Cooking just got simpler and faster.
Host Claire Robinson proves that you can make delicious dishes with only 5 ingredients or less. Armed with a super short list of everyday ingredients, Claire prepares quick and easy meals that are ideal for the workweek but also special enough for entertaining friends on the weekend. Claire’s upbeat attitude will inspire both novices and food lovers to get into their kitchens and cook! And when it’s 5 ingredients or less, how can you resist?
* Previous season episodes and recipes available here. [1]
Episode 1
Claire serves up some gastropub favourites with a gourmet twist. She’s turning each pub grub dish into a super simple five ingredient dish.
Recipes:
- Bangers and Mash [2]
- Cheddar Beer Soup [3]
- Soda Bread [4]
- Banoffee Mess [5]
Episode 2
Claire cooks up all the big flavours from the Big Easy as she serves up the perfect Bayou menu. She’s making all the New Orleans classic dishes including Catfish Po Boys, a remoulade sauce, hush puppies, red beans and rice and of course the signature cocktail of the South, the Hurricane.
Recipes:
- Hurricane [6]
- Hushpuppies [7]
- Catfish Po’ Boys [8]
- Remoulade Sauce [9]
- Slow Cooker Red Beans and Rice [10]
Episode 3
Claire uses the ultimate double duty ingredient to cook up some mouth watering dishes. Using eggs in every single dish, Claire takes the most versatile ingredient and creates four delicious recipes.
Recipes:
- Apple Gin Fizz [11]
- Parmesan Cheese Soufflé [12]
- Caesar Salad [13]
- Nutty Meringue Cookies [14]
Episode 4
On this episode Claire reveals her perfect potluck menu that will leave each and every guest asking for seconds. From appetizer to dessert she serves up some super simple yet impressive dishes.
Recipes:
- Mushroom Carpaccio [15]
- Sweet Braised Lamb Pasta [16]
- Minted Pea Puree Crostini [17]
- Poached Pears with Creamy Pecan Sauce [18]
Episode 5
Claire cooks up one of her all time favourite meals, breakfast. Each food favourite is bursting with flavour, including a delicious homemade toaster pastry that will take you back to your childhood.
Recipes:
- Fresh Tomato Bloody Mary [19]
- House Sausage [20]
- Homemade Toaster Pastry [21]
- Zucchini and Goat Cheese Frittata [22]
Episode 6
Claire cooks up some down right irresistible dishes that are all guilt free. Each recipe is super healthy and delivers all the flavour but with less fat.
Recipes:
- Green Tea Poached Salmon with Ginger Lime Sauce [23]
- Quickie Quinoa Salad [24]
- Lemon Chicken Soup [25]
- Peanut Butter and Nanner Ice Cream [26]
Episode 7
Claire serves up some all time favourite truck stop food, but with a twist. Because in this episode she’s going gourmet and turning some favourites into gourmet truck stop food.
Recipes:
- Bacon Cornbread [27]
- Honey Whipped Butter [28]
- Chicken Fried Steak [29]
- Squash Casserole [30]
- Lemon Pie Cookies [31]
Episode 8
It’s all about traditional Russian favourites as Claire takes the hearty and palatable dishes of Russian food and simplifies them by using only 5 ingredients.
Recipes:
- Winter Borscht [32]
- Beef Stroganoff [33]
- Herb Buttered Noodles [34]
- Spicy Pumpkin Vodka Infusion [35]
Episode 9
Claire makes the ultimate game day finger food for anyone and everyone who enjoys a savoury snack that takes no time at all.
Recipes:
- Bacon Prawns with Cheese Dip [36]
- Sweet Potato Fritters [37]
- BBQ Turkey Sliders [38]
- Olive Bites [39]
Episode 10
Claire takes some of the restaurant classic favourites and turns them inside out into simple and easy dishes by using only 5 ingredients.
Recipes:
- Blue Cheese and Tomato Salad [40]
- Steak Au Poivre [41]
- Mashed Potatoes with Crispy Fried Shallots [42]
- Chocolate Souffles [43]
Episode 11
Claire serves up the ultimate potluck menu and each sure-fire dish is packed with flavour. From a mouth watering appetizer to a decadent dessert, each recipe is a sure palate- pleaser for any party.
Recipes:
- Butternut Squash Soup [44]
- Roasted Chicken with Pomegranate Molasses [45]
- Rice Pilaf [46]
- Chocolate Truffles [47]
Episode 12
Claire uses the tropical flavours of Belize to serve up some mouth watering dishes from Central America. Claire turns some island favourites into 5 easy ingredient dishes.
Recipes:
- Ceviche [48]
- Jhessyka’s Fave Corn Pudding [49]
- Coconut Curry Shrimp [50]
- Belize Breeze [51]
Episode 13
On this episode Claire serves up the perfect money saving menu as she cooks up some savoury and sweet favourites.
Recipes:
- Stuffed Pork Chops [52]
- Wild Rice Salad [53]
- Stewed Apples [54]
- Mini Fried Candy Bars [55]