America's Test Kitchen - Season 26

America's Test Kitchen - Season 26

Season 26

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Episodes26
DatesSep 20, 2025 - Apr 25, 2026
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Episodes

Make-Ahead Masterclass
Season 26Episode 130 min

Make-Ahead Masterclass

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

Sep 20, 2025
Flavor-Packed Pastas
Season 26Episode 230 min

Flavor-Packed Pastas

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.

Sep 27, 2025
Corn Cakes and Chowder
Season 26Episode 330 min

Corn Cakes and Chowder

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

Oct 4, 2025
Turkey Lasagna and Chocolate Sorbet
Season 26Episode 430 min

Turkey Lasagna and Chocolate Sorbet

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.

Oct 11, 2025
Farmer's Brunch
Season 26Episode 530 min

Farmer's Brunch

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).

Oct 18, 2025
Ice Cream Cake
Season 26Episode 630 min

Ice Cream Cake

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.

Oct 25, 2025
Two Takes on Chicken and Rice
Season 26Episode 730 min

Two Takes on Chicken and Rice

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.

Nov 1, 2025
Pan-Seared Halibut and Ma'amoul
Season 26Episode 830 min

Pan-Seared Halibut and Ma'amoul

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.

Nov 8, 2025
New Thanksgiving Favorites
Season 26Episode 930 min

New Thanksgiving Favorites

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.

Nov 15, 2025
Taiwanese Staples
Season 26Episode 1030 min

Taiwanese Staples

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.

Nov 22, 2025
The Ultimate Holiday Dinner Party
Season 26Episode 1130 min

The Ultimate Holiday Dinner Party

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

Dec 13, 2025
Zesty Salmon and Salad
Season 26Episode 1230 min

Zesty Salmon and Salad

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.

Jan 3, 2026
Weeknight Chicken and Mashed Potatoes
Season 26Episode 1330 min

Weeknight Chicken and Mashed Potatoes

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.

Jan 10, 2026
Mediterranean Eggplant Dishes
Season 26Episode 1430 min

Mediterranean Eggplant Dishes

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.

Jan 17, 2026
Catalan Supper
Season 26Episode 1530 min

Catalan Supper

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.

Jan 24, 2026
Breakfast from Scratch
Season 26Episode 1630 min

Breakfast from Scratch

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.

Jan 31, 2026
A Taste of Sichuan
Season 26Episode 1730 min

A Taste of Sichuan

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.

Feb 7, 2026
A Tale of Two Pastas
Season 26Episode 1830 min

A Tale of Two Pastas

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.

Feb 14, 2026
Savory Mexican Classics
Season 26Episode 1930 min

Savory Mexican Classics

Test 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.

Apr 4, 2026
Comforting Japanese Dinners
Season 26Episode 2030 min

Comforting Japanese Dinners

Test 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.

Apr 11, 2026
Maple Pork Chops and Squash Soup
Season 26Episode 2130 min

Maple Pork Chops and Squash Soup

Test cook Erin McMurrer makes host Bridget Lancaster Maple Pork Chops with Sweet Potato-Bacon Hash. Equipment expert Adam Ried reviews enameled cast-iron skillets, and Techniquely host Lan Lam explains how to defrost food quickly. Finally, test cook Aran Goyoaga prepares Leek, Fennel, and Squash Soup with Sausage for host Julia Collin Davison.

Apr 18, 2026
Seafood Stew and Salmon Burgers
Season 26Episode 2230 min

Seafood Stew and Salmon Burgers

Apr 25, 2026

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