A Purple Unicorn

Simple Italian

Hosted by Buddy Valastro, this cooking program takes various Italian-American dishes from Valastro's own family recipes and shows how they can be prepared in minimal time and using ingredients that are easily obtainable and affordable. Each meal usually consists of a main course, a side dish and a dessert and Buddy is joined in the kitchen by members of his family to show us how it's done and to add authenticity. Episodes feature Buddy and his wife Lisa making chicken Sorrentino with fusilli with a side of asparagus and chocolate dipped strawberries for dessert for date night; Auntie Anna revealing her secret recipes for manicotti and her chicken with vinegar peppers; or Buddy and his cousin Frankie reminiscing about the sights and food of Italian street fairs. The recipe for each dish can be found on the show's website.