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Good Eats

1999TV-G16 seasons8.7 / 10

Host Alton Brown explores the origins of ingredients, decodes culinary customs and presents food and equipment trends. Punctuated by unusual interludes, simple preparations and unconventional discussions, he'll bring you food in its finest and funniest form.

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Checked Jul 22, 2026

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Synopsis

Host Alton Brown explores the origins of ingredients, decodes culinary customs and presents food and equipment trends. Punctuated by unusual interludes, simple preparations and unconventional discussions, he'll bring you food in its finest and funniest form.

Season 6 episodes

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Episode 1

The Other Red Meat

21m

A quick trip to the afterlife convinces host Alton Brown to get serious about eating more tuna. Find out how to grill on a chimney charcoal starter, how to avoid fake soy sauce, and why you can see a rainbow on Tuna Steaks. Recipes: Chimney Tuna Loin

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Episode 2

Strawberry Sky

21m

Join Host Alton Brown to learn how to make the most of strawberry season. You can macerate them, glaze them, freeze them with dry ice, and even build a summer pudding in a tin can. AB even holds a quick lesson on the power of antioxidants. Recipes: Clotted Cream Macerated Strawberries Strawberry Pudding Frozen Strawberries Clotted Cream Macerated Strawberries Strawberry Pudding Frozen Strawberries

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Episode 3

Artichokes: The Choke is On You

21m

Host Alton Brown gets to the heart of artichokes. Pick up tips on storing, prepping, cooking and even eating this giant flower bud, as well as how to make your own herb oil to marinate them in. Recipes: Artichoke Pasta Salad Broiled Chokes Herb Oil

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Episode 4

Good Milk Gone Bad

21m

Yogurt's not just good for you, it's just plain good. Especially when you make your own. Host Alton Brown shows how easy this miraculous feat really is, then demonstrates plenty of ways to use the white stuff up. Recipes : Fresh Yogurt Lemon-Ginger Frozen Yogurt Tarragon Yogurt Sauce Thousand Island Dressing Herb Spread Yogurt Cheese

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Episode 5

Egg Files V: Quantum Foam

21m

The word "souffle" has instilled fear in cooks for ages. Host Alton Brown believes a strong dose of science is all that's needed to get control of your egg foam. Learn the ins and outs of the cheese souffle, and how to manage the heat in your oven. Recipes: Cheese Souffle

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Episode 6

Tomato Envy

21m

Learn everything you need to know about making the best use of the biggest berry to ever be called a vegetable. Take a serious look at serrated knives, a strange and delicious sandwich and a tomato sauce that almost isn't. Recipes: Stuffed Tomatoes Tomato Sauce TBL Panzanella

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Episode 7

Amber Waves

21m

Join Host Alton Brown and learn everything you need to know about yeast, barley, hops and the hardware you need to bring them together to produce that most American of foods, Beer. Recipes: Good Brew

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Episode 8

Dip Madness

21m

Dips may have driven Alton Brown a little bonkers but that won't keep him from delivering the goods on guacamole, California dip and the unjustly dissed chicken liver mousse. Recipes: Chicken Liver Mousse Guacamole Hot Spinach and Artichoke Dip Onion Dip from Scratch

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Episode 9

Chops Ahoy

21m

Host Alton Brown yearns for the juicy chop of yesterdayand he intends to get it. Visit the neighborhood butcher, pick up stuffing tips (no, stuffing is not evil) and learn more than you ever wanted to know about propane. Recipes: Stuffed Grilled Pork Chops

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Episode 10

Choux Shine

21m

The easiest pastry dough to make also happens to be the most versatile and delicious. Trouble is, Americans won's make it because it's got a scary name:pate a choux. Join host Alton Brown as he takes the steamy dough from cream puff to eclair and beyond. Recipes: Funnel Cake Sweet or Savory Pate a Choux

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Episode 11

Casserole Over

21m

When a Sunday drive goes bad, host Alton Brown finds himself pushing the limits of his casserole knowledge to free his dog from angry church ladies. Recipes: Broccoli Casserole Curry Chicken Pot Pie Garlic Shrimp Casserole

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Episode 12

Use Your Noodle II

21m

Stuffed pastas like Ravioli are much loved but seldom made. Host Alton Brown intends to put that to an end by demystifying noodle and filling alike.The answer: Your ironing board. Recipes: Ravioli Tortellini

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Episode 13

Salad Daze II: The Long Arm of the Slaw

21m

Alton Brown's slaw-centric guest slot on a popular morning talk show turns into a strange and wonderful half hour of good eats. Recipes: Marinated Slaw Asian Slaw Beet Slaw Coleslaw

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Episode 14

A Cake on Every Plate

21m

Host Alton Brown finds a challenge in his mail box: decipher a deceased family baker's famous yellow cake. Recipes: Cocoa Whipped Cream Gold Cake

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Episode 15

The Icing Man Cometh

21m

Cake is dandy but let's face it, without frosting it's just sweet bread (not sweetbreads). Host Alton Brown builds a better butter cream then builds a layer cake from ground up...with tools from his local hardware. Recipes: Buttercream Ganache Writing Chocolate

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Episode 16

Beet It

21m

Long feared by baby boomers accustomed to being accosted by noxious red wedges, beets are good eats, or so says host Alton Brown who suggests one approach the ruby roots with an open mind and a good pair of gloves. Recipes: Beet Green Gratin Glazed Baby Beets Pickled Beets

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Episode 17

Fit to Be Tied

21mfinale

Since childhood, host Alton Brown's had a soft spot in his appetite for roulades, savory rolls of meaty goodness that look hard... but aren't...as long as you've got science on your side. Recipes: Braciole Fish Roll with Compound Butter

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Episode information updated Jul 24, 2026

More about Good Eats

Cast

Alton BrownSelf - Host
Shirley Corriher
Caroline ConnellSelf - Dietician
Bob MembersSelf
Mel ColemanSelf
Sally BernhardtSelf - Kitchen Company
Joe IllescasSelf - Butcher
Marshall MillardUSDA Agent

Credits

Created by
Alton Brown

Production details

Status
Ended
Series type
Documentary
Episodes
265
Original language
English

Networks & production

  • Food NetworkUnited States
  • discovery+United States
  • Be Square Productions
  • Mean Street ProductionsFrance
  • Brain Food Productions

Themes

cookingculinary arts