Food Friends: Home Cooking Made Easy

Are you searching for easy ways to stock your freezer for busy days, or for a friend’s meal train?  If you’ve ever wished you could pull dinner from your freezer when life feels too hectic, or to help a friend in need, this episode is for you. This week, we’re sharing our favorite freezer-friendly recipes that are designed to be stored and reheated. By the end of this episode, you’ll: Discove...

Can your favorite diner order be turned into dinner?  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 get inspired to try a classic Greek soup that’s creamy without any dairy, and can cook up quickly with a few shortcuts. You’ll also discover the secret to the best diner-style pat...

What’s better than a bowl of homemade soup after a long, chilly day? If you’ve been craving easy soup recipes that actually work, this episode is your invitation to dive into soup season! We’re sharing our go-to soups for cozy weeknight dinners — the tried-and-true recipes we make every year, plus new favorites you’ll want to add to your rotation. By the end of this episode, you’ll discover: How t...

Ever wondered what it would be like to host a cookbook club and taste restaurant recipes with the help of a few friends? 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 want to try a velvety eggplant caponata with burrata to serve as a stunning appetizer at your next dinner party. You’...

What do you bring to a potluck that’s guaranteed to be a hit, is easy to prepare, and can travel well? Choosing what dish to bring to a potluck or tailgate can feel tricky, and that’s why this week we’re sharing our go-to dishes for feeding a crowd. These trusted recipes will allow you to show up to your next potluck with a dish that’s guaranteed to be one of the first things to disappear from the...

What five tools or pieces of equipment do you actually need to cook confidently at home? Whether you’re moving into your first apartment, upgrading from the mismatched pans of your college days, or just wondering which tools really deserve a spot in your cupboards, this episode takes the guesswork out of stocking a smart, lifelong kitchen. This week, we’re answering a listener question, and by the...

Ever wonder what two personal chefs actually eat in a day?  If you sometimes struggle with “what’s for breakfast…lunch…dinner?” let us help with realistic recipes that will make your home cooking easier! This week, we're divulging our everyday dishes and shortcuts that make daily cooking less of a chore and more of a joy.  If you’ve ever fallen into a cooking rut or felt overwhelmed with...

What’s a Top Chef's go-to recipe for hosting friends? This week, we’re not only sharing our best home-cooking bites, but we’re also asking Top Chef Melissa King about her favorite bite of the week! By the end of this episode, you’ll discover two vegan desserts that use a surprising ingredient, plus a few new ways to bring miso into your weeknight cooking. Chef Melissa King also reveals her go-to d...

Do you ever feel overwhelmed by all the incredible produce at the fall farmers’ market? And once you get home, do you wonder: “What do I do with all of this?”  This week, we’re sharing our top seasonal pics AND ten easy recipes to turn your fresh finds into simple, flavorful meals that any home cook can make. If you’re smitten with crisp apples and golden pears, beans and peppers of every sha...

Do you have a friend or family member who struggles with food allergies and restrictions? Do you want to host them for dinner, but have a hard time figuring out what to cook?  In this bite-sized episode, we share and answer a listener's question, to inspire each other and you! By the end of this episode, you’ll discover four menus that are allergen-friendly, how to modify dishes to meet your...

Do you ever hit 6 p.m. on a chilly fall weeknight and wonder, “What on earth can I get on the table in under 30 minutes?” This episode is designed for anyone who wants fast, comforting dinners without resorting to takeout or sacrificing flavor. By the end of this episode, you’ll discover: Quick and easy recipes that rely on pantry and fridge staples Two sheet-pan dinners that make the most of seas...

Ever wished your vegetables could be the star of dinner instead of the side? 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 want to make a classic Italian take on pasta that will make the most of your zucchini bumper crop, and you’ll also want to try a green bean dish that uses a very...

Are you hosting for fall holidays, gatherings, or dinner parties but have no idea what to make? And more importantly, are you wishing it could be easier and smoother?  Autumn is packed with reasons to celebrate — holiday feasts, game-day spreads, or casual weeknight dinners — but hosting can feel overwhelming when you’re juggling dietary needs, timing, and presentation.  This episode is...

What’s the secret to cooking fish so that it doesn’t stick to the pan?  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 an easy way to turn seasonal shelling beans into a brothy, rustic meal, and you’ll find out why grilled fish with tropical fruit salsa might be th...

Struggling to find baking recipes that look great online but flop when you try them at home?  That’s why we asked Sally McKenney, of Sally’s Baking, to share her foolproof fall bakes from her site and her new cookbook: Sally’s Baking 101 . These are recipes that actually work every time, are stress-free, and will fill your home with the scent of brown sugar, warm chai, and buttery caramel.&nb...

How do you like your egg salad? Simple and classic with minimal ingredients? Or do you like a maximalist version with tons of flavor?  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 want to try Kari’s 4-ingredient easy egg salad for quick meal prep and sandwiches, or Sonya’s gold...

What if the secret to making effortless, delicious meals was already in your pantry? If you’ve ever opened your pantry searching for dinner inspiration but ended up cooking the same-old boring meal, this episode is for you!  By the end of this episode, you’ll:  Learn how a staple like tomato paste can be the base of a flavor broth or quick sauce  Learn why chefs swear by anchovies t...

Have you ever wanted to make a deli-style pickle at home, but are too intimidated to try?  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 learn how easy it is to turn a bevy of cucumbers + salt into homemade pickles – with no fancy equipment or complicated ingredients required! Y...

Craving a sweet treat to beat the summer heat, but can’t even imagine walking into your hot kitchen, let alone turning on the oven?  In this episode re-release, we’re divulging our tried and true easy summer dessert recipes to make at home, from cold and creamy to perfectly packable, no cooking required!  This week you’ll discover: Fast and easy icebox cakes and frozen pies that bring ex...

What if you could make the creamiest, smoothest hummus in only 5 minutes?  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 learn how to make the easiest, most delicious 5-minute hummus that can be the start of your next great dinner or might become a lunchbox hero. You’ll also dis...

Have you ever wondered why corn, beans, and squash are often grown –  and cooked – together? In late summer and early fall, sweet corn, tender squash, and every kind of bean offer a special kind of abundance at our gardens and local farmers’ markets. But with all that bounty, what do you actually cook? We’re sharing our top 10 Three Sisters-inspired recipes, and by the end of this episode, yo...

Ever wondered what muffin recipe is endlessly versatile, and also yields fluffy, not-too-sweet results?  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 a simple, reliable muffin recipe that you can make with just about any fruit, and a stunning 30-minute summer pas...

What’s one recipe that changed everything in your kitchen — and maybe even your friendships?  If you’re a home cook who’s ever felt stuck in a rut, outgrown old favorites, or longed for a deeper connection at the dinner table, this episode is for you. We’re reflecting on the recipes we return to again and again, and how they shape our kitchens, our routines, and our relationships. Passing a r...

Are you looking for a fresh take on how to use up your haul of peak-season summer corn? 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 some winning recipes from Sonya’s recent cookbook club meeting, and you’ll want to try an herbaceous, plant-based take on classic creamed cor...

Do you feel nervous about hosting, and wish you could create a warm and generous vibe for guests with a few simple starters and snacks?  If you’re looking for unfussy recipes that make entertaining easy, tune into our episode with Carolina Gelen. Her simple-to-follow recipes communicate love and care, even when you don’t have a lots of time to spend in the kitchen, allowing you to enjoy more...