Recipe of the Day - Cure Your Dinner Indecision

I crave this stew all. the. time. Rich and warming, spicy, meaty, and ohhh the satisfyingly chewy but soft texture of the hominy. And my favorite part, the fresh toppings! This recipe has all those classic characteristics of a delicious pozole but is quick and easy enough that you can make it for dinner tonight. I’m going to! Let’s do it! Recipe: Pozole Recipe from COOKtheSTORY. Here are the links...

I’ve come up with a way to make Chicken Cordon Bleu that’s super-easy, by stacking the ingredients instead of stuffing them. And even better, now you can make it your air fryer! Recipe: Air Fryer Chicken Cordon Bleu from COOKtheSTORY. Here are the links mentioned in this episode: #ad Air Fryer Chicken Cordon Bleu Chicken Cordon Bleu Stacks The All New Chicken Cookbook Here's the Recipe Of The Day...

My own family's Easter menu is the focus of today's Recipe of the Day podcast episode. There's the usual ham, deviled eggs, scalloped potatoes, and veg. But then also two extras that really make it feel like Easter to me, and I'm going to tell you more about making them. First up is Paska, that beautiful braided Ukrainian bread. My family's version, which goes back to my great grandmother, has saf...

Looking for a true deli-style egg salad that’s ultra creamy and perfectly balanced? There’s one small step that makes it so much better than the mash-it-all-together version. Recipe: Egg Salad Recipe from TheCookful. Here are the links mentioned in this episode: #ad Egg Salad Recipe How To Make Hard Boiled Eggs in the Instant Pot and other ways too Chicken Salad Ham Salad Recipe Cottage Cheese Chi...

Looking for a really good way to use up leftover ham? This ham salad is quick to make and packed with flavor. My favorite trick to modernize it a bit is to chop it finely instead of grinding it up. Recipe: How to Make Ham Salad from TheCookful. Here are the links mentioned in this episode: #ad How to Make Ham Salad Baked Ham Boneless Ham Recipe The All New Chicken Cookbook Here's the Recipe Of The...

Marty's getting a surprise this weekend! It's fairly well known that he's particular when it comes to food, especially in terms of what he likes and doesn’t like. And on our live cooking show, COOKforTWO Live with Christine and Marty, he gives his honest opinion about whether he likes what I make.   Tomorrow on the live show though, I'm making all things that he likes, but he doesn’t know it. You...

Salty ham and a sweet glaze are a perfect combination. But how do you prepare a glazed ham? I’ve got the info you need. Recipe: How to Glaze Ham from COOKtheSTORY. Here are the links mentioned in this episode: #ad How to Glaze Ham Pineapple Glaze for Ham Maple Glaze for Ham Brown Sugar Ham Glaze How to Cook Whole Boneless Ham Baked Ham The All New Chicken Cookbook Here's the Recipe Of The Day podc...

Want real nacho cheese sauce at home? This version uses a quick roux plus both Cheddar and processed cheese so it’s extra cheesy but still smooth and shiny, like the kind you get at a stadium. Recipe: Nacho Cheese Sauce from COOKtheSTORY. Here are the links mentioned in this episode: #ad Nacho Cheese Sauce Cheese Sauce Recipe Nacho Dip The All New Chicken Cookbook Here's the Recipe Of The Day podc...

Halibut cheeks? Yes, really. In this episode, I’m talking with Sena Wheeler from @senasea-seafoods about which Alaskan fish are in season in March. It's a conversation that also touches on fresh versus frozen, seafood safety, and how to cook it perfectly too. Sena also shares a recipe for halibut cheeks and talks about why this cut is so prized. They’re tender, sweet, and a real treat if you can g...

This creamy horseradish sauce is simple to make but way better than anything sold at the store. Pair it with beef dishes, especially Prime Rib! Recipe: Creamy Horseradish Sauce from COOKtheSTORY. Here are the links mentioned in this episode: #ad Creamy Horseradish Sauce Pot Roast Recipe Classic Roast Beef Prime Rib Recipe The All New Chicken Cookbook Here's the Recipe Of The Day podcast episode pa...

You’ve gotta try this classic Irish mashed potatoes recipe called Colcannon. Buttery potatoes with greens is just perfect. Recipe: Colcannon Recipe from TheCookful. Here are the links mentioned in this episode: #ad Colcannon Recipe The All New Chicken Cookbook Here's the Recipe Of The Day podcast episode page with all of our recipe links, and you can subscribe to the show there too. Join my COOKfo...

No recipe tonight? No problem! In this episode of the Recipe of the Day podcast, I’m sharing a few things happening behind the scenes and one of my favorite ways to cook when I’m not following a recipe. I announce some upcoming livestream events, including two YouTube cooking show episodes and two Zoom calls for COOKforTWO members, and talk about how you can join in. I also share a quick pantry ti...

These are THE classic American scalloped potatoes, no cheese and no heavy sauce. Just tender slices of potatoes baked in a light onion-milk sauce that soaks right in. Recipe: Scalloped Potatoes Recipe from COOKtheSTORY. Here are the links mentioned in this episode: #ad Scalloped Potatoes Recipe How to Bake Ham (includes spiral cut ham) How to Cook Boneless Ham Glazed Slow Cooker Ham Ham Gravy How...

This Shredded Beef Taco recipe brings tons of flavor without needing a long ingredient list or a lot of work. Happy Taco Night! Recipe: Shredded Beef Tacos from COOKtheSTORY. Here are the links mentioned in this episode: #ad Shredded Beef Tacos Basic Shredded Beef Fajita Vegetables How to Heat Corn Tortillas The All New Chicken Cookbook Here's the Recipe Of The Day podcast episode page with all of...

Waste less, cook faster! I’m sharing a simple kitchen habit that cuts down on food waste while making prep and cleanup a bit quicker too. In this solo episode, I talk about a small shift in the way you handle ingredients that can save time and keep good food from ending up in the trash. It’s an easy change, but once you start doing it, you’ll wonder why you didn’t always cook this way. I also shar...

I know what you want. A classic, sliceable meatloaf that’s rich and never mushy, right? You’ve found it! I tested this recipe over 20 times to get the texture and structure exactly right. This is the true old-school loaf pan version, made with higher-fat ground beef for real flavor and just enough added ingredients to highlight the meat, not hide it. Recipe: Old Fashioned Meatloaf from TheCookful....

I grew up making these in my parents’ deli, and the secret to a great Reuben is simple: warm up the filling, dry out the kraut, and lightly toast the inside of the bread so it never turns soggy. Recipe: Classic Reuben Sandwich from COOKtheSTORY. Here are the links mentioned in this episode: #ad Classic Reuben Sandwich Christine on The Takeout giving advice about making Reuben Sandwiches Thousand I...

This dish became a house favorite before it ever had a name. In this episode, I’m sharing the story behind it and why I’m finally writing it down after years of making it from memory. I talk about how the idea started with something Marty ate constantly during a summer in Israel and how he asked me to recreate it at home. From there, it blended with one specific version of pan con tomate that we f...

Looking for beef stew with meat that’s actually tender, not just cooked through? This is one of those recipes where patience pays off. Recipe: Beef Stew Recipe from TheCookful. Here are the links mentioned in this episode: #ad Beef Stew Recipe My Favorite Chili Recipe Instant Pot Pot Roast The All New Chicken Cookbook Here's the Recipe Of The Day podcast episode page with all of our recipe links,...

This white chicken chili recipe brings big flavor in about 35 minutes with chicken breasts, white beans, and green chilis. Recipe: White Chicken Chili from COOKtheSTORY. Here are the links mentioned in this episode: #ad White Chicken Chili Classic Chili Recipe The All New Chicken Cookbook Here's the Recipe Of The Day podcast episode page with all of our recipe links, and you can subscribe to the s...

No guest this week. Just me in my kitchen. My interview laptop is still broken, so instead of talking to someone else, I’m talking to you. In this episode, I share the meal I make all the time but have never written down. It’s not on my sites. There’s no official recipe. It’s just something I do when I want a treat of a dinner and don’t feel like overthinking it. It’s a pan-fried chuck eye steak o...

The best chicken salad sandwiches have simple ingredients, perfect bite-sized pieces of chicken, and not too much fuss. Recipe: The Best Chicken Salad Sandwich from TheCookful. Here are the links mentioned in this episode: #ad The Best Chicken Salad Sandwich Basic Chicken Salad Recipe Air Fryer Chicken Breast Baked Chicken Breasts Poached Chicken Breasts The All New Chicken Cookbook Here's the Rec...

This homemade potato soup is a budget-friendly recipe that only needs a few ingredients. And since it’s ready in 30 minutes, it’s perfect comfort food for busy weeknights. Recipe: Classic Potato Soup from COOKtheSTORY. Here are the links mentioned in this episode: #ad Classic Potato Soup Easy Loaded Potato Soup The All New Chicken Cookbook Here's the Recipe Of The Day podcast episode page with all...

What if the most romantic dinner of the year didn’t require a reservation, a prix fixe menu, or a sink full of dishes? It’s Valentine’s Day, and in this episode I’m sharing the simple but extravagant menu that Marty and I are making as part of our relaxed weekend at home. We’re cooking a dinner that feels special without being fussy, the kind of dinner that will let us sit and chat at the table ch...

This classic chicken salad proves that you don’t need fancy add-ins or complicated steps to get incredible flavor and texture. Recipe: Chicken Salad Recipe from TheCookful. Here are the links mentioned in this episode: #ad Chicken Salad Recipe Thermoworks Chicken Temperature-Time Guide The All New Chicken Cookbook Here's the Recipe Of The Day podcast episode page with all of our recipe links, and...