America's Test Kitchen
America’s Test Kitchen is the most-watched cooking show on public television. Hosts Bridget Lancaster and Julia Collin Davison lead our test cooks to present foolproof recipes for the home cook and share the results of equipment reviews and taste tests.
Salad 101
We set out to create flavorful, fresh-tasting versions of Greek and spinach salads.
Summer Tomatoes
What's the best way to enjoy summer tomatoes? While it's hard to argue with sliced, salted tomatoes, there are times when you want to use tomatoes in more elaborate dishes, and gazpacho and a cheesy tart are two of our favorites.
One-Pot Wonders
Chili is probably America's favorite one-pot supper and we wanted to create a great, simple version. And while no one thinks of a clambake as a one-pot wonder, we set out to make an indoor version simple enough to prepare even on a busy weeknight.
East Coast Seafood
We go to the test kitchen to show how to make the perfect clam chowder and delicious crab cakes.
New Orleans Menu
Watch as we figure out the best recipes for two New Orleans favorites—Jambalaya and bananas Foster.
Freedom from Red Sauce
Tomatoes and pasta are a classic (and delicious) pairing, but sometimes you want a change. Vegetable sauces, like the two featured in this episode—one with mushrooms and one with broccoli rabe—are appealing options.
Quick Pasta
Some pasta dishes take considerable time to prepare. But others don't have to. We set out to streamline Bolognese and baked four-cheese pasta to make them weeknight dining.
Pot Roast
When it comes out right, pot roast is tender, succulent, and richly flavored. Good pot roast begins at the market, and we've found that cooking technique matters just as much as the cut.
Maple-Glazed Pork Roast
Pork producers have worked so hard to remove fat from their pigs that most pork roasts have little character. Glazing a pork roast with maple syrup is an attractive way to boost flavor and we wanted to perfect this recipe.
Truck Stop Favorites
Truckers often know where to find the best home-style cooking. And what could be better than chicken-fried steak with cream gravy and real coconut cream pie?
Chicken in a Skillet
Although chicken dinners are quick to prepare, they can go terribly wrong. Part of the problem is the chicken itself—the breast meat has little fat and becomes dry and chalky if overcooked. The other major source of trouble is improper cooking methods.
Chicken in a Pot
French country cooking has a way with chicken in a pot, whether it's the famous chicken with 40 cloves of garlic or the lesser-known chicken Provençal. These dishes take chicken to new heights—or go awry.
Steak and Potatoes
Purchase a good steak and cook it properly, and all it needs is salt and pepper—and, of course, a side of spuds. We wanted potatoes with perfect texture and big flavor—something unusual to accompany a great steak and a good bottle of wine.
Steak Tips
Restaurant steak tips are often tough and weirdly seasoned, and thick steak fries can be pale and soggy. The test kitchen felt confident that we could rescue these dishes and turn them into something you would welcome into your home.
Stir-Fried Beef and Pork
The test kitchen shows you how to prepare two satisfying stir-fries: beef with broccoli and pork with eggplant and onions.
Pad Thai and Sesame Noodles
The test kitchen shows you how to make Pad Thai and Sesame Noodles with Shredded Chicken.
Favorite Italian Classics
Here we demonstrate how to make three Italian classics: Grilled Chicken ala Diavola, Frico, and Strawberries with Balsamic Vinegar.
French Food in a Flash
Preparing favorite French dishes such as cassoulet or tarte Tatin calls for a lot of patience and time. We wondered if we could find ways to simplify these recipes without sacrificing the qualities that make them classics.
Tea Time
In the test kitchen, we think afternoon (or morning) tea is an excellent excuse to whip up a batch of scones or a golden loaf of lemon pound cake. Making these baked goods at home certainly yields better results than what you can buy. We'll show you how.
Sunday Brunch
Some days you don't mind spending the morning preparing eggs or baking muffins. But rubbery omelets and dry, hockey puck muffins can make you wonder why you bothered. These brunch recipes are special enough to make you long for Sunday mornings.
The Pancakes Show
Few recipes deliver so much pleasure for so little work as pancakes. The batter comes together in minutes, and the cooking time is brief. Why, then, do most Americans never make pancakes from scratch?
Cookie Jar Favorites
Although easy to prepare, most cookie recipes are notoriously fickle. A minor ingredient change or fluctuation in oven temperature can yield unexpected results. Our goal was simple: Take two favorite cookies and develop reliable recipes that taste great.
Summer Berry Desserts
We especially like to use summer berries in a no-bake pie. We wanted a no-bake pie that was every bit as appealing as a traditional double-crust pie—without all of the work.
Easy Sheet Cakes
The test kitchen decided to tackle two popular sheet cakes—carrot and chocolate—and produce simple recipes that would deliver superior results.
Lemon Cheesecake
Although some would never dare to adulterate plain cheesecake, variations abound—some good, some bad, some ugly. We wanted our cheesecake to be both light and creamy, with great lemon flavor.
Showstopper Desserts
When entertaining, we like desserts that look more complicated to prepare than they really are. A chocolate mousse cake or chilled lemon soufflé requires basic ingredients but is sure to elicit the proper oohs and aahs from guests.