CBS' "Blue Bloods" stands out in the police procedural genre due to its emphasis on family. The family dinner scenes serve as emotional anchors for the series and are the only times the entire Reagan clan is together. With the arrival of newcomer Eddie, played by Vanessa Ray, the family's distinct sense of humor and loyalty is tested. Eddie earns their acceptance by making her mom's lasagna recipe. However, tensions arise when the family becomes overly involved in Eddie and Jamie's wedding plans. Eddie finally asserts herself, leading to a surprising revelation about the Reagan family tradition of "code blue." Eddie proves she's a true Reagan by cleverly turning the tables on their hazing in subsequent episodes.