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- E99 - Rachel Linden's Magical WritingThis week I'm talking with best-selling fiction author Rachel Linden. We're talking about her new book, The Magic of Lemon Drop Pie, and how she uses food and cooking to enhance the magical realism in her novels.The meal plan that I walk you through in this episode is full of lemony flavors in honor of Rachel's Lemon Drop Pie. Greek Lemon Soup comes together quickly and Garlic Bread with Lemon pairs beautifully with this Perfectly Cooked Steak. Head over to COOKtheSTORY.com/MealPlans to get the meal plan with links to recipes, and the printable grocery list that goes with it. This one is Meal Plan #99.25 min
- E98 - Chef Scotty Scott's Traditional and New School Soul FoodThis week I'm talking with cookbook author Scotty Scott. His new cookbook, Fix Me a Plate: Traditional and New School Soul Food, is one of NPR's top 10 cookbooks for 2022 so far. We talk about the origins of soul food, how it is defined, and how it has evolved.The meal plan that I walk you through in this episode is a back-to-school meal plan with some soul inspired by my conversation with Scotty. Fried Catfish is served over an easy Oven Polenta, which we use again later in the week as Polenta Cakes with Sautéed Shrimp. Head over to COOKtheSTORY.com/MealPlans to get the meal plan with links to recipes, and the printable grocery list that goes with it. This one is Meal Plan #98.23 min
- E97 - Once a Month Meals and Intentional Meal PlanningIt's almost time for the kids to go back to school, which means it is about to get BUSY, so I thought I'd revisit my interview with Erica Kiefer, formerly with Once a Month Meals, a company that is built around intentional meal-planning through freezer meals. We talk about how setting aside some time for meal planning, and stocking your freezer so you have an inventory of food to pull from, makes life a lot less stressful when comes to mealtimes during this busy season.The meal plan that I walk you through in this episode is a simple meal plan with some meals that can do double duty. Baked Pork Tenderloin with Garlic Butter is used for a Pork Fried Rice later in the week. Head over to COOKtheSTORY.com/MealPlans to get the meal plan with links to recipes, and the printable grocery list that goes with it. This one is Meal Plan #97.24 min
- E96 - Adriana Martin's Taco ObsessionThis week I'm talking with cookbook author Adriana Martin. Her beautiful new book, Taco Obsession: Essential Recipes to Celebrate the Flavors of Mexico, explores the history of tacos and is filled with delicious recipes. We talk about the types of tacos from the different regions of Mexico, and about what makes tacos so irresistible.The meal plan that I walk you through in this episode is all about shaking up Taco Tuesday. The Easiest Shrimp Tacos and Grilled Fajitas really showcase how versatile tacos can be. Head over to COOKtheSTORY.com/MealPlans to get the meal plan with links to recipes, and the printable grocery list that goes with it. This one is Meal Plan #96.25 min
- E95 - Cooking for Chronic Illness with Stephanie WeaverThis week I'm talking with writer, certified health and wellness coach, and speaker Stephanie Weaver about cooking for chronic illness. Her two books, The Migraine Relief Plan and The Migraine Relief Plan Cookbook, are designed to help people learn to control their individual lifestyle triggers.The meal plan that I walk you through in this episode is gluten-free. The Best Baked Chicken Breasts and Instant Pot Risotto from Day #2 does double-duty, coming together as Greek Lemon Soup on Day #4. Head over to COOKtheSTORY.com/MealPlans to get the meal plan with links to recipes, and the printable grocery list that goes with it. This one is Meal Plan #95.30 min
- E94 - Adapting Cooking to Life Changes with Amanda KeeferLife seems to be constantly changing these days (online school/in-person school, work from home/back to the office) so I thought it was a good time to revisit my conversation with Amanda Keefer from Healthy Family Project. She's a busy working mom of three who has had to alter her family's diet for health reasons. We talk about the changes that they've had to make and how the transition has been going.The meal plan that I walk you through in this episode is very vegetable-forward. No-Boil Feta Pasta Bake is a fantastic meat-free meal, and Vegetarian Fajitas are so easy yet full of flavor. Head over to COOKtheSTORY.com/MealPlans to get the meal plan with links to recipes, and the printable grocery list that goes with it. This one is Meal Plan #94.32 min
- E93 - Cooking Budget-Friendly Frozen FoodsThis week I'm talking with Pastry Consultant Jessica Ellington about her favorite tool in the kitchen, which unexpectedly is the freezer! She shares her best tips for freezing foods to maintain optimum freshness.The meal plan that I walk you through in this episode is making use of budget-friendly frozen foods. Sausages from Frozen comes together as a hoagie in no time, and Green Pea Soup with Ham makes good use of frozen green peas. Head over to COOKtheSTORY.com/MealPlans to get the meal plan with links to recipes, and the printable grocery list that goes with it. This one is Meal Plan #93.27 min
- E92 - Best Picky Eater and Chef Hacks with Rebecca AndexlerThis week I'm talking to Rebecca Andexler of the website Homemakers Habitat. Rebecca shares some of her best hacks to make food that appeals to picky eaters and is healthy too. She also dives back into culinary school to give us her most useful chef tips for home cooks.The meal plan that I walk you through in this episode is all about grilling. The Grilled Shrimp served with a lightened up Caesar Salad is quick and healthy and Grilled Fajitas are soooo delicious. Head over to COOKtheSTORY.com/MealPlans to get the meal plan with links to recipes, and the printable grocery list that goes with it. This one is Meal Plan #92.26 min
- E91 - Meal-Planning Strategies from a Real-Life Expert!I'm still on vacation this week so I'm reprising an interview with Dan Morris from the early days of my podcast. Dan is a fellow podcaster and is the father of ELEVEN kids. He has therefore - through necessity - become quite the expert at meal-planning. He shares his system for using what they already have in the pantry and freezer to generate their meal plans.The meal plan that I walk you through in this episode is full of efficient and simple meals, but still has a lot of variety. For instance, the Salsa Chicken from Day #3 will get repurposed for Chicken Tacos on Day #5. Head over to COOKtheSTORY.com/MealPlans to get the meal plan with links to recipes, and the printable grocery list that goes with it. This one is Meal Plan #91.37 min
- E90 - Choosing a Cooking Class That’s Right For YouThis week I'm talking to Jordan Hamons, owner of the Cincinnati-based cooking school, Tablespoon Cooking Co. We're talking about how she helps home cooks find more inspiration in the kitchen through her hands on cooking classes. In addition to sharing tips on making cooking more efficient, she also shares tips on choosing the right cooking class for you.The meal plan that I walk you through in this episode has so many fun meals. You'll love Hot Dog Sliders with Tropical Salsa and an easy-breezy recipe for Air Fryer Pizza. Head over to COOKtheSTORY.com/MealPlans to get the meal plan with links to recipes, and the printable grocery list that goes with it. This one is Meal Plan #90.27 min
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We’re here to inspire you with cooking ideas and to help you get delicious food on your table in a short format that fits into your busy life. In each episode, your host, Christine Pittman of COOKtheSTORY, gives you some exciting food for thought during her chat with a fascinating person from the cooking world. She then wraps up the episode with a 5-day meal plan full of tasty ideas so that you can spend less time planning and more time cooking (and eating!). Learn more about our guests and get our weekly meal plans at COOKtheSTORY.com/MealPlans
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If you're new to the show, check out our 1 year anniversary episode (#52) where we talk about how the show works and what we've learned after one year of talking with amazing guests about their struggles and victories in home time management.
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