Our TV picks for Monday, August 12: Signora Volpe Mysteries; Celebrity IOU; The Great American Recipe

Signora Volpe Mysteries

BBCA 6 p.m.

When an old adversary kidnaps Sylvia (Emilia Fox), she must rely on her formal training of physical and mental resilience in hopes of escaping. While Riva (Giovanni Cirfiera) works through official channels, other team members work covertly.

Celebrity IOU

HGTV 9 p.m.

Singer-actress Mandy Moore looks to surprise her friend CeCe, who has been a rock in her life for more than 15 years. Moore calls in Jonathan and Drew Scott to assist with an outdoor oasis — the ultimate backyard transformation for family barbecues.

The Great American Recipe

KOPB 10 p.m.

It’s time to cook or be cooked as the final three contestants must create their favorite dishes in this season finale, hoping for that championship title. Alejandra Ramos hosts with judges Tiffany Derry, Tim Hollingsworth and Francis Lam holding court.