Watching Rachael Ray

From EVOO to Pots and Pans, to cutlery - Rachael Ray has run the gamut of Kitchenware, and she’s not done yet! Town and Country announced recently that they’re preparing for a new Rachael Ray textile and table linen line.

The Food Network-TV chef recently paired up with Town and Country, a $163 million table linens and $65 million kitchen textiles supplier, to create for launch this market a collection of kitchen textiles donning the Rachael color palette. The table linens line is still in the works and is slated for unveiling at the February market.

Judi Alexander, Town and Country’s vp of licensing and marketing, told HTT the kitchen textiles were made to coordinate with Ray’s cookware, cutlery and dinnerware lines. There will be two design styles for the launch – a striped group and a contemporary floral collection. They come in four colorways – orange, blue, yellow, and green.

“It’s very fun and very fresh,” Alexander said.

Price points are still in development, but the line targets department and specialty stores.

“She has such a strong connection with the American consumer and our products help round out the total Rachael Ray lifestyle for her customers,” said David Beyda, Town and Country chairman.

At least they won’t be all orange!

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Ali Larter - Repeat

Rachael kicks off her search for the Worst Kitchen in America! Tune in all week to see who the contenders are and what Rach has planned for them. Then, does your sex life need a jumpstart? Find out how to spice things up in the bedroom and keep your romance sizzling! Plus, Heroes star Ali Larter has a surprise for a real-life hero, and she’s testing her powers in the kitchen with Rach making meatball heroes.

Katherine McPhee - Repeat

American Idol’s Katharine McPhee performs her hot single and talks about her struggle with bulimia. Plus, how does Good Housekeeping decide which products are the best of the best? Take a behind-the-scenes tour of their labs to make sure you’re getting bang for your buck. Then check out day two of our search for the Worst Kitchen in America!

Law & Order: SVU’s Chris Meloni - Repeat

Rachael is putting Law & Order: SVU’s Chris Meloni under arrest for crimes in the kitchen as they make spicy Bloody Mary burgers! Plus, meet a 22-year-old who’s living at home, is $50,000 in debt, and her folks continue to bail her out! Is she a shopaholic, and can she break the addiction? Then, Evette’s got three quick ways to make over a room.

“My Kids Want Plastic Surgery!” - Repeat

Would you let your teenager get breast implants as a graduation gift? When it comes to teenage plastic surgery, how young is too young? It’s a heated debate with doctors, parents and teens weighing in. Then, gorgeous Mena Suvari dishes on the pressures of being beautiful in Hollywood and Rachael whips up a 15-minute meal.

Worst Kitchen in America - Repeat

Rachael reveals the absolute Worst Kitchen in America! You won’t believe how she transforms it and how you can give your kitchen a whole new look without busting your budget! Then, the doctor is in to talk about everyday human behavior - what’s normal and when your idiosyncrasies should be a cause for concern. Plus, Rachael spices up a traditional chicken dinner.

No, no no - not the turkey, the Magazine! Stuff Magazine has a list of the Hottest Women on the Food Network on their website. Unsurprisingly, since Rachael Ray practically IS the food network, she made the list. Surprisingly, they found 7 other women on the network!

Rachael comes in at a measly number seven on the list of ten. I agree with the ones she beat out - but some of the others? Oh my… Here, judge for yourself! I give you the list, and their reasons!

10. Ina Garten of he Barefoot Contessa. Mainly, because she’s rich and cooks.
9. Sara Moulton of Sara’s Secrets and Cooking Live. For culinary hotness. Ooooh…kay…
8. Cat Cora of Iron Chef America. She knows more about crawfish then Emeril.
7. Rachael Ray of every show on the network. From frumpy to white castle date worthy.
6. Ellie Kreiger of Healthy Appetite. For her nymph-like hair and huge smile.
5. Robin Miller of Quick Fix Meals. Huge eyes and smile that’s sweet yet sultry.
4. Sandra Lee of Semi-Homemade Cooking. Eerily smooth skin and powdered sugar.
3. Nigella Lawson of Nigella Feasts. She fills out her sweater. That’s all it takes. ha.
2. Paula Deen of Home Cooking and Party. …..I.. I can’t even paraphrase without thinking.. WHAT? SERIOUSLY? because she smells like fried chicken and butter, apparently.

and at number 1 - Giada De Laurentis, or as I like to call her - the Bobblehead.

How is it that Rachael is only number 7 on that list? I mean seriously… Paula DEEN, people!

I’m.. speechless. Ok, not really, as this is clearly in jest, but.. Paula Deen?! Oy!

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If I had $300 dollars I would buy________.

What would you buy with $300? Or even $200 or $100? Now is your chance to find out! Comment on any 451 Press site (like THIS one, for example!) during the month of August and you could win! Three comments will be chosen at random to win a cash prize of $300, $200 or $100.

So don’t be shy! Say hello, and get a chance at some easy cash!

Here’s a clip of his visit to the Rachael Ray Show (shown again yesterday)

Don’t forget, you can visit the Yum-O organization at RachaelRay.com!

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And for those who have wondered why we had new shows while The Rachael Ray Show is said to be on hiatus - it is as we suspected. These are previously unseen episodes, not recently filmed. At You Tube - this is said to have filmed last September, though it was aired July 25th.

Rachael and John seem pretty cosy there - as they always do! More fuel for the no divorce fire?

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..to the top… of the Hamptons, at least! The New York Post’s Page Six reported Sunday that Rachael Ray and husband John Cusimano are in contract to buy a place in Southampton fir just under $3 million.

Included in the 6.2-acre Tuckahoe Lane estate, bordering the Southampton and Shinnecock golf courses, are a three-bedroom main house, two-bedroom pool house with sauna, separate guest cottage, pond, heated pool and lush gardens.

Somewhat disappointing is the minuscule kitchen pictured in the Prudential Douglas Elliman listing.

If this is the kitchen they’re referring too? Um, sign me up! That’s bigger then my living room!

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Firehouse Chili Cook-Off - New!

The top four chili cookin’ firefighters in the country are competing in Rach’s first four-alarm chili cook-off!

Then, three delish recipes that will use all those chili leftovers, and try a better-than-nothing workout.

Fashion Fake-Outs - New!

Got a problem area that you need help hiding? Get Gretta’s sneaky tips that’ll fake everyone out! Then, tricks for getting out the toughest stains, Rach heads back to high school and she’s got a south of the border burger!

President Bill Clinton - Repeat

It’s a huge day on the show when President Bill Clinton comes by and hits the kitchen with Rach! But first, they’re talking about his childhood struggles with weight — did you know he weighed 185 when he was only 13? — and their new partnership that will change the way kids eat.

Aaron Eckhart - Repeat

Hollywood hunk Aaron Eckhart is giving the goods on his leading ladies like Gwyneth, Julia and his latest co-star, Catherine Zeta-Jones. Then, meet two moms with two different problems: One mom turns a real life nanny nightmare into a Hollywood-worthy story. The other mom refuses to even let her daughter out of her sight! Life Coach Harriette Cole has tips for parents who are with their kids 24/7, including how to let go without feeling separation anxiety.

How to Make Over Anything - Repeat

From how to make over your ugly bridesmaid dresses to Kristan’s simple improvements that can help you sell your house faster, you’ll get great ideas for how to make over practically anything! Plus, a lucky audience member gets a makeover from Gretta, and Rachael’s giving the classic Caesar salad a flavorful twist.

In case you missed it today (Or when it aired in November) Here are the clips of Jeffrey Dean Morgan on the show - could he BE any cuter? Who doesn’t wish he could show back up as a ghost on Grey’s Anatomy?! SIGH!

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So, did you miss the Open House last weekend on the food network? Me too! Have no fear, though! We can see the new kitchen in all its Orange Glory this weekend too! Two more showings of Rachael Ray’s Open House will air THIS WEEKEND - July 28, 2007 4:00 PM ET/PT, July 29, 2007 2:00 PM ET/PT on the Food Network. Set your TiVo’s and TiVo wannabe’s!

And you can get the recipe’s Rachael and (still not an ex) hubby John will be making here:

Bloody Johnny’s
Chorizo Egg Cups
Beef Tips with Mushroom, Sherry, Garlic and Butter-Almond-Citrus Rice
Bean Salad with Citrus Juice and Hot Sauce
Charred Bread with Garlic and Tomato
Grilled Lamb Chops with Arugula, Aged Goat Cheese, California Peaches and Toasted Almonds
Caramelized Onion, Mushroom and Goat Cheese Tart
Judy’s Salmon Dip
Fleur’s Chocolate Chunkies

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In case you missed it the first two times on the show (a couple months ago, and yesterday) here’s the clip of Dr. Tess Mauricio on the show with her youth treatment, using it on Rachael as Dr. Phil’s wife holds her hand.

And don’t forget - brand new episode today!

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Nothing goes better with the dog days of summer then ice cold ice cream! The current issue of Everyday With Rachael Ray thinks so too, and has followed up last issues discussion of the best Popsicles with the same type of contest with ice cream. Using the most basic of basic flavors - Chocolate and Vanilla, testers rigorously and laboriously tasted spoonful after spoonful of creamy treats. (WHERE can I sign up for that job?!) They risked additional pounds and brain freeze to give you the following consensus:

The best Chocolate award goes to Berkshire Ice Cream.

We were searching for an ice cream with a smooth texture and a flavor worthy of being called “chocolate.” But many contenders fell short: Some were sugary; one tasted strangely like marshmallows. Berkshire was exactly what we were looking for. One panelist admired its fudginess and density, while another tasted a hint of coffee that rounded out the rich chocolate flavor.

The Best Vanilla award goes to Haagen-Dazs.

The simple things are always the toughest to perfect. Our vanilla taste test yielded some duds. Some were sickeningly sweet, others synthetic tasting. But Häagen-Dazs got it right. We love the vanilla-bean taste; experienced tasters picked up subtle caramel and maple notes. The creamy texture convinced all of us that pain old vanilla can be anything but.

What are you favorites Ice Cream flavors to wile away the summer heat? Do you eat it slow and risk melting, or fast and risk brain freeze?

If it’s the latter (caused by cold touching the roof of your mouth, dilating the blood vessels in your head - betcha didn’t know THAT did ya? [Me either - I read it in EDRR]) and you give yourself a case of Brain Freeze, just press your tongue against the roof of your mouth as soon as you feel the freeze coming on. It’ll lick the problem lickety split (…ha!) and you can resume your frosty enjoyment that much faster!

Now, where’s my Haagan-Dazs?

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Two new shows for us this week, kids!

Kid Travel Horror Stories - NEW!
Are your kids sabotaging your summer vacation? If traveling with them is a nightmare, tune in for real-life advice that’ll keep your little ones happy - and your sanity intact! Then, the ultimate knife know-how guide to get you chopping like a pro! Plus, Rach is making a people-pleasing and pup-pleasing burger.

Robin McGraw’s Beauty Secrets - Repeat
Dr. Phil’s gorgeous wife is sharing her secrets for looking fabulous over 50! Find out about a new high-tech machine she swears by and how you can follow her at-home regimen using ingredients you’ve already got in the house! (Bonus: See Dr. Phil getting in touch with his feminine side!) Then, it’s the scariest part of summer: finding a swimsuit that actually fits. With Gretta’s help you’ll be beach ready in no time! Enter for a chance to win a copy of Robin McGraw’s book, Inside My Heart!

Meal Makeover - NEW!
Rachael is being challenged to turn a viewer’s five-hour stuffing recipe into a 30-minute meal! Then, our first-ever couples challenge will have you wondering how well you really know your partner, and get Rach’s guide to what you should - and shouldn’t - spend money on in your kitchen.

Jeffrey Dean Morgan - Repeat
When is it OK to snoop on your kids and when should you just butt out? We’ve got parents on both sides of the debate and an expert weighing in on the message you’re sending to your children. Then, Jeffrey Dean Morgan’s character died on Grey’s Anatomy, but now he’s alive and well in Rachael’s kitchen! Plus, Rachael reveals the brand new American Girl doll! Enter for a chance to win an American Girl doll!

Kenny Loggins - Repeat
Meet a woman who tries to control everything her family does. Life coach Harriette Cole steps in with tips for controlling people and advice for bringing peace to your household. Then, a rare private concert with Kenny Loggins, and Rachael’s got a few surprises up her sleeve when she calls viewers herself!

KM commented on the weekly post and asked about the recipes seen on the show on Thursday - especially for the Classic Cheese Fondue. Well, KM, you’re wish is my command! Here ya go!

Classic Cheese Fondue
Guacamole and BLT Dip
Mediterranean Feta Dip

Enjoy, and be sure to let us know how they come out!

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The votes are in - check and see what other Rachael Ray fans would do if they had 30 extra minutes in their day to do whatever they want! Here’s a peek at some of them…

I’d prepare New Orleans’ famous red beans and rice with a good Cajun sausage, to celebrate the spirit of my native city.
—Ronald Treadway, Acworth, GA
I’d be at my easel, painting.
—Jennifer Riffle, Uniontown, OH
I’d walk around or drive somewhere and see what interesting photos I could take.
—Kim Becker, Houston
I should say I’d exercise with an extra 30 minutes, but in all reality, I’d probably be on the couch eating Ho Hos!
—Melissa Hore, Brigham City, UT

Check out the rest of the ideas at the Every Day with Rachael Ray website!