America's Test Kitchen from Cook's Illustrated
Old-Fashioned Breakfast Cakes (#816)
TV Schedule:
Kimball creates New York-style crumb cake and blueberry boy bait, a Yankee-style coffee cake.
Program Description: AMERICA'S TEST KITCHEN FROM COOK'S ILLUSTRATED's ensemble of chefs, cooks, testers and tasters, led by ATK's sartorial "editor-in-chef" Christopher Kimball, reveal the best ways to prepare favorite dishes.
All Upcoming Episodes
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Old-Fashioned Breakfast Cakes (#816)
Kimball creates New York-style crumb cake and blueberry boy bait, a Yankee-style coffee cake.
- Sat, May 17, 11:00 AM on IPTV
- Wed, June 18, 6:00 AM on IPTV-Plus
- Wed, June 18, 12:00 PM on IPTV-Plus
- Wed, June 18, 6:00 PM on IPTV-Plus
- Thu, June 19, 12:00 AM on IPTV-Plus
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Asian Take-Out at Home (#808)
Quick and enticing Thai-style chicken soup and stir-fried portabellas with ginger-oyster sauce.
- Sat, May 17, 4:00 PM on IPTV-Digital
- Sun, May 18, 1:00 AM on IPTV-Digital
- Wed, June 4, 6:00 AM on IPTV-Plus
- Wed, June 4, 12:00 PM on IPTV-Plus
- Wed, June 4, 6:00 PM on IPTV-Plus
- Thu, June 5, 12:00 AM on IPTV-Plus
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Rainy Day BBQ Pork Chops (#801)
The team pairs skillet-made BBQ pork chops with creamy macaroni salad. Chef's knives are tested.
- Fri, May 23, 5:00 AM on IPTV-Plus
- Fri, May 23, 11:00 AM on IPTV-Plus
- Fri, May 23, 5:00 PM on IPTV-Plus
- Fri, May 23, 11:00 PM on IPTV-Plus
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Summer Cookout (#726)
Celebrate summer with mouthwatering barbecue recipes for picnic chicken and grilled shrimp.
- Sat, May 24, 6:00 AM on IPTV-Plus
- Sat, May 24, 12:00 PM on IPTV-Plus
- Sat, May 24, 6:00 PM on IPTV-Plus
- Sun, May 25, 12:00 AM on IPTV-Plus
- Mon, May 26, 4:00 PM on IPTV-Digital
- Tue, May 27, 1:00 AM on IPTV-Digital
- Sat, June 7, 6:30 AM on IPTV-Plus
- Sat, June 7, 12:30 PM on IPTV-Plus
- Sat, June 7, 6:30 PM on IPTV-Plus
- Sun, June 8, 12:30 AM on IPTV-Plus
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Bistro Steak Dinner (#817)
Pan-seared thick-cut Steaks & Garlic & Olive oil mashed potatoes turns any kitchen into a bistro.
- Sat, May 24, 11:00 AM on IPTV
- Fri, June 20, 6:00 AM on IPTV-Plus
- Fri, June 20, 12:00 PM on IPTV-Plus
- Fri, June 20, 6:00 PM on IPTV-Plus
- Sat, June 21, 12:00 AM on IPTV-Plus
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Holiday Beef Tenderloin Dinner (#809)
Roast Beef Tenderloin with Caramelized Onions and Mushroom Stuffing and Creamy Mashed Potatoes.
- Sat, May 24, 4:00 PM on IPTV-Digital
- Sun, May 25, 1:00 AM on IPTV-Digital
- Fri, June 6, 6:00 AM on IPTV-Plus
- Fri, June 6, 12:00 PM on IPTV-Plus
- Fri, June 6, 6:00 PM on IPTV-Plus
- Sat, June 7, 12:00 AM on IPTV-Plus
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Lemon Layer Cake (#802)
The crew put lemon layer cake through the rigors of the Test Kitchen. Cake mixes are taste test tested.
- Sun, May 25, 5:00 AM on IPTV-Plus
- Sun, May 25, 11:00 AM on IPTV-Plus
- Sun, May 25, 5:00 PM on IPTV-Plus
- Sun, May 25, 11:00 PM on IPTV-Plus
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Italian-American Classics (#803)
The kitchen is turned into Little Italy with recipes for baked manicotti and cheesy garlic bread.
- Mon, May 26, 5:00 AM on IPTV-Plus
- Mon, May 26, 11:00 AM on IPTV-Plus
- Mon, May 26, 5:00 PM on IPTV-Plus
- Mon, May 26, 11:00 PM on IPTV-Plus
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Cookie Jar Favorites (#804)
The team reveals the best recipes for triple chocolate cookies and brown sugar cookies.
- Wed, May 28, 5:00 AM on IPTV-Plus
- Wed, May 28, 11:00 AM on IPTV-Plus
- Wed, May 28, 5:00 PM on IPTV-Plus
- Wed, May 28, 11:00 PM on IPTV-Plus
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Kansas City Barbecue (#805)
Sticky ribs and beans bring Kansas City-style barbecue into the kitchen. Taste test: pickles.
- Fri, May 30, 5:00 AM on IPTV-Plus
- Fri, May 30, 11:00 AM on IPTV-Plus
- Fri, May 30, 5:00 PM on IPTV-Plus
- Fri, May 30, 11:00 PM on IPTV-Plus
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Lightening Up Chocolate Desserts (#818)
The team shares guilt-free recipes for low-fat chocolate mousse and low-fat chocolate brownies.
- Sat, May 31, 11:00 AM on IPTV
- Sun, June 22, 6:00 AM on IPTV-Plus
- Sun, June 22, 12:00 PM on IPTV-Plus
- Sun, June 22, 6:00 PM on IPTV-Plus
- Mon, June 23, 12:00 AM on IPTV-Plus
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Pasta and Tomatoes Reimagined (#810)
Kimball prepares a dinner of penne with vodka sauce and pasta Caprese. A stock pot is tested.
- Sat, May 31, 4:00 PM on IPTV-Digital
- Sun, June 1, 1:00 AM on IPTV-Digital
- Sun, June 8, 6:00 AM on IPTV-Plus
- Sun, June 8, 12:00 PM on IPTV-Plus
- Sun, June 8, 6:00 PM on IPTV-Plus
- Mon, June 9, 12:00 AM on IPTV-Plus
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French Classics (#806)
Vicariously visit the bistros of Paris with recipes for Coq Au Vin and Chocolate Pots de Cr#me.
- Sun, June 1, 6:00 AM on IPTV-Plus
- Sun, June 1, 12:00 PM on IPTV-Plus
- Sun, June 1, 6:00 PM on IPTV-Plus
- Mon, June 2, 12:00 AM on IPTV-Plus
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Coffeehouse Treats (#807)
Take a coffee break with tempting blueberry scones & bran muffins. Taste some strawberry preserves.
- Mon, June 2, 6:00 AM on IPTV-Plus
- Mon, June 2, 12:00 PM on IPTV-Plus
- Mon, June 2, 6:00 PM on IPTV-Plus
- Tue, June 3, 12:00 AM on IPTV-Plus
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Fish on the Grill (#819)
Kimball prepares delicious Charcoal-grilled Blackened Red Snapper and Glazed Grilled Salmon.
- Sat, June 7, 11:00 AM on IPTV
- Mon, June 23, 6:00 AM on IPTV-Plus
- Mon, June 23, 12:00 PM on IPTV-Plus
- Mon, June 23, 6:00 PM on IPTV-Plus
- Tue, June 24, 12:00 AM on IPTV-Plus
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Salted Turkey and Green Beans (#811)
A surprising ingredient delivers delicious flavor in this recipe for roast salted turkey.
- Sat, June 7, 4:00 PM on IPTV-Digital
- Sun, June 8, 1:00 AM on IPTV-Digital
- Mon, June 9, 6:00 AM on IPTV-Plus
- Mon, June 9, 12:00 PM on IPTV-Plus
- Mon, June 9, 6:00 PM on IPTV-Plus
- Tue, June 10, 12:00 AM on IPTV-Plus
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White Chicken Chili and Corn Bread (#812)
The delicious recipes will satisfy hungry diners on a cold night. Tortilla chips are taste tested.
- Wed, June 11, 6:00 AM on IPTV-Plus
- Wed, June 11, 12:00 PM on IPTV-Plus
- Wed, June 11, 6:00 PM on IPTV-Plus
- Thu, June 12, 12:00 AM on IPTV-Plus
- Sat, June 14, 4:00 PM on IPTV-Digital
- Sun, June 15, 1:00 AM on IPTV-Digital
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French Apple Tart (#813)
Kimball and the crew prepare a delicious French apple tart complete with the perfect crust.
- Fri, June 13, 6:00 AM on IPTV-Plus
- Fri, June 13, 12:00 PM on IPTV-Plus
- Fri, June 13, 6:00 PM on IPTV-Plus
- Sat, June 14, 12:00 AM on IPTV-Plus
- Sat, June 21, 4:00 PM on IPTV-Digital
- Sun, June 22, 1:00 AM on IPTV-Digital
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Indian Favorites Simplified (#820)
Indian-style Curry with Potatoes, Cauliflower and Chickpeas and Chicken Tikka Masala are made.
- Sat, June 14, 11:00 AM on IPTV
- Wed, June 25, 6:00 AM on IPTV-Plus
- Wed, June 25, 12:00 PM on IPTV-Plus
- Wed, June 25, 6:00 PM on IPTV-Plus
- Thu, June 26, 12:00 AM on IPTV-Plus
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Chicken in a Skillet (#814)
Dinner is a snap with Parmesan-crusted Chicken Breasts & Pan-roasted Chicken with crispy potatoes.
- Sun, June 15, 6:00 AM on IPTV-Plus
- Sun, June 15, 12:00 PM on IPTV-Plus
- Sun, June 15, 6:00 PM on IPTV-Plus
- Mon, June 16, 12:00 AM on IPTV-Plus
- Sat, June 28, 4:00 PM on IPTV-Digital
- Sun, June 29, 1:00 AM on IPTV-Digital
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Pizza Party (#815)
Recipes for pepperoni pan pizza and antipasto pasta salad. Taste test: frozen pizza.
- Mon, June 16, 6:00 AM on IPTV-Plus
- Mon, June 16, 12:00 PM on IPTV-Plus
- Mon, June 16, 6:00 PM on IPTV-Plus
- Tue, June 17, 12:00 AM on IPTV-Plus
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Fish and Chips (#709)
Kimball and his team recreate classic the pub food while using deep fryers and candy thermometers.
- Sat, June 21, 5:00 AM on IPTV-Plus
- Sat, June 21, 11:00 AM on IPTV-Plus
- Sat, June 21, 5:00 PM on IPTV-Plus
- Sat, June 21, 11:00 PM on IPTV-Plus
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Grilled Cornish Hens (#821)
Impress guests with Grill-Roasted Cornish Game Hens and Rice Salad with Oranges, Olives and Almonds.
- Sat, June 21, 11:00 AM on IPTV
- Fri, June 27, 6:00 AM on IPTV-Plus
- Fri, June 27, 12:00 PM on IPTV-Plus
- Fri, June 27, 6:00 PM on IPTV-Plus
- Sat, June 28, 12:00 AM on IPTV-Plus
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Easy Skillet Suppers (#822)
The team cooks up delicious one-pot recipes of skillet-baked ziti and skillet beef Stroganoff.
- Sat, June 28, 11:00 AM on IPTV
- Sun, June 29, 6:00 AM on IPTV-Plus
- Sun, June 29, 12:00 PM on IPTV-Plus
- Sun, June 29, 6:00 PM on IPTV-Plus
Past Episodes
These episodes of America's Test Kitchen from Cook's Illustrated aired in the last few months on Iowa Public Television.
- Pizza Party (#815)
- Chicken in a Skillet (#814)
- French Apple Tart (#813)
- White Chicken Chili and Corn Bread (#812)
- Salted Turkey and Green Beans (#811)
- Pasta and Tomatoes Reimagined (#810)
- Holiday Beef Tenderloin Dinner (#809)
- Asian Take-Out at Home (#808)
- Coffeehouse Treats (#807)
- French Classics (#806)
- Kansas City Barbecue (#805)
- Cookie Jar Favorites (#804)
- Italian-American Classics (#803)
- Lemon Layer Cake (#802)
- Rainy Day BBQ Pork Chops (#801)
- Summer Cookout (#726)
- 30-Minute Skillet Casseroles (#725)
- Beef and Beer Stew (#724)
- Grand Slam Breakfast (#723)
- Apple Desserts (#722)
- Brisket BBQ (#721)
- Chicken and Stuffing (#720)
- More Low-Fat Makeovers (#719)
- Chocolate Cake (#718)
- Fancy Meat and Potatoes (#717)
- Beer Can Chicken (#716)
- Flame On! (#715)
- Skillet Dinners (#714)
- Staying In for Chinese Take-Out (#713)
- Pucker Up - Citrus Desserts (#712)
- Spaghetti House Favorites (#711)
- Rainy Day BBQ (#710)
- Fish and Chips (#709)
- More Meat and Potatoes (#708)
- Strawberry Cream Cake (#707)
- Pork (#706)
- More Tex Mex Favorites (#705)
- Chicken Kiev (#704)
- Chocolate Desserts (#703)
- Not Your Average Stir Fry (#702)
- Low-Fat Cheesecake (#701)


