America's Test Kitchen From Cook's Illustrated: Season 25
Season 25 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 24.
- 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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Pork and Apples
Sep 21, 2024 · 24 min
Host Julia Collin Davison makes Bridget Lancaster Spice-Rubbed Pork Roast en Cocotte with Caramelized Onion. Tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Bridget and Julia to a head-to-he
Chicken on the Grill
Sep 28, 2024 · 24 min
Test cook Dan Souza grills host Bridget Lancaster Peruvian Pollo a la Brasa (Peruvian Grill-Roasted Chicken). Equipment expert Adam Ried reviews countertop ice makers. Test cook La
Fall Bounty
Oct 5, 2024 · 24 min
Test cook Dan Souza makes host Julia Collin Davison hearty Pot Roast with Root Vegetables. Tasting expert Jack Bishop talks about cooking with apples. Test cook Erin McMurrer makes
The Noodle Show
Oct 12, 2024 · 24 min
Test cook Lan Lam makes host Julia Collin Davison a Korean classic, Japchae (Sweet Potato Starch Noodles with Vegetables and Beef). Tasting expert Jack Bishop talks about vinegars
Breakfast for a Crowd
Oct 19, 2024 · 24 min
Test cook Elle Simone Scott makes host Julia Collin Davison a Breakfast Taco Board for a crowd. Equipment expert Adam Reid shares our recommended stand mixers with host Bridget Lan
Easy Chicken Dinners
Oct 26, 2024 · 24 min
Test cook Dan Souza makes host Bridget Lancaster Skillet-Roasted Chicken Breasts with Garlicky Green Beans. Tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Bridget and host Julia Collin Davi
Savory Pies
Nov 2, 2024 · 24 min
Hosts Julia Collin Davison and Bridget Lancaster make a simple Cast Iron Chicken Pot Pie. Science Expert Dan Souza demonstrates the absorptive power of eggplant. Test cook Joe Gitt
Everything but the Turkey
Nov 9, 2024
Keith Dresser makes Julia Collin Davison Green Bean Casserole. Equipment expert Adam Ried shares his must-have Thanksgiving tools. Elle Simone Scott makes host Bridget Lancaster Ma
New Thanksgiving Classics
Nov 16, 2024 · 24 min
Test cook Keith Dresser makes host Bridget Lancaster Roast Turkey and Gravy with Herbes de Provence and Lemon. Techniquely host Lan Lam shares tips for slicing meat. Test cook Erin
A Showstopping Chocolate-Raspberry Trifle
Nov 23, 2024
Host Bridget Lancaster makes a showstopping Chocolate-Raspberry Trifle. Techniquely host Lan Lam shares tips for shaping doughs, and host Julia Collin Davison makes a celebratory C
Christmas Baking
Dec 14, 2024
Test cook Erin McMurrer makes host Julia Collin Davison German Stollen. Gadget expert Lisa McManus shares how to shipping cookies, and Techniquely host Lan Lam shares tips for shap
Fish the French Way
Jan 4, 2025
Becky Hays makes host Bridget Lancaster Saumon aux Lentilles. Tasting expert Jack Bishop explains how to read expiration dates, and science expert Dan Souza reveals the science beh
Pub-Style Favorites
Jan 11, 2025
Test cook Sam Block makes host Bridget Lancaster spicy Buffalo Chicken Sandwiches. Equipment expert Adam Ried reviews sauté pans. Test cook Keith Dresser makes host Julia Collin Da
Pasta with Greens
Jan 18, 2025
Test cook Becky Hays makes host Julia Collin Davison the ultimate Spinach Lasagna. Tasting expert Jack Bishop talks all about preserved fruits, and science expert Dan Souza reveals
Bold and Beefy
Jan 25, 2025
Test cook Keith Dresser makes host Julia Collin Davison Keema Aloo. Equipment expert Adam Ried reviews handheld vacuum cleaners. Test cook Dan Souza makes host Bridget Lancaster an
Dinner at the Bier Garten
Feb 1, 2025
Hosts Bridget Lancaster and Julia Collin Davison make Laugenbrezeln (German Lye Pretzels). Tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Bridget to a tasting of Artisanal American Cheddar.
Pork Chops for Everyone
Feb 8, 2025
Test cook Elle Simone Scott makes host Bridget Lancaster Zha Paigu (Taiwanese Fried Pork Chops). Tasting expert Jack Bishop talks all about bread crumbs. Test cook Dan Souza makes
Decadent Pasta Dishes
Feb 15, 2025
Test cook Erica Turner cooks host Julia Collin Davison Pasta alla Zozzona. Techniquely host Lan Lam shares how to use a food processor, and test cook Joe Gitter prepares host Bridg
Spring Dinner for Two
Apr 5, 2025
Test cook Erin McMurrer makes host Bridget Lancaster Crispy Salmon Cakes with Smoked Salmon, Capers, and Dill for Two. Gear Heads hosts Hannah Crowley and Lisa McManus reveal their
Breakfast with a European Accent
Apr 12, 2025
Test Cook Keith Dresser makes host Julia Collin Davison Liège Waffles. Tasting expert Jack Bishop talks all about boxed brownie mixes. Test Cook Erica Turner prepares host Bridget
Caramel Delights
Apr 19, 2025
Hosts Julia Collin Davison and Bridget Lancaster bake the ultimate Turtle Brownies. Tasting expert Jack Bishop talks all about buttercreams. Test cook Erin McMurrer bakes Julia Alf
Unexpected Burgers
Apr 26, 2025
Test Cook Lan Lam makes host Julia Collin Davison Mushroom-Beef Blended Burgers. Tasting Expert Jack Bishop does a tasting of oat milk. Test Cook Antoinette Johnson makes host Brid
Mexican Classics, Slow and Fast
May 3, 2025
Test cook Lan Lam makes host Bridget Lancaster savory Lamb Barbacoa. Equipment expert Adam Ried shares his recommended precision coffee scales. Test cook Erin McMurrer makes host J
Brunch at the Bistro
May 10, 2025
Test cook Becky Hays makes host Bridget Lancaster a classy Salad Niçoise for Two. Hosts Julia Collin Davison and Bridget share a game-changing recipe for Make-Ahead Cheese Soufflés
Saucy Mediterranean Nosh
May 17, 2025
Test Cook Erica Turner makes host Bridget Lancaster Bouyourdi (Spicy Greek Baked Feta). Equipment Expert Adam Ried shares his recommended Whisks. Test Cook Becky Hays makes host Ju
Chinese Dumplings and Soup
May 24, 2025
Test cook Lan Lam makes host Julia Collin Davison a dim sum favorite, Har Gow. Tasting expert Jack Bishop talks all about Chicories. Test cook Keith Dresser makes host Bridget Lanc