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Emeril is Cooking Up Something Special on Planet Green

Team Planet Green — Thu, 30 Jul 2009 16:45:00 GMT

Celebrity Chef Emeril Lagasse is back with a whole new season of healthy recipes and eco-friendly cooking tips on Emeril Green. In addition to new episodes featuring great recipes, Emeril is also starring in three cooking specials on Planet Green.

Emeril Green Episode: Picky Palate

Tue, 26 May 2009 20:00:00 GMT

For picky eaters, having the same thing over and over can make mealtime boring. There is so much really interesting food out there, you’d better loosen up and try something new. Today we are going to show one very picky eater how to expand his poor palate and excite his bored tastebuds. Today we meet Jack who, to say the least, has a very limited menu. Let's see if it is possible for us to break his daily food routine and get him to try some new and interesting versions of his old favorites.

Meet Joy Pierson of NYC's Famed Vegan Restaurant, Candle 79

Jessica Root — Thu, 14 May 2009 15:50:00 GMT

The term "food as medicine" could make many lose their appetite. We think flavorless, steamed veggies, broth or too-bitter-to-sip wheatgrass elixirs. But there’s one woman breaking the mold who has mastered the craft of making nutritious, healthy food that’s also downright delicious. Think guacamole, Caesar salads, Tuscan lasagna and chocolate mousse pie!

Meet Laura Stec, Author of Cool Cuisine

Jessica Root — Thu, 09 Apr 2009 16:45:00 GMT

After nailing down her cooking chops at the Culinary Institute of America and The School of Natural Cookery and sitting on the staff at Acterra, a Cali-based environmental organization, Laura Stec blended her passion for the planet with food. She wanted to prove that a healthier world could start with high-vibe goodies so she started cooking up green cuisine dinner parties—and it worked.

Take the Local, Organic Thanksgiving Challenge

Collin Dunn — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 12:00:00 GMT

The Thanksgiving holiday is just about here, and many of us have made plans to travel over the river and through the woods to see friends, family, and loved ones. But just because you are putting a few (hundred? thousand?) miles on the odometer doesn't mean your food should, as well. Thankfully, chefs Alice Waters, Dan Barber, and Mario Batali are here to help.

Emeril's Tomato Salad with Citrus Dressing

Team Planet Green — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 19:12:00 GMT

2 limes, juiced (about 1/4 cup) 1 grapefruit, juiced (about 1/2 cup) 1 clove garlic, minced 1/8-teaspoon pepper 3/4-cup olive oil 1-cup shiitake mushrooms, stems removed and sliced 2 spring onions, white parts only, sliced 2 cubanelle peppers, sliced into rings 2 large tomatoes, sliced into wedges 2 heads lettuce such...

Emeril's Roasted Baby Beets

Team Planet Green — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 19:10:00 GMT

6 to 8 (1 1/2-inch) baby beets, peeled and stems trimmed 2 tablespoons olive oil Salt and pepper Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Place the beets in a small bowl and drizzle with the olive oil.

Emeril's Riganato Potatoes

Team Planet Green — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 19:08:00 GMT

5 large baking potatoes, peeled and quartered lengthwise 1 green pepper, sliced into 1 inch wide strips 1 yellow onion, cut into large pieces 2 cups low sodium chicken broth 1 lemon, juiced 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano or 2 teaspoons dried oregano 1/2-teaspoon fresh ground black pepper...

Emeril's Lemony Yogurt Marinated Lamb Leg

Team Planet Green — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 19:03:00 GMT

In a small bowl, combine the walnuts, olive oil, garlic, oregano, thyme, savory, 1 teaspoon of the lemon zest and 1 tablespoon of the lemon juice. Spoon the mixture evenly over the inside of the lamb leg. Roll the leg up and tie securely with kitchen twine.

Emeril's Recipe: Sweet Potato Fries with Two Dipping Sauces

Team Planet Green — Thu, 17 Jul 2008 20:00:00 GMT

2 pounds of sweet potatoes Cooking oil spray, as needed 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1 teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper Sour Cream Dipping Sauce, recipe follows Spicy Sour Cream Dipping Sauce, recipe follows Preheat the oven to 450 degrees.