Cooking for Real

Sunny shares new brunch ideas that are easy and impressive. Eggs baked in crispy potato nests will draw raves alongside grilled asparagus and eye-catching Pistachio Poppy Bread.

Sunny never lets cool weather get between her and a grilled burger. She's firing up the grill indoors today for her Sunny Side Up Burger, served with a crisp salad and Sweet n Smoky Onion Rings.

Sunny's in the kitchen with a new round of her maximum-flavor, minimum-work recipes. Her smoky grilled pork chops, served with Cheesy Mini Popovers and a warm spring salad, make a flavor-packed meal in a snap.

Take a tasty stroll down Easy Street with Sunny as your guide. Her menu today: Easy Salmon Pie, wrapped in flaky puff pastry, and a crunchy Triple-A Salad with Pomegranate Dressing.

Sunny serves up some classic crowd-pleasers with a twist. Smoked Turkey Leg and Green Bean Salad, mild jalapeno-flecked deviled eggs, and homemade granola travel well to potlucks, picnics, or your dinner table!

Sunny spices things up with flavors from the Caribbean. Sunny's Fish Escoveitch combines crispy fish fillets with spicy pickled veggies, and her Bammy Buns are the perfect habanero-studded rolls to pair alongside. Cool your palate with a Pineapple Sparkler.

Sunny has a good-for-you meal that really satisfies. Her Zesty Chicken Meatballs and Collard Green Pesto Linguine are packed with nutrition and flavor alike; celebrate having it all with a refreshing Blackberry Gin Fizz Float.

It's mussel night at Sunny's place, and tonight's special? Mussels with Chorizo. Sop-tastic Garlic bread soaks up the tasty broth, and Honeydew Tropic Freeze washes everything down.

Sunny transports you to sunny San Juan with a Puerto Rican specialty: Pernil. This slow-roasted pork shoulder boasts tender meat and crispy skin; Sunny's take on mofongo completes the meal.

Sunny brings extra flavor without extra work. Today's tasty menu features Easy Grilled Honey-Dijon Chicken, with Tangy Tater Salad and chocolatey Black Forest Cupcakes.

Sunny merges spring flavors with winter comfort. Her Roasted Halved Chicken and Minty-Green Lima Bean Puree are fresh tasting yet satisfying; a PB&J Choc-tini puts a grown-up twist on favorite flavors from childhood.

Sunny gets inspired by the food in a Brooklyn, New York neighborhood. Mild, beef-stuffed Cubanelle peppers and her Summer Corn Salad are brimming with Latin spices and herbs; crispy Cheese and Guava Pockets are bite-sized desserts.

Sunny loves to make great first impressions, so today she shows you how to make your mark with delicious, easy to prepare food. Her Yummy Baked Chicken Drummies feature warm spices and caramelized onions, then her spiraled pavlova dessert finishes the meal with a bang.

Growing up, cooking was an all day affair for Sunny and her family. These days, she does her best to simplify old favorites like Chicken and Dumplings without skimping on the flavor. Plus a Strawberry and Chocolate Jiggle-Fluff Pie.

Sunny whips up a meal that's super comforting, and inexpensive too! Creamy Chicken and Wild Rice Casserole, rich with mushrooms and gruyere cheese, is comfort food at its best. A slice of Sunny's Grandma's Apple Pound cake will melt all your worries away.

Sunny has an Easy Peasy way to satisfy both your friends and your schedule at your next dinner party. Her split pea soup, chunky pimento cheese spread, and Big Chopped Salad all bring big flavors in no time at all.

Sunny gets fresh in the kitchen, highlighting the best of winter produce. Spinach pesto, sweet and buttery with hazelnuts, makes easy homemade ravioli pop. Two winter squash team up for a sweet-spicy side, and citrus infuses ruby red sangria.

Sunny loved Fridays at school, especially when fried fish sandwiches were on the lunch menu! Now Sunny's Crunchy Catfish Sandwich, along with an easy mac n cheese and fresh fruit juice, can please her inner kid and her grown-up taste buds any day of the week.

Sunny, inspired by her days in the Golden State, whips up a classic West Coast combo: Chicken and Waffles. Paired with lightly sautéed collards, Sunny's take on the duo is sure to satisfy.

Sunny knows finger food at parties means delicious bites, and no dishes! Grab a cocktail napkin and savor beef-filled Bayridge Empanadas and crispy Chicken-Stuf't Potato Puffs, both served with a creamy ancho chile dipping sauce.

At the end of the rainbow, Sunny's pot is filled with food! Two pots, to be exact. In the first, tender chicken braises in a thick sauce of pumpkin seeds and ancho chilies. The second pot holds a rich molten chocolate cake.

Ever wonder what the American version of the traditional British pub fare Fish n' Chips tastes like? Sunny has! Ribs and Chips. Plus a recipe for Chocolate Butterscotch Pie.

Sunny knows the best meals aren't just good, they're stick to your ribs good! Like this spread, featuring her crunchy chicken fried steak, chunky diced potato gravy, and rich, cheesy Creamed Spinach.

There are great pairs in life and nothing beats grilled cheese and tomato soup. Sunny puts an adult twist on the classic pair with her Monte Cristo and Roasted Tomato Soup.

My tongue-twister menu does Green Eggs n Ham one better - though it does have green, and ham! It's my Pasta, Pancetta and Peas, a satisfying dish you can really twirl your fork in, but its light, fresh flavors won't weigh you down.

Beef, it's what's for dinner! But not just any beef - filet mignon! Grilled to juicy perfection, set atop crispy, flaky puff pastry and topped with rich, creamy wild mushroom sauce, my easy Beef Swellington is a - well - swell!

Whether cooking for yourself or for guests, breakfast doesn't always get the attention it deserves. Well, here's a morning menu that's worth waking up for, and it kicks off with my easy Breakfast Skillet.

Sunny celebrates summer with a batch of her famous stuffed cheeseburgers. Come hungry, there are also Plantain Chips and a Bananas Foster Shake on the menu!

There's the clean plate club, and now there's a clean bowl club! Sunny's Cream of Asparagus Soup will have you sopping up every last drop with her herbed flatbread. Treat yourself to fresh Balsamic Glazed Apricots for dessert.

Transport yourself to Asia with flavors from the Far East. Sunny recreates some favorites from abroad for you to enjoy at home: Asian Lettuce Wraps, Korean Yaki-Mandu dumplings, and Ginger Pear Tea.

Go under the sea, and South of the border with Sunny featuring recipes for Red Hook Ceviche, a Southwest Quesadilla plus authentic Mexican Mango on a Stick.

With Sunny's Real "Dill" Chicken Sandwich. On the side, a super elegant salad: starring fresh goat cheese with mixed greens and grilled corn. Plus fresh watermelon mojtos.

Sunny's menu packs in the nutrition and the flavor, with room for a decadent dessert in the end. With Salmon in a sweet and tangy blackberry ginger glaze with Wild Style Grains & Thangs and a PB&J sundae.

Re-connect with your tasty childhood favorites! Updated for your grown-up palate, this playful menu will satisfy the young and young at heart. Don't forget to bring crayons and games to the table!

Sunny Anderson teams up with her childhood friend to honor their Texas roots. Perfect for any special get-together , this easy, fun meal is perfect for reliving memories and making new ones.

Sunny Anderson proves that an elegant meal can also be easy and affordable! Make this meal for yourself tonight, or simmer up a big pot to feed a group of your favorite foodies.

Give your utensils the night off and dig into this hands-on meal! Perfect for entertaining, equally satisfying on nights when you just want to graze!

Sunny brings the outdoors indoors with a grilling menu you can make anytime, anywhere! Why wait for the perfect weather? Get your grill on today!

Take a trip to the Emerald Isle with Sunny and her Irish friend Fiona. Apple jelly from scratch does double duty as a glaze and condiment for Sunny's juicy lamb chops. One bite of those, with braised fennel and an Irish cream-spiked dessert, and you'll be smiling, too!

Sunny brings South of the border flavors up North to your kitchen with these Mexico-inspired favorites. Raise your glass of homemade Mexican soda and toast to this delicious meal. Salud!

Meals that cook up in one dish are easy, but they also have to be delicious to make it into Sunny's kitchen. One of her all-time favorites is Shepherd's Pie, especially when paired with another British import, found in her special strawberry float.

Put your time-honored recipes aside, it's time to experiment in the kitchen! Sunny Anderson puts creative spins on classic recipes to awaken your inner rebel and delight your taste buds!

Sunny Anderson takes a page out of the Old South with a meal all about hospitality and soul-satisfaction. Your heart and belly will warm to the core with this pot of creamy chicken, crispy strips of okra and tender, buttery succotash.

Whip up an elegant dinner for your sweetheart in a flash, saving time in the kitchen so you can enjoy your date night in. Enjoy an easy flaky fish dish alongside a hearty artichoke salad. This date night meal cooks up so fast, you'll even have time for a creamy dessert.

Sunny bridges the flavor gap between cold and warm weather eating, brightening a hearty roast beef dinner with fresh herbs and zingy horseradish sauce.

Give the man in your life some extra TLC with this hearty, satisfying meal. Grilled steak adds a smoky note to Sunny's chunky soup, and her Sticky Road Chocolate Bars are sweet, chewy, and everything but dainty!

When a trip to Philly's out of reach, Sunny satisfies her cheese steak cravings with a spiced-up spin on the classic sandwich. Crunchy Fried Onion Strips and a fresh Fruit Salad make this home cooked meal worth traveling for!

Sunny answers a viewer's request for a Caribbean chicken dish. It's stewed until tender, packs a kick of heat, and is served with sides that cool your taste buds and warm your belly.

Sunny proves you don't need expensive ingredients for a special meal; some of her most comforting recipes have simple and economical starts. Today's menu skimps on spending and splurges on flavor!

Sunny's bringing the Hawaiian sunshine to your house with a light, bright, island-style spread. Say Aloha to perfectly salty Lomi Lomi Salmon, Chicken Skewers with rich Peanut Sauce, and a refreshing chilled Asian Noodle Salad.

Sunny takes flavors from her favorite countries, then unites them on one plate! Today's inspirations hail from Germany, the Pacific Islands, and even retro USA.

Looking for something new to spice up your dinner table? Try Sunny's Southern-inspired chicken dinner: Apple Cider Sautéed Chicken, Pan Roasted Brussels Sprouts, Sunny's Upside-down Cornbread Cake plus a spiced Apple-Toddy.

Rise, shine, fiesta - then siesta! - with Sunny's flavor-packed Breakfast Enchiladas with Red Sauce. Homemade refried beans and refreshing Tequila Sunrise Sangria help start the day off right.

Upgrade your wings from party sides to main dish stars using Sunny's three top wing sauces. Everyone at your table will have a wing - or 3! - they'll love.

Follow Sunny's lead to the islands with warmly spiced wings, a salad bursting with fresh flavors and a cool, refreshing drink. Take your mid-week vacation tonight -- yeah, mon!

Every cook has a hero recipe, a fail-proof main that saves dinner time and again. For Sunny, that main is oxtail stew: it earns rave reviews, satisfies any comfort food craving.

Sunny's oyster po'boy and peel 'n eat shrimp are finger-lickin' good, and her orange-lime meringue pie is so good you won't mind picking up a fork for dessert.

This delicious menu will impress your guests with its elegance, and the recipes are amazingly easy to make.

Fried chicken is one of Sunny's greatest pleasures, one that only gets better when shared with friends. Sunny's recipe of course gets crispy skin and juicy, flavorful meat, and today's entire menu is as great outside at a barbecue as it is right at your kitchen counter.

In New York, warm weather means one thing to Sunny: Italian ice time! She's fallen hard for the frozen treat and today she's making it at home as the finale to her Italian meal.

Watch the Sunny magic as she whips up a main, two sides and a dessert in a flash. With recipes for Corny Mango Salmon, Zucchini Hash, Garlic Red Bliss Mash Potatoes and an Open-Faced Plum Tart.

Rise and shine with Sunny's kid-inspired but grown-up approved breakfast spread. PB&J reaches new heights in a pancake stack, and green eggs and ham get a Sunny spin that would impress the Dr. himself!

Sunny's getting in touch with her inner artist as she reimagines the all-American burger and fries meal. Her spicy ketchup punches up pork burgers and homemade root veggie fries, and she even extends her creative edge to her peaches and cream dessert...in cookie form!

There's nothing quite like a steaming, straight-from-the-oven pizza, studded with fresh ingredients. Taking cues from a master pizza chef and no-compromise shortcuts, Sunny shares secrets for making the perfect pie any night of the week.

When it's sunny outside, you won't find Sunny inside! Sunny's got a picnic menu that's fresh, flavorful and easy to eat while you relax in the sun, plus her hard lemonade packs easily to wash it all down.

Sunny pays tribute to her highschool days in San Antonio with this Tex-Mex fish taco spread. Her special cerveza batter is light and crispy on the fish, and the beer-and-fried-food flavor combo is a classic!

When you're craving a great bistro meal, don't rely on your corner spot, do it yourself! Sunny cooks up Grilled Chicken with White Wine Mushroom Sauce, Garlic Hasselback Potatoes with Herbed Sour Cream and Wilted Green Salad with Warm Bacon Vinaigrette. 

Thinking 'bout some good Southern style flavors? Sunny serves it up with her Apple and Onion-Stuffed Pork Chops, Vegetarian "Southern Style" Collard Greens and a sweet treat of Blueberry Peach Cobbler.

'Lederhosen beware! Sunny fills you up with her delicious, German inspired meal. She starts things off with a traditional hunter's dish of veal Jaegerschnitzel served over Southern Cheese Grits, Honey-Glazed Carrots and finishes it all of with a mouth-watering Baked Apple with Crisp Topping.

Some of the best Tex-Mex street food happens right in your own kitchen when Sunny whips up her Huevos Rancheros with Homemade Black Bean Puree, Mexican Street Corn and Homemade Churros with a hint of lime.

With a nod to New Orleans, Sunny gets things jazzed up with a spicy yet sweet Shrimp Pot Pie, a sweet note of French Toast with Caramelized Pecans, Strawberries and Cream and a Sazarak cocktail. Let the good times roll!

Ever crave some comfort food only to find yourself not so comforted? Sunny helps out when she brings it home with a belly-warming menu of Meatloaf in Tri-Color Pepper Molds, off-the-charts Macaroni and Cheese, and Shake Shots to cap it off.