America's Test Kitchen

Season 23

TV-G

Equipment reviews, taste tests, and recipes from the test kitchen to the home cook. A team of test cooks that viewers have come to love and trust deconstruct recipes and reveal the test kitchen’s secrets to foolproof cooking at home.

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26 Episodes

Ultimate Yule Log
E1
Ultimate Yule LogHosts Bridget Lancaster and Julia Collin Davison make the ultimate Caramel-Espresso Yule Log. Lisa reviews mini muffin tins.
Porchetta-Style Turkey and Fennel
E2
Porchetta-Style Turkey and FennelTest cook Dan Souza makes host Julia Collin Davison Porchetta-Style Turkey Breast. Equipment expert Adam Ried reviews smart ovens. Test cook Keith Dresser makes host Bridget Lancaster Roasted Fennel with Orange-Honey Dressing.
Breakfast of Champions
E3
Breakfast of ChampionsTest cook Lan Lam and host Julia Collin Davison make Omelets with Cheddar and Chives. Tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Julia and Bridget Lancaster to a head-to-head tasting of bottled cold brew. Test cook Erin McMurrer makes Bridget Breakfast Sausage Patties.
Two Simple Pastas
E4
Two Simple PastasTest cook Keith Dresser makes host Julia Collin Davison Pasta Cacio e Uova. Equipment expert Adam Ried reviews chef's knives under $75. Test cook Dan Souza makes host Bridget Lancaster Orecchiette with Broccoli Rabe and Sausage.
Beef Wellington
E5
Beef WellingtonHosts Julia Collin Davison and Bridget Lancaster make a show-stopping Beef Wellington. Tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Bridget to a tasting of domestic caviar.
Italian Sweets
E6
Italian SweetsTest cook Erin McMurrer makes host Bridget Lancaster Struffoli. Tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Bridget and Julia Collin Davidson to a head-to-head tasting of single origin chocolate. Test cook Becky Hays makes Julia Pistachio-Spice Biscotti.
Stir-Fry and Congee
E7
Stir-Fry and CongeeTest cook Lan Lam makes host Bridget Lancaster Stir-Fried Beef and Gai Lan. Equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his top picks for bamboo steamers. Test cook Dan Souza makes host Julia Collin Davison Congee.
Hearty Alpine Fare
E8
Hearty Alpine FareTest cook Becky Hays makes host Bridget Lancaster a hearty Tartiflette. Tasting expert Jack Bishop talks all about mushrooms. Host Bridget Lancaster makes a deeply-flavored Paniscia (Red Wine Risotto with Beans) with host Julia Collin Davison.
French Pastries
E9
French PastriesTest cook Lan Lam and host Bridget Lancaster make Breton Kouign Amann. Equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his top picks for bannetons. Test cook Elle Simone Scott makes host Julia Collin Davison Madeleines.
Eggs Around the World
E10
Eggs Around the WorldTest cook Dan Souza makes host Julia Collin Davison Cılbır (Turkish Poached Eggs with Yogurt and Spiced Butter). Equipment expert Adam Ried reviews sponge holders. Test cook Becky Hays makes host Bridget Lancaster Xihongshi Chao Jidan (Chinese Stir-Fried Tomatoes and Eggs). Test cook Keith Dresser and Julia cook Matzo Brei.
Chocolate Tart and Ice Cream
E11
Chocolate Tart and Ice CreamTest cook Elle Simone Scott bakes host Julia Collin Davison a decadent Milk Chocolate Cremeux Tart. Tasting expert Jack Bishop talks all about coconut products. Test cook Dan Souza makes host Bridget Lancaster the ultimate Sweet Cream Ice Cream.
Chicken Two Ways
E12
Chicken Two WaysTest cook Becky Hays cooks host Julia Collin Davison fail-proof Chicken Francese. Equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his top picks for air fryers and science expert Dan Souza demonstrates the science of persistent firmness. Finally, hosts Bridget Lancaster and Julia make Roasted and Glazed Chicken Wings.
Thanksgiving for a Small Group
E13
Thanksgiving for a Small GroupTest cook Erin McMurrer makes host Bridget Lancaster Roast Whole Turkey Breast with Gravy. Gadget critic Lisa McManus shares her favorite mops. Test cook Dan Souza and host Julia Collin Davison unlock the secrets to perfect Oatmeal Dinner Rolls.
Pork Chops and Maple Cake
E14
Pork Chops and Maple CakeTest cook Elle Simone Scott cooks host Julia Collin Davison Pan-Seared Thick-Cut, Bone-In Pork Chops. Tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges hosts Julia and Bridget Lancaster to a head-to-head tasting of bone broth, and gadget critic Lisa McManus reviews apple corers. Test cook Keith Dresser makes host Bridget Lancaster a magical Pouding Chomeur.
Scandinavian Brunch
E15
Scandinavian BrunchHosts Bridget Lancaster and Julia Collin Davison bake perfectly spiced Kanelbullar (Swedish Cinnamon Buns). Gadget critic Lisa McManus reviews robot vacuums. Julia shows Bridget how to make Gravlax.'
Parathas and Pakoras
E16
Parathas and PakorasTest cook Erin McMurrer makes host Julia Collin Davison Alu Parathas (Punjabi Potato-Stuffed Griddle Breads). Equipment expert Adam Ried reviews ladles. Test cook Keith Dresser and host Bridget Lancaster fry up Pakoras (South Asian Spiced Vegetable Fritters).
Seafood Feast
E17
Seafood FeastHosts Julia Collin Davison and Bridget Lancaster make Cataplana (Portuguese Seafood Stew). Tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Julia and Bridget to a head-to-head tasting of fish sticks, and science expert Dan Souza delves into the science of blanching. Test cook Elle Simone Scott makes Julia Garlicky Broiled Shrimp.
Spring Chicken Dinner
E18
Spring Chicken DinnerTest cook Lan Lam makes host Julia Collin Davison Roast Chicken with Couscous, Roasted Red Peppers, and Basil. Tasting expert Jack Bishop talks all about grains, and science expert Dan Souza reveals the magical potential of chocolate. Test cook Erin McMurrer bakes host Bridget Lancaster a showstopping Rhubarb Upside-Down Cake.
Sweet and Savory Choux
E19
Sweet and Savory ChouxClassic choux au craquelin; piping sets; gnocchi a la Parisienne with arugula, tomatoes and olives.
Hearty Soup and Salad
E20
Hearty Soup and SaladNew England fish chowder; Nakiri knives; tiny tools; hearty green salad with chickpeas, pickled cauliflower and seared halloumi.
Grilled Short Ribs and Vegetable Casserole
E21
Grilled Short Ribs and Vegetable CasseroleGrilled boneless beef short ribs with preserved lemon and almond sauce; goat cheese; the science behind Thai jelly beer; briam.
Light Summer Meal
E22
Light Summer MealTest cook Keith Dresser makes host Julia Collin Davison Grilled Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts with Red Pepper-Almond Sauce. Tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges hosts Julia and Bridget Lancaster to a head-to-head tasting of Whole Dill Pickles, and equipment expert Adam Ried reviews flatware sets. Test cook Elle Simone Scott makes Bridget refreshing Berry Granita.
Blackened Chicken and Roasted Okra
E23
Blackened Chicken and Roasted OkraTest cook Dan Souza makes host Bridget Lancaster the ultimate Blackened Chicken. Equipment expert Adam Ried reviews spice storage solutions, and tasting expert Jack Bishop talks all about corn products. Test cook Becky Hays and host Julia Collin Davison cook Roasted Okra with Spicy Red Pepper Mayonnaise.
Cherry and Berry Desserts
E24
Cherry and Berry DessertsTest cook Lan Lam and host Julia Collin Davison make nostalgic Cherry Hand Pies. Equipment expert Adam Ried reviews electric juicers. Test cook Elle Simone Scott makes host Bridget Lancaster a comforting Apple-Blackberry Betty.
Spanish Summer Supper
E25
Spanish Summer SupperPinchos morunos, Spanish grilled pork kebabs; dried chiles; melting points; Catalan tomato bread; rose' sangria.
Puerto Rican Cookout
E26
Puerto Rican CookoutTest cook Lan Lam cooks host Julia Collin Davison Grilled Chicken with Adobo and Sazón. Tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges hosts Julia and Bridget Lancaster to a head-to-head tasting of medium jarred salsa. Test cook Dan Souza makes host Bridget Lancaster Pastelón (Puerto Rican Sweet Plantain and Picadillo Casserole).