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CHRISTOPHER KIMBALL'S MILK STREET TELEVISION: Everyday Venice

Polenta with Shrimp and Tomatoes
By Connie Miller. Courtesy of American Public Television
Polenta with Shrimp and Tomatoes

Saturday, Aug. 6, 2022 at 1:30 p.m. on KPBS TV / On Demand

On this episode, we learn from the rich tradition of Venice's cucina povera to prepare rustic, yet vibrant dishes. First, Milk Street Cook Bianca Borges makes Venetian Rice and Peas (Risi e Bisi), a creamy dish that uses a bright green vegetable broth as its secret ingredient.

Venetian Rice and Peas (Risi e Bisi)
By Connie Miller. Courtesy of American Public Television
Venetian Rice and Peas (Risi e Bisi)

Then, Milk Street Cook Josh Mamaclay prepares Polenta with Shrimp and Tomatoes.

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Finally, Christopher Kimball and Milk Street Cook Lynn Clark bake Venetian Cornmeal and Currant Cookies studded with liqueur-soaked fruit.

Venetian Cornmeal and Currant Cookies studded with liqueur-soaked fruit
By Connie Miller. Courtesy of American Public Television
Venetian Cornmeal and Currant Cookies studded with liqueur-soaked fruit

About Season 5:

Season 5 of CHRISTOPHER KIMBALL'S MILK STREET TELEVISION searches the world over for techniques and ingredients that can transform the way America cooks and eats. Each episode gives viewers the chance to meet cooks from around the world and see how their sources of inspiration result in a new style of home cooking. Host Chris Kimball and his team of cooks find techniques to help viewers produce bigger, bolder, simpler dishes with less time and effort.

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