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Mesquite-Grilled Tacos Rasurados

Season 18 Episode 1822 | 27m 55s

Test cook Bryan Roof hits the road to Lockhart, Texas, where he explores its barbecuing traditions, and then cooks up some Barbecued Chuck Roast for host Bridget Lancaster. Toni Tipton-Martin shares the origins of ranch dressing. And test cook Kelly Song prepares a delightful Tomatillo and Bibb Lettuce Salad with Tomatillo Ranch for host Julia Collin Davison.

Aired: 09/19/25 | Expires: 09/19/26
Distributed nationally by American Public Television
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