"However, Emeril is under contract with Food Network," Welch said Tuesday. "We love him, we support him and look forward to a long partnership with him." Welch wouldn't comment on Lagasse's contract.

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From teaching us the his go-to trick for a deliciously seared steak to his tips on how to create out-of-this-world grilled peaches, Emeril Lagasse has long been beloved by home cooks. Lagasse first ...

Food Network star Emeril Lagasse is known for catchphrases like "Bam!" and "Kick it up a notch." He turned down a full scholarship to a music school and chose to study cooking instead. He worked with ...