First things first, says Lidia Bastianich. Before I can even get the first question out of my mouth when I call her to talk ...

Lidia Mattichio Bastianich is one of the best-loved chefs on public television, a best-selling cookbook author, restaurateur, and owner of a flourishing food and entertainment business. Her current ...

Lidia Mattichio Bastianich is one of the best-loved chefs on public television, a best-selling cookbook author, restaurateur, and owner of a flourishing food and entertainment business. Her current ...

“It’s a favorite,” she says. If you’re not already acquainted, what makes the dish so special is the simple interplay of soft eggplant, creamy ricotta and a slightly sweet marinara sauce — ...

When you’ve got eggplant, ricotta and marinara, just roll with it First things first, says Lidia Bastianich. Before I can even get the first question out of my mouth when I call her to talk ...

First things first, says Lidia Bastianich. Before I can even get the first question out of my mouth when I call her to talk about one of my favorite Italian dishes, she wants to make sure I know ...

Chef Lidia Bastianich, an Emmy Award-winning TV host, cookbook author and restaurateur, is coming to the Shore. Bastianich will be honored during "Chefs Who Care," a fundraiser taking place ...

Eggplant rollatini has all the beauty of eggplant parmesan but with its own unique appeal.

5: While the eggplant is broiling, in a large bowl, stir together the ricotta, mozzarella, half of the Parmesan, the egg and parsley until well-combined. You should get about 3 cups of the filling.

First things first, says Lidia Bastianich. Before I can even get the first question out of my mouth when I call her to talk about one of my favorite I ...

Bastianich’s tips include choosing a firm, fresh eggplant, slicing it thick, dredging it in flour, then panfrying before draining, cooling, rolling, nestling in the sauce and baking until bubbly.

Ranch seasoning and Parmesan cheese give these wings the savory, tangy flavors you crave. Serve with a ranch dipping sauce, because why not?