The BEST episodes of America's Test Kitchen season 18
Every episode of America's Test Kitchen season 18, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of America's Test Kitchen season 18!
In "America's Test Kitchen From Cook's Illustrated," a team of expert chefs continue to provide viewers with practical recipes and recommendations that they can use to save money, time and effort in the kitchen. With its uniquely scientific flavor, the show uses blind tasting judges, flash animations and laboratory procedures to answer a variety of kitchen questions. Putting everything from pasta and pasta pots, cheese and cheese graters, as well as host Chris Kimball to the test, this series offers surprises that often defy price points and move beyond fancy packaging and brand expectations.
#1 - Mediterranean Sweets
Season 18 - Episode 14 - Aired 4/7/2018
Dan Souza makes the ultimate olive oil cake. Tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Julia to a tasting of premium extra virgin olive oil. Gadget critic Lisa McManus reveals her favorite gadgets, and Julia and Bridget uncover the secrets to making foolproof Bbaklava at home.
#2 - Home for the Holidays
Season 18 - Episode 27 - Aired 11/25/2018
Happy holidays! Join the America's Test Kitchen cast as they share their favorite holiday recipes and memories.
#3 - Brunch at Home
Season 18 - Episode 16 - Aired 4/21/2018
Bridget and Julia uncover the secrets to making foolproof eggs Benedict at home. Next, Adam Ried reveals his top espresso machines, and Lisa McManus reviews stovetop kettles. Finally, Dan Souza makes a show-stopping German pancake.
#4 - Pub-Style Favorites, Revisited
Season 18 - Episode 26 - Aired 6/30/2018
In the Season 18 finale, Bridget and Julia make pub-style steak and ale pie, Keith Dresser makes Boston brown bread, and Adam Ried reveals his top pick for knife blocks.
#5 - Elegant Desserts
Season 18 - Episode 25 - Aired 6/23/2018
Julia and Bridget uncover the secrets to millionaire's shortbread. Adam Ried reveals his top pick for serrated knives, and Elle Simone makes the ultimate gateau Breton with apricot filling.
#6 - To Meat or Not to Meat (Sauce)
Season 18 - Episode 24 - Aired 6/16/2018
Bridget and Julia make tagliatelle with bolognese sauce. Jack Bishop challenges Bridget to a tasting of crushed tomatoes, Dan Souza explains why you cannot overcook mushrooms, and then Becky Hays makes the ultimate meatless "meat" sauce.
#7 - Summer Cookout
Season 18 - Episode 23 - Aired 6/9/2018
Dan Souza makes perfect spice-rubbed chicken drumsticks on the grill. Adam Ried reveals his top pick for baking peels, and Erin McMurrer makes New England baked beans.
#8 - Chinese Classics
Season 18 - Episode 22 - Aired 6/2/2018
Bridget and Julia reveal the secrets to making Chinese barbecued pork. Adam Ried reveals his top picks for wire racks and rimmed baking sheets, and then Dan Souza makes Sichuan braised tofu with beef.
#9 - Pork Chops and Corn Fritters, Perfected
Season 18 - Episode 21 - Aired 5/26/2018
Julia and Bridget uncover the secrets to perfect pan-seared thick-cut boneless pork chops. Jack Bishop challenges Julia to a tasting of white wine vinegar, and then Keith Dresser makes foolproof corn fritters.
#10 - Spicing Up the Grill
Season 18 - Episode 20 - Aired 5/19/2018
Julia and Bridget uncover the secrets to making Thai grilled Cornish hens with chili dipping sauce. Jack Bishop challenges Julia to a tasting of tahini, Lisa McManus reviews grill tongs, and Dan Souza makes the ultimate grilled pita stuffed with lamb.
#11 - Grilled Steak and Fruit Tart
Season 18 - Episode 19 - Aired 5/12/2018
Dan Souza makes grill-smoked and herb-rubbed flat iron steaks, and then Jack Bishop taste tests mascarpone. Adam Ried reveals his pick for tart pans, Dan Souza explains the science of salting, and then Elle Simone makes a fresh fruit tart.
#12 - Vibrant Mediterranean Cooking
Season 18 - Episode 18 - Aired 5/5/2018
Dan Souza makes foolproof swordfish skewers with tomato-scallion caponata on the grill. Jack Bishop challenges Julia to a tasting of feta, and then Becky Hays makes a vibrant Mediterranean favorite: Egyptian barley salad.
#13 - Simple Chinese Staples
Season 18 - Episode 17 - Aired 4/28/2018
Julia and Bridget uncover the secrets to three cup chicken. Then, Jack Bishop challenges Julia to a tasting of firm tofu, and Keith Dresser makes a refreshing recipe for smashed cucumbers.
#14 - Weeknight Japanese Suppers
Season 18 - Episode 15 - Aired 4/14/2018
Julia and Bridget uncover the secrets to crispy pan-fried chicken cutlets. In the Equipment Corner, Adam Ried reveals his top santoku knives, Dan Souza demystifies the science of radiant heat, and then Keith Dresser makes perfect miso-marinated salmon.
#15 - Grown Up Comfort Classics
Season 18 - Episode 1 - Aired 1/6/2018
The Season 18 premiere shares secrets to simple stovetop macaroni and cheese; and shows how to make turkey meatloaf with ketchup-brown sugar glaze..Also: large saucepans; lid holders; and the proper way to use a whisk.
#16 - Mexican Dinner Party
Season 18 - Episode 13 - Aired 3/31/2018
Hosts Bridget Lancaster and Julia Collin Davison uncover the secrets to the ultimate Tamales with Red Chicken Chile filling. Finally, test cook Dan Souza makes Julia perfect Chorizo and Potato Tacos.
#17 - Italian Seafood Suppers
Season 18 - Episode 12 - Aired 3/24/2018
Hosts Bridget Lancaster and Julia Collin Davison uncover the secrets to making perfect Linguine allo Scoglio. Next, equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his top pick for manual pasta machines. Then, gadget critic Lisa McManus reviews restaurant tools that every home cook should use. Finally, test cook Becky Hays makes Bridget an Italian classic—Tuscan Shrimp and Beans.
#18 - Diner-Style Favorites with a Twist
Season 18 - Episode 11 - Aired 3/17/2018
Hosts Julia Collin Davison and Bridget Lancaster uncover the secrets to making the ultimate Italian-Style Turkey Meatballs. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried reviews dry storage containers in the equipment corner. Next, science expert Dan Souza reveals the science behind kale’s unique flavor. Finally, test cook Becky Hays makes Julia the perfect Kale Caesar Salad.
#19 - Pressure Cooker Perfection
Season 18 - Episode 10 - Aired 3/10/2018
Test cook Becky Hays makes host Julia Collin Davison the fastest-ever Farmhouse Chicken Noodle Soup in the pressure cooker. Then, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges host Bridget Lancaster to a tasting of Gruyere. Next, science expert Dan Souza reveals the science behind pressure cookers. Finally, test cook Elle Simone makes Bridget the perfect Pressure-Cooker Pot Roast.
#20 - Soup for Dinner
Season 18 - Episode 9 - Aired 3/3/2018
Test cook Dan Souza and host Julia Collin Davison make Chicken Bouillabaisse, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Bridget to a tasting of cinnamon, and then Julia and Bridget uncover the secrets to Avgolemono.
#21 - Just Add Apples
Season 18 - Episode 8 - Aired 2/24/2018
Test cook Erin McMurrer and host Bridget Lancaster make the ultimate Apple Strudel. In the Equipment Corner, expert Adam Ried reveals his top pick for Bundt Pans, and then Julia and Bridget uncover the secrets to the perfect Cider-Glazed Apple Bundt Cake.
#22 - Vegan for Everyone
Season 18 - Episode 7 - Aired 2/17/2018
Test cook Becky Hays makes Julia the ultimate Vegan Pinto Bean-Beet Burger, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Bridget to a tasting of vegan mayo, and gadget critic Lisa McManus reviews spiralizers. Finally, test cook Elle Simone makes perfect Buffalo Cauliflower Bites
#23 - Modern Weeknight Meals
Season 18 - Episode 6 - Aired 2/10/2018
Modern Weeknight Meals Test cook Becky Hays makes Bridget the perfect One-Hour Broiled Chicken and Pan Sauce. In the Equipment Corner, expert Adam Ried reviews blenders, and then test cook Tim Chin wraps up the episode by making Julia the ultimate Modern Cauliflower Gratin.
#24 - All Chocolate, All the Time
Season 18 - Episode 4 - Aired 1/27/2018
In this episode, Bridget and Julia uncover the secrets to making the perfect Boston Cream Pie. In the Equipment Corner, expert Adam Ried reviews Silicone Spatulas, and then test cook Erin McMurrer makes the ultimate Chocolate Sheet Cake with Milk Chocolate Frosting
#25 - How to Roast Everything
Season 18 - Episode 3 - Aired 1/20/2018
Bridget and Julia teach viewers how to make the ultimate Beef Tenderloin with Smoky Potatoes and Persillade Relish. Tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Bridget to a turkey tasting. Gadget critic Lisa McManus reviews fat separators, and then test cook Dan Souza makes Turkey Breast en Cocotte with Pan Gravy.