Seasons

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E1

Make-Ahead Masterclass

Aired Sep 20, 2025

Glazed boneless beef short ribs; tools and tips for easier meal prep; make-way-ahead dinner rolls.

30 min
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E2

Flavor-Packed Pastas

Aired Sep 27, 2025

Test 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.

30 min
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E3

Corn Cakes and Chowder

Aired Oct 4, 2025

Venezuelan cheese-filled corn cakes; dish towels; importance of a sharp knife; fresh corn chowder.

30 min
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E4

Turkey Lasagna and Chocolate Sorbet

Aired Oct 11, 2025

Test 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.

30 min
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E5

Farmer's Brunch

Aired Oct 18, 2025

Test 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).

30 min
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E6

Ice Cream Cake

Aired Oct 25, 2025

Test 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.

30 min
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E7

Two Takes on Chicken and Rice

Aired Nov 1, 2025

Test Cook Erica Turner makes host Bridget Lancaster Chicken Yassa (Senegalese Braised Chicken). Tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Bridget and host Jullia Collin Davison to a tasting of chicken broths. And Test Cook Becky Hays prepares Peruvian Arroz con Pollo for Julia.

30 min
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E8

Pan-Seared Halibut and Ma'amoul

Aired Nov 8, 2025

Test 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 semolina cookies, Ma'amoul.

30 min
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E9

New Thanksgiving Favorites

Aired Nov 15, 2025

Test Cook Lan Lam makes host Bridget Lancaster a crowd-pleasing Stuffed Spatchcocked 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.

30 min
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E10

Taiwanese Staples

Aired Nov 22, 2025

Test 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.

30 min
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E11

The Ultimate Holiday Dinner Party

Aired Dec 13, 2025

Test 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

30 min
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E12

Zesty Salmon and Salad

Aired Jan 3, 2026

Test 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.

30 min
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E13

Weeknight Chicken and Mashed Potatoes

Aired Jan 10, 2026

Test 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.

30 min
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E14

Mediterranean Eggplant Dishes

Aired Jan 17, 2026

Test 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.

30 min
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E15

Catalan Supper

Aired Jan 24, 2026

Test 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.

30 min
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E16

Breakfast from Scratch

Aired Jan 31, 2026

Test 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.

30 min
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E17

A Taste of Sichuan

Aired Feb 7, 2026

Test 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.

30 min
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E18

A Tale of Two Pastas

Aired Feb 14, 2026

Test 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.

30 min