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The Best Episodes of America's Test Kitchen Season 20

Every episode of America's Test Kitchen Season 20 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of America's Test Kitchen Season 20!

The Best Episodes of America's Test Kitchen Season 20

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...

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    #1 - Childhood Favorites, Grown Up

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    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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  2. 7.8/10(5 votes)

    #2 - Something Hearty, Something Light

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    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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  3. 7.4/10(5 votes)

    #3 - Chicken and Biscuits

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    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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  4. 7.4/10(5 votes)

    #4 - Rustic French Fare

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    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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  5. 7.2/10(5 votes)

    #5 - Savory and Sweet Italian

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    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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    #6 - Eggs for the Holidays

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    S20:E1

    In this episode, host Julia Collin Davison makes host Bridget Lancaster a showstopping Orange, Cranberry, and Mint Pavlova. Then, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Julia to a tasting of vanilla, and gadget critic Lisa McManus reviews cocktail tools. Finally, Bridget makes Julia foolproof Holiday Eggnog.

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    #7 - A Trip to Rome

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    S20:E2

    Hosts Bridget Lancaster and Julia Collin Davison unlock the secrets to an incredible Pizza al Taglio with Arugula and Fresh Mozzarella. Tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Bridget to a tasting of black pepper. Finally, test cook Dan Souza makes Bridget a Roman classic, Pasta alla Gricia.

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    #8 - Pork and Potatoes

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    S20:E3

    In this episode, test cook Becky Hays shows host Bridget Lancaster how to make a foolproof Herb-Crusted Pork Roast. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried reviews pot holders. Science expert Dan Souza explains how temperature affects bubbly beverages and Lisa McManus reviews glass water bottles. Finally, test cook Elle Simone shows host Julia Collin Davison how to make the perfect Roasted Fingerling Potatoes. 

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    #9 - Spiced and Sweet

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    S20:E4

    Test cook Dan Souza makes host Julia Collin Davison the ultimate Linzertorte. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried shares his recommendation for tube pans. Finally, test cook Erin McMurrer makes host Bridget Lancaster a classic recipe for Belgian Spice Cookies (Speculoos).

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    #10 - Two Classic Pastas

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    S20:E5

    Test cook Keith Dresser makes host Bridget Lancaster the ultimate Pork, Fennel, and Lemon Ragu with Pappardelle. Then, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges host Julia Collin Davison to a tasting of fontina cheese. Finally, test cook Becky Hays shows Julia how to make the best Pasta with Eggplant and Tomatoes (Pasta alla Norma).

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    #11 - The Very Best Paris-Brest

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    S20:E7

    In this episode, hosts Bridget Lancaster and Julia Collin Davison reveal the secrets to making the classic Parisian dessert Paris-Brest. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried reviews burr grinders with Bridget.

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    #12 - Hearty Mediterranean at Home

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    S20:E8

    Test cook Erin McMurrer shows host Bridget Lancaster how to make perfect Pita Bread. Tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges host Julia Collin Davison to a tasting of international yogurts. Science expert Dan Souza explains the science behind proofing dough. Finally, test cook Keith Dresser makes Julia a showstopping Shakshuka.

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    #13 - Flavorful Chinese Favorites

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    S20:E9

    Test cook Elle Simone cooks host Bridget Lancaster perfect Kung Pao Chicken. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his top pick for heavy-duty cutting boards. Finally, test cook Dan Souza makes host Julia Collin Davison the ultimate Oven-Steamed Fish with Scallions and Ginger.

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    #14 - Nutritious and Delicious

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    S20:E10

    In this episode, test cook Becky Hays shows host Julia Collin Davison how to make the ultimate Skillet-Roasted Chicken Breast with Harissa-Mint Carrots. Then, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges host Bridget Lancaster to a tasting of sriracha. Gadget critic Lisa McManus reveals her top picks for gadgets for a healthy lifestyle. Finally, test cook Dan Souza shows Bridget how to make a Brown Rice Bowl with Vegetables and Salmon at home.

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    #15 - Springtime Feast

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    S20:E11

    Hosts Bridget Lancaster and Julia Collin Davison unlock the secrets to making the best Roast Boneless Leg of Lamb with Garlic, Herb, and Bread-Crumb Crust. Equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his top pick for traditional 12-inch skillet, and test cook Erin McMurrer makes Bridget a showstopping Lemon-Olive Oil Tart.

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    #16 - Sous Vide for Company

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    S20:E13

    Test cook Dan Souza teaches host Julia Collin Davison the secret to a foolproof Sous Vide Rosemary–Mustard Seed Crusted Roast Beef. Equipment expert Adam Ried shares his pick for the best handheld vacuum sealers. Gadget critic Lisa McManus reviews funnels. Finally, Julia shows host Bridget Lancaster an easy recipe for Sous Vide Crème Brûlée.

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    #17 - Tasty Thai

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    S20:E15

    Test cook Becky Hays shows host Julia Collin Davison how to make Thai Hot and Sour Noodle Soup with Shrimp. Gadget critic Lisa McManus reviews the Frywall. Finally, test cook Dan Souza makes Bridget perfect Crispy Thai Eggplant Salad.

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    #18 - The Most Important Meal

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    S20:E16

    In this breakfast-themed episode, test cook Elle Simone makes host Julia Collin Davison foolproof Everyday French Toast. Tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges host Bridget Lancaster to a taste test of artisanal bacon, and equipment expert Adam Ried reviews stovetop griddles. Then, science expert Dan Souza reveals the science behind why dull baking sheets are best. Finally, test cook Keith Dresser makes Bridget easy Scrambled Eggs with Asparagus, Smoked Salmon, and Chives. 

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    #19 - Thanksgiving for a Crowd

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    S20:E18

    In this episode, hosts Julia Collin Davison and Bridget Lancaster reveal the secrets to the ultimate Turkey and Gravy for a Crowd. Equipment expert Adam Ried shares his pick for stock pots, and science expert Dan Souza explains the difference between stale bread and dried bread.

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    #20 - Grill-Roasted Chicken and Green Beans

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    S20:E20

    Test cook Dan Souza and host Julia Collin Davison teach viewers how to make Easy Grill-Roasted Whole Chicken. Tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges host Bridget Lancaster to a tasting of milk chocolate chips. Next, gadget critic Lisa McManus explains which specialty devices you do—and don’t—need in your kitchen. Finally, test cook Elle Simone makes simple Skillet-Charred Green Beans with Crispy Bread-Crumb Topping.

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    #21 - New Ways with Ribs and Mushrooms

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    S20:E21

    In this episode, test cook Keith Dresser makes host Bridget Lancaster foolproof rosticciana with grilled radicchio. Equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his top pick for honing rods, and science expert Dan Souza explains why mushrooms absorb so much oil. Finally, test cook Lan Lam unlocks the secrets to perfect sautéed mushrooms with red wine and rosemary.

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    #22 - Plum and Pear Desserts

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    S20:E22

    Hosts Bridget Lancaster and Julia Collin Davison make the ultimate Plum-Ginger Pie with Whole-Wheat Lattice-Top Crust. Next, equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his top pick for small stand mixers. Finally, test cook Elle Simone and Julia make the perfect Pear Crisp.

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    #23 - Ground Beef Enchiladas and Steak Tacos

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    S20:E23

    Test cook Erin McMurrer shows host Julia Collin Davison how to make ground beef and cheese enchiladas. Tasting expert Jack Bishop conducts a tasting of 6-inch flour tortillas. Finally, test cook Keith Dresser makes tacos al carbón.

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    #24 - The Chicken or the Egg?

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    S20:E24

    Hosts Bridget Lancaster and Julia Collin Davison make the best Charcoal-Grilled Barbecued Chicken Kebabs. Tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Julia to a tasting of sparkling water, and test cook Elle Simone makes simple Curry Deviled Eggs.

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    #25 - Summertime Staples

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    S20:E25

    In this episode, test cook Keith Dresser makes host Julia Collin Davison the perfect Pan-Seared Swordfish Steaks with Caper-Currant Relish. Tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges host Bridget Lancaster to a tasting of supermarket capers, and test cook Becky Hays makes Bridget the Best Summer Tomato Gratin.

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Season 20 Ratings Summary

"Childhood Favorites, Grown Up" is the best rated episode of "America's Test Kitchen" season 20. It scored 7.8/10 based on 5 votes. Directed by N/A and written by N/A, it aired on 4/25/2020. This episode is rated 0.0 points higher than the second-best, "Something Hearty, Something Light".