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Travis and I are back in the kitchen making two beef dishes. I passed along a recipe for Broiled Flank-Steak Sandwiches, top with roasted peppers and Travis asked me to take a crack at Beef Stroganoff. In the midst of broiling our steak and making egg noodles from scratch, I regale Travis with the story of how my father blamed the dog for causing a small fire, believe it or not, he is still sticking with this story.

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I am joined in the kitchen by Travis, a home cook who strives to make as much from scratch as possible. In this episode we are bringing together flavors fit for summer, with a Strawberry-Mint Limeade, and Travis lets me in on his secret to the perfect omelet! Because we all know how terrible I can be with eggs.

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Stephen is back in the kitchen and we are slicing through a couple of pies. Stephen is making my mom’s recipe for Double Layered Pumpkin Pie and I am baking Stephen’s go-to Old Fashion Pecan Pie recipe. We are also unveiling the magic of cream cheese, discussing puh·kaan vs pee-can, pork roll vs Taylor Ham, and revealing top favorite vegetables. There are so many topics ahead because who knew pie would take so damn long to cool.

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I am joined in the kitchen by home cocktail creator Stephen, who is teaching us how to create the drink that got him into cocktails, the Paloma Sour. Can’t or don’t want to eat a raw egg? No worries, Stephen gives a tip on how to get that wonderful froth without this protein. We also chat about Stephen’s approach to cocktails and how this hobby started.

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Danni and I are back in the kitchen and we are making some hearty dishes, Chicken Enchilada Casserole and Jambalaya. While talking textures, telling stories of demon garbage disposals, and having a heated argument for dark meat, and we are exploring how important it is to refresh your space when spending so much time at home. 

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Danni joins me on the pod to mix together a morphing cocktail The Blushing Bee, how are we doing that? Well, you will just have to listen and find out! While we do our sipping we are chatting wine, cooking shows, and apparently writing a love letter to frozen pizza. Because why not.

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Miki and I return to the kitchen to meet my long time enemy, eggs. Miki is whipping up a Potato, Red Onion, and Goat Cheese Frittata straight from my mom's recipe box. And for me, it was love at first bite with a Crab Omelet that Miki's mom would make for her in the Philippines. The filling was so good I could not help but sample it before the final product, don’t judge me. 

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Miki returns and while we may just be homecooks, girls can dream and we’re revealing our cooking passions past and present. All while fighting this winter chill with a combination I love. Boozy gingerbread hot chocolate, who knew milk could be so damn stubborn! And seriously, does anyone own a measuring spoon for a pinch?? Cause I don't.

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Shelbie and I are back and are whipping up something sweet while chatting escapism in the pandemic, cookbooks, and the joys of the public library. Shelbie sent me her favorite recipe for Lemon Loaf Cake, the first thing she ever baked from scratch, while she tackles my mom’s recipe for Chocolate Honey Brownies. 

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Shelbie, an LA-based dog mom, and writer who never stops talking about the 80’s, rom coms, and being queer, joins me in the kitchen to chat about her history with cooking and food while mixing up a cocktail that delivers a bit of spice, The Ginger Valley.

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Angela and I hope to get you in the mood for soup season! I had the pleasure to follow her Great Aunt’s recipe for Italian Wedding Soup, which was silky and delicious. While my recipe was a little more simple, Angela had a lot going on in her kitchen, tackling the multiple steps behind Firey Seafood and Andouille Gumbo. Which packed a punch!

Disclaimer: Angela speaks to how she received her third-degree burns, if this is something you would prefer to skip please stop at 28:02 and resume at 29:42

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Angela and I are mixing together of fresh nectarines, honey, vodka, with a splash of champagne to create a drink fit for a queen bee, Bubbly Bumble Bee. Angela also speaks to the role dance and the arts have played in her life, explaining the importance of movement as a means to reconnect with her own body and reclaim it.

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I get to test my hand at one of the recipes that got Andrea started on her culinary exploration of Thai cuisine, Yum Kai Dao (Fried Egg Salad). She offers substitution tips for ingredients not easily accessible in big-box grocery stores. Andrea settled on Gingered Carrot Soup, with flavors that caught her eye and can be served hot or cold.

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My guest, Andrea, and I are hitting topics from our going out go-to’s, to our hungover cravings, to bar equipment substitutions. Don't have a jigger? No problem! And of course, we are whipping up a cocktail that will give you some relief from these hot summer days, a Boozy Mango Tea.

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In part two we are diving into pasta dishes so bring on the carbs. I sent Kelly Eggplant, Garlic, and Herb Pasta, a recipe from Better Home and Garden that my Mom-mom sent me in the mail. And I tackle Roasted Cauliflower and Brown Butter Noodle Bowl, straight from an America’s Test Kitchen cookbook that Kelly worked on. Why is one pasta and one a noodle bowl you may ask? Listen to Part 2 to find out!

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HOLD THE PHONE! This episode’s guest, Kelly, works for America’s Test Kitchen (ATK) on the book team! Join us as she drops some knowledge as to how recipes go from the test kitchen to the books that line our shelves. And once she finds her blender, join us in a virtual cheers with our featured cocktail, Blackberry-Sage Martinis. 

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Hopefully, you have made room for dessert because Veronica and I return to dive into two recipes that are going to satisfy your sweet tooth. If only we were able to teleport these flavors because we have Naleśniki and Rhubarb Shortbread on the menu. 

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Butter your baking pans because these two ladies are about to tackle desserts! In part one, we introduce our recipes and break down our beverage, a Grapefruit Thyme Spritz. Veronica is diving into Rhubarb Shortbread with homemade jam and I am attempting a dessert near and dear to her heart, her mom’s Naleśniki (a type of Polish crepe). 

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Siblings in the kitchen are bound to result in a few squabbles and cooking over Zoom brought on a set of challenges. Buckle in for numerous rants, a brush with fire, and two delicious sandwiches; Alton Brown’s Lamb Gyros on homemade naan and Paula Deen’s Portobello Mushroom Burgers.  

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After a long absence, the pod is back, bringing you sizzling recipes and classy cocktails from a safe distance. On the docket: a traumatizing encounter with pie, a plan of what is to come, and a look at what has been going on.  

Avoid the Quarantine Blues: https://bit.ly/35UDuQB 

The recipe I tried: Milk Bar’s Banana Cream Pie https://bit.ly/3bypf5v 

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