About this season
A team of cooks travel the country and scour the history books to find the very best traditional and contemporary American dishes, then bring them back to the test kitchen and develop practical, approachable recipes.
Episodes (18)
1. Cast Iron Everything
Aired 20 August 2022
Lawman Johnson makes host Bridget Lancaster Japanese Steakhouse Steak and Vegetables, and Toni Tipton-Martin discusses the legacy of a Japanese Steakhouse in the US. Adam Ried shares his top picks for cast iron skillets. Bryan Roof makes host Julia Collin Davison Charred Cherry Tomatoes with Bell Peppers and Mozzarella.
2. New England for Everyone
Aired 27 August 2022
Christie Morrison makes host Julia Collin Davison Woodman's-Style Clam Chowder. Tasting expert Jack Bishop explains how to eat oysters at home and Adam reviews inexpensive blenders. Toni Tipton-Martin talks about how to humanely cook lobster, and Ashley Moore cooks host Bridget Lancaster Hot Buttered Lobster Rolls.
3. Low Country Party
Aired 3 September 2022
Morgan Bolling makes host Julia Collin Davison Okra and Shrimp Stew, and Toni Tipton-Martin shares the story of the Gullah Geechee people. Equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his top picks for lightweight Dutch ovens. Julia makes host Bridget Lancaster Pickled Shrimp.
4. Midwestern Favorites
Aired 10 September 2022
Hosts Bridget Lancaster and Julia Collin Davison make a Minnesota favorite Tater Tot Hotdish. Toni Tipton-Martin talks about the first printed hotdish recipe and a fun Congressional competition. Equipment expert Adam Ried reviews corn strippers, and Christie Morrison makes Buckeye Candies from the Recipe Box. Ashley Moore makes Bridget Wisconsin Butter Burgers.
5. Fried Chicken and Biscuits
Aired 17 September 2022
Christie Morrison makes host Julia Collin Davison Lard-Fried Chicken, and Toni Tipton-Martin delves into the history of Edna Lewis' famous fried chicken. Tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges host Bridget Lancaster to a tasting of regional potato chips, and Bryan Roof makes a BLT Salad from the Recipe Box. Morgan Boiling makes Bridget Blueberry Biscuits.
6. Thai Comforts
Aired 24 September 2022
Bryan Roof visits Portland, Oregon and shares his version of Khao Man Gai (Thai-Style Chicken and Rice) with host Bridget Lancaster. Toni Tipton-Martin talks about holy basil, and Lawman Johnson makes host Julia Collin Davison Pad Gra Prow (Holy Basil Stir-Fry).
7. Seafood Two Ways
Aired 1 October 2022
Ashley Moore makes host Bridget Lancaster Seafood Fra Diavolo, and Toni Tipton-Martin shares the story behind the recipe's name. Tasting expert Jack Bishop explains when to splurge at the grocery store, and Morgan Bolling makes Roasted Garlic-Parmesan Bread from the Recipe Box. Christie Morrison makes host Julia Collin Davison Salmon Piccata.
8. Two Tastes from the Bay Area
Aired 8 October 2022
Bryan Roof visits Oakland, California and shares his version of Sinigang with host Julia Collin Davison. Toni Tipton-Martin shares the backstory of the food incubator La Cocina, and Morgan Bolling makes host Bridget Lancaster Neorm Sach Moan.
9. Never Enough Chocolate
Aired 15 October 2022
Christie Morrison makes host Bridget Lancaster Chocolate Babka, and Toni Tipton-Martin shares the history of babka and its Seinfeld connection. Tasting expert Jack Bishop reveals his top picks for espresso powder. Ashley Moore makes host Julia Collin Davison foolproof Chocolate Fudge.
10. Pennsylvanian Melting Pot
Aired 22 October 2022
Lawman Johnson makes host Bridget Lancaster Transylvania Goulash. Tasting expert Jack Bishop takes a deep dive into heirloom beans, and Morgan Bolling makes Shredded Swiss Chard Salad from the Recipe Box. Toni Tipton-Martin talks about escarole, and Christie Morrison makes host Julia Collin Davison Beans and Greens.
11. Cajun Country
Aired 29 October 2022
Bryan Roof visits Marksville, Louisiana and shares his version of Cajun Rice Dressing with host Julia Collin Davison. Toni Tipton-Martin explains the difference between Creole and Cajun rice. Ashley Moore makes host Bridget Lancaster Stuffed Turkey Wings.
12. Endless Dessert
Aired 5 November 2022
Host Bridget Lancaster makes host Julia Collin Davison Banana Pudding Pie. Tasting expert Jack Bishop explains different vanilla products. Toni Tipton-Martin shares the story of Augustus Jackson’s eggless ice cream, and Morgan Bolling makes Bridget No-Churn Ice Cream.
13. Old New Mexico
Aired 12 November 2022
Bryan Roof makes host Julia Collin Davison Gorditas. Equipment expert Adam Ried shares his top picks for tortilla presses. Christie Morrison makes host Bridget Lancaster New Mexican Biscochitos, and Toni Tipton-Martin talks about the history of these cookies.
14. Chuck Roast and Potatoes
Aired 19 November 2022
Morgan Bolling makes host Bridget Lancaster Roasted Beef Chuck Roast with Horseradish-Parsley Sauce, and Toni Tipton-Martin talks about medicinal uses for horseradish. Equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his top picks for kitchen timers. Bryan Roof makes host Julia Collin Davison Torn and Fried Potatoes, and Lawman Johnson makes Creamed Spinach from the Recipe Box.
15. Saucy Italian-Inspired Dinners
Aired 26 November 2022
Ashley Moore makes host Julia Collin Davison Spaghetti Carbonara. Tasting expert Jack Bishop shares tips for buying eggs, and Lawman Johnson makes Fried Artichokes from the Recipe Box. Toni Tipton-Martin talks about ancient potato preserving techniques, and Julia makes host Bridget Lancaster Instant Mashed Potato Gnocchi al Forno.
16. Pork Roast and Orange Cake
Aired 3 December 2022
Christie Morrison makes host Julia Collin Davison Roast Pork Loin with 40 Cloves of Garlic, and Toni Tipton-Martin talks about the original 40 cloves of garlic recipe. Equipment expert Adam Ried shares his top picks for hand mixers. Lawman Johnson makes host Bridget Lancaster a show-stopping Orange Upside-Down Cake.
17. Bar Snacks
Aired 10 December 2022
Lawman Johnson makes host Bridget Lancaster New England Bar Pizza, and Toni Tipton-Martin talks about the different pizza styles in the region. Equipment expert Adam Ried shares his top picks for grill pans, and Christie Morrison makes Spinach and Artichoke Dip from the Recipe Box. Ashley Moore makes host Julia Collin Davison Lemon Pepper Wings.
18. The Cuban Sandwich Show
Aired 17 December 2022
Bryan Roof visits the Cuban Sandwich Festival in Tampa, Florida. Bryan makes host Bridget Lancaster the ultimate Cuban Sandwich, with homemade Cuban Bread and Roast Pork with Mojo. Tasting expert Jack Bishop and host Julia Collin Davison taste our favorite mustards.