The Cake That Makes Halloween Candy Disappear

Can store-bought gravy and cranberry sauce earn a spot on your Thanksgiving table? Clinton Kelly, Carla Hall, and Michael Symon put the holiday staples to a blind taste test, and nobody's holding back.   There's questionable gravy, a heated canned cranberry sauce debate, and a homemade entry that makes the reveal a little awkward. Plus, the hosts share their must-have Thanksgiving kitchen tools, easy ways to upgrade store-bought gravy, and a conversation about toes that absolutely nobody ordered.   Tell us in the comments: Are you team canned or homemade cranberry sauce? Subscribe for more Chewed Up with Clinton Kelly, Carla Hall, and Michael Symon! Find recipes and more at https://www.chewedupshow.com.     🙌 Special Thanks to Our Sponsors:   Sponsored by Caraway → Get your kitchen ready for the 2026 holiday season. Save up to 25% off with this limited-time offer at carawayhome.com/chewedup.  **Offer and promotional link may no longer be active when you watch or listen. Visit carawayhome.com for current products and promotions.   Sponsored by Frontgate→ Shop the Chef Michael Symon Collection for pieces made for everyday cooking and effortless entertaining. Visit frontgate.com and use code CHEWED for 15% off everything in the Chef Michael Symon Collection. **Offer was available at the time of recording and may have expired or changed depending on when you watch or listen. Visit Frontgate's website for current offers and availability.   Sponsored by FreshDirect → Fresh groceries delivered straight to your door.https://www.freshdirect.com   Chewed Up is taking to the high seas! Join Carla Hall, Michael Symon and Clinton Kelly aboard the Norwegian Jewel for the Chefs Making Waves cruise, April 20–24, 2027, sailing from Miami to Puerto Plata. Enjoy live Chewed Up shows, plus an included open bar package! Book your spot at chefsmakingwaves.com   Produced by Simple Alien → https://www.simplealien.com/ Camera, Audio and Crew provided by TV Boy → https://tvboynyc.com/   Get recipes and more at https://allchewedup.com, and follow Chewed Up on your favorite podcast platform.     Want to Watch? → Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3Z9NDuHH7XP03FXQIhHlQ3 → YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@ChewedUpShow Want to Listen? → Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3Z9NDuHH7XP03FXQIhHlQ3 → Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chewed-up/id1840993910 → Amazon https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/1fc5d229-459b-4334-8970-ce0d6f925982/chewed-up   Fan Giveaway: Every episode we pick one lucky subscriber for a fan giveaway. Chewed Up Tumbler Want in? 👉 Subscribe and sign up here: https://chewedupshow.com/fangiveaway

Carla Hall teaches Clinton Kelly and Michael Symon how to make show-stopping Apple Butter–Pecan Biscuit Rolls—a quick, no-yeast alternative to traditional cinnamon rolls that's perfect for Friendsgiving and holiday gatherings. On this episode of Chewed Up, the hosts navigate the 'Bake It, Take It' theme by discussing the best dishes to bring to celebrations and why Carla's biscuit rolls are a game-changer. These soft, buttery rolls are topped with spiced apple butter and pecans, and they're inspired by a recipe Carla discovered while staying in Charlotte. No proofing required—just perfect results in 18-25 minutes. Subscribe to Chewed Up for new episodes every week, and head to chewedupshow.com for recipes and more. Sponsored by Caraway → Get your kitchen ready for the 2026 holiday season. Save up to 25% off with this limited-time offer at carawayhome.com/chewedup.  **Offer and promotional link may no longer be active when you watch or listen. Visit carawayhome.com for current products and promotions. Sponsored by Frontgate→ Shop the Chef Michael Symon Collection for pieces made for everyday cooking and effortless entertaining. Visit frontgate.com and use code CHEWED for 15% off everything in the Chef Michael Symon Collection. **Offer was available at the time of recording and may have expired or changed depending on when you watch or listen. Visit Frontgate's website for current offers and availability. Sponsored by FreshDirect → Fresh groceries delivered straight to your door.https://www.freshdirect.com Chewed Up is taking to the high seas! Join Carla Hall, Michael Symon and Clinton Kelly aboard the Norwegian Jewel for the Chefs Making Waves cruise, April 20–24, 2027, sailing from Miami to Puerto Plata. Enjoy live Chewed Up shows, plus an included open bar package! Book your spot at chefsmakingwaves.com Produced by Simple Alien → https://www.simplealien.com/ Camera, Audio and Crew provided by TV Boy → https://tvboynyc.com/ Get recipes and more at https://allchewedup.com, and follow Chewed Up on your favorite podcast platform. Want to Watch? → Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3Z9NDuHH7XP03FXQIhHlQ3 → YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@ChewedUpShow Want to Listen? → Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3Z9NDuHH7XP03FXQIhHlQ3 → Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chewed-up/id1840993910 → Amazon https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/1fc5d229-459b-4334-8970-ce0d6f925982/chewed-up Fan Giveaway: Every episode we pick one lucky subscriber for a fan giveaway. Carla's Cookbook "Carla Bakes" Want in? 👉 Subscribe and sign up here: https://chewedupshow.com/fangiveaway

Carla Hall is taking over Chewed Up, and Clinton Kelly and Michael Symon are going from co-hosts to contestants! Get a sneak peek at Carla's Game Show in this special episode packed with mystery boxes, surprise challenges, and plenty of friendly competition. From cracking eggs and piping frosting to getting a cookie from forehead to mouth, Clinton and Michael put their skills to the test while Carla runs the show. There are rules to debate, points to fight for, and a final prize that has everyone laughing. Who will come out on top? Tell us in the comments: Are you Team Clinton or Team Michael? And which challenge would YOU want to try? Subscribe to Chewed Up for more food, friendship, and fun with Carla, Clinton, and Michael! 🙌 Special Thanks to Our Sponsors: Sponsored by Whatnot → Discover unique finds from small businesses and independent sellers through live shopping, from fashion and vintage treasures to collectibles and more. Find out more at whatnot.com Sponsored by Caraway → Get your kitchen ready for the 2026 holiday season. Save up to 25% off with this limited-time offer at carawayhome.com/chewedup. **Offer and promotional link may no longer be active when you watch or listen. Visit carawayhome.com for current products and promotions.  Sponsored by Frontgate → Premium home, kitchen, and entertaining essentials — including Michael Symon's collection featured on the show.https://frontgate.com Sponsored by FreshDirect → Fresh groceries delivered straight to your door.https://www.freshdirect.comProduced by Simple Alien → https://www.simplealien.com/ Camera, Audio and Crew provided by TV Boy → https://tvboynyc.com/ Get recipes and more at https://allchewedup.com, and follow Chewed Up on your favorite podcast platform. Want to Watch? → Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3Z9NDuHH7XP03FXQIhHlQ3 → YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@ChewedUpShow Want to Listen? → Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3Z9NDuHH7XP03FXQIhHlQ3 → Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chewed-up/id1840993910 → Amazon https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/1fc5d229-459b-4334-8970-ce0d6f925982/chewed-up   Fan Giveaway: Every episode we pick one lucky subscriber for a fan giveaway. Carla's Cookbook "Carla Bakes."  Want in? 👉 Subscribe and sign up here: https://chewedupshow.com/fangiveaway

Michael Symon transforms a simple holiday ham into a showstopper using POP MUSTARD's new maple bourbon glaze. Watch as he scores, bastes, and perfectly roasts this centerpiece dish that's foolproof for holiday entertaining.   On this episode of Chewed Up Show, hosts Clinton Kelly and Carla Hall join Michael as he walks through every step of preparing a glazed ham. Learn pro tips like using water in the pan to create a pan sauce, why low-temperature cooking is key, and how to get that perfect caramelized exterior. Plus, the hosts play a hilarious game building the ultimate celebrity holiday dinner table—and the guest list includes Ina Garten, Dolly Parton, Bobby Flay, Buddy the Elf, Taylor Swift, and Shaq!   POP MUSTARD is the perfect condiment for your holiday table. With flavors like maple bourbon glaze, honey mustard, and sweet and sour, you can build a custom bundle at popmustard.com.   Like and subscribe for more Chewed Up episodes every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Head to allchewedup.com for recipes, behind-the-scenes content, and more.   🙌 Special Thanks to Our Sponsors:     Sponsored by Frontgate → Premium home, kitchen, and entertaining essentials — including Michael Symon's collection featured on the show.https://frontgate.com   Sponsored by FreshDirect → Fresh groceries delivered straight to your door.https://www.freshdirect.com     Produced by Simple Alien → https://www.simplealien.com/ Camera, Audio and Crew provided by TV Boy → https://tvboynyc.com/   Get recipes and more at https://allchewedup.com, and follow Chewed Up on your favorite podcast platform.     Want to Watch? → Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3Z9NDuHH7XP03FXQIhHlQ3 → YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@ChewedUpShow Want to Listen? → Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3Z9NDuHH7XP03FXQIhHlQ3 → Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chewed-up/id1840993910 → Amazon https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/1fc5d229-459b-4334-8970-ce0d6f925982/chewed-up   Fan Giveaway: Every episode we pick one lucky subscriber for a fan giveaway. Pop Mustards & Glaze. Want in? 👉 Subscribe and sign up here: https://chewedupshow.com/fangiveaway

Your leftover Halloween candy has a delicious new destination! Clinton Kelly, Carla Hall, and Michael Symon swap trick-or-treat memories, debate their favorite sweets, and face some surprisingly tough choices in "Save One, Leave One." Michael sets the record straight about dancing, and Clinton considers whether he could survive The Traitors—or its contestants.   On the menu: Carla's Chocolate Candy Blender Cake! This easy chocolate cake comes together in a blender before getting a glossy dark chocolate ganache and a topping of chopped Halloween candy. Use your leftover stash or make it your own with your favorite chocolate treats. Plus, we're celebrating Carla's cookbook, Carla Bakes, with a signed-copy giveaway! 👉 Grab the full recipe + more at: https://www.chewedupshow.com/recipes   🙌 Special Thanks to Our Sponsors: Sponsored by Frontgate → Premium home, kitchen, and entertaining essentials — including Michael Symon's collection featured on the show.https://frontgate.com Sponsored by FreshDirect → Fresh groceries delivered straight to your door.https://www.freshdirect.com Produced by Simple Alien → https://www.simplealien.com/ Camera, Audio and Crew provided by TV Boy → https://tvboynyc.com/ Get recipes and more at https://allchewedup.com, and follow Chewed Up on your favorite podcast platform. Want to Watch? → Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3Z9NDuHH7XP03FXQIhHlQ3 → YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@ChewedUpShow Want to Listen? → Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3Z9NDuHH7XP03FXQIhHlQ3 → Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chewed-up/id1840993910 → Amazon https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/1fc5d229-459b-4334-8970-ce0d6f925982/chewed-up   Fan Giveaway: Every episode we pick one lucky subscriber for a fan giveaway.  Carla's cookbook, Carla Bakes Want in? 👉 Subscribe and sign up here: https://chewedupshow.com/fangiveaway

Carla Hall is the Queen of Halloween in this spooktacular episode as the Chewed Up Show crew serves up scary-good appetizers and creative party ideas. Hosts Clinton Kelly and Michael Symon join Carla along with returning guest Jeanette Donnarumma, who shows us how to transform crescent rolls into four different spooky appetizers: coffin pizzas, mummy dogs, spider bites, and pumpkin cheesecake crescent moons. We also whip up two Halloween mocktails—the Purple Potion Punch and the HALL-o-Ween Hot Honey Punch—perfect for any trick-or-treater. And the Crafty Lumberjacks are here to share easy DIY projects including pumpkin photo frames, witch wine bottles, glue gun candelabras, temporary tattoo candles, and tights-wrapped pumpkins. Whether you're hosting a Halloween bash or need last-minute party ideas, this episode has everything you need to make it spooktacular.   Set sail with Clinton Kelly, Carla Hall, and Michael Symon for a culinary vacation featuring live Chewed Up tapings, celebrity chef demos, and chef-curated dining. Join us April 20–24, 2027, sailing from Miami to Puerto Plata aboard the Norwegian Jewel. Learn more at chefsmakingwaves.com   Carla Hall is the Queen of Halloween in this spooktacular episode as the Chewed Up Show crew serves up scary-good appetizers and creative party ideas. Hosts Clinton Kelly and Michael Symon join Carla along with returning guest Jeanette Donnarumma, who shows us how to transform crescent rolls into four different spooky appetizers: coffin pizzas, mummy dogs, spider bites, and pumpkin cheesecake crescent moons. We also whip up two Halloween mocktails—the Purple Potion Punch and the HALL-o-Ween Hot Honey Punch—perfect for any trick-or-treater. And the Crafty Lumberjacks are here to share easy DIY projects including pumpkin photo frames, witch wine bottles, glue gun candelabras, temporary tattoo candles, and tights-wrapped pumpkins. Whether you're hosting a Halloween bash or need last-minute party ideas, this episode has everything you need to make it spooktacular.   Set sail with Clinton Kelly, Carla Hall, and Michael Symon for a culinary vacation featuring live Chewed Up tapings, celebrity chef demos, and chef-curated dining. Join us April 20–24, 2027, sailing from Miami to Puerto Plata aboard the Norwegian Jewel. Learn more at chefsmakingwaves.com   Special Guests: Jeanette Donnarumma- @jeanettemadeit Crafty Lumberjacks- @craftylumberjacks   🙌 Special Thanks to Our Sponsors:   Sponsored by LG → Bringing innovation to the kitchen and inspiration to every meal. Explore LG kitchen appliances at LG.com.   Sponsored by Frontgate → Premium home, kitchen, and entertaining essentials — including Michael Symon's collection featured on the show.https://frontgate.com   Sponsored by FreshDirect → Fresh groceries delivered straight to your door.https://www.freshdirect.com     Produced by Simple Alien → https://www.simplealien.com/ Camera, Audio and Crew provided by TV Boy → https://tvboynyc.com/   Get recipes and more at https://allchewedup.com, and follow Chewed Up on your favorite podcast platform. 🙌 Special Thanks to Our Sponsors:   Sponsored by LG → Bringing innovation to the kitchen and inspiration to every meal. Explore LG kitchen appliances at LG.com.   Sponsored by Frontgate → Premium home, kitchen, and entertaining essentials — including Michael Symon's collection featured on the show.https://frontgate.com   Sponsored by FreshDirect → Fresh groceries delivered straight to your door.https://www.freshdirect.com     Produced by Simple Alien → https://www.simplealien.com/ Camera, Audio and Crew provided by TV Boy → https://tvboynyc.com/   Get recipes and more at https://allchewedup.com, and follow Chewed Up on your favorite podcast platform.

Clinton Kelly whips up an easy pumpkin swirl cheesecake that'll make you forget your Halloween candy regrets. On this spooky episode of the Chewed Up Show, hosts Clinton Kelly, Carla Hall, and Michael Symon create a stunning pumpkin swirl cheesecake using cream cheese, pumpkin puree, and warm pumpkin spice flavors baked in a graham cracker crust. The hosts kick things off with a hilarious Halloween candy swap, then move into the kitchen to prepare this simple but impressive fall dessert. Between baking, they play "Pumpkin Spice or Pumpkin Lies"—a game where Michael challenges Clinton and Carla to guess whether unusual pumpkin spice products are real or completely made up. The finished cheesecake is served with softly whipped cream and tastes even better than it looks. Subscribe to the Chewed Up Show on YouTube for new episodes every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Find recipes, behind-the-scenes content, and more at allchewedup.com. 🙌 Special Thanks to Our Sponsors: Sponsored by ButcherBox. ButcherBox delivers 100% grass-fed beef, organic chicken, wild-caught seafood and more, all sourced to standards they can actually tell you about. Go to butcherbox.com/chewed to get $20 off your first box, plus chicken breast in every box for life or filet or New York strips for a year with free shipping always. Sponsored by Frontgate → Premium home, kitchen, and entertaining essentials — including Michael Symon's collection featured on the show.https://frontgate.com Sponsored by FreshDirect → Fresh groceries delivered straight to your door.https://www.freshdirect.com Produced by Simple Alien → https://www.simplealien.com/ Camera, Audio and Crew provided by TV Boy → https://tvboynyc.com/ Get recipes and more at https://allchewedup.com, and follow Chewed Up on your favorite podcast platform.

Is your garlic killing the flavor? Michael Symon has STRONG opinions—and that jar in your fridge might be his first target. 🎃 We're kicking off Day 1 of Chewed Up's Halloween Week with Garlic 101, outrageously buttery garlic mashed potatoes, and a few kitchen habits Michael wants you to bury for good.   Join Clinton Kelly, Carla Hall, and Michael Symon to learn how to peel, mince, and slice fresh garlic—and why the way you prep it changes the flavor of your food. From mellow garlic confit to a full-on rant about pre-peeled and jarred garlic, Michael makes the case for starting with the whole bulb. In this episode: 🧄 Fresh vs. pre-peeled vs. jarred garlic: What's worth your money? 🔪 Peeling, mincing, and slicing techniques every home cook should know 🔥 Michael's take on garlic germs, bitterness, and using a food processor 🧈 Low-and-slow garlic confit for soft, spreadable cloves 🥔 Rich, Robuchon-style garlic mashed potatoes with plenty of butter, fresh nutmeg, Parmigiano-Reggiano, and chives   Tell us in the comments: Are you team fresh garlic, or is Michael going to have to pry that jar out of your hands? 👇   🙌 Special Thanks to Our Sponsors:   Frontgate → Premium home, kitchen, and entertaining essentials — including Michael Symon's collection featured on the show.https://frontgate.com   FreshDirect → Fresh groceries delivered straight to your door.https://www.freshdirect.com   Subscribe to Chewed Up Show for new episodes every Monday, and Wednesday. Head to allchewedup.com for recipes and exclusive content.   Produced by Simple Alien → https://www.simplealien.com/ Camera, Audio and Crew provided by TV Boy → https://tvboynyc.com/   Get recipes and more at https://allchewedup.com, and follow Chewed Up on your favorite podcast platform.

Carla Hall reveals the exact science behind perfect cream puffs—and why precision is everything in baking. Join Clinton Kelly, Carla Hall, and Michael Symon as they demystify pâte à choux dough, master the panade technique, and create show-stopping cream puffs filled with malted vanilla bean pastry cream. You'll learn why weighing ingredients in grams changes everything, how to avoid common baking mistakes, and the visual cues that signal success. Whether you're a savory cook intimidated by baking or a home baker looking for consistency, this episode breaks down the exact steps to replicate restaurant-quality results at home. The hosts also share their favorite things to make with pâte à choux and discuss the philosophy behind precision in the kitchen.   FreshDirect: Fresh groceries delivered straight to your door. https://www.freshdirect.com Frontgate: Michael Symon's new collection featuring aprons, ingredient plates, and more. Visit frontgate.com and use code CHEWED for 15% off. Subscribe to Chewed Up Show for new episodes every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Hit that like button and follow us on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and everywhere you listen. 🙌 Special Thanks to Our Sponsors: Frontgate → Premium home, kitchen, and entertaining essentials — including Michael Symon's collection featured on the show.https://frontgate.com FreshDirect → Fresh groceries delivered straight to your door.https://www.freshdirect.com Subscribe to Chewed Up Show for new episodes every Monday, and Wednesday. Head to allchewedup.com for recipes and exclusive content. Produced by Simple Alien → https://www.simplealien.com/ Camera, Audio and Crew provided by TV Boy → https://tvboynyc.com/   Want to Watch? → Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3Z9NDuHH7XP03FXQIhHlQ3 → YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@ChewedUpShow Want to Listen? → Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3Z9NDuHH7XP03FXQIhHlQ3 → Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chewed-up/id1840993910 → Amazon https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/1fc5d229-459b-4334-8970-ce0d6f925982/chewed-up   Fan Giveaway: Every episode we pick one lucky subscriber for a fan giveaway. This week's Giveaway: Frontgate Aprons!   Want in? 👉 Subscribe and sign up here: https://chewedupshow.com/fangiveaway

Clinton, Carla, and Michael go head-to-head in a blind taste test of five boxed mac and cheese brands to crown the ultimate winner. Then Clinton shares his go-to recipe for stovetop mac and cheese that's easier than you'd think. On this episode of Chewed Up, hosts Clinton Kelly, Carla Hall, and Michael Symon taste their way through five different boxed mac and cheese options without knowing which brands they're eating. After ranking them, they're shocked to discover which came out on top. Later, Clinton demonstrates his simple three-cheese stovetop mac and cheese recipe using Colby, cheddar, and Gruyère—proving that homemade versions are just as quick and convenient as the boxed stuff. Thanks to FreshDirect for sponsoring this episode. FreshDirect delivers fresh groceries straight to your door. Visit FreshDirect.com to order today. New episodes of Chewed Up drop every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Subscribe now and head to AllChewedUp.com for recipes, behind-the-scenes content, and more. 🙌 Special Thanks to Our Sponsors: Frontgate → Premium home, kitchen, and entertaining essentials — including Michael Symon's collection featured on the show.https://frontgate.com FreshDirect → Fresh groceries delivered straight to your door.https://www.freshdirect.com Subscribe to Chewed Up Show for new episodes every Monday, and Wednesday. Head to allchewedup.com for recipes and exclusive content. Produced by Simple Alien → https://www.simplealien.com/ Camera, Audio and Crew provided by TV Boy → https://tvboynyc.com/ Want to Watch? → Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3Z9NDuHH7XP03FXQIhHlQ3 → YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@ChewedUpShow Want to Listen? → Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3Z9NDuHH7XP03FXQIhHlQ3 → Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chewed-up/id1840993910 → Amazon https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/1fc5d229-459b-4334-8970-ce0d6f925982/chewed-up   Fan Giveaway: Every episode we pick one lucky subscriber for a fan giveaway. This week's Giveaway: Carla Crafts!   Want in? 👉 Subscribe and sign up here: https://chewedupshow.com/fangiveaway