Cook's Country (2008)
A team of cooks travel the country and scour the history books to find the very best traditional and contemporary American dishes, then bring them back to the test kitchen and develop practical, approachable recipes.
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Episode 1 - Ultimate Comfort Foods
Release Date: 2018-08-25Hosts 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.
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Episode 2 - Ballpark Classics
Release Date: 2018-09-01Hosts 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.
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Episode 3 - A Trip to Tarheel Country
Release Date: 2018-09-08Test 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.
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Episode 4 - New Recipes for the Grill
Release Date: 2018-09-15Hosts Bridget Lancaster and Julia Collin Davison are making fried chicken wings—on the grill! Next, equipment expert Adam Ried reviews ice packs. Then, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Bridget to a tasting of supermarket barbecue sauce. And finally, test cook Bryan Roof makes Julia perfect Grilled Pork Burgers.
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Episode 5 - Spaghetti House Classics
Release Date: 2018-09-22Test 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.
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Episode 6 - Tex-Mex Favorites
Release Date: 2018-09-29Hosts Julia Collin Davison and Bridget Lancaster make a Lone Star State classic—Flank Steak in Adobo. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his top pick for inexpensive blenders. And finally, test cook Ashley Moore shows Julia how to make the ultimate Texas Breakfast Tacos.
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Episode 7 - Pacific Northwest Supper
Release Date: 2018-10-06Test 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.
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Episode 8 - Summer Steak and Salad
Release Date: 2018-10-13Test cook Christie Morrison makes host Bridget Lancaster the ultimate Grilled Thick-Cut Porterhouse Steaks. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried shows host Julia Collin Davison his top pick for paring knives. Next, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Bridget to a tasting of crumbled blue cheese. And finally, test cook Lan Lam makes Julia the best Caesar Green Beans.
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Episode 9 - Reimagining Italian American Classics
Release Date: 2018-10-20Test cook Bryan Roof makes host Julia Collin Davison a regional favorite—Detroit-Style Pizza. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried reviews rasp-style graters. And finally, test cook Ashley Moore makes host Bridget Lancaster an updated version of a classic dish, Fettuccine with Butter and Cheese.
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Episode 10 - Southern Specialties
Release Date: 2018-10-27Hosts 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.
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Episode 11 - Tristate Treats
Release Date: 2018-11-03Hosts Julia Collin Davison and Bridget Lancaster make the ultimate New Jersey Crumb Buns. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried reviews nonstick skillets. And finally, test cook Lan Lam makes Julia a streamlined recipe for Cheese Blintzes with Raspberry Sauce.
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Episode 12 - Holiday Roast and Potatoes
Release Date: 2018-11-10Hosts 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.
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Episode 13 - Pub-Style Seafood
Release Date: 2018-11-17Test cook Ashley Moore makes host Bridget Lancaster perfect Fish and Chips. Then, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges host Julia Collin Davison to a tasting of hamburger buns. And finally, test cook Christie Morrison makes Julia the ultimate Shrimp Burgers.