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The Best Episodes of America's Test Kitchen Season 17

Every episode of America's Test Kitchen Season 17 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of America's Test Kitchen Season 17!

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    America's Test Kitchen Season 17 Episode 1 - Cast Iron Staples
    7.0/10(8 votes)

    #1 - 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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  2. America's Test Kitchen Season 17 Episode 2 - Two Modern Stews
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #2 - Two Modern Stews

    S17:E2

    Host Bridget Lancaster shows host Julia Collin Davison how to make the ultimate Portuguese-Style Beef Stew. Next, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Julia to a tasting of prepared pesto. Then, gadget expert Lisa McManus reviews the worst gadgets of the year. Finally, test cook Becky Hays reveals the secrets to making the best Quinoa and Vegetable Stew.

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  3. America's Test Kitchen Season 17 Episode 3 - Back to Basics
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #3 - Back to Basics

    S17:E3

    Host Bridget Lancaster shows host Julia Collin Davison how to make the ultimate Roasted Bone-In Chicken Breasts. Next, equipment expert Adam Ried reviews kitchen trash cans in the Equipment Corner. Finally, test cook Elle Simone reveals the secrets to making the Best Baked Potatoes.

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  4. America's Test Kitchen Season 17 Episode 4 - New England Classics
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #4 - New England Classics

    S17:E4

    Host Julia Collin Davison goes into the test kitchen with host Bridget Lancaster to reveal the secrets to making Home-Corned Beef with Vegetables. Then, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Bridget to a tasting of sherry vinegar. Next, science expert Dan Souza uncovers the science of salt diffusion and nitrites. Finally, test cook Elle Simone shows Julia how to make the ultimate Snickerdoodles.

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  5. America's Test Kitchen Season 17 Episode 5 - Flavorful Italian Favorites
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #5 - Flavorful Italian Favorites

    S17:E5

    Host Bridget Lancaster shows host Julia Collin Davison how to make perfect Cheese and Tomato Lasagna. Next, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Julia to a tasting of jarred anchovies. Finally, test cook Keith Dresser uncovers the secrets to Really Good Garlic Bread.

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  6. America's Test Kitchen Season 17 Episode 6 - Seafood Supper
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #6 - Seafood Supper

    S17:E6

    Host Julia Collin Davison reveals the steps for making perfect Pan-Seared Salmon. Next, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges host Bridget Lancaster to a tasting of fish sauce. Then, science expert Dan Souza demonstrates the differences between wild and farmed salmon. Finally, test cook Elle Simone shows Julia the secrets to making the ultimate Shrimp Scampi.

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  7. America's Test Kitchen Season 17 Episode 7 - The Ultimate Sticky Buns
    7.8/10(7 votes)

    #7 - 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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  8. America's Test Kitchen Season 17 Episode 8 - Hearty One Pot Meals
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #8 - Hearty One Pot Meals

    S17:E8

    Host Julia Collin Davison shows host Bridget Lancaster how to make the Best Ground Beef Chili. Next, equipment expert Adam Ried reviews food processors in the Equipment Corner. Finally, test cook Erin McMurrer uncovers the secrets to the ultimate Red Lentil Soup with North African Spices.

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  9. America's Test Kitchen Season 17 Episode 9 - Outsmarting Thanksgiving
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #9 - Outsmarting Thanksgiving

    S17:E9

    Test cook Dan Souza shows host Julia Collin Davison how to make the ultimate Roast Turkey. Next, gadget expert Lisa McManus uncovers the best oven thermometers. Finally, test cook Becky Hays uncovers the secrets to Foolproof Boiled Corn.

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  10. America's Test Kitchen Season 17 Episode 10 - Korean Feast
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #10 - Korean Feast

    S17:E10

    Host Julia Collin Davison shows host Bridget Lancaster how to make the ultimate Korean Rice Bowl at home. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried reviews spider skimmers in the equipment corner. Finally, test cook Dan Souza reveals the secrets for making perfect Korean Fried Chicken Wings.

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  11. America's Test Kitchen Season 17 Episode 11 - Big Easy Favorites
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #11 - Big Easy Favorites

    S17:E11

    Host Bridget Lancaster shows host Julia Collin Davison the steps to making the ultimate Chicken and Sausage Gumbo. Then, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Julia to a tasting of smoked paprika. Finally, test cook Erin McMurrer reveals the secrets to making the best Red Beans and Rice.

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  12. America's Test Kitchen Season 17 Episode 12 - Pantry Pastas
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #12 - Pantry Pastas

    S17:E12

    Host Bridget Lancaster uncovers the secrets for making perfect Pasta e Ceci. Next, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges host Julia Collin Davison to a tasting of parmesan. Then, science expert Dan Souza reveals the science behind parmesan’s signature flavor. Finally, test cook Elle Simone shows Bridget how to make the ultimate Penne Arrabbiata.

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  13. America's Test Kitchen Season 17 Episode 13 - Refreshing Desserts
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #13 - Refreshing Desserts

    S17:E13

    Host Bridget Lancaster goes into the test kitchen with test cook Dan Souza to learn how to make the best Ginger Frozen Yogurt at home. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried reviews digital scales in the equipment corner. Next, gadget expert Lisa McManus uncovers the best personal blenders. Finally, test cook Tim Chin shows host Julia Collin Davison how to make perfect Lemon Posset with Berries.

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  14. America's Test Kitchen Season 17 Episode 14 - Baked Alaska Showstopper
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #14 - Baked Alaska Showstopper

    S17:E14

    Hosts Julia Collin Davison and Bridget Lancaster head into the test kitchen to uncover the secrets to making the ultimate Baked Alaska at home. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried reviews ice cream machines in the Equipment Corner. Next, science expert Dan Souza reveals the science of insulation and thermodynamics at work in Baked Alaska. And finally, gadget expert Lisa McManus shares the best offset spatulas.

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  15. America's Test Kitchen Season 17 Episode 15 - Italian Chicken
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #15 - Italian Chicken

    S17:E15

    Hosts Julia Collin Davison and Bridget Lancaster go into the test kitchen together to uncover the secrets to Better Chicken Marsala. Next, equipment expert Adam Ried reviews Manual Citrus Juicers in the Equipment Corner. Finally, test cook Erin McMurrer shows Bridget how to make the ultimate Skillet-Roasted Chicken in Lemon Sauce at home.

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  16. America's Test Kitchen Season 17 Episode 16 - Autumn Desserts
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #16 - Autumn Desserts

    S17:E16

    Host Bridget Lancaster goes into the test kitchen with host Julia Collin Davison to learn how to make the ultimate Chewy Oatmeal Cookies. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried reviews mini prep bowls in the Equipment Corner. Finally, test cook Elle Simone reveals the secrets to Ultranutty Pecan Bars.

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  17. America's Test Kitchen Season 17 Episode 17 - Chinese Takeout, Revised
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #17 - Chinese Takeout, Revised

    S17:E17

    Host Bridget Lancaster goes into the test kitchen with host Julia Collin Davison to learn how to make the best Beef Stir-Fry with Bell Peppers and Black Pepper Sauce at home. Then, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Bridget to a tasting of soy sauce. Next, test cook Keith Dresser shows Julia how to make the ultimate Scallion Pancakes with Dipping Sauce.

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  18. America's Test Kitchen Season 17 Episode 18 - Elegant Fall Dinner
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #18 - Elegant Fall Dinner

    S17:E18

    Host Bridget Lancaster shows host Julia Collin Davison how to make the best Tuscan-Style Roast Pork with Garlic and Rosemary. Next, equipment expert Adam Ried reviews wine accessories in the Equipment Corner. Then, test cook Becky Hays reveals the secrets to making the perfect Farro Salad with Asparagus, Sugar Snap Peas, and Tomatoes.

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  19. America's Test Kitchen Season 17 Episode 19 - Canning Classics
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #19 - Canning Classics

    S17:E19

    Host Julia Collin Davison goes into the test kitchen with test cook Becky Hays to reveal the secrets to making Classic Strawberry Jam at home. Next, gadget expert Lisa McManus uncovers the best canning tools. Finally, test cook Dan Souza shows host Bridget Lancaster how to make the ultimate Bread and Butter Pickles.

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  20. America's Test Kitchen Season 17 Episode 20 - Steak and Veggies
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #20 - Steak and Veggies

    S17:E20

    Host Bridget Lancaster shows host Julia Collin Davison how to make the best Pan-Seared Flank Steak with Mustard-Chive Butter. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried reviews carbon steel skillets in the Equipment Corner. Finally, test cook Becky Hays uncovers the secrets for making Walkaway Ratatouille.

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  21. America's Test Kitchen Season 17 Episode 21 - Mediterranean Grill
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #21 - Mediterranean Grill

    S17:E21

    Host Julia Collin Davison uncovers the secrets to making the best Grilled Shrimp and Vegetable Kebabs. Then, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges host Bridget Lancaster to a tasting of whole-milk greek yogurt. Finally, test cook Dan Souza shows Julia how to make the best Persian-Style Rice with Golden Crust at home.

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  22. America's Test Kitchen Season 17 Episode 22 - A Spanish Affair
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #22 - A Spanish Affair

    S17:E22

    Host Julia Collin Davison reveals the secrets to making the best Paella on the Grill with host Bridget Lancaster. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried reviews Paella Pans in the Equipment Corner. Finally, test cook Dan Souza shows Julia how to make the ultimate Patatas Bravas at home.

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  23. America's Test Kitchen Season 17 Episode 23 - Fast Food Makeovers
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #23 - Fast Food Makeovers

    S17:E23

    Test cook Dan Souza shows host Julia Collin Davison how to make the perfect Grilled Pizza at home. Then, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Julia to a tasting of supermarket olive oil. Next, gadget expert Lisa McManus uncovers the best avocado gadgets. Finally, host Bridget Lancaster goes into the test kitchen with test cook Tim Chin to learn how to make the best Shredded Chicken Tacos.

    Director:Unknown
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  24. America's Test Kitchen Season 17 Episode 24 - Summer Dinner Party
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #24 - Summer Dinner Party

    S17:E24

    Host Julia Collin Davison goes into the test kitchen with test cook Dan Souza to learn how to make the ultimate Grill-Roasted Beef Tenderloin. Next, equipment expert Adam Ried reviews gas grills in the Equipment Corner. Then, gadget expert Lisa McManus uncovers the best quirky gadgets. Finally, test cook Erin McMurrer shows host Bridget Lancaster how to make an elegant Pear-Walnut Upside-Down Cake.

    Director:Unknown
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  25. America's Test Kitchen Season 17 Episode 25 - Summer Pork Supper
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #25 - Summer Pork Supper

    S17:E25

    Host Julia Collin Davison shows host Bridget Lancaster how to make the best Smoked Pork Loin with Dried-Fruit Chutney. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried reviews the latest grill gadgets in the Equipment Corner. Finally, test cook Becky Hays shows Bridget how to make the ultimate Sweet Potato Soup.

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Season 17 Ratings Summary

"Cast Iron Staples" is the best rated episode of "America's Test Kitchen" season 17. It scored 7/10 based on 8 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 1/7/2017. This episode is rated 7.0 points higher than the second-best, "Two Modern Stews".