Cook's Country

Join us as we re-create two classic cakes from the 1960s. Christopher Kimball shares tips for error-proof baking, and Jack Bishop reveals which milk chocolate won our taste tests.

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.

We make a classic American meal starting with a juicy roast with a rich, meaty gravy.

Bridget Lancaster reveals the test kitchen’s secrets to a perfect lemon meringue pie with a sky-high topping that won’t weep. And Erin McMurrer makes easy Icebox Key Lime Pie with perfect texture and real lime flavor.

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.

Bridget Lancaster updates a classic recipe for Shaker Lemon Pie. Then, Julia Collin-Davison shows host Christopher Kimball how to make Icebox Strawberry Pie with real strawberries. Next, equipment expert Adam Ried reviews pie plates, and finally, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Chris to a tasting of strawberry yogurt.

Bridget Lancaster shows host Christopher Kimball the secrets to the perfectly Glazed Meatloaf and Crunchy Potato Wedges. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried reviews dish towels, and finally, Chris shares the test kitchen’s top tips for avoiding common cooking mistakes.

Bridget Lancaster shows host Christopher Kimballhow to make crispy Pan-Fried Pork chops. Next, equipment expert Adam Ried is reviewing vacuum sealers. And finally, Julia Collin-Davison uncovers the secrets to perfect Pork Pot Roast using a slow cooker.

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

Bridget uncovers the secrets to perfect Lemon Icebox Cheesecake. Then, Jack challenges Chris to a tasting of chocolate ice cream. And finally, Erin updates a lost recipe and shows Chris how to make French Silk Chocolate Pie.

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.

Smothered Pork Chops, a tasting of Breakfast Sausage and perfect Apple Fritters are highlighted.

Morning Buns, Morning Glory Muffins, muffin tins and a tasting of pancake mix are showcased.

A recipe for the best Moravian Chicken Pie and a classic recipe for Chicken and Slicks are shared.

Honey fried chicken; cutting boards; homemade chicken broth; Amish potato salad.

Test cook Bridget Lancaster revives a classic recipe for Crown Roast of Pork. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his top picks for measuring spoons. Next, host Christopher Kimball shares the test kitchen’s top food safety tips. And finally, Bridget shows Chris how to make Parmesan-Crusted Asparagus.

Test cook Erin McMurrer shows host Christopher Kimball how to make the best Peaches and Cream Pie. Next, equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his top picks for rolling pins. Then, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Chris to a tasting of pie crust. And finally, test cook Julia Collin Davison uncovers the secrets to Cream Cheese Pound Cake. Recipes: Peaches and Cream Pie, Cream Cheese Pound Cake Equipment Reviews: Rolling Pins Taste Tests: Ready-Made Pie Crusts

Test cook Bridget Lancaster shows host Christopher Kimball how to make Quicker Cinnamon Buns at home. Next, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Chris to a tasting of frozen orange juice. And finally, test cook Julia Collin Davison uncovers the secrets to “Impossible” Ham-and-Cheese Pie.

Test cook Julia Collin Davison revives a classic recipe, Holiday Strip Roast. Next, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges host Christopher Kimball to a tasting of country ham. Then, test cook Bridget Lancaster shows Chris how to make Olive Oil Potato Gratin. And finally, Chris teaches a cooking class all about olive oil.

Test cook Julia Collin Davison uncovers the secrets to perfect Chocolate Angel Pie. Then, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges host Christopher Kimball to a tasting of processed egg whites. Next, test cook Bridget Lancaster uncovers the secrets to making Black and White Cookies at home. And finally, equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his top picks for cookie sheets.

Test cook Bridget Lancaster shows host Christopher Kimball how to make Frosted Meatloaf at home. Next, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Chris to a tasting of frozen pizzas. And finally, test cook Julia Collin Davison uncovers the secrets to Apple Pie with Cheddar Cheese Crust.

Host Christopher Kimball visits the Dorset Union Store in Dorset, Vermont, where doughnuts are baked fresh daily. Then, test cook Bridget Lancaster uncovers the secrets to making easier Muffin Tin Doughnuts. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his top picks for pod coffee makers. And finally, test cook Julia Collin Davison shows Chris how to make Whole-Wheat Blueberry Muffins.

Test cook Bridget Lancaster shows host Christopher Kimball how to make Skillet Roast Chicken and Potatoes at home. Then, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges host Christopher Kimball to a tasting of brown mustard. Then, Chris shares a test kitchen tip for aerating wine. Next, test cook Julia Collin Davison uncovers the secrets to perfect Brussels Sprout Salad. And finally, Chris teaches a cooking class all about Secret Ingredient Biscuits.

Test cook Julia Collin Davison demonstrates how to make a regional classic, Spicy Cheese Bread. Next, tasting expert Jack Bishop conducts a tasting of sharp cheddar cheese. And finally, test cook Bridget Lancaster uncovers the secrets to Old-Fashioned Vanilla Frozen Custard.

Test cook Bridget Lancaster reveals the secrets to making the ultimate Ranch Fried Chicken at home. Then, test cook Ashley Moore shares the steps for Five Easy Tuna Salads. Next, equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his top picks for potholders. And finally, test cook Erin McMurrer demonstrates how to make perfect Husk-Grilled Corn.

Test cook Julia Collin Davison demonstrates how to make Milk Chocolate Cheesecake at home. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his top picks for cake stands. And finally, test cook Bridget Lancaster uncovers the secrets to the ultimate Swiss Hazelnut Cake.

Hosts Julia Collin Davison and Bridget Lancaster prepare a show-stopping special occasion Cider-Braised Pork Roast. Next, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Bridget to a sauerkraut tasting. Finally, test cook Bryan Roof teaches host Julia Collin Davison the secrets to tackling authentic Pittsburg-style Potato-Cheddar Pierogi at home.

Hosts Bridget Lancaster and Julia Collin Davison uncover the secrets to a Latin classic, Arroz con Pollo. Then, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Bridget to a tasting of store-bought whipped topping. And finally, test cook Christie Morrison reveals the steps for a Florida favorite, Sour Orange Pie.

Test cook Ashley Moore shows host Bridget Lancaster how to tackle Texas-sized, Thick Cut Smoked Pork Chops. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his pick for dry measuring cups. Finally, Julia Collin Davison reveals the secret to achieving the perfect Backyard Barbecue Beans.

Hosts Julia Collin Davison and Bridget Lancaster revive a traditional recipe for Wellesley Fudge Cake. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his top pick for immersion blenders. And finally, test cook Bryan Roof makes Bridget a Southern specialty, Chicken and Pastry.

Hosts Bridget Lancaster and Julia Collin Davison grill up Sausage and Peppers. Then, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Julia to a tasting of whole-wheat sandwich bread. Next, equipment expert Adam Ried reviews disposable plates. And finally, test cook Christie Morrison makes Julia the best Ballpark Pretzels.

Test cook Bryan Roof shows host Julia Collin Davison a top-secret recipe for North Carolina Dipped Fried Chicken. Then, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges host Bridget Lancaster to a tasting of chocolate ice cream. And finally, test cook Ashley Moore makes Bridget a classic version of North Carolina Lemon Pie.

Test cook Bryan Roof makes host Julia Collin Davison a tender and delicious Texas Barbecue Brisket. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried shows host Bridget Lancaster his top pick of coolers. 

Test cook Bryan Roof cooks host Julia Collin Davison a surprising Italian classic: Chicago Thin-Crust Pizza with Homemade Italian Sausage. Next, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges host Bridget Lancaster to a live taste test of jarred pasta sauce. Finally, test cook Lawman Johnson and host Bridget reveal the secrets to a perfect Pasta Fagioli.

Test cook Bryan Roof and host Bridget Lancaster reveal the secrets to making a Southern California classic, Smoked Fish Tacos. Next, equipment expert Adam Ried shows host Julia Collin Davison his top pick of chimney starters. Finally, test cook Christie Morrison makes Julia the perfect Grilled Steak Fajitas.

Test cook Bryan Roof makes host Julia Collin Davison a regional specialty, Monterey Bay Cioppino. Then, test cook Morgan Bolling shows Bridget how to make the ultimate Shrimp Mozambique.

Test cook Lawman Johnson makes host Julia Collin Davison foolproof Grilled Flank Steak with Basil Dressing. Then, test cook Christie Morrison shows host Bridget Lancaster how to make a show-stopping Fresh Tomato Galette.

Test cook Christie Morrison makes host Bridget Lancaster Shashlik-Style Beef Kebabs. Then, test cook Bryan Roof shows host Julia Collin Davison how to make a Georgian specialty, Adjaruli Khachapuri.

Host Bridget Lancaster makes Popcorn Chicken, and Toni Tipton-Martin talks about the snack's inventor. Equipment expert Adam Reid shares his top pick for electric deep fryers. Bryan Roof makes Gobi Manchurian, and Lawman Johnson fries up Crispy Vegetable Fritters.

Host Julia Collin Davison makes Green Goddess Roast Chicken, and Toni Tipton-Martin shares the origins of Green Goddess dressing. Ingredient expert Jack Bishop gives a primer on herbs. Bryan Roof makes Perfect Pesto from the Recipe Box, and Ashley Moore makes Potato, Green Bean and Tomato Salad.

Host Bridget Lancaster makes Mixed Berry Buckle, and Toni Tipton-Martin shares the history of baked fruit desserts. Ingredient expert Jack Bishop talks about thickening agents. Bryan Roof makes the ultimate Strawberry Cheesecake Bars, and Lawman Johnson makes Strawberry-Basil Compote from the Recipe Box.

Lawman Johnson makes host Bridget Lancaster Japanese Steakhouse Steak and Vegetables, and Toni Tipton-Martin discusses the legacy of a Japanese Steakhouse in the US. Adam Ried shares his top picks for cast iron skillets. Bryan Roof makes host Julia Collin Davison Charred Cherry Tomatoes with Bell Peppers and Mozzarella.

Christie Morrison makes host Julia Collin Davison Woodman's-Style Clam Chowder. Tasting expert Jack Bishop explains how to eat oysters at home and Adam reviews inexpensive blenders. Toni Tipton-Martin talks about how to humanely cook lobster, and Ashley Moore cooks host Bridget Lancaster Hot Buttered Lobster Rolls.

Morgan Bolling makes host Julia Collin Davison Okra and Shrimp Stew, and Toni Tipton-Martin shares the story of the Gullah Geechee people. Equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his top picks for lightweight Dutch ovens. Julia makes host Bridget Lancaster Pickled Shrimp.

Bryan Roof visits El Paso, Texas and shares his version of Texas-Style Smoked Beef Ribs with host Bridget Lancaster. Equipment expert Adam Ried shares his top picks for charcoal. Toni Tipton-Martin discusses the history of self-rising flour, and Lawman Johnson makes host Julia Collin Davison Easy Blueberry Cobbler.

Bryan Roof visits San Diego, California and shares his version of San Diego Fish Tacos with host Julia Collin Davison. Tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges host Bridget Lancaster to a tasting of tortilla chips. Toni Tipton-Martin talks about the history of shrimping in America, and Ashley Moore cooks Bridget Crispy Fried Shrimp.

Morgan Bolling makes host Julia Collin Davison Smoked Citrus Chicken, and Toni Tipton-Martin shares the origins of Key Lime Pie. Christie Morrison makes host Bridget Lancaster Really Good Key Lime Pie.

Test Cook Morgan Bolling and host Bridget Lancaster head outside to make North Carolina Barbecue Pork. Equipment expert Adam Ried shares our recommended fire pits for cooking. Test Cook Carmen Dongo makes host Julia Collin Davison Lemonade with Honey.

Bryan Roof visits the Emerald City and grills up Seattle Chicken Teriyaki. Ashley Moore makes Sweet Potato Salad with Cumin, Smoked Paprika, and Almonds. Toni Tipton-Martin tells the inspiring story of Chef Nobu, and hosts Julia Collin Davison and Bridget Lancaster make his famous Miso Black Cod.

Morgan Bolling makes host Julia Collin Davison Smoked Prime Rib and a surprise sandwich with leftovers. Toni Tipton-Martin talks about iconic foods that started as leftovers, and equipment expert Adam Ried shares our recommended grill gloves. Christie Morrison makes Torn Potato Salad with Toasted Garlic and Herb Dressing.

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.

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.

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.