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The Best Episodes of America's Test Kitchen From Cook's Illustrated Season 26

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    America's Test Kitchen From Cook's Illustrated Season 26 Episode 1 - Make-Ahead Masterclass
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    Test Cook Erin McMurrer makes host Julia Collin Davison tender Glazed Boneless Beef Short Ribs. Gear Heads hosts Hannah Crowley and Lisa McManus share expert-reviewed tools and tips for easier meal prep. And Test Cook Sam Block shows host Bridget Lancaster how to bake Make-Way-Ahead Dinner Rolls.

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  2. America's Test Kitchen From Cook's Illustrated Season 26 Episode 2 - Flavor-Packed Pastas
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    Test cook Keith Dresser makes host Julia Collin Davison Spaghetti All’Assassina, a hyperlocal dish from Bari, Italy. Tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Julia and host Bridget Lancaster to a head-to-head tasting of canned whole tomatoes. And test cook Elle Simone Scott makes Bridget a Triple Mushroom Pasta.

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  3. America's Test Kitchen From Cook's Illustrated Season 26 Episode 3 - Corn Cakes and Chowder
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    Test cook Becky Hays makes host Julia Collin Davison Cachapas con Queso de Mano (Venezuelan Cheese-Filled Corn Cakes). Equipment expert Adam Ried reviews dish towels, and science expert Dan Souza uses physics to demonstrate the importance of a sharp knife. Finally, test cook Joe Gitter makes host Bridget Lancaster Fresh Corn Chowder.

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  4. America's Test Kitchen From Cook's Illustrated Season 26 Episode 4 - Turkey Lasagna and Chocolate Sorbet
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    Test cook Vallery Lomas makes host Bridget Lancaster a savory Turkey Sausage Lasagna. Tasting expert Jack Bishop talks all about sugar. And test cook Antoinette Johnson makes a refreshing Chocolate Sorbet for host Julia Collin Davison.

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  5. America's Test Kitchen From Cook's Illustrated Season 26 Episode 5 - Farmer’s Brunch
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    Test cook Keith Dresser prepares host Bridget Lancaster a hearty German Farmer’s Breakfast (Bauernfrühstück). Equipment expert Adam Ried reviews cookie sheets. And Bridget makes host Julia Collin Davison a delicious Appeltaart (Dutch Apple Pie).

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  6. America's Test Kitchen From Cook's Illustrated Season 26 Episode 6 - Ice Cream Cake
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    Test cook Lan Lam shows Julia Collin Davison how to build a showstopping Ice Cream Cake. And science expert Dan Souza reveals the unexpected powers of melting ice.

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  7. America's Test Kitchen From Cook's Illustrated Season 26 Episode 7 - Two Takes on Chicken and Rice
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    Test cook Erica Turner makes host Bridget Lancaster Chicken Yassa (Senegalese Braised Chicken with Caramelized Onion and Lemon). Tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Bridget and host Julia Collin Davison to a tasting of chicken broths. And test cook Becky Hays prepares Peruvian Arroz con Pollo for Julia.

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  8. America's Test Kitchen From Cook's Illustrated Season 26 Episode 8 - Pan-Seared Halibut and Ma’amoul
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    Test cook Ben Mims prepares Pan-Seared Halibut with Wilted Bitter Salad for host Bridget Lancaster. Tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Bridget and host Julia Collin Davison to a tasting of frozen puff pastries. And test cook Erica Turner makes Julia buttery Ma’amoul, or semolina cookies.

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  9. America's Test Kitchen From Cook's Illustrated Season 26 Episode 9 - New Thanksgiving Favorites
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    Test cook Lan Lam makes host Bridget Lancaster a crowd-pleasing Stuffed Spatchcock Turkey. Equipment expert Adam Ried reveals our top pick for slicing knives. And test cook Erin McMurrer makes host Julia Collin Davison a crisp Shaved Celery Salad with Pomegranate-Honey Vinaigrette.

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  10. America's Test Kitchen From Cook's Illustrated Season 26 Episode 10 - Taiwanese Staples
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    Test cook Dan Souza makes Gua Bao (Taiwanese steamed buns with braised pork belly) for host Julia Collin Davison. Tasting expert Jack Bishop and host Bridget Lancaster review hoisin sauce. And test cook Maggie Zhu prepares a Quick Taiwanese Pork Rice.

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  11. America's Test Kitchen From Cook's Illustrated Season 26 Episode 11 - The Ultimate Holiday Dinner Party
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    Test cook Antoinette Johnson makes host Julia Collin Davison Shrimp Cocktail. Gear Heads hosts Hannah Crowley and Lisa McManus share what expensive gadgets are worth the price. And Julia makes host Bridget Lancaster Easy Beef Tenderloin with Harissa Rub and Cilantro-Mint Relish.

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  12. America's Test Kitchen From Cook's Illustrated Season 26 Episode 12 - Zesty Salmon and Salad
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    Test cook Elle Simone Scott prepares Double-Glazed Salmon with Lemon and Thyme for host Julia Collin Davison. Gear Heads hosts Hannah Crowley and Lisa McManus share their take on natural cleaning sprays. Tasting expert Jack Bishop talks all about tofu, and test cook Becky Hays prepares Kale Salad with Radishes, Grapefruit, and Candied Pepitas.

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  13. America's Test Kitchen From Cook's Illustrated Season 26 Episode 13 - Weeknight Chicken and Mashed Potatoes
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    Test cook Alex Heugel makes host Bridget Lancaster Cold-Start Pan-Seared Chicken Breasts with Cherry and Rosemary Pan Sauce. Equipment expert Adam Ried reviews paper towels. And test cook Sam Block makes host Julia Collin Davison the Fastest, Easiest Mashed Potatoes.

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  14. America's Test Kitchen From Cook's Illustrated Season 26 Episode 14 - Mediterranean Eggplant Dishes
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    Test cook Ben Mims makes host Julia Collin Davison Silky Roasted Eggplant with Tomato and Feta. Tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Julia and a special guest to a head-to-head tasting of hummus. And test cook Antoinette Johnson prepares Zaalouk (Moroccan Eggplant Meze) for host Bridget Lancaster.

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  15. America's Test Kitchen From Cook's Illustrated Season 26 Episode 15 - Catalan Supper
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    Test cook Erin McMurrer makes Bridget Lancaster Zarzuela (Spanish Seafood Stew). Gear Heads hosts Hannah Crowley and Lisa McManus compare disposable and reusable plastic bags. And Bridget prepares Red Pepper Coques for host Julia Collin Davison.

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  16. America's Test Kitchen From Cook's Illustrated Season 26 Episode 16 - Breakfast from Scratch
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    Test cook Alex Heugel makes host Julia Collin Davison Biscuit Breakfast Sandwiches. Techniquely host Lan Lam Lan shares techniques to make picture-perfect pancakes. And test cook Aran Goyoaga makes Spiced Pear, Buckwheat, and Almond Pancakes for host Bridget Lancaster.

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  17. America's Test Kitchen From Cook's Illustrated Season 26 Episode 17 - A Taste of Sichuan
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    Test cook Lan Lam makes Dry Chili Chicken (Làzi Jī 辣子雞) for host Bridget Lancaster. Tasting expert Jack Bishop breaks down different miso. And test cook Dan Souza prepares Suan La Bai Cai (Sour and Hot Nappa Cabbage) for host Julia Collin Davison.

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  18. America's Test Kitchen From Cook's Illustrated Season 26 Episode 18 - A Tale of Two Pastas
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    Test cook Dan Souza makes Pici alla Boscaiola (Handmade Pasta with Mushrooms and Sausage) for host Julia Collin Davison. Tasting expert Jack Bishop talks all about stone-ground flour. And test cook Nik Sharma prepares a punchy Pasta with Creamy Lemon–Sichuan Peppercorn Sauce for host Bridget Lancaster.

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  19. America's Test Kitchen From Cook's Illustrated Season 26 Episode 19 - Savory Mexican Classics
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    Test cook Keith Dresser makes Chiles en Nogada for host Bridget Lancaster. Science expert Dan Souza explains why oil shimmers. And test cook Elle Simone Scott prepares Tacos Gobernador for host Julia Collin Davison.

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  20. America's Test Kitchen From Cook's Illustrated Season 26 Episode 20 - Comforting Japanese Dinners
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    Test cook Dan Souza makes Tonkatsu (Japanese Fried Pork Chops) for host Bridget Lancaster. Tasting expert Jack Bishop reviews types of Japanese rice. Test cook Lan Lam prepares Kare Raisu (Japanese Curry Rice with Chicken) for Julia Collin Davison.

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  21. America's Test Kitchen From Cook's Illustrated Season 26 Episode 21 - Maple Pork Chops and Squash Soup
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    S26:E21

    Maple pork chops with sweet potato-bacon hash; reviewing enameled cast iron skillets; how to defrost food quickly; leek, fennel and squash soup with sausage.

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  22. America's Test Kitchen From Cook's Illustrated Season 26 Episode 22 - Seafood Stew and Salmon Burgers
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    Test cook Vallery Lomas makes host Julia Collin Davison Crab and Shrimp Stew. Equipment expert Adam Ried reviews gyuto knives. And test cook Becky Hays prepares Fresh Salmon Burgers with Sriracha Mayonnaise for host Bridget Lancaster.

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  23. America's Test Kitchen From Cook's Illustrated Season 26 Episode 23 - New England Clambake
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    Julia Collin Davison grills up a New England Clambake for host Bridget Lancaster. Techniquely host Lan Lam shares tips to up your grill game. And test cook Keith Dresser prepares Grilled Fresh Cornbread with Charred Jalapeños and Cheddar.

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  24. America's Test Kitchen From Cook's Illustrated Season 26 Episode 24 - Tandoori Salmon and Broiled Zucchini
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    S26:E24

    Test cook Nik Sharma makes host Julia Collin Davison a flavorful Tandoori Salmon. Gear Heads hosts Hannah Crowley and Lisa McManus share their favorite kitchen gadgets under $15. Tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Julia to a tasting of yogurt. And test cook Lan Lam prepares Broiled Smashed Zucchini with Garlicky Yogurt for host Bridget Lancaster.

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  25. America's Test Kitchen From Cook's Illustrated Season 26 Episode 25 - Petite French Pastries
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    S26:E25

    Host Bridget Lancaster bakes up delicious Macarons with Raspberry Buttercream for host Julia Collin Davison. And Julia returns the favor by making Gougères for Bridget.

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Season 26 Ratings Summary

"Make-Ahead Masterclass" is the best rated episode of America's Test Kitchen From Cook's Illustrated season 26. It scored 0.0/10 from 0 votes. Written and directed by Unknown, it aired on September 20, 2025.