By Food Friends
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Do you love the smell of simmering soup and freshly baked cookies filling your kitchen... but don't think you can manage cooking all that on a busy weekday?
In this bite-sized episode, we share delicious moments about the best things we ate this week to inspire each other – and you!
You’ll want to make a super easy, viral "glow" soup; it's velvety, full of nutrients, and fully plant-based. And for dessert, you’ll get inspired to whip up perfectly crispy-edged, chewy, chocolate chunk tahini cookies that come together in minutes.
Tune in for a quick dose of home cooking inspiration!
This holiday season, are you searching for easy party snacks that you can make-ahead so you can relax and enjoy your own party?
Whether you're asked to bring an appetizer to a gathering or you’re hosting a holiday get-together, coming up with fresh, crowd-pleasing hors d’oeuvres can be a challenge. This episode offers creative party snacks from two former personal chefs who will help you create a memorable party!
In this episode, you’ll discover:
Listen now to discover a world of party snacks that will keep your guests talking and your gatherings deliciously unforgettable!
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Links
Martha Stewart’s blanched snowpeas stuffed with boursin cheese
Endive boats with pear and blue cheese from The Yellow Table
Amelia Satlsman’s roasted almonds and green olives, you can also find her squash puree for crostini in the The Santa Monica Farmers’ Market Cookbook or try this butternut squash puree
Three ingredient goat cheese stuffed dates from Live Eat Learn
Sonya’s beet-cured gravlax
Ottolenghi’s butternut squash and tahini spread
Tarte au soleil from Smitten Kitchen
Mississippi roast by Jenn Crippen for All Recipes, and the NYT Cooking version
Classic queso dip from All Recipes, and one without the Velveeta from Recipe Tin Eats
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Are you in search of a salad that actually tastes exciting AND you can make-ahead for meal prep or your next potluck?
In this bite-sized episode, we share delicious moments about the best things we ate this week to inspire each other – and you!
By the end of this episode, you’ll discover two winning make-ahead seasonal salads. You’ll want to try a colorful, nutty Napa cabbage salad that will hold up for days, or an equally stunning radicchio salad filled with comforting bites of dates and salted walnuts.
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LINKS:
Tune in for a quick dose of home cooking inspiration!
Sonya’s Napa cabbage salad with peanut dressing
Gochujang salmon from Cooking Therapy
David Tanis’ persimmon salad with radicchio and walnuts from NYT Cooking, and radicchio salad with dates and hazelnuts by Joanna Weir from Epicurious
Indian pav bhaji from Indian Healthy Recipes, and another from Cook with Manal
Pomegranate molasses salad dressing by Maureen Abood and whole grain dijon maple vinaigrette from Plays Well With Butter
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Do you feel overwhelmed by the onslaught of Thanksgiving recipes and techniques coming at you?
Tune into our episode to unlock your best holiday meal. We’re covering 5 essentials: classic roast turkey, the creamiest mashed potatoes, rich gravy, an exciting veggie side, and a stunning dessert.
By the end of this episode, you’ll discover:
Listen now to create a Thanksgiving feast filled with essential dishes and expert tips that guarantee a smooth, memorable holiday!
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Links:
Classic plug-in turkey roaster
How to dry brine a turkey from The Kitchn
Digital meat thermometer
Sonya’s go-to roast turkey
Turkey stock from roasted turkey wings from How Sweet Eats
Classic last-minute gravy with turkey stock by Julia Moskin and Kim Severeson for NYT Cooking
Ultra creamy mashed potatoes made with a ricer or food mill by Andy Baraghani for Bon Appetit
And perfect mashed potatoes (no special gear required) by Elise Bauer for Simply Recipes
How to reheat mashed potatoes from The Kitchn
Hetty Lui McKinnon’s sticky gochujang brussels sprouts from her cookbook Tenderheart
Green beans in mustard vinaigrette and then top with our favorite Freddy Guy hazelnuts
Garlicky Haricot Vert from Food & Wine; strongly recommend using olive oil instead of butter or beef tallow so you can serve them at room temperature
Cranberry lime pie by Ann Redding and Matt Danzer for Bon Appetit
Martha Stewart’s perfect pumpkin pie recipe
Previous Thanksgiving Episodes:
Thanksgiving with Seth & Lauren Rogen!
What do you bring to a potluck?
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Have you ever picked up a haul of mushrooms and felt stumped on how to make the most of them?
In this bite-sized episode, we share delicious moments about the best things we ate this week to inspire each other – and you!
By the end of this episode, you’ll discover how a kitchen fail can take an unexpected turn thanks to the gift of foraged mushrooms. And you’ll learn how to make a seasonal upgrade to classic French onion soup that relies on a slow cooker and some simple roasted mushrooms.
Tune in for a quick dose of home cooking inspiration!
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Links:
Mushroom brush
Sauteed chanterelles mushrooms with butter and garlic from The Polonist
Mushroom and gruyere grilled cheese from Always from Scratch
Slow cooker caramelized onions from Gimme Some Oven
Garlic butter roasted mushrooms from Smitten Kitchen
Caramelized French onion and mushroom soup from Williams Sonoma (just add farro to make it like Kari’s!)
Slow cooker beans from Jennifer’s Kitchen
Slow cooker apple butter from Family Food On The Table
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Are you bored with serving the same old veggie recipes week after week? Do you wish you could transform everyday ingredients into easy, vibrant, plant-forward meals?
Tune in to our conversation with Justine Doiron of Justine Snacks. Justine has inspired countless home cooks with her viral vegetable-centric recipes and her passion for making seasonal produce the star of any meal.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
Don’t miss this chance to learn about Justine’s practical, approachable take on plant-forward cooking, and bring more vegetable-first, flavor-packed meals into your own kitchen!
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Links:
Grab a copy of Justine Doiron’s new cookbook: “Justine Cooks”
Discover more of Justine’s recipes on TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, and her website
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Recipes from this episode:
Spinach and ricotta gnudi
Zhoug beans with crispy potatoes
Crispy lime cabbage with turmeric white bean mash
Upside-down blueberry cake
Tiramisu cookie
The world-famous Butter Board
Ina Garten’s engagement roast chicken recipe
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Order Sonya's debut cookbook Braids for more Food Friends recipes!
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Want more support in the kitchen? We’re expanding our offerings and would love your input. Fill out our survey and enter our giveaway!
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Is your week feeling extra full and hectic? Are you searching for satisfying meals that will warm up your day?
In this bite-sized episode, we share delicious moments about the best things we ate this week to inspire each other – and you!
You’ll discover a surprising 10-minute breakfast that’s gluten-free and full of flavor, and you’ll also learn how to make a comforting batch of classic cabbage rolls… and what to do if your recipe doesn’t go quite as planned.
Tune in for a quick dose of home cooking inspiration!
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Links:
Noona buckwheat flour pancake mix
Sonya’s stuffed cabbage recipe and her vegetarian stuffed cabbage, both of which can also be found in her cookbook, Braids
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Want more support in the kitchen?
We’re expanding our offerings and would love your input. Fill out our survey to be entered in our giveaway, and for more home cooking inspiration, sign up for our free Substack!
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What’s your ultimate comfort food on those chilly, bone-tired days?
Sometimes you need soul-soothing meals that offer comfort but don’t require hours in the kitchen or a pile of dishes; and other times, comfort can mean spending a day in a warm, cozy kitchen.
This week, we explore our top one-pot wonder dinners, warming you from the inside out while keeping the mess to a minimum.
By the end of the episode, you’ll:
Tune in now to master the art of one-pot meals that will fill your home with mouthwatering aromas and will simplify your busy weeknight cooking!
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LINKS:
Ali Salgle’s one-pot broccoli mac and cheese for NYT Cooking
One-pot bucatini with cauliflower and capers from Martha Stewart
Ina Garten’s easy turkey lasagna
One-pot chicken meatballs with greens by Yasmin Farh for NYT Cooking
Braised coconut chickpeas with greens by Faith Durand for The Kitchn i
Sheet-pan bibimbap by Eric Kim for NYT Cooking
Slow cooker/Crock Pot tortilla soup from Spend With Pennies
Sarah DiGregorio’s slow cooker pasta e fagioli for NYT Cooking
20-minute rotisserie chicken tortilla soup (without a slow cooker) by Olivia Adriance
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After a long commute home, are you craving a dinner you can whip up straight from your pantry?
In this bite-sized episode, we share delicious moments about the best things we ate this week to inspire each other – and you!
You’ll want to cook up this easy vegetarian pasta with lentils that comes together in 25 minutes or less, and you’ll learn the secret to making the crispiest vegetarian schnitzel for a comfort dinner that will delight any diner at your table!
Tune in for a quick dose of home cooking inspiration!
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Links:
Zucchini schnitzel aka fried zucchini from Spend with Pennies
Lentils with pasta and caramelized onions by Mark Bittman for NYT Cooking
Episode 23 – All about our failures and firings as personal chefs
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Feeling a chill in the air and looking for a way to warm up after a busy fall day?
As the days get shorter and cooler, we crave comfort food that are nourishing, while still simple to make at home. But with so many different recipes out there, how do you choose a soup that will truly hit the spot?
Whether you want a quick weeknight option or a slow-simmered weekend treat, this episode will inspire you to make the most of soup season. By the end of this episode, you’ll…
Tune in now to learn how to create soul-warming soups that will carry you through autumn and into winter with ease and comfort!
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Links:
The viral TikTok “Glow Soup” by Maddie Harrington/Nutriouslyeasy
Similar to Kari’s soup: Andouille sausage + black bean soup with fire-roasted tomatoes by Sarah Carey for Martha Stewart, or this sausage, kale, and lentil soup (just swap the tomatoes for fire-roasted ones)
Olia Hercules’ Tarragon Soup from her cookbook Kaukasis: The culinary journey through Georgia, Azerbaijan & beyond
Classic French onion soup with beef stock and white wine, and a mushroom farro version from NYT Cooking
Slow cooker carmelized onions from Gimme Some Oven
Parsnip soup options – Easiest parsnip soup form Taming Twins , Carrot-Parsnip Soup from NYT Cooking, and Apple parsnip soup from Dana’s Table
White chicken chili (with 3 different methods!) from Add a Pinch, and a 5-ingredient white chicken chili from Gimme Some Oven
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