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In “America’s Test Kitchen From Cook’s Illustrated,” a team of expert chefs continue to provide viewers with practical recipes and recommendations that they can use to save money, time and effort in the kitchen. With its uniquely scientific flavor, the show uses blind tasting judges, flash animations and laboratory procedures to answer a variety of kitchen questions. Putting everything from pasta and pasta pots, cheese and cheese graters, as well as host Chris Kimball to the test, this series offers surprises that often defy price points and move beyond fancy packaging and brand expectations. Season 14, Episode 26Sweet American ClassicsJune 28, 2014The Season 14 finale features lemon chiffon pie; and marbled blueberry bundt cake. Also: coffee gadgets.Season 14, Episode 25Grilling Goes InternationalJune 21, 2014Grilled lamb kofte; Tunisian-style grilled vegetables. Also: favorite skewers; a hummus taste-off.Season 14, Episode 24Grilled and GlazedJune 14, 2014Grilled glazed pork tenderloin roast; grilled glazed boneless and skinless chicken breasts. Also: inexpensive chef’s knives are reviewed.Season 14, Episode 23Summertime DessertsJune 7, 2014Berry trifle; fresh peach pie.Season 14, Episode 22Quick and Easy Rib DinnerMay 31, 2014Grilled glazed baby back ribs; grilled corn with basil and lemon butter. Also: charcoal grills are reviewed.Season 14, Episode 21Easy Summer SupperMay 24, 2014Grilled lemon chicken with rosemary; beets with lemon and almonds. Also: skillets and saucepans are reviewed.Season 14, Episode 20Best Barbecued Chicken and CornbreadMay 17, 2014Sweet and tangy barbecued chicken; cornbread. Also: a barbecue sauce taste-off.Season 14, Episode 19Spiced-Up Cuban CuisineMay 10, 2014Cuban cuisine is discussed with chef Maricel Presilla of Zafra Kitchens in New York. Also: Cuban-style picadillo; Cuban shredded beef; tortilla presses.Season 14, Episode 18Elegant Brunch FavoritesMay 3, 2014How to make brioche; and lemon ricotta pancakes. Also: reviews of brioche pans; a bacon taste-off.Season 14, Episode 17At the Seafood CounterApril 26, 2014How to make garlicky roasted shrimp with parsley and anise; and oven-steamed mussels. Also: cast-iron skillets and Dutch ovens are discussed.Season 14, Episode 16Great American SandwichesApril 19, 2014How to make Philly cheesesteaks; and New England lobster rolls. Also: knife-sharpening tips; a scrub brush pick.Season 14, Episode 15Hearty Spanish and Italian Soups, RevampedApril 12, 2014How to make Italian wedding soup; and Spanish-style lentil and chorizo soup. Also: a chicken broth taste-off.Season 14, Episode 14Oatmeal Muffins and GranolaApril 5, 2014How to make oatmeal muffins; and almond granola with dried fruit. Also: drip coffee makers.Season 14, Episode 13It’s Pasta Night!March 29, 2014Spaghetti carbonara; summer pasta puttanesca. Also: the science behind proteins in eggs; a green olives taste-off; and viewer questions.Season 14, Episode 12Let’s Start With SoupMarch 22, 2014Wild rice and mushroom soup; creamy cauliflower soup. Also: a wild rice taste-off.Season 14, Episode 11Special-Occasion RoastsMarch 15, 2014Pepper-crusted beef tenderloin roast; roast butterflied leg of lamb with coriander, cumin and mustard seeds. Also: pepper grinders.Season 14, Episode 10Decadent DessertsMarch 8, 2014Chocolate tart; butterscotch pudding. Also: kitchen gadgets.Season 14, Episode 9Revisiting Julia Child’s Roast TurkeyMarch 1, 2014Roast turkey with roasted root vegetables. Also: tools for making turkey.Season 14, Episode 8Classic Italian FareFebruary 22, 2014Chicken Parmesan; pasta alla Norcina. Also: kitchen gadgets.Season 14, Episode 7Salmon and LatkesFebruary 15, 2014Herb-crusted salmon; crispy potato latkes. Also: stovetop smokers are reviewed.Season 14, Episode 6From an Italian BakeryFebruary 8, 2014How to make Florentine lace cookies; and almond biscotti. Also: a coffee taste-off.Season 14, Episode 5French-style Dutch Oven DinnersFebruary 1, 2014French-style chicken and stuffing; French-style pork stew. Also: viewer questions.Season 14, Episode 4A Modern Take on Pizza and Grilled CheeseJanuary 25, 2014Thin-crust, whole-wheat pizza with garlic oil, three cheeses and basil; grilled cheese sandwiches with cheddar and shallot. Also: pizza gadgets; and a goat cheese taste-off.Season 14, Episode 3Three Ways With EggsJanuary 18, 2014Soft-cooked eggs; a fluffy omelet; fried eggs. Also: egg gadgets.Season 14, Episode 2A Fancy FinaleJanuary 11, 2014Chocolate-espresso dacquoise; the science behind egg whites. Also: viewer questions are fielded.Season 14, Episode 1Meat and Potatoes With PanacheJanuary 4, 2014The Season 14 premiere puts a modern twist on a French classic, beef Burgundy; and shows how to make braised red potatoes with lemon and chives. Also: potato ricers; the science behind potato starch.