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America's Test Kitchen

Hosts Bridget Lancaster and Julia Collin Davison head into the test kitchen to bring viewers equipment reviews, taste tests, and recipes for the home cook. The skilled duo lead a team of test cooks that viewers have come to love and trust as they deconstruct recipes and reveal the test kitchen’s secrets to foolproof cooking at home.

Taiwanese Staples

28m 23s

Test cook Dan Souza makes Gua Bao (Taiwanese steamed buns with braised pork belly) for host Julia Collin Davison. Tasting expert Jack Bishop and host Bridget Lancaster review hoisin sauce. And test cook Maggie Zhu prepares a Quick Taiwanese Pork Rice.

Episodes

  • Taiwanese Staples: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Taiwanese Staples

    S26 E2610 - 28m 23s

    Test cook Dan Souza makes Gua Bao (Taiwanese steamed buns with braised pork belly) for host Julia Collin Davison. Tasting expert Jack Bishop and host Bridget Lancaster review hoisin sauce. And test cook Maggie Zhu prepares a Quick Taiwanese Pork Rice.

  • New Thanksgiving Favorites: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    New Thanksgiving Favorites

    S26 E2609 - 28m 23s

    Test cook Lan Lam makes host Bridget Lancaster a crowd-pleasing Stuffed Spatchcock Turkey. Equipment expert Adam Ried reveals our top pick for slicing knives. And test cook Erin McMurrer makes host Julia Collin Davison a crisp Shaved Celery Salad with Pomegranate-Honey Vinaigrette.

  • Pan-Seared Halibut and Ma’amoul: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Pan-Seared Halibut and Ma’amoul

    S26 E2608 - 28m 23s

    Test cook Ben Mims prepares Pan-Seared Halibut with Wilted Bitter Salad for host Bridget Lancaster. Tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Bridget and host Julia Collin Davison to a tasting of frozen puff pastries. And test cook Erica Turner makes Julia buttery Ma’amoul, or semolina cookies.

  • Two Takes on Chicken and Rice: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Two Takes on Chicken and Rice

    S26 E2607 - 28m 23s

    Test cook Erica Turner makes host Bridget Lancaster Chicken Yassa (Senegalese Braised Chicken with Caramelized Onion and Lemon). Tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Bridget and host Julia Collin Davison to a tasting of chicken broths. And test cook Becky Hays prepares Peruvian Arroz con Pollo for Julia.

  • Ice Cream Cake: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Ice Cream Cake

    S26 E2606 - 28m 23s

    Test cook Lan Lam shows Julia Collin Davison how to build a showstopping Ice Cream Cake. And science expert Dan Souza reveals the unexpected powers of melting ice.

  • Farmer’s Brunch: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Farmer’s Brunch

    S26 E2605 - 28m 23s

    Test cook Keith Dresser prepares host Bridget Lancaster a hearty German Farmer’s Breakfast (Bauernfrühstück). Equipment expert Adam Ried reviews cookie sheets. And Bridget makes host Julia Collin Davison a delicious Appeltaart (Dutch Apple Pie).

  • Turkey Lasagna and Chocolate Sorbet: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Turkey Lasagna and Chocolate Sorbet

    S26 E2604 - 28m 23s

    Test cook Vallery Lomas makes host Bridget Lancaster a savory Turkey Sausage Lasagna. Tasting expert Jack Bishop talks all about sugar. And test cook Antoinette Johnson makes a refreshing Chocolate Sorbet for host Julia Collin Davison.

  • Corn Cakes and Chowder: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Corn Cakes and Chowder

    S26 E2603 - 28m 23s

    Test cook Becky Hays makes host Julia Collin Davison Cachapas con Queso de Mano (Venezuelan Cheese-Filled Corn Cakes). Equipment expert Adam Ried reviews dish towels, and science expert Dan Souza uses physics to demonstrate the importance of a sharp knife. Finally, test cook Joe Gitter makes host Bridget Lancaster Fresh Corn Chowder.

  • Flavor-Packed Pastas: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Flavor-Packed Pastas

    S26 E2602 - 28m 23s

    Test cook Keith Dresser makes host Julia Collin Davison Spaghetti All’Assassina, a hyperlocal dish from Bari, Italy. Tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Julia and host Bridget Lancaster to a head-to-head tasting of canned whole tomatoes. And test cook Elle Simone Scott makes Bridget a Triple Mushroom Pasta.

  • Make-Ahead Masterclass: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Make-Ahead Masterclass

    S26 E2601 - 28m 23s

    Test cook Erin McMurrer makes host Julia Collin Davison tender Glazed Boneless Beef Short Ribs. Gear Heads hosts Hannah Crowley and Lisa McManus share expert-reviewed tools and tips for easier meal prep. And test cook Sam Block shows host Bridget Lancaster how to bake Make-Way-Ahead Dinner Rolls.

Schedule

  • America's Test Kitchen From Cook's Illustrated: Unexpected Salads: TVSS: Iconic

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    Unexpected Salads

    Friday
    Dec 5

    30 Minutes

    Broccoli salad with creamy avocado dressing; roasted radishes with yogurt-tahini sauce; inexpensive coffee makers; watermelon salad with Cotija and serrano chilies.
  • America's Test Kitchen From Cook's Illustrated: Turkey Two Ways: TVSS: Iconic

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    Turkey Two Ways

    Monday
    Dec 8

    30 Minutes

    Turkey thigh confit with citrus-mustard sauce; cranberry sauce; skillet turkey burgers.
  • America's Test Kitchen From Cook's Illustrated: Plant-Based Perfection: TVSS: Iconic

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    Plant-Based Perfection

    Tuesday
    Dec 9

    30 Minutes

    Cauliflower and bean paella; meat-free burgers; vegan Baja-style cauliflower tacos.
  • America's Test Kitchen From Cook's Illustrated: French Chicken and Potatoes: TVSS: Iconic

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    French Chicken and Potatoes

    Wednesday
    Dec 10

    30 Minutes

    Poulet au vinaigre (chicken with vinegar); meat pounders; torte aux pommes de terre (French potato tart).
  • America's Test Kitchen From Cook's Illustrated: Prime Rib and Popovers: TVSS: Iconic

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    Prime Rib and Popovers

    Thursday
    Dec 11

    30 Minutes

    Sous vide prime ribs with mint persillade; vacuum sealers; popovers.
  • America's Test Kitchen From Cook's Illustrated: Bulgogi and Bokkeumbap: TVSS: Iconic

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    Bulgogi and Bokkeumbap

    Friday
    Dec 12

    30 Minutes

    Beef bulgogi (Korean marinated beef); a primer on sesame products; kimchi bokkeumbap (kimchi fried rice).
  • America's Test Kitchen From Cook's Illustrated: Jewish Baking: TVSS: Iconic

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    Jewish Baking

    Monday
    Dec 15

    30 Minutes

    Easy-braid challah; a flour primer; crescent-shaped rugelach with raisin-walnut filling.
  • America's Test Kitchen From Cook's Illustrated: Shrimp, Fast and Slow: TVSS: Iconic

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    Shrimp, Fast and Slow

    Tuesday
    Dec 16

    30 Minutes

    Pan-seared shrimp with peanuts, black pepper and lime; petty and utility knives; a no-fuss shrimp risotto.
  • America's Test Kitchen From Cook's Illustrated: Italian-Inspired Dinners: TVSS: Iconic

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    Italian-Inspired Dinners

    Wednesday
    Dec 17

    30 Minutes

    Braciole; angel hair pasta; scrub brushes; pasta with burst cherry tomato sauce and fried caper crumbs.
  • America's Test Kitchen From Cook's Illustrated: Irish Staples: TVSS: Iconic

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    Irish Staples

    Thursday
    Dec 18

    30 Minutes

    Irish stew with carrots and turnips: Irish Brown Soda Bread; review of all-in-one machines.
  • America's Test Kitchen From Cook's Illustrated: Shareable Spanish Fare: TVSS: Iconic

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    Shareable Spanish Fare

    Friday
    Dec 19

    30 Minutes

    Albondigas, Spanish-style meatballs in almond sauce; olives; the science of energy transfer in liquids; Andalusian spinach and chickpeas.

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