tomato soup Christine- but I do love how open you are to trying things you don’t love! I feel like that def contributes to your entire fam being more open and willing to try everything! Love your vids are per usual. Have an amazing holiday to you, yours, all our KZbin fam!

[@lurblur11]

Happy Holidays right back to you!

[@caitcoska]

I really enjoy watching your family! You and Dave have clearly done such a great job with these kids. 💖 And now I’m inspired to try some of these recipes I probably never would have before haha.

[@FrugalFitMom]

Thanks so much

[@nancyculp6968]

Try Ina’s tomato soup. It has carrots in it for sweetness, basil, etc. Has a small amount of cream in it too. I make cheesy pizza sticks to dip into the soup. On a cold day, my son will eat this for lunch and dinner. I will check recipe to see which soup and let you know. If you have any leftover you can freeze it or use it as a sauce to put on meatloaf after you brown it. Let finish cooking with sauce on it. You will not need that much of it...about 1 cup or more depending how large your meatloaf is. My mother always used stewed tomatoes to put on her meatloaf. We never had a sweet sauce on the top of it. We had rice with the tomato gravy and meatloaf. My mother was from Crowley, LA. Like a gumbo, everyone has their way of cooking...no two are the same.

[@sesil0060]

Where can I find the tomato soup

[@tiffanygossett3447]

I love Rachel Ray and I love how you made her meals. I am no longer afraid of anchovies although I probably would’ve used 2 🤣🤣🤣 Love your family’s input and thank you for making me laugh and hungry 🙃

[@clusterbungle]

Oooh I'm definitely going to make that spaghetti! Anchovies, garlic, lemon, chilli flakes, AND cheesy breadcrumbs??? Basically a list of my favourite ingredients 😄

[@melissahuntsman1799]

A tradition in my family for 85+ years is to have tomato soup and grilled cheese on Christmas Eve as it is a quick meal to have before church. I put basil and cream in my tomato soup. I’m definitely going to try these grilled cheese. Merry Christmas🎄🎅

[@hannahkayee831]

Well that sounds really good!

[@gippywhite]

I very much miss Rachel Ray’s 30 minute meals. I was one of my favorite shows back in the day. Thank you for bringing it back!!! And now I’m super curious about anchovies. I don’t eat seafood in general, not for any reason other than I don’t like the taste of seafood, but if it melts away… I might have to pick up a couple cans! 💙💙💙

[@MomNTraining]

In college, I would record episodes of 30 Minute Meals on VHS so I didn’t miss an episode. She taught me how to cook. I learned all my basic skills from her.

[@loreestahl5783]

Same

[@arielklay23]

I applaud you changing the soup recipe to suit your taste. Rachel Ray is *all* about teaching methods and how you can change up ingredients!

[@dianasimplifies]

“I just changed the whole dish and made it better” 😂😂😂😂😂i don’t eat mushrooms either and my hubby also doesn’t and he’s really not a picky eater. I’m surprised that recipe is that popular 🤣🤣🤣

[@s.j.chapman6347]

Love how your daughter talks just like you. Love it!!

[@SpoonMe]

I’d replace the mushroom with quality steak (so it’s not tough). They always say mushrooms can be used in place of beef to bring meatiness, so why not replace mushrooms with beef and maybe a little beef concentrate like Demi glaze and I would leave out those hazelnut all together. 😆 I replace anchovies with capers for a briney taste. I think it’s jar-din-air 😍 Thanks for the great video. Enjoyed!

[@hannahkayee831]

That sounds delicious. I like mushrooms but like steak better!

[@katytaylor5691]

Over the years I have tried so many times to like mushrooms and I finally just gave up haha. It’s the texture and the taste for me. Thanks for sharing! Merry Christmas!

[@LifeWithMrsB]

Couldn’t agree more, I’m not a fan. My husband on the other hand LOVES them!

[@lesliekanengiser8482]

I went to culinary school, and we always had to try everything. (Except if allergic), and we made duxelles. Basically fancy mushroom pate sort of thing. Blecch. I gagged. Still try every few years to enjoy them. I fail each time.

[@hannahkayee831]

@@LifeWithMrsB I love mushrooms but only on steak and spaghetti sauce. No one in my family except me like onions. Drives me crazy lol

[@HeidiLilley]

So good to know I'm not alone in making an attempt to like shrooms, no matter how often I try it, I cringe and determine not to try again.

[@melanieglover4779]

I love these videos lol I rarely hear of anyone actually making food network stars meals so I love this content.

[@taraschmidheini4674]

Happy New Year Friend!! Been binging your channel all night Fantastic Fit Mom is.my title for tonight 💗 From the shopping, gifts, vacation, Aldi's 🎉, 30 min meals, your awesome kids, Darling Dave, I just love it all, thank you for.blessing my otherwise lonely NY 's eve!!

[@ashleeshell72]

I loved the end! “No body knows the words” so true!

[@cdansou01]

New subscriber here. I love that as a mom, you teach your kids it’s good to try things that you don’t care for in other recipes. I also realized it was about the texture of mushrooms when they’re cooked that I don’t like. I love raw mushrooms in my salads or if cooked, in a purée when it’s in a sauce.

[@jenniferpowell]

I love how REAL you are! Never change.

[@heatherdrew616]

I love that you do these recipes, my husband’s favorite indulgent side is the pioneer woman’s Twice baked potato casserole that I made after watching your video lol And now that you gave Giada raving reviews I now have to try her recipes😊

[@donnamckeller2010]

I love tomato soup. I learned so much from watching Rachel Rae and still use a lot of things I learned from watching 30 minute meals. Sounds silly (or sad) but I never roasted veggies until she did it. Now it’s the only way I make Brussels sprouts and I only tried that because I was planning her roasted broccoli and realized my husband had picked up the wrong B veggie 😂 , but we’ve never looked back. I always enjoy your family rating the dishes and you are constantly entertaining. Merry Christmas to you and your family 💕

[@nehaswarup7479]

For great mushroom texture, add fewer at a time to the pan. Learnt that from Julia Childe from Julie and Julia and it changed my cooking game!

[@priscillapartyof9215]

Love videos like this & love Rachel ray i used to watch her all the time ..you keep it honest & relatable ! Lol

[@anitaholmes6824]

I also watched Rachel years ago and have used a garbage bowl ever since and I even purchased a large frying pan with the orange handle from her and still in excellent shape years later! Now about the tomato soup.....only for recipes that call for it never to eat, totally not a fan! I do love mushrooms, especially garlic mushrooms on top of steak, yum! Thanks for the throwback, loved it!

[@terrylewis_]

Every time you talk about Misen ..........I LOVE MINE! I got a pan randomly from a Kickstarter in 2018 (8" Misen Nonstick Pan) and it's become my favorite. They make some really great products! My sister and I would watch Rachel Ray after school. Although we rarely followed through and cooked any of it - sorry Mom. lol

[@deetzydoo7275]

Interesting fact, Worcestershire sauce is actually made with fermented anchovies! Definitely go check out how it's made, it's a very lengthy process and makes you appreciate the sauce that much more :D

[@betsy3473]

You had me cracking up when you were showing the misen knife and how you cut the onions back and forth 😂😂😂😂 Same way about the mushrooms over here! I bet that dish would be good with crumbled sausage instead of mushrooms. I want to try the other dishes 😍

[@katiedickinson7866]

I bought a misen complete cookware set and saved 20% a while ago with your coupon code. Love the stainless steel set!! They are wonderful!!

[@jenniferwilson3436]

I cook with anchovies all the time!! I think they add a lot of flavor without adding fishiness! I use them as a base in my red sauce!

[@susan70815]

I always thought Worcestershire sauce had anchovies in it as one of the ingredients lol, but I’m not positive 🤨

[@WilletteB]

We enjoy tomatoes so much, I can vegetable soups, tomatoes and sauce in a year with a great year of tomato growth. Last year was great. This year, we had so much rain here in our area it stunted their production. I think we had a whole 2 tomatoes.🍅🍅 The meals looked fun for us to watch. Thanks for sharing. 🙂

[@itsmecandicemarie]

Watching Rachel Ray was like prime time tv when she was young! We'd watch Sandra Lee & how heavy handed she was with booze & laugh & then learn to cook with Rachel! Still keep a garbage bowl (technically for compost). I think she gave everyone a boost of confidence because she was like a friend.

[@shayshaymann113]

If you’ve had Caesar Salad dressing, then you’ve had anchovies

[@hannahkayee831]

Yes, love ceasar but I wouldn't eat it anchovies otherwise.

[@applesandoranges9916]

It’s nice to see families try new foods. small fish bones are edible. great source of calcium and pretty common in Asian cuisine.

[@kimbarbeaureads]

I've known Russians and Zambians who eat the little dried fish, too

[@Heather-yi5qr]

I had cream and Italian seasoning and basil to my homemade tomato soup also a couple bay leaves and let it simmer in the pot. That grilled cheese looked bomb

[@dreamweaver3761]

Enjoyed this video!! I use anchovy PASTE instead of the filets.

[@danig1053]

I am not a fan of fungus! I cannot do the texture either! Love that you took a chance! Great video!

[@nicholecarbajal5521]

Thanks for testing these out for us. I used to watch all of her shows too. Also, in case you ever try another mushroom recipe again...My trick to fix the mushroom texture issue is to chop them up really small.

[@angelarivera844]

I love your honest opinions!!

[@kristinamarin4292]

I know this isn't entirely related, but your videos are my selfcare. You're such a role model to this tired mom of 4 💜 Also, I HATE MUSHROOMS 😂😂😂

[@heatherncasey2004]

I love tomato soup, and I love red pepper flakes in mine. I often use frozen tomatoes that were from my summer garden. I would definitely have added cream, though!

[@JustClaireGrace]

I've never used anchovies in anything either, glad to hear you liked it! Maybe I'll try them in the future.

[@MagicalMandi]

Anchovies are good if you like salty fish. Just gotta watch out for the bones. I eat them out of the can sometimes. I just pick off the meat and eat it. The oil and seasoning are yummy.

[@JustJasc]

Just wanted to say: 1. Love your channel 2. I appreciate all the movie/show quotes you always include 3. Your hair always looks good, but in the thumbnail 'twas extra cute 👌 like extra volume. Thanks for continuing to provide us awesome content!

[@Harley24986]

I loathe mushrooms and I hate tomato soup too! I've tried so many of Rachel's recipes and she just isn't a hit in our house. It's rare if we make one of hers that we actually like.

[@jojoply]

Same

[@carmarasmussen8118]

Loved Rachel, Giada and Paula back in the day!

[@angelahaglund2656]

I also love Rachel Ray! I can tomato soup every year and it's amazing! I'm not sure I'm a fan of the other recipes...lol. You very brave to try all you did, And I to find the older I get the less I like mushrooms because of the spongy texture. I love them raw on salads but not cooked. Can't wait to see your next cooking adventure.

[@rebekahseay472]

I love mushrooms! I loved watched Rachel. I haven’t tried any of her recipes yet though.

[@BettyHorn]

Oh Christmas Tree Oh Christmas Tree. How lovely are your branches. I actually learned this in my German class in high school...many, many years ago... Lol! Love Rachel Ray!

[@tiatowery6409]

Great vlog! I also use to watch Rachel all the time! She made a lot of great stuff!

[@nancyculp6968]

Ina’s Cream of Fresh Tomato Basil Soup. I just use canned, crushed tomatoes when I am out of fresh tomatoes. Also, I use water in place of chicken broth with about 5 chicken bouillon cubes.

[@greatduet]

Thank you so much for this video!! We tried the Orecchiette recipe tonight (minus the hazelnuts, per your suggestion) and everyone LOVED it - ages 1 to 40!

[@FrugalFitMom]

Yay!!!

[@channah64]

I was an anchovy doubter - but once I started to think of it as a funky seasoning, it all made sense! Plus they make AMAZING high value dog treats if you have extras.

[@cramperella]

Love mushrooms and anchovies! They add so much flavour to a dish. Add ⅛ tsp baking soda to an overly acidic tomato sauce or soup. It will cut the acidity without using sugar.

[@hannahkayee831]

We did this when I did home health care. I didn't believe it until I tried it.

[@amandam5201]

My favorite recipe of hers is a Chicken Burrito with Mango salsa. It takes awhile to make but so worth it. I didn’t like mushrooms until my 30s and find canned fish (except tuna) too smelly/slimy to even consider cooking. Thank you for another great video. Merry Christmas to you and your family!

[@LB-vl3qn]

I love your videos. Where else can one find such a tidy package of useful info wrapped up with a bow of quality entertainment? Your family inserts are the sprinkles on top. Which is why I hit like before watching. Every time. Merry Christmas! ~ Lisa

[@FrugalFitMom]

Wow, thank you!

[@ISILDURDESTROYIT]

Anchovies are so good!! Mix them into any cream sauce, I would recommend chopping them next time. It makes things really rich. Good in red sauce too. They are sooo good for you.

[@AmandaPickles]

So excited to see this! I grew up watching 30 minute meals. I probably watched food network way more than any other kid 😂

[@susieszaneydesigns8578]

Love tomato soup especially when you have homemade tomato juice. I always add butter, garlic, and Italian seasoning. Looks like the first recipe is really good. Hate capers so not sure I would try the pasta thing with sardines. Although I do like sardines.

[@Edgedamage01]

My husband loved when I would watch Rachel Ray 😍 always great recipes

[@marionwilson2864]

Love the video! Going to have to try a few of these recipes… my family is full of mushroom lovers, except for my oldest son (took embarrassingly long to realize he’s actually allergic to them, thankfully not severely)

[@DrJORN]

The first actual dinner party I went to, the host used the spaghetti/lemon/breadcrumb recipe for the pasta course along with this huge, delicious salad. I got her recipe and used the anchovies, and now I use them for lots of pasta recipes. My kids love this recipe so much!

[@DrJORN]

Also, Rachel Ray's mantra all through all her shows was that everyone should always customize these recipes to suit their tastes, but the recipes are meant to give ideas of techniques and flavor combos!

[@UrbanOasis7]

I use anchovies for my homemade caesar salad dressing. Super yummy!

[@rebeccanewell4385]

I love the quote "I'm only here for the food " from Ever After. Food is interesting and essential. Cooking for one is hard for me, but there's always leftovers!

[@JaclynMorris22]

Not a fan of tomato soup myself but if you like garlic bread can I recommend spaghetti garlic bread subs? I use store-bought garlic bread, bake it and slice it halfway down the middle and take spaghetti with meat sauce and place it inside and cover it with cheese and then bake a few minutes until it's melty. It's a great way to use up leftover pasta.

[@AmandalynnSawyer]

I learned to use anchovy when I lived abroad... so much flavor all the good Caesar dressing uses anchovy paste!

[@courtoconnor2997]

I made tomato soup for the first time recently but I roasted the tomatoes, onion and garlic then added it to the stock and blended with bit of cream 😋

[@debbieheim3694]

Thanks for going to all the work! 👏👏💜

[@jennifermcvay9017]

I love Rachel Ray and tomato soup! But I actually saw Giada make tomato soup with marinara as a base, and that is my go to recipe. I have adapted it to our tastes, but it’s a good and easy base recipe that I usually can make from my pantry.

[@keribennett6368]

As you found out you can eat small fish bones from anchovies & some other fish, anchovies are a really good source of calcium. If you liked that dish spaghetti puttanesca is gorgeous & very simple & quick to make. You’re family are all lovely, very polite & enthusiastic, they’re adorable. All the best from South Lincolnshire, UK

[@maryangel4974]

One problem with your review of a couple of these is that the ingredients you are leaving out might add some good flavor. Like the brandy and vermouth are going to have a flavor that is important to the dish. That being said, I loved this video and would like you to do more! 🥰

[@sheiladonaldson8191]

Glad to see cooking videos back😊

[@sbrian123]

Give your anchovies a head start by mincing them before you add them. Also, if you buy them in the jar you can just use a few at a time and keep the rest in the fridge. Just remember to take them out early enough to let the olive oil to melt.

[@missywright5276]

I really enjoy your videos! So much fun to watch. I believe the problem with the shrimp was too much baking soda, just a tiny pinch for that amount of shrimp. It's used to tenderize Beef, Pork etc. Try using corn starch to crisp up the shrimp, works wonderfully without leaving a weird taste behind. Thanks for making videos that brighten my day. Happy Holidays to you and your beautiful family!

[@crystinanna7829]

I love tomato soup if it’s home made. And yes roasting the veggies is always helpful. Cream, to me, is a must too.😉👍

[@SaxonRachel]

A great starter snack for events or meals is mini toast with chilli and bell pepper pesto and an anchovy on top

[@barbarawalker3366]

Yes, a touch of cream and basil does wonders for plain tomato soup.

[@aheartysliceofmommylife4949]

I love when you make these kinds of videos!

[@erinkimmel9479]

Corelle also makes a bowl sized/shaped like that. We use them nearly exclusively and call them bowl-plates.

[@momofjstk]

I recently found a tomato basil soup recipe that they love here. (it has the crushed red pepper for the kick!) We've been having soup Sundays for the past few months, so I've been making plenty of different soups. Some that I'll never make again! ;)

[@emilydavenportaz]

I feel like we’re soul sisters! I’m obsessed with potatoes/fries, hate mushrooms, and love Rachel Ray

[@lauriem5089]

I love how your kids give their opinions on the recipes you try. Have a good day 👍

[@FrugalFitMom]

Thank you 😊

[@cem2756]

Girl those mushrooms looked AMAZING! I love them!

[@allisongoorman]

I used to work at a pizza place and we had anchovies as a topping. Very few people like them and I hated having to put them on a pizzas. They stunk! Good for you for being adventurous!

[@jenniferf3704]

Good Morning Christine and Family!!!! Have a wonderful day!

[@jennifermorisette1317]

I always put cream in my tomato soup. It changes it and it’s great

[@juliairvin1606]

Shout out to your HEB tshirt!! Loved HEB when we lived in TX! Also, I do use anchovy paste in my cooking. Nice salty umami flavor.

[@pri.sci.lla.]

I remember watching her growing up with my dad. Lots of other food network shows too!

[@vlwbug1986]

I love tomato soup, what you get out of a can vs what you can make is next world. I even like my own tomato bisque over what you can get at a lot of restaurant. I use Chef John’s recipe. Anchovies are one of my favorite ingredients. If you use Worcestershire sauce you have used anchovies, that’s one of the main ingredients.

[@brendamorris7263]

I love Rachel Ray too!

[@cardinnairn6345]

I agree with you on the mushroom front

[@hs5167]

I put anchovies in homemade spaghetti/pizza sauce. It doesn’t make it taste fishy, it just adds a salty depth to the sauce. I like Harry’s creamy tomato basil soup with grilled cheese.