Jennifer Garner’s passion for cooking has been apparent for years.

And they were wonderful, wonderful women."

It was this wholesome and accepting attitude that seemingly drew the renowned chef to Garner in the first place.

Jennifer Garner and Ina Garten on an episode of “Be My Guest”

Garner was floored by having Garten guest star in an episode.

“We’ve been friends ever since.”

“She is grounded and principled and smart and an incredible parent and great cook,” Garten shared.

Ina Garten and Jennifer Garner cooking together

“She’s just extraordinary.”