Recipe of the Day - Cure Your Dinner Indecision

This simple chili recipe tastes exactly like chili is supposed to: rich, beefy, and perfectly balanced, with no extra ingredients. It’s not too smoky, not too spicy, not too acidic, and not too sweet. It’s just right, and it’s ready in about 45 minutes. Recipe:  Classic Chili Recipe from COOKtheSTORY. Here are the links mentioned in this episode: #ad Classic Chili Recipe Toasted Panko Breadcrumbs...

Forget step by step instructions and perfectly measured teaspoons. Paula Montenegro is here to take us back to a time when recipes assumed you already knew how to cook. Paula is the voice behind the blog Vintage Kitchen Notes and is a lifelong home baker from Argentina. In this episode, we talk about how people used to cook, how recipes were written more like reminders than instructions, and what...

Classic creamy baked mac and cheese, with a shortcut you’ll use over and over again! The base is just 5 ingredients and there’s no roux or separate sauce. Finish it off with some extra cheese and panko, then a quick bake to melt the top and toast the crumbs. Recipe: Baked Mac and Cheese from TheCookful. Here are the links mentioned in this episode: #ad Baked Mac and Cheese Homemade Mac and Cheese...

This easy one-pan ground beef and zucchini skillet is fast and full of flavor. The Italian seasoning, red wine vinegar, and Parmesan make it more delicious than you’d ever expect for such an easy 20-minute dinner. Recipe: Ground Beef and Zucchini from COOKtheSTORY. Here are the links mentioned in this episode: #ad Ground Beef and Zucchini Beef and Rice Recipe Shrimp and Rice Recipe Chicken and Ric...

Today’s episode feels extra special because later today Marty and I are going live on YouTube for the very first time, and it all traces back to a conversation I had over a year ago. I’m talking with Sharla Kostelyk from FreezerMeals101.com, whose live cooking demos and her Freezer Meal community really got me thinking about what you, my listeners, are actually looking for.    So yes, Sharla was o...

Looking for an easy homemade mac and cheese that’s creamy and comforting without extra steps? This 5-ingredient stovetop version skips the roux and comes together right in the pasta pot. And, it’s all ready in 20 minutes. Recipe: Easy Homemade Mac and Cheese from TheCookful. Here are the links mentioned in this episode: #ad Easy Homemade Mac and Cheese Evaporated Milk Mac and Cheese Creamy Cream C...

This classic Polish comfort food is like mini meatloaves. They’re pan-fried and have a crisp dark crust, but are tender and moist inside. I learned to make these the way my boyfriend Marty grew up eating them in Poland. Recipe: Traditional Polish Kotlety Mielone from COOKtheSTORY. Here are the links mentioned in this episode: #ad Traditional Polish Kotlety Mielone The COOKforTWO Live Cooking Demo!...

Super Bowl snacks just got a lot more interesting. Chef JRob, the "rockstar chef" who's been on Ciao House, Food Network’s Chopped, Food Network’s Iron Chef Showdown, and Fox’s Master Chef, is here to share fun, crowd-pleasing ways to turn duck into game-day favorites. In this episode, we talk about why duck is far more versatile than most people think, how to make it feel approachable even if you...

Slow cooked with 13 types of beans, this bean soup recipe makes a filling bowl of healthy and comfort. Recipe: Delicious Bean Soup from COOKtheSTORY. Here are the links mentioned in this episode: #ad Delicious Bean Soup 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 COOKforTWO Communi...

Looking for an easy spaghetti and meatballs recipe with big flavor? Italian sausage in the meatballs seasons the sauce as they cook, so you need fewer ingredients and less effort, but you get all the delicious taste. Plus, it’s ready in 20 minutes. Recipe: Easy Spaghetti and Meatballs from TheCookful. Here are the links mentioned in this episode: #ad Easy Spaghetti and Meatballs Pork and Beef Meat...

Skip the plane ticket! Sophie Sadler is here with the homesick cook’s answer to Germany’s most surprising street food: homemade döner kebab, right down to making the bread. Sophie specializes in German cooking on her blog Dirndle Kitchen, and in this episode we talk about how döner, while not traditionally “German,” is so woven into everyday life in German. We discuss the real-deal components that...

For this roasted broccoli recipe broccoli stalks are roasted whole to end up with a sweet caramelized outside, soft inside. It’s seriously the best broccoli recipe ever! Recipe: Whole Roasted Broccoli from COOKtheSTORY. Here are the links mentioned in this episode: #ad Whole Roasted Broccoli Lemon Butter Broccoli The All New Chicken Cookbook Here's the Recipe Of The Day podcast episode page with a...

One of my family’s favorite cozy dinners, this skillet brings ground beef, mushrooms, and rice together in one pan for a delicious, stress free meal with almost no cleanup. Recipe: Ground Beef and Mushroom Skillet from COOKtheSTORY. Here are the links mentioned in this episode: #ad Ground Beef and Mushroom Skillet How to Use Dried Mushrooms Ground Beef and Rice Skillet The All New Chicken Cookbook...

Forget about chasing the loudest food trends! In 2026, the real movement is quieter, more personal, and a lot more meaningful. Mike Kostyo of Menu Matters is back to kick off the new year, and this time he's zooming out. As a Trendologist who studies what we're eating now and what we'll be eating later, Mike explains why the next wave of food culture is less about viral ingredients and more about...

Looking for deeper flavor in your baked BBQ chicken legs? Pull the skin back before seasoning and then let the high heat take care of the rest. Instructions are given for delicious skin-off chicken legs as well. Recipe: Baked BBQ Chicken Legs from TheCookful. Here are the links mentioned in this episode: #ad Baked BBQ Chicken Legs Air Fryer BBQ Chicken Baked Chicken Leg Quarters Baked Boneless Chi...

Need a quick protein for dinner? Chicken tenderloins cook in the air fryer in about 10 minutes and don’t need a breading, just simple seasoning for flavor and color. They’re juicy, fast, and perfect for busy nights. Recipe: Air Fryer Chicken Tenderloins from TheCookful. Here are the links mentioned in this episode: #ad Air Fryer Chicken Tenderloins Air Fryer Chicken Tenders The All New Chicken Coo...

Forget the idea that meal planning has to be rigid or boring. Angela Pittman is here with a real-life, flexible approach that makes weeknight dinners easier and more delicious, especially when school and routines kick back in. Angela has been a professional in the food industry for decades, and she's also my sister-in-law! With all of her cooking skills, and practical life skills, she has figured...

Want the cozy and classic combo of tender pork chops and tangy sauerkraut quickly? Thin pork chops cook in minutes, and apple adds a touch of sweetness. And the sauerkraut too, of course! Recipe: Pork Chops and Sauerkraut from COOKtheSTORY. Here are the links mentioned in this episode: #ad The All New Chicken Cookbook Pork Chops and Sauerkraut Pork and Sauerkraut Instant Pot Pork and Sauerkraut Ho...

If you’re having friends over for New Year’s Eve, a delicious and festive drink solution is to serve a Champagne punch. Pour the ingredients into a pretty bowl and get ready for the countdown! Recipe: Ginger Basil Champagne Punch & Cranberry Champagne Punch from COOKtheSTORY. Here are the links mentioned in this episode: #ad Ginger Basil Champagne Punch Cranberry Champagne Punch The All New Chicke...

Think oysters are only for fancy restaurants or fearless eaters? Lisa Lotts from Garlic and Zest is here to show you why oysters deserve a spot at your New Year’s Eve table, and how easy they can be to enjoy at home. Lisa is the creator of GarlicandZest.com , where she shares bold, approachable recipes that make cooking feel exciting but doable. In this episode, we talk about why oysters are such...

If you’re a garlic lover, this Garlic Roast Pork is for you. Coated with a simple blend of garlic, herbs, and olive oil, this pork loin roast is delicious! Recipe: Garlic Pork Roast from COOKtheSTORY. Here are the links mentioned in this episode: #ad Garlic Pork Roast How to Brine Pork Loin Homemade Pork Gravy Juicy Pork Loin Recipe Pork Butt Roast Roasted Pork Shoulder Perfect Pork Rib Roast How...

This Christmas Coffee Blend is easy to make and tasty to drink. It’s ground coffee flavored with cinnamon and other spices. Recipe: Christmas Coffee Recipe from COOKtheSTORY. Here are the links mentioned in this episode: #ad Christmas Coffee Recipe Mulled Wine 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 t...

What do a vegan cookbook author and a New Yorker cartoonist have in common? More than you might think! Listen as Nava Atlas and The Bob join forces in a conversation that is creative, cozy, and yes, a little bit purrfect. Nava is a longtime vegan author and illustrator, while Bob Eckstein is a celebrated cartoonist whose work you have almost certainly seen. Together, they've created the charming i...

These Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Peppers give you that buffalo wing taste in a delicious bell pepper. So much flavor and really easy to put together. Recipe: Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Peppers from TheCookful. Here are the links mentioned in this episode: #ad Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Peppers Classic Stuffed Peppers Difference Between Hot Sauce and Wing Sauce Fancy Buffalo Wing Sauce Homemade Buffalo Wing...

Do you think poking holes in sausages before cooking them makes them dry out? We tested it and the results might surprise you. Recipe: Poking Holes in Sausages from COOKtheSTORY. Here are the links mentioned in this episode: #ad Poking Holes in Sausages Air Fryer Sausages Air Fryer Breakfast Sausages The All New Chicken Cookbook Here's the Recipe Of The Day podcast episode page with all of our rec...