The BEST episodes of America's Test Kitchen season 22
Every episode of America's Test Kitchen season 22, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of America's Test Kitchen season 22!
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 - Pork Chops and Blondies
Season 22 - Episode 21 - Aired 7/2/2022
Test cook Keith Dresser and host Julia Collin Davison reveal the secrets to the perfect Mustardy Apple Butter-Glazed Pork Chops. Testing expert Jack Bishop challenges hosts Bridget Lancaster and Julia to a white chocolate chip tasting, and Lisa reviews grill spatulas. Bridget and Julia reveal the secrets to Browned Butter Blondies.
#2 - Starring: Tomatoes
Season 22 - Episode 23 - Aired 7/16/2022
Test cook Elle Simone Scott makes host Bridget Lancaster a showstopping Upside-Down Tomato Tart. Testing expert Jack Bishop reviews a variety of tomatoes. Test cook Becky Hays and host Julia Collin Davison make a beautiful Horiatiki Salata (Hearty Greek Salad).
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#3 - Perfectly Fried Seafood
Season 22 - Episode 18 - Aired 5/28/2022
In this episode, hosts Julia Collin Davison and Bridget Lancaster make the ultimate Crispy Fish Sandwiches with Tartar Sauce. Equipment expert Adam Ried shares with Julia his top picks for pepper mills, and testing expert Jack Bishop challenges Bridget and Julia to a horseradish tasting. Science expert Dan Souza explains the science behind solidifying fry oil. Test cook Keith Dresser makes Julia showstopping Rhode Island-Style Fried Calamari.
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#4 - Italian Bites
Season 22 - Episode 17 - Aired 4/30/2022
Hosts Julia Collin Davison and Bridget Lancaster reveal the secrets to a foolproof Spinach and Ricotta Gnudi with Tomato-Butter Sauce. Equipment expert Adam Ried shares with Julia his top picks for utensil crocks, and science expert Dan Souza explains the science behind tempered chocolate. Bridget makes Julia classic Baci di Dama (Italian Hazelnut Cookies).
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#5 - Breakfast With a Kick
Season 22 - Episode 15 - Aired 4/16/2022
In this breakfast-themed episode, test cook Lan Lam prepares Egg, Kimchi, and Avocado Sandwiches with host Julia Collin Davison. Equipment expert Adam Ried shares with host Bridget Lancaster his top picks for Gooseneck Kettles, and gadget critic Lisa McManus reveals innovative ways to keep coffee warm. Test cook Elle Simone Scott makes show stopping Spanish Migas with Fried Eggs.
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#6 - Ode to Armenia
Season 22 - Episode 14 - Aired 4/9/2022
Hosts Bridget Lancaster and Julia Collin Davison make classic Lahmajun (Armenian Flatbread). Testing expert Jack Bishop reviews lentils, and gadget critic Lisa McManus gives her top pick for bowl scrapers. Test cook Dan Souza makes a foolproof Vospov Kofte (Red Lentil Kofte) with host Bridget Lancaster.
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#7 - Vindaloo and Chana Masala
Season 22 - Episode 12 - Aired 3/26/2022
Hosts Julia Collin Davison and Bridget Lancaster reveal the secrets to Goan Pork Vindaloo. Equipment expert Adam Ried shares with host Julia Collin Davison his top picks for rice cookers, and gadget critic Lisa McManus reviews electric can openers. Test cook Dan Souza prepares Julia Chana Masala.
#8 - Shareable Spanish Fare
Season 22 - Episode 10 - Aired 3/12/2022
In this episode, test cook Keith Dresser shows host Bridget Lancaster how to make Albondigas en Salsa Almendras (Spanish-Style Meatballs in Almond Sauce). Science expert Dan Souza reveals the science behind energy transference in liquids. Equipment expert Adam Ried reviews meat pounders. Test cook Becky Hays shows host Julia Collin Davison how to make Espinacas Con Garbanzos (Andalusian Spinach and Chickpeas).
#9 - Shrimp, Fast and Slow
Season 22 - Episode 7 - Aired 2/19/2022
Test cook Keith Dresser shows host Julia Collin Davison the secrets to Pan-Seared Shrimp with Peanuts, Black Pepper, and Lime. Equipment expert Adam Ried shares his top picks for petty and utility knives. Test cook Elle Simone Scott makes host Bridget Lancaster a no-fuss Shrimp Risotto.
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#10 - Jewish Baking
Season 22 - Episode 6 - Aired 2/12/2022
Test cook Lan Lam makes host Bridget Lancaster Easy-Braid Challah. Testing expert Jack Bishop gives a flour primer. Test cook Erin McMurrer and host Julia Collin Davison make Crescent-Shaped Rugelach with Raisin-Walnut Filling.
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#11 - Bulgogi and Bokkeumbap
Season 22 - Episode 5 - Aired 2/5/2022
Test Cook Dan Souza and host Bridget Lancaster unlock the secrets to Beef Bulgogi (Korean Marinated Beef). Testing expert Jack Bishop reviews sesame products and their uses. Test cook Keith Dresser shows host Julia Colin Davinson a recipe for Kimchi Bokkeumbap (Kimchi Fried Rice).
#12 - Plant-Based Perfection
Season 22 - Episode 2 - Aired 1/15/2022
Test cook Becky Hays makes host Bridget Lancaster the ultimate Cauliflower and Bean Paella. Tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges host Julia Collin Davison to tasting meat-free burgers. Test cook Elle Simone Scott makes Julia showstopping Vegan Baja-Style Cauliflower Tacos.
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#13 - Turkey Two Ways
Season 22 - Episode 1 - Aired 1/8/2022
Host Bridget Lancaster makes host Julia Collin Davison Turkey Thigh Confit with Citrus-Mustard Sauce. Tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Bridget and Julia to a tasting of cranberry sauce. Test cook Becky Hays makes Bridget the perfect Skillet Turkey Burgers.
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#14 - Chinese Noodles and Meatballs
Season 22 - Episode 19 - Aired 6/18/2022
Test cook Lan Lam cooks host Bridget Lancaster Dan Dan Mian (Sichuan Noodles with Chili Sauce and Pork). Equipment expert Adam Ried shares with host Julia Collin Davison his top picks for mortars and pestles. Test cook Dan Souza and Julia make comforting Shîzi Tóu (Lion’s Head Meatballs).
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#15 - Irish Staples
Season 22 - Episode 9 - Aired 3/5/2022
Hosts Bridget Lancaster and Julia Collin Davison reveal the secrets to the classic Irish Stew with Carrots and Turnips. Equipment expert Adam Ried shares with Julia his top picks for All-In-One Machines. Test cook Erin McMurrer makes Bridget a wholesome Irish Brown Soda Bread.
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#16 - Unexpected Salads
Season 22 - Episode 26 - Aired 8/6/2022
Broccoli Salad with Creamy Avocado Dressing; Roasted Radishes with Yogurt-Tahini Sauce; Watermelon Salad with Cotija and Serrano Chiles.
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#17 - Pupusas and Yuca
Season 22 - Episode 25 - Aired 7/30/2022
Test cook Dan Souza and host Julia Collin Davison make Pupusas with Curtido. Equipment expert Adam Ried shares with host Bridget Lancaster his top picks for soda makers. Test cook Elle Simone Scott makes Bridget Fried Yuca.
#18 - Summer Decadence
Season 22 - Episode 24 - Aired 7/23/2022
Hosts Bridget Lancaster and Julia Collin Davison make a show-stopping Fresh Peach Pie with All-Butter Lattice Top. Testing expert Jack Bishop talks all about sugar.
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#19 - French Chicken and Potatoes
Season 22 - Episode 3 - Aired 1/22/2022
In this episode, test cook Erin McMurrer makes host Julia Collin Davison a foolproof Poulet au Vinaigre (Chicken with Vinegar). Equipment expert Adam Ried reviews meat pounders. Test cook Keith Dresser shows host Bridget Lancaster how to make the best Tourte Aux Pommes de Terre (French Potato Tart).
#20 - Springtime Feast
Season 22 - Episode 13 - Aired 4/2/2022
In this episode, test cook Elle Simone Scott makes host Julia Collin Davison Spiral Sliced Ham Glazed with Cider-Vinegar Caramel. Equipment expert Adam Ried shares with Julia his top picks for mandolines, and science expert Dan Souza explains the science behind the sounds of texture. Test cook Lan Lam makes host Bridget Lancaster Patatas Panaderas (Spanish Potatoes with Olive Oil and Wine).
#21 - Holiday Dessert and Salad
Season 22 - Episode 11 - Aired 3/19/2022
Test cook Lan Lam makes host Bridget Lancaster a show stopping Cranberry Curd Tart with Almond Crust. Testing expert Jack Bishop challenges host Julia Collin Davison to a blue cheese tasting, and gadget critic Lisa McManus reviews the best green gear in a round-up. Test cook Keith Dresser makes Julia a Wheat Berry Salad with Radicchio, Dried Cherries, and Pecans.
#22 - Italian-Inspired Dinners
Season 22 - Episode 8 - Aired 2/26/2022
Test cook Dan Souza shows host Julia Collin Davison how to make the perfect Braciole. Testing expert Jack Bishop reviews angel hair pasta, and gadget critic Lisa McManus gives her top pick for scrubs brushes. Julia makes host Bridget Lancaster the perfect Pasta with Burst Cherry Tomato Sauce and Fried Caper Crumbs.
#23 - Quick Fish Dinners
Season 22 - Episode 16 - Aired 4/23/2022
Test Cook Dan Souza makes host Bridget Lancaster a classic Sauteed Tilapia with Chive-Lemon Miso Butter. Testing expert Jack Bishop reviews Italian pastas, and equipment expert Adam Ried shares with host Julia Collin Davison his top picks for food processors. Test cook Becky Hays and Julia prepare Pesce all’acqua Pazza (Southern Italian-Style Poached Fish).
#24 - Flavor-Packed Chicken Dinner
Season 22 - Episode 22 - Aired 7/9/2022
Hosts Julia Collin Davison and Bridget Lancaster teach viewers how to make Broiled Chicken with Gravy. Equipment expert Adam Ried shares with Bridget his top picks for toaster ovens, and gadget critic Lisa McManus shares her picks for the best toaster oven gear. Test cook Dan Souza shows Julia a simplified recipe for Skillet Roasted Broccoli.
#25 - Prime Rib and Popovers
Season 22 - Episode 4 - Aired 1/29/2022
Hosts Bridget Lancaster and Julia Collin Davison make the ultimate Sous Vide Prime Rib with Mint Persillade. Equipment expert Adam Ried reviews vacuum sealers. Julia makes Bridget foolproof Popovers.