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The Best Episodes of America's Test Kitchen Season 19

Every episode of America's Test Kitchen Season 19 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of America's Test Kitchen Season 19!

The Best Episodes of America's Test Kitchen Season 19

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  1. 8.2/10(6 votes)

    #1 - Pork Two Ways

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    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. 7.6/10(5 votes)

    #2 - Summer Picnic Party

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    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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  3. 7.4/10(6 votes)

    #3 - The Perfect Cookie

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    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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  4. 6.8/10(5 votes)

    #4 - Latin Comfort Food

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    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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    #5 - Pork Chops and Oven Fries

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    S19:E1

    In this episode, test cook Elle Simone makes Bridget the ultimate Deviled Pork Chops. Then tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Julia to a tasting of dark chocolate chips, and gadget critic Lisa McManus reviews kids’ oven mitts. Science expert Dan Souza reveals the science behind non-Newtonian fluids, and test cook Lan Lam makes the perfect Thick-Cut Oven Fries.

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    #6 - Chocolate Delights

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    S19:E2

    Bridget and Julia uncover the secrets to making Foolproof All-Butter Pie Dough and Chocolate Cream Pie, and tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Bridget to a tasting of cocoa powder. Finally, test cook Elle Simone makes Julia a decadent Dark Chocolate Fudge Sauce.

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    #7 - Roast Chicken and Sprouts

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    S19:E3

    In this episode, Julia and Bridget unlock the secrets to the ultimate Roast Chicken with Warm Bread Salad. Next, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Julia to a tasting of white miso. Finally, test cook Elle Simone teaches Bridget how to make foolproof Skillet-Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Chile, Peanuts, and Mint.

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    #8 - The Perfect Cake

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    S19:E4

    Bridget and Julia reveal the secrets to making the perfect Gingerbread Layer Cake at home. Gadget critic Lisa McManus reviews stovetop kettles. Finally, test cook Keith Dresser makes a foolproof recipe for Sticky Toffee Pudding Cakes.

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    #9 - Chinese Favorites

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    S19:E5

    Hosts Julia Collin Davison and Bridget Lancaster unlock the secrets to making a Chinese classic at home: Flat Hand-Pulled Noodles (Biang Biang Mian) with Chili Oil Vinaigrette. Next, equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his top pick for meat cleavers, and test cook Dan Souza makes Julia the ultimate Chinese-Style Barbecued Spareribs.

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    #10 - Elegant Dinner Party

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    S19:E7

    In this episode, Bridget and Julia uncover the secrets to the ultimate Braised Brisket with Pomegranate, Cumin, and Cilantro. In the Equipment Corner, equipment expert Adam Ried reviews his top pick for twist corkscrews. Finally, test cook Dan Souza makes a decadent Duchess Potato Casserole.

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    #11 - Sous Vide for Everybody

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    S19:E8

    Test cook Dan Souza makes Bridget Sous Vide Seared Steaks. Equipment expert Adam Ried then reviews his top pick for sous vide machines, and test cook Elle Simone makes a show stopping sous vide staple: Soft-Poached Eggs.

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    #12 - Chicken and Biscuits

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    S19:E9

    Test cook Becky Hays and host Julia Collin Davison make the perfect Indoor Pulled Chicken with Sweet and Tangy Barbecue Sauce. Tasting expert Jack Bishop then challenges host Bridget Lancaster to a tasting of basmati rice, gadget critic Lisa McManus reviews the gadgets you didn’t know you needed, and test cook Erin McMurrer unlocks the secrets to making Ultimate Flaky Buttermilk Biscuits at home.

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    #13 - Cooking at Home with Bridget and Julia

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    S19:E10

    Julia and Bridget uncover the secrets to the perfect Hearty Beef and Vegetable Stew. In the Equipment Corner, equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his top pick for 13 by 9-inch glass baking dishes, and science expert Dan Souza explains the science behind the sound and flavor of food. Finally, Julia and Bridget make the ultimate Cod Baked in Foil with Leeks and Carrots.

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    #14 - Mexican Fare

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    S19:E11

    Hosts Bridget Lancaster and Julia Collin Davison unlock the secrets to making a Mexican staple: Crispy Tacos (Tacos Dorados) and gadget critic Lisa McManus reviews a must-have for home cooks: fire extinguishers. Science expert Dan Souza then gives a demonstration of fast-freezing liquid nitrogen, and test cook Erin McMurrer makes the perfect Roasted Poblano and Black Bean Enchiladas for Bridget.

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    #15 - Weeknight Italian

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    S19:E12

    Test cook Dan Souza makes Bridget the quickest One-Hour Pizza. Equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his top pick for baking stones and steels, and gadget critic Lisa McManus reviews under-appliance dusters. Then, Julia and test cook Elle Simone unlock the secrets to the ultimate Beef Short Rib Ragu.

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    #16 - Brunch Favorites

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    S19:E13

    Julia and Bridget uncover the secrets to the best Coffee Cake with Pecan-Cinnamon Streusel. Tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Julia to a tasting of crunchy peanut butter. Gadget critic Lisa McManus gives a roundup of smart gadgets for home cooks, and test cook Keith Dresser makes Bridget a foolproof Broccoli and Feta Frittata.

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    #17 - Spring Dinner for Company

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    S19:E14

    In this episode, test cook Becky Hays makes Julia the perfect Roasted Whole Side of Salmon. Tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Bridget to a turmeric tasting, gadget critic Lisa McManus reviews kids’ vegetable peelers, and science expert Dan Souza explains the magic of emulsions. Finally, Dan makes the best recipe for Buttery Spring Vegetables.

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    #18 - How to Braise Everything

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    S19:E15

    Test cook Dan Souza and host Julia Collin Davison teach viewers how to make Braised Oxtails with White Beans, Tomatoes, and Aleppo Pepper. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his top pick for Dutch ovens, and test cook Becky Hays makes Bridget foolproof Fava Beans with Artichokes, Asparagus, and Peas.

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    #19 - A Taste of Brazil

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    S19:E16

    In this episode, test cook Becky Hays makes Julia a Brazilian classic: Brazilian Shrimp and Fish Stew (Moqueca). Then, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Bridget to a tasting of Pecorino Romano. Science expert Dan Souza discusses the importance of taking your time when you make an emulsion. Finally, Julia and Bridget uncover the secrets to making Brazilian Cheese Bread (Pao de Queijo) at home.

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    #20 - Classic Chinese at Home

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    S19:E17

    Test cook Dan Souza makes Bridget the ultimate Chinese Pork Dumplings. Gadget critic Lisa McManus reviews ginger graters. Finally, test cook Keith Dresser makes Julia perfect Beijing-Style Meat Sauce and Noodles (Zha Jiang Mian).

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    #21 - Middle Eastern Dinner

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    S19:E18

    In this episode, test cook Elle Simone and host Julia reveal the secrets to making foolproof Falafel at home. Tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Bridget to a tasting of canned chickpeas, and test cook Becky Hays makes Bridget the ultimate Moroccan Lentil and Chickpea Soup (Harira).

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    #22 - Better Breakfast

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    S19:E19

    Hosts Julia Collin Davison and Bridget Lancaster teach viewers how to make Easy Pancakes. Tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Bridget to a tasting of turkey bacon. Next, gadget critic Lisa McManus reviews syrup dispensers, and science expert Dan Souza demystifies the science of baking soda and browning. Then, test cook Becky Hays makes Julia a decadent version of a breakfast classic: Creamy French-Style Scrambled Eggs.

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    #23 - Updated Italian

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    S19:E20

    Test cook Keith Dresser makes Bridget an updated recipe for an Italian staple: Chicken Piccata. Then, science expert Dan Souza explains the science behind fat and temperature perception. Finally, Bridget and Julia unlock the secrets to making the ultimate Chocolate Semifreddo.

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    #24 - Italian Classics

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    S19:E21

    In this episode, Julia and Bridget uncover the secrets to making the perfect Pane Francese at home and test cook Erin McMurrer makes Bridget a foolproof recipe for an Italian classic: Chicken Vesuvio.

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    #25 - New Flavors on the Grill

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    S19:E22

    Hosts Bridget and Julia unlock the secrets to making the ultimate Vietnamese Grilled Pork Patties (Bun Cha) on the grill. Next, equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his top pick for kitchen shears. Finally, Dan and Julia make a foolproof Japanese recipe on the grill: Grilled Steak and Scallion Rolls (Negimaki).

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Season 19 Ratings Summary

"Pork Two Ways" is the best rated episode of "America's Test Kitchen" season 19. 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 is rated 0.6 points higher than the second-best, "Summer Picnic Party".