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 - Short Order Breakfast Classics
Release Date: 2014-08-30Test 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.
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Episode 2 - Dressing Up Meat and Potatoes
Release Date: 2014-09-06Test 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.
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Episode 3 - Black and White Desserts
Release Date: 2014-09-13Test 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.
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Episode 4 - Fresh and Spicy Spins to Roast Pork and Tacos
Release Date: 2014-09-20Test cook Bridget Lancaster shows host Christopher Kimball how to make Pork Pernil. Then, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Chris to a tasting of jarred medium salsa. And finally, test cook Julia Collin Davison shows Chris how to make California Fish Tacos at home, and Bridget shares the test kitchen’s secrets to buying fish.
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Episode 5 - Old-Fashioned Sunday Suppers
Release Date: 2014-09-27Test cook Julia Collin Davison shows host Christopher Kimball how to make Skillet-Roasted Chicken and Stuffing. Then, Chris uncovers the test kitchen's secret to making chicken stock in the pressure cooker. Next, equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his top food saver gadgets. and finally, test cook Bridget Lancaster shows Chris how to make perfect Pork Chops with Vinegar Peppers.
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Episode 6 - Steakhouse Specials Off the Grill
Release Date: 2014-10-04Test cook Bridget lancaster uncovers the secrets to the best Grilled Cowboy-Cut Rib Eyes. Next, host Christopher Kimball reveals the text kitchen's tips for grill cleaning. then, equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his top picks for salad spinners. And finally, test cook Julia Collin Davison shows Chris how to make the ultimate Grilled Caesar Salad.
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Episode 7 - Dinner From the Prairie
Release Date: 2014-10-11Test cook Julia Collin Davison shows host Christopher Kimball how to make the perfect meal for a crowd, Milk-Can Supper. then, equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his top picks for roasting pans. and finally, test cook Bridget Lancaster shows Chris how to make a regional recipe at home, Dakota Bread.
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Episode 8 - Memphis Ribs and Pretzel Salad
Release Date: 2014-10-18Test cook Bridget Lancaster shows host Christopher Kimball how to make the best Memphis-Style Wet Ribs. Then, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Chris to a tasting of blue cheese dressing. And finally, test cook Julia Collin Davison shows Chris how to make the ultimate Strawberry Pretzel Salad.
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Episode 9 - Sweet Endings From the Icebox
Release Date: 2014-10-25Test cook Bridget Lancaster reveals the secret to perfect Italian Cream Cake. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his top picks for round cake pans. And finally, test cook Julia collin Davison shows host Christopher Kimball how to make the ultimate Summer Berry Pudding.
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Episode 10 - New Orleans Shrimp and Creamy Grits
Release Date: 2014-11-01Test cook Julia Collin Davison shows host Christopher Kimball how to make New Orleans Barbecue Shrimp right at home. Next, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Chris to a tasting of pepper jack cheese. Then, test cook Bridget Lancaster reveals the steps to perfect Creamy Cheese Grits. And finally, Chris uncovers the secrets behind the best Baked Macaroni and Cheese.
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Episode 11 - Great Grilled Chicken and Texas Potato Salad
Release Date: 2014-11-08Test cook Julia Collin Davison shows host Christopher Kimball how to make the ultimate Grilled Chicken Leg Quarters with Lime Dressing. then, equipment expert Adam Ried reviews aprons in the equipment corner. Next, test cook Bridget Lancaster makes a regional specialty, Texas Potato Salad. And finally, Chris reveals the test kitchen's method for perfect hard cooked eggs.
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Episode 12 - Oklahoma Onion Burgers and Louisiana Meat Pies
Release Date: 2014-11-15Test cook Julia collin Davison shows host Christopher Kimball how to make Oklahoma Fried Onion Burgers. Then, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Chris to a tasting of frozen French fries. And finally, test cook Bridget Lancaster shows Chris how to make a regional favorite at home, Natchitoches Meat Pies.
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Episode 13 - Colorado Chili and Slow-Cooker Baked Ziti
Release Date: 2014-11-22Test cook Julia Collin Davison reveals the secrets to making Colorado Green Chili at home. Then, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges host Christopher Kimball to a tasting of egg noodles. Next, test cook Bridget Lancaster shows Chris how to make the ultimate Slow-Cooker Baked Ziti. And finally, equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his top picks for small slow cookers.