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Emeril Lagasse's Favorite Food Trend

YumSugar — Mon, 14 Nov 2011 09:12:35 PST

Ten years ago, Emeril Lagasse was one of the world's first celebrity chefs and today, he's still a culinary trendsetter. Recently, we sat down with the chef for a quick chat about the direction of the food scene. To find out what food trend he's loving at the moment, watch the video!

Watch Emeril Talk About the Origin of "Bam!"

Susannah Chen — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 13:05:08 PDT

What's the first thing you think about when celebrity TV host Emeril Lagasse comes to mind? For many, it's his signature catchphrase, "Bam!" Ever wondered how the famous slogan came about? This past week, Emeril made his first appearance ever on the Rachael Ray Show, where he set the record straight to Rach and her audience about how "Bam!" came to be. Hint: food coma has something to do with it!

Mediterranean Quiche Is Great Morning, Noon, or Night

Katie Sweeney — Mon, 24 Oct 2011 14:00:09 PDT

About once a month or so, I like to make a quiche. Sometimes I'll bake my own pie crust, but other times, when I'm in a hurry, I'll use a pre-made one from the store. The thing I love about quiche is its timelessness. It can be enjoyed at breakfast, lunch, or dinner. I've even eaten a cold slice as a snack in the afternoon! It's also a great way to use up old and leftover ingredients. This Mediterranean-inspired quiche is my latest favorite recipe. It's a perfect easy meatless Monday meal, and it's so good you may end up eating half the quiche in one sitting! The filling is a combination of sautéed onions, zucchini, red peppers, and sun-dried tomatoes; gruyere and goat cheese provide a luxurious richness. To give it a try,

Need an Awesome Chopped Salad? Go Greek!

Katie Sweeney — Mon, 11 Jul 2011 03:19:08 PDT

When the weather is hot, I crave salads. Potato salads, pasta salads, green salads, veggie salads, and chopped salads - like this version of a Greek salad. Although there's nothing special about this recipe - it's a pretty standard Greek salad - it's absolutely delicious and the perfect salad to enjoy on a warm day.

Combine the tomatoes, cucumber, onion, red pepper, black olives, and feta cheese with the lemon herb vinaigrette a couple of hours before you plan to serve the salad. Keep it chilled in the fridge and the flavors will have time to blend together. For a light meal, offer it with grilled hearty bread. Add the recipe to your collection now.

Pie or Cake? Emeril Reveals His Favorite Things!

YumSugar — Tue, 14 Jun 2011 03:45:23 PDT

It's always fun to learn about the favorite things of a chef, so that's why we put Emeril Lagasse in the hot seat! We asked the chef some tough questions: pie or cake? Macaroni and cheese or potatoes au gratin? Andouille or crawfish? To find out his answers, check out the video now.

Scream For It! Coffee Ice Cream

Katie Sweeney — Thu, 09 Jun 2011 12:53:08 PDT

Warmer weather means it's time for cool treats and our favorite frozen dessert is ice cream. It's such a versatile dish; it can be made in countless flavors and can be used in endless desserts - that's why we're screaming for ice cream this Summer! In our new series, we hope to provide you with the best ice cream ideas.

Although you can purchase a pint at practically every gas station in America, I prefer to make homemade ice cream. It tastes so much better and once you've mastered the basic technique, it's not that hard to make, as the process is similar for most flavors.

You do need time: the base has to chill before being put into an ice cream maker and the final churned mixture should freeze a couple of hours before serving. To kick-start the series, I've got an amazing recipe for coffee ice cream. Get started on it today and enjoy a bowl or two this weekend. Here's the recipe.

Emeril Lagasse on Best Places to Eat in the US

PopSugar LivingTV — Wed, 18 May 2011 10:14:26 PDT

Emeril Lagasse, the original celebrity chef, is debuting a new show this Thursday on the Cooking Channel at 10:30 p.m EDT. On The Originals, the culinary legend pays homage to iconic food institutions that have stood the test of time. We caught up with Emeril while he was filming in Los Angeles - to find out what he had to say about The Originals and learn more about his upcoming projects, watch the video now!

Take a Journey to the Big Easy With a Pot of Red Beans

Katie Sweeney — Fri, 04 Mar 2011 14:52:16 PST

Red beans and rice is a dish that is native to Louisiana. Traditionally it's enjoyed on Mondays because it's a one-pot meal that makes use of leftovers from Sunday's family dinner. The important thing to remember is that the beans must be soaked overnight, therefore a little planning is involved when making it.

It also requires time because the beans simmer with pork, vegetables, and aromatics for two hours. The resulting dish is hearty soul food that's filling and flavorful. Four different kinds of pork - bacon fat, ham, ham hocks, and smoked sausage - infuse the beans with an amazing richness.

To take a trip to the Bayou in your own kitchen, all you have to do is make these red beans and rice! Here's the recipe.

Holiday Roast: Orange, Cilantro, and Cumin Pork Loin

Susannah Chen — Tue, 21 Dec 2010 16:00:14 PST

Holiday feasts with the family call for large, important roasts - that's something I learned long ago from the late cookbook author Sheila Lukins. Make it something succulent and impressively large, like a beef Wellington or a rack of lamb, which can be shared and passed around the table.

If you're not an expert at roasts, don't dish out valuable dollars on a piece of beef tenderloin that you'll risk overcooking. Instead, stick to a more basic (and affordable) cut like pork loin. This Latin-inflected citrus, cumin, and cilantro recipe serves up to eight and will leave guests reaching for seconds - but it won't set you back more than $25. For the recipe, read more.

Food Network Chefs on Favorite Holiday Recipes and Cooking Tips

Katie Sweeney — Tue, 23 Nov 2010 10:15:39 PST

At the opening of the Barneys holiday window display, we chatted with some of the hottest chefs to see how they have a foodie holiday. Watch our video and learn Jamie Oliver and Emeril Lagasse's most important cooking tips. Find out how Paula Deen, Anne Burrell, and other celebrity chefs celebrate the holidays in their home kitchens. Looking to host your own Ultimate Foodie Holiday? Then enter to win our awesome giveaway!