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Fresh Food on TV Weekend Edition
With all the channels on broadcast TV and cable and the inevitable episode repeats, it's hard to sort out what's new or worthwhile. Let us sort it out for you so you don't miss anything worth watching. Times may vary with region; check your local listings for exact hour and channels.
Saturday (December 17)
The Pioneer Woman: The Drummond family sets the table for a ranch-style Christmas dinner. Rosemary prime rib is paired with potatoes au gratin. 12 p.m. ET, Food Network
Baking with Julia: Julia Child welcomes guest chef Leslie Mackie to the show. The pair works together to create classic French-inspired desserts including a raspberry and fig crostata. 12 p.m. ET, PBS
The Ambush Cook: Kristina Kuzmic creates a simple meal for the new mom on the block, sharing her tips for making asparagus-salmon salad with a light chocolate mousse for dessert. 12 p.m. ET, OWN TV
Ask This Old House: Norm Abram and crew furnishes and renovates a new space for a family of five. With his team, they successfully create an all-purpose firewood oven. 2 p.m. ET, PBS
Sunday (December 18)
Today Show: Best wine picks for the holidays. 7 a.m. ET, NBC
Weekends with Luis: Host Luis Bosch furnishes and transfroms a poorly functioning dining room area into a space fit for entertaining dinner guests. 11 a.m. ET, HGTV
My First Renovation: A newly engaged couple attempts to design their kitchen space by building light fixtures and a glass table. 1:30 p.m. ET, HGTV
Cupcake Wars : Four leading bakers return and must create sweet and savory cupcakes. The winner's cupcake stand will be featured on the TV show "The Closer" for its 100th-episode celebration event. 8 p.m. ET, Food Network
The Next Iron Chef: The season four finale. The winner will be crowned the Next Iron Chef in the Kitchen Stadium. 9 p.m. ET, Food Network