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America's Test Kitchen From Cook's Illustrated: America's Test Kitchen at Home

26 episodes Premiered Jan 1, 2021 Updated Sep 26, 2026

America's Test Kitchen: at Home

Previously on America's Test Kitchen From Cook's Illustrated

Season 21 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 20.
  • ⚡ 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.

Season overview

America's Test Kitchen: at Home

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Season 21 Episodes

Episode Guide

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Season 21: Filler vs. Essential Canon

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Mytharc (7): Crucial lore & season climaxes
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Side Quest (0): Standalone / filler
S21·E1 Mytharc

A Taste of Mexico

Jan 1, 2021 · 25 min

Host Julia Collin Davison makes a foolproof recipe for Chile Verde con Cerdo (Green Chili with Pork), ingredient expert Jack Bishop shares what you need to know about canned and ja

S21·E2 Core

Autumn Supper

Jan 9, 2021 · 25 min

Host Bridget Lancaster prepares perfect Oven-Roasted Chicken Thighs, equipment expert Adam Ried rounds up the best tools for roasting, and host Julia Collin Davison bakes the easie

S21·E3 Core

Simple Chicken Dinner

Jan 16, 2021 · 25 min

Host Julia Collin Davison makes Chicken Under a Brick with Herb-Roasted Potatoes, ingredient expert Jack Bishop tells you everything you need to know about mozzarella, and test coo

S21·E4 Core

Simple and Elegant Dinner

Jan 23, 2021 · 25 min

Host Bridget Lancaster makes a foolproof recipe for Pan-Seared Strip Steaks. Equipment expert Adam Ried shares his picks for nonstick-friendly tools, and gadget critic Lisa McManus

S21·E5 Core

Breakfast Basics

Jan 30, 2021 · 25 min

Host Julia Collin Davison cooks up Perfect Fried Eggs, and equipment expert Adam Ried shares his favorite egg-cooking essentials. Test cook Erin McMurrer makes hands-off Cold-Brew

S21·E6 Core

French-Inspired Comfort Food

Feb 6, 2021 · 25 min

Host Bridget Lancaster cooks a showstopping Beef en Cocotte with Mushroom Sauce, ingredient expert Jack Bishop gives a primer on vinegars, and test cook Keith Dresser prepares a he

S21·E7 Core

Japanese-Inspired Favorites

Feb 13, 2021 · 25 min

Host Bridget Lancaster fries up a batch of Karaage (Japanese Fried Chicken Thighs), ingredient expert Jack Bishop discusses soba noodles, and gadget critic Lisa McManus recommends

S21·E8 Core

Crepes Two Ways

Feb 20, 2021 · 25 min

Host Julia Collin Davison cooks a French staple, Galettes Complètes (Buckwheat Crepes with Ham, Egg, and Cheese); ingredient expert Jack Bishop compares alternative flours; and tes

S21·E9 Core

Rustic Italian Fare

Feb 27, 2021 · 25 min

Host Bridget Lancaster makes a hearty Acquacotta (Tuscan White Bean and Escarole Soup), ingredient expert Jack Bishop shares tips for buying extra-virgin olive oil, and test cook K

S21·E10 Core

Tagine and Hummus

Mar 6, 2021 · 25 min

Host Julia Collin Davison makes a fabulous Moroccan Fish Tagine, ingredient expert Jack Bishop tells you everything you need to know about buying and storing spices, and test cook

S21·E11 Core

Mediterranean Comfort Food

Mar 13, 2021 · 25 min

Host Bridget Lancaster shares the steps to making a hearty Pastitsio; ingredient expert Jack Bishop tells you what you need to know about feta cheese; and test cook Lan Lam makes B

S21·E12 Mytharc

Schnitzel and Roesti

Mar 20, 2021 · 25 min

Host Julia Collin Davison fries up crispy Chicken Schnitzel, equipment expert Adam Ried reveals our top picks for cooking thermometers, and test cook Keith Dresser prepares a satis

S21·E13 Core

Indian Feast

Mar 27, 2021 · 25 min

Host Julia Collin Davison cooks Murgh Makhani (Indian Butter Chicken), ingredient expert Jack Bishop gives a primer on tomato products, and test cook Becky Hays makes Palak Dal (Sp

S21·E14 Core

Bistro Classics at Home

Apr 3, 2021 · 25 min

Host Bridget Lancaster makes a showstopping Pan Bagnat (Provençal Tuna Sandwich, and ingredient expert Jack Bishop gives you the scoop on shopping for tuna. Finally, test cook Lan

S21·E15 Mytharc

Salmon Steaks Done Right

Apr 10, 2021 · 25 min

Host Julia Collin Davison reveals the secrets to perfect Pan-Seared Salmon Steaks, ingredient expert Jack Bishop gives a primer on salt, and equipment expert Adam Ried has a roundu

S21·E16 Core

Burgers and Chips

Apr 17, 2021 · 25 min

Host Bridget Lancaster makes classic Smashed Burgers, ingredient expert Jack Bishop breaks down different vegetable oils, and host Julia Collin Davison fries up Crunchy Kettle Pota

S21·E17 Core

Bake Sale Favorites

Apr 24, 2021 · 25 min

Host Bridget Lancaster bakes celebration-worthy Yellow Sheet Cake with Chocolate Frosting, ingredient expert Jack Bishop gives a primer on the world of dark chocolate, and gadget c

S21·E18 Mytharc

Back to Grilling Basics

May 1, 2021 · 25 min

Host Julia Collin Davison cooks a simple but satisfying Grilled Pork Tenderloin with Grilled Pineapple–Red Onion Salsa, equipment expert Adam Ried shares grilling essentials, and t

S21·E19 Core

A Trip to Vietnam

May 8, 2021 · 25 min

Host Julia Collin Davison makes Gỏi Cuốn (Vietnamese Summer Rolls); equipment expert Adam Ried shares the best tools for maintaining your knives; and test cook Lan Lam makes a chil

S21·E20 Core

Tacos, Guacamole, and Margaritas

May 15, 2021 · 25 min

Host Julia Collin Davison grills Sous Vide Cochinita Pibil, and host Bridget Lancaster makes the Best Fresh Margaritas and Classic Guacamole.

S21·E21 Mytharc

Butter-Basted Fish and Succotash

May 22, 2021 · 25 min

Host Bridget Lancaster cooks the easiest Butter-Basted Fish Fillets with Garlic and Thyme, ingredient expert Jack Bishop talks frozen seafood, and gadget critic Lisa McManus reveal

S21·E22 Core

Cook It in Cast Iron

May 29, 2021 · 25 min

Host Bridget Lancaster cooks a crispy Cast Iron Pan Pizza, equipment expert Adam Ried shares tips on caring for cast iron, and test cook Keith Dresser makes Cast Iron Baked Ziti wi

S21·E23 Core

Summer Dinner for Two

Jun 5, 2021 · 25 min

Host Julia Collin Davison makes Grilled Scallops with Fennel and Orange Salad, ingredient expert Jack Bishop explains the differences between types of peppercorns, and host Bridget

S21·E24 Core

Farmer's Market Fare

Jun 12, 2021 · 25 min

Host Bridget Lancaster cooks a creamy Corn Risotto, ingredient expert Jack Bishop shares tips for buying and storing summer produce, and test cook Elle Simone Scott makes a refresh

S21·E25 Mytharc

Grilled Cheese and Tomato Soup

Jun 19, 2021 · 25 min

Host Julia Collin Davison makes Grown-Up Grilled Cheese Sandwiches with Gruyère and Chives, equipment expert Adam Ried shares how to care for wooden kitchen tools, and gadget criti

S21·E26 Mytharc

Elegant French Desserts

Jun 26, 2021 · 25 min

Host Julia Collin Davison prepares a showstopping Peach Tarte Tatin, equipment expert Adam Ried shares the perfect pan for every cake, and host Bridget Lancaster makes Financiers.

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