The WORST episodes of Cook's Country
Every episode of Cook's Country ever, ranked from worst to best by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The worst episodes of Cook's Country!
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 - Not Just for Kids
Season 4 - Episode 8 - Aired 11/5/2011
Bridget shows Chris how to make the ultimate Chicken Nuggets at home. Then, Jack challenges Chris to a tasting of yellow mustard. Next, Adam reveals his top picks for broiler-safe cooking dishes. And finally, Julia uncovers the secrets to perfect Tomato Mac and Cheese.
#2 - Southwestern Suppers
Season 3 - Episode 10 - Aired 11/6/2010
We reveal the test kitchen’s secrets to two Southwestern staples: Authentic Beef Enchiladas and Easy Chicken Tacos. Then, Jack Bishop challenges host Chris Kimball to a tasting of Baked Beans, and Chris shares the test kitchen’s top freezer tricks.
#3 - Breakfast Show Stoppers
Season 3 - Episode 11 - Aired 11/13/2010
We update two lost recipes: Monkey Bread and Dutch Baby. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried reviews toasters, and tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges host Chris Kimball to a tasting of decaf coffee.
#4 - Chicken Two Ways
Season 3 - Episode 12 - Aired 11/20/2010
Our Roast Lemon Chicken features real lemon flavor, and our Chicken Parmesan cooks entirely on the stovetop. We’ll demonstrate these two recipes, as well as conduct a tasting of store-bought Chicken Noodle Soup.
#5 - Ultimate Ham Dinner
Season 3 - Episode 13 - Aired 11/27/2010
Join us as we make the best Cider-Baked Ham, then prepare two tasty side dishes: quick and easy Cornmeal Biscuits and classic Delmonico Potatoes. And in the equipment corner, Adam Ried reviews electric knives.
#6 - Roast Beef Dinner
Season 4 - Episode 1 - Aired 9/10/2011
Chris visits the local butcher to learn about top sirloin. Then, Bridget shows Chris how to make affordable Roast Beef and Whipped Potatoes. Next, Chris shares the test kitchen’s tips and techniques for cooking with salt. And finally, Adam reveals his picks for multi-timers.
#7 - Fancy Chicken
Season 4 - Episode 3 - Aired 9/24/2011
Bridget shows Chris how to make the best Chicken Cordon Bleu. Next, Erin demonstrates how to cut a whole chicken. Then, Jack challenges Chris to a tasting of Black Forest deli ham. And finally, Julia uncovers the secrets to perfect Cider-Braised Chicken. Recipes: Foolproof Chicken Cordon Bleu, Apple Cider Chicken Taste Tests: Black Forest Deli Ham
#8 - Tropical Barbecue
Season 4 - Episode 4 - Aired 10/1/2011
Bridget reveals how to make Huli Huli Chicken right at home. Then, Jack challenges Chris to a tasting of reduced-fat potato chips. Next, Adam reveals his top picks for pastry brushes. And finally, Julia uncovers the secrets to perfect Chinese BBQ Spareribs.
#9 - Bayou Classics
Season 4 - Episode 5 - Aired 10/15/2011
Bridget shows Chris how to make the ultimate Gumbo. Then, Jack challenges Chris to a tasting of long-grain white rice. And finally, Julia updates a lost recipe and shows Chris how to make Lane Cake.
#10 - The Chemistry of Cakes
Season 3 - Episode 9 - Aired 10/30/2010
Join us as we make a perfect Lemon Pudding Cake and foolproof Angel Food Cake. Then watch Adam Ried review two vital pieces of kitchen equipment: hand mixers and tube pans.
#11 - Fried Chicken and Biscuits
Season 4 - Episode 9 - Aired 11/12/2011
Chris and Bridget visit Princes in Nashville to try their famous Nashville Hot Chicken. They return to the kitchen determined to replicate the top-secret recipe. Then, Jack challenges Chris to a tasting of whole kosher dill pickles. Next, Adam reveals his top picks for skimmers. And finally, Erin revives a classic recipe for Cat Head Biscuits.
#12 - Road Food at Home
Season 4 - Episode 10 - Aired 1/7/2012
Bridget uncovers the secrets to perfect Slow-Cooker BBQ Brisket. Then, Adam reveals his top picks for slow cookers. Next, Chris visits Harpoon Brewery to discover the best beers for cooking. And finally, Julia shows Chris how to make the ultimate Beer-Battered Onion Rings.
#13 - Autumn Desserts
Season 4 - Episode 11 - Aired 11/19/2011
Bridget reveals the secrets to the ultimate Apple Dumplings. Then, Adam reveals his top picks for cake carriers. Next, Chris learns about the best apple varieties for baking at Saratoga Orchards. And finally, Julia shows Chris how to make Old- Fashioned Pecan Pie.
#14 - Hearty Autumn Dinner
Season 5 - Episode 1 - Aired 9/15/2012
Smothered Pork Chops, a tasting of Breakfast Sausage and perfect Apple Fritters are highlighted.
#15 - Breakfast Breads
Season 5 - Episode 2 - Aired 9/22/2012
Morning Buns, Morning Glory Muffins, muffin tins and a tasting of pancake mix are showcased.
#16 - Dixie Chicken
Season 5 - Episode 3 - Aired 9/29/2012
A recipe for the best Moravian Chicken Pie and a classic recipe for Chicken and Slicks are shared.
#17 - Italian Favorites Revisited
Season 5 - Episode 4 - Aired 10/6/2012
Slow-Cooker Meatballs and Marinara, Spinach Lasagna and a tasting of jarred Spaghetti Sauce.
#18 - Simple Summer Supper
Season 5 - Episode 5 - Aired 10/13/2012
Perfect Steakhouse-Style Steak Tips and the secrets to the ultimate Dill Potato Salad are featured.
#19 - Texas Beef Barbecue
Season 2 - Episode 10 - Aired 11/7/2009
We bring a Texas favorite home—Shredded Barbecued Beef and we pair it with a unique take on a classic side dish: Ranch Potato Salad. Recipes - Shredded Barbecued Beef - Ranch Potato Salad Tasting Lab - Whole Wheat Bread
#20 - Feeding a Crowd, Italian-Style
Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 9/20/2008
Everyone loves Italian food. We share the secrets to making extraordinary meatballs and marinara and the perfect “Sunday gravy”—a slow-simmered sauce with several kinds of meat. Recipes: - Meatballs and Marinara - Italian Sunday Gravy Tasting Lab: - Jarred Pasta Sauce Equipment Corner: - Large Saucepans
#21 - Easy As Pie
Season 1 - Episode 7 - Aired 10/18/2008
Bridget Lancaster explains how to a make foolproof pie crust and then prepares an incredible raspberry chiffon pie. Jack Bishop searches for the best store-bought pie crust. Recipes: - Raspberry Chiffon Pie - No-Fear Pie Crust Tasting Lab: - Pie Crusts
#22 - Regional Chops
Season 1 - Episode 10 - Aired 11/8/2008
Learn to grill double-thick chops and how to give them authentic smoke flavor. The test kitchen also perfects a recipe for whiskey-glazed pork chops. Recipes: - Smoked Double-Thick Pork Chops - Smoked Double-Thick Pork Chops on a Gas Grill - Tennessee-Whiskey Pork Chops Equipment Lab: - Top Kitchen Essentials
#23 - Rise and Shine
Season 2 - Episode 3 - Aired 9/19/2009
Our Ultimate Cinnamon Buns are tender, gooey, and unapologetically large. We also create a better-than-the-box pancake mix that delivers made-from-scratch flavor even faster. Recipes - Ultimate Cinnamon Buns - Better-Than-The-Box Pancake Mix Tasting Lab - Maple and Pancake Syrup Equipment Corner - Stovetop Griddles
#24 - Super Fudgy Cake
Season 2 - Episode 5 - Aired 10/3/2009
We update a Pillsbury Bake-Off classic reengineering the recipe to replace a no-longer-made ingredient. Christopher Kimball also reveals the top test kitchen tips about how to use your oven for baking. Recipes - Tunnel of Fudge Cake Tasting Lab - Boxed Brownie Mixes
#25 - Chili and Cornbread
Season 2 - Episode 6 - Aired 10/10/2009
We’ll reveal the secrets to authentic-tasting Chili con Carne at home and how to make Southern-Style Skillet Cornbread with hearty corn flavor. Recipes - Chili Con Carne - Southern-Style Skillet Corn Bread Equipment Corner - Can Openers