In the Test Kitchen

The hosts debate what makes the “perfect” chocolate chip cookie — chewy vs crispy, thick vs thin, bakery-style vs homemade. They test several cookie recipes while exploring the sci...

This episode compares smash burgers, pub burgers, and meatloaf-style burgers to answer one question: what is the ideal burger? The hosts discuss meat blends, fat content, toppings,...

The team explores whether truly great fried chicken can be made at home. They compare multiple styles of fried chicken, focusing on crunchy vs crispy texture, seasoning, batter sci...

The hosts debate different pizza traditions, including Neapolitan, thin-crust, and Detroit-style pizza. They discuss dough fermentation, cheese choices, sauce balance, and why peop...

This episode examines what actually defines a muffin and why bakery-style muffins became so popular. The group compares sweet and savory muffins while discussing texture, domed top...

The hosts try to prove salads can be more than a boring side dish. They analyze what makes salads satisfying, including texture contrast, acidity, freshness, crunch, herbs, and dre...