The BEST episodes of Cook's Country season 18
Every episode of Cook's Country season 18, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Cook's Country season 18!
A team of cooks travel the country and scour the history books to find the very best traditional and contemporary American dishes, then bring them back to the test kitchen and develop practical, approachable recipes.
#1 - Chinese Noodles and Egg Rolls
Season 18 - Episode 16 - Aired 1/31/2026
Test cook Kelly Song makes host Julia Collin Davison Shanghai Scallion Oil Noodles. Toni Tipton-Martin shares the story of Grace Young and her work supporting Chinatowns across America. And test cook Lawman Johnson makes host Bridget Lancaster American-Style Egg Rolls.
#2 - Bar Snacks, Perfected
Season 18 - Episode 5 - Aired 10/18/2025
Test cook Morgan Bolling makes Indoor Barbecued Ribs for host Julia Collin Davison. Equipment expert Hannah Crowley reviews panini presses. Toni Tipton-Martin shares the origins of jalapeño poppers, and test cook Lawman Johnson shows host Bridget Lancaster how to make them in the air fryer.
#3 - Southern Sandwiches
Season 18 - Episode 6 - Aired 10/25/2025
Test cook Lawman Johnson makes host Julia Collin Davison the ultimate Pickle-Brined Fried Chicken Sandwich. Tasting expert Jack Bishop takes a deep dive into cucumbers. Toni Tipton-Martin shares the story behind MoonPies. Test cook Morgan Bolling shows host Bridget Lancaster how to make Chocolate-Marshmallow Sandwich Cookies
#4 - Jewish Donuts and Potatoes
Season 18 - Episode 10 - Aired 11/22/2025
Test cook Morgan Bolling makes Sufganiyot (Hanukkah Jelly Doughnuts) for host Julia Collin Davison. Toni Tipton-Martin shares the importance of schmaltz in Jewish cuisine. Equipment expert Hannah Crowley takes host Bridget Lancaster through a lineup of leave-in temperature probes. And test cook Ashley Moore makes Bridget Cast Iron Potato Kugel.
#5 - Greens for Dinner
Season 18 - Episode 12 - Aired 1/3/2026
Test cook Christie Morrison prepares a Pesto Lasagna for host Bridget Lancaster. Equipment expert Hannah Crowley reviews electric wine openers. Toni Tipton-Martin takes us through the history of lasagna. And test cook Morgan Bolling makes host Julia Collin Davison the Ultimate Caesar Salad.
#6 - Upper Midwest Classics
Season 18 - Episode 13 - Aired 1/10/2026
Test cook Bryan Roof travels to Wisconsin where he explores their supper club traditions and then makes host Julia Collin Davison Supper Club Chicken Cordon Bleu. And test cook Christie Morrison makes host Bridget Lancaster Cornish Pasties.
#7 - Glazed Pork and Potatoes
Season 18 - Episode 15 - Aired 1/24/2026
Test cook Bryan Roof makes a juicy Honey-Glazed Pork Shoulder for host Bridget Lancaster. Tasting expert Jack Bishop explores the world of sheep’s-milk cheeses. Toni Tipton-Martin shares the Welsh tradition of celebrating the leek, and test cook Ashley Moore makes host Julia Collin Davison Creamy Potatoes and Leeks.
#8 - Sweet and Savory Brunch
Season 18 - Episode 19 - Aired 4/4/2026
Test cook Christie Morrison bakes up some comforting Conchas for host Bridget Lancaster. Tasting expert Jack Bishop talks egg substitutes. Test cook Morgan Bolling prepares Skillet Eggs Sardou for host Toni Tipton-Martin.
#9 - Chips on the Menu
Season 18 - Episode 4 - Aired 10/11/2025
Test cook Ashley Moore makes host Bridget Lancaster Frito Pie. Tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Bridget to a tasting of nonalcoholic beer. Toni Tipton-Martin shares the story of the Potato Chip Queen of the West. And test cook Morgan Bolling whips up Chocolate-Dipped Potato Chip Cookies for host Julia Collin Davison.
#10 - From Texas, with Love
Season 18 - Episode 22 - Aired 4/25/2026
Test cook Bryan Roof hits the road to Lockhart, Texas, where he explores its barbecuing traditions, and then cooks up some Barbecued Chuck Roast for host Bridget Lancaster. Toni Tipton-Martin shares the origins of ranch dressing. And test cook Kelly Song prepares a delightful Tomatillo and Bibb Lettuce Salad with Tomatillo Ranch for host Julia Collin Davison.
#11 - When Southern Women Cook
Season 18 - Episode 17 - Aired 2/7/2026
Aunt Jules' pie; Louisiana-style hot sauces; Gullah Lowcountry red rice.
#12 - Chocolate Baked Delights
Season 18 - Episode 7 - Aired 11/1/2025
Test cook Ashley Moore bakes delicious Double-Chocolate Banana Bread for host Julia Collin Davison. Toni Tipton-Martin talks about the history of bananas in the United States and the recipes that came from them. Equipment expert Hannah Crowley reviews cold-brew coffee makers, and test cook Christie Morrison makes host Bridget Lancaster Chocolate Brownie Cookies.
#13 - Georgia Food on My Mind
Season 18 - Episode 1 - Aired 9/20/2025
Test cook Bryan Roof visits the shores of Brunswick, Georgia, and shares his version of Coastal Georgia Paella with host Toni Tipton-Martin. And test cook Morgan Bolling makes host Bridget Lancaster Peach Ripple Ice Cream.
#14 - Portuguese Baking
Season 18 - Episode 2 - Aired 9/27/2025
Test cook Bryan Roof goes to Fall River, Massachusetts, and learns how to make Portuguese Pastéis de Nata (Portuguese Custard Tarts). And tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges host Julia Collin Davison to a tasting of canned diced tomatoes.
#15 - Italian-American Feast
Season 18 - Episode 3 - Aired 10/4/2025
Test cook Morgan Bolling makes host Bridget Lancaster the ultimate Porchetta Abruzzese. Toni Tipton-Martin talks about pig farming in early North America. Tasting expert Jack Bishop talks all about hardy greens. And test cook Christie Morrison prepares a Quick-Braised Broccoli Rabe with Garlic and Anchovies for host Julia Collin Davison.
#16 - New England Sandwiches
Season 18 - Episode 8 - Aired 11/8/2025
Test cook Ashley Moore makes Jitto’s-Style Steak Bombs for host Bridget Lancaster. Tasting expert Jack Bishop reviews the world of squash. Toni Tipton-Martin shares the origins of different sandwich names. And test cook Bryan Roof hits the road to Brookline and makes host Julia Collin Davison a Cutty’s-Inspired Eggplant Spuckie.
#17 - Feast of the Seven Fishes
Season 18 - Episode 11 - Aired 12/13/2025
Test cook Ashley Moore makes festive Clams Casino for host Julia Collin Davison. And test cook Bryan Roof prepares a flavorful Seafood Risotto with Shrimp, Mussels, and Squid for host Toni Tipton-Martin.
#18 - Inspiring Shrimp Suppers
Season 18 - Episode 14 - Aired 1/17/2026
Test cook Morgan Bolling makes host Toni Tipton-Martin Shrimp with Garlic and Jalapeño Butter. Equipment expert Hannah Crowley reviewed Swedish dishcloths. And test cook Christie Morrison makes Zephyr Wright–Inspired Shrimp Curry for host Julia Collin Davison.
#19 - Cajun Cooking
Season 18 - Episode 18 - Aired 2/14/2026
Test cook Bryan Roof journeys to New Orleans where he explores its rich culinary traditions and prepares decadent Rillons for host Julia Collin Davison. Test cook Lidey Heuck makes Cajun Meatball Fricasse for host Bridget Lancaster.
#20 - Mediterranean Burgers and Fritters
Season 18 - Episode 20 - Aired 4/11/2026
Test cook Morgan Bolling grills up some Lamb Burgers for host Bridget Lancaster. Equipment expert Hannah Crowley and host Julia Collin Davison talk about grill cookware. And test cook Christie Morrison makes Sweet Potato Fritters with Feta, Dill, and Cilantro for Julia.
#21 - Tucson Tacos and Tomatillos
Season 18 - Episode 21 - Aired 4/18/2026
Test cook Bryan Roof travels to Tucson for some tasty tacos and makes host Bridget Lancaster smoky Mesquite-Grilled Tacos Rasurados. And equipment expert Hannah Crowley reviews portable burners.
#22 - Elevated Friendsgiving Mains
Season 18 - Episode 9 - Aired 11/15/2025
Test cook Bryan Roof prepares Slow-Roasted Ducks with Blackberry Sauce for host Toni Tipton-Martin. Tasting expert Jack Bishop breaks down the best uses for different tinned fish. And test cook Lawman Johnson makes a rich Bean Bourguignon for host Julia Collin Davison.
#23 - Spring Dinner and Dessert
Season 18 - Episode 23 - Aired 5/2/2026
Test cook Morgan Bolling makes Grilled Brined Pork Chops with Garlic-Herb Oil for host Julia Collin Davison. Equipment expert Hannah Crowley reviews ceramic skillets. And test cook Ashley Moore whips up some seasonal Rhubarb Shortcakes with Buttermilk Whipped Cream for host Bridget Lancaster.