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Kelsey's Essentials

Kelsey's Essentials

On the fourth season of "The Next Food Network Star," Kelsey Nixon was voted Fan Favorite and was a finalist among those hoping to earn his or her own cooking show. Although she didn't win that competition, her persistence paid off, as the broadcast journalist-turned-culinary artist hosts this series designed to provide the next generation of food lovers with essential kitchen techniques. Kelsey shares her list of must-have pantry items and useful gadgets, and provides tips on everything from roasting to baking, to guide viewers through the creation of extraordinary dishes.
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Record to watch 18 episodes in the next two weeks

    Junk Food Essentials
    My Trip to San Fran
    Burgers
    Unexpected Desserts
    Fresh Pasta
    On the Go
    Pork Four Ways
    Amazing Mashups
    Restaurant Inspiration
    Jamaican
  • Junk Food Essentials

    Hot dog in homemade cornbread bun; funnel cake; cotton candy lemonade.
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  • My Trip to San Fran

    Kelsey remembers her trip to San Francisco; paella with a twist; fideos with shrimp and chorizo; buttery pilaf; crab tapas.
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  • Burgers

    Kelsey shares her essential tips and recipes for the best burgers.
    Upcoming
  • Unexpected Desserts

    Surprising desserts; custom cupcake bar; ice cream cake; dry ice root beer float; carrot cookies with orange buttercream frosting.
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  • Fresh Pasta

    Hand-cut cannelloni with luscious Italian sausage; spinach and ricotta in a simple red sauce; fettuccine with savory yellow squash and Parmesan-lemon cream sauce.
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  • On the Go

    Kelsey flips fast food on its head and makes delicious and portable food in no time.
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On the fourth season of "The Next Food Network Star," Kelsey Nixon was voted Fan Favorite and was a finalist among those hoping to earn his or her own cooking show. Although she didn't win that competition, her persistence paid off, as the broadcast journalist-turned-culinary artist hosts this series designed to provide the next generation of food lovers with essential kitchen techniques. Kelsey shares her list of must-have pantry items and useful gadgets, and provides tips on everything from roasting to baking, to guide viewers through the creation of extraordinary dishes.

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