Spencer's BIG 30

- Season 2

(2019)

In under 30 minutes, chef Spencer Watts cooks up four hearty, rich, and mouth-watering French-Canadian dishes.

It's Tandoori Take-Out night as host Spencer Watts prepares five quick and easy Indian dishes that take little time, but are big in flavour.

Chef Spencer Watts cooks up a healthy and hearty meal for four that cuts down on time without sacrificing flavour.

Who doesn't love a good Southern-style barbeque while on a budget? Host Spencer Watts whips up a smoky homemade barbeque sauce to coat his spicy Oven Barbeque Chicken. While the chicken crisps up in the oven, Spencer moves onto his second dish: golden Cast Iron Cornbread. Sweet with a bit of crunch, Spencer pops this dish in the oven to get that perfect crispy crust. Next, Spencer makes a velvety Butterscotch Pudding. Sweet, smooth, and topped with chopped pecans for that extra nutty flavour, this dessert is sure to tantalize your taste buds. To finish, Spencer ...

There's nothing better than the classic flavours of Mediterranean ingredients, but sometimes dinner can get a little expensive. Host Spencer Watts shatters this stigma with a quick and affordable Greek meal for four. To start, Spencer prepares a tender and lemony side of Greek Potatoes - delicious. While he leaves the potatoes to crisp up in the oven, Spencer cooks a succulent Pork Souvlaki paired with a Tangy Dill Tzatziki. Next, Spencer grabs some fresh vegetables to whip up a quick Greek Country Salad topped with a simple oregano dressing and crumbled feta cheese. ...

Chef Spencer Watts shares some of his favourite recipes for a Gourmet Soup and Sammies night in around 30 minutes, for around 30 dollars. First, Spencer makes a simple, yet deliciously Creamy Tomato Bisque. While his soup simmers, Spencer combines ginger, mustard, apple cider vinegar, and honey for a sweet and tangy dressing to add to his Citrus Ginger Frisée Salad. For a punch of flavour, Spencer adds fresh orange slices to the salad. Next, Spencer prepares his main course: Rustic Tuna Melts. A household classic, Spencer adds capers for a pop of flavour and texture. ...

Quick and inexpensive doesn't have to mean unhealthy. Chef Spencer Watts cooks up a fresh take on a Thai-inspired meal in around 30 minutes, for around 30 dollars. Inspired by a traditional Thai dish, Spencer whips up sweet and salty Pork Lettuce Wraps. Crispy lettuce perfectly counters the tangy pork in every bite. Looking for luscious flavour in his next dish, Spencer combines three key ingredients to make a bright and creamy Coconut Mint Pea Soup. For a cool and quick salad, Spencer tosses together noodles, crunchy peanuts, sweet peppers, carrots, and fresh ...

What's better at the end of a long day than comforting classic dishes? Chef Spencer Watts shows us that cooking comfort food doesn't require a full day in the kitchen - it can be done in 30 minutes. Spencer begins with a homey Chicken Stew filled with onions, crunchy carrots, and celery. Tossing in some bay leaves to pull out the flavour, Spencer leaves the stew to simmer and prepares some biscuits for dipping. Crunchy on the outside, yet soft on the inside, Spencer's Herb Butter Biscuits are filled with fresh flavours to contrast the hearty stew. Next, Spencer tosses...

It'll only take you around 30 minutes to impress your loved ones with chef Spencer Watts's budget-friendly Italian feast. Spencer starts his meal by preparing an ooey-gooey Cannelloni dish. Creamy ricotta with fresh spinach for a rich filling, these delicious cannelloni are sure to keep bellies happy. Garlic bread is a classic side for an Italian feast, but Spencer has a healthier alternative: Roasted Garlic Zucchini. Then, it's time for a crunchy and savoury salad. Combining some key Italian ingredients, he quickly whips up a Radicchio, Bean, and Parmesan Salad that ...

Moroccan cuisine typically combines a million flavours and host Spencer Watts shows us how to bring that intensity home in a few simple steps. Spencer starts his meal by preparing a delectable Pearl Couscous Salad. Tossed with honey, peas, and apricots, this sweet salad pairs perfectly with the bold flavours of Spencer's main dish - Shakshuka. This a traditional Moroccan dish features silky eggs poached in tomato sauce and accented with cumin, paprika, and cinnamon for that extra burst of flavour. Using the same spices, Spencer tosses in some cayenne and red pepper ...

Everyone loves a classic pub meal, but don't always have the time to make it. Stay in with celebrity chef Spencer Watts as he prepares traditional pub dishes in under 30 minutes, for around 30 dollars. First, Spencer makes a sizzling Quick Pub Steak featuring a fragrant rub of peppercorns, pickling spice, and pickling salt to intensify the flavour of the meat. Next up is Spencer's sweet Honey Thyme Roasted carrots which he pairs with nutty wedges of Brown Butter Cabbage, the perfect side to his delicious steak. Then, Spencer prepares a pub favourite: Creamy Dreamy ...

It's Fajita Night in host Spencer Watts kitchen as he cooks up Mexican recipes in around 30 minutes, for around 30 dollars. First up, Spencer inspires with healthy and delicious Blackened Salmon Fajitas. Blackening usually falls to store-bought spices, but Spencer shows us some quick tips on how to use heat in your own mix to save you time and money. To counter the heat of the salmon, Spencer whips up a zesty Lime and Cumin Mayo. Next up, Spencer prepares a classic Mexican dip with his own twist: delicious Green Pea Guacamole. What's better than one dip? Two. Spencer ...