America's Test Kitchen - Season 16

America's Test Kitchen - Season 16

Season 16

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Episodes26
DatesJan 2, 2016 - Jun 25, 2016
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Episodes

French Bistro Favorites
Season 16Episode 130 min

French Bistro Favorites

Test cook Dan Souza demonstrates how to make a Simple Pot-Au-Feu at home. Then, test cook Bridget Lancaster uncovers the secrets to the perfect Raspberry Charlotte.

Jan 2, 2016
New York Natives
Season 16Episode 230 min

New York Natives

Test cook Julia Collin Davison uncovers the secrets to Foolproof New York Cheesecake. Then, man on the street Doc Willoughby learns about bagels from Philip Romanzi of Bagel Hole in Brooklyn. And finally, test cook Bridget Lancaster demonstrates how to make the ultimate New York Bagels.

Jan 9, 2016
A Hearty Start to the Day
Season 16Episode 330 min

A Hearty Start to the Day

Test cook Becky Hays demonstrates how to make the best Eggs Piperade. Next, test cook Dan Souza uncovers the secrets to making Chocolate Hazelnut Spread at home. Then, tasting expert Jack Bishop conducts a tasting of maple syrup. Finally, test cook Julia Collin Davison demonstrates how to make the perfect 100 Percent Whole-Wheat Pancakes.

Jan 16, 2016
A Hearty Fall Feast
Season 16Episode 430 min

A Hearty Fall Feast

Test cook Dan Souza demonstrates how to make the best Roasted Rack of Lamb at home. Next, test cook Julia Collin Davison reveals the test kitchen's secret to Roasted Brined Turkey. Then, tasting expert Jack Bishop conducts a tasting of Dijon mustard. Finally, test cook Bridget Lancaster uncovers the secrets to the ultimate Root Vegetable Gratin.

Jan 23, 2016
Spanish Chicken and Israeli Couscous
Season 16Episode 530 min

Spanish Chicken and Israeli Couscous

Test cook Julia Collin Davison reveals the secrets to making the best Spanish Braised Chicken with Sherry and Saffron. Then, tasting expert Jack Bishop conducts a tasting of Israeli couscous. Finally, test cook Bridget Lancaster demonstrates how to make Simple Israeli Couscous at home.

Jan 30, 2016
Pass the Pasta
Season 16Episode 630 min

Pass the Pasta

Test cook Julia Collin Davison demonstrates how to make the ultimate Sausage Meatballs and Spaghetti. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried reviews insulated shopping totes in the Equipment Corner. Finally, test cook Bridget Lancaster uncovers the secrets to making Tagliatelle with Prosciutto and Peas at home.

Feb 6, 2016
Chocolate-Caramel Layer Cake
Season 16Episode 730 min

Chocolate-Caramel Layer Cake

Test cook Bridget Lancaster demonstrates how to make the perfect Chocolate-Caramel Layer Cake. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried reviews ice cream scoops in the Equipment Corner. Finally, gadget guru Lisa McManus uncovers the best large ice cream makers and thermometers.

Feb 13, 2016
Why Not Add Wine?
Season 16Episode 830 min

Why Not Add Wine?

Test cook Bridget Lancaster reveals the secrets to making the best Coq au Riesling at home. Next, gadget guru Lisa McManus uncovers the best waiter's corkscrews. Finally, test cook Julia Collin Davison demonstrates how to make the ultimate Tuscan-Style Beef Stew.

Feb 20, 2016
Saucing Up Chicken and Roasting Mushrooms
Season 16Episode 930 min

Saucing Up Chicken and Roasting Mushrooms

Test cook Bryan Roof demonstrates how to make the best Quick Sauces for Sautéed Chicken. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried reviews serrated paring knives in the Equipment Corner. Next, gadget guru Lisa McManus reviews her favorite kitchen gadgets. Finally, test cook Julia Collin Davison uncovers the secrets to the ultimate Roasted Mushrooms with Parmesan and Pine Nuts.

Feb 27, 2016
Sweet and Spicy Asian Specialties
Season 16Episode 1030 min

Sweet and Spicy Asian Specialties

Man on the street Doc Willoughby visits Joanne Chang at Myers + Chang to learn about shell-on shrimp. Then, test cook Becky Hays demonstrates how to make the best Crispy Salt and Pepper Shrimp at home. Next, tasting expert Jack Bishop conducts a tasting of Sichuan peppercorns. Finally, test cook Julia Collin Davison reveals the secrets to making Vietnamese-Style Caramel Chicken with Broccoli.

Mar 5, 2016
A Roast for the Holidays
Season 16Episode 1130 min

A Roast for the Holidays

Test cook Bridget Lancaster demonstrates how to make the ultimate Fennel-Coriander Top Sirloin Roast. Next, equipment expert Adam Ried reviews carving boards in the Equipment Corner. Finally, test cook Julia Collin Davison uncovers the secrets to making the crispiest Duck Fat–Roasted Potatoes.

Mar 12, 2016
Pork and Pears
Season 16Episode 1230 min

Pork and Pears

Test cook Bridget Lancaster reveals the secrets to making the best Milk-Braised Pork Loin. Then, tasting expert Jack Bishop conducts a tasting of apricot preserves. Next, gadget guru Lisa McManus uncovers the best apple corers. Finally, test cook Julia Collin Davison demonstrates how to make the ultimate Roasted Pears with Dried Apricots and Pistachios.

Mar 19, 2016
Roast Chicken and Potatoes Revisited
Season 16Episode 1330 min

Roast Chicken and Potatoes Revisited

Test cook Julia Collin Davison demonstrates how to make the ultimate Slow-Roasted Chicken Parts with Shallot-Garlic Pan Sauce. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried reviews carbon-steel chef's knives. Finally, test cook Bridget Lancaster uncovers the secrets to the perfect Boiled Potatoes with Black Olive Tapenade.

Mar 26, 2016
Dinner in Italy
Season 16Episode 1430 min

Dinner in Italy

Man on the street Doc Willoughby learns all about Sicilian-style pizza from the Barbati family of L&B Spumoni Gardens in Brooklyn. Then, test cook Bridget Lancaster demonstrates how to make the ultimate Thick-Crust Sicilian-Style Pizza at home. Next, test cook Becky Hays uncovers the secrets to Homemade Ricotta Cheese. Finally, test cook Julia Collin Davison demonstrates how to make the best Pasta with Cauliflower, Bacon, and Bread Crumbs.

Apr 2, 2016
Serving Up Noodles and Rice
Season 16Episode 1530 min

Serving Up Noodles and Rice

Test cook Julia Collin Davison demonstrates how to make the best Japanese-Style Stir-Fried Noodles with Beef at home. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried reviews knife sharpeners in the Equipment Corner. Finally, test cook Bridget Lancaster reinvents a classic, Fried Brown Rice with Pork and Shrimp.

Apr 9, 2016
Italian with Ease
Season 16Episode 1630 min

Italian with Ease

Test cook Julia Collin Davison uncovers the secrets to making Semolina Gnocchi at home. Then, tasting expert Jack Bishop conducts a tasting of balsamic vinegar. Finally, test cook Bridget Lancaster demonstrates how to make the best Italian Sausage with Grapes and Balsamic Vinegar.

Apr 16, 2016
French Pork Chops and Bisque
Season 16Episode 1730 min

French Pork Chops and Bisque

Test cook Bridget Lancaster demonstrates how to make the best French-Style Pork Chops with Apples and Calvados. Next, tasting expert Jack Bishop conducts a tasting of Brie. Finally, test cook Julia Collin Davison reveals the secrets to making the ultimate Mushroom Bisque.

Apr 23, 2016
Ultimate Chinese
Season 16Episode 1830 min

Ultimate Chinese

Test cook Bridget Lancaster demonstrates how to make the ultimate Mu Shu Pork at home. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried reviews rice cookers in the Equipment Corner. Finally, test cook Julia Collin Davison uncovers the secrets to making the best Crispy Orange Beef.

Apr 30, 2016
Vegetarian Essentials
Season 16Episode 1930 min

Vegetarian Essentials

Test cook Julia Collin Davison demonstrates how to make the ultimate Black Bean Burgers at home. Next, tasting expert Jack Bishop conducts a tasting of vegetable broth. Then, test cook Becky Hays demonstrates how to make the freshest Super Greens Soup with Lemon-Tarragon Cream. Finally, test cook Dan Souza reveals the secrets to making Homemade Vegetable Broth.

May 7, 2016
Braised to Perfection
Season 16Episode 2030 min

Braised to Perfection

Test cook Julia Collin Davison demonstrates how to make the ultimate Braised Halibut with Leeks and Mustard at home. Next, tasting expert Jack Bishop conducts a tasting of smoked salmon. Then, gadget guru Lisa McManus uncovers the best warming trays. Finally, test cook Bridget Lancaster reveals the secrets to making perfect Slow-Cooked Whole Carrots.

May 14, 2016
Dinner in Cuba
Season 16Episode 2130 min

Dinner in Cuba

Man on the street Doc Willoughby learns all about Cuban cuisine at La Carreta in Miami, Florida. Then, Dan Souza demonstrates how to make the best Cuban Braised Shredded Beef at home. Next, test cook Becky Hays uncovers the secrets to making Fried Sweet Plantains. Then, testing expert Adam Ried reviews grapefruit knives in the Equipment Corner. Finally, test cook Julia Collin Davison demonstrates how to make the ultimate Mango, Orange, and Jícama Salad.

May 21, 2016
Country Ribs and Corn Muffins
Season 16Episode 2230 min

Country Ribs and Corn Muffins

Test cook Bryan Roof uncovers the secrets to making the ultimate Sweet and Tangy Grilled Country-Style Pork Ribs. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried reviews laundry stain removers in the Equipment Corner. Finally, test cook Dan Souza shows Chris how to make the best Savory Corn Muffins at home.

May 28, 2016
Pork Kebabs and Steaks Hit the Grill
Season 16Episode 2330 min

Pork Kebabs and Steaks Hit the Grill

Test cook Dan Souza demonstrates how to make the Ultimate Charcoal-Grilled Steaks at home. Next, equipment expert Adam Ried reviews steak knives in the Equipment Corner. Then, gadget guru Lisa McManus uncovers the best jar spatulas and jar openers. Finally, test cook Bryan Roof reveals the secrets to making perfect Grilled Pork Kebabs with Hoisin and Five-Spice.

Jun 4, 2016
Mexican Mole and Drunken Beans
Season 16Episode 2430 min

Mexican Mole and Drunken Beans

Julia Collin Davison demonstrates how to make the best Chicken Mole Poblano at home. Then, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Chris to a tasting of Mexican lagers. Finally, test cook Bridget Lancaster reveals the secrets to making the ultimate Drunken Beans.

Jun 11, 2016
Grilled Chicken and Salad with a Kick
Season 16Episode 2530 min

Grilled Chicken and Salad with a Kick

Test cook Becky Hays demonstrates how to make the perfect Peri Peri Grilled Chicken. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried reviews the latest grill gadgets in the Equipment Corner. Next, Chris answers cooking questions in Letters to the Editor. Finally, test cook Bridget Lancaster uncovers the secrets to making the best Pita Bread Salad with Tomatoes and Cucumber.

Jun 18, 2016
Revolutionizing Classic Fruit Desserts
Season 16Episode 2630 min

Revolutionizing Classic Fruit Desserts

Test cook Julia Collin Davison reveals the secrets to making the perfect Strawberry-Rhubarb Pie. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried reviews cold brew coffee makers in the Equipment Corner. Next, gadget guru Lisa McManus uncovers the best tea gadgets. Finally, test cook Dan Souza demonstrates how to make the best Cherry Clafouti.

Jun 25, 2016

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