Good Deal with Dave Lieberman

Braising is the best, and cheapest, way to get the most flavor out of inexpensive ingredients. Dave Lieberman walks through the best in braising technique, including how to choose those off-the-beaten track ingredients.

The Philadelphia Eagles are playing, and Dave Lieberman is inspired to cook up a meal of his hometown favorites. Philly food is on the menu, including a soft pretzel, funnel cakes and, last but not least, Philly cheesesteaks.

Dave Lieberman has a hankering for some good takeout food, but he's sure he can do it better himself! His menu includes Indian-Spiced Chicken with Spinach and Chickpeas, Veggie Pot Stickers and a Papaya Smoothie.

Dave Lieberman's friend, Cricket, teaches a cooking class for kids, so he hosts her class and makes a kid-friendly meal of Individual Lasagnas, Garlic Breadsticks and Crispy Rice Treats.

Dave Lieberman hosts six friends for Thanksgiving and barely puts a dent in his wallet. Spending only $45, he makes a full Thanksgiving meal with turkey, cranberry sauce, stuffing and sweet potato pie.

Dave Lieberman is behind schedule prepping dinner for friends, so in less than 20 minutes, he prepares a menu that includes Veggie Skewers, Cheddar Cheesy Grits, Dry Rubbed London Broil and Sweet Crepes.

Dave Lieberman entertains with style for his Holiday Open House. He sets up a sandwich bar with all the fixings, and a gorgeous roast ham is the centerpiece. Plus he whips up his master recipe for basic cookie dough.

Dave Lieberman invites a few close friends over for an elegant dinner party and gives his friend, Jon, a chance to wine, dine and propose to the girl of his dreams. He makes braised short ribs, cauliflower soup and more.

Dave Lieberman and his friends resolve to eat better and exercise more! They plan a bike ride around Manhattan, and Dave cooks up a light and healthy meal that's not light on flavor.

Dave Lieberman's friends are identical twins whose taste buds run in opposite directions, and they're both coming for dinner. By dressing up identical ingredients with different flavors, Dave solves dinner for picky eaters.

Inspired by a recent trip to the South, Dave Lieberman puts his own twist on a meal of Southern comfort food. He whips up Beer Braised BBQ Pork Butt, Baked Beans and Peach Cornbread Trifle made with sweet Georgia peaches.

Dave Lieberman pares down complicated classics and makes them affordable and accessible for the normal cook in average kitchen. His menu includes Shaved Fennel and Green Apple Salad, Creamy Mushroom Risotto and Tarte Tatin.

Dave Lieberman's challenge is to cook a full dinner for four without spending more than $10 at the supermarket. He makes a Mushroom and Cheddar Fritatta and Arugula Side Salad, Chocolate Cookie Crust Banana Cream Pie and more.