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Essential Pepin
Special Spuds
Season 1
Episode 6
Jacques shows chef and restaurant owner Loretta Keller his step-by-step way to the perfect French Fry. He then makes smooth and creamy Garlic Mashed Potatoes, just like his aunt did years ago. Then another dish from his childhood, Potato Ragout. The refined version of scalloped potatoes, known as Gratin Dauphinoise, is next and finally, a French classic, Cream Puff Potatoes.
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Jacques honors his roots with recipes reflecting his U.S., French and Puerto Rican family.
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Jacques prepares Endive with Olives, a Gratin of Leeks, Classic Ratatouille and more.
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Jacques’ Good Lady Apples Bon Femme recipe satisfies with maple-sweetened fruit.
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Jacques cooks a perfect Grilled Steak with Lemon-Thyme Butter.
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Jacques makes Lobster in Artichoke Hearts, Shrimp Pane and Escoffier Quenelles.
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Crepes a la Confiture are a childhood favorite, and the batter is quick and easy to make.
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Ricotta Dumplings with Red Pepper Sauce make an easy lunch or supper.
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Jacques uses the oft-forgotten liver in a recipe for Pork Liver Pate.
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Jacques makes Cheesecake with Apricot-Blueberry Sauce and classic flan and mousse.
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Jacques makes Ragout of Asparagus and two gratins -- Zucchini and Tomato and Cauliflower.
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Jacques prepares Cured Salmon in Molasses, followed by two different preparations of tuna.
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Jacques demonstrates a Risotto with Vegetables that can make a perfect vegetarian meal.