Skip to main content
Back to Show
The Great American Recipe

The First Impressions

Season 4 Episode 1

For their first challenge, they have 60 minutes to introduce themselves to the judges with a recipe that represents their perfect meal. Then in the second round, the home cooks will have 60 minutes to prepare a dish that represents the region of the United States that they call home.

Only Available with Passport Starting
11/1/2025
Support Provided By
Season
The Great American Recipe Season 4
54:04
It's the finale and two rounds of cooking remain before one of the finalists gets named the winner.
A Taste Down Memory Lane
53:34
In week five, the home cooks have to make a dish from a family tradition and an heirloom recipe.
A Test of the Best
53:32
The home cooks step outside their comfort zones in two rounds of cooking.
The Bakes Are High
53:34
The home cooks prepare freshly made bread dishes and fruity treats for the annual bake sale.
Passing the Dish
53:34
The home cooks are back for week two, preparing dishes that show support and celebration.
The Grand Finale
Unlock with PBS Passport
54:04
The top three home cooks share their most treasured dishes in an unforgettable final round.
Defining Firsts and Family
Unlock with PBS Passport
53:35
Watch the home cooks make a life-changing dish for a chance to earn a spot to compete in the finale.
Outside the Comfort of Your Kitchen
Unlock with PBS Passport
53:34
The recipe swap challenge returns and the cooks share dishes for friends.
A Celebration of Flavors
Unlock with PBS Passport
53:34
Join the party in the barn as the home cooks serve up their best celebratory meals.
Home Baked
Unlock with PBS Passport
53:34
Savor the return of the second Great American Recipe Bake Sale.
A Spoonful of Love
Unlock with PBS Passport
53:34
Love is in the air as the home cooks share the dishes they make for loved ones.
Secrets and Staples
Unlock with PBS Passport
53:35
Watch the home cooks create recipes that reveal their favorite secret ingredients and go-to grains.
Active loading indicator