America's Test Kitchen From Cook's Illustrated

Season 27

2026 · 13 episodes

Episodes

1A Taste of Mexico CityA new season of America’s Test Kitchen kicks off with a taste of Mexico City. Test cook Lan Lam makes Enchiladas Suizas (Swiss Enchiladas) for host Bridget Lancaster. Tasting expert Jack Bishop talks about black and red rice. And test cook Dan Souza makes Julia Collin Davison a comforting Sopa de Tortilla (Tortilla Soup).
2Lemon-Braised Chicken and Fattet HummusTest cook Nik Sharma makes Lemon-Braised Chicken with Pearl Couscous, Artichokes, and Chickpeas for host Julia Collin Davison. Equipment expert Hannah Crowley shares the test kitchen’s favorite dish soap. Science expert and test cook Dan Souza reveals the power of evaporative cooling and then makes host Bridget Lancaster Fattet Hummus (Crispy Pita with Garlicky Yogurt and Chickpeas).
3Apples for Dinner and DessertTest cook Keith Dresser makes Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Apples and Shallots for host Bridget Lancaster. Science expert Dan Souza uses bubbles to show how stabilizers in whipped cream work. Bridget makes the french dessert, Gâteau Invisible with Brown Sugar–Cinnamon Whipped Cream, for host Julia Collin Davison.
4Tuscan FeastHost Julia Collin Davison makes host Bridget Lancaster Pollo al Mattone (Chicken Under a Brick). Equipment expert Hannah Crowley shares the test kitchen’s favorite wine savers. And test cook Aran Goyoaga makes Gluten-Free Zucchini Scarpaccia for Julia.
5Soup and Bread, the Italian WayTest cook Becky Hays makes Our Zuppa Toscana for host Bridget Lancaster. Tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges our hosts to a head to head tasting of white bread. And Bridget makes Light and Airy Focaccia for host Julia Collin Davison.
6Peruvian FusionsTest cook Lan Lam makes Lomo Saltado (Peruvian Beef Stir-Fry) for host Julia Collin Davison. Tasting expert Jack Bishop talks all about chili oil and chili crisp. And test cook Becky Hays makes Tallarines Verdes (Peruvian Green Noodles) for host Bridget Lancaster.
7Two Pasta ClassicsHost Bridget Lancaster makes host Julia Collin Davison Cacio e Pepe. Tasting expert Jack Bishop talks all about packaged pastas. And test cook Erin McMurrer makes Pasta alla Vodka for Bridget.
8British BakingTest cook Joe Gitter makes Banoffee Pie for host Bridget Lancaster. Science expert Dan Souza shares how to use air as an ingredient. And test cook Keith Dresser bakes Browned Butter Shortbread for host Julia Collin Davison.
9Fresh Takes on Thanksgiving ClassicsHosts Bridget Lancaster and Julia Collin Davison make fresh takes on two Thanksgiving classics. Bridget makes a Maple Roast Turkey Breast, while Julia makes a Sausage and Apple Skillet Stuffing. And tasting expert Jack Bishop talks all about cultured cream.
10Elevated Cookies and Carrot CakeTest cook Becky Hays makes Levain-Style Chocolate Chip Walnut Cookies for host Bridget Lancaster. Techniquely host Lan Lam shares tips for making cookie dough logs. Science expert Dan Souza shares the science behind inverted sugars. And test cook Aran Goyoaga makes a Gingery Carrot Cake with Pistachios.
11A Showstopping Holiday FeastHost Julia Collin Davison makes host Bridget Lancaster an impressive Garlic-and-Herb Rubbed Pork Crown Roast. Science expert Dan Souza hops in a go-kart to explain carryover cooking. And test cook Nik Sharma makes Squash Agrodolce with Toasted Hazelnuts and Burrata for Julia.
12Hearty BreakfastTest cook Becky Hays makes Chilaquiles Verdes for host Julia Collin Davison. Equipment expert Hannah Crowley reviews Espresso Machines. Techniquely host Lan Lam shares tips to make the perfect bacon. And Test cook Joe Gitter makes Loaded Skillet Hash Browns for host Bridget Lancaster.
13Southern SupperTest Cook Keith Dresser makes Smoky Chicken, Sausage and Shrimp Gumbo for host Julia Collin Davison. Tasting expert Jack Bishop shares the world of Calabrian chiles. And test cook Becky Hays makes Southern-Style Buttermilk Cornbread for host Bridget Lancaster.