Season 8

Test cook Bridget Lancaster shows host Christopher Kimball how to make Frosted Meatloaf at home. Next, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Chris to a tasting of frozen pizzas. And finally, test cook Julia Collin Davison uncovers the secrets to Apple Pie with Cheddar Cheese Crust.

Host Christopher Kimball visits the Dorset Union Store in Dorset, Vermont, where doughnuts are baked fresh daily. Then, test cook Bridget Lancaster uncovers the secrets to making easier Muffin Tin Doughnuts. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his top picks for pod coffee makers. And finally, test cook Julia Collin Davison shows Chris how to make Whole-Wheat Blueberry Muffins.

Test cook Bridget Lancaster shows host Christopher Kimball how to make Skillet Roast Chicken and Potatoes at home. Then, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges host Christopher Kimball to a tasting of brown mustard. Then, Chris shares a test kitchen tip for aerating wine. Next, test cook Julia Collin Davison uncovers the secrets to perfect Brussels Sprout Salad. And finally, Chris teaches a cooking class all about Secret Ingredient Biscuits.

Test cook Bridget Lancaster shows host Christopher Kimball how to make Barbecued Burnt Ends. Next, equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his top picks for grill spatulas. Then, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Chris to a tasting of lemonade. Finally, test cook Julia Collin Davison uncovers the secrets to making Smoky Potato Salad.

Test cook Erin McMurrer shows host Christopher Kimball how to make Pork Ragu at home. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his top picks for dish towels. Finally, test cook Bridget Lancaster uncovers the secrets to making perfect Pasta with Roasted Garlic Sauce, Arugula, and Walnuts.

Test cook Julia Collin Davison shows host Christopher Kimball how to make Latin Fried Chicken at home. Next, equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his top picks for deep-fry/candy thermometers. Then, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Chris to a tasting of green salsa. And finally, test cook Bridget Lancaster uncovers the secrets to perfect Grill-Roasted Peppers.

Test cook Julia Collin Davison revives a classic recipe for Dakota Peach Kuchen. Then, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges host Christopher Kimball to a tasting of peach jam. Finally, test cook Erin McMurrer shows Chris how to make the perfect Kolaches.

Test cook Julia Collin Davison uncovers secrets to perfect Smoked Bourbon Chicken. Next, equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his top picks for liquid dish soap. Finally, test cook Bridget Lancaster shows host Christopher Kimball how to make the ultimate Sweet Potato Pie at home.

Test cook Bridget Lancaster shows host Christopher Kimball how to make a regional recipe, Delta Hot Tamales, at home. Then, Chris shares a test kitchen tip for taking the bite out of garlic. Finally, test cook Julia Collin Davison reveals the secrets to another regional specialty, Charleston Shrimp Perloo.

Test cook Bridget Lancaster shows host Christopher Kimball how to make the ultimate One-Pan Prime Rib and Roasted Vegetables. Next, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Chris to a tasting of frozen dinner rolls. Finally, test cook Julia Collin Davison revives a classic recipe for Blitz Torte.

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 Julia Collin Davison shows host Christopher Kimball how to make Tex-Mex Cheese Enchiladas at home. Next, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Chris to a tasting of corn tortillas. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his top picks for tortilla keepers. And finally, test cook Erin McMurrer uncovers the secrets to making perfect Huevos Rancheros.

Test cook Bridget Lancaster revives a classic recipe for Chicken Chow Mein. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his top picks for slow cookers. Finally, test cook Julia Collin Davison shows host Christopher Kimball how to make the ultimate Slow-Cooker Chinese Barbecued Pork.