America's Test Kitchen From Cook's Illustrated

Name: America's Test Kitchen From Cook's Illustrated
Genre: Documentary
Released: 2001-08-04
Rating: 6.9
Cast: Julia Collin Davison, Bridget Lancaster, Jack Bishop

RETURNING27 Seasons667 Episodes★ 6.9

America's Test Kitchen From Cook's Illustrated is a documentary series on PBS that premiered in 2001, with 27 seasons and 667 episodes to date. The next episode, Season 27 Episode 7, airs on Oct 31, 2026.

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NetworkPBS

First AiredAug 4, 2001

Last AiredOct 24, 2026

GenreDocumentary

Runtime25 min

LanguageEnglish

CountryUnited States

Equipment reviews, taste tests, and recipes from the test kitchen to the home cook. A team of test cooks that viewers have come to love and trust deconstruct recipes and reveal the test kitchen’s secrets to foolproof cooking at home.

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Cast

Julia Collin Davison

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Bridget Lancaster

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Jack Bishop

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Seasons & Episodes27 seasons · 677 episodes

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E1A Taste of Mexico City

Sep 19, 2026

A new season of America’s Test Kitchen kicks off with a taste of Mexico City. Test cook Lan Lam makes Enchiladas Suizas (Swiss Enchiladas) for host Bridget Lancaster. Tasting expert Jack Bishop talks about black and red rice. And test cook Dan Souza makes Julia Collin Davison a comforting Sopa de Tortilla (Tortilla Soup).

E2Lemon-Braised Chicken and Fattet Hummus

Sep 26, 2026

Test cook Nik Sharma makes Lemon-Braised Chicken with Pearl Couscous, Artichokes, and Chickpeas for host Julia Collin Davison. Equipment expert Hannah Crowley shares the test kitchen’s favorite dish soap. Science expert and test cook Dan Souza reveals the power of evaporative cooling and then makes host Bridget Lancaster Fattet Hummus (Crispy Pita with Garlicky Yogurt and Chickpeas).

E3Apples for Dinner and Dessert

Oct 3, 2026

Test cook Keith Dresser makes Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Apples and Shallots for host Bridget Lancaster. Science expert Dan Souza uses bubbles to show how stabilizers in whipped cream work. Bridget makes the french dessert, Gâteau Invisible with Brown Sugar–Cinnamon Whipped Cream, for host Julia Collin Davison.

E4Tuscan Feast

Oct 10, 2026

Host Julia Collin Davison makes host Bridget Lancaster Pollo al Mattone (Chicken Under a Brick). Equipment expert Hannah Crowley shares the test kitchen’s favorite wine savers. And test cook Aran Goyoaga makes Gluten-Free Zucchini Scarpaccia for Julia.

E5Soup and Bread, the Italian Way

Oct 17, 2026

Test cook Becky Hays makes Our Zuppa Toscana for host Bridget Lancaster. Tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges our hosts to a head to head tasting of white bread. And Bridget makes Light and Airy Focaccia for host Julia Collin Davison.

E6Peruvian Fusions

Oct 24, 2026

Test cook Lan Lam makes Lomo Saltado (Peruvian Beef Stir-Fry) for host Julia Collin Davison. Tasting expert Jack Bishop talks all about chili oil and chili crisp. And test cook Becky Hays makes Tallarines Verdes (Peruvian Green Noodles) for host Bridget Lancaster.

E7Two Pasta ClassicsUPCOMING

Oct 31, 2026

Host Bridget Lancaster makes host Julia Collin Davison Cacio e Pepe. Tasting expert Jack Bishop talks all about packaged pastas. And test cook Erin McMurrer makes Pasta alla Vodka for Bridget.

E8British BakingUPCOMING

Nov 7, 2026

Test cook Joe Gitter makes Banoffee Pie for host Bridget Lancaster. Science expert Dan Souza shares how to use air as an ingredient. And test cook Keith Dresser bakes Browned Butter Shortbread for host Julia Collin Davison.

E9Fresh Takes on Thanksgiving ClassicsUPCOMING

Nov 14, 2026

Hosts Bridget Lancaster and Julia Collin Davison make fresh takes on two Thanksgiving classics. Bridget makes a Maple Roast Turkey Breast, while Julia makes a Sausage and Apple Skillet Stuffing. And tasting expert Jack Bishop talks all about cultured cream.

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E10Elevated Cookies and Carrot CakeUPCOMING

Nov 21, 2026

Test cook Becky Hays makes Levain-Style Chocolate Chip Walnut Cookies for host Bridget Lancaster. Techniquely host Lan Lam shares tips for making cookie dough logs. Science expert Dan Souza shares the science behind inverted sugars. And test cook Aran Goyoaga makes a Gingery Carrot Cake with Pistachios.

E11

E11A Showstopping Holiday FeastUPCOMING

Nov 28, 2026

Host Julia Collin Davison makes host Bridget Lancaster an impressive Garlic-and-Herb Rubbed Pork Crown Roast. Science expert Dan Souza hops in a go-kart to explain carryover cooking. And test cook Nik Sharma makes Squash Agrodolce with Toasted Hazelnuts and Burrata for Julia.

E12

E12Hearty BreakfastUPCOMING

Dec 5, 2026

Test cook Becky Hays makes Chilaquiles Verdes for host Julia Collin Davison. Equipment expert Hannah Crowley reviews Espresso Machines. Techniquely host Lan Lam shares tips to make the perfect bacon. And Test cook Joe Gitter makes Loaded Skillet Hash Browns for host Bridget Lancaster.

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E13Southern SupperUPCOMING

Dec 12, 2026

Test Cook Keith Dresser makes Smoky Chicken, Sausage and Shrimp Gumbo for host Julia Collin Davison. Tasting expert Jack Bishop shares the world of Calabrian chiles. And test cook Becky Hays makes Southern-Style Buttermilk Cornbread for host Bridget Lancaster.

About America's Test Kitchen From Cook's Illustrated

America's Test Kitchen From Cook's Illustrated is a documentary series on PBS. The show first aired on Aug 4, 2001 and currently has 27 seasons and 667 episodes. America's Test Kitchen From Cook's Illustrated is currently airing; the next episode airs on Oct 31, 2026. It has a rating of 6.9/10 based on 13 votes. The cast includes Julia Collin Davison, Bridget Lancaster, Jack Bishop.