The Kitchen Counter - Home Cooking Tips and Inspiration

Friend of the show Sander Camps stops by to talk about how to set yourself up for success when it comes to baking bread. Sander shares some great tips and also talks about his journey to switch careers and become a baker. Listen to the episode for all sorts of great tips and insight on baking up some awesome bread in your home kitchen. Then head to the links in the show notes and check out some gr...

Chef Risa Magid Boyer stops by the show to talk about baking sweet treats at home! As owner and operator of Vanillamore , Chef Risa is the perfect person to share some pastry baking wisdom. In this conversation we talk about everything from essential tools and techniques for beginning bakers, getting over the "I can't bake" mindset, marshmallows, and more! For complete show notes on this episode,...

I was craving some Cajun comfort food so I decided to tackle a favorite for this Let's Cook episode: Shrimp Etouffee. Don't let the roux-making step intimidate you; I'll walk you through it! Sourcing (or making) the shrimp stock will likely be the most difficult part of this recipe.  For complete show notes on this episode, visit  http://kitchencounterpodcast.com/157 Connect with the show at: Face...

Today on the show I welcome Lisa Chernick, author of " Your Starter Kitchen: The Definitive Beginner's Guide to Stocking, Organizing, and Cooking in Your Kitchen. " We had a great conversation about her new book, some ideas to find good equipment without a big budget, tips for new home cooks, our favorite kitchen gear, and more.  For complete show notes on this episode, visit  http://kitchencounte...

My brother Randy stopped by the show to swap some easy recipes to prepare while being stuck at home. Since we were both under a "stay at home" order due to COVID-19, we had nothing better to do! For complete show notes on this episode, visit  http://kitchencounterpodcast.com/155 Connect with the show at: Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/kitchencounterpodcast Twitter:  @TKCpodcast Email:  feedba...

Who is ready for a little smorgasbord? Today I tackle some listener questions, talk about the proper way to wash your fruits and veggies, and share a little of the improvised cooking I did over the weekend. Be sure to listen to the full episode for all the details. For complete show notes on this episode, visit  http://kitchencounterpodcast.com/154 Connect with the show at: Facebook:  https://www....

Hi Everyone. I wanted to take a few minutes to talk with you about the crazy times in which we find ourselves living, and how we are getting along here at Kitchen Counter Podcast HQ. Connect with the show at: Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/kitchencounterpodcast Twitter:  @TKCpodcast Email:  feedback@kitchencounterpodcast.com

Today we are tackling a traditional Irish peasant dish, colcannon. At its most simple this dish is made with potatoes, cream, butter, and cabbage or kale. We are adding in some garlic and leeks to round out the savory flavor. If you can make mashed potatoes and cook down vegetables in a saute pan you can master this dish.  For complete show notes on this episode, visit  http://kitchencounterpodcas...

Listen in as I address more listener questions! Topics include: Searching for Grandma's special recipe When to use cornstarch or flour to thicken sauces Testing and reviewing store bought sauces and meal kit delivery services When is "sauteing" really "sweating?" First visit to Oregon--what should I eat? Homemade Italian style cream sauces For complete show notes on this episode, visit  http://kit...

Join me in the kitchen as I make semolina gnocchi. Sometimes called Roman Gnocchi (gnocchi alla Romana) it's an easy dish to master. Rich and creamy, it's perfect for a first course and excellent served with a variety of sauces, or even all on its own. For complete show notes on this episode, visit  http://kitchencounterpodcast.com/151 Connect with the show at: Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/...

Talking points for the January 2020 Smorgasbord include: The top five most popular episodes from 2019 What you can expect to hear on this show in 2020 Listener questions and feedback including Ideas to get out of a stir fry rut Another take on the value of meal kit delivery services Ways to make your food more flavorful without salt Is making fresh pasta worth it? Just who is this "Roger" guy anyw...

Instant Pots and other pressure cookers can make life so much easier for a home cook. You can find countless recipes online, but here are five basic uses for a pressure cooker that you can adapt to whatever recipe or cuisine you like! For complete show notes on this episode, visit  http://kitchencounterpodcast.com/149 Connect with the show at: Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/kitchencounterpodc...

Potatoes Au Gratin are a luxurious and delicious side dish for your holiday and other winter gatherings. Although the dish can seem intimidating, it is relatively simple and achievable for all home cooks. If you can simmer cream, slice potatoes, and shred cheese, then you are well on the way to a fantastic gratin. For complete show notes on this episode, visit  http://kitchencounterpodcast.com/148...

It's that time of year. Holiday get-togethers of all shapes and sizes are upon us. Are you hosting this year? Let's look at some tips to make your hosting duties lower stress and higher success. For complete show notes on this episode, visit  http://kitchencounterpodcast.com/147 Connect with the show at: Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/kitchencounterpodcast Twitter:  @TKCpodcast Email:  feedba...

With Thanksgiving less than two weeks away, I thought it would be good to resurface an episode from 2017 on how to conquer that finicky holiday turkey. This is a REPLAY of episode 103: Ten Tips to Avoid Turkey Trauma. For complete show notes on this episode, visit  http://kitchencounterpodcast.com/103 Connect with the show at: Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/kitchencounterpodcast Twitter:  @TK...

Boo! It's time for the third annual Halloween special of the Kitchen Counter Podcast. What else can I say? Enjoy! For complete show notes on this episode, visit  http://kitchencounterpodcast.com/146 Connect with the show at: Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/kitchencounterpodcast Twitter:  @TKCpodcast Email:  feedback@kitchencounterpodcast.com Leave a rating and review at:  http://kitchencounter...

Let's head back to the kitchen for another "live cooking" episode featuring everyone's favorite takeout staple: fried rice. For complete show notes on this episode, visit  http://kitchencounterpodcast.com/145 Connect with the show at: Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/kitchencounterpodcast Twitter:  @TKCpodcast Email:  feedback@kitchencounterpodcast.com Leave a rating and review at:  http://kitc...

I often get requests to talk about ingredient substitutions when it comes to cooking and baking. On one hand, that's a pretty easy ask, what with list upon list of ingredient substitutions on the internet. On the other hand, how can a home cook think about substituting or omitting ingredients, or changing recipes, from a more general perspective? For complete show notes on this episode, visit  htt...

Today's live cooking episode finds me in the kitchen making the popular Northern African spiced tomato stew and egg dish. For complete show notes on this episode, visit  http://kitchencounterpodcast.com/143 Connect with the show at: Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/kitchencounterpodcast Twitter:  @TKCpodcast Email:  feedback@kitchencounterpodcast.com Leave a rating and review at:  http://kitche...

Stoke up the campfires and grills, today we are diving into pie iron goodness with the authors of Pudgie Revolution: Pie Iron Cookin' for Food-Lovin' Campers. For complete show notes on this episode, visit  http://kitchencounterpodcast.com/142 Connect with the show at: Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/kitchencounterpodcast Twitter:  @TKCpodcast Email:  feedback@kitchencounterpodcast.com Leave a...

In this episode I tackle some more listener questions! It's a wide ranging show with topics including good pub appetizers, favorite uses for fresh tomatoes, how best to reheat frozen pasta, good ways to dry chiles, and more. For complete show notes on this episode, visit  http://kitchencounterpodcast.com/141 Connect with the show at: Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/kitchencounterpodcast Twitte...

On today's smorgasbord episode I talk about kamodo grills, the HerbRally Podcast, pudgie pies, and cooking with nuts. Listen on for all the smorgasbord goodness! For complete show notes on this episode, visit  http://kitchencounterpodcast.com/140 Connect with the show at: Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/kitchencounterpodcast Twitter:  @TKCpodcast Email:  feedback@kitchencounterpodcast.com Leav...

New Orleans is one of the most unique cities in North America (or the world, for that matter). Listen in live from the Bourbon O Bar on the corner of Bourbon and Orleans Streets as my brother, Randy, and I share our favorite culinary and cultural moments from our long weekend in the Crescent City. For complete show notes on this episode, visit  http://kitchencounterpodcast.com/139 Connect with the...

Air fryers are the hottest kitchen gadgets going, but what are they and how do they actually work? Is it possible to make deep-fried foods with a tiny fraction of the oil? Listen on for everything you need to know before you dive into the air frying craze. For complete show notes on this episode, visit  http://kitchencounterpodcast.com/138 Connect with the show at: Facebook:  https://www.facebook....

Day one of our 3.5 day tour of New Orleans kicks off. Randy and I do a super-short recap of everything we ate in our quest to cross off 23 bucket list foods!