Seasons & episodes

Host Alton Brown harnesses the power of yeast to put classic rolls back onto the American dinner table.

Host Alton Brown makes amends for having insulted the odd ball of the cabbage family: cauliflower.

Host Alton Brown investigates the culinary possibilities of Asian Noodles. Dishes include "ants climbing trees".

S15 · E1American Classics X: Chicken Parm 2019-08-25 · 21 min＋

Alton Brown makes the argument that Italian food was actually invented in America, and that Chicken Parmesan is the dish where it all began. Yet, an Italian canned tomato makes it all possible.

S15 · E2Every Grain Old Is New Again 2019-08-25 · 21 min＋

Ancient American grains like amaranth, chia and quinoa are making a comeback due to their versatility and nutritional content. Alton Brown shows how to make the most of these very old kitchen newcomers.

S15 · E3Hittin' the Sauce II 2019-09-01 · 21 min＋

No matter how good of a cook you are, sooner or later your seafood is going to let you down. Alton Brown has the sauces that will save your dinner every time.

S15 · E4Immersion Therapy 2019-09-01 · 21 min＋

The last decade has seen a lot of change in the food world, but no device has made more of a difference than the immersion circulator. Alton Brown makes an argument for having one in every kitchen by featuring dishes such as perfect rump roast, cheesecake and a killer liqueur.

S15 · E5My Shakshuka 2019-09-08 · 21 min＋

Alton Brown takes a deep dive on one of the most internet-famous dishes of the decade by way of a famous film from the 1940s. Along the way, Alton talks through preserved lemons and homemade harissa.

S15 · E6Let Them Eat Icebox Cake 2019-09-08 · 21 min＋

Alton Brown resuscitates the languishing tradition of the "icebox" or "refrigerator" cake. These no-bake cakes were all the rage in the 1950s, but they’re ready for a pastry redux.

S15 · E7Rich Little Poor Boy 2019-09-15 · 21 min＋

One of America's most storied sandwiches gets a historic rethink and a technical do-over, from the oysters to the bread and everything in between. Alton Brown also makes an argument for shucking.

S15 · E8Raw Ambition 2019-09-15 · 21 min＋

Alton Brown journeys through the history and science of the greatest of all raw meat dishes: steak tartare. But first, you have to promise to never make it. Right? Right. Oh, and there's poke too!

S15 · E9Date Tripper 2019-09-22 · 21 min＋

Alton Brown tells everything you need to know to get dates into your culinary life, including three recipes for the 1960s classic “Devils on Horseback” and a very “scrummy” Sticky Toffee Pudding.

S15 · E10Wild Yeast Risin' 2019-09-22 · 21 min＋

First the pandemic, then the zombies, then the nukes and now: desolation and a giant dinosaur-thing. Luckily there are still plenty of yeast in the air, and Alton Brown proves that with a wild sourdough in the kitchen, the post-apocalyptic world can still taste good -- and he makes cheese crackers and waffles to prove it.

Alton Brown shares three turkey recipes to make year-round.

Alton shares the low-alcohol, flavorful secret to handling the holidays

Alton Brown delves into the history and techniques of making latkes.

Alton tackles bone marrow and delivers everything you need to know to enjoy “God’s butter” at home.

Alton opens all-new dimensions of coffee enjoyment with an exploration of cold brew – and no, iced coffee isn’t the same thing

Not all great breads come from the oven. Host Alton Brown takes on two very different fried breads, each with a twist.

The best way to cook fish: Put it back in the water ... in a bag!

Alton takes on bibimbap, the famed "mixed rice" dish of Korea.

Alton delves into dried seaweeds and why they should be in your pantry.

Host Alton Brown dives into the history, science and technique of making "real" bagels at home.

When civilization crumbles, who ya gonna call to help get good eats on the table? Lactic acid bacteria, of course.