Promising to answer all the questions from her fans, Garten spilled out her secret to keeping big crowds happy with food.

I call it ‘Getting To Know You Menu’ [and] it’s from Barefoot Contessa Parties!” Garten said in the video. “It’s Rack of Lamb and Orzo with Roasted Vegetables. I can make it in my sleep.

Pot roast happens to be one of those ultimate comfort foods, which is how Ina Garten's Company Pot Roast became quite the popular dinner in my house, reserved for both special occasions and nights ...

Pot roast happens to be one of those ultimate comfort foods, which is how Ina Garten's Company Pot Roast became quite the popular dinner in my house, reserved for both special occasions and nights ...

The answer comes from Garten's 2001 book, "The Barefoot Contessa Parties!" and is a repeat combo of recipes the culinary star prepares often: rack of lamb and orzo with roasted vegetables.

Read the full recipe here.

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Any cut of lamb can be braised or pot-roasted, and this method also works equally well for mutton. Stewed and braised lamb should be cooked gently in a liquid such as wine, stock or tomato juice.