Food FAQ - Recipes for the Home Cook (The food podcast with a sense of humor)

We're keeping the lunchbox game strong with ingenious ideas to make your little one's kindergarten lunches (or anyone, really) a hit! 🥪🎒   On day 3 of our Easy Lunch Ideas Series, today we're unveiling the magic of frozen chicken tenders – those versatile gems you never knew could revolutionize your lunch routine.    🍗 Frozen Tenders Transformed: Turn simple chicken tenders into lunchtime delig...

Busy parents, put the Lunchables down-  because we’re here for you!   As we continue our Easy Lunch Ideas Series, today we are spotlighting Eric’s favorite easy ingredient, rotisserie chicken!   Today's recipes will be:   🍗Easy AF: Mostly assembling and feeling like a good parent (for now). 🥪Nutritious: Made with real ingredients you can feel good about. 💰Money saving: Because rotisserie chicke...

Lunchbox ideas challenge accepted!   Welcome to our week-long Easy Lunch Ideas Series, where we will: Spotlight one magical ingredient per episode: Brace yourself because today’s is Naan Bread, our lunchtime hero! 🍞✨ Give you three ways to make it shine: That aren’t boring 🎩🐇 Guarantee Kid Approval: Because they’ve been kid tested.    So, tap that Play button now, and let’s get back to school...

Are you a sandwich slut, too? Here's why you need to listen:    French Onion Sandwich: A handheld twist on the classic soup! Quick Dinner Ideas: A dinner sandwich perfect for busy weeknights. Budget-Friendly: So you can eat AND pay your bills. Family-Friendly Dinners: Kids and adults will love it! Easy & Doable: Simple steps for a satisfying meal. Flavor-Packed: A burst of savory goodness in e...

Here's what listening in will get you:   No-bake Protein Balls: Quick and hassle-free recipe! Energy-Packed: Perfect for a mid-day boost or post-workout snack. Budget-Friendly: Wallet-friendly ingredients for all! Healthy Snack: High protein and doable. Lunchbox Snack Ideas: Ideal for both you and your kids' lunch breaks.   Tap Play NOW and let’s get ballsy with it.   😋👌    Non bullet point vers...

TLDR:    Learn about different types of cheesecakes, both sweet and savory! Discover the secrets behind the famous Basque cheesecake and how to nail it perfectly. Get the scoop on whether it’s worth your while making a healthy cheesecake recipe. 🍰🎙️   I got time, tell me more:   Who was the 5th Golden Girl?   Cheesecake, DUH!   When Blanche, Dorothy, Sofia, and Rose sat around their dining room t...

Picture this mouthwatering Kitchen Quickie:    It’s creamy, sweet, and indulgent WHILE being packed with protein (and low in sugar)!    Listen in as we dish all the deets on how to make a high-protein snack that’ll satisfy what ails you on those late nights. 😉    Press play, and get on your way to satisfying those sweet cravings!    We're going to have a blast exploring it together! 🥣🎙️   Let's...

Have you tried the world's most amazing salad yet?    It’s so good (and easy) you could basically serve it alongside a shoe 👞 and everything would be okay with the world.   It's the iceberg wedge salad with homemade blue cheese dressing, and let me tell you, it's a total game-changer! 😋   Picture this: Crisp iceberg lettuce, like a refreshing crunch party in your mouth, topped with this tangy an...

What’s sweet, salty, and tasty all over? No! It’s not just Mariela & Eric...   It’s our Teriyaki Chicken recipe!    Picture tender chicken, dripping in a lip-smacking teriyaki sauce that'll leave your taste buds cackling with joy. Here's why you'll love it:   🍗 Succulent Teriyaki Goodness: Juicy chicken coated in a sauce that'll make you go "Mmm!" ⏳ Quick & Easy: It’ll be on the table in...

What do make when you don’t want to eat out or cook a big ol’ meal?   It’s got to be the refreshing flavors of our creamy cucumber salad!   This easy-to-make salad is a delightful addition to any meal (especially the easy and unexpected one we talk about today), especially during hot summer days.    This quick dinner idea will get you fed and happy before you know it, and here’s why:   🥒 Crisp Cu...

Craving a lil' something yummy but don’t have a ton of time?   How does dinner in 15 minutes sound?   Check out why this recipe is a must-try:   🕒 Time-Saving Magic: Dinner in 15 minutes? F yes! Perfect for those crazy evenings when time is scarce!    🥖 French Bread Bliss: Transform a crusty French bread loaf into a heavenly pizza base bursting with flavor.    🎨 Customize it: Unleash your creat...

Preparing a quick and delicious pasta dish with sausage, peas, and mushrooms comes with several benefits:   FAST! Ready in 30-40 minutes: Perfect for those busy evenings when you're short on time. Convenient: A simple recipe that requires minimal effort and has easily available ingredients. Balanced: Get vegetables and protein into your dinner ensuring a well-rounded and nourishing meal. Family-Fr...

Anytime is a good time for pancakes!   We’re wrapping up our easy weeknight dinner meal plan with breakfast for dinner, or brinner as Mariela likes to call it!   Today, we’re sharing the best pancake recipe in the game (linked HERE ), and how to make creamy scrambled eggs, even the pickiest eaters will enjoy.    Also, we’re aiming to make your Saturday extra special with an easy tiramisu recipe yo...

What's better than a one pot meal?   As we continue our weekly meal ideas series, we’re sharing THE go-to quick meal for dinner that will absolutely become a beloved part of your rotation.    This beef stroganoff recipe comes to us by way of Damn Delicious.net and it’s a recipe I’ve gone back to time and time again.    We’re saving you time and money as we explain why this recipe makes an easy wee...

We're turning up the heat with a sizzling topic: stir-fry!    Join us as we give you our take on this classic dish.    AND, we’re sharing an unexpected ingredient that will make this leftover loving meal extra tasty while making your weeknight dinners a breeze.    Discover quick and easy meal ideas that will revolutionize your weekly meal plan, ensuring delicious family dinners without the fuss. ...

A pound of ground beef is like a blank canvas- let’s unleash all its potential together!   Today, we are sharing how to make homemade meatballs in a way that fits your midweek meal plan without taking the better part of FOREVER.    Also, there's a wheel of taco involved- more on that inside!   Settle in and discover family friendly dinner inspirations and clever kitchen hacks to spice up your meal...

This week we’re sharing creative & quick dinner ideas that’ll revolutionize your weekly meal planning!   From lightning-fast recipes to time-saving kitchen hacks, we've got your back.   Today, we’re talking all about how to make easy tomato sauce and ALL of its uses. This is a REAL time saver!   It’s time to simplify your life and satisfy your soul with food made with love- even if you’re shor...

TLDR:    Maximize your rotisserie chicken: Recipes to savor every delicious morsel and save money.    🔸Create 3 recipes using rotisserie chicken  🔸Kitchen hacks: Transforming leftovers into homemade chicken stock.    We’re turning that grocery budget out! You can’t miss this one!   Click play NOW and start eating well and saving a ton! _______________________________   I have some time to read:...

TLDR: 🔸 Why @BDylanHollis 2-Ingredient “Magic Oatmeal Cookies” recipe isn’t great.  🔸 How to tweak this viral TikTok recipe and make them shine. 🔸 When to serve them for kids and adults alike.    Bid farewell to TikTok fails and embrace cookie perfection.  Don't miss out as we continue to F around and find out.   Hit that play button now! 🎧🍪🎉 ___________________________ Tell me more, I have...

TLDR: 🎧🍽️🎉   In today’s episode:  🔸 The ultimate Hawaiian roll Cheeseburger sliders made simple: Bite-sized burger bliss!  🔸 Master the art of the Best Potato Salad: Creamy and satisfying.  🔸 Sip on our delectable Wine Cocktail creation: we’re calling it Tipsy Tea"™".    Cheers to easy elegance! Hit that play button now! ____________________________________________ I have some time to read:...

What's the ultimate cake mix hack?   Welcome to this week's Kitchen Quickie and get ready to indulge in the ultimate baking shortcut. Thanks to the magic math of box cake mix + cool whip, you’ll be able to create delectable Cool Whip cookies that satisfy your sweet tooth and impress with minimal effort.   Like most good quickies, this one hits the spot and let’s you get back to your Netflix binge...

Let’s infuse fun and flavor into your week with one of our favorite easy family meals: Arroz con pollo!   This recipe checks off all the boxes:   🍗 One pot meal   🍚 Simple ingredients   🍽️ Flavor packed, and a little unexpected   This one pot chicken and rice will help you create a memorable meal without breaking a sweat!   So, unleash your inner chef and let’s get cooking!    Let's unlock your...

Welcome to Kitchen Quickies: Tick Tok Recipes Review Edition!   This is when we give you the REAL DEAL on the recipes that keep playing on your feed on repeat.   Today, we’re telling you everything you need to know about stick of butter rice- along with an honest review on this viral recipe.   Let’s get into it!   Let's unlock your kitchen confidence! Mariela & Eric   Lets Connect!   📨Email: Food...

Hey there, fellow elder millennials!   Freshen up your rum & coke and indulge in the delectable easy Cuban food recipes on today’s episode.    We're here to make your taste buds dance to the salsa beat as we share three irresistible recipes that are perfect for those hectic weeknight dinners:   ✔️ Cuban mojo recipe that'll have you grooving in the kitchen and marinating your protein in no time fla...

It’s kitchen quickie time, so get ready to satisfy your hunger in a flash!   We're dishing out quick dinner ideas that'll have you saying, "Who needs takeout?"    The star of the show? Peanut Noodles!    These quick and easy recipes will make your taste buds do a happy dance. From the creamy peanut sauce that's like a flavor party in your mouth to the noodle slurping goodness, you won't believe ho...