Cook's Country

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.

Uncover the test kitchen’s method for making smoky Wood-Grilled Salmon at home. We also reveal the tips and techniques you’ll need to make flavorful stuffed shrimp that holds its shape and is never rubbery.

We’ll reveal the secrets to authentic-tasting Chili con Carne at home and how to make Southern-Style Skillet Cornbread with hearty corn flavor.

Bridget Lancaster makes an Old-Fashioned Roast Turkey with Gravy, revisiting a classic technique known as larding. She also reveals the secrets to quick and easy Garlic Mashed Potatoes.

Test cook Bridget Lancaster uncovers the secrets to making the best Grilled Salmon Steaks with Lemon-Caper Sauce. Next, equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his top picks for tomato coring tools. Then, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges host Christopher Kimball to a tasting of bread crumbs. And finally, test cook Erin McMurrer shows Chris how to make Stuffed Tomatoes at home.

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 Cedar-Planked Salmon with Cucumber-Yogurt Sauce at home. Then, test cook Christie Morrison reveals the steps for Lemon and Herb Red Potato Salad. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his top picks for water bottles. And finally, test cook Bridget Lancaster uncovers the secrets to Grilled Sugar Steak.

Test cook Bridget Lancaster demonstrates how to make Tennessee Pulled Pork Sandwiches on Hoecakes. Next, tasting expert Jack Bishop conducts a tasting of shredded coconut. And finally, test cook Julia Collin Davison uncovers the secrets to making the ultimate French Coconut Pie at home.

Test cook Julia Collin Davison demonstrates how to make a regional recipe, Puffy Tacos, at home. Then, tasting expert Jack Bishop conducts a tasting of tortilla chips. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his top picks for dish drying racks. And finally, test cook Erin McMurrer reveals the secrets to perfect Chicken Chilaquiles.

Test cook Bridget Lancaster demonstrates how to make a regional classic, Brunswick Stew. Next, tasting expert Jack Bishop conducts a tasting of brown rice. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his top picks for shrimp tools. And finally, test cook Erin McMurrer reveals the steps to making the best Shrimp and Grits at home.

Test cook Bridget Lancaster uncovers the secrets to making Zeppoles at home. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his top picks for splatter screens. Next, test cook Ashley Moore shares the steps for the best Slow-Cooker Chicken Stock. Then, tasting expert Jack Bishop conducts a tasting of shredded Parmesan. And finally, test cook Julia Collin Davison demonstrates how to make the ultimate Pasta with Mushroom Sauce.

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.

Test cook Bryan Roof teaches host Julia Collin Davison how to make the perfect South Carolina Smoked Fresh Ham. Then, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Julia to a tasting of Spiral Sliced Bone-in Hams. Next, equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his pick for potato mashers. And finally, test cook Christie Morrison shares a fool-proof Smashed Potato Salad recipe with host, Bridget Lancaster.

Bridget Lancaster shows host Julia Collin Davison the steps to preparing the Central California regional favorite, Garlic Fried Chicken. Next, equipment expert Adam Ried shares his pick for the best inexpensive Dutch oven on the market. And finally, test cook Ashley Moore prepares an unforgettable fan-requested dish for host Bridget Lancaster, Crispy Parmesan Potatoes.

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 Christie Morrison makes host Julia Collin Davison the perfect Hearty Beef Lasagna. Then, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges host Bridget Lancaster to a tasting of block mozzarella. And finally, test cook Lan Lam makes Bridget a new weeknight favorite—Chicken Scarpariello.

Test cook Christie Morrison shows host Julia Collin Davison how to make a showstopping Oregon Blackberry Pie. Then, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges host Bridget Lancaster to a tasting of extra-sharp cheddar cheese. And finally, Bridget and Julia make an easy one-pan supper—Roasted Salmon with Broccoli and Red Potatoes.

Hosts Bridget Lancaster and Julia Collin Davison cook up a Southern specialty—Tennessee Pulled Turkey Sandwiches. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried reviews paper towels. And finally, test cook Bryan Roof shows Bridget a regional recipe for Eastern North Carolina Fish Stew.

Hosts Bridget Lancaster and Julia Collin Davison streamline a classic recipe for Boneless Rib Roast with Yorkshire Pudding and Jus. Then, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Bridget to a tasting of black tea. And finally, test cook Ashley Moore makes Bridget a family-favorite recipe for Lighthouse Inn Potatoes.

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. 

Host Bridget Lancaster makes Slow Roasted Salmon, and Toni Tipton-Martin discusses indigenous Alaskan fishing practices. Ingredient expert Jack Bishop talks about leavening agents. Finally, Ashley Moore makes a show-stopping Clementine Cake.

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.

Test cook Morgan Bolling makes Indoor Barbecued Ribs for host Julia Collin Davison. Equipment expert Hannah Crowley reviews panini presses. Toni Tipton-Martin shares the origins of jalapeño poppers, and test cook Lawman Johnson shows host Bridget Lancaster how to make them in the air fryer.

Test cook Bryan Roof prepares Slow-Roasted Ducks with Blackberry Sauce for host Toni Tipton-Martin. Tasting expert Jack Bishop breaks down the best uses for different tinned fish. And test cook Lawman Johnson makes a rich Bean Bourguignon for host Julia Collin Davison.