NaN/100 votesLoading...#1 - Grilled to Perfection
Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 6/8/2008
Today's show is all about grilling! Bobby joins Paula in the smokehouse today and makes one of his favorite recipes, Fish Fajitas topped with a Spicy Salsa Verde. Then, it's Bobby's Grilled Rosemary Lambchops. Tune in as then they make a Portabello and Asparagus Salad that's truly divine. And they're even grilling dessert today, with a Sweet Mango Melba y'all!
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#2 - Ladies Who Brunch
Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 6/15/2008
Paula's friend Katie Lee helps cook Crab Benedict, a breakfast classic with a Southern twist. Then Katie serves up Soufflé Pumpkin Pancakes with a side of the sweetest Brown Sugar Bacon you'll ever put in your mouth. To end, Paula and Katie are making the best Blueberry Muffins you'll ever eat and washing everything down with a Tropical Fruit Smoothie!
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#3 - Long Lost Recipes
Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 6/22/2008
Today Paula's making old things new again and reviving long lost recipes. First, she's reviving a recipe from one of Hollywood's most famous restaurants - The Brown Derby, a delicious Grapefruit Cake. Then she's helping a home viewer recreate a long lost family recipe - Lip Smackin' Biscuits and Milk Gravy. Finally, she's making a recipe from her childhood - Grandma Paul's Fried Crab!
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#4 - Home Sweet Home
Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 6/29/2008
Bubba and Paula reminisce about their childhood and cook up some family favorites. First, it's a hearty Beef Stroganoff. Then, it's their momma's recipe for Okra and Tomatoes. For dessert, it's Grandma Hier's Never Fail Pound Cake and Grandma Paul's delicious Apple Fritters!
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#5 - Lovin in the Oven
Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 7/6/2008
All the cookin' today is comin' from the oven. Paula's making food with Cheryl Day from Back in the Day Bakery. Cheryl's sharing her recipe for one of Paula's favorites, Old-Fashioned Cupcakes. Paula's showing Cheryl a hearty Lots O' Meat Lasagna. Then they're roasting up a Zesty Roasted Garlic Bread. So join Paula and Cheryl as they share the recipes they adore!
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#6 - Chocolate Cures
Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 7/13/2008
Hey y'all! Come on in to Paula's kitchen where her friend Max Brenner, the king of chocolate, is helping her make some delicious sweets! First he shows us how to make his "We Need to Talk" Chocolate Pizza. Next, he makes a sinful Sweet Dreams Chocolate Fudge. Then Paula makes him a Chocolate Pecan Pie. Finally, it's a Work-a-holic's Hot Chocolate for the go-getter in your life!
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#7 - Buffet Bonanza
Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 7/20/2008
Bobby helps Paula make a baked potato bar with all the fixins, such as a Creamed Seafood Baked Potato and a Steak and Mushroom Baked Potato. Then Bobby takes over and shares his recipe for the most outrageous Lime Marinated Chicken Wings with an Avocado Dipping Sauce. Finally, it's you'll never know what you'll get with Cheesecake Surprise Pops!
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#8 - Backyard Wedding
Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 7/27/2008
Get ready to say I do, y'all! Paula's brother Bubba stops by to give her the scoop on his wedding and Paula cooks up delicious Grillades and Grits - martini style. Then she makes some Chicken Salad Sliders and Monogrammed Sugar Cookies and berries - with a special wedding touch. Finally, a toast to the couple with Spicy Oyster Shooters.
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#9 - Paula Does Takeout
Season 1 Episode 9 - Aired 8/3/2008
Today's gonna be a fun show; it's gonna be all about Chinese takeout. First up its some hot and spicy Pork-Slaw Egg Rolls which are just as good as the real deal. Next it's Crispy Tempura Battered Shrimp which will have you licking your fingers. Next, it's a tangy and tasty Chicken Stir Fry and some Homemade Fortune Cookies to finish it off. Never order out again!
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#10 - Upside Down
Season 1 Episode 10 - Aired 8/10/2008
Today Paula's making breakfast for dinner, with Spicy Chili and Cornmeal Waffles. Things get a little crazy when Paula's friend Edie stops by to make her mouth-watering Cinnamon Rolls. Later, it's delicious Fried Cinnamon Sticks that'll make your tongue want to slap your brain. To top it all off, it's a Peppermint Chocolate Coffee!
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#11 - Deli Delights
Season 1 Episode 11 - Aired 8/17/2008
Today Alan Nowell will be joining Paula in the kitchen. First, Alan is going to show her how to make a classic Jumbo Lump Crabcake Sandwich with a delicious tomato remoulade. Then we're gonna be whipping up two of Paula's favorites - a Lemon Basil Chicken Salad and a New Potato and Green Bean Salad. They're going to top it all off with Paula's scrumptious Easy Cheesecake Parfaits.
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#12 - Sweet Somethings
Season 1 Episode 12 - Aired 8/24/2008
Hey y'all! Today it's about sweet somethings. First we're going to start with some scrumptious Arnold Palmer Cupcakes and some mouth-watering no-cook Cookie Dough Truffles. Then the owners of Paula's favorite cookie shop in Savannah stop by to make the greatest Oatmeal Scotchie Cookie you've ever seen. Stick around and you'll learn how to decorate sugar cookies like never before!
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#13 - Menu For My Man
Season 1 Episode 13 - Aired 8/31/2008
Today's show is all about cooking for your man, honey. We're starting off with a Stuffed Beef Tenderloin with Garlic Mashed Potatoes. Then, it's gonna be a Creamy Shrimp Bisque with Homemade Croutons. Tempt your partner's sweet tooth with a decadent Chocolate Mousse.
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#14 - Fireplace Cooking
Season 2 Episode 1 - Aired 11/1/2008
Today, food historian Jim Gay from Colonial Williamsburg stops in to teach Paula how to cook the old fashioned way in her fireplace. First, we're making a scrumptious Apple Charlotte. Then, it's the best Baked Beans you'll ever eat. You can't have a feast without hot buttery Biscuits. To finish it off, it's a Colonial classic with Steak and Ale!
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#15 - Paula Goes Italian
Season 2 Episode 2 - Aired 11/8/2008
Paula's got more dough than an armored car as today she's going Italian! Patrick Rogers from Vinnie Van Go-Go's in Savannah comes on the show and helps Paula make Baked and Fried Calzones, as well as a Cioppino Seafood Stew. Then, save room for dessert as they make Chocolate Dipped Cannolis!
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#16 - Memory Buffet
Season 2 Episode 3 - Aired 11/15/2008
Today Paula's walkin' down memory lane to share some Lady & Sons recipes that a few of their celebrity guests have really enjoyed. We're starting off with a tender and juicy Pot Roast with a side of Mashed Rutabagas. Have them coming back for more with a heaping slice of the Lady & Sons Frozen Chocolate Mousse Pie. Finally, we're making Vidalia Onion Relish top those crispy Fried Green Tomatoes.
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#17 - Turkey Time
Season 2 Episode 4 - Aired 11/22/2008
Paula's favorite holiday of the year - Thanksgiving! Paula's cousin Johnnie pops in to help Paula with her feast, starting with a butter rubdown for her Roast Turkey. Then, it's on to a family favorite - Apple Cranberry Stuffing. Next, we're making a Thanksgiving staple - with a twist! Paula makes Smashed Potatoes, Parsnips, and Rutabagas. Johnnie shows us how to make her famous Pumpkin Rum Pie.
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#18 - Deen Night In
Season 2 Episode 5 - Aired 11/29/2008
Paula's in the kitchen with Bobby today as they cook up some of Bobby's favorite dishes. Today's main course is Bobby's Baked Tilapia with a side of Almond Rice Pilaf and some tasty Carrot, Zucchini and Squash Ribbons. For dessert, Paula prepares a Fresh Fruit with Creamy Custard. To wash it down they're making some Mint Lemon-Limeade.
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#19 - Big Bites
Season 2 Episode 6 - Aired 12/6/2008
Paula's in the kitchen with Bobby today as they cook up some of Bobby's favorite dishes. Today's main course is Bobby's Baked Tilapia with a side of Almond Rice Pilaf and some tasty Carrot, Zucchini and Squash Ribbons. For dessert, Paula prepares a Fresh Fruit with Creamy Custard. To wash it down they're making some Mint Lemon-Limeade.
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#20 - Cater Me This
Season 2 Episode 7 - Aired 12/13/2008
We're in for a treat today! Paula and her friend Susan Mason, one of the most fabulous caterers in Savannah, are catering for themselves. First they make a delicious Asparagus Quiche, then some irresistable Shrimp Crostinis. And you won't want to miss Susan's elegant Fried Oyster Spoons. FOr dessert, it's Paula's scrumptious Strawberry Tiramisu Bites!
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#21 - Seafood Shack
Season 2 Episode 8 - Aired 12/20/2008
Bubba joins Paula today to cook up some of his restaurant favorites, starting with a Crab Stuffed Flounder that's topped with crab butter and a yummy cheesy Squash Casserole. Plus, he's going to share Aunt Trina's recipe for Shrimp Boulettes. Paula will finish everything off with her version of a Frozen Banana Split.
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#22 - Fried Christmas
Season 2 Episode 9 - Aired 12/27/2008
Happy Holidays, y'all! Paula is cookin' a Deep Fried Ham topped with a sweet pineapple glaze with Leanne Morgan. Then they're whipping up some Loaded Mashed Potatoes and some Deep Fried Asparagus with a Creole dipping sauce. And it's a perfect Christmas treat for dessert - Red Velvet Bread Pudding. So join Paula and watch her make a Christmas feast that's fit to be fried!
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#23 - Lovey Dovey Dinner
Season 2 Episode 10 - Aired 1/3/2009
Michael and Paula are preparing a lovey dovey meal and Paula's treating her man to a succulent Minted Lamb, a Smashed Potato Cake overloaded with toppings, and a beautiful Southern Cornbread Salad. For dessert, spread the love with a Simply Delicious Strawberry Cake.
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#24 - Restaurant Review
Season 2 Episode 11 - Aired 1/10/2009
Today Dustin Walls and Bobby visit to cook some specials that come from straight from the restaurant menu. They have a Grilled Tilapia with Peach BBQ Sauce, which goes perfectly with the Corn & Asparagus Salad. Another favorite from the restaurant is the Three Meat Pasta, and for dessert, it's a Frozen Key Lime Pie!
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#25 - Southern Spin
Season 2 Episode 12 - Aired 1/17/2009
Musician Zac Brown of the Zac Brown Band joins Paula in the kitchen today to help out and share some of his favorite recipes. Paula's going to make a Butternut Squash Casserole. Then, Zac's going to cook Fried Venison Medallions with Feta Dipping Sauce and pair that with a Baked Vidalia Onion with Morel Butter. Finally, they finish it off with a rich, delicious Butterscotch Pie
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The Worst Episodes of Paula's Best Dishes
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Worst Episodes Summary
"Grilled to Perfection" is the worst rated episode of "Paula's Best Dishes". It scored N/A/10 based on 0 votes. Directed by N/A and written by N/A, it aired on 6/8/2008. This episode scored NaN points lower than the second lowest rated, "Ladies Who Brunch".