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America's Test Kitchen From Cook's Illustrated: America's Test Kitchen at Home 2

26 episodes Premiered Jan 8, 2022 Updated Sep 26, 2026
Previously on America's Test Kitchen From Cook's Illustrated

Season 22 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 21.
  • ⚡ 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.
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Season 22 Episodes

Episode Guide

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Season 22: Filler vs. Essential Canon

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Mytharc (6): Crucial lore & season climaxes
Core (20): Character development & subplots
Side Quest (0): Standalone / filler
S22·E1 Mytharc

Turkey Two Ways

Jan 8, 2022 · 25 min

Host Bridget Lancaster makes host Julia Collin Davison Turkey Thigh Confit with Citrus-Mustard Sauce. Tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Bridget and Julia to a tasting of cranbe

S22·E2 Core

Plant-Based Perfection

Jan 15, 2022 · 25 min

Test cook Becky Hays makes host Bridget Lancaster the ultimate Cauliflower and Bean Paella. Tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges host Julia Collin Davison to tasting meat-free bur

S22·E3 Core

French Chicken and Potatoes

Jan 22, 2022 · 25 min

In this episode, test cook Erin McMurrer makes host Julia Collin Davison a foolproof Poulet au Vinaigre (Chicken with Vinegar). Equipment expert Adam Ried reviews meat pounders. Te

S22·E4 Core

Prime Rib and Popovers

Jan 29, 2022 · 25 min

Hosts Bridget Lancaster and Julia Collin Davison make the ultimate Sous Vide Prime Rib with Mint Persillade. Equipment expert Adam Ried reviews vacuum sealers. Julia makes Bridget

S22·E5 Core

Bulgogi and Bokkeumbap

Feb 5, 2022 · 25 min

Test cook Dan Souza makes host Bridget Lancaster Beef Bulgogi (Korean Marinated Beef). Testing expert Jack Bishop gives a primer on sesame products. Test cook Keith Dresser shows h

S22·E6 Core

Jewish Baking

Feb 12, 2022 · 25 min

Test cook Lan Lam makes host Bridget Lancaster Easy-Braid Challah. Testing expert Jack Bishop gives a flour primer. Test cook Erin McMurrer and host Julia Collin Davison make Cresc

S22·E7 Core

Shrimp, Fast and Slow

Feb 19, 2022 · 25 min

Test cook Keith Dresser shows host Julia Collin Davison the secrets to Pan-Seared Shrimp with Peanuts, Black Pepper, and Lime. Equipment expert Adam Ried shares his top picks for p

S22·E8 Core

Italian-Inspired Dinners

Feb 26, 2022 · 24 min

Test cook Dan Souza shows host Julia Collin Davison how to make the perfect braciole. Testing expert Jack Bishop reviews angel hair pasta, and gadget critic Lisa McManus gives her

S22·E9 Core

Irish Staples

Mar 5, 2022 · 24 min

Hosts Bridget Lancaster and Julia Collin Davison reveal the secrets to the classic Irish Stew with Carrots and Turnips. Equipment expert Adam Ried shares with Julia his top picks f

S22·E10 Mytharc

Shareable Spanish Fare

Mar 12, 2022 · 24 min

In this episode, test cook Keith Dresser shows host Bridget Lancaster how to make Albondigas en Salsa Almendras (Spanish-Style Meatballs in Almond Sauce). Science expert Dan Souza

S22·E11 Core

Holiday Dessert and Salad

Mar 19, 2022 · 24 min

Test cook Lan Lam makes host Bridget Lancaster a show stopping Cranberry Curd Tart with Almond Crust. Testing expert Jack Bishop challenges host Julia Collin Davison to a blue chee

S22·E12 Core

Vindaloo and Chana Masala

Mar 26, 2022 · 24 min

Hosts Julia Collin Davison and Bridget Lancaster reveal the secrets to Goan Pork Vindaloo. Equipment expert Adam Ried shares with host Julia Collin Davison his top picks for rice c

S22·E13 Core

Springtime Feast

Apr 2, 2022 · 24 min

In this episode, test cook Elle Simone Scott makes host Julia Collin Davison Spiral Sliced Ham Glazed with Cider-Vinegar Caramel. Equipment expert Adam Ried shares with Julia his t

S22·E14 Core

Ode to Armenia

Apr 9, 2022 · 24 min

Hosts Bridget Lancaster and Julia Collin Davison make classic Lahmajun (Armenian Flatbread). Testing expert Jack Bishop reviews lentils, and gadget critic Lisa McManus gives her to

S22·E15 Mytharc

Breakfast With a Kick

Apr 16, 2022 · 24 min

In this breakfast-themed episode, test cook Lan Lam prepares Egg, Kimchi, and Avocado Sandwiches with host Julia Collin Davison. Equipment expert Adam Ried shares with host Bridget

S22·E16 Core

Quick Fish Dinners

Apr 23, 2022 · 24 min

Test Cook Dan Souza makes host Bridget Lancaster a classic Sauteed Tilapia with Chive-Lemon Miso Butter. Testing expert Jack Bishop reviews Italian pastas, and equipment expert Ada

S22·E17 Core

Italian Bites

Apr 30, 2022 · 24 min

Hosts Julia Collin Davison and Bridget Lancaster reveal the secrets to a foolproof Spinach and Ricotta Gnudi with Tomato-Butter Sauce. Equipment expert Adam Ried shares with Julia

S22·E18 Core

Perfectly Fried Seafood

May 7, 2022 · 24 min

In this episode, hosts Julia Collin Davison and Bridget Lancaster make the ultimate Crispy Fish Sandwiches with Tartar Sauce. Equipment expert Adam Ried shares with Julia his top p

S22·E19 Core

Chinese Noodles and Meatballs

May 14, 2022 · 24 min

Test cook Lan Lam cooks host Bridget Lancaster Dan Dan Mian (Sichuan Noodles with Chili Sauce and Pork). Equipment expert Adam Ried shares with host Julia Collin Davison his top pi

S22·E20 Core

Breakfast Baking

May 21, 2022 · 24 min

Hosts Bridget Lancaster and Julia Collin Davison make foolproof Yeasted Doughnuts. Testing expert Jack Bishop challenges Bridget and Julia to a vegan chocolate ice-cream tasting. T

S22·E21 Core

Pork Chops and Blondies

May 28, 2022 · 24 min

Test cook Keith Dresser and host Julia Collin Davison reveal the secrets to the perfect Mustardy Apple Butter-Glazed Pork Chops. Testing expert Jack Bishop challenges hosts Bridget

S22·E22 Mytharc

Flavor-Packed Chicken Dinner

Jun 4, 2022 · 25 min

Hosts Julia Collin Davison and Bridget Lancaster make Broiled Chicken with Gravy. Equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his top pick for toaster ovens, and gadget critic Lisa McManus

S22·E23 Core

Starring: Tomatoes

Jun 11, 2022 · 24 min

Test cook Elle Simone Scott makes host Bridget Lancaster a showstopping Upside-Down Tomato Tart. Testing expert Jack Bishop reviews a variety of tomatoes. Test cook Becky Hays and

S22·E24 Core

Summer Decadence

Jun 18, 2022 · 24 min

Hosts Bridget Lancaster and Julia Collin Davison reveal the secrets to the perfect Fresh Peach Pie with All-Butter Lattice Top. Testing expert Jack Bishop reviews a variety of swee

S22·E25 Mytharc

Pupusas and Yuca

Jun 25, 2022 · 24 min

Test cook Dan Souza and host Julia Collin Davison make Pupusas with Curtido. Equipment expert Adam Ried shares with host Bridget Lancaster his top picks for soda makers. Test cook

S22·E26 Mytharc

Unexpected Salads

Apr 11, 2022

Test cook Erin McMurrer and host Bridget Lancaster make the best Broccoli Salad with Creamy Avocado Dressing. Equipment expert Adam Ried shares with host Julia Collin Davison his t

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