America's Test Kitchen From Cook's Illustrated: Season 18
Season 18 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- Directly follows the overarching narrative developments of America's Test Kitchen From Cook's Illustrated Season 17.
- Faction dynamics and core character alliances shift under escalating external stakes.
- Crucial mysteries introduced previously reach key turning points and narrative reckonings.
- Sets up serialized story arcs that build directly toward the climactic season finale.
Episode Guide
Season 18 Progress Shield
Grown Up Comfort Classics
Jan 6, 2018 · 25 min
The Season 18 premiere shares secrets to simple stovetop macaroni and cheese; and shows how to make turkey meatloaf with ketchup-brown sugar glaze..Also: large saucepans; lid holde
Flavors of Thailand
Jan 13, 2018 · 25 min
Bridget and Julia unlock the secrets to Everyday Pad Thai. Tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Bridget to a tasting of coconut milk. And finally, test cook Elle Simone makes the
How to Roast Everything
Jan 20, 2018 · 25 min
Bridget and Julia teach viewers how to make the ultimate Beef Tenderloin with Smoky Potatoes and Persillade Relish. Tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Bridget to a turkey tastin
All Chocolate, All the Time
Jan 27, 2018 · 25 min
In this episode, Bridget and Julia uncover the secrets to making the perfect Boston Cream Pie. In the Equipment Corner, expert Adam Ried reviews Silicone Spatulas, and then test co
Ultimate Italian
Feb 3, 2018 · 25 min
Test cook Dan Souza makes host Bridget Lancaster an Italian classic-Porchetta. Next, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges host Julia Collin Davison to a tasting of ricotta. Gadget
Modern Weeknight Meals
Feb 10, 2018 · 25 min
Modern Weeknight Meals Test cook Becky Hays makes Bridget the perfect One-Hour Broiled Chicken and Pan Sauce. In the Equipment Corner, expert Adam Ried reviews blenders, and then t
Vegan for Everyone
Feb 17, 2018 · 25 min
Test cook Becky Hays makes Julia the ultimate Vegan Pinto Bean-Beet Burger, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Bridget to a tasting of vegan mayo, and gadget critic Lisa McManus
Just Add Apples
Feb 24, 2018 · 25 min
Test cook Erin McMurrer and host Bridget Lancaster make the ultimate Apple Strudel. In the Equipment Corner, expert Adam Ried reveals his top pick for Bundt Pans, and then Julia an
Soup for Dinner
Mar 3, 2018 · 25 min
Test cook Dan Souza and host Julia Collin Davison make Chicken Bouillabaisse, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Bridget to a tasting of cinnamon, and then Julia and Bridget unc
Pressure Cooker Perfection
Mar 10, 2018 · 25 min
Test cook Becky Hays makes host Julia Collin Davison the fastest-ever Farmhouse Chicken Noodle Soup in the pressure cooker. Then, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges host Bridget
Diner-Style Favorites with a Twist
Mar 17, 2018 · 25 min
Hosts Julia Collin Davison and Bridget Lancaster uncover the secrets to making the ultimate Italian-Style Turkey Meatballs. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried reviews dry storage con
Italian Seafood Suppers
Mar 24, 2018 · 25 min
Hosts Bridget Lancaster and Julia Collin Davison uncover the secrets to making perfect Linguine allo Scoglio. Next, equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his top pick for manual pasta
Mexican Dinner Party
Mar 31, 2018 · 25 min
Hosts Bridget Lancaster and Julia Collin Davison uncover the secrets to the ultimate Tamales with Red Chicken Chile filling. Finally, test cook Dan Souza makes Julia perfect Choriz
Mediterranean Sweets
Apr 7, 2018 · 25 min
Test cook Dan Souza makes host Bridget Lancaster the ultimate Olive Oil Cake. Finally, Julia and Bridget uncover the secrets to making foolproof Baklava at home.
Weeknight Japanese Suppers
Apr 14, 2018 · 25 min
Hosts Julia Collin Davison and Bridget Lancaster uncover the secrets to a Japanese favorite - Crispy Pan-Fried Chicken Cutlets. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his top for
Brunch at Home
Apr 21, 2018 · 25 min
Hosts Bridget Lancaster and Julia Collin Davison uncover the secrets to making foolproof Eggs Benedict at home. Next, equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his top pick for espresso m
Simple Chinese Staples
Apr 28, 2018 · 25 min
Hosts Julia Collin Davison and Bridget Lancaster uncover the secrets to a Chinese staple—Three Cup Chicken. Then, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Julia to a tasting of firm t
Vibrant Mediterranean Cooking
May 5, 2018 · 25 min
Test cook Dan Souza makes host Bridget Lancaster foolproof Swordfish Skewers with Tomato-Scallion Caponata on the grill. Next, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges host Julia Coll
Grilled Steak and Fruit Tart
May 12, 2018 · 25 min
Test cook Dan Souza makes host Julia Collin Davison perfect Grill-Smoked and Herb-Rubbed Flat Iron Steaks. Then, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges host Bridget Lancaster to a t
Spicing Up the Grill
May 19, 2018 · 25 min
Hosts Julia Collin Davison and Bridget Lancaster uncover the secrets to perfecting a Thai delicacy at home—Thai Grilled Cornish Hens with Chili Dipping Sauce. Then, tasting expert
Pork Chops and Corn Fritters, Perfected
May 26, 2018 · 25 min
Hosts Julia Collin Davison and Bridget Lancaster uncover the secrets to making perfect Pan- Seared Thick-Cut Boneless Pork Chops. Then, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Julia
Chinese Classics
Jun 2, 2018 · 25 min
Hosts Bridget Lancaster and Julia Collin Davison reveal the secrets to making the ultimate Chinese Barbecued Pork at home. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his top picks fo
Summer Cookout
Jun 9, 2018 · 25 min
Test cook Dan Souza makes host Julia Collin Davison perfect Spice-Rubbed Chicken Drumsticks on the grill. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his top pick for Baking Peels. Ne
To Meat or Not to Meat (Sauce)
Jun 16, 2018 · 25 min
Hosts Bridget Lancaster and Julia Collin Davison uncover the secrets to making a weeknight-friendly recipe for Tagliatelle with Bolognese Sauce. Then, tasting expert Jack Bishop ch
Elegant Desserts
Jun 23, 2018 · 25 min
Hosts Julia Collin Davison and Bridget Lancaster uncover the secrets to the most decadent bar cookie recipe—Millionaire’s Shortbread. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his t
Pub-Style Favorites, Revisited
Jun 30, 2018 · 25 min
Hosts Julia Collin Davison and Bridget Lancaster uncover the secrets to making the ultimate Pub-Style Steak and Ale Pie at home. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his top pi
Home for the Holidays
Jul 6, 2018 · 25 min
Happy holidays! Join the America's Test Kitchen cast as they share their favorite holiday recipes and memories.