Ep 7. Dinner from the Prairie
- TV-NR
- October 11, 2014
- 25 min
In Cook's Country from America's Test Kitchen season 7 episode 7, the team goes on a culinary adventure to the American Prairie and presents a mouth-watering six-course dinner. In this episode, they explore the flavors and ingredients of the mid-western region.
The episode kicks off with Bridget and Julia exploring the history of the classic prairie dish, the Chicken Fried Steak. They highlight the importance of using cube steak, the perfect mix of spices for the batter, and the right amount of gravy to top it off.
Next, the team heads to the grill to cook up a perfect ribeye steak. They show how to achieve a perfect char on the steak and a delicious side dish of buttery garlic potatoes.
In the following segment, Dan shares his recipe for Cornbread Stuffing. He explains how to use cornbread as the base, mix in sausage, and add just the right amount of herbs and spices to achieve the perfect balance of flavors.
The team then takes a trip to the garden to prepare a healthy and flavorful side dish of roasted vegetables. They use a variety of fresh vegetables such as carrots, parsnips, and Brussels sprouts, and highlight the importance of seasoning and timing when it comes to achieving perfectly roasted vegetables.
Later in the show, Erin shares her recipe for Blackberry Cobbler. She demonstrates how to mix the perfect biscuit dough and shows how to make a delicious blackberry filling that is neither too sweet nor too tart.
Finally, in the last segment, Christopher shows an innovative way to make a Brown Butter Bourbon Tart. He emphasizes the importance of using brown butter to bring out a nutty, caramel flavor, and shows how to infuse bourbon into the tart without overpowering the delicate balance of flavors.
Throughout the episode, the team shares their expertise in cooking with fresh ingredients and using proper techniques to achieve the perfect balance of flavors. So, join them in this culinary journey through the American Prairie and discover the amazing and delicious meals you can prepare at home.
