Season 26
26 episodes · Sep 20, 2025
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S26E1Make-Ahead Masterclass
Sep 20, 202524mTest Cook Erin McMurrer makes host Julia Collin Davison tender Glazed Boneless Beef Short Ribs. Gear Heads hosts Hannah Crowley and Lisa McManus share expert-reviewed tools and tips for easier meal prep. And Test Cook Sam Block shows host Bridget Lancaster how to bake Make-Way-Ahead Dinner Rolls.
S26E2Flavor-Packed Pastas
Sep 27, 2025Test cook Keith Dresser makes host Julia Collin Davison Spaghetti All’Assassina, a hyperlocal dish from Bari, Italy. Tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Julia and host Bridget Lancaster to a head-to-head tasting of canned whole tomatoes. And test cook Elle Simone Scott makes Bridget a Triple Mushroom Pasta.
S26E3Corn Cakes and Chowder
Oct 4, 2025Test cook Becky Hays makes host Julia Collin Davison Cachapas con Queso de Mano (Venezuelan Cheese-Filled Corn Cakes). Equipment expert Adam Ried reviews dish towels, and science expert Dan Souza uses physics to demonstrate the importance of a sharp knife. Finally, test cook Joe Gitter makes host Bridget Lancaster Fresh Corn Chowder.
S26E4Turkey Lasagna and Chocolate Sorbet
Oct 11, 2025Test cook Vallery Lomas makes host Bridget Lancaster a savory Turkey Sausage Lasagna. Tasting expert Jack Bishop talks all about sugar. And test cook Antoinette Johnson makes a refreshing Chocolate Sorbet for host Julia Collin Davison.
S26E5Farmer’s Brunch
Oct 18, 2025Test cook Keith Dresser prepares host Bridget Lancaster a hearty German Farmer’s Breakfast (Bauernfrühstück). Equipment expert Adam Ried reviews cookie sheets. And Bridget makes host Julia Collin Davison a delicious Appeltaart (Dutch Apple Pie).
S26E6Ice Cream Cake
Oct 25, 2025Test cook Lan Lam shows Julia Collin Davison how to build a showstopping Ice Cream Cake. And science expert Dan Souza reveals the unexpected powers of melting ice.
S26E7Two Takes on Chicken and Rice
Nov 1, 2025Test cook Erica Turner makes host Bridget Lancaster Chicken Yassa (Senegalese Braised Chicken with Caramelized Onion and Lemon). Tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Bridget and host Julia Collin Davison to a tasting of chicken broths. And test cook Becky Hays prepares Peruvian Arroz con Pollo for Julia.
S26E8Pan-Seared Halibut and Ma’amoul
Nov 8, 2025Test cook Ben Mims prepares Pan-Seared Halibut with Wilted Bitter Salad for host Bridget Lancaster. Tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Bridget and host Julia Collin Davison to a tasting of frozen puff pastries. And test cook Erica Turner makes Julia buttery Ma’amoul, or semolina cookies.
S26E9New Thanksgiving Favorites
Nov 15, 2025Test cook Lan Lam makes host Bridget Lancaster a crowd-pleasing Stuffed Spatchcock Turkey. Equipment expert Adam Ried reveals our top pick for slicing knives. And test cook Erin McMurrer makes host Julia Collin Davison a crisp Shaved Celery Salad with Pomegranate-Honey Vinaigrette.
S26E10Taiwanese Staples
Dec 6, 2025Test cook Dan Souza makes Gua Bao (Taiwanese steamed buns with braised pork belly) for host Julia Collin Davison. Tasting expert Jack Bishop and host Bridget Lancaster review hoisin sauce. And test cook Maggie Zhu prepares a Quick Taiwanese Pork Rice.
S26E11The Ultimate Holiday Dinner Party
Dec 13, 2025Test cook Antoinette Johnson makes host Julia Collin Davison Shrimp Cocktail. Gear Heads hosts Hannah Crowley and Lisa McManus share what expensive gadgets are worth the price. And Julia makes host Bridget Lancaster Easy Beef Tenderloin with Harissa Rub and Cilantro-Mint Relish.
S26E12Zesty Salmon and Salad
Jan 3, 2026Test cook Elle Simone Scott prepares Double-Glazed Salmon with Lemon and Thyme for host Julia Collin Davison. Gear Heads hosts Hannah Crowley and Lisa McManus share their take on natural cleaning sprays. Tasting expert Jack Bishop talks all about tofu, and test cook Becky Hays prepares Kale Salad with Radishes, Grapefruit, and Candied Pepitas.
S26E13Weeknight Chicken and Mashed Potatoes
Jan 10, 2026Test cook Alex Heugel makes host Bridget Lancaster Cold-Start Pan-Seared Chicken Breasts with Cherry and Rosemary Pan Sauce. Equipment expert Adam Ried reviews paper towels. And test cook Sam Block makes host Julia Collin Davison the Fastest, Easiest Mashed Potatoes.
S26E14Mediterranean Eggplant Dishes
Jan 17, 2026Test cook Ben Mims makes host Julia Collin Davison Silky Roasted Eggplant with Tomato and Feta. Tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Julia and a special guest to a head-to-head tasting of hummus. And test cook Antoinette Johnson prepares Zaalouk (Moroccan Eggplant Meze) for host Bridget Lancaster.
S26E15Catalan Supper
Jan 24, 2026Test cook Erin McMurrer makes Bridget Lancaster Zarzuela (Spanish Seafood Stew). Gear Heads hosts Hannah Crowley and Lisa McManus compare disposable and reusable plastic bags. And Bridget prepares Red Pepper Coques for host Julia Collin Davison.
S26E16Breakfast from Scratch
Jan 31, 2026Test cook Alex Heugel makes host Julia Collin Davison Biscuit Breakfast Sandwiches. Techniquely host Lan Lam Lan shares techniques to make picture-perfect pancakes. And test cook Aran Goyoaga makes Spiced Pear, Buckwheat, and Almond Pancakes for host Bridget Lancaster.
S26E17A Taste of Sichuan
Feb 7, 2026Test cook Lan Lam makes Dry Chili Chicken (Làzi Jī 辣子雞) for host Bridget Lancaster. Tasting expert Jack Bishop breaks down different miso. And test cook Dan Souza prepares Suan La Bai Cai (Sour and Hot Nappa Cabbage) for host Julia Collin Davison.
S26E18A Tale of Two Pastas
Feb 14, 2026Test cook Dan Souza makes Pici alla Boscaiola (Handmade Pasta with Mushrooms and Sausage) for host Julia Collin Davison. Tasting expert Jack Bishop talks all about stone-ground flour. And test cook Nik Sharma prepares a punchy Pasta with Creamy Lemon–Sichuan Peppercorn Sauce for host Bridget Lancaster.
S26E19Savory Mexican Classics
Apr 4, 202623mTest cook Keith Dresser makes Chiles en Nogada for host Bridget Lancaster. Science expert Dan Souza explains why oil shimmers. And test cook Elle Simone Scott prepares Tacos Gobernador for host Julia Collin Davison.
S26E20Comforting Japanese Dinners
Apr 11, 202622mTest cook Dan Souza makes Tonkatsu (Japanese Fried Pork Chops) for host Bridget Lancaster. Tasting expert Jack Bishop reviews types of Japanese rice. Test cook Lan Lam prepares Kare Raisu (Japanese Curry Rice with Chicken) for Julia Collin Davison.
S26E21Maple Pork Chops and Squash Soup
Apr 18, 202623mMaple pork chops with sweet potato-bacon hash; reviewing enameled cast iron skillets; how to defrost food quickly; leek, fennel and squash soup with sausage.
S26E22Seafood Stew and Salmon Burgers
Apr 25, 202623mTest cook Vallery Lomas makes host Julia Collin Davison Crab and Shrimp Stew. Equipment expert Adam Ried reviews gyuto knives. And test cook Becky Hays prepares Fresh Salmon Burgers with Sriracha Mayonnaise for host Bridget Lancaster.
S26E23New England Clambake
May 2, 202623mJulia Collin Davison grills up a New England Clambake for host Bridget Lancaster. Techniquely host Lan Lam shares tips to up your grill game. And test cook Keith Dresser prepares Grilled Fresh Cornbread with Charred Jalapeños and Cheddar.
S26E24Tandoori Salmon and Broiled Zucchini
May 9, 202623mTest cook Nik Sharma makes host Julia Collin Davison a flavorful Tandoori Salmon. Gear Heads hosts Hannah Crowley and Lisa McManus share their favorite kitchen gadgets under $15. Tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Julia to a tasting of yogurt. And test cook Lan Lam prepares Broiled Smashed Zucchini with Garlicky Yogurt for host Bridget Lancaster.
S26E25Petite French Pastries
May 16, 202623mHost Bridget Lancaster bakes up delicious Macarons with Raspberry Buttercream for host Julia Collin Davison. And Julia returns the favor by making Gougères for Bridget.
S26E26Grilled Flank Steak and Chili Crisp Noodles
May 23, 202623mTest cook Joe Gitter fires up the grill and makes Bridget Lancaster a delicious Grilled Flank Steak. Science expert Dan Souza explains why cooking some meat to medium makes them more tender. Equipment expert Adam Ried reviews aluminum foil. And test cook Maggie Zhu makes host Julia Collin Davison Chili Crisp Noodles.