Meat & Potatoes Season 2 Episode 8

Meat & Potatoes Season 2 Episode 8 Cheap Meats

  • May 23, 2011
  • 21 min

In Meat & Potatoes season 2 episode 8, entitled Cheap Meats, host Rahm Fama takes viewers on a journey through the world of budget-friendly meats. Fama considers the most cost-effective cuts of meat, discovering creative and fun ways to turn them into restaurant-quality meals.

In this episode, viewers will discover that affordability does not mean sacrificing taste; rather, with a little knowledge and creativity, it's possible to cook up mouthwatering dishes that don't break the bank. Watch as Fama gets down and dirty on his quest to hunt down and taste-test the most exotic and succulent of inexpensive meats. He shares his expertise, explaining how to prepare lesser-known meat cuts to maximize flavor and tenderness.

Throughout the episode, Fama introduces viewers to various affordable meat cuts, explaining unique ways to prepare them. Each segment focuses on a different meat, from pork to offcuts of beef, to turkey, chicken, and more. The host shares his secrets on how to prepare and cook these meats to perfection. He explores new concepts in seasoning, brining, and marinating to enhance the flavors.

In addition to exploring the best cut of meat for your money, Fama also touches on how to shop smarter for affordable meats. He shares tips to help you save money at the butcher and grocery store and offers cheap meat substitution suggestions that work for any recipe.

Throughout the episode, viewers can expect to be wowed with new and innovative ideas, such as using bacon in place of more expensive pancetta or prosciutto. Fama also takes on preparing a beautiful beef tongue, teaching viewers how to turn this inexpensive cut of meat into a crowd-pleasing delicacy.

There may be some at-home experiments viewers can replicate during and after the episode. For example, in one segment, Fama re-creates a popular fast-food burger, using ingredients he’s already stacked up to make in a pinch—a meat blend he made from the offcuts of beef, some caramelized onions, and a few other ingredients.

As always, Fama is joined by various special guests, including butchers and livestock experts, who share their expertise and secrets on how to score the best deals on affordable meats. These guests offer insights into the meat industry, touching on everything from livestock farming to slaughtering to packing and distributing.

Cheap Meats is a fun, educational, and entertaining episode of Meat & Potatoes, packed with tips, tricks, and innovative recipes guaranteed to uplift anyone’s budget meal plan. The episode will appeal to anyone interested in getting more adventurous in the kitchen while still minding their wallets. It offers a great reminder that you don’t have to break the bank to prepare delicious and amazing meals—all you need is some knowledge and creativity. If you’re a food lover on a tight budget, don’t miss this exciting episode of Meat & Potatoes season 2.

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Meat & Potatoes, Season 2 Episode 8, is available to watch and stream on Food Network. You can also buy, rent Meat & Potatoes on demand at Discovery+, Prime Video, Food Network online.
  • First Aired
    May 23, 2011
  • Runtime
    21 min
  • Language
    English