19 episodesFirst aired 27 April 2009
Apr 200921m
Host Alton Brown explores a bayou staple, the delicious and sustainable alternative to lobster, the crawfish.
May 200921m
Quite possibly the original convenience food, tamales are ancient and delicious. Join host Alton Brown on an historical and tasty exploration of these tempting treats.
May 200921m
Although usually considered an Italian dish, spaghetti with meat sauce proves to be an American classic as host Alton Brown explores its origins.
May 200921m
Looking for an alternative to chicken? Host Alton Brown turns to the pork tenderloin as a delicious yet low fat substitute for the ubiquitous bird.
Jun 200921m
In an effort to tempt his niece into eating her vegetables, host Alton Brown manages to sneak them into several tasty treats.
Jun 200921m
Despite its long and noble history, punch rarely receives the respect it deserves so host Alton Brown begins a quest to return the drink to its rightful culinary position.
Oct 200921m
Host Alton Brown helps an average Joe overcome his kitchen phobias and whip up the classic breakfast of bacon, eggs and coffee.
Oct 200921m
Most people think of beer and wine only as drinks, but host Alton Brown thinks outside the bottle as he uses them as key ingredients in several tasty dishes.
Oct 200921m
The pound cake may have been born in Britain but host Alton Brown considers it to be an American classic. Join him as he explores the history and preparation of this delicious treat.
Nov 200921m
Concerned about the impact of over-fishing, host Alton Brown explores tasty and extremely sustainable farm-raised trout.
Nov 200921m
The ingredients for that beguiling Japanese concoction, miso soup, may seem a bit unusual until host Alton Brown demystifies them and explores the wonders of the Japanese pantry.
Nov 200921m
Host Alton Brown breaks into the liquor cabinet, not to concoct a drink but to examine the uses of alcohol in food preparation.
Jan 201021m
Alton discusses the eating plan that helped him lose 50 pounds.
Jan 201021m
Join Alton Brown as he deconstructs the Margarita and Bloody Mary and reconstructs them with a classic formula Good Eats style.
Mar 201021m
Host Alton Brown examines ways to super-charge desserts with salt. Bacon praline anyone?
Mar 201021m
Host Alton Brown takes on the classic American soup that divides the country, and his family.
Mar 201021m
Alton Brown attempts to set the record straight on the English dish that made India famous.
Apr 201021m
After confessing a long-lived love for catfish, host Alton Brown sets out to modernize its image.
Apr 201021m
Host Alton Brown demystifies the Spanish pan and the rice dish it's famous for.