Hot Dish with Franco

Franco Noriega recreates the meal that made him fall in love with New York City. His reimagined Steak Frites covered with a bright green Chimichurri is paired with fluffy and crunchy Twice-Baked Potato Wedges. Then, a brown butter lemon sauce and crispy parmesan chips make his Parmesan Lemon Asparagus the ideal side, while an ooey-gooey Lava Chocolate Chip Cookie is the perfect sweet surprise-inside dessert.

Franco Noriega makes a classic comfort food meal with a Peruvian feast featuring crisp and fluffy Baby Arepas, juicy Pollo a la Brasa smothered in a spicy green sauce, a side of Papas Huancaina with a Spicy Cheese Sauce and a refreshing Pisco Sour.

Franco Noriega's brunch game is strong with his piled-high Avocado Toast and an elevated take on a Tex-Mex Huevos Rancheros with fried tortilla strips that's then covered in homemade salsa, refried beans, crema and the most perfectly fried eggs.

Franco makes a quick weeknight meal that's perfect for entertaining. He starts off with fresh Tomato Bruschetta and a Cheater Mushroom Risotto before impressing with Lemon Dijon Chicken and a Pear and Goat Cheese Salad that goes a little nuts.

Franco makes a Mexican feast highlighting his Vegetable Ceviche. Then, his Quinoa Salad with Fried Plantains and Jalapeno Vinaigrette combines sweet and spicy, while Grilled Shrimp and Pineapple Tacos with Pineapple Guacamole are the perfect meal.

Franco Noriega recreates his Italian grandmother's favorite dishes! A Prosciutto Flatbread Pizza with melty caramelized onions and sweet balsamic vinegar glaze is the perfect appetizer. Then, his meaty, rich and creamy Rigatoni Bolognese is the star of the meal, while Stuffed Zucchini with Lemon Aioli is the perfect side. Finally, his simple Deconstructed Tiramisu celebrates the best part of this iconic Italian dessert -- the filling!