Michael Symon Makes Meatballs
Michael Symon Makes Meatballs  
Podcast: Chewed UP
Published On: Mon Jan 19 2026
Description: January calls for comfort food, honest conversation, and recipes that feel like a reward—and this episode delivers all three. Michael Symon cooks a cozy riff on classic Italian flavors with Mini Meatballs Marsala, simmered in a mushroom-rich Marsala wine sauce that's deeply savory, slightly sweet, and built for cold days and tired souls. As the meatballs brown, the hosts dive into what comfort food actually means in winter: hibernation energy, food as travel, aging without apology, and the sensory power of cooking that brings you right back to your grandparents' kitchen. Along the way, they unpack meatball science (don't overwork it, keep the fat whole), why breadcrumbs matter more than you think, and how browning equals flavor. Fan mail sparks side quests into pesto hacks, measuring cup myths, dinner-party strategy, and the movies you'll always stop scrolling for. The result is classic Chewed Up chaos: deeply practical cooking advice, loud laughter, and a reminder that the best meals don't need to be expensive or complicated—just made with intention and sauce. 👉 Grab the full recipe + more at: https://www.chewedupshow.com/recipes ⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 – Comfort food season officially begins 02:10 – Why January demands sauce 03:45 – Mini Meatballs Marsala explained 06:30 – Don't overwork your meatballs (science + regret) 10:15 – Cooking as winter travel 13:20 – Fan Mail: How else to use pesto 18:45 – Measuring cups vs. reality 22:30 – Building the Marsala sauce 27:10 – What to cook for a small dinner party 31:45 – Movie debates you didn't ask for 35:20 – Plating, tasting, and meatball joy 38:10 – Fan Giveaway winner 40:00 – Final thoughts and full comfort achieved 🙌 Special Thanks to Our Sponsors FreshDirect → Fresh groceries delivered straight to your door. https://www.freshdirect.com Frontgate → Premium home, kitchen, and entertaining essentials — including Michael Symon's collection featured on the show. https://frontgate.com Canopy by Hilton → A lifestyle hotel brand by Hilton that delivers a local experience. https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/ewradpy-canopy-jersey-city-arts-district/ 🔧 Production Credits Kitchen Designed by Anthony Carrino → https://anthonycarrino.com Produced by Simple Alien → https://www.simplealien.com/ Camera, Audio and Crew provided by TV Boy → https://tvboynyc.com/ 🍳 About Chewed Up Three lifestyle icons reunite with zero filter, strong opinions, and even stronger flavors. Clinton Kelly, Carla Hall, and Michael Symon are back in the kitchen with comedy, comfort food, and unfiltered conversation — served loud. Episodes drop 3x a week: Monday – Appetizers Wednesday – Mains Friday – Desserts Subscribe and turn on notifications so you don't miss a bite. ▶️ 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 Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chewed-up/id1840993910 Amazon → https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/1fc5d229-459b-4334-8970-ce0d6f925982/chewed-up RedCircle → https://redcircle.com/shows/c42dbec1-e576-4927-acc7-f22e988c1a81 🎁 Fan Giveaway Every episode we pick one lucky subscriber for a fan giveaway. This week's Giveaway: Frontgate Dinner Plates from Michael Symon's collection Want in? 👉 Subscribe and sign up here: https://chewedupshow.com/fangiveaway Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy