Season 13
All Episodes
Episode 1
Crustacean Nation IV: Crawfish
April 27, 2009
Host Alton Brown explores a bayou staple, the delicious and sustainable alternative to lobster, the crawfish.
Episode 2
Tamale Never Dies
May 4, 2009
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.
Episode 3
American Classics IV: Spaghetti With Meat Sauce
May 18, 2009
Although usually considered an Italian dish, spaghetti with meat sauce proves to be an American classic as host Alton Brown explores its origins.
Episode 4
Tender Is the Pork
May 26, 2009
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.
Episode 5
Undercover Veggies I
June 8, 2009
In an effort to tempt his niece into eating her vegetables, host Alton Brown manages to sneak them into several tasty treats.
Episode 6
Feeling Punchy
June 22, 2009
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.
Episode 7
Another Man Food Show: Breakfast
October 12, 2009
Host Alton Brown helps an average Joe overcome his kitchen phobias and whip up the classic breakfast of bacon, eggs and coffee.
Episode 8
Fermentation Nation
October 19, 2009
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.
Episode 9
American Classics V: A Pound of Cake
October 26, 2009
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.
Episode 10
The Once and Future Fish
November 2, 2009
Concerned about the impact of over-fishing, host Alton Brown explores tasty and extremely sustainable farm-raised trout.
Episode 11
Pantry Raid XII: Turning Japanese
November 9, 2009
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.
Episode 12
The Proof Is in the Pudding
November 23, 2009
Host Alton Brown breaks into the liquor cabinet, not to concoct a drink but to examine the uses of alcohol in food preparation.
Episode 13
Live and Let Diet
January 4, 2010
Alton discusses the eating plan that helped him lose 50 pounds.
Episode 14
Raising the Bar Again
January 25, 2010
Join Alton Brown as he deconstructs the Margarita and Bloody Mary and reconstructs them with a classic formula Good Eats style.
Episode 15
The Ballad of Salty and Sweet
March 8, 2010
Host Alton Brown examines ways to super-charge desserts with salt. Bacon praline anyone?
Episode 16
American Classics VII: Don't Be Chicken of Dumplings
March 22, 2010
Host Alton Brown takes on the classic American soup that divides the country, and his family.
Episode 17
The Curious Case of Curry
March 29, 2010
Alton Brown attempts to set the record straight on the English dish that made India famous.
Episode 18
The Catfish Will Rise Again
April 8, 2010
After confessing a long-lived love for catfish, host Alton Brown sets out to modernize its image.
Episode 19
It's a Pan, It's a Dish, It's Paella
April 29, 2010
Host Alton Brown demystifies the Spanish pan and the rice dish it's famous for.