With all the channels on broadcast TV and cable--and the inevitable episode repeats--it's hard to sort out what's new or worthwhile. Let us sort it out for you so you don't miss anything worth watching. Times may vary with region; check your local listings for exact hour and channels.

Saturday (September 10)

Aarti Party: This Bollywood Night menu centers around 'Night 'Night Curry,' featuring roasted lamb and sweet apricot stewed in a creamy, warmly spiced sauce, finished with crunchy toasted almonds. To serve alongside, Aarti is making fresh naan. 9:00 a.m. ET, Food Network

Everyday Exotic: Open Sesame! Sesame paste that is. Chef Roger Mooking takes an everyday grilled salmon with veggies as close to the Middle East as a half-hour in your kitchen will get you, by way of tahini. 12:30 p.m. ET, Cooking Channel

David Rocco's Dolce Vita: Rocco is treated like family when he meets up with his charismatic guide Eddie Oliva while on vacation along the Amalfi coast. The two go in search of fresh mozzarella, limoncello, and the true Neapolitan pizza.1:30 p.m. ET, Cooking Channel

Brunch with Bobby: Too busy for brunch? Bobby creates a quick, simple brunch-on-the-go menu. Rolled Omelet Burritos are tasty and fun, as are his addictive Cheddar and Bacon Waffle Sandwiches. 2:00 p.m. ET, Cooking Channel

Rachel Ray's Week In A Day: This menu shows you how one ingredient can go a long way towards building a whole week's worth of meals. Spaghetti with Bacon and Beef Sauce; Chicken with Fennel-Cream Sauce and Penne; Pulled Chicken with Bourbon BBQ Sammies; Minestrone Soup with Sweet Sausage; Mushroom and Marsala Casserole with Polenta Crust.3:00 p.m. ET, Cooking Channel

Chopped: Double trouble! With two proteins in the appetizer basket, the chefs struggle to marry flavors and the judges caution competitors against cooking to please instead of cooking from their hearts. 7 p.m. ET, Food Network

Sunday (September 11)

Top Chef: Just Desserts: Bigger isn't always better, haven't we learned that? This week's Quickfire challenges the chefs to develop a bold, complex flavor within a teeny space. 10 a.m. ET, Bravo Network

Cia America: Follow Mario Batali as he crosses the country in search of the folks who cook up the best Italian eats, and keep the Italian way of life alive on our shores.1 p.m. ET, Cooking Channel

Fresh food fast with Emril: Summertime is in the air and there is nothing like putting together a meal outdoors. On this episode Emeril Lagasse invites you to his rooftop to show you how to prepare and cook a meal al fresco. It's fresh food fast in the fresh air. 4 p.m. ET, Cooking Channel

Cupcake Wars: Four talented bakers will vie for the chance to have their cupcake creations take center stage at an exclusive party celebrating the record release for iCarly and country music star Jennette McCurdy.8 p.m. ET, Food Network

The Great Food Truck Race: The final four trucks land in Memphis where they have four hours to retrieve a 100-pound hog from legendary BBQ joint The Rendezvous, carry it back their truck, butcher it and create a barbecue sauce and dish on the master pit.9 p.m. ET, Food Network

Chopped: When octopuses attack! Given just 20 minutes to cook everyone's favorite cephalopod, the chefs scramble to get a leg up on the competition by drawing from their personal backgrounds. 11 p.m. ET, Food Network