America's Test Kitchen From Cook's Illustrated · SEASON 26
Pan-Seared Halibut and Ma’amoul
Episode 8 · 2025-11-08

- Documentary
Episode overview
Test cook Ben Mims prepares Pan-Seared Halibut with Wilted Bitter Salad for host Bridget Lancaster. Tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Bridget and host Julia Collin Davison to a tasting of frozen puff pastries. And test cook Erica Turner makes Julia buttery Ma’amoul, or semolina cookies.
Season 26 episodes
1. Make-Ahead Masterclass2025-09-20
2. Flavor-Packed Pastas2025-09-27
3. Corn Cakes and Chowder2025-10-04
4. Turkey Lasagna and Chocolate Sorbet2025-10-11
5. Farmer’s Brunch2025-10-18
6. Ice Cream Cake2025-10-25
7. Two Takes on Chicken and Rice2025-11-01
8. Pan-Seared Halibut and Ma’amoul2025-11-08
9. New Thanksgiving Favorites2025-11-15
10. Taiwanese Staples2025-12-06
11. The Ultimate Holiday Dinner Party2025-12-13
12. Zesty Salmon and Salad2026-01-03
13. Weeknight Chicken and Mashed Potatoes2026-01-10
14. Mediterranean Eggplant Dishes2026-01-17
15. Catalan Supper2026-01-24
16. Breakfast from Scratch2026-01-31
17. A Taste of Sichuan2026-02-07
18. A Tale of Two Pastas2026-02-14
19. Savory Mexican Classics2026-04-04
20. Comforting Japanese Dinners2026-04-11
21. Maple Pork Chops and Squash Soup2026-04-18
22. Seafood Stew and Salmon Burgers2026-04-25
23. New England Clambake2026-05-02
24. Tandoori Salmon and Broiled Zucchini2026-05-09
25. Petite French Pastries2026-05-16
26. Grilled Flank Steak and Chili Crisp Noodles2026-05-23