Recipe of the Day - Cure Your Dinner Indecision

I threw my back out last week, so this episode isn't the one I thought I'd make. I planned to talk about creative pivots and following new sparks of inspiration, but instead I found myself needing something simpler. Walks. Water. Rest. It turns out those basics can be their own kind of inspiration because they remind you what support really looks like. This week I talk with Jenni Field of Pastry C...

The great taste of pizza with pepperoni and mushrooms, but stuffed into a healthy bell pepper. It’s a whole new twist on pizza night! Recipe: Pizza Stuffed Peppers from TheCookful. Here are the links mentioned in this episode: #ad Pizza Stuffed Peppers Classic Stuffed Peppers How to Pre-Cook Peppers for Stuffing The All New Chicken Cookbook Here's the Recipe Of The Day podcast episode page with al...

Want juicy, evenly-cooked Instant Pot drumsticks? Leave the skin on, even if you’ll take it off before serving, and stand them up while they cook. I’ll explain why below! Recipe: Instant Pot Chicken Drumsticks from TheCookful. Here are the links mentioned in this episode: #ad Instant Pot Chicken Drumsticks The All New Chicken Cookbook Here's the Recipe Of The Day podcast episode page with all of o...

Forget everything you thought you knew about frying potatoes! Beth Lee is here with smart, doable tricks for making perfectly crispy latkes just in time for Hanukkah. This week, I kick things off with a summary of my recent trip to Miami (the sun, the food, and the fun), and then I sit down with Beth Lee @omgyummy, creator of OMGYummy.com and author of The Essential Jewish Baking Cookbook . Beth s...

Want lasagna without the giant pan or endless prep? This small-batch version bakes right in a loaf pan, no noodles or sauce to cook first. Mix, layer, and pop it in the oven for a cozy, low-effort dinner for two. Recipe: Lasagna for Two from TheCookful. Here are the links mentioned in this episode: #ad Lasagna for Two COOKforTWO.us The All New Chicken Cookbook Here's the Recipe Of The Day podcast...

Juicy pork chops. Spicy, creamy onion gravy. These smothered pork chops are Southern comfort in 35 minutes. Recipe: Smothered Pork Chops from COOKtheSTORY. Here are the links mentioned in this episode: #ad Smothered Pork Chops 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...

Support my small business and give a gift that truly feels personal this year. Since it's Small Business Saturday, I'm sharing the sweetest idea to surprise the home cook in your life. A full year of COOKforTWO for the cost of just ten months , only 99.99, and it even comes with an adorable carved wooden spoon so you have something to wrap and give on the day. It's thoughtful, useful, and supports...

This classic mulled wine makes your house smell like Christmas. It’s made the traditional British way but with a peppery twist. It’s so festive and cozy! Recipe: Mulled Wine Sangria from COOKtheSTORY. Here are the links mentioned in this episode: #ad Mulled Wine Sangria The All New Chicken Cookbook Here's the Recipe Of The Day podcast episode page with all of our recipe links, and you can subscrib...

These pork and beef meatballs use just three ingredients and come together in 36 minutes from start to finish. They’re super juicy, flavorful, and perfect for busy nights. Recipe: Pork and Beef Meatballs from TheCookful.  Here are the links mentioned in this episode: #ad Pork and Beef Meatballs Ground Beef Stroganoff Baking Meatballs Pan-Fry Meatballs Air Fryer Meatballs Meatballs Stroganoff The A...

A headline on Facebook grabbed my attention this week. It was from a big national grocery chain running a Thanksgiving promotion that feeds ten people for five dollars per person. It made me pause, partly because the idea is tempting, but also because it raised a few questions in my mind about scale, ingredients, and what we really want on our holiday tables. If you cook for a smaller group, or yo...

Want fluffy homemade pancakes without a mountain of leftovers? This small batch makes just enough for two stacks, perfect for a cozy morning together. Recipe: Pancakes for Two from TheCookful. Here are the links mentioned in this episode: #ad Pancakes for Two 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 sh...

This tangy, cheesy dip will finally break your Spinach Artichoke rut. It’s the same creamy base but with broccoli, cheddar, and dill pickles! Recipe: Broccoli Cheddar Pickle Dip from COOKtheSTORY. Here are the links mentioned in this episode: #ad Broccoli Cheddar Pickle Dip The All New Chicken Cookbook COOKforTWO Here's the Recipe Of The Day podcast episode page with all of our recipe links, and y...

Cooking shouldn’t feel this hard anymore, and that’s exactly why COOKforTWO was born. In this episode I talk about how C42 is shifting the way empty nesters cook by making meals simpler, more intuitive, and way less stressful. It’s about letting go of the pressure to cook like we used to and finding new rhythms that fit the lives we have now. And then I talk with Jill from @cookingupmemoriesinsta...

Craving stuffed peppers but want something easier? Make Stuffed Pepper SOUP! It has ground beef, chopped peppers, rice, and a rich tomato broth, ready in 45 minutes, mostly simmering away. Recipe: Stuffed Pepper Soup from TheCookful. Here are the links mentioned in this episode: #ad Stuffed Pepper Soup Classic Stuffed Peppers Easy Chicken Stuffed Peppers How to Cook Ground Turkey The All New Chick...

Craving chili but don’t want a huge pot simmering all day? This small-batch version makes just enough for two and is ready in about 15 minutes. The secret shortcut: a scoop of salsa that adds deep, slow-cooked flavor fast. Recipe: Quick Chili for Two from TheCookful. Here are the links mentioned in this episode: #ad How to Cook Ground Turkey and Ground Turkey Breast Best Turkey Chili The All New C...

Big news is coming! I’m finally almost ready to share what I’ve been hinting at for months: my brand-new project, Cook for Two . It’s been such a joy building this, and we’re so close to launch that I can hardly keep it to myself. And so in today's episode, I blather on about it a lot. I'm so excited! In this episode, I also chat with Christine McMichael from Jar of Lemons about her best tips for...

This easy curry dinner is ready in just 18 minutes. Big curry flavors, super flexible ingredients, and perfect for using up what’s in your fridge. Recipe: Quick Chicken Curry for Two from TheCookful. Here are the links mentioned in this episode: #ad Quick Chicken Curry for Two The All New Chicken Cookbook This episode was [also] published in November, 2025. Here's the Recipe Of The Day page with a...

Skip the chicken and go for turkey tonight with these air fryer turkey tenderloins. They’re lean, juicy, and ridiculously quick and easy. Recipe: Air Fryer Turkey Tenderloins from COOKtheSTORY. Here are the links mentioned in this episode: #ad Air Fryer Turkey Tenderloins Pan-Seared Turkey Tenderloins Air Fryer Turkey Breast Turkey Gravy Turkey Brine Pork Tenderloin Thanksgiving Recipes The All Ne...

Feeling calm before the holiday chaos? I am, and I’m sharing why in today’s episode along with a chat with Giangi Townsend from Giangi's Kitchen . Giangi grew up in France and Italy before moving to the U.S., and her food has that simple, Mediterranean simplicity that we all need at this time of year. She shares a sundried tomato tapenade that’s deep red and full of flavor, the kind of make-ahead...

You don’t have to make a huge pot of soup, you can make this perfectly portioned chicken noodle soup for two recipe. It’s quick and easy comfort food. Recipe: Chicken Noodle Soup for Two from TheCookful. Here are the links mentioned in this episode: #ad Chicken Noodle Soup for Two The All New Chicken Cookbook This episode was published in October, 2025. Here's the Recipe Of The Day page with all o...

Ready in under 30 minutes, this ground turkey and potato skillet is packed with Thanksgiving flavors like thyme, sage, and hearty gravy for the ultimate quick comfort meal. Recipe: Ground Turkey and Potato Skillet from TheCookful. Here are the links mentioned in this episode: #ad Ground Turkey and Potato Skillet How to Cook Ground Turkey Poultry Seasoning Air Fryer Turkey Breast Turkey Gravy Air F...

Lately I’ve been pushing myself out of my comfort zone by doing some new kinds of videos and learning to get comfortable being uncomfortable. Another area where I'm not super comfortable is baking. So today’s guest is here to help me (and maybe you) change that. Chef Jumoke Jackson, known as  The Bishop of Biscuits , is here to share some of his best buttermilk biscuit tips. He's walking us throug...

No giant casserole here! Clever beef-stuffed potatoes give you all the cozy flavors of the classic, with just the right amount for two. Recipe: Shepherd’s Pie For Two from TheCookful. Here are the links mentioned in this episode: #ad Shepherd’s Pie For Two Classic Shepherd's Pie How to Cook Ground Turkey The All New Chicken Cookbook Looking for more recipes for two? Here you go! Chicken Noodle Sou...

Super juicy white meat, ready in 45 minutes. This air fryer turkey breast is the quick and easy way to make a holiday-worthy entrée for a small group. Recipe: Air Fryer Turkey Breast from COOKtheSTORY. Here are the links mentioned in this episode: #ad Air Fryer Turkey Breast Extra-Flavorful Turkey Brine Compound Butter for Turkey Gravy Without Drippings The All New Chicken Cookbook This episode wa...

A brand new cookbook inspired by America’s most beautiful places, sweet cornbread blueberry muffins, and clever weeknight cooking hacks. Melissa Knific is here with fresh kitchen inspiration you’ll want to try right away. Melissa is a food editor and recipe developer with two decades of experience shaping some of the country’s most beloved food brands. In this episode, she shares quick, practical...