Alton Brown
9 recipes converted from their YouTube cooking videos.
Chicken Picata with Thighs
A twist on classic chicken picata using boneless, skinless chicken thighs that are pounded flat, lightly flour‑coated, browned, then braised with mushrooms, capers, lemon, white wine and a velvety butter‑lemon sauce. The result is juicy, flavorful chicken with a bright, buttery sauce perfect for a weeknight dinner.
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A two‑part steak feast from Alton Brown: the inside skirt steak is gently cooked sous‑vide in marinara, then finished with a quick sear, while the outside skirt steaks are marinated in a bright lime‑molasses sauce and grilled over charcoal. Served with cheesy bruschetta, this dish showcases the contrasting textures of the two skirt cuts.
Gluten-Free Peanut Butter Cookies
A quick, flour‑free peanut butter cookie that uses just a handful of pantry staples. Perfect for kids (if no peanut allergy) and easy enough to make with minimal equipment.
Flexible Smoked Turkey and Bean Soup
A hearty, one‑pot soup that turns leftover smoked turkey, beans, and canned tomatoes into a comforting meal. Built on Alton Brown’s six‑category soup framework—aromatics, herbs, flavorful liquid, chunkies, acid, and garnish—this recipe is flexible, flavorful, and perfect for a quick dinner.
Gluten-Free Sugar Cookies
A festive, melt‑in‑your‑mouth sugar cookie made completely gluten‑free using a custom flour blend. The dough is chilled for optimal texture, rolled thin, and baked at a low temperature for a soft, buttery crumb. Makes about four dozen cookies—perfect for Santa’s plate or any holiday gathering.
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A classic American backyard spread featuring three timeless side dishes—tangy vinegar‑based coleslaw, smoky slow‑cooked baked beans, and creamy potato salad. Inspired by Alton Brown’s detailed tutorial, this recipe walks you through each step, from toasting spices and brining cabbage to soaking beans and perfecting the potato dressing, ensuring each dish is flavorful, well‑textured, and ready for any summer grill‑out.
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A homage to the original White Castle slider, this recipe uses thinly rolled ground chuck, a mustard‑spice rub, steamed onion juice, and American cheese to create the iconic bite‑size burger that Alton Brown calls the purest expression of the American hamburger.
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A holiday centerpiece featuring a choice‑grade standing rib roast that is dry‑wrapped for several days, seasoned with beef tallow, kosher salt and fresh black pepper, slow‑roasted to a perfect medium‑rare, finished with a high‑heat sear, and served alongside a classic pop‑over style Yorkshire pudding.
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A two‑part recipe that walks you through making fresh cottage cheese from whole milk and then turning it into a silky, tangy cheesecake baked in a water bath. Perfect for a high‑protein dessert or snack, this Alton Brown‑style cheesecake combines a buttery cracker crust with a creamy cottage‑cheese filling.