America's Test Kitchen From Cook's Illustrated Season 25, Episode 22: Unexpected Burgers

Pork and Apples

Host Julia Collin Davison makes Bridget Lancaster Spice-Rubbed Pork Roast en Cocotte with Caramelized Onion. Tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Bridget and Julia to a head-to-head tasting of chocolate cake mixes. Test cook Erica Turner makes Julia Double-Apple Bread Pudding.

24 min

Chicken on the Grill

Test cook Dan Souza grills host Bridget Lancaster Peruvian Pollo a la Brasa (Peruvian Grill-Roasted Chicken). Equipment expert Adam Ried reviews countertop ice makers. Test cook Lan Lam makes host Julia Collin Davison Malaysian Grilled Chicken Satay.

24 min

Fall Bounty

Test cook Dan Souza makes host Julia Collin Davison hearty Pot Roast with Root Vegetables. Tasting expert Jack Bishop talks about cooking with apples. Test cook Erin McMurrer makes host Bridget Lancaster a showstopping Salted Caramel Apple Pie.

24 min

The Noodle Show

Test cook Lan Lam makes host Julia Collin Davison a Korean classic, Japchae (Sweet Potato Starch Noodles with Vegetables and Beef). Tasting expert Jack Bishop talks about vinegars from around the world. Test cook Dan Souza makes host Bridget Lancaster savory Beef Ho Fun.

24 min

Breakfast for a Crowd

Test cook Elle Simone Scott makes host Julia Collin Davison a Breakfast Taco Board for a crowd. Equipment expert Adam Reid shares our recommended stand mixers with host Bridget Lancaster. Test cook Becky Hays reveals the secret to Deluxe Blueberry Pancakes.

24 min

Easy Chicken Dinners

Test cook Dan Souza makes host Bridget Lancaster Skillet-Roasted Chicken Breasts with Garlicky Green Beans. Tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Bridget and host Julia Collin Davison to a tasting of Vegan and Vegetarian Chicken Nuggets. Test cook Sam Block makes Braised Chicken Thighs with Fennel, Orange, and Cracked Olives.

24 min

Savory Pies

Hosts Julia Collin Davison and Bridget Lancaster make a simple Cast Iron Chicken Pot Pie. Science Expert Dan Souza demonstrates the absorptive power of eggplant. Test cook Joe Gitter makes host Bridget Lancaster a British classic, Fisherman’s Pie.

24 min

Everything but the Turkey

Keith Dresser makes Julia Collin Davison Green Bean Casserole. Equipment expert Adam Ried shares his must-have Thanksgiving tools. Elle Simone Scott makes host Bridget Lancaster Make-Ahead Mashed Potatoes. Julia and Bridget make Fireside and New Englander Cocktails.

New Thanksgiving Classics

Test cook Keith Dresser makes host Bridget Lancaster Roast Turkey and Gravy with Herbes de Provence and Lemon. Techniquely host Lan Lam shares tips for slicing meat. Test cook Erin McMurrer makes host Julia Collin Davison Rustic Bread Stuffing with Cranberries and Walnuts.

24 min

A Showstopping Chocolate-Raspberry Trifle

Host Bridget Lancaster makes a showstopping Chocolate-Raspberry Trifle. Techniquely host Lan Lam shares tips for shaping doughs, and host Julia Collin Davison makes a celebratory Champagne Cocktail.

Christmas Baking

Test cook Erin McMurrer makes host Julia Collin Davison German Stollen. Gadget expert Lisa McManus shares how to shipping cookies, and Techniquely host Lan Lam shares tips for shaping dough. Test cook Elle Simone Scott makes host Bridget Lancaster photo-worthy Meringue Christmas Trees.

Fish the French Way

Becky Hays makes host Bridget Lancaster Saumon aux Lentilles. Tasting expert Jack Bishop explains how to read expiration dates, and science expert Dan Souza reveals the science behind colored salts. Elle Simone Scott makes host Julia Collin Davison Halibut à La Nage with Parsnips and Tarragon.

Pub-Style Favorites

Test cook Sam Block makes host Bridget Lancaster spicy Buffalo Chicken Sandwiches. Equipment expert Adam Ried reviews sauté pans. Test cook Keith Dresser makes host Julia Collin Davison Steak Tips with Mushroom-Onion Gravy.

Pasta with Greens

Test cook Becky Hays makes host Julia Collin Davison the ultimate Spinach Lasagna. Tasting expert Jack Bishop talks all about preserved fruits, and science expert Dan Souza reveals what happens inside a pressure cooker. Test cook Lan Lam makes host Bridget Lancaster Pasta e Piselli.

Bold and Beefy

Test cook Keith Dresser makes host Julia Collin Davison Keema Aloo. Equipment expert Adam Ried reviews handheld vacuum cleaners. Test cook Dan Souza makes host Bridget Lancaster an Uzbek favorite, Plov.

Dinner at the Bier Garten

Hosts Bridget Lancaster and Julia Collin Davison make Laugenbrezeln (German Lye Pretzels). Tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Bridget to a tasting of Artisanal American Cheddar. Julia and Bridget make Beer-Battered Onion Rings with Jalapeño Dipping Sauce.

Pork Chops for Everyone

Test cook Elle Simone Scott makes host Bridget Lancaster Zha Paigu (Taiwanese Fried Pork Chops). Tasting expert Jack Bishop talks all about bread crumbs. Test cook Dan Souza makes host Julia Collin Davison Sous Vide Boneless Thick-Cut Pork Chops with Red Pepper and Almond Relish.

Decadent Pasta Dishes

Test cook Erica Turner cooks host Julia Collin Davison Pasta alla Zozzona. Techniquely host Lan Lam shares how to use a food processor, and test cook Joe Gitter prepares host Bridget Lancaster handmade Pappardelle with Duck and Chestnut Ragù.

Spring Dinner for Two

Test cook Erin McMurrer makes host Bridget Lancaster Crispy Salmon Cakes with Smoked Salmon, Capers, and Dill for Two. Gear Heads hosts Hannah Crowley and Lisa McManus reveal their most essential kitchen items. Test cook Antoinette Johnson makes host Julia Collin Davison Easy Strawberry Shortcakes for Two.

Breakfast with a European Accent

Test Cook Keith Dresser makes host Julia Collin Davison Liège Waffles. Tasting expert Jack Bishop talks all about boxed brownie mixes. Test Cook Erica Turner prepares host Bridget Lancaster Crêpes with Berries and Apricot Beurre Monté.

Caramel Delights

Hosts Julia Collin Davison and Bridget Lancaster bake the ultimate Turtle Brownies. Tasting expert Jack Bishop talks all about buttercreams. Test cook Erin McMurrer bakes Julia Alfajores de Maicena (Buttery Cookies with Dulce de Leche).

Mexican Classics, Slow and Fast

Test cook Lan Lam makes host Bridget Lancaster savory Lamb Barbacoa. Equipment expert Adam Ried shares his recommended precision coffee scales. Test cook Erin McMurrer makes host Julia Collin Davison Rajas Poblanas con Crema.

Brunch at the Bistro

Test cook Becky Hays makes host Bridget Lancaster a classy Salad Niçoise for Two. Hosts Julia Collin Davison and Bridget share a game-changing recipe for Make-Ahead Cheese Soufflés.

Saucy Mediterranean Nosh

Test Cook Erica Turner makes host Bridget Lancaster Bouyourdi (Spicy Greek Baked Feta). Equipment Expert Adam Ried shares his recommended Whisks. Test Cook Becky Hays makes host Julia Collin Davison Green Shakshuka.

Chinese Dumplings and Soup

Test cook Lan Lam makes host Julia Collin Davison a dim sum favorite, Har Gow. Tasting expert Jack Bishop talks all about Chicories. Test cook Keith Dresser makes host Bridget Lancaster Hong Kong-Style Wonton Noodle Soup.