Cooking and Convos

In this episode, I offer a quick, super easy and super yummy recipe for bruschetta. It's fresh, light and scrumptious ! This will be a simple, go-to recipe for years to come. Perfect for gatherings and even as a side dish with dinner ! Enjoy !!

I have a simple, super tasty recipe for slaw you must try ! And it doesn't contain mayo. It's a fun recipe you can take to parties, barbecues and other events during the summer season and people will LOVE it ! On top of that, it's super healthy ! You can serve this slaw in a variety of other ways as well, even with tofu ! Take a listen and enjoy :)

Meet Rico Mandel, a passionate chef, world traveler and founder of Miz En Place https://mizenplace.com, the ultimate foodie marketplace - offering artisan food, culinary classes, excursions and more ! Rico and I talk about all things food related in this tasty conversation. You can reach Rico on Instagram below: https://www.instagram.com/ricomandelphoto/ Or on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ricomandelphoto/

Who doesn't want more order in their kitchen? Listen to the small steps you can take to have a more organized kitchen for the new year !

REPLAY: In this episode, I share three delicious holiday recipes for: Sweet and Spicy Pecans, Cranberry and Pistachio Shortbread Cookies and White Chocolate-Dipped Ginger Cookies. All three are out-of-this-world tasty and super festive for the holiday season.  ENJOY :). You can click this⁠ link⁠ the Sweet and Spicy Pecans recipe.  Click this ⁠link⁠ for the Cranberry and Shortbread Cookies recipe. Click this ⁠link ⁠for the White-Chocolate Dipped Ginger Cookies recipe.

Who doesn't love pie?  My guest, Stacey Mei Yan Fong, surely does ! Stacey shares some simple tips on how to make a great pie, including what goes into making a good crust (it takes her only 15 min !). She also shares where her love of pie comes from, as she delves into her latest book '50 Pies, 50 States: An Immigrants Love Letter to the United States Through Pie.' I truly enjoyed our heartwarming conversation and I know you will too ! To reach Stacey, you can find her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/50pies50states/?hl=en You can find her book '50 Pies, 50 States' on Amazon in the link below and wherever books are sold: https://www.amazon.com/50-Pies-States-Immigrants-Through/dp/0316394513 The link to Kalustyan's (where Stacey buys her spices mentioned in the show) is below: https://foodsofnations.com/ If you'd like to reach out to me directly with feedback or suggestions for future eps, feel free to send your note to susie@cookingandconvos.com.

If you want to learn more about how to approach making simple, yummy meals for your family, you've come to the right place. Let's welcome Amanda Haas - cookbook author, home chef extraordinaire, online cooking instructor, etc. Amanda shares how she stays organized in the kitchen. She also offers prep tips as well so the dinner hour isn't so stressful. Amanda is super relatable and was such a delight to have on the show. I know you'll love her ! To find out more about Amanda and everything she offers (classes, recipes and more!), click the link below: https://www.amandahaascooks.com/ To pre-order her upcoming book 'Homemade Simple-Effortless Dishes for a Busy Life' click any of the links the below: ⁠AMAZON⁠ PORCHLIGHT (Enter to win a grill and more!) OMNIVORE (signed copy!) BARNES & NOBLE

Three simple side dishes that are packed with flavor and ease. Perfect for the summer when you want to be out and about and not spending a ton of time in the kitchen. Recipes are below: Corn Salad with Cilantro https://drive.google.com/file/d/1D2ZgAIEUFdhO8tnwANkcRIAIlHTyF6DA/view Tomato Caprese https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Ua8GIt6O8Csi9mwRGXKSMwcRqlJBbhOH/view Roasted Asparagus with Sprinkled Parmesan Cheese https://drive.google.com/file/d/1uIEWq9kVP0i9fxQp_RfppC_ZriV0NCfV/view Enjoy:)

Summer is here and I wanted to re-share two super delicious, easy-to-prepare seafood dishes that are sure to be keepers in your recipe box. They're both favorites of mine and hope they'll become favorites of yours !! Summer should be a simple time for everyone and these dishes are no exception to that rule. Enjoy :)

If you like feta cheese, you'll love this super simple Feta Sauce Pasta that takes only 5 minutes to prepare before putting it in the oven to bake. Serve it with your favorite pasta and a salad and voilá, you have a super tasty meal, that doesn't have you spending a ton of time in the kitchen. Enjoy :). DM me if you'd like the recipe or would like to connect on cooking: https://www.instagram.com/cookingandconvospodcast/

You won't want to miss my super tasty convo with Chef Joe Gatto - culinary instructor, personal chef and host of Pluto TV's food series 'From Scratch'. Joe has also written a yummy cookbook 'Seriously from Scratch'. In this episode, chef Joe talks about his approach to cooking from scratch and explains that it doesn't take as long as you think ! His young children even make tortillas from scratch. Wow ! Joe has such a wonderful way of teaching people how to cook, and in an accessible way. Plus, he's a lot of fun too. I asked about his secret to a super delicious cheeseburger and his answer might surprise you ! He's an energetic, rising star in the culinary world and I'm confident he'll be on the Food Network in no time ! To find out more about chef Joe, or if you'd like to follow him on Instagram, click on the link below: https://www.instagram.com/chefjoegatto/?hl=en

This episode is a guide to help prepare your pantry and spice cabinet, so you can be well equipped to get cooking ! I share what I always have on hand, which has helped me through numerous meals. Here's to getting organized in your kitchen for the Spring ! Enjoy.

Today's episode is a slight departure from cooking but it's a great convo you won't want to miss. I'm featuring home organizer and license massaged therapist, Kira Rodenbush, who's also the host of the podcast 'What's Up With Your Stuff'. Kira examines the clutter in our homes and how it relates to our sense of well being. She shares how the two are connected, even though we may not be aware of it. It's a fascinating dive into our stuff and why we store so much of it in our homes. To reach out to Kira on Instagram, open the link below: https://www.instagram.com/kirarodenbush/ To reach out to her Facebook group, open the link below: https://www.facebook.com/groups/625330825260625/?notif_t=groups_preview_invite¬if_id=1640973846498445&ref=notif Kira's podcast is below: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/whats-up-with-your-stuff-conversations-on-the/id1596381941

Do you run into those nights when you just don't feel like cooking? If so, then this is the episode for you ! I suggest five different simple meal ideas for those times when you want something quick and easy but also want to clean out your fridge at the same time. Enjoy !

Today's episode will be a bit different than the others. Robin Glickstein, the host of the MindFULL Conversations podcast is featuring me as her guest. We talk all things kitchen and food and it was a lot of fun ! She has a wonderful podcast that I think you'll enjoy. Check it out here: https://open.spotify.com/show/1oDBlD3EbifcmSpBm7SE9U . I'll also be featuring Robin as my guest in the late Spring, so stay tuned for that ! I hope you enjoy the show :).

When you're in a cooking slump, try these six easy rotisserie chicken meal ideas. When I say rotisserie chicken, I'm referring to the pre-made roast chickens you can find in the grocery store, near the deli counter. Saves so much time in the kitchen and there are just so many different kinds of meals you can make, the options are endless ! I offer six super tasty meals ideas I think you'll enjoy and so will the kiddos ! Link to Pillsbury's Chicken Pot Pie recipe I use is below: https://www.pillsbury.com/recipes/classic-chicken-pot-pie/1401d418-ac0b-4b50-ad09-c6f1243fb992

Join me in my convo with Lesley Taylor, host of the 'No Recipe Required' podcast. Lesley comes back to the show to share some wonderful kitchen tips and tasty recipes. She offers her recommendations on wine and also suggests how to select the right wine for you. You won't want to miss this yummy conversation. Listen to her podcast 'No Recipe Required' on Apple, Spotify and Google Podcasts: https://open.spotify.com/show/1liAM6VIrPeXtESykTKP3n To get in contact with Lesley, you can follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/noreciperequired.ca/ Join her FB group 'No Recipe Required Challenge' below. I'm a member and it's a lot of fun ! https://www.facebook.com/groups/956452831576049 If you'd like to connect with her, write: cook@noreciperequired.ca. The cookbook Lesley discusses is 'Eat, Cook, Repeat' by Nigella Lawson. To find out more about Nigella, you can go to her website at: https://www.nigella.com/. If you'd like to reach out to me directly, feel free to DM on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cookingandconvospodcast/

I hope you enjoy my recipe for Fish Tacos that are full of flavor. They don't take much time and you can prep most of it in the morning. The best thing is these tacos only require one seasoning, outside of lime juice, lime zest and olive oil. Super simple for a super yummy meal that kids are sure to love as well ! Ingredients List Directions

Join me in my conversation with Christina Borja McAlvey. Christina is an experienced home chef who has boundless energy, in and outside of the kitchen. She was a finalist in PBS's cooking competition 'The Great American Recipe'. She also appears twice a month on her local news station, featuring a variety of her easy-to-prepare meals. Additionally, she contributes regularly to two organizations that help combat food scarcity and hunger for the disadvantaged. Christina is simply a cooking powerhouse and has a lot of great tips for those of us who want to cook more simply. She'll also share a delicious recipe for pecan-crusted chicken ! You can reach out to her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/filipina_fox/?hl=en She also has a blog you can enjoy: https://filipinafox.blogspot.com/

Enjoy this special treat with Lesley Taylor, host of the podcast 'No Recipe Required'. Since she's in the same cooking space as my podcast, I thought you'd enjoy listening her podcast ! Who doesn't want to learn how to cook without a recipe? Certainly makes life easier and that's what we all want, isn't it? Today she'll be sharing her tips on Risotto. It's easier than you think. Enjoy the show !! To get in contact with Lesley, you can follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/noreciperequired.ca/ Join her FB group 'No Recipe Required Challenge' below. I'm a member and it's a lot of fun ! https://www.facebook.com/groups/956452831576049

In this episode, I'll share three delicious holiday recipes for: Sweet and Spicy Pecans, Cranberry and Pistachio Shortbread Cookies and White Chocolate-Dipped Ginger Cookies. All three are out-of-this-world tasty and super festive for the holiday season. I hope you enjoy them :). You can click this link the Sweet and Spicy Pecans recipe. Click this link for the Cranberry and Shortbread Cookies recipe. Click this link for the White-Chocolate Dipped Ginger Cookies recipe.

This episode is all about planning for the Thanksgiving holiday. I suggest ways to organize and clear the clutter from your kitchen so you can think clearly about planning and preparing for your upcoming feast. You want the yummy day to be enjoyable and not stressful ! Happy Holiday :).

I hope you enjoy this super easy recipe for Korean-Style Meatballs. To say they're full of flavor is an understatement. You can prep the sauce and the meatballs in the morning, so all you have to do is sautee the meatballs for 5-7 minutes when you're ready to serve them. Super Easy !!! You can click this Recipe link for all of the information on how to prepare this lovely dish. Enjoy !!

Meet Nami Uchiyama (my daughter-in-law :). She currently lives in Japan and has all of her life. She briefly shares what mealtimes look like for most Japanese families. She also discusses how busy moms are and how much they juggle. Nami shares the kinds of food that is mostly eaten in Japan, the meals her mom made and also offers a wonderful recipe for Japanese Omurice, that you're sure to love. Let's welcome Nami to the show and learn a little about Japanese life.

I share a simple recipe for chocolate chip cookies that you're sure to love ! I also suggest a quick way to drop these cookies into the oven, long after you've made the dough ! Clink this Recipe Enjoy !

To celebrate the beginning of the summer season, I'm sharing two recipes for cocktails you're sure to love - the Margarita and Mojito. I've just started to enjoy handcrafted cocktails (believe it or not!) and these are my absolute two favorite so far. I'll still be on the hunt though for other fun cocktail recipes :). As a small heads up, I'll be taking a short summer break after this episode but will return soon with new, tasty recipes and fun conversations you're sure to love. If you'd like to reach out to me to make suggestions for future episodes or if you just have a question, feel free to DM me @cookingandconvospodcast. I'd love to hear from you ! For more information on John Chao's Podcast Creator Course, click the link below: https://www.thejohncollective.com/course

Summer is upon us and I'm sharing two delicious recipes for easy-to-make seafood dishes. One is a summer favorite and the other is restaurant-worthy and super yummy. Recipes are below: Spiced Shrimp Mustard Panko-Crusted Halibut I hope you enjoy these recipes ! If you'd like to reach out to share feedback or have suggestions for future episodes, feel free to follow me @cookingandconvospodcast and send me a DM. I'd love to hear from you !

Join me in my conversation with Roger Anderson, host of 'The Kitchen Counter Podcast'. Roger is a seasoned home cook who's had a love of cooking for over 25 years and shares his passion for a variety of food in this episode. He shares how he navigates his home cooking life, provides some kitchen tips and also offers an easy dish (that doesn't involve a recipe) that you can prepare according to your preferences. Join Roger's Kitchen Counter Coffee Break Facebook group: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kitchencounterpodcast To get in contact with Roger, you can follow him below: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kitchencounterpodcast Twitter: @TKCpodcast If you'd like to send him an email: feedback@kitchencounterpodcast.com If you'd like to reach out to me or have any suggestions for future episodes, feel free to follow me on Instagram and send me a DM: https://www.instagram.com/cookingandconvospodcast

You won't want to miss this episode. I share three delicious recipes for side dishes that don't take a ton of time or a ton of ingredients. Who doesn't love that? They're also perfect for the spring and summer season ! Recipes are below: Corn Salad with Cilantro Tomato Caprese Roasted Asparagus with Sprinkled Parmesan Cheese If you'd like to reach out to me to share feedback or have suggestions for future episodes, feel free to follow me @cookingandconvospodcast and send me a DM. I'd love to hear from you!

Please join me in my unforgettable conversation with Sandi Mckenna. Food lover and host of the popular web series 'Midlife Road Trip' where she traveled the world, mostly meeting incredible chefs and eating extraordinary meals. Sandi also hosts the podcast 'Unforgettable Conversations'. She shares a personal story on how and why this podcast started. And believe it or not, on top of all of the above, she's also a private investigator. Clearly, she has an endless passion for life and learning and we talk about it all. You won't want to miss this convo ! To reach Sandi directly, she's on Facebook and Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandimckenna/ https://www.facebook.com/sandra.mckenna

In this episode, I share a terrific, easy recipe for a wonderful chicken dish you won't want to miss. Both the chicken and sauce that goes with it are out of this world ! I also share a super quick recipe for rice and lemony broccoli as well, which aren't complicated. The star of this show really is the chicken and sauce ! Click here for the Chicken and Yogurt Sauce recipes. Click Here for the Rice and Lemony Steamed Broccoli recipes. Enjoy !

Join me in my conversation with Lesley Taylor, host of the podcast 'No Recipe Required'. Lesley is an accomplished home cook, baker and wine enthusiast who has loved cooking since she was a young girl. She shares how she prepares most of her meals without a recipe. She also shares her love of wine and her favorites from around the world, offering great tips on selecting good wine. Lesley has a wonderful 'No Recipe' for delicious roast chicken, which I'm sure anyone will love. Listen to her podcast 'No Recipe Required' on Apple, Spotify and Google Podcasts. To get in contact with Lesley, you can follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/noreciperequired.ca/ Join her FB group 'No Recipe Required Challenge' below. I'm a member and it's a lot of fun ! https://www.facebook.com/groups/956452831576049 If you'd like to send her an email her, write to: cook@noreciperequired.ca.

Meet Celeste Anderson - Personal Trainer, Certified Nutritionist and Podcast Host of 'Pivot 2 Plants'. Celeste encourages all of us to try to pivot more toward a plant based diet, even if it's only in one of our meals a day. Eating well helps us stay well and also makes a big difference in how we feel. She offers a slew of plant-based meal ideas that can be quick and easy for anyone to prepare. She also suggests ways we can shop more wisely in the grocery store as well. What we bring in our house is what we eat, so we need to be smart about what we buy. Celeste highlights that a plant-powered life is not only the best health practice, it's also the most fun and rewarding. To get in contact with Celeste directly, you can follow her on Instagram @celeste.arielle: https://www.instagram.com/celeste.arielle/ Listen to her podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pivot2plants-thriving-on-a-plant-based-diet/id1598057385

In this episode, I share a list of basic kitchen tools and cookware you should initially have in your kitchen. In addition, I share a recipe for a fun and colorful pasta dish with turkey sausage, peppers and onions. Click here for the Kitchen Tools and Equipment list. Click here for the Turkey Sausage with Peppers and Onions recipe in today's show. DM me over on Instagram with any questions you have about cooking or have any suggestions for future episodes, since I'm just starting out and could use the feedback ! Thanks so much.

A very short episode on who I am and what this podcast will be all about. Thanks so much for being here !

Hi I'm Susie Miles and welcome to my new podcast, Cooking and Convos. I‘ll share super easy recipes for super tasty meals, that will take you 30 min or less to prepare. I'll also have a few convos along with the way, with interesting folks who have a lot to say about food as well. I'd like to inspire you to get in the kitchen so you can create delicious meals quickly with a small list of ingredients, so it doesn't feel like a burden but something you enjoy. So step into my kitchen, to cook and connect on Cooking and Convos. PODCAST LAUNCHING - 2/14/22