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September 4, 2010

Season 3

01. Two Perfect Pies

Bridget Lancaster updates a classic recipe for Shaker Lemon Pie. Then, Julia Collin-Davison shows host Christopher Kimball how to make Icebox Strawberry Pie with real strawberries. Next, equipment expert Adam Ried reviews pie plates, and finally, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Chris to a tasting of strawberry yogurt.

25min
September 4, 2010

02. Family Supper

Bridget Lancaster shows host Christopher Kimball the secrets to the perfectly Glazed Meatloaf and Crunchy Potato Wedges. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried reviews dish towels, and finally, Chris shares the test kitchen’s top tips for avoiding common cooking mistakes.

25min
September 11, 2010

03. Old Fashioned Pork

Bridget Lancaster shows host Christopher Kimballhow to make crispy Pan-Fried Pork chops. Next, equipment expert Adam Ried is reviewing vacuum sealers. And finally, Julia Collin-Davison uncovers the secrets to perfect Pork Pot Roast using a slow cooker.

25min
September 18, 2010

04. Southern Comfort Food

Bridget Lancaster shows host Christopher Kimball how to make a southern original, Batter-Fried chicken. Next, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Chris to a tasting of bottled iced tea. And finally, Julia Collin-Davison uncovers the secrets to perfectly baked sweet corn spoonbread.

25min
September 25, 2010

05. Beef Meets Grill

Bridget Lancaster shows host Christopher Kimball how to make real Texas Barbecued Beef Ribs at home. Next, equipment expert Adam Ried reviews paper plates, and finally, Julia Collin-Davison uncovers the secrets to preparing perfectly Char-Grilled Steaks at home. Also in the episode, homemade Classic Steak Sauce.

25min
October 2, 2010

06. Everybody Loves Chocolate

We show you how to make two sweet-tooth-satisfying desserts: Chocolate Cream Cupcakes and Texas Sheet Cake. Then tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges host Chris Kimball to a tasting of hot cocoa.

25min
October 9, 2010

07. Hearty Italian Meals

We take on two Italian classics and uncover the secrets to preparing the perfect Italian Pot Roast and foolproof Baked Manicotti at home.

25min
October 16, 2010

08. Northern Cookout

Bridget Lancaster demonstrates how to make a state fair classic, Cornell Barbecued Chicken, and serves it with a side of Syracuse Salt Potatoes. Then, to round out the cookout, Julia Collin Davison brings a Midwest favorite home and prepares perfect Jucy Lucy Burgers.

25min
October 23, 2010

09. The Chemistry of Cakes

Join us as we make a perfect Lemon Pudding Cake and foolproof Angel Food Cake. Then watch Adam Ried review two vital pieces of kitchen equipment: hand mixers and tube pans.

25min
October 30, 2010

10. Southwestern Suppers

We reveal the test kitchen’s secrets to two Southwestern staples: Authentic Beef Enchiladas and Easy Chicken Tacos. Then, Jack Bishop challenges host Chris Kimball to a tasting of Baked Beans, and Chris shares the test kitchen’s top freezer tricks.

25min
November 6, 2010

11. Breakfast Show Stoppers

We update two lost recipes: Monkey Bread and Dutch Baby. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried reviews toasters, and tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges host Chris Kimball to a tasting of decaf coffee.

25min
November 13, 2010

12. Chicken Two Ways

Our Roast Lemon Chicken features real lemon flavor, and our Chicken Parmesan cooks entirely on the stovetop. We’ll demonstrate these two recipes, as well as conduct a tasting of store-bought Chicken Noodle Soup.

25min
November 20, 2010

13. Ultimate Ham Dinner

Join us as we make the best Cider-Baked Ham, then prepare two tasty side dishes: quick and easy Cornmeal Biscuits and classic Delmonico Potatoes. And in the equipment corner, Adam Ried reviews electric knives.

25min
November 27, 2010