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America's Test Kitchen Season 18 Episodes
Season 18 Episode Guide
26 Episodes 2018 - 2018
Episode 1
Grown Up Comfort Classics
Sat, Jan 6, 201825 mins
Hosts Bridget Lancaster and Julia Collin Davison unlock the secrets to Simple Stovetop Macaroni and Cheese. Test cook Becky Hays makes the perfect Turkey Meatloaf with Ketchup Brown Sugar Glaze.
Episode 2
Flavors of Thailand
Sat, Jan 13, 201824 mins
Bridget and Julia unlock the secrets to Everyday Pad Thai. Gadget critic Lisa McManus reveals the results of fire extinguisher testing, and test cook Elle Simone makes the ultimate Panang Beef Curry.
Episode 3
How to Roast Everything
Sat, Jan 20, 201824 mins
Bridget and Julia teach viewers how to make Beef Tenderloin with Smoky Potatoes and Persillade Relish. Gadget critic Lisa McManus reviews fat separators, and then test cook Dan Souza makes Turkey Breast en Cocotte with Pan Gravy.
Episode 4
All Chocolate, All the Time
Sat, Jan 27, 201824 mins
In this episode, Bridget and Julia uncover the secrets to making the perfect Boston Cream Pie. Test cook Erin McMurrer makes the ultimate Chocolate Sheet Cake with Milk Chocolate Frosting.
Episode 5
Ultimate Italian
Mon, Feb 5, 201824 mins
Test cook Dan Souza makes host Bridget Lancaster an Italian classic-Porchetta. Next, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges host Julia Collin Davison to a tasting of ricotta. Gadget critic Lisa McManus reviews wine coolers, and test cook Erin McMurrer uncovers the secrets to Parmesan Farrotto.
Episode 6
Modern Weeknight Meals
Sat, Feb 10, 201824 mins
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 show by making Julia the ultimate Modern Cauliflower Gratin.
Episode 7
Vegan for Everyone
Sat, Feb 17, 201824 mins
Test cook Becky Hays makes Julia the ultimate Vegan Pinto Bean-Beet Burger. Jack Bishop challenges Bridget to a tasting of vegan mayo, and test cook Elle Simone makes the perfect Buffalo Cauliflower Bites!
Episode 8
Just Add Apples
Sat, Feb 24, 201824 mins
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.
Episode 9
Soup for Dinner
Sat, Mar 3, 201824 mins
Test cook Dan Souza makes Julia the ultimate Chicken Bouillabaisse. Julia and Bridget uncover the secret to the perfect Greek Chicken and Rice Soup with Egg and Lemon (Avgolemomo).
Episode 10
Pressure Cooker Perfection
Sat, Mar 10, 201824 mins
Test cook Becky Hays makes Julia the fastest-ever Farmhouse Chicken Noodle Soup in the pressure cooker. Science expert Dan Souza reveals the science behind pressure cookers, and test cook Elle Simone makes Pressure-Cooker Pot Roast.
Episode 11
Diner-Style Favorites with a Twist
Sat, Mar 17, 201824 mins
Julia and Bridget uncover the secrets to making the ultimate Italian-style Turkey Meatballs. In the equipment corner, expert Adam Ried reviews dry storage containers. Test cook Becky Hays makes the perfect Kale Caesar Salad.
Episode 12
Italian Seafood Suppers
Sat, Mar 24, 201824 mins
Bridget and Julia uncover the secrets to making the perfect Linguine allo Scoglio. Equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his top pick for manual pasta machines. Test cook Becky Hays makes an Italian Classic - Tuscan Shrimp and Beans.
Episode 13
Mexican Dinner Party
Sat, Mar 31, 201824 mins
In this episode, Bridget and Julia uncover the secrets to the ultimate Tamales with Red Chicken Chili. Equipment expert Adam Ried reviews cocktail shakers, and test cook Dan Souza makes perfect Chorizo and Potato Tacos.
Episode 14
Mediterranean Sweets
Sat, Apr 7, 201824 mins
Test cook Dan Souza makes host Bridget Lancaster the ultimate Olive Oil Cake. Finally, Julia and Bridget uncover the secrets to making foolproof Baklava at home.
Episode 15
Weeknight Japanese Suppers
Sat, Apr 14, 201824 mins
Hosts Julia Collin Davison and Bridget Lancaster uncover the secrets to a Japanese favorite - Crispy Pan-Fried Chicken Cutlets. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his top for Santoku knives. Finally, test cook Keith Dresser makes Bridget perfect Miso-Marinated Salmon.
Episode 16
Brunch at Home
Sat, Apr 21, 201826 mins
Hosts Bridget Lancaster and Julia Collin Davison uncover the secrets to making foolproof Eggs Benedict at home. Next, equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his top pick for espresso machines. Finally, test cook Dan Souza makes Julia a show-stopping German Pancake.
Episode 17
Simple Chinese Staples
Sat, Apr 28, 201824 mins
In this episode, Julia and Bridget uncover the secrets to Three Cup Chicken - a Chinese staple. Then, test cook Keith Dresser makes a refreshing recipe for Smashed Cucumbers.
Episode 18
Vibrant Mediterranean Cooking
Wed, Apr 25, 201824 mins
Test cook Dan Souza makes Bridget foolproof Swordfish Skewers with Tomato-Scallion Caponata on the grill. Jack Bishop challenges Julia to a tasting of feta, and then test cook Becky Hays makes a vibrant favorite - Egyptian Barley Salad.
Episode 19
Grilled Steak and Fruit Tart
Sat, May 12, 201824 mins
Test cook Dan Souza makes host Julia Collin Davison perfect Grill-Smoked and Herb-Rubbed Flat Iron Steaks. Then, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges host Bridget Lancaster to a tasting of Mascarpone. Finally, test cook Elle Simone makes Bridget the ultimate Fresh Fruit Tart.
Episode 20
Spicing up the Grill
Sat, May 19, 2018
Hosts Julia Collin Davison and Bridget Lancaster uncover the secrets to perfecting a Thai delicacy at home-Thai Grilled Cornish Hens with Chili Dipping Sauce. Then, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Julia to a tasting of Tahini. Next, gadget critic Lisa McManus reviews grill tongs. And finally, test cook Dan Souza makes Bridget the ultimate Grilled Pita Stuffed with Lamb.
Episode 21
Pork Chops and Corn Fritters, Perfected
Mon, Mar 26, 201824 mins
Julia and Bridget uncover the secrets to making perfect Pan-Seared Thick-Cut Boneless Pork Chops, and tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Julia to a tasting of white wine vinegar. Finally, test cook Keith Dresser makes Corn Fritters.
Episode 22
Chinese Classics
Sat, Jun 2, 201824 mins
Hosts Bridget Lancaster and Julia Collin Davison reveal the secrets to making the ultimate Chinese Barbecued Pork at home. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his top picks for wire racks and rimmed baking sheets. Finally, test cook Dan Souza makes Julia a perfect recipe for Sichuan Braised Tofu with Beef (Mapo Tofu).
Episode 23
Summer Cookout
Sat, Jun 9, 201824 mins
Test cook Dan Souza makes host Julia Collin Davison perfect Spice-Rubbed Chicken Drumsticks on the grill. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his top pick for Baking Peels. Next, science expert Dan Souza demystifies the science of radiant heat. Finally, test cook Erin McMurrer makes host Bridget Lancaster the ultimate New England Baked Beans.
Episode 24
To Meat or Not to Meat (Sauce)
Sat, Jun 16, 201824 mins
Hosts Bridget Lancaster and Julia Collin Davison uncover the secrets to making a weeknight-friendly recipe for Tagliatelle with Bolognese Sauce. Test cook Becky Hays makes the ultimate Meatless "Meat" Sauce.
Episode 25
Elegant Desserts
Sat, Jun 23, 201824 mins
Julia and Bridget uncover the secrets to a decadent bar and cookie recipe - Millionaire's Shortbread. Equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his top pick for serrated knives, and test cook Elle Simone makes Gateau Breton with Apricot Filling.
Episode 26
Pub-Style Favorites, Revisited
Sat, Jun 30, 201824 mins
Hosts Julia Collin Davison and Bridget Lancaster uncover the secrets to making the ultimate Pub-Style Steak and Ale Pie at home. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his top pick for knife blocks. Finally, test cook Keith Dresser makes Bridget perfect Boston Brown Bread.