Mike Hughes on TV

1) “America’s Culinary Cup” debut (shown here), 9:30-11 p.m., CBS. After 18 seasons on “Top Chef,” Padma Lakshmi knows a lot about food. Now she aims high — sleek kitchen, million-dollar prize and acclaimed chefs. One won the top international prize, another was his coach, five others have Michelin stars. The result is slick and entertaining. Read more…

1) “NCIS” return, 8 p.m., CBS. Emily Wickersham was 27 when she joined “NCIS,” playing a young agent surrounded by long-timers. She stayed for eight seasons, then was gone for five. Now — as the “NCIS” shows return from a 10-week break — she’s back (shown here) and in trouble. Her character (Ellie Bishop) is a cyber-terrorism suspect. Read more…

1) “St. Denis Medical” return, 8 p.m., NBC. After a three-week Olympic break, this returns with a hilarious opening bit. Then it tells funny little stories about Dr. Ron (shown here) and his squeaky shoes, a tentative friendship and a stray mushroom candy bar. It adds up to a fun time. Read more…

1) “Marshals” debut, 8 p.m., CBS. As “Yellowstone” finished, Kayce Dutton gave his family’s mega-ranch to his wife’s tribe; he was at peace. Now his world has been upended; he needs a new life — and a former SEAL buddy, now a U.S. marshal, needs help. There are some strong action moments, including (shown here) trouble during a speech and protest. This sequel is way too thick with its macho dialog, but gives us sturdy people to care about. Read more…

1) “NAACP Image Awards,” 8 p.m., BET, CBS, MTV, VH1, CMT, TV Land, Comedy Central, more; repeating at 10 on BET. Deon Cole hosts, Viola Davis gets a lifetime honor and there are awards for movies, TV and music. Nominated for best movie are “Sinners” (shown here), “Wicked: For Good,” “Sarah’s Oil,” “Highest 2 Lowest” and “One of Them Days.” Read more…

1) “Boston Blue,” 10 p.m., CBS. Back from a nine-week break, here’s a potent hour. Jonah, a rookie cop, was on a solo mission to avenge the murder of his dad, a judge. That creates a fresh crisis; At the shooting scene (shown here), Jonah’s family has to step aside, with Danny and Sean taking over. The result is what “Boston Blue” thrives on — a mixture of tough, cop-show action and family emoti0n. Read more…