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Blind Tomato Sauce Taste Test: Michael Symon's Tomato 101
Ep 419 · Aug 17, 2026 · 46 min
Ever wondered why your homemade tomatoes don't taste like the ones at restaurants? Michael Symon, Carla Hall, and guest Christina Miros break down everything you need to know about selecting, preparing, and cooking tomatoes in the first episode of Michael's 101. In this episode, the hosts share pro tips including the Jacques Pepin salt-tasting technique to dial in your seasoning, how to blanch and peel tomatoes properly, the best roasting methods from quick to overnight, and clever ways to use e…
Clinton Kelly's Five-Star Summer Sides
Ep 408 · Aug 10, 2026 · 31 min
Today on Chewed Up, Michael Symon and Clinton Kelly welcome Chef Ari back for a celebration of classic summer sides. Clinton shares two of his most requested recipes: a crunchy homemade coleslaw and his "award-winning" potato salad, both built for backyard barbecues, burgers, hot dogs, and everything else summer has to offer. His recipes are decidedly unscientific - think generous splats of mayonnaise, glugs of apple cider vinegar, and salt and pepper with "reckless abandon" - but the results sp…
The Secret to Bakery-Style Chocolate Walnut Chip Cookies
Ep 416 · Aug 5, 2026 · 34 min
Today on Chewed Up, Michael Symon and Clinton Kelly welcome back Danielle Sepsy - the Scone Queen, bestselling cookbook author, and founder of The Hungry Gnome -for the ultimate chocolate chip cookie episode. They begin with a blind tasting of four popular store-bought cookies, comparing everything from artificial vanilla and milk chocolate to buttery flavor, crisp edges, chewiness, and dunkability before unanimously choosing their favorite. Then Danielle shares her recipe for a thick, New York…
The Secret to a Perfectly Moist Lemon Loaf
Ep 415 · Aug 3, 2026 · 40 min
Today on Chewed Up, Michael Symon and Clinton Kelly welcome The Big Brunch finalist, Hungry Gnome founder, and bestselling cookbook author Danielle Sepsy for a full-on summer baking episode. Danielle makes an ultra-moist strawberry lemonade loaf with bright lemon flavor, a soft pound cake-like crumb, and a thick pink glaze made with freeze-dried strawberries. It is sweet, tart, colorful, and exactly the kind of snack cake that works with morning coffee, afternoon tea, or whenever you need a litt…
Clinton Kelly's Cherry Torte Goes Completely Off the Rails
Ep 431 · Jul 29, 2026 · 34 min
Today on Chewed Up, Michael Symon and Clinton Kelly welcome Chef Jackie B. back to the kitchen for a summer episode built around Clinton's cherry almond torte. Inspired by his grandmother's recipe, the simple dessert combines a buttery batter with peak-season cherries, sliced almonds, and a crunchy sugar topping, then gets served warm with vanilla ice cream. It is an easy, make-ahead dessert that works just as well with plums, peaches, or apricots, but a stubborn mixer, forgotten almond extract,…
The No-Cook Burrata Appetizer You'll Make All Summer
Ep 411 · Jul 27, 2026 · 29 min
Today on Chewed Up, Michael Symon and Clinton Kelly welcome guest and co-host Chef Jackie "Sparkles" Bakula back to the kitchen for a summer appetizer that looks elegant without asking for much: creamy burrata topped with frozen strawberries grated into a light, icy "strawberry snow," then finished with balsamic glaze, flaky sea salt, fresh basil, black pepper, and garlicky toast. It is cold, creamy, sweet, savory, and exactly the kind of dish to make when it is too hot to cook but you still wan…
Our Canned Tuna Taste Test with Amanda Freitag
Ep 412 · Jul 22, 2026 · 39 min
Today on Chewed Up, Michael Symon and Clinton Kelly welcome chef Amanda Freitag for a full-on canned tuna episode built around a blind taste test and a tuna salad sandwich that skips the mayo entirely. They put four supermarket tunas head to head, comparing flavor, texture, and salt, and discover that the olive oil packed jars run away with it, including a budget pick that holds its own against tuna three times the price. Then Michael turns the winner into a tuna salad sandwich with romesco, Cas…
Leo Galletto's Chocolate-Covered Strawberry Ice Cream Sandwich
Ep 411 · Jul 20, 2026 · 33 min
Today on Chewed Up, Michael Symon and Clinton Kelly welcome culinary producer Leo Galletto for a full-on ice cream sandwich episode. They start with a blind vanilla ice cream taste test to find the best option for building an ice cream sandwich, comparing flavor, texture, richness, vanilla bean, and how well each one holds up. Then Leo takes things in a summer dessert direction with a chocolate-covered strawberry-inspired ice cream sandwich: double chocolate chip cookies with strawberry jam, str…
The World Cup of Dips with Ayesha Nurdjaja
Ep 410 · Jul 15, 2026 · 29 min
Today on Chewed Up, Michael Symon and Clinton Kelly welcome Ayesha Nurdjaja for a full-on dip episode built around party food, summer snacking, and the joy of a good rip-and-dip spread. Clinton makes a homemade tzatziki with Greek yogurt, cucumber, lemon, garlic, dill, and mint, Ayesha brings a grilled corn dip with creamy, herby, sweet-summer flavor, and Michael shares a Cleveland-inspired clam dip with bacon, dill, sour cream, and clam broth. It is the kind of spread that works for game day, s…
The Simple Summer Sandwich That Steals the Show
Ep 409 · Jul 13, 2026 · 39 min
Today on Chewed Up, Michael Symon and Clinton Kelly welcome chef Ayesha Nurdjaja for a picnic-season recipe straight from her family: a potato and egg sandwich on semolina bread. It is simple, nostalgic, and packed with the kind of comfort that makes a beach-day meal feel unforgettable. Ayesha walks through the Italian-American classic with potatoes, eggs, onions, cheese, parsley, and good bread, while Michael connects it back to his own family memories. Along the way, they talk picnic food, egg…
Ariane Duarte's One-Pan Summer Scallops
Ep 407 · Jul 8, 2026 · 26 min
Today on Chewed Up, Michael Symon and Clinton Kelly welcome guest co-host Ariane Duarte for an easy summer dinner that looks elegant without asking for much: seared scallops cooked in one pan with sweet corn, tomatoes, shallots, chilies, basil, and a splash of white wine. It is fast, fresh, and exactly the kind of meal that feels right after a long hot day when you still want something beautiful on the table. Along the way, they get into summer produce, scallop technique, one-pan cooking, and wh…
Jules Esposito's Stone Fruit Panzanella
Ep 404 · Jul 6, 2026 · 37 min
Today on Chewed Up, Michael Symon and Clinton Kelly welcome guest co-host Jules Esposito for a peak-summer dish that feels both easy and elevated: stone fruit panzanella with grilled bread, heirloom tomatoes, peaches, plums, basil, chives, ricotta, and a simple white balsamic vinaigrette. It is bright, juicy, and exactly the kind of salad that works for lunch, dinner, or a backyard table full of people. Along the way, they get into Sonoma produce, summer hosting, farmers market cooking, and why…
The July 4th Steak Dinner with Stacy London
Ep 406 · Jul 1, 2026 · 43 min
Today on Chewed Up, Michael Symon and Clinton Kelly welcome Stacy London for a July 4th episode built around one of summer's best meals: grilled skirt steak with a charred tomatillo salsa, grilled corn, and all the tricks that make steak feel simple instead of intimidating. Along the way, they talk cooking confidence, summer hosting, and the kind of food that tastes even better when eaten outside. And because it would not be Chewed Up without a little chaos, Stacy also tries to prove that air-fr…
The 4th of July Watermelon Salad You'll Make Every Year
Ep 405 · Jun 29, 2026 · 37 min
Today on Chewed Up, Michael Symon and Clinton Kelly welcome guest co-host Janette Donnarumma for a full-on watermelon episode built for July 4th entertaining. She brings two easy summer crowd-pleasers: a watermelon Aperol spritz margarita and a bright watermelon, cucumber, feta, and herb salad served straight out of a carved watermelon bowl. It is fresh, festive, and exactly the kind of menu that works for backyard hangs, hot weather, and the people who always ask what to bring. Along the way, t…
The Sausage Sandwich That Tastes Like Summer
Ep 403 · Jun 24, 2026 · 36 min
Today on Chewed Up, Michael Symon and Clinton Kelly are joined by guest co-host Allison Cancro for a full-on Jersey Italian summer plate: sweet and hot sausage with peppers and onions, served sandwich-style, with a fresh corn and tomato salad on the side. It is simple, crowd-friendly, and exactly the kind of cookout food that tastes like summer and family all at once. Along the way, they get into Italian American food traditions, Jersey produce, sausage loyalties, and the kind of meal that works…
20-Minute Tuna Steak Dinner with Ereka Vetrini
Ep 401 · Jun 22, 2026 · 43 min
Today on Chewed Up, Michael Symon and Clinton Kelly welcome guest co-host Ereka Vetrini for a episode built around two fast summer dishes. It is an easy, flavor-packed menu that feels elevated without being complicated. Along the way, they get into summer entertaining, pantry shortcuts, protein trends, social media food culture, and why simple food still works best when the ingredients do the heavy lifting. Guest: Ereka Vetrini Social: (@erekav) Thanks to our Sponsors: Frontgate → Premium home,…
Michael Symon and Marco Canora Make the Coziest Chicken Dinner
Ep 417 · Jun 17, 2026 · 33 min
Today on Chewed Up, Michael Symon and Clinton Kelly are joined by chef Marco Canora for a roast chicken dish that also explains one of his signature broths. Marco makes a crisp-skinned chicken with a lemon, garlic, rosemary, and olive oil pan sauce, then shows how those same comforting flavors inspired Tuscan Sun, a broth designed to drink like a savory reset instead of another cup of coffee. Along the way, they get into broth as a daily ritual, why good stock matters so much in pan sauces, and…
Michael Symon's Father's Day Pork Chop Dinner
Ep 402 · Jun 15, 2026 · 40 min
Today on Chewed Up, Michael Symon makes a Father's Day worthy dinner that feels impressive without being overly complicated: grilled pork chops topped with a cherry, pecan, and bourbon gastrique. Along the way, he breaks down how to season pork properly, cook it to the right temperature, and build a sauce that balances sweetness, acidity, richness, and texture. It is juicy, a little smoky, a little sweet, and exactly the kind of dish that looks restaurant level but is still very doable at home.…
Carla Hall's Buffalo Chicken Cornbread Toast
Ep 334 · Jun 8, 2026 · 17 min
Today on Chewed Up Bites, Carla Hall gives leftover rotisserie chicken a bold second act with buffalo chicken, a crunchy celery blue cheese slaw, and toasted cornbread underneath. It has everything you want from buffalo wings in a less messy, more buildable bite with heat, tang, crunch, and just enough sweetness from the cornbread. It is spicy, satisfying, and exactly the kind of leftovers recipe that feels like a real meal instead of an afterthought. 🙌 Special Thanks to Our Sponsors: Frontgate…
Clinton Kelly's Leftover Chicken Salad
Ep 333 · Jun 3, 2026 · 18 min
Today on Chewed Up, Clinton Kelly gives leftover rotisserie chicken a real second chance with a crunchy, colorful salad packed with red cabbage, carrots, bok choy, scallions, peppers, and a simple sesame soy dressing. It is quick, fresh, satisfying, and exactly the kind of easy lunch that makes leftovers feel like a win instead of an obligation. Along the way, the conversation gets into meal routines, practical lunches, pantry staples, and why not every great salad needs lettuce to work. 🙌 Spec…
Michelle Bernstein's Cuban Sandwich Empanadas
Ep 330 · Jun 1, 2026 · 32 min
Today on Chewed Up, Michael, Carla, and Clinton are joined by chef Michelle Bernstein in Miami Beach for a crispy, handheld twist on a local classic: Cuban sandwich empanadas. Filled with ham, lechón, Swiss cheese, pickles, and yellow mustard, these take everything people love about a Cuban and turn it into a golden fried bite. Along the way, they talk Miami Beach food culture, Latin flavors, live fire cooking, and why Michelle's version works so well: it keeps the soul of the sandwich while giv…
Michael Symon's Famous Chicken Mac and Cheese
Ep 332 · May 27, 2026 · 16 min
Today on Chewed Up, Michael Symon makes one of the dishes that followed him for years: a rich rotisserie chicken mac and cheese with goat cheese, fresh rosemary, and rigatoni. What started as a smart way to use leftover rotisserie chicken turned into one of his most requested recipes and a dish that stayed on the menu far longer than he expected. It is creamy, comforting, and surprisingly simple to pull together, especially if you already have chicken in the fridge and want to turn it into somet…
Clinton Kelly's Easy Morning Meal Prep
Ep 331 · May 25, 2026 · 17 min
Today on Chewed Up, Clinton Kelly shares the simple breakfast prep that has made his mornings easier: overnight oats. With oats, oat milk, chia seeds, and a few smart topping options, this is an easy make-ahead breakfast that helps take the decision making out of busy mornings. Along the way, the conversation turns to meal prep, portion control, breakfast habits, and the small routines that can make healthy choices feel a lot more manageable. 🙌 Special Thanks to Our Sponsors: Frontgate → Premiu…
We Made 3 Very Different Avocado Toasts
Ep 329 · May 20, 2026 · 17 min
Today on Chewed Up, we take one of the most overhyped dishes out there and turn it into something way more fun: three different avocado toasts from three very different points of view. Michael builds his with herbs, citrus, olive oil, flaky salt, and chile. Clinton goes bright and throwback with grapefruit, red onion, honey, and poppy seeds. Carla keeps it simple and sharp with herbs and crispy shallots. It is part taste test, part argument, and part reminder that avocado toast is only boring if…
We Tried 8 Salsas So You Don't Have To
Ep 328 · May 18, 2026 · 16 min
Today on Chewed Up, we put 8 different salsas head to head to find out which one is actually worth buying. Fresh, jarred, chunky, smooth, mild, hot. We taste them all blind and judge them on balance, texture, freshness, heat, and how well they actually work with chips. Along the way, we find a few surprises, argue over spice levels, and narrow the whole bracket down to the salsas we would actually buy again. Special Thanks to Our Sponsors: Frontgate → Premium home, kitchen, and entertaining esse…
Carla Hall Shows You How to Make Better Biscuits
Ep 327 · May 13, 2026 · 18 min
Today on Chewed Up, Carla Hall breaks down the biscuit techniques that can actually make your biscuits better. From grated cold butter and smart flour handling to stacking the dough for layers and using a muffin tin for more uniform drop biscuits, this episode is all about the little changes that make a big difference. She also shows how the same exact dough can turn into two completely different biscuits depending on the method, proving that technique matters just as much as the recipe. Special…
Michael Symon Teaches the Knife Skills Everyone Should Know
Ep 326 · May 11, 2026 · 19 min
Today on Chewed Up, Michael Symon breaks down the knife skills every home cook should know. From sharpening and honing to proper grip, rocking motion, slicing herbs, dicing onions, and choosing the right cutting board, this episode is all about making prep easier, safer, and faster. If cooking ever feels slow or frustrating before the pan even gets hot, this is the episode that helps fix that. Special Thanks to Our Sponsors: Frontgate → Premium home, kitchen, and entertaining essentials — includ…
Clinton Kelly Makes Corn Dogs for the First Time
Ep 325 · May 6, 2026 · 17 min
Today on Chewed Up, Clinton Kelly does something he almost never does: he makes a dish on camera without testing it first. The result? Homemade corn dogs that are crispy, airy, golden, and way better than they had any right to be on a first try. Along the way, the crew talks fair food, roller coasters, frying tricks, what makes a good corn dog batter, and why keeping the oil at the right temperature is the whole game. Special Thanks to Our Sponsors: Frontgate → Premium home, kitchen, and enterta…
Carla Hall Makes Fried Kool-Aid
Ep 324 · May 4, 2026 · 16 min
Today on Chewed Up, Carla Hall is making one of the wildest fair foods out there: fried Kool-Aid. Think donut hole meets throwback red drink energy, finished with lemon sugar and a bright Kool-Aid glaze for a version that is way better than the over sweet fairground original. Along the way, the crew talks state fair memories, red drink nostalgia, donut texture, and why sometimes the grown up version of a childhood treat is the one that finally makes sense. Special Thanks to Our Sponsors: Frontga…
Michael Symon Makes Steak on a Stick
Ep 323 · May 1, 2026 · 19 min
On this episode of Chewed Up Bites, Michael Symon takes a fair food classic and makes it worth talking about: steak on a stick. Using flank steak, a bold marinade, and a hot grill, he recreates an old-school recipe that is simple, nostalgic, and way more delicious than it has any right to be. Along the way, the crew debates whether food is more fun on a stick, why mixed meat and veggie skewers do not work, and what makes a steak marinade actually worth doing overnight Special Thanks to Our Spons…
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