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26 this season · 664 totals16e01 French Bistro Favorites 2016-01-02 19:00
French Bistro Favorites
Test cook Dan Souza demonstrates how to make a Simple Pot-Au-Feu at home. Then, test cook Bridget Lancaster uncovers the secrets to the perfect Raspberry Charlotte.
s16e02 New York Natives 2016-01-09 19:00
New York Natives
Test cook Julia Collin Davison uncovers the secrets to Foolproof New York Cheesecake. Then, man on the street Doc Willoughby learns about bagels from Philip Romanzi of Bagel Hole in Brooklyn. And finally, test cook Bridget Lancaster demonstrates how to make the ultimate New York Bagels.
s16e03 A Hearty Start to the Day 2016-01-16 19:00
A Hearty Start to the Day
Test cook Becky Hays demonstrates how to make the best Eggs Piperade. Next, test cook Dan Souza uncovers the secrets to making Chocolate Hazelnut Spread at home. Then, tasting expert Jack Bishop conducts a tasting of maple syrup. Finally, test cook Julia Collin Davison demonstrates how to make the perfect 100 Percent Whole-Wheat Pancakes.
s16e04 A Hearty Fall Feast 2016-01-23 19:00
A Hearty Fall Feast
Test cook Dan Souza demonstrates how to make the best Roasted Rack of Lamb at home. Next, test cook Julia Collin Davison reveals the test kitchen's secret to Roasted Brined Turkey. Then, tasting expert Jack Bishop conducts a tasting of Dijon mustard. Finally, test cook Bridget Lancaster uncovers the secrets to the ultimate Root Vegetable Gratin.
s16e05 Spanish Chicken and Israeli Couscous 2016-01-30 19:00
Spanish Chicken and Israeli Couscous
Test cook Julia Collin Davison reveals the secrets to making the best Spanish Braised Chicken with Sherry and Saffron. Then, tasting expert Jack Bishop conducts a tasting of Israeli couscous. Finally, test cook Bridget Lancaster demonstrates how to make Simple Israeli Couscous at home.
s16e06 Pass the Pasta 2016-02-06 19:00
Pass the Pasta
Test cook Julia Collin Davison demonstrates how to make the ultimate Sausage Meatballs and Spaghetti. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried reviews insulated shopping totes in the Equipment Corner. Finally, test cook Bridget Lancaster uncovers the secrets to making Tagliatelle with Prosciutto and Peas at home.
s16e07 Chocolate-Caramel Layer Cake 2016-02-13 19:00
Chocolate-Caramel Layer Cake
Test cook Bridget Lancaster demonstrates how to make the perfect Chocolate-Caramel Layer Cake. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried reviews ice cream scoops in the Equipment Corner. Finally, gadget guru Lisa McManus uncovers the best large ice cream makers and thermometers.
s16e08 Why Not Add Wine? 2016-02-20 19:00
Why Not Add Wine?
Test cook Bridget Lancaster reveals the secrets to making the best Coq au Riesling at home. Next, gadget guru Lisa McManus uncovers the best waiter's corkscrews. Finally, test cook Julia Collin Davison demonstrates how to make the ultimate Tuscan-Style Beef Stew.
s16e09 Saucing Up Chicken and Roasting Mushrooms 2016-02-27 19:00
Saucing Up Chicken and Roasting Mushrooms
Test cook Bryan Roof demonstrates how to make the best Quick Sauces for Sautéed Chicken. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried reviews serrated paring knives in the Equipment Corner. Next, gadget guru Lisa McManus reviews her favorite kitchen gadgets. Finally, test cook Julia Collin Davison uncovers the secrets to the ultimate Roasted Mushrooms with Parmesan and Pine Nuts.
s16e10 Sweet and Spicy Asian Specialties 2016-03-05 19:00
Sweet and Spicy Asian Specialties
Man on the street Doc Willoughby visits Joanne Chang at Myers + Chang to learn about shell-on shrimp. Then, test cook Becky Hays demonstrates how to make the best Crispy Salt and Pepper Shrimp at home. Next, tasting expert Jack Bishop conducts a tasting of Sichuan peppercorns. Finally, test cook Julia Collin Davison reveals the secrets to making Vietnamese-Style Caramel Chicken with Broccoli.
s16e11 A Roast for the Holidays 2016-03-12 19:00
A Roast for the Holidays
Test cook Bridget Lancaster demonstrates how to make the ultimate Fennel-Coriander Top Sirloin Roast. Next, equipment expert Adam Ried reviews carving boards in the Equipment Corner. Finally, test cook Julia Collin Davison uncovers the secrets to making the crispiest Duck Fat–Roasted Potatoes.
s16e12 Pork and Pears 2016-03-19 18:00
Pork and Pears
Test cook Bridget Lancaster reveals the secrets to making the best Milk-Braised Pork Loin. Then, tasting expert Jack Bishop conducts a tasting of apricot preserves. Next, gadget guru Lisa McManus uncovers the best apple corers. Finally, test cook Julia Collin Davison demonstrates how to make the ultimate Roasted Pears with Dried Apricots and Pistachios.
s16e13 Roast Chicken and Potatoes Revisited 2016-03-26 18:00
Roast Chicken and Potatoes Revisited
Test cook Julia Collin Davison demonstrates how to make the ultimate Slow-Roasted Chicken Parts with Shallot-Garlic Pan Sauce. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried reviews carbon-steel chef's knives. Finally, test cook Bridget Lancaster uncovers the secrets to the perfect Boiled Potatoes with Black Olive Tapenade.
s16e14 Dinner in Italy 2016-04-02 18:00
Dinner in Italy
Man on the street Doc Willoughby learns all about Sicilian-style pizza from the Barbati family of L&B Spumoni Gardens in Brooklyn. Then, test cook Bridget Lancaster demonstrates how to make the ultimate Thick-Crust Sicilian-Style Pizza at home. Next, test cook Becky Hays uncovers the secrets to Homemade Ricotta Cheese. Finally, test cook Julia Collin Davison demonstrates how to make the best Pasta with Cauliflower, Bacon, and Bread Crumbs.
s16e15 Serving Up Noodles and Rice 2016-04-09 18:00
Serving Up Noodles and Rice
Test cook Julia Collin Davison demonstrates how to make the best Japanese-Style Stir-Fried Noodles with Beef at home. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried reviews knife sharpeners in the Equipment Corner. Finally, test cook Bridget Lancaster reinvents a classic, Fried Brown Rice with Pork and Shrimp.
s16e16 Italian with Ease 2016-04-16 18:00
Italian with Ease
Test cook Julia Collin Davison uncovers the secrets to making Semolina Gnocchi at home. Then, tasting expert Jack Bishop conducts a tasting of balsamic vinegar. Finally, test cook Bridget Lancaster demonstrates how to make the best Italian Sausage with Grapes and Balsamic Vinegar.
s16e17 French Pork Chops and Bisque 2016-04-23 18:00
French Pork Chops and Bisque
Test cook Bridget Lancaster demonstrates how to make the best French-Style Pork Chops with Apples and Calvados. Next, tasting expert Jack Bishop conducts a tasting of Brie. Finally, test cook Julia Collin Davison reveals the secrets to making the ultimate Mushroom Bisque.
s16e18 Ultimate Chinese 2016-04-30 18:00
Ultimate Chinese
Test cook Bridget Lancaster demonstrates how to make the ultimate Mu Shu Pork at home. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried reviews rice cookers in the Equipment Corner. Finally, test cook Julia Collin Davison uncovers the secrets to making the best Crispy Orange Beef.
s16e19 Vegetarian Essentials 2016-05-07 18:00
Vegetarian Essentials
Test cook Julia Collin Davison demonstrates how to make the ultimate Black Bean Burgers at home. Next, tasting expert Jack Bishop conducts a tasting of vegetable broth. Then, test cook Becky Hays demonstrates how to make the freshest Super Greens Soup with Lemon-Tarragon Cream. Finally, test cook Dan Souza reveals the secrets to making Homemade Vegetable Broth.
s16e20 Braised to Perfection 2016-05-14 18:00
Braised to Perfection
Test cook Julia Collin Davison demonstrates how to make the ultimate Braised Halibut with Leeks and Mustard at home. Next, tasting expert Jack Bishop conducts a tasting of smoked salmon. Then, gadget guru Lisa McManus uncovers the best warming trays. Finally, test cook Bridget Lancaster reveals the secrets to making perfect Slow-Cooked Whole Carrots.
s16e21 Dinner in Cuba 2016-05-21 18:00
Dinner in Cuba
Man on the street Doc Willoughby learns all about Cuban cuisine at La Carreta in Miami, Florida. Then, Dan Souza demonstrates how to make the best Cuban Braised Shredded Beef at home. Next, test cook Becky Hays uncovers the secrets to making Fried Sweet Plantains. Then, testing expert Adam Ried reviews grapefruit knives in the Equipment Corner. Finally, test cook Julia Collin Davison demonstrates how to make the ultimate Mango, Orange, and Jícama Salad.
s16e22 Country Ribs and Corn Muffins 2016-05-28 18:00
Country Ribs and Corn Muffins
Test cook Bryan Roof uncovers the secrets to making the ultimate Sweet and Tangy Grilled Country-Style Pork Ribs. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried reviews laundry stain removers in the Equipment Corner. Finally, test cook Dan Souza shows Chris how to make the best Savory Corn Muffins at home.
s16e23 Pork Kebabs and Steaks Hit the Grill 2016-06-04 18:00
Pork Kebabs and Steaks Hit the Grill
Test cook Dan Souza demonstrates how to make the Ultimate Charcoal-Grilled Steaks at home. Next, equipment expert Adam Ried reviews steak knives in the Equipment Corner. Then, gadget guru Lisa McManus uncovers the best jar spatulas and jar openers. Finally, test cook Bryan Roof reveals the secrets to making perfect Grilled Pork Kebabs with Hoisin and Five-Spice.
s16e24 Mexican Mole and Drunken Beans 2016-06-11 18:00
Mexican Mole and Drunken Beans
Julia Collin Davison demonstrates how to make the best Chicken Mole Poblano at home. Then, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Chris to a tasting of Mexican lagers. Finally, test cook Bridget Lancaster reveals the secrets to making the ultimate Drunken Beans.
s16e25 Grilled Chicken and Salad with a Kick 2016-06-18 18:00
Grilled Chicken and Salad with a Kick
Test cook Becky Hays demonstrates how to make the perfect Peri Peri Grilled Chicken. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried reviews the latest grill gadgets in the Equipment Corner. Next, Chris answers cooking questions in Letters to the Editor. Finally, test cook Bridget Lancaster uncovers the secrets to making the best Pita Bread Salad with Tomatoes and Cucumber.
s16e26 Revolutionizing Classic Fruit Desserts 2016-06-25 18:00
Revolutionizing Classic Fruit Desserts
Test cook Julia Collin Davison reveals the secrets to making the perfect Strawberry-Rhubarb Pie. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried reviews cold brew coffee makers in the Equipment Corner. Next, gadget guru Lisa McManus uncovers the best tea gadgets. Finally, test cook Dan Souza demonstrates how to make the best Cherry Clafouti.