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What to Watch on Wednesday: 'Top Chef' hosts Pee-wee's Big Dinner Party

One Tree Hill (8pm, CW) - A new cafe in town gives Haley unexpected competition. Also, Chase's new girlfriend has a puzzling secret.

NC State at Boston College (8pm, WRAL) - The only CBS programming you'll miss because of this is a special about Super Bowl commercials and a repeat of "Criminal Minds." If you really want to see those, you know the drill.

Ghost Hunters (9pm, Syfy) - Jason and Grant investigate a Tennessee bed and breakfast, where there are reports of shadowy figures and images of a little girl.

Top Chef: Texas (10pm, Bravo) - The chefs make pancakes for Pee-wee Herman (Paul Reubens with Padma Lakshmi at right) and later hit the streets of San Antonio on bikes to gather ingredients for Pee-wee's big dinner party.

Royal Pains (10pm, USA) - Dr. Van Dyke fills in for Hank while he's sideline with back problems. Elsewhere, Divya and Jill come to the aid of a thief who robbed them, and Jack starts a clinical trial that yields disappointing results.

Hot in Cleveland (10pm, TV Land) - Victoria's enemy Susan Lucci comes looking for support after the cancellation of "All My Children," but Victoria warns her friends that the soap star is not to be trusted. Also, Elka (SAG Award winner Betty White) talks hoops with Baron Davis of the Cleveland Caveliers.

What to Watch on Wednesday: 'American Horror Story' season finale

A Home for the Holidays with Martina McBride (8pm, CBS) - Martina McBride hosts this 13th annual event to raise awareness about adoption. Musical performances by McBride, Justin Bieber, Mary J. Blige, and others.

The X-Factor (8pm, Fox) - The remaining acts perform in part one of the two-part season finale.

Work of Art (9pm, Bravo) - Season 2 ends with the final artists at work on a full solo exhibition, then presenting their collections at a grand gala opening. The episode ends with the naming of the winner. Kymia Nawabi of Durham is one of the finalists in the competition. (If the competition was for nicest artist, she'd win in a landslide.)

American Horror Story (10pm, FX) - In tonight's season finale, Constance, one of the few actual living humans left in this series, schemes to raise Tate's demon baby as her own. Jessica Lange (right) was nominated last week for both SAG and Golden Globe awards for her portrayal of Constance. Excited to see how long it takes dense Ben (Dylan McDermott) to figure out what kind of hell he's dealing with -- and if North Carolina's Lost Colony and the Croatoan mystery get another shout-out this week.

Top Chef: Texas (10pm, Bravo) - The chefs concoct quick-fire dishes based on fans' Twitter instructions. Then the chefs honor their culinary teachers by creating a tribute meal. Singer Patti LaBelle is the guest judge.

Hot in Cleveland (10pm, TV Land) - The ladies treat their neighbors to makeovers, while Elka adjusts to dating a younger man (John Mahoney).

The Exes (10pm, TV Land) - Haskell's online girlfriend pays a surprise visit, but she's also in for a shock because Haskell has been using Phil's picture as his own.

What to Watch on Wednesday: Shatner on 'Psych'; 'Cleveland' returns

Muppets Letters to Santa (8pm, CW) - The Muppets unwittingly prevent three letters from reaching Santa Claus, so Kermit and his pals attempt to deliver the messages themselves. Guest stars include Whoopi Goldberg, Uma Thurman, and Nathan Lane.

Christmas in Rockefeller Center (8pm, NBC) - Al Roker and Savannah Guthrie host the 79th lighting of the Christmas tree in Manhattan's Rockefeller Center.

Ricochet (9pm, TNT) - A detective (John Corbett) gets swept up in betrayal, corruption and murder in upper-crust Savannah when he investigates a crooked judge (Gary Cole) and falls into a dangerous liason with the judge's trophy wife (Julie Benz). Based on a novel by Sandra Brown. Solid cast but Adrienne says it's pretty awful.

I Hate My Teenage Daughter (9:30pm, Fox) - The debut of a new pilot about two single moms (Jaime Pressly, Katie Finneran) who are best friends struggling to raise their spoiled, mean-girl teenage daughters. It's surprisingly bad.

Grammy Nominations Concert (10pm, CBS) - LL Cool J hosts the hour, which includes performances by Lady Gaga, Ludacris, Sugarland, Lupe Fiasco, Rihanna, Usher, the Band Perry, and Jason Aldean.

Psych (10pm, USA) - Juliet's estranged con-man father (William Shatner) tries to mend fences with his daughter. But his commitment to staying on the right side of the law is tested when a perfect con opportunity presents itself.

Hot in Cleveland (10pm, TV Land) - In the Season 3 premiere, Elka (Betty White) faces a choice of three suitors: her fiance (Buck Henry), her ex-boyfriend (Carl Reiner), and the husband she thought was dead (Don Rickles).

The Exes (10:30pm, TV Land) - A new sitcom in which two divorced men live in the same apartment building as their lawyer, who also happens to be their landlord. The lawyer/landlord forces a new roommate on them. Hilarity ensues?

What to Watch on Wednesday: Midseason finale for 'Royal Pains'

Buried Treasure (8pm, Fox) - The Keno brothers visit an art-filled New Jersey home, a Vermont horse farm that was devastated by fire, and Texas family whose home might (or might not) contain unexpected treasures.

Royal Pains (9pm, USA) - In the summer finale, an art collector (Wilmer Valderrama, right) loses consciousness while viewing a piece of art he has pursued for years. Also, Hank works out a treatment for Paige's mother, against the wishes of General Collins, and Divya tries to balance the demands of HankMed and Hamptons Heritage.

Primetime Nightline: My (Extra) Ordinary Life (10pm, ABC) - Cynthia McFadden explores the medical, surgical, social, and emotional challenges facing transgender youngsters.

Hot in Cleveland (10pm, TV Land) - In the Season 2 finale, Joy and Victoria wake up to a house in disarray, full of dozing frat boys and  roaming iguana, with no recollection of Elka's bachelorette party the night before. And the bride-to-be is nowhere to be found.

Rescue Me (10pm, FX) - A major fire breaks out on the day of Colleen and Black Shawn's wedding.

Necessary Roughness (10pm, USA) - Dani tackles a playoff curse that's plagued the Hawks for years, and also turns her attention to the team's self-destructive mascot. Also, Dani's relationship with J.D. progresses.

What to Watch on Wednesday: Keno brothers from 'Roadshow' get new gig

Buried Treasure (8pm, Fox) - The premiere of a new unscripted series in which "Antiques Roadshow" alums (and identical twin brothers) Leigh and Leslie Keno evaluate items they find in peoples' homes around the country and then help the owners sell them -- if they want to sell. The world-renowned antique experts and appraisers use cutting-edge technology to determine authenticity, condition and, ultimately, worth.

Madonna of the Mills (8pm, HBO2) - A documentary examining the puppy mill industry focuses on a New York City woman's tireless work to free hundreds of puppies from breeding facilities in Pennsylvania, and follows four rescued dogs after they are placed with caring owners. Directed by Andy Nibley.

Happy Endings (9:30pm, ABC) - What!? Where did this come from? An un-aired episode from last season? Just who is running ABC?!?  Okay, we won't look a gift horse in the mouth. In this "lost" episode, Jane and Alex have a difference of opinion regarding Jane's literacy group, and Dave scores a date with the coach of a women's lacrosse team, but finds out she has a peculiar quirk. Also, Penny gets a long-overdue assistant and tries to be the "cool boss," but with lukewarm results.

Top Chef: Just Desserts (10pm, Bravo) - Season 1 ended up being a huge disappointment, but that doesn't mean Bravo can't turn things around. Season 2 premieres tonight with 14 new pastry chefs battling it out in a challenge based on a popular fairy tale.

Confessions: Animal Hoarding (10pm, Animal Planet) - Season 3 of one of the most depressing shows on television returns tonight, with an episode called "Deadly Snakes in my Bedroom."

Rescue Me (10pm, FX) - Lou delivers Tommy's letters to Sheila and Janet behind Tommy's back. Also, "Francostein" runs a tight firehouse as Lou's interim replacement, then gets an opportunity to test his leadership skills on a call.

Hot in Cleveland (10pm, TV Land) - Elka and Fred (Buck Henry) plan a low-key wedding ceremony with a reverend (Cedric the Entertainer), but the bride-to-be turns bridezilla after the women urge her to go all out.

NOTE: HBO will make two "Paradise Lost" documentaries available On Demand starting today.

What to Watch on Wednesday: 'The Franchise' heads to the All-Star game

Meat America (9pm, History) - Why do we eat meat? Chef Jamie Stachowski explores the history and use of beef, chicken, and pork in America.

Royal Pains (9pm, USA) - Evan spends the day at horse races with his grandfather in hopes of helping Eddie's chances of parole, but he soon learns the real reason his grandfather hasn't been in his life.

The Franchise (10pm, Showtime) - The third installment of this docu-series following the 2010 World Series champs the San Francisco Giants. Tonight's episode looks at trips to the All-Star game for charismatic closer Brian Wilson and his beard (right), Charlotte-born pitcher Ryan Vogelsong, and Barry Zito, who talks about his culinary aspirations. If you're into baseball, you can watch the full first episode at the Showtime site.

Damages (10pm, DirecTV 239) - Ellen files her suit against High Star, but her only witness, Chris Sanchez, is in Afghanistan. Also, more light is shed on Patty's connection to the case.

Rescue Me (10pm, FX) - Colleen gets some sage advice from Mike and makes an offer to Teddy that Tommy is not going to like. Also, Tommy tells Kelly about the ghosts in his life and makes an offer to Lou, who also gets some tough love from the guys, who want him to diet. Tommy decides to sit for the 9/11 TV documentary.

Rocco's Dinner Party (10pm, Bravo) - Rocco's dinner guests this week include "So You Think You Can Dance" judge Cat Deeley. You can also visit Rocco's Facebook page for a chance to win a trip to New York City to attend the October NYC Wine and Food Festival. The Watch & Win contest goes live tonight at 9 p.m.

Hot in Cleveland (10pm, TV Land) - A visit from Victoria's daughter, Emmy (Jennifer Love Hewitt), prompts Victoria to ask Elka (and her Irish accent) for help in dissuading Emmy from writing a revealing autobiography about her childhood.

What to Watch on Wednesday: Big food finale and debuts

So You Think You Can Dance (8pm, Fox) - The Top 20 dancers perform. Our SYTYCD correspondent Lenni G will start recapping for us tomorrow, so check back here the day after shows air for that.

Top Chef Masters (10pm, Bravo) - In the Season 3 finale, the chefs must prepare a four course feast based on inspiration and self-reflection. They must also recreate a past dish that resulted in their worst culinary review, then serve it to the critics who originally panned them. Los Angeles chef Mary Sue Milliken (left, with host Curtis Stone) is one of the finalists.

Men of a Certain Age (10pm, TNT) - Owen stops up to the plate to oversee the dealership's softball team, and Joe's father (Robert Loggia) pays a visit, with his new girlfriend.

Hollywood Treasure (10pm, Syfy) - Actress Debbie Reynolds wants to put her collection of props and costumes up for bid, and an item that may have come from "2001: A Space Odyssey" is examined. The 10:30 episode features props from "Batman REturns," "Camelot," "Star Trek," and "The Patriot."

Hot in Cleveland (10pm, TV Land) - The second part of the second season resumes with the women hunting for fugitive Elka in Amish country, where Victoria grows uncharacteristically comfortable. Amy Sedaris has a brief guest role as the wife of the Ohio governor.

Happily Divorced (10:30, TV Land) - In the pilot of a new sitcom based on actual events in Fran Drescher's life, a couple faces the end of their 18-year marriage when the husband reveals he's gay, but due to financial difficulties, they must continue to live together. Here's our review.

Rocco's Dinner Party (11pm, Bravo) - After the 'Top Chef Masters' finale, a new show in which promising chefs square off by crafting themed dinner parties for chef Rocco DiSpirito and his celebrity friends. Tonight, a Prohibition-era theme. Rocco's guests include chef Marcus Samuelsson, actor Bryan Batt, actress Christina Ebersole, TV personality Kelly Choi, and critic Bill McCuddy. Our review.

What to Watch on Wednesday: A 'Modern Family' boys night out

Billy Joel: Live at Shea Stadium (8pm, UNC-TV) - Billy Joel performs at NYC's Shea Stadium in 2008, singing his big hits and sharing the stage with Paul McCartney, Garth Brooks, and Tony Bennett.

American Idol (8pm, Fox) - The remaining finalists compete. The big question: will Garner's Scotty McCreery ever sing anything other than a country song?

Modern Family (9pm, ABC) - Luke's friendship with a curmudgeonly neighbor (Philip Baker Hall) worries Claire and Phil. Also, Jay (Ed O'Neill) tries to get out of a symphony concert with Gloria and Manny, but winds up with Mitchell and Cameron on a night out with their friends -- while Haley babysits Lily. Nathan Lane guest stars.

Mr. Sunshine (9:30pm, ABC) - This Matthew Perry sitcom has been spotty, but I'm sticking for now. Tonight, Ben teams with Alonzo to play tennis great Jimmy Connors and actor Fred Savage in a celebrity tennis tournament. Ben reveals his past with Alice to Alonzo, and a careless act on Crystal's part inadvertently brings her closer to her son, Roman.

Justified (10pm, FX) - The FBI flags the $100 bill that Winona had stolen, and Raylan does what he can to protect her. Meanwhile, the coal company hires Boyd to provide security at a civil trial in which the company is being sued by the family of a dead anti-mining activist.

Top Chef All-Stars (10pm, Bravo) - The three remaining chefs fashion challenges for their fellow contestants in the season's final Quickfire. Then, they must cook a supper for celebrity chefs Masaharu Morimoto, Wolfgang Puck, and Michelle Bernstein. One chef is eliminated and the finale will be next week. After the last two eliminations, I no longer care who wins.

Hot in Cleveland (10pm, TV Land) - In the season finale, Elka learns the outcome of the criminal charges against her. Amy Sedaris guest stars as the first lady of Ohio.

What to Watch on Wednesday: 'Idol' youngsters make us feel old

American Idol (8pm, Fox) - In their  annual effort to make viewers feel really old, tonight 'American Idol' will have finalists perform songs from the year they were born. Garner's Scotty McCreery was born in 1993, so I came up with a few suggestions for him: "Rump Shaker" by Wreckx-N-Effect,  "Whoomp! (There It Is)" by Tag Team, or the club hit "What is Love" by Haddaway (that's right, 1993 was not a good year for popular music). Actually, my serious prediction for Scotty would be something like "Have I Told You Lately" by Rod Stewart  or "To Love Somebody" by Michael Bolton  (both remakes). Our 'Idol' blogger Thad Ogburn has his own (more realistic) predictions. Check out his "Scotty Watch" and submit your own suggestions for what all the 'Idol' hopefuls should sing tonight. Then tune in to see what happens.

Criminal Minds (9pm, CBS) - Prentiss prepares for a final showdown with her nemesis, Ian Doyle, and the team asks J.J. to return and assist them as they try to help Prentiss.

Justified (10pm, FX) - Three robbers, led by an aging ex-con who has emphysema and a history with Art, hold up a bank while Winona is in it. Meanwhile, the marshals question Boyd and Ava about the robbery at the coal mine office.

Top Chef All-Stars (10pm, Bravo) - It's down to four chefs in the Bahamas, where the remaining contestants must cater a high-end lunch party for a yacht club's 80th anniversary and serve up Bahamian delicacies, including conch, which they themselves must first catch in the ocean. Lorena Garcia is the guest judge.

Hot in Cleveland (10pm, TV Land) - Elka tries to persuade Max (Carl Reiner) to spend the winter in Cleveland instead of going to Florida. Meanwhile, Victoria falls for a man (Gregory Harrison) she meets during a TV interview.

What to Watch on Wednesday: Scotty picks his favorite, Taiwan takes on Sheen

American Idol (8pm, Fox) - The Season 10 finalist (yes, that includes Scotty McCreery, left) perform songs by their favorite artists. What are the odds Scotty chooses Josh Turner?

Mr. Sunshine (9:30pm, ABC) - All of the other ABC sitcoms are repeats tonight, but on 'Mr. Sunshine,' Roman has no place to stay so Ben reluctantly takes him in, and Crystal dislikes an ice-dancing group performing at the arena.

Criminal Minds: Suspect Behavior (10pm, CBS) - A sniper murders Chicagoans and when the team hunts the killer, the killer targets Mick.

Hot in Cleveland (10pm, TV Land) - Joy pins her greencard hopes on a homeless man (Jon Lovitz). Meanwhile, Melanie dates a basketball coach for the Cleveland Cavaliers who's still reeling from LeBron James' departure, and Victoria lands a job on a local news program.

Justified (10pm, FX) - A state task force probing organized crime in Harlan County borrows Raylan to figure out who's cashing Walt McCready's benefit checks. Also, Boyd gets involved in a mine payroll scheme, and Mags Bennett shows her evil side.  

Top Chef All-Stars (10pm, Bravo) - The final five head to the Bahamas where each participates in a culinary duel against the person who won on their previous season of 'Top Chef."

Charlie Sheen's Winningest Moments (10:30pm, Spike) - A half-hour special featuring a countdown of Sheen's most "winning" moments recreated through Taiwanese animation.

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