The BEST episodes of Good Eats season 10

Every episode of Good Eats season 10, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Good Eats season 10!

Pop culture, comedy, and plain good eating: 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.

Last Updated: 11/3/2024Network: Discovery+Status: Ended
Fry Turkey Fry
star
8.81
74 votes

#1 - Fry Turkey Fry

Season 10 - Episode 12 - Aired 11/12/2006

Deep-frying a turkey is a cooking method growing in popularity by leaps and bounds. But it can also be one of the most dangerous, with potential for serious oil burns or even fire. Alton spotlights the essential steps for ultimate safety, including how to select the best frying kit and making the Alton Brown Turkey Derrick®, his recommended way to get the bird in and out of the pot without putting yourself at risk. Featured recipes in this episode:- Deep-fried Turkey

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Squid Pro Quo II
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8.65
98 votes

#2 - Squid Pro Quo II

Season 10 - Episode 9 - Aired 10/4/2006

Alton takes to the sea on a research ship to learn more about squid and demonstrate recipes for squid appetizers. Recipes in this episode: - Dry Fried Calamari - Wet Fried Calamari - Seaside Squid Salad - Squid Stuffed Squid

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Bowl O' Bayou
star
8.60
100 votes

#3 - Bowl O' Bayou

Season 10 - Episode 15 - Aired 2/14/2007

AB breaks down the whole concept of Gumbo, clarifies the differences between Cajun and Creole and explains the importance of the roux this classic dish. After numerous roux failures AB comes up with a foolproof method for making a brick (dark) roux and the perfect gumbo. Recipes: Shrimp Gumbo

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Pickled Pink/Corn the Beef
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8.58
78 votes

#4 - Pickled Pink/Corn the Beef

Season 10 - Episode 18 - Aired 3/14/2007

Inspired by a trip to New York City, the capital of corned beef, Alton decides to make his own, since good corned beef is hard to find outside of the Big Apple and certainly south of the Mason-Dixon. Along the way, the history of the succulent meat and the myth of the St. Patrick's Day traditional meal. Recipes - Corned beef brisket - Corned beef and cabbage - Corned beef hash

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Okraphobia
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8.52
151 votes

#5 - Okraphobia

Season 10 - Episode 8 - Aired 9/27/2006

Sid the Edibles Agent returns, asking Alton to help redeem his latest problem client, the infamously slimy seedpod known as okra. Recipes featured in this episode: - Okra and Tomatoes - Pickled Okra - Wet Fried Okra - Dry Fried Okra

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star
8.43
69 votes

#6 - Fruit 10 from Outer Space (Pomegranates)

Season 10 - Episode 17 - Aired 3/7/2007

The pomegranate looks like something from outer space, but Alton tells us that it's one of the healthiest fruits available. But only if you know how to get to the capsules of juicy goodness without making a mess. Recipes in this episode: - Pomegranate Syrup or Molasses - Pomegranate Gelatin - Grilled Leg of Lamb with Pomegranate Molasses Glaze - Tequila Sunrise

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Just Barley
star
8.37
75 votes

#7 - Just Barley

Season 10 - Episode 2 - Aired 5/17/2006

AB takes the handful of simple grains of barley and tries to turn them into a meal we could all love. Recipes featured in this episode: Baked Barley, Barley Bread, Barley and Lamb Stew, Barley Salad, Barley Water.

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Cubing a Round
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8.27
103 votes

#8 - Cubing a Round

Season 10 - Episode 4 - Aired 6/21/2006

Alton examines the history of the cube steak and tries to bring country cooking home again. Recipes featured in this episode: Country Style Steak, Swiss Steak, Chicken Fried Steak.

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Pop Art
star
8.24
106 votes

#9 - Pop Art

Season 10 - Episode 10 - Aired 10/11/2006

A trip to a local cinema reminds Alton that popcorn was once light, fluffy and flavorful. Learn the how and why of exploding kernels and see Alton's improvised, inexpensive popcorn popper.

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Pantry Raid VI: Lentils
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8.24
103 votes

#10 - Pantry Raid VI: Lentils

Season 10 - Episode 13 - Aired 1/17/2007

Alton considers the lentil, a delicious source of protein, fiber and minerals that works in soups, in salads, and even in baked goods like cookies - yes, cookies! The sixth in an occasional series about the contents of the well-stocked pantry. Recipes Lentil Cookies Lentil Salad Lentil Soup

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Tort(illa) Reform
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8.21
164 votes

#11 - Tort(illa) Reform

Season 10 - Episode 1 - Aired 5/3/2006

With so few Americans making their own tortillas, AB hopes to provide some simple tips and recipes to make a great tortilla, replacing the mediocre store-bought ones we have in our pantry. Recipes featured in this episode: Corn Tortillas, Lime Tortilla Chips.

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Tortillas Again
star
8.15
98 votes

#12 - Tortillas Again

Season 10 - Episode 14 - Aired 2/2/2007

Alton is under siege. His kitchen is being picketed by Cooks Against Wasted Left-Overs. Alone and abandoned by his film crew, Alton is visited by the Mother of Culinary Invention, who gives the desperate cook inspiration. Recipes in this episode: - Enchilada Lasagna - Masa Tots - Ultimate Nachos

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Espress Yourself
star
8.08
66 votes

#13 - Espress Yourself

Season 10 - Episode 19 - Aired 4/4/2007

Put down the Venti mocha soy latte and step away from the Starbucks slowly. Alton gets back to basics with the tiny cup of brew that started it all. From the perfect bean to buying a grinder and an espresso machine, learn where you should spend your money. Recipes featured in this episode: - Espresso - Macchiato - Cappuccino - Latte

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Major Pepper
star
8.07
107 votes

#14 - Major Pepper

Season 10 - Episode 11 - Aired 11/8/2006

Alton turns the spotlight on the king of spices, pepper, which has seen its once lofty stature reduced to being a companion for table salt. Included: A historical lesson tracing the spice empires of the 17th century and how to select pepper grinders. Recipes in this episode: - Pepper Deviled Eggs - Black Pepper Mango Sorbet - Slow Cooker Pepper Pork Chops - Pepper Vodka

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House of the Rising Bun
star
8.01
73 votes

#15 - House of the Rising Bun

Season 10 - Episode 3 - Aired 6/7/2006

Alton's trying to sell a house, but the realtor insists the delectable smell of baked goods can help make the sale, so it's off to the oven for Alton. Recipes featured in this episode: - Cinnamon Buns - Citrus Ginger Ring - Monkey Bread

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Fowl Territory
star
8.00
124 votes

#16 - Fowl Territory

Season 10 - Episode 16 - Aired 2/21/2007

Cornish hens are small and delicious, but have the same dangers of their larger brethren. Alton gives a crash course on how to avoid illness with the tiny birds, featuring his Four Cs of food safety: Contain, Clean, Cook and Chill.- Recipies - Grilled Curry Cornish Hens - Cornish Game Hen with Bacon and Onions

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Water Works II
star
7.55
71 votes

#17 - Water Works II

Season 10 - Episode 6 - Aired 7/19/2006

Alton continues his exploration of water, explaining how home water filters remove contaminants, how water softeners work, and describes the attributes of water's other forms -- steam and ice.

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star
7.55
75 votes

#18 - Water Works I

Season 10 - Episode 5 - Aired 7/12/2006

Alton explains the sources of drinking water, its properties and dangers, and the popularity of bottled water.

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Peachy Keen
star
7.29
69 votes

#19 - Peachy Keen

Season 10 - Episode 7 - Aired 9/20/2006

Good Southern boy Alton takes on the South's favorite fruit, featuring its history, varieties and how to preserve the famously perishable flesh. Recipes in this episode: - Grilled Peach Melba - Individual Peach Upside-Down Cake

Writer: EA1007H
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American Classics I: Spinach Salad
star
6.63
41 votes

#20 - American Classics I: Spinach Salad

Season 10 - Episode 20 - Aired 4/18/2007

Alton begins a new series focusing on the basic but often neglected simple fare of America. First up is the spinach salad. Popeye's favorite vegetable needs only a few additions to become a top-notch salad. Also, salad spinners to make your head spin. Recipes in this episode: - Wilted spinach salad with bacon dressing - Cold spinach salad with bacon and egg dressing

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