The Side Dish from America’s Test Kitchen

Midnight cravings call for comfy slippers, snacks, and zero judgment. Bridget and Julia slip into their evening wear to swap stories about their favorite late-night bites and drinks, from nostalgic regional specialties to scrappy retro snacks. Plus, listeners reveal the foods they reach for when it’s snack o’clock.

ATK Recipes mentioned in this episode:Strawberry Pretzel Salad

Julia and Bridget fire up the grill with a discussion about their go-to meats—while Julia tries to get the full details on Bridget’s pulled pork recipe. Along the way, they discuss the right (and safe) way to oil your grill, share some strong opinions on baby back ribs, and give plenty of smoky shade.

ATK Recipes mentioned in this episode:

Barbecued Pulled Pork on a Charcoal Grill,

Paella on the GrillBarbecued Beef Back Ribs,

Quick Collard Greens with Hot Pepper Vinegar

From nostalgic sweet treats to over-the-top cravings, Bridget and Julia dive into the foods they simply can’t resist and hear from listeners about their own indulgences. They match celebrities to their favorite guilty pleasures, swap stories of decadent dining, and reveal just how far they’d go for the perfect donut, barbecue, or wedge of cheese.

It’s out with the old and in with the new in this episode, where Julia and Bridget offer listeners spring cleaning tips and take a peek at each others’ junk drawers. 

ATK Recipes mentioned in this episode:

Weeknight Pasta Primavera

Chicago-Style Giadiniera