Food Friends: Home Cooking Made Easy

Do you feel overwhelmed by the onslaught of Thanksgiving recipes and techniques coming at you?Tune into our episode to unlock your best holiday meal. We’re covering 5 essentials: classic roast turkey, the creamiest mashed potatoes, rich gravy, an exciting veggie side, and a stunning dessert.By the end of this episode, you’ll discover:Reliable tips and techniques for the perfect (never dry) turkeyThe secret to creamy, make-ahead mashed potatoes Simple, standout touches to veggies sides and desserts that will impress your guests Listen now to create a Thanksgiving feast filled with essential dishes and expert tips that guarantee a smooth, memorable holiday! ***Sign up for our newsletter here for special offers and opportunities!***Links:Classic plug-in turkey roasterHow to dry brine a turkey from The KitchnDigital meat thermometerSonya’s go-to roast turkey Turkey stock from roasted turkey wings from How Sweet EatsClassic last-minute gravy with turkey stock by Julia Moskin and Kim Severeson for NYT CookingUltra creamy mashed potatoes made with a ricer or food mill by Andy Baraghani for Bon AppetitAnd perfect mashed potatoes (no special gear required) by Elise Bauer for Simply RecipesHow to reheat mashed potatoes from The KitchnHetty Lui McKinnon’s sticky gochujang brussels sprouts from her cookbook Tenderheart

Have you ever picked up a haul of mushrooms and felt stumped on how to make the most of them? 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 how a kitchen fail can take an unexpected turn thanks to the gift of foraged mushrooms. And you’ll learn how to make a seasonal upgrade to classic French onion soup that relies on a slow cooker and some simple roasted mushrooms. Tune in for a quick dose of home cooking inspiration! ***Links:Mushroom brushSauteed chanterelles mushrooms with butter and garlic from The PolonistMushroom and gruyere grilled cheese from Always from ScratchSlow cooker caramelized onions from Gimme Some OvenGarlic butter roasted mushrooms from Smitten Kitchen Caramelized French onion and mushroom soup from Williams Sonoma (just add farro to make it like Kari’s!)Slow cooker beans from Jennifer’s KitchenSlow cooker apple butter from Family Food On The Table***Want more support in the kitchen? We’re expanding our offerings and would love your input. Fill out our survey and enter our giveaway!***Got a cooking question? Call in and leave us a voicemail on our kitchen phone! 323-452-9084Sign up for our newsletter here for special offers and opportunitiesOrder Sonya's debut cookbook Braids for more Food Friends recipes!We love hearing from you — follow us on Instagram @foodfriendspod, or drop us a line at [email protected]!

Are you bored with serving the same old veggie recipes week after week? Do you wish you could transform everyday ingredients into easy, vibrant, plant-forward meals? Tune in to our conversation with Justine Doiron of Justine Snacks. Justine has inspired countless home cooks with her viral vegetable-centric recipes and her passion for making seasonal produce the star of any meal. In this episode, you’ll learn: Pro tips on what to cook with fall favorites like cabbage, squash, and fennelThe simple yet sophisticated 15-minute noodle recipe that’s so good, her friends beg her to make itThe one pantry ingredient that Justine always keeps on hand – and how she uses it to boost any dishDon’t miss this chance to learn about Justine’s practical, approachable take on plant-forward cooking, and bring more vegetable-first, flavor-packed meals into your own kitchen! ***Links:Grab a copy of Justine Doiron’s new cookbook: “Justine Cooks” Discover more of Justine’s recipes on TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, and her website***Recipes from this episode: Spinach and ricotta gnudiZhoug beans with crispy potatoes Crispy lime cabbage with turmeric white bean mashUpside-down blueberry cakeTiramisu cookieThe world-famous Butter BoardIna Garten’s engagement roast chicken recipe ***Want more support in the kitchen? We’re expanding our offerings and would love your input. Fill out our survey and enter our giveaway!Got a cooking question? Call in and leave us a voicemail on our kitchen phone! 323-452-9084Sign up for our newsletter here for special offers and opportunitiesOrder Sonya's debut cookbook Braids for more Food Friends recipes!We love hearing from you — follow us on Instagram @foodfriendspod, or drop us a line at [email protected]!

Want more support in the kitchen? We’re expanding our offerings and would love your input. Fill out our survey and enter our giveaway!***Is your week feeling extra full and hectic? Are you searching for satisfying meals that will warm up your day? In this bite-sized episode, we share delicious moments about the best things we ate this week to inspire each other – and you! You’ll discover a surprising 10-minute breakfast that’s gluten-free and full of flavor, and you’ll also learn how to make a comforting batch of classic cabbage rolls… and what to do if your recipe doesn’t go quite as planned. Tune in for a quick dose of home cooking inspiration! ***Links:Noona buckwheat flour pancake mixSonya’s stuffed cabbage recipe and her vegetarian stuffed cabbage, both of which can also be found in her cookbook, Braids***Got a cooking question? Call in and leave us a voicemail on our kitchen phone! 323-452-9084Sign up for our newsletter here for special offers and opportunitiesOrder Sonya's debut cookbook Braids for more Food Friends recipes!We love hearing from you — follow us on Instagram @foodfriendspod, or drop us a line at [email protected]!