America's Test Kitchen

Host Christopher Kimball goes into the test kitchen to learn how to create an updated French classic, Modern Beef Burgundy, with test cook Becky Hays. Next, equipment expert Adam Ried reviews potato ricers in the Equipment Corner. Then, test cook Bridget Lancaster shows Chris how to make Braised Red Potatoes with Lemon and Chives. And finally, Chris reveals the science behind potato starch.

Test cook Julia Collin Davison shows host ChristopherKimball how to make the ultimate dessert, Chocolate-Espresso Dacquoise. Chris then reveals the sciencebehind egg whites. And finally, Chris answers viewerquestions in Letters to the Editor.

Test cook Julia Collin Davison uncovers the secretsto the best Soft-Cooked Eggs. Then, test cookBryan Roof shows host Christopher Kimball howto make a classic Fluffy Omelet. Next, gadget guruLisa McManus reveals her favorite egg gadgets, andfinally, test cook Bridget Lancaster demonstrateshow to make Perfect Fried Eggs.

Test cook Dan Souza shows host Christopher Kimballhow to make a great Thin-Crust Whole-Wheat Pizzawith Garlic Oil, Three Cheeses, and Basil at home, andgadget guru Lisa McManus reveals her favorite pizzagadgets. Next, tasting expert Jack Bishop challengesChris to a tasting of goat cheese. And finally, testcook Bridget Lancaster uncovers the secrets to theultimate Grown-Up Grilled Cheese Sandwiches withCheddar and Shallot.

Test cook Bridget Lancaster uncovers the secretsto French-Style Chicken and Stuffing in a Pot. Then,host Christopher Kimball answers cooking questionsin Letters to the Editor. And finally, test cook JuliaCollin Davison shows Chris how to make a French-Style Pork Stew at home.

Man on the street Doc Willoughby visits LakotaBakery in just outside of Boston, to learn all aboutFlorentine lace cookies from a pro. Then, in the testkitchen, test cook Bridget Lancaster shows hostChristopher Kimball how to make Florentine LaceCookies at home. Next, tasting expert Jack Bishopchallenges Chris to a tasting of coffee. And finally,test cook Julia Collin Davison uncovers the secrets tothe ultimate Almond Biscotti.

Host Christopher Kimball goes into the kitchen withtest cook Julia Collin Davison to learn how to makeperfect Herb-Crusted Salmon. Next, equipmentexpert Adam Ried reviews stovetop smokers in theEquipment Corner. And finally, test cook BridgetLancaster shows Chris how to make the best CrispyPotato Latkes at home.

Test cook Julia Collin Davison uncovers the secrets tothe Best Chicken Parmesan. Next, gadget guru LisaMcManus reviews her favorite kitchen gadgets. Andfinally, test cook Bryan Roof uncovers the secrets tofoolproof Pasta alla Norcina.

Test cook Julia Collin Davison uncovers the secretsto Julia Child's Thanksgiving Turkey and serves it witha perfect recipe for Roasted Root Vegetables. Then,gadget guru Lisa McManus reviews her favorite toolsfor making turkey.

Test cook Julia Collin Davison uncovers the secretsto making the Best Chocolate Tart. Next, gadget guruLisa McManus reviews a few of her favorite kitchengadgets. Then, test cook Bridget Lancaster showshost Christopher Kimball how to make the BestButterscotch Pudding at home.

Test cook Julia Collin Davison uncovers the secretsto making the best Pepper-Crusted Beef TenderloinRoast. Next, equipment expert Adam Ried revealshis top pick for pepper grinders in the EquipmentCorner. And finally, test cook Bridget Lancastershows host Christopher Kimball how to make perfectRoast Butterflied Leg of Lamb with Coriander, Cumin,and Mustard Seeds at home.

Test cook Becky Hays uncovers the secrets to makingWild Rice and Mushroom Soup. Next, tasting expertJack Bishop challenges host Christopher Kimball toa tasting of wild rice. And finally, Chris goes into thekitchen with test cook Bryan Roof to learn how tomake Creamy Cauliflower Soup at home.

Test cook Becky Hayes reveals the secrets toFoolproof Spaghetti Carbonara. Then, hostChristopher Kimball answers cooking questions inLetters to the Editor. Next, host Christopher Kimballexplains the science behind proteins in eggs. Then,tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Chris to a tastingof Jarred Green Olives. And finally, test cook JuliaCollin Davison shows Chris how to make the bestSummer Pasta Puttanesca.

Test cook Dan Souza teaches host ChristopherKimball how to bake the best Oatmeal Muffins.Next, equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his toppick for drip coffee makers in the Equipment Corner.And finally, test cook Becky Hays uncovers thesecrets to Almond Granola with Dried Fruit.

Test cook Bridget Lancaster shows host ChristopherKimball how to make homemade Italian WeddingSoup. Next, tasting expert Jack Bishop challengesChris to a tasting of chicken broth. And, finally,test cook Julia Collin Davison reveals the secretsto the ultimate Hearty Spanish-Style Lentil andChorizo Soup.

Test cook Bridget Lancaster reveals the secrets tomaking the best Philly Cheesesteaks right at home!Next, gadget guru Lisa McManus shares the testkitchen's tips for perfect knife sharpening, and equipmentexpert Adam Ried reveals his top pick forscrub brushes in the Equipment Corner. Then, hostChristopher Kimball goes to Red's Eats in Maineor one of their famous lobster rolls. And finally,in the test kitchen, test cook Julia Collin Davisonshows Chris how to make the perfect New EnglandLobster Roll.

Test cook Bridget Lancaster shows host ChristopherKimball how to make Garlicky Roasted Shrimp withParsley and Anise at home. Next, equipment expertAdam Ried reveals his top picks for cast-iron skilletsand Dutch ovens in the Equipment Corner. And finally,test cook Julia Collin Davison reveals the secrets tomaking the best Oven-Steamed Mussels.

Man on the street Doc Willoughby visits Hi-RiseBakery across the river in Cambridge, MA, to learn allabout brioche from a pro. Then, in the test kitchen,test cook Bridget Lancaster shows host ChristopherKimball how to make No-Knead Brioche at home.Next, gadget guru Lisa McManus reviews briochepans and tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Christo a tasting of bacon. And finally, test cook Julia CollinDavison shows Chris how to make the ultimate LemonRicotta Pancakes.

Man on the street Doc Willoughby learns aboutCuban cuisine from chef Maricel Presilla of ZafraKitchens in New York. Then, test cook BridgetLancaster shows host Christopher Kimball how tomake a perfect Cuban-Style Picadillo at home. Next,equipment expert Adam Ried reviews tortilla pressesin the Equipment Corner. And finally, test cook JuliaCollin Davison uncovers the secrets to CubanShredded Beef.

Test cook Julia Collin Davison shows host ChristopherKimball how to make the ultimate Sweet and TangyBarbecued Chicken. Next, tasting expert Jack Bishopchallenges Chris to a tasting of BBQ sauce. Andfinally, test cook Bridget Lancaster uncovers thesecrets to making Fresh Corn Cornbread.

Test cook Bridget Lancaster shows host ChristopherKimball how to make the best Grilled Lemon Chickenwith Rosemary. Next, equipment expert Adam Riedreviews skillets and saucepans in the EquipmentCorner. And finally, test cook Julia Collin Davisonuncovers the secrets to the ultimate Beets withLemon and Almonds.

Test cook Bridget Lancaster uncovers the secretsto Grilled Glazed Baby Back Ribs. Then, equipmentexpert Adam Ried reviews charcoal grills in theEquipment Corner. Next, test cook Julia CollinDavison reveals the test kitchen's tips to perfectGrilled Corn with Basil and Lemon Butter.

Test cook Julia Collin Davison uncovers the secrets tomaking the best Summer Berry Trifle at home. Then,test cook Bridget Lancaster shows host ChristopherKimball how to make the ultimate Fresh Peach Pie.

Test cook Bridget Lancaster shows host ChristopherKimball how to make the best Grilled Glazed PorkTenderloin Roast. Next, equipment expert Adam Riedreviews inexpensive chef's knives in the EquipmentCorner. And finally, test cook Dan Souza uncovers thesecrets to perfect Grilled Glazed Boneless, SkinlessChicken Breasts.