Tyler helps a woman in Las Vegas make a meatloaf her family will enjoy and not think it's as dry as the Mojave desert. Tyler also shows how to whip up some true comfort foods: Creamy Macaroni and Cheese and a Green Bean and Pearl Onion Casserole.
Tyler joins Father Costas in Garrison, NY to cook up an end-of-the-year picnic for the kids of St. Basil Academy. Together Tyler and Father Costas make Pizza on the Grill, Chili Cheese Dogs and Stuffed Bacon Cheeseburgers!
The holidays are a time to celebrate with friends and family so I'll show you how to give them the best gift of all - a low carb holiday dinner you can all enjoy together! Rosemary Dijon Pork Loin; Cauliflower "Mac" and Cheese Casserole; Smoked Salmon Pinwheels; Pumpkin Pound Cake.
Jamie watches his young cousins while his Uncle Alan is out at a boat show. Jamie and the kids make Spaghetti with Chili, Anchovies and Pangrattato, Fresh Ravioli with Smashed Broad Beans, Mint and Ricotta, Ravioli with Potato, Watercress and Cheeses and Praline Semifreddo.
Michael gathers his best chef friends and gives them a mission - remake pot luck classics with no more than 5 ingredients, no more than 10 steps, it must be finished and ready to eat, and no exotic ingredients. Church suppers will never be the same!
Gameplan Day of Potluck Challenge:
Peel, and cut celery for Rockin’ Celery Boats
Mix, coat, and put pecan nuts in to bake for Celery Boat filling
Prepare Celery Boats for soaking, soak for crunch
Puree nuts with cream cheese, stuff into Celery Boats and top with jalapenos.
Chop, juice and dress the Ambrosia Salad
Blanche and cool green beans for Green Bean Casserole with Fried Onions
Mix, heat and reduce mushroom brandy sauce for Green Bean Casserole, mix in green beans, set aside.
Boil pasta shells, mix cheese sauce for Macaroni and Cheese My Way.
Add spinach, shrimp and bake in the oven.
Fry up onion rings to top Green Bean Casserole with Fried Onions
Wine Recommendation Chiarello Cabernet Sauvignon, Gargiulo Vineyards Pinot Grigio
Great food, great friends and great music go so well together that tonight, Emeril's sharing all three with you. It's a rock & roll party and you're invited! Special guest: Chick Corea. Recipes include: Blood Orange Mojito, Thai Marinated Jumbo Shrimp, Chili-Lime Fried Chicken Wings, Mac and Cheese, Seared Lamb Chops with Rosemary Balsamic Reduction
For a comfy night in with her husband and friends, Janet whips up some scrumptious food with the help of her favorite spices. For an appetizer, she cooks crunchy Tri-Chips with Creamy Parmesan Mustard Dip with beets, sweet potatoes and yucca root. Her Chicken Fajita Pizza made with sauce featuring paprika and chili powder sings with flavor. Janet’s Paris Cheese Popcorn offers a unique take on a classic, and she completes the meal with out-of-this-world Mexican Brownies.
Jack learns that eggs aren't just for breakfast anymore when Frederic shows her some exciting new egg dishes. Recipes include: Onion, Ham and Cheese Frittata; Potato, Leek and Bacon Casserole.
Episode Guide
Below you’ll find a helpful episode guide for cooking along with Frederic and Jack, as well as tips and recipe rescues.
Equipment List:
Chef’s knife
Dry measuring cups
Liquid measuring cup
Measuring spoons
Small saucepan
Colander
8 x 8-inch casserole dish
Medium non-stick skillet
Medium skillet
Whisk
Cheese grater
Rasp or nutmeg grater
Heat-proof rubber spatula
Mixing bowl
Pepper mill
Cutting board
TipsHow to choose eggs:
Eggs are graded AA, A, and B, in descending order of quality and freshness.
Buy eggs from busy stores with high turnover.
Check eggs in carton for any cracks or soiled shells.
A fresh egg will have a very round yolk and a thick white that does not spread out that much.
As eggs age, they become runnier.
Pre-cooking ingredients for casseroles:
Firmer ingredients like potatoes, leeks, etc. need to be pre-cooked because the cooking time of the casserole is not adequate.
Softer ingredients like tomatoes and most vegetables often do not need to be pre-cooked.
Cleaning leeks:
No matter where you buy them or how clean they look on the outside, leeks are very dirty and need to be cleaned thoroughly.
Peel and discard the outer layer of each leek. They are easier to clean if you slice them beforehand, or you will probably need to clean them again after cutting.
Wash leeks under running water, letting the water get in between the layers of leeks. Or, rinse them in a large bowl of water, changing the water several times. Then spin them in a salad spinner.
Cooking eggs – for both casseroles and frittatas:
Eggs are very versatile; you can use almost any combination of meat, cheese, vegetables, etc. with eggs.
If eggs seem dry while cooking, add more liquid – either milk, cream, half-and-half, etc.
Recipe Rescues
If your frittata is too browned on the bottom, carefully slice a thin layer off to remove the burnt part. Next time, cook over lower heat.If the casserole or frittata is too dry, it was cooked for too long a time or at too high a heat. Next time, reduce cooking time or temperature, and add slightly more liquid. Use overcooked eggs in a sandwich or salad.If the cheese on top burnt while under the broiler, reposition your broiler rack so that it isn’t quite so high, and watch the dish closely while under the broiler; leave the oven door slightly open so that you can see it.If the casserole or frittata is too dense, be careful not to over-beat the eggs. You also may have needed a little more liquid, or you may have over-cooked it.If the casserole or frittata is too runny, return it to the oven or stovetop, and let cook for a few more minutes over low heat. Next time, you may need to use a little less liquid and let cook slightly longer.