America's Test Kitchen From Cook's Illustrated: Season 23
Season 23 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 22.
- 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
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Ultimate Yule Log
Jan 7, 2023 · 27 min
Hosts Bridget Lancaster and Julia Collin Davison make the ultimate Caramel-Espresso Yule Log. Lisa reviews mini muffin tins.
Porchetta-Style Turkey and Fennel
Jan 14, 2023
Test cook Dan Souza makes host Julia Collin Davison Porchetta-Style Turkey Breast. Equipment expert Adam Ried reviews smart ovens. Test cook Keith Dresser makes host Bridget Lancas
Breakfast of Champions
Jan 21, 2023
Test cook Lan Lam and host Julia Collin Davison make Omelets with Cheddar and Chives. Tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Julia and Bridget Lancaster to a head-to-head tasting of
Two Simple Pastas
Jan 28, 2023
Test cook Keith Dresser makes host Julia Collin Davison Pasta Cacio e Uova. Equipment expert Adam Ried reviews chef's knives under $75. Test cook Dan Souza makes host Bridget Lanca
Beef Wellington
Feb 4, 2023
Hosts Julia Collin Davison and Bridget Lancaster make a show-stopping Beef Wellington. Tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Bridget to a tasting of domestic caviar.
Italian Sweets
Feb 11, 2023
Test cook Erin McMurrer makes host Bridget Lancaster Struffoli. Tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Bridget and Julia Collin Davidson to a head-to-head tasting of single origin c
Stir-Fry and Congee
Feb 18, 2023
Test cook Lan Lam makes host Bridget Lancaster Stir-Fried Beef and Gai Lan. Equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his top picks for bamboo steamers. Test cook Dan Souza makes host Jul
Hearty Alpine Fare
Mar 18, 2023
Test cook Becky Hays makes host Bridget Lancaster a hearty Tartiflette. Tasting expert Jack Bishop talks all about mushrooms. Host Bridget Lancaster makes a deeply-flavored Panisci
French Pastries
Mar 25, 2023
Test cook Lan Lam and host Bridget Lancaster make Breton Kouign Amann. Equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his top picks for bannetons. Test cook Elle Simone Scott makes host Julia
Eggs Around the World
Apr 1, 2023
Test cook Dan Souza makes host Julia Collin Davison Cılbır (Turkish Poached Eggs with Yogurt and Spiced Butter). Equipment expert Adam Ried reviews sponge holders. Test cook Becky
Chocolate Tart and Ice Cream
Apr 8, 2023
Test cook Elle Simone Scott bakes host Julia Collin Davison a decadent Milk Chocolate Cremeux Tart. Tasting expert Jack Bishop talks all about coconut products. Test cook Dan Souza
Chicken Two Ways
Apr 15, 2023
Test cook Becky Hays cooks host Julia Collin Davison fail-proof Chicken Francese. Equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his top picks for air fryers and science expert Dan Souza demon
Thanksgiving for a Small Group
Apr 22, 2023
Test cook Erin McMurrer makes host Bridget Lancaster Roast Whole Turkey Breast with Gravy. Gadget critic Lisa McManus shares her favorite mops. Test cook Dan Souza and host Julia C
Pork Chops and Maple Cake
Apr 29, 2023
Test cook Elle Simone Scott cooks host Julia Collin Davison Pan-Seared Thick-Cut, Bone-In Pork Chops. Tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges hosts Julia and Bridget Lancaster to a h
Scandinavian Brunch
May 6, 2023 · 23 min
Hosts Bridget Lancaster and Julia Collin Davison bake perfectly spiced Kanelbullar (Swedish Cinnamon Buns). Gadget critic Lisa McManus reviews robot vacuums. Julia shows Bridget ho
Parathas and Pakoras
May 13, 2023 · 23 min
Test cook Erin McMurrer makes host Julia Collin Davison Alu Parathas (Punjabi Potato-Stuffed Griddle Breads). Equipment expert Adam Ried reviews ladles. Test cook Keith Dresser and
Seafood Feast
May 20, 2023 · 23 min
Hosts Julia Collin Davison and Bridget Lancaster make Cataplana (Portuguese Seafood Stew). Tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Julia and Bridget to a head-to-head tasting of fish
Spring Chicken Dinner
May 27, 2023 · 22 min
Test cook Lan Lam makes host Julia Collin Davison Roast Chicken with Couscous, Roasted Red Peppers, and Basil. Tasting expert Jack Bishop talks all about grains, and science expert
Sweet and Savory Choux
Jun 3, 2023 · 23 min
Classic choux au craquelin; piping sets; gnocchi a la Parisienne with arugula, tomatoes and olives.
Hearty Soup and Salad
Jun 10, 2023 · 23 min
New England fish chowder; Nakiri knives; tiny tools; hearty green salad with chickpeas, pickled cauliflower and seared halloumi.
Grilled Short Ribs and Vegetable Casserole
Jun 17, 2023 · 23 min
Grilled boneless beef short ribs with preserved lemon and almond sauce; goat cheese; the science behind Thai jelly beer; briam.
Light Summer Meal
Jul 8, 2023 · 23 min
Test cook Keith Dresser makes host Julia Collin Davison Grilled Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts with Red Pepper-Almond Sauce. Tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges hosts Julia an
Blackened Chicken and Roasted Okra
Jul 15, 2023 · 23 min
Test cook Dan Souza makes host Bridget Lancaster the ultimate Blackened Chicken. Equipment expert Adam Ried reviews spice storage solutions, and tasting expert Jack Bishop talks al
Cherry and Berry Desserts
Jul 22, 2023 · 23 min
Test cook Lan Lam and host Julia Collin Davison make nostalgic Cherry Hand Pies. Equipment expert Adam Ried reviews electric juicers. Test cook Elle Simone Scott makes host Bridget
Spanish Summer Supper
Jul 29, 2023 · 23 min
Pinchos morunos, Spanish grilled pork kebabs; dried chiles; melting points; Catalan tomato bread; rose' sangria.
Puerto Rican Cookout
Aug 5, 2023 · 23 min
Test cook Lan Lam cooks host Julia Collin Davison Grilled Chicken with Adobo and Sazón. Tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges hosts Julia and Bridget Lancaster to a head-to-head ta