Paula's Best Dishes - Season 4

First aired: 8/8/2009 13 episodes
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Episodes

1. Mornin Munchies

Aired: 8/8/2009

Bobby's in the kitchen and he helps Paula make some breakfast dishes, including a batch of Brown Sugar Bacon with a spicy kick, Bobby's Egg White Omelettes with spinach and tomatoes, a Deen favorite Smashed Potato Pancakes and Peaches & Cream Muffins. Then they'll wash it all down with Hot Spiced Tea.

2. It's All In the Family

Aired: 8/15/2009

Paula's son Jamie comes on and helps her make some Deen family classic dishes, with Brooke's Homemade Meatloaf, a Tomato Mac and Cheese and an English Pea Salad. Then for dessert, it's a perfect sweet on sweet ending with Toffee Gooey Butter Cakes and Icy Coffee Punch!

3. Sweet Sensations

Aired: 8/22/2009

Paula has the sweetest most sensational time as her friends Karen Tack and Alan Richardson, authors of Hello, Cupcake!, come on to make TV Dinner Cupcakes. You can't make a meal out of cupcakes alone so Paula then treats them to her Maple-Glazed Pork Chops and Mashed Sweet Potatoes.

4. La Vida Loca

Aired: 8/29/2009

Mexican chef Patricia Jinich is in and they're livin' la vida loca, y'all! First they make Crispy Fried Tacos with Salsa Verde. Next, they make Mexican White Rice topped with Fried Plantains, Then Paula shows Patricia how to Fried Ice Cream.

5. Kitchen Confessions

Aired: 9/5/2009

Today is all about being in the kitchen with friends! Paula and her friend Jeanie share some of their favorite recipes, startin' off with a deliciously sweet Corn Spoon Bread. Next, it's the fan favorite Lady & Sons' Chicken with White Wine Sauce. Then, it's Broccolini with Almonds, the perfect complement. Finally, Jeanie's decadent brownie recipe turns Paula's Turtle Trifle into a masterpiece!

6. Uptown Picnic

Aired: 9/12/2009

Donna Foltz joins Paula for a picnic as they make Mini Pork Sandwiches made with a roast and a spread. For sides, they make a Roasted Potato Salad covered with a creamy Blue Cheese Dressing, and a Spinach and Strawberry Salad made with the freshest ingredients in Georgia. Finally, Donna shares one of the treats from her childhood, her Candied Apples that will make any picnic perfect!

7. His & Hers

Aired: 9/19/2009

Michael's in the kitchen today and helps Paula make a Smokey Apple Cinammon Meatloaf, served up with a sweet Vidalia-Onion Pie, and yummy Carrot Bundles. We all know how Michael loves his coffee, so Paula will bake some Chocolate Cupcakes with Coffee Creme Filling.

8. Real Men Cook

Aired: 9/26/2009

Cookbook author Karega Kofi Moyo ("Real Men Cook") joins the show to prepare his signature dish Captain Kofi's Candlelight Catfish along with his hearty Quick Spicy Collards. Paula serves up her delicious Carrot Soufflé. Finally for dessert, Paula's got a citrusy treat: Orange Toffee-Almond Sandies and Orange Spiced Chai Tea.

9. Hiers Side

Aired: 10/3/2009

Today Paula is showing off her "Hiers Side" as her niece Corrie and nephew Jay stop by the kitchen! In honor of their daddy, they're making one of his favorites, Uncle Bubba's Shrimp Gumbo with a side of Bubba's Corn Muffins. Paula also steps in and makes some Deep Fried Pickles and a Banana Pudding that'll make you wanting seconds!

10. Farmer's Market

Aired: 10/10/2009

Model Melissa Keller stops by and helps Paula, Bobby and Jaime cook some of her momma's dishes with food from the farmer's market. They start off with Pork Chops with a Cranberry Mustard Sauce. Then, Paula whips up a Walnut Praline Brie and Fruit Platter. Next, Melissa hits it out of the park with her Brussel Sprouts. Finally, it's a two-layer, upside-down Pineapple Upside Down Cake.

11. Kid Krazy

Aired: 10/17/2009

Paula's niece and nephew are in the kitchen and Paula's making recipes that the kids are sure to love! First, they're making some cute and tasty Porcupine Balls. Then, it's the famous Green Eggs and Ham. Next, it's a super tasty Cheese Quesadilla. To finish it off - delicious and healthy Yogurt Pops!

12. Dine With the Deens

Aired: 10/24/2009

Bobby's in charge of the kitchen as he makes a Creamy Artichoke and Spinach Dip, and Butterscotch and Black Pepper Baby Carrots. Then Paula takes over and makes her Oven Fried Chicken. No dinner would be complete without dessert and Bobby makes his Rice Pudding with Dried Cherries. So pull up a chair and get ready to dine with the Deens!

13. Home Run

Aired: 10/31/2009

Paula's friend Dee Dee and her husband, baseball star Albert Pujols are in the kitchen to teach her about Dominican comfort food. First, they're cookin' Dee Dee's Red Beans & Rice. Then, Paula's cooking up the cheesiest Green Chili Squares. Next, you won't want to miss the secret ingredient to Dee Dee's Home Run Chicken. For the seventh-inning stretch, grab a slice of Paula's Fresh Tangerine Cake.