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The Best Episodes of America's Test Kitchen

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  1. 8.2/10(6 votes)

    #1 - Pork Two Ways

    S19:E24

    Test cook Becky Hays makes host Bridget Lancaster Perfect Pan-Seared Pork Tenderloin Steaks. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his top pick for air fryers, and test cook Dan Souza makes a showstopping Crispy Slow-Roasted Pork Belly for Julia.

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  2. 8.0/10(7 votes)

    #2 - Revisiting Julia Child’s Roast Turkey

    S14:E9

    Test cook Julia Collin Davison uncovers the secrets to Julia Child’s Thanksgiving Turkey and serves it with a perfect recipe for Roasted Root Vegetables. Then, gadget expert Lisa McManus reviews her favorite tools for making turkey.

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  3. 8.0/10(5 votes)

    #3 - Ultimate Yule Log

    S23:E1

    Hosts Bridget Lancaster and Julia Collin Davison make the ultimate Caramel-Espresso Yule Log. Lisa reviews mini muffin tins.

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  4. 7.8/10(7 votes)

    #4 - Pork and Pears

    S16:E12

    Test cook Bridget Lancaster reveals the secrets to making the best Milk-Braised Pork Loin. Then, tasting expert Jack Bishop conducts a tasting of apricot preserves. Next, gadget expert Lisa McManus uncovers the best apple corers. Finally, test cook Julia Collin Davison demonstrates how to make the ultimate Roasted Pears with Dried Apricots and Pistachios.

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  5. 7.8/10(7 votes)

    #5 - The Ultimate Sticky Buns

    S17:E7

    Hosts Julia Collin Davison and Bridget Lancaster head into the test kitchen to uncover the secrets to making the ultimate Sticky Buns at home. Next, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Bridget to a tasting of Almond Butter. And finally, equipment expert Adam Ried reviews waffle irons in the equipment corner.

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  6. 7.8/10(5 votes)

    #6 - Childhood Favorites, Grown Up

    S20:E14

    In this episode, Elle Simone shows host Bridget Lancaster a new way to make Classic Sloppy Joes. Equipment expert Adam Ried reviews kitchen sponges, and science expert Dan Souza explains why cookie size matters. Finally, test cook Lan Lam reveals the secrets to the perfect homemade Chocolate Chip Cookie Ice Cream Sandwiches.

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  8. 7.8/10(5 votes)

    #7 - Something Hearty, Something Light

    S20:E17

    Test cook Dan Souza makes host Bridget Lancaster the ultimate Beef Top Loin Roast with Potatoes. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried shares his top pick for metal spatulas, and test cook Becky Hays makes host Julia Collin Davison an easy Chopped Carrot Salad with Fennel, Orange, and Hazelnuts.

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  9. 7.8/10(5 votes)

    #8 - Autumn Supper

    S21:E2

    Host Bridget Lancaster prepares perfect Oven-Roasted Chicken Thighs, equipment expert Adam Ried rounds up the best tools for roasting, and host Julia Collin Davison bakes the easiest-ever Apple Crumble.

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  10. 7.8/10(5 votes)

    #9 - Simple and Elegant Dinner

    S21:E4

    Host Bridget Lancaster makes a foolproof recipe for Pan-Seared Strip Steaks. Equipment expert Adam Ried shares his picks for nonstick-friendly tools, and gadget critic Lisa McManus shares her favorite tools to keep your kitchen clean. Finally, test cook Dan Souza prepares Beet Salad with Spiced Yogurt and Watercress.

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  11. 7.8/10(5 votes)

    #10 - Japanese-Inspired Favorites

    S21:E7

    Host Bridget Lancaster fries up a batch of Karaage (Japanese Fried Chicken Thighs), ingredient expert Jack Bishop discusses soba noodles, and gadget critic Lisa McManus recommends the best drainers and strainers. Finally, test cook Becky Hays makes Chilled Soba Noodles with Cucumber, Snow Peas, and Radishes.

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  12. 7.6/10(8 votes)

    #11 - French-Style Dutch Oven Dinners

    S14:E5

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

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  13. 7.6/10(8 votes)

    #12 - New York Natives

    S16:E2

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  14. 7.6/10(5 votes)

    #13 - Summer Picnic Party

    S19:E25

    In this episode, test cook Dan Souza and host Julia teach viewers how to make the ultimate Grilled Chicken Thighs with Mustard and Tarragon. Tasting expert Jack Bishop then challenges Bridget to a fresh mozzarella tasting, and test cook Keith Dresser makes Bridget a foolproof Italian Pasta Salad.

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  15. 7.4/10(8 votes)

    #14 - French Bistro Favorites

    S16:E1

    Recipes for simple pot-au-feu, and raspberry charlotte.

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  16. 7.4/10(6 votes)

    #15 - The Perfect Cookie

    S19:E6

    Test cook Dan Souza makes Julia a festive recipe for Easy Holiday Sugar Cookies. Equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his top pick for parchment paper, and gadget critic Lisa McManus reviews silicone baking mats. Test cook Lan Lam then makes Bridget the Best Lemon Bars.

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  17. 7.4/10(5 votes)

    #16 - Chicken and Biscuits

    S20:E6

    Test cook Lan Lam and host Bridget Lancaster unlock the secrets to foolproof Braised Chicken with Mustard and Herbs. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried shares his top picks for pastry and silicone brushes. Finally, test cook Dan Souza shows host Julia Collin Davison a recipe for Easiest-Ever Biscuits. 

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  18. 7.4/10(5 votes)

    #17 - Rustic French Fare

    S20:E19

    In this episode, host Bridget Lancaster reveals the secrets to a classic Fougasse. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried shares his pick for the best automatic hand soap dispenser. Finally, test cook Becky Hays makes Bridget the perfect Provençal Vegetable Soup.

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  19. 7.2/10(8 votes)

    #18 - Special-Occasion Roasts

    S14:E11

    Test cook Julia Collin Davison uncovers the secrets to making the best Pepper-Crusted Beef Tenderloin Roast. Next, equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his top pick for pepper grinders in the Equipment Corner. And finally, test cook Bridget Lancaster shows host Christopher Kimball how to make perfect Roast Butterflied Leg of Lamb with Coriander, Cumin, and Mustard Seeds at home.

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  20. 7.2/10(7 votes)

    #19 - Dinner in Italy

    S16:E14

    Man on the street Doc Willoughby learns all about Sicilian-style pizza from the Barbati family of L&B Spumoni Gardens in Brooklyn. Then, test cook Bridget Lancaster demonstrates how to make the ultimate Thick-Crust Sicilian-Style Pizza at home. Next, test cook Becky Hays uncovers the secrets to Homemade Ricotta Cheese. Finally, test cook Julia Collin Davison demonstrates how to make the best Pasta with Cauliflower, Bacon, and Bread Crumbs.

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  21. 7.2/10(5 votes)

    #20 - Savory and Sweet Italian

    S20:E12

    Test cook Dan Souza makes host Bridget Lancaster the best Meat Ravioli with Quick Tomato Sauce. Then, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges host Julia Collin Davison to a taste test of unsweetened chocolate. Finally, test cook Keith Dresser shares the secret to perfect Torta Caprese. 

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  22. 7.0/10(8 votes)

    #21 - Cast Iron Staples

    S17:E1

    Hosts Julia Collin Davison and Bridget Lancaster debunk cast iron myths and share the basics for cast iron care. Then, Julia shows Bridget how to make the ultimate Cast Iron Steak. Next, equipment expert Adam Ried reviews paper towel holders in the Equipment Corner. And finally, test cook Dan Souza uncovers the secrets to Crisp Roast Butterflied Chicken with Rosemary and Garlic.

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  23. 6.8/10(5 votes)

    #22 - Latin Comfort Food

    S19:E26

    Test cook Elle Simone makes Julia the best Braised New Mexico–Style Pork in Red Chile Sauce (Carne Adovada), and equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his top pick for 9-inch tongs. Then, test cook Erin McMurrer makes Bridget the ultimate Mexican Corn Salad (Esquites).

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    #23 - Tomato Sauces for Pasta

    S1:E1

    America's Test Kitchen tackles tomato sauce. Recipes: Pasta and Fresh Tomato Sauce with Onion and Bacon, Pasta and Fresh Tomato Sauce with Garlic and Basil, Pasta and Fresh Tomato Sauce with Chile Pepper and Basil, Rustic Slow-Simmered Tomato Sauce with Meat Tasting Lab: Which Canned Tomatoes Should You Buy? Science Desk: Taste

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    #24 - The Perfect Roast Turkey

    S1:E2

    The secret to really crispy, browned skin and moist, flavorful meat Recipes: Roast Stuffed Crisped-Skin Turkey Tasting Lab: Turkeys -- What's in a Name? Equipment Center: Digitals Top Instant-Read Thermometer Ratings

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    #25 - Great Roast Chicken

    S1:E3

    Should you roast in a hot oven or a moderate oven? How do you get crisp skin and moist, tender breast meat? We answer these questions and more. Recipes: Easy Roast Chicken Tasting Lab: Kosher Bird Wins Chicken Tasting Science Desk: What is the Difference between White and Dark Meat?

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Best Episodes Summary

"Pork Two Ways" is the best rated episode of "America's Test Kitchen". It scored 8.2/10 based on 6 votes. Directed by N/A and written by N/A, it aired on 7/20/2019. This episode scored 0.2 points higher than the second highest rated, "Revisiting Julia Child’s Roast Turkey".