Emeril Green

Emeril Green is a fun, new series starring Chef Emeril Lagasse that unleashes all the information you've ever wanted to know about Whole Foods Markets and green cooking!

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Emeril Green Episode: Behind the Scene with Emeril Green

Have you ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes of Emeril Green? This crew came together to make a show about food and the environment. They came away with a passion for cooking, knowledge of where their food comes + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Healthy Heart

Jeff wants to learn how to make healthy meals that will help lower his cholesterol and satisfy the different palates in his family. This show will highlight healthy ingredients with a focus on grains. Together, they’ll make buckwheat pancakes with + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Are You Game?

Mike and Chris Hughes are experts when it comes to humanely harvesting wild game. In fact, they have a ranch in the Texas Hill Country called Broken Arrow that produces some of the finest game in the country. Today they've + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Two Super Foodies

What if there were superfoods powerful enough to help you stay healthy, reverse the effects of aging and actually put you in a better mood? Well don’t be surprised to find out that you can get them right in your + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Super Scallop Suppers

The delicate, sweet flavor of scallops makes them a favorite for many seafood recipes. But what if you’re a fish out of water when it comes to how to cook them? Sonia has a problem cooking scallops and want to + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: International Vegetarian

Lee Poston is a director of conservation and science communications for the World Wildlife Fund, and lives in Washington, DC. He travels the jungles of Africa and would like to expand his cooking knowledge. He can cook things like rice + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Sushi on a Budget

Nicole loves Japanese food, especially sushi, but has a hard time making it at home. Chef Emeril is teaching Nicole how to make some of her favorites, without breaking the bank. He’ll teach her tips and tricks to get the + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Sustainable Shrimp Farming

Even people who aren’t crazy about seafood usually love shrimp. A classic shrimp cocktail or a shrimp salad sandwich is always on the menu. But because many shrimp farms pollute our waterways, it’s important to know how and where our + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Greens and Grains

Never underestimate the power of a plant-based diet. Increasing the amount of leafy greens and grains in your diet is good for your health and the environment. Robin and Eric want more leafy greens and grains in their diet. They're + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Souper Girl

Everyday is a good day for soup. Full of fresh vegetables and healthy grains, soup is a perfect way to bring the farm to the table, one spoonful at a time. Sara runs a vegetarian soup business, but in the + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Artisan Goat Cheese

There is a trend toward smaller farms creating handmade foods with passion and craftsmanship. At the top of my list is handmade goat cheese. These artisan products are made with fresh, natural, local and organic ingredients - a great base + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Eat Your Way to Five a Day

There's nothing better than fresh produce right off the farm. A diet high in fruits and vegetables can help you lead a healthier life. And when they're this fresh, it's easy to eat your way to five servings a day. + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Taste of the Bay

Jessie Marsh has been a fixture of the Chesapeake Bay for years, first as a waterman and then as an educator for the Chesapeake Bay Foundation. His commitment to the health and welfare of the sea life within this estuary + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Manny Oliverez

Manny loves to grill but he's stuck in a rut. What's more, he's unfamiliar with using local, organic and seasonal produce in his menus. And since he's lost over 50 pounds, he needs to focus on keeping it off in + READ MORE

Emeril's Grilled Soft Shell Po'Boy

Ingredients: 8 large soft-shell crabs, cleaned, rinsed, and patted dry 2 tablespoons olive oil Salt and freshly ground black pepper 4 (7-inch) lengths French or Portuguese bread, cut in half lengthwise 2 tablespoons mayonnaise 8 thin slices ripe tomato 1 + READ MORE

Emeril's Maryland Blue Crab Feast

Ingredients: 4 cups water 2 dozen live blue crabs 1 1/2 cups Old Bay seasoning 1 12-ounce beer, like a pale ale or a pilsner 1/8 cup Kosher salt 1/4 cup cayenne pepper 4 garlic scapes 1 onion, quartered 4 + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Fresh Rustic Italian

The key to rustic and satisfying Italian food is to use what's local and in season. Italian cuisine varies by season and region but the one theme that runs throughout the dishes is to use what's native to the area + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Cabbages Ahead

Watching your weight is part of a healthy lifestyle. Eating fresh, seasonal and sustainably is an earth-friendly way to help you reach and keep that goal. Joe lost forty pounds by learning to cook for himself. He needs easy menu + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Tofu and Tempeh and Seitan, Oh My!

Kinda is a vegetarian and her wife Sara is a confirmed meat eater. Together, they'd like to cook meals that make them both happy, but it's difficult to find the balance between meatless for Kinda and meaty for Sara. In + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: And Baby Makes Three

Knowing what's in your food and where it comes from is never more important than when you're feeding the newest and littlest member of your family. Making sure that baby starts out right begins with making sure Mom and Dad + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Psst! Pass the Produce

Taking the leap to become a full-fledged vegetarian can be totally satisfying if you eat a balanced diet. And both your waistline AND your carbon footprint will shrink right before your eyes. Trim out the meat, and heap on the + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Digestion Suggestions

For those who suffer from health issues pertaining to digestion, this is the show for you! We're making a meal to settle even the stormiest stomach and it's going to include lots of Omega 3's, which are an important building + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Who Are You Calling a Chicken?

How many times have you looked into the refrigerator and thought, "What am I going to do with this chicken?" Well tonight, I've got the answers that'll solve your chicken dilemmas. These surefire recipes will keep your chicken moist and + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Fall Harvest

Cedar Circle Farm is a 50-acre certified organic farm on conserved land along the Connecticut River in East Thetford, Vermont. Cedar Circle is a CSA and uses alternative energy (drip irrigation, solar power and horse power). It also serves as + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Willis Cider House Rules

Woods Cider is an old fashioned, small batch, family run business that is green by virtue of their method of cider extraction. Willis Wood has been using the same cider press that his family purchased in 1882 and from it, + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Long Trail

Long Trail Brewing Company is absolutely green; they are energy efficient, conserve water, harness heat that's wasted in most breweries, provide leftover mash to feed cows at a local dairy, use recycled materials whenever possible and only use vegetable inks + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Vermont Fresh

Chef Jason Tostrup is the executive chef of the Weathersfield Inn in Southern Vermont. Everything that is served out of his kitchen is part of the Vermont Fresh Network, a foundation whose goal is to preserve the integrity of Vermont's + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Emeril's Culinary Adventure--Vermont

Hardwick, Vermont is a place where the community of farmers and small business owners band together, creating a locally-based 21st century food system. Emeril visits the town leaders of this movement to find out how each plays a key role + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Gettin' Kind of Saucy

From Chicken Marsala to Turkey and Gravy... it's all about the sauce. Learning the fundamentals of good sauce making is easy when you start with the best ingredients. Gail has a problem mastering sauces. We'll teach her some sauces that + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Food For Life

My friend Tammy has survived breast cancer and wants to do all that she can to remain cancer-free. Her husband Will has lost 30 pounds and is trying hard to keep the weight off. In order for both of them + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Divine Wine

Great food is even better with the right glass of wine. But with so many varietals to choose from, how do you choose a Zinfandel instead of a Cabernet? Join Emeril and master winemaker John Williams as they choose the + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: The Best of Beans

Most people think of heirloom when it comes to tomatoes, but did you know the term also applies to beans? Steve Sando of Rancho Gordo Beans is serious about the heirloom varieties he has discovered. The beans he sells are + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Meat Medley

John Stewart and Duskie Estes have two fantastic restaurants in the Napa Valley—Bovolo and Zazu. Both chefs believe in only serving meat that comes from animals raised humanely and without hormones and antibiotics. They use products from a CSA (Community + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Liquid Gold

Today, we're learning all about the amazing process of making olive oil—from branch to bottle! We'll meet Jill Lee from McEvoy Ranch and cook with the fantastic and fruity olive oils grown only in the Napa Valley. Truly sustainable farming + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: A Taste of Honey

Some people think of honey simply for toast and tea, but today, we're going to use it on everything from Pork Chops to Pizza! Our friends Spencer and Helene Marshall of Marshall Honey have dozens of varieties of the sweet + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Pacific Catch

Kenny Belov is a passionate activist for the preservation of seafood in the world's waters. Not only has he founded a non-profit organization called Fish or Cut Bait, but he also owns a restaurant in Sausalito called Fish. He's bringing + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Feel the Heat

The heat in a chili pepper can go from mild to wild. But it's not always about the heat. Peppers have been used in everything from hangover remedies to bug repellant. Emeril has come up with a few uses that + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Full Circle Farming

Farming organically is truly a gift to the consumer and to the earth. This symbiotic relationship between man and nature creates food that's safe, sustainable and delicious. Ted, Laddie and Chris hall are amazing stewards of the land and have + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Vegan Soul Cookin'

Choosing a vegan diet can have terrific physical and environmental benefits. But what if you're afraid you'll be stuck eating nothing but steamed carrots and broccoli? Bryant grew up eating fatty meats and overcooked vegetables. He wanted to find a + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Pass the Cheese, Please

Artisan creameries have a great connection to the land and the animals they care for. In the hands of the artisan, raw milk becomes rich, flavorful yogurts and distinctively delicious cheeses while protecting the lands and rural economies. Today we'll + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Emeril's Culinary Adventure--Napa

There's no place like Northern California for the freshest produce, artisan meats and fine wines. Emeril takes his show on the road to the Culinary Institute of America in Napa Valley, a school leading the way with its commitment to + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Right...From the Beginning

What happens when you think fixing dinner means "fixing" mistakes? You need to start at the beginning and get back to basics. And when you start with fresh, organic, sustainable ingredients, you're halfway there. Lisa loves to cook and entertain, + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Vexing Vegetarian

Being a vegetarian means it's important to get all the nutrients you can out of your fruits and vegetables. To that end, consuming the stems, roots and skins of your produce can mean the difference in getting 50 percent more + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: He Won't Miss the Meat

Studies show that cutting back on red meat can be good for your health and good for the environment. So can we convince a meat lover to follow a vegetarian lifestyle without giving up the flavor? Jill is a vegetarian + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Department of Energy

Most of us know that you are what you eat. But what do you eat if you want to increase your energy level and improve your overall health? Pamela is like a lot of young people today. She wants a + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Organic On A Budget

Eric loves to cook and wants to eat organically, but since he's on a strict budget he's having a hard time choosing foods that fit both of these categories. Chef Emeril has the answers that Eric needs, and will show + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Wok On the Wild Side (Video)

Stir-fry is simple, satisfying and can be a great way to get your vegetables. But what if your sauce always burns or comes out thick? Lisa Sue has tried orange sauce, soy sauce, brown sauce, and lobster sauce... but her + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Island Flair

LJ loves to cook, and fish is one of his family's favorites, but he is yearning for a new twist. He's a big fan of Caribbean food but is confused about which fish are sustainable and wants to learn the + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Grilling with Emeril (Video)

It's that time of the year! Grab your grill and get ready for some smokin' dishes! Emeril heads out to a local Maryland farm to gather the freshest ingredients he can find to make a delicious summer menu. Joined by + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Eat Your Tofu

Tofu... It is versatile, highly nutritious, and takes on any flavor used to prepare it. But, if you have no clue how to use it, then Chef Emeril has some great ideas for you. Corinne wants to include more tofu + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Food of Love

Anna loves cooking for her dates but for some reason, they don't keep coming back for more. She's got a good sense of the basics and has some go-to dishes that she loves to make. Problem is, she's lacking + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: What's Brewing? (Video)

Did you know that 9 million six-packs of beer are home-brewed annually? With the sales of organic beer doubling in 3 years, beer is not just for drinking anymore. Jason's hobby is brewing beer. He'd love to learn some entertaining + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Tempting Turkish (Video)

Turkish food is one of the most versatile cuisines the world has to offer. It can be adapted with seasonal produce and local ingredients and enjoyed every day! Handon loves making traditional Turkish dishes but is challenged by keeping them + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Low Carb and Local

Cajun and Creole food are rich and satisfying, but how do you make them low carb, while using local and seasonal ingredients? Patricia loves Louisiana cuisine, but can't figure out how to use her farmer's market picks to keep it + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Soups for Supper

We're all looking for ways to green up what we eat and how we cook. A great way to do that is one pot, seasonal soups. Rachel is a green building consultant that wants to bring her work home with + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Sensational, Seasonal Suppers

Cooking for your family can be challenging but if you rely on the bounty of the season, you're sure to please the pack. Buzz loves to cook and is capable of making some pretty amazing meals, though his family's + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Eliminate Your Steak Mistakes

A great steak never goes out of style. And with farmers now bringing grass fed and naturally raised beef to market, beef can be a healthy and environmentally friendly option. Fatima has trouble cooking a steak. It always comes out + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Emeril Salutes the Military

When you think of Army food, you think of soldiers lining up for lumpy mashed potatoes and mystery meat on a tray. But, in today's Army, cooking is taken seriously as one of the most important morale builders. But even + READ MORE

Emeril Episode: Operation Emeril

For so many American servicemen and women, there are daily sacrifices that each and every one of them must endure. With all that they have to deal with, it?s important to keep up their morale. One of the best ways + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Healthy Me, Healthy You

She likes salad, he likes steak. How do you take two different tastes and make one healthy menu? Cindy is a holistic health counselor who loves healthy, seasonal eating, but her fiancé is a hamburger and pizza kind of guy. + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Wild at Heart

Game meat is delicious, but you've got to make sure you're getting it from a reputable, ethical and environmentally friendly source that treats the animals humanely. It's important to do your research about where all meat, protein and fish come + READ MORE

Emeril Goes On the Road in Four New Episodes of Emeril Green

Emeril Lagasse brings his usual flair and pizzazz to organic cooking in four new episodes of Emeril Green. Emeril takes a culinary field trip to a U.S. army base, a countryside farm, and the hills of Napa valley, showing + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Meat Me in the Middle

Valerie loves to cook but dinnertime at her house means multiple dishes. You see, Valerie's three children are vegetarians and she and her husband are meat eaters. That translates into Valerie having to cook multiple meals and feeling burned out. + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Exotic Edibles

Do you ever find an unusual ingredient while shopping and want to know how to use it? Today, we'll help solve that problem for two very adventurous cooks. Jenn and Aimee are intimidated by the exotic vegetables they see at + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: From Market to Table

Ever go to the farmers' market and get overwhelmed by the number of fresh veggies and fruits? If you go with a game plan, you're far less likely to be stumped when it comes to using your farmers' market + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: One Fish, Two Fish, Rockfish, Blue Fish

We're all concerned about choosing our seafood wisely...Rockfish and bluefish are two abundant species that rate high on the "OK to Eat" list, but are often overlooked because they aren't as well known. Mike wants to instill healthy eating habits + READ MORE

Emeril Expert Clip: Meet Jenn Savedge, an Eco-Arts and Crafts Expert

Crafts are a great way to keep the kids engaged and learning at the same time. Tie dying is a time honored crafty pastime for kids of all ages but synthetic dyes can be filled with harsh chemicals that you + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: RV Livin'

A smaller home means a smaller footprint on the earth. But what if your tiny dwelling is on wheels as well? Kathy and her husband live in their RV. She needs help cooking with limited space. She has a small + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Eco-Friendly Birthday Party

Are you looking for some inspiration when planning a birthday party? Why not go for an eco-friendly option? Combine green values with party themes and activities that kids love. Jeanine, Liz, Ingrid and Cyndi are neighbors. They want to throw + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Triple Play

How do you get finicky or picky eaters to eat foods that are good for them? My friend Michelle is the mother of adorable two-year-old triplets who are a delight to be around–except at dinnertime. What's more, her husband is + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Spice of Life

It's easy to use the same spices over and over and achieve good results, but the key to great food is knowing how to combine them. Shonta loves to eat all sorts of dishes, but the one common theme in + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Open Your Oven

For some people, "oven" is a four-letter word. But an oven can be a useful and environmentally friendly way to cook up your meals. Dawn wants to learn about oven cooking. She usually eats healthy but as her diet has + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: International Appeal

Trying to get kids to eat interesting dishes isn?t always easy, and knowing the right portions to serve can get confusing. How much protein do they need? What about fiber? Tonight I?m making a meal that is not only going + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Good, Fast and Healthy

When you're a busy single Mom, you don't always have the time to spend in the kitchen whipping up a gourmet dinner. But before you rush off to that Fast Food Drive Through, check out Emeril's version of fast food. + READ MORE

Emeril Episode: Sensational Salads

There's nothing like a great salad made from fresh local produce. But what if you can't get past lettuce and tomatoes and you're in a salad slump? Maria's trying to eat healthy and wants to eat more salads. Trouble is, + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Stovetop Supper

People rely on their ovens for the majority of their cooking, but it's amazing what you can make outside of the oven. If you want to learn to saute, fry, sear or poach you have to let the stove do + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Emeril's Green Team Tailgate

Tailgating is one of the great American past times, but how do you take a traditional tailgate and make it green? For the past five years, my friend Jared has been coming to the same spot in the stadium parking + READ MORE

Emeril Green FAQ

Food Specific Questions Emeril uses lots of oil varieties (not just olive oil) on the show—which are good to use for which dishes? Is there gluten free Worcestershire sauce? I love cumin and have a lot of it lying around, + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: The Lighter Side of Italy

A Mediterranean diet is all about fresh ingredients and simple preparation. Filled with fruits, vegetables, seafood and olive oil, it's now thought of as one of the healthiest ways to cook. Anthony loves the Italian cooking from his childhood. He + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Hooray for the Herbs

Herbs are essential to good cooking, though pairing the right herb with the right dish can be tricky. Once you get a taste for which flavors marry well, your meals will never be the same. Sharon is a great gardener + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Waste Not, Want Not

No one likes to waste food. But what if you don't know the best way to store those greens...or even what to do with them the second day? Nichole hates wasting leftovers so tonight, Chef Emeril Lagasse has a plan. + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Sharing in the Harvest

Community Supported Agriculture, or CSAs are popping up all over. Members pay in advance for a weekly share from a local farm. But what do you do with a bag of surprise vegetables? Rebecca gets a CSA produce delivery, but + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: A Meal to Remember

Learning to cook isn't easy, especially when you have to figure it out for yourself. But once you get the hang of a few simple basics, it's amazing what you can create. Sabrina loves to eat and wants nothing more + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Home for the Holidays

It's time to celebrate the holidays! Chef Emeril cooks up a delicious meal with some of his favorite Whole Foods Market friends and special guest Sesame Street's Elmo! Keeping in the green spirit, Elmo creates environmentally friendly ornaments from recyclable + READ MORE

Emeril Lagasse Foundation Hosts Carnivale du Vin 2008 Online Auction

How would you like to visit one of Emeril Lagasse's premier restaurants in New Orleans or Miami? What if the trip included first class accommodation, a meal with wine pairings at Emeril's famous restaurants, and a luxury accessory? If this + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Vegetarian Paradise

Having a family made up of meat eaters and vegetarians can be complicated, especially at mealtime. Tonight, I'm teaching my friend Melissa that she can please both her non-meat eating daughter, and her meat-eating husband and son, just by cooking + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Bounty of the Harvest

When you stop at a farm stand, it?s hard not to indulge in the amazing amount of beautiful vegetables available. But what happens when you work on the farm and you have more bounty than you know what to do + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Gone Fishin'

You know the saying...teach a man to fish. Well what happens when he doesn't know what to do with it when he gets one? Jerome loves fish. He's tried poaching, sauteing, baking and frying...but it's always over cooked, under cooked, + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: A Local Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving...It's a time to give thanks and to celebrate the harvest of the season. This year we decided to celebrate with an "Eat Local" Thanksgiving. We picked local farmers and asked them to bring us what they're growing right now. + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: To Lobster with Love

One of the most luxurious and decadent meals to enjoy is one made with lobster. Though many people are intimidated by this seafood, cooking it is easier than you think. In fact, it's a snap to transform your everyday + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Sunday Dinner

It's great to have friends over for dinner. But what if it's your weekly church group and the Sunday Roast Chicken has made too many appearances. Ray has a high-powered Army job that he balances out with a love of + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Herb Helper

Fresh or dried, herbs are a great way to add flavor to a dish. But how do you decide when to use oregano or tarragon. And what do you do with that abundance of basil in your garden? Christianne would + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Best of the Basics

People always think that cooking is complicated—but if you can get a good handle on the basics, there's almost nothing that you can't make. My friend Anthony is a disaster in the kitchen—he doesn't even know how to use the + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Vegetable Bounty

Enjoying the bounty of the harvest is fantastic but coming up with new and interesting ways to prepare what's in season isn't always easy. Mara and Brooke are sisters who enjoy cooking but are stumped when it comes to creatively + READ MORE

Emeril Expert Clip: Meet the Whole Foods Market Green Mission Specialist

Emeril is helping the ladies plan a green block party. He has all the recipes to make the food great, but what about all the waste? Coach Smallwood, the Whole Foods Market green mission specialist, comes to the rescue with + READ MORE

Emeril Expert Clip: Meet the Whole Foods Market Wine Expert

Emeril and Francis are making traditional Portuguese paella and are looking for a drink to match. They settle on sangria but don't know what kind of wine to use. Walter Martley, the Whole Foods Market wine expert, comes to the + READ MORE

Emeril Expert Clip: Meet the Whole Foods Market Bakery Expert

Knowing the difference between white and whole wheat flour is one thing, but what about stone ground flour versus that processed in a roller mill? What does gluten give bread? What's the deal with yeast? Bread making may be a + READ MORE

Emeril Expert Clip: Meet the Whole Foods Market Tea Expert

Emeril and Shannon want to make sweet tea to accompany their country-style meal. But what is the best tea to sweeten? With all of the many teas available, the answer is not so simple. For help, Emeril calls on April + READ MORE

Emeril Expert Clip: Meet the Whole Foods Market Fishmonger

Want to make a fish stew like you saw on Emeril Green but not sure what to buy? Feeling a bit squeamish about shellfish? In this expert clip, Emeril talks with Kiren, a Whole Foods Market fishmonger who gives the + READ MORE

Emeril's Carmelized Onions and Sauteed Beans (Video)

Yield: 4 servings Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 thinly sliced white onion 2 cups local green beans, washed and ends trimmed 1/2 cup chicken stock Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste Method: In a large sauté + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Plan Ahead Meals

For people who have busy weekday schedules, cooking in big batches on the weekends can be a lifesaver. One big trip to the grocery store and a plan of attack is all you need to make a week's worth + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Answers to a Complex Problem

What do you do when you're an active college student, and have to deal with an allergy tothe very food that fuels your passion? Billy, an exceptional athlete and student, has an allergy to complex carbs. He's tired of never + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Sensational Sides

No meal is complete without side dishes, but it's easy to get in a rut and serve the same things over and over again. My friend Cecilia is a busy mother of six who barely has the time to + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Buffalo Girl

If your family had a cookbook, would you have a recipe in it? Deena wants to cook healthy meals for her family, who are bored with her chicken recipes. She's a pretty good cook, but says she has yet to + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Cooking With Kids

Cooking with your kids is a fun way to involve them in food preparation and teach them valuable lessons about nutrition. Having your kids help to prepare meals also allows them to feel independent and gives them a sense of + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Gluten Free

People with Celiac's disease have to give up foods that most of us take for granted, like pizza, pasta, breads, cakes--the list goes on and on. But there are tons of ways to enjoy those common dishes without the + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Fishing on a Budget

It's not always easy planning meals on a budget. Steak and lobster can be out of reach, but living on hot dogs and French fries isn?t an option either. Today we'll meet Stacy, a single mom cooking on a budget. + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Kiddie Cuisine

Though the drive-through can be tempting, there are other quick and healthy options for the little ones. And if you're creative, you can even sneak in some ingredients that are good for you. Today on Emeril Green, I'm making + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Pantry Raid

It's easy to stock a pantry well, but cooking delicious meals from it isn't always easy. Rice, pasta, and olive oil can all be transformed with a pinch of imagination and a dash of inspiration. My friend Marilyn is looking + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: India Express

When you grow up in a family of good Indian cooks, you naturally want to carry on the tradition. But what if you don?t know the difference between chutney and curry...but you still want to make Mom proud? Today we'll + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Gluten Free NO Style

Many of the dishes that made New Orleans a culinary landmark are based on roux, a mixture of flour and oil cooked to enrich and flavor a dish. Well, what happens when you love the flavors of New Orleans, but + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Everything But the Quack

You usually have to go to a restaurant for a perfectly roasted duck, a moist juicy breast, fall-off-the-bone tender thighs and crispy skin.Tonight, we'll show you everything about making a great duck... without the Bill! Michael admits his duck + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Keeping it local

Mark "Coach" Smallwood is a Green Mission Specialist for Whole Foods, which means he's in charge of keeping the company and its stores as earth-friendly as possible. He's all about bringing in local produce to stores, but when it + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Finger Lickin' Chicken

Join Emeril and Margaret Strong as they make a variety of easy, healthy and delicious chicken recipes. Recipes featured in this episode: Emeril's Crabmeat Stuffed Mushrooms Emeril's "Fried" Chicken Emeril's Succotash Emeril's Peachy Ginger Lemonade Emeril Green Recipe Archive Checkout + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Chicken Troubles

Emeril Episode: Not About Chicken Anymore with Keysha Gamor and expert Jerry Schultz Is your chicken under-seasoned and over-cooked? Are you stuck in vegetable rut? So many people today say they are tired of the same old chicken and broccoli. + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Help for Heartburn

People who suffer from heartburn tend to stay away from acidic foods and also from tomato products. But it's tough to give them up completely. Today, we're going to meet my friend Marat who absolutely love tomato sauces, ketchup + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: 'Meat' Me Half Way

It seems to be a common problem among couples these days. One wants meat the other wants vegetables! But there's hope for those who want to meet in the middle. Tonight we'll meet Robyn, a grad student in Psychology who + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Less Sugar, Just as Sweet

You know, we all grew up on classic dishes like chocolate cake and macaroni and cheese. We know we need to make healthy choices...but those tasty memories are hard to give up...well who says you have to? It?s all about + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Vegging Out

Vegetables can be a great source of inspiration. There is always something seasonal to take advantage of. But what happens when you come across a bumper crop of heirloom tomatoes, or that local asparagus has just hit the stand and + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Garlic Free and Great

Garlic is one of my absolute favorite ingredients to cook with, but is it possible to achieve a mouth-watering meal without it? I've got a friend whose boyfriend is allergic to the good stuff so we're coming up with a + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Stuck in a Low Carb Rut

You know, many people today are following a low carb diet to loose weight. But what happens when you're stuck in a rut? Your beef gets boring, your hamburger humdrum and your sides just need a whole lot of work + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Lovin' Lamb

One of the most versatile meats out there is lamb. It's classy enough for an elegant dinner, but simple, lean and healthy enough to cook once or twice a week. I've got a friend who is nervous about cooking lamb + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Family Meal Plans

Today, many grocery stores offer much more than they did just a few years ago. Turkey bacon and whole wheat breads are just an example of the trend toward healthier eating. But what happens if you want to eat healthy, + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Finding Your Inner Chef

Everywhere I go, people are always asking me how to make a meal that will blow people's socks off. And it's really not as hard as you may think if you know some simple basic steps to help with that + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Sweet Tooth

So many of us just want to skip dinner and go right for dessert, but what's the best way to combine sweet and savory into a healthy and delicious meal? I've got a friend with just that problem ? + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Impress Your Guests

Cooking for company can be a lot of fun as long as you have a plan in mind for a successful meal. Tonight, I'm teaching a good friend how to create a foolproof dinner that looks complicated but in fact, + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: A Man on His Own

Meal time for a bachelor used to mean a can of beer and a frozen dinner but nowadays, learning a few easy steps can make chow time fantastic. All you?ve got to remember is, the simpler, the better. Today we're + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Green Block Party

When you throw a party, it's easy to be green if you're mindful of how your preparation affects the outcome. Today I'm inviting some friends over and together, we're having an eco-friendly fiesta! We're going to meet Karen, Kim and + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Packing a Punch

Exercise at any level is an important part of living a healthy life. But when you get revved up to work out, you need to fuel your body the right way, or you'll lose energy fast. I've got a meal + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: A Healthy Change

More and more people in the United States are developing type 2 diabetes but there is good news. Some folks can control their diabetes just by changing their diet and eating fresh foods, high in vitamins and low in sugar. + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Emeril to the Rescue

We've all had to do it...cook for a crowd. Cooking for a group has it's own set of challenges. But what if your crowd may have to leave at the sound of a bell...a fire bell that is! Laura is + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Dinner in a Flash

Chicken nuggets and frozen dinners can be quick fixes for busy moms who need meals on the go, but they're not the healthiest options. In fact, you can turn one meal into many with some careful planning, smart shopping and + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: No Wheat, No Nuts? No Problem!

Dinnertime can be difficult when standard ingredients like wheat, dairy, and nuts aren't an option. Add to the mix that you're cooking for a two-year-old, and the options get even trickier. On this episode of Emeril Green we'll meet + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Slow Cooker

How to get dinner on the table with everything hot, delicious and perfectly cooked isn?t a mystery in most restaurants. All it takes is a game plan and good timing. In this Episode of Emeril Green we'll meet Nadia. + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Roux and You

You may think that roux is only used in New Orleans cooking, but it is actually used in many cuisines. It's the backbone of classic dishes like mac and cheese, roast beef and gravy and many soups and sauces. + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Souffle Success

Souffles take practice. But what if you keep on practicing, and perfection escapes you. Your cheese deflates, your desserts are dense.....It seems the oven door has slammed shut on your dreams. Aggie's a flop when it comes to souffles. + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Appealing Appetizers

Expert: Van Nguyen You know, appetizers have come a long way since pigs in a blanket. Today, people want simple, yet sophisticated starters for entertaining. But, for those who don't know the difference between puffed pastry and filo dough, creating + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Picky Picnickers

Busy moms need quick dishes that satisfy the whole family. In fact, the simpler, the better. But what happens when you're planning a big get together with the extended family and they happen to be lacto-ovo vegetarians, pescatarians and macrobiotic + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: P is for Pizza

America's favorite food is pizza. We call out for it in a pinch, grab a slice on our lunch breaks, and crave it in the middle of the night. I've got a friend who has a real passion for + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: All Thumbs in the Kitchen

Some people have a natural ability at the stove, for others..... it takes a little more work. But you still have to eat, and going out every night isn't an ideal way to go. Today we'll meet Victoria, who + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Low Sodium Solutions

You know, in this world of fast food and convenience products, we consume more salt than we realize. We go looking for the salt shaker every time we need that pop of flavor. But what happens when salt becomes a + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Mezze-Morizing Dinner

When you're raising a family, you want to do the best for them that you can. But what if you're trying to green up your family and have some questions..... Like buying local or organic... recycle or compost? Today + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Healthy Choices

Everyone has his favorite dish. Something you like to eat again and again. But for those who may have health challenges or dietary restrictions, sometimes cooking options can seem too limited, and you forget how to make food fun. Today + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Dine by Design

When you have a party catered, the food is delivered with style. Everything seems to pop with flare. But great presentation doesn?t have to be intimidating. Sometimes all you need to know is a few tricks of the trade. + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Lunch Envy

Nothing breaks up the day like a delicious lunch, but who has time in the morning to put one together? I've got a friend who wants to enjoy a hearty and satisfying noontime meal, only she can't create a + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Teenage Troubles

You know, having teenagers isn?t easy. And having them at the dinner table can be especially challenging. Now throw in teen-age sisters who never agree on what to eat?..and you?ve got double trouble. Theresa Blackbird is the mother of two + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Craving Caribbean

There's nothing quite like the food of the islands, and tonight Chef Emeril is making a traditional Puerto Rican meal to remember. He's joined by Zena, a travel writer whose fond memories of Puerto Rico inspire her at her desk, + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Chicken Campaign

More and more, people are leaning up their diets. They're trying to pack in the protein without the fat... and chicken is a great way to do that. And whether you like the white meat or the dark, the + READ MORE

Emeril Green: The Chicken Crossed the Road to Be Emeril's Healthy Dish

Looking to break out of the meat and potato rut? Master Chef Emeril Lagasse has some mean, green and lean ideas for the average Joe and Jane to bring variety into the kitchen. One episode features Emeril helping an amateur + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Picky Palate

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 + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Country Cooking

When most people think of Southern food, they imagine ribs, brisket and ham hocks. But can you enjoy the same flavors without using meat? Join Chef Emeril as he teaches his friend Shannon how to create a meatless Southern + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: A Winning Combo

You know, healthy competition brings out the best in all of us. It?s that desire to win that drives us to cross the finish line first. Today we?ll meet Helynn Nelson. She?s great at everything except cooking. Her husband, on + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: East Meets West

Meat may be one of America's favorite main dishes, but people still have plenty of questions. Which cut do you use for grilling, which grade makes the best hamburger, or how do I make sure my steak is done? Today + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Jambalaya Jones

When you live in New Orleans for so long, the food just becomes a part of your life. It's the sizzle of andouille sausage or the smell of hot chicory coffee and fresh beignets. But what if you've fallen in + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Cuba Libre

People all over the world love pork. Some of the most flavorful pork dishes come from Cuba, a country known for it's fantastic flavors. I've got a friend who grew up eating great Cuban food, only she skipped out on + READ MORE

Emeril's Recipes

Emeril's recipes are healthy, delicious and easy! This page lists all of chef Emeril Lagasse's recipes, featured on Emeril Green. Want to See Emeril's Technique? Watch Emeril Whip Up the Latest Recipes WATCH VIDEO: Emeril Vegetarian Recipes WATCH VIDEO: Vermont's + READ MORE

Emeril Green Episode: Light for Life

It takes motivation and inspiration to make a lasting change in your life. Eating healthy is one of those lasting changes you never regret. Diet and exercise is key to achieving and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. So what happens + READ MORE

Emeril Episode: Fish Tales

Fish is one of the healthiest foods you can eat but with so many different varieties, how do you make heads or tails of them? I've got a friend in hot water- she's a good cook, but she doesn't have + READ MORE

Emeril Green show launches Monday

Here at Planet Green, we're celebrating the launch of Emeril Lagasse's new series with a night of world premiere episodes of Emeril Green. Six episodes will debut on Monday, July 14 from 8-11PM (ET). On the show, Emeril shares + READ MORE

About the Host: Emeril Lagasse

On Emeril Green, Emeril Lagasse's dynamic and entertaining style is set to inspire viewers to conquer their culinary fears and to cook in a more eco-friendly way and with top-quality ingredients that are better for the environment.  On his Food + READ MORE

What Herbs Should You Grow?

By Mary Helen Day Emeril seems to have no problem picking which herbs to cook with on Emeril Green, but what herbs you choose depend on what your taste buds fancy.   Popular choices include basil, parsley, thyme, chives, tarragon, + READ MORE

Grow Your Own Herbs

By Mary Helen Day The finest and freshest ingredients are key to Chef Emeril Lagasse?s cuisine. On Emeril Green, Emeril shops and cooks on location at Whole Foods Market with everyday cooks finding the best ingredients to make an extraordinary meal. + READ MORE

A Meatless Meal

By Mary Helen Day Where?s the beef? Limiting the amount of beef you eat can really help the environment, so Chef Emeril Lagasse enjoys making meatless meals from time to time on Emeril Green. Emeril shares infinite bits of wisdom + READ MORE

Green Your Dishwasher!

By Mary Helen Day The only thing missing from the show Emeril Green is the dishwashing. I wish it was missing at my house after cooking every meal! However, dishwashing is something many of us do three times a day. + READ MORE

About the Show: Emeril Green

Emeril Green is a fun, new series starring Chef Emeril Lagasse that unleashes all the information you've ever wanted to know about Whole Foods Markets and green cooking!  Picture an ultimate foodie fantasy store, then drop in some real people + READ MORE