AMERICA'S TEST KITCHEN FROM COOK'S ILLUSTRATED: Season 21

Stream or tune in Saturdays, Jan. 9 - May 29 + June 26 - July 31, 2021 at 2 p.m. on KPBS TV

Typically filmed in the test kitchen studios in Boston, Season 21 of AMERICA'S TEST KITCHEN pivots and takes home cooking quite literally, presenting all 26 episodes from cast members’ homes. Hosts Bridget Lancaster and Julia Collin Davison and the series' test cooks will be working from their very own kitchens without the army of prep cooks and dishwashers who usually support the team.

Viewers can count on seeing Bridget, Julia and their team of test cooks – including Dan Souza, Becky Hays, Erin McMurrer, Keith Dresser, Elle Simone and Lan Lam – deconstruct recipes and reveal the test kitchen’s secrets in this special season.

EPISODE GUIDE:

Episode 1 “A Taste of Mexico“ airs Saturday, Jan. 9 at 2 p.m. - Host Julia Collin Davison makes a foolproof recipe for Chile Verde con Cerdo (Green Chili with Pork), ingredient expert Jack Bishop shares what you need to know about canned and jarred chile products, and test cook Elle Simone Scott prepares a refreshing Cóctel de Camarón (Mexican Shrimp Cocktail).

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Episode 2: "Autumn Supper" airs Saturday, Jan. 16 at 2 p.m. - Host Bridget Lancaster prepares perfect Oven-Roasted Chicken Thighs, equipment expert Adam Ried rounds up the best tools for roasting, and host Julia Collin Davison bakes the easiest-ever Apple Crumble.

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Episode 3: "Simple Chicken Dinner" airs Saturday, Jan. 23 at 2 p.m. - Host Julia Collin Davison makes Chicken Under a Brick with Herb-Roasted Potatoes, ingredient expert Jack Bishop tells you everything you need to know about mozzarella, and test cook Lan Lam whips up a creamy Buttermilk-Vanilla Panna Cotta with Berries and Honey.

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Episode 4: "Simple and Elegant Dinner" airs Saturday, Jan. 30 at 2 p.m. - Host Bridget Lancaster makes a foolproof recipe for Pan-Seared Strip Steaks. Equipment expert Adam Ried shares his picks for nonstick-friendly tools, and gadget critic Lisa McManus shares her favorite tools to keep your kitchen clean. Finally, test cook Dan Souza prepares Beet Salad with Spiced Yogurt and Watercress.

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Episode 5: "Breakfast Basics" airs Saturday, Feb. 6 at 2 p.m. - Host Julia Collin Davison cooks up Perfect Fried Eggs, and equipment expert Adam Ried shares his favorite egg-cooking essentials. Test cook Erin McMurrer makes the best Cold-Brew Iced Coffee, and test cook Elle Simone Scott makes fluffy Yeasted Waffles.

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Episode 6: "French-Inspired Comfort Food" airs Saturday, Feb. 13 at 2 p.m. - Host Bridget Lancaster cooks a showstopping Beef en Cocotte with Mushroom Sauce, ingredient expert Jack Bishop gives a primer on vinegars, and test cook Keith Dresser prepares a hearty Swiss Chard and Kale Gratin.  

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Episode 7: "Japanese-Inspired Favorites" airs Saturday, Feb. 20 at 2 p.m. - Host Bridget Lancaster fries up a batch of Karaage (Japanese Fried Chicken Thighs), ingredient expert Jack Bishop discusses soba noodles, and gadget critic Lisa McManus recommends the best drainers and strainers. Finally, test cook Becky Hays makes Chilled Soba Noodles with Cucumber, Snow Peas, and Radishes. 

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Episode 8: "Crêpes Two Ways" airs Saturday, Feb. 27 at 2 p.m. - Host Julia cooks a French staple, Galettes Complètes (Buckwheat Crêpes with Ham, Egg, and Cheese). Ingredient expert Jack Bishop compares alternative flours, and gadget expert Lisa McManus shares her favorite coffee gadgets. Finally, test cook Dan Souza makes Bánh Xèo (Sizzling Vietnamese Crêpes).  

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Episode 9: "Rustic Italian Fare" airs Saturday, April 3 at 2 p.m. on KPBS TV - Host Bridget Lancaster makes a hearty Acquacotta (Tuscan White Bean and Escarole Soup), ingredient expert Jack Bishop shares tips for buying extra-virgin olive oil, and test cook Keith Dresser makes easy Piadine (Italian Flatbreads).

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Episode 10: "Tagine and Hummus" airs Saturday, April 10 at 2 p.m. on KPBS TV - Host Julia Collin Davison makes a fabulous Moroccan Fish Tagine, ingredient expert Jack Bishop tells you everything you need to know about buying and storing spices, and test cook Becky Hays whips up Ultracreamy Hummus.

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Episode 11: "Mediterranean Comfort Food" airs Saturday, April 17 at 2 p.m. on KPBS TV - Host Bridget Lancaster shares the steps to making a hearty Pastitsio; ingredient expert Jack Bishop tells you what you need to know about feta cheese; and test cook Lan Lam makes Braised Eggplant with Paprika, Coriander, and Yogurt.

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Episode 12: "Schnitzel and Roesti" airs Saturday, April 24 at 2 p.m. on KPBS TV - Host Julia Collin Davison fries up crispy Chicken Schnitzel, equipment expert Adam Ried reveals our top picks for cooking thermometers, and test cook Keith Dresser prepares Swiss Potato Roesti.

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Episode 13: "Indian Feast" airs Saturday, May 1 at 2 p.m. on KPBS TV - Host Julia Collin Davison cooks Murgh Makhani (Indian Butter Chicken), ingredient expert Jack Bishop gives a primer on tomato products, and test cook Becky Hays makes Palak Dal (Spinach Dal with Cumin and Mustard Seeds).

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Episode 14: "Bistro Classics at Home" airs Saturday, May 8 at 2 p.m. on KPBS - Host Bridget Lancaster makes a showstopping Pan Bagnat (Provençal Tuna Sandwich) and ingredient expert Jack Bishop gives the scoop on shopping for tuna. Finally, test cook Lan Lam prepares a French bistro classic—Salade Lyonnaise.

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Episode 15: "Salmon Steaks Done Right" airs Saturday, May 15 at 2 p.m. on KPBS TV - Host Julia Collin Davison reveals the secrets to perfect Pan-Seared Salmon Steaks, equipment expert Adam Ried has a roundup of the best seafood tools, and ingredient expert Jack Bishop gives a primer on salt. Finally, test cook Erin McMurrer makes a quick and satisfying Brussels Sprout Salad with Warm Mustard Vinaigrette.

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Episode 16: "Burgers and Chips" airs Saturday, May 22 at 2 p.m. on KPBS TV - Host Bridget Lancaster makes classic Smashed Burgers, ingredient expert Jack Bishop breaks down different vegetable oils, and host Julia Collin Davison fries up Crunchy Kettle Potato Chips.

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Episode 17: "Bake Sale Favorites" airs Saturday, May 29 at 2 p.m. on KPBS TV- Host Bridget Lancaster bakes celebration-worthy Yellow Sheet Cake with Chocolate Frosting, ingredient expert Jack Bishop gives a primer on dark chocolate. Finally, test cook Erin McMurrer harnesses the power of science to make the best Chewy Peanut Butter Cookies.

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Episode 18: "Back to Grilling Basics" airs Saturday, June 26 at 2 p.m. on KPBS TV - Host Julia Collin Davison cooks a simple but satisfying Grilled Pork Tenderloin with Grilled Pineapple–Red Onion Salsa, equipment expert Adam Ried shares grilling essentials, and test cook Dan Souza reveals the secrets to perfect Grilled Cauliflower.

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Episode 19: "A Trip to Vietnam" airs Saturday, July 3 at 2 p.m. on KPBS TV - Test cook Lan Lam makes a childhood favorite, Bò Lúc Lắc (Shaking Beef); equipment expert Adam Ried shares the best tools for maintaining your knives; and host Julia Collin Davison makes Gỏi Cuốn (Vietnamese Summer Rolls).

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Episode 20: "Tacos, Guacamole, and Margaritas" airs Saturday, July 10 at 2 p.m. on KPBS TV - Host Julia Collin Davison grills Sous Vide Cochinita Pibil and host Bridget Lancaster makes the Best Fresh Margaritas and Classic Guacamole.

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Episode 21: "Butter-Basted Fish and Succotash" airs Saturday, July 17 at 2 p.m. on KPBS TV - Host Bridget Lancaster cooks the easiest Butter-Basted Fish Fillets with Garlic and Thyme, ingredient expert Jack Bishop talks frozen seafood, and gadget critic Lisa McManus reveals her top picks for spatulas. Finally, test cook Elle Simone Scott makes Succotash with Butter Beans, Corn, and Red Pepper.

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Episode 22: "Cook It in Cast Iron" airs Saturday, July 24 at 2 p.m. on KPBS TV - Host Bridget Lancaster cooks a crispy Cast Iron Pan Pizza, equipment expert Adam Ried shares tips on caring for cast iron, and test cook Keith Dresser makes Cast Iron Baked Ziti with Charred Tomatoes.

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Episode 23: "Summer Dinner for Two" airs Saturday, July 31 at 2 p.m. on KPBS TV - Host Julia Collin Davison makes Grilled Scallops with Fennel and Orange Salad for Two, ingredient expert Jack Bishop explains the differences between types of peppercorns, and host Bridget Lancaster prepares date night-worthy Freeform Summer Fruit Tartlets for Two.

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