Rachael Ray: Rachael's Daytime Talkshow

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Week of February 27

The "Back to Basics" Show

March 1, 2012

Calling all bacon lovers! Think you know how to perfectly prep this breakfast dish? Rachael is sharing her kitchen basics, including the right way to cook bacon — and it may not be how you think! Plus, Roma Downey on her new Little Angels, and Gretta decodes your denim with the secret to the most flattering styles for every figure.
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The Doctors' Lisa Masterson & "Toastachos"

March 2, 2012

Our "Mix & Match" show kicks off with fashion pro Zanna Roberts Rassi toning down one viewer's matchy-match wardrobe! Then, The Doctors’ Lisa Masterson shows you the medicines you can and can't mix, and Rachael's getting you ready for the weekend with a dish that combines two Mexican classics: Toastachos!
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Week of March 5

Smash's Megan Hilty Sings for Her Supper

March 5, 2012

Think you can spot a bargain? Play along with the audience as Gretta shows you how to get designer looks for less in "Save vs. Spend: The Essentials!" Then, join us for dinner theater when Smash's Megan Hilty sings for her supper — Mac 'n' Cheese with Parsnips and Roasted Cauliflower! Plus, the next time your favorite piece of furniture takes a beating, should you fix it or forget it? HGTV's John Gidding has the answers.
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Working Women Makeovers & Larry the Cable Guy

March 6, 2012

Meet an electrician, construction worker and firefighter who are ready for some much-deserved pampering! Kyan's treating them to makeovers and transforming these working women into high-fashion hotties! Then, why does Larry the Cable Guy's newest role have him trading in his sleeveless shirts for a tutu? Find out when he comes back to the kitchen table! Plus, get Rach's recipe for a hearty one-pan supper that will feed the whole family.
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Rach's Toughest Mystery Taster Ever!

March 7, 2012

Rachael has absolutely no clue who this mystery taster is, and he's so tricky he leaves her with more questions each time she tries to get answers about his identity! Then, our DIY pro is using kitchen staples like feather dusters and berries to reinvent clutch bags and scarves, and Rach whips up a classic pasta dish with a springtime twist.
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HGTV's John Gidding's Neighborhood Makeover

March 8, 2012

One neighborhood is getting the block party of a lifetime as HGTV's John Gidding treats lucky homeowners to a dose of his Curb Appeal home transformations! Plus, he's showing you three tricks to spruce up your exteriors for less than $50, Cougar Town's Christa Miller drops by, and don't miss Rach's Cheese and Green Chile Enchiladas!
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Rach's Kitchen Time-Savers & Great Hair in Half the Time

March 9, 2012

Rachael's showing you some of her best time-saving kitchen tips to help you get back that hour you'll lose when we turn the clocks forward this weekend! Then, get great hair with less fuss as we show you how to cut your prep time in half! Plus, the hilarious Adam Scott makes his first visit to the show with stories from his hit comedy, Parks and Recreation.
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Week of March 12

William Shatner Plays "Pop the Question"

March 12, 2012

The one and only William Shatner is here and we're letting you ask the questions in our new game, "Pop the Question!" Then, get spring style tips for your guy during a fashion show ripped straight from the pages of Glamour's "Dudes and Don'ts" column, and Rach is serving up Chicken Cordon Bleu!
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Easy St. Patrick's Day Corned Beef

March 13, 2012

Start planning your St. Patrick's Day supper with tips from the chef known as the "Irish Rachael Ray!" Then, Rach adds an easy corned beef recipe to the party menu, and Dana Delany joins the fun by letting us test her "Irish I.Q." during a game of "Body o' Proof!"
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The 6 Shoes Every Woman Should Own

March 14, 2012

Fashion expert Zanna Roberts Rassi is here with her "Shoes 411" to show you the six essential styles that belong in your closet! Then, get ideas for lunch or dinner in Rachael's sub shop as she serves up three new sandwiches, and Leslie Bibb is here fresh from her new TV show GCB!
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Jessica & Ashlee Simpson Talk Pregnancy Cravings & Motherhood

March 15, 2012

It's a double dose of Simpson women when superstar sisters Jessica and Ashlee join Rachael to talk about Jessica's baby bump, pregnancy cravings and romance! Plus, they turn the studio into a runway to show off fashion from their tween clothing line. What's for dinner? A burger with homemade tots!
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St. Patrick's Day "Mystery Taster" & Irish Pub Meatloaf

March 16, 2012

You don't have to wait until tomorrow to get your green on — we're hosting a St. Patrick's Day party today! But will Rachael feel the luck o' the Irish when she tries to identify our latest "Mystery Taster"? Plus, she's serving up a festive holiday spread with a new spin on pub fare: Mini Irish meatloaves!
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Week of March 19

Spring Clutter Overhaul with Buddy Valastro & Peter Walsh

March 19, 2012

Spring is right around the corner, so it’s time to get organized! First, Buddy Valastro helps you clear out your cupboards and pare down your supplies to the baking essentials! Then, Peter Walsh is helping viewers conquer the clutter in their packed closets and garages, and Rach joins in with a dish that will have your family cleaning their plates: Spaghetti with Creamy Spring Pea Pesto and Roasted Baby Meatballs.
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Is a Bra the Secret to Looking Slimmer?

March 20, 2012

Three brave viewers are reporting to "Bra Boot Camp" as Gretta exposes the undergarment basics that will have every woman looking slimmer! Then, NCIS' Pauley Perrette drops by with a secret of her own, Rach shares her newest brunch idea, and dinner is a roast chicken dish that you can prepare in just 30 minutes!
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Gloria Estefan & Soleil Moon Frye's Crafting Ideas for Kids

March 21, 2012

Parenting pro Jo Frost is back to bring some peace to a few family feuds, then mom of two Soleil Moon Frye shares some of her "Punky" crafts that your kids will love! Plus, celebrity mom Gloria Estefan is in the kitchen cooking up a spicy chili dinner, and don't miss '80s heartthrob Rick Springfield surprising one of his biggest fans!
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Finding Deals at the Farmers Market

March 22, 2012

Celebrate spring with our guide to farmers market shopping as we show you where to get the best deals and how to navigate the latest crops! Then, Hollywood's hot new star Shailene Woodley whips up a healthy treat in Rach's kitchen!
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Rach & Gwyneth: Who Really Wrote Their Cookbooks?

March 23, 2012

Rachael and Gwyneth Paltrow have a little something to say about a recent article about cookbook ghostwriters and this is the only place where you’ll see them set the record straight together! They’re answering questions about who really wrote their cookbooks! Then, the scissors come out when three long-haired viewers trade their lengthy locks for shorter and sassier 'dos, and for dinner it's Cream of Chicken and Leeks on Buttered Toast.
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Week of March 26

Dancing with the Stars Secrets & a Dorky Dad Makeover

March 26, 2012

Get the scoop on the new season of Dancing with the Stars from the reality show's sexy co-host, Brooke Burke-Charvet! But, how much does she really know about those hot moves? We're putting her skills to the test in our newest game, "Dance or Dish?" Then, if your man can't get enough of his ordinary khakis and button-down shirts, don't miss Fashion Star's John Varvatos when he transforms one dad's style from square to smokin'!
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Christian Slater and His Nude Scene

March 27, 2012

Did Rachael turn Christian Slater into a foodie? He's dishing on his culinary transformation and teasing the audience with a sneak peek of his Breaking In nude scene! Then, Rachael hits the kitchen to show you how to break in a cast iron skillet before whipping up her newest burger with homemade ranch dressing. Plus, why is Rachael shut inside a fog-filled box? Find out when our expert shows you the latest high-tech security measures for your home!
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Fergie Conquers Her Biggest Fear in Rach's Kitchen

March 28, 2012

For the first time ever, Grammy®-winner Fergie is in the studio! The star is dishing on her hubby Josh Duhamel, fielding audience questions and heading to the kitchen to shake up low-cal cocktails that are perfect for the warmer weather. Plus, recipes on a stick from Sunny Anderson, and dinner is a gluten-free lasagna with an easy homemade sauce.
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Tyra's Snack Secrets to Keep You Slim

March 29, 2012

Think you've seen supermodel Tyra Banks do it all? Not even close! It's a "Tyra Takeover" as she gets hands-on in a "Beauty with Banks" Q&A, gives the audience a catwalk lesson, and cooks up a fried chicken fake-out with Chef Rocco DiSpirito. Plus, she's got a sexy snack you've got to see to believe!
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Mystery Taster & Easy Home Décor Fake-Outs

March 30, 2012

End the week with some fun as our newest "Mystery Taster" arrives in the studio! But will Rach be able to guess the identity of one of her trickiest guests yet? Then, get ideas for your next home project as HGTV's Taniya Nayak serves up budget-friendly tips to revamp your décor without a toolbox!
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