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A very ambitious and comprehensive guide to pie — from crust technique to decoration to hundreds of unique and interesting flavor combinations — this book from Erin Jeanne McDowell really captured our interest. We talk about the recipes we made, and decide whether this book holds up to the promise.Recipes mentioned in this episode:Striped citrus pieCreamy lemon custard piePeanut butter cream pie with raspberry meringueSweet corn pie with blueberry whipped creamRoasted pineapple piePumpkin pieApple pieCaramel Earl Grey custard pie in a gingersnap crumb crustBlueberry swamp pie with cornmeal crustCitrus sugar pieBirthday cake pieTres leches slab pieOrange vanilla panna cotta pieCreamy mango pieMango pie (NYT)Peanut butter choco-shmallow pieJoin our Cookbook Club!Our Instagram, @cookbookclubshowE-mail us: cookbookclubshow@gmail.comFind Renee and Sara on Instagram: @hipchickdigs and @realtor_saragrayOur sponsors: Dropcloth SamplersCook along with us! Our next (and last!) cookbook episode (airing 7/9/2025): Ottolenghi Simple, by Yotam Ottolenghi

We like veggie burgers, but have we cooked that many? Turns out, this episode sent Sara down a rabbit hole of making veggie burger recipes and they are tricky! Renee weighs in with her favorite store-bought veggie burger options and we have some clear winners to recommend.Recipes and resources mentioned in this episode:The Ultimate Veggie Burger (NYT)Black bean burgers (NYT)Really awesome black bean burgers (Serious Eats)Best Veggie Burger (Love & Lemons)Sweet potato, quinoa, spinach and red lentil burger (NYT)White bean burgers (NYT)Beautiful burger buns (King Arthur Flour)Multigrain veggie burger (Grains for Every Season)Vegetarian black bean burger (Ultimate Veg)Beet & Pinto burger (America's Test Kitchen Vegan for Everybody)Join our Cookbook Club!Our Instagram, @cookbookclubshowE-mail us: cookbookclubshow@gmail.comFind Renee and Sara on Instagram: @hipchickdigs and @realtor_saragrayOur sponsors: Dropcloth SamplersCook along with us! Our next cookbook episode (airing 6/11/2025): The Book on Pie, by Erin Jeanne McDowell

Searching for a recipe you can bring to your next potluck? 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 two recipes that can serve a crowd, or are great for make-ahead meals. You'll want to make a spinach ruffle milk pie—a savory, veggie-packed twist on spanakopita that's perfect for meal prep, healthy lunches, or dinner parties—and a nostalgic monster cookie recipe that's chewy, gluten-free, and ideal for freezing ahead.Tune in for a quick dose of home cooking inspiration!Links:Hetty Lui McKinnon's Tenderheart Cookbook, which has her recipe for savory spinach and mint ruffle milk pieHere's another take on a savory phyllo spinach and feta pie from Super Golden Bakes, and one that looks delicious from Serious EatsSonya's apple and honey ruffle milk pie with video on how to ruffle your phyllo doughMonster Cookie recipe (double to make 15 lbs of cookie dough just like Kari did!)***Got a cooking question? Leave us a message on our hotline at: 323-452-9084For more recipes and cooking inspiration, sign up for our Substack here. You can also now find us on YouTube. Order Sonya's cookbook Braids for more Food Friends recipes!We love hearing from you — follow us on Instagram @foodfriendspod, or drop us a line at foodfriendspod@gmail.com

My Everyday Lagos is a critically acclaimed cookbook that brings West African cuisine to western audiences. Specialty ingredients, spice mixes and unusual techniques set this book apart for us. Recipes and resources mentioned in this episode:Bon Appetit article featuring Yewande KomolafeMom's Sunday chickenOmo Tunde's spice blendJacobsen salt tinsCitrus tonicFermented grain bowlsStewed sardinesCoconut milk caramelsJoin our Cookbook Club!Our Instagram, @cookbookclubshowE-mail us: cookbookclubshow@gmail.comFind Renee and Sara on Instagram: @hipchickdigs and @realtor_saragrayOur Amazon storefrontOur sponsors: Dropcloth SamplersCook along with us! Our next cookbook episode (airing 6/11/2025): The Book on Pie, by Erin Jeanne McDowell

Breakfast for dinner is a favorite weeknight hack for our families. You can take it in a hundred different directions, make it dead easy or make it fancy. Here's our favorite recipes and hacks to make this fun meal!Recipes and resources mentioned in this episode:Multigrain pancake (Super Natural Every Day)Sour cream pancakes with roasted blueberries (Small Victories)Almond flour pancakes (King Arthur Flour)Cuisinart Belgian waffle maker with pancake plates Waffles (NYT)Simple yeasted waffles (NYT)Waffles (Kid in the Kitchen)Dutch baby (NYT)Dutch baby (Grand Central Baking Book)Crepes (Canelle et Vanille)Italian roasted potatoes (Nigella Lawson)Sheet pan full English breakfast (Dinner in One)Leek and red potato frittata with goat cheese and dill (Cooking in Real Life)Sweet potato quiche (Dinner in French)Pasta frittata (NYT)Joi plant-based milksShakshuka (Dinner in an Instant)Artichoke shakshuka (One Pan and Done)Sheet Pan Suppers, by Molly GilbertGreen shakshuka with avocado, chile & feta (Dinner in One)Huevos rancheros (Ama)Huevos rancheros (Smitten Kitchen)Baked eggs with crushed chickpeas, chorizo and bread crumbs (Dining In)Join our Cookbook Club!Our Instagram, @cookbookclubshowE-mail us: cookbookclubshow@gmail.comFind Renee and Sara on Instagram: @hipchickdigs and @realtor_saragrayOur sponsors: Dropcloth SamplersCook along with us! Our next cookbook episode (airing 5/14/2025): My Everyday Lagos, by Yewande Komolafe

Thursday, Open the Door for Three at the Canaan Institute, Roomful of Teeth in the Cornell Concert Series at Bailey Hall, and Ithakaraoke with a Live Band at Deep Dive. Friday, London McDaniel at the Antlers, Tru Bleu is at 23 North in the Small Mall, Marty Stuart and his Fabulous Superlatives at the State Theatre, and Bad Bloom with Raindrop, Collector, Cobra Cadaver, and Slugs at Angry Mom Records. For your Saturday, the Newfield Public Library Book Sale, a Jewelry Sale at the First Baptist Church, the Monster Record Fair at the Ithaca Downtown Conference Center, and a Climate Fair at New Roots Charter School. Then a Spaghetti Supper at the Groton City Church, Jeremiah Craig at Summerhill Brewing, Chris Noyes at the Cranberry Coffeehouse, Mark Normand at the State Theatre, Steven Page at the Smith Opera House in Geneva, and MJT with After Six at Deep Dive. Sunday, the King Ferry Fire Department Chicken BBQ and Modern Western Square Dancing at the Lansing Community Center! Monday, Cookbook Club at the Newfield Public Library. Tuesday, Femme Frequencies at Deep Dive. Wednesday, Jazz Night at Brookton's Market, Wednesday open mic night at the Nocturnal Cafe, formerly Sacred Root, and the [...]

This book is our first foray into the Chrissy Tiegen food universe, and it was a surprise to us — Renee enjoys Chrissy's sense of humor and family-friendly dishes, Sara loves some of the fun treats and umami hacks. Recipes mentioned in this episode:Peanut butter and potato chip seven-layer bars (page 238)Two-berry crumble with HBO crumble (page 22)Orange chicken fried chicken sandwiches (page 161)Meatloaf Wellington (page 141)Sourdough Jack hamburger helper (page 68)Shortcut khao man gai (page 170)Spicy sausage pasta fagioli (page 120)Crispy chicken caesar wedge salad (page 129)Chicken tikka masala with “garlic naan” pita (page 188)Broccoli salad with creamy cashew dressing (page 93)Frosted circus animal cookies (page 240)Join our Cookbook Club!Our Instagram, @cookbookclubshowE-mail us: cookbookclubshow@gmail.comFind Renee and Sara on Instagram: @hipchickdigs and @realtor_saragrayOur Amazon storefrontOur sponsors: Dropcloth SamplersCook along with us! Our next cookbook episode (airing 5/14/2025): My Everyday Lagos, by Yewande Komolafe

We deeply love the magic that happens when you combine whipped egg whites with sugar. Join us as we fall down the rabbit hole of meringue treats, including one of our favorites, the pavlova.Recipes and resources mentioned in this episode:Salted lemon cream pie (Sweet Enough)Vanilla meringues (NYT)Marshmallowy meringues (Salt Fat Acid Heat)Strawberry pavlova (NYT)Cookies-and-cream pavlova (NYT)The best pavlova wreath (Food52)Pull-apart pavlova wreath (Simply Delicious)Roasted rhubarb pavlova with pomegranate molasses (Sweeter off the Vine)Mary Berry's baking bible Join our Cookbook Club!Our Instagram, @cookbookclubshowE-mail us: cookbookclubshow@gmail.comFind Renee and Sara on Instagram: @hipchickdigs and @realtor_saragrayOur sponsors: Dropcloth SamplersCook along with us! Our next cookbook episode (airing 4/16/2025): Cravings: All Together by Chrissy Tiegen

Ever dreamed of gathering with friends to talk about great food, swap recipes, and discover new favorites? In this bite-sized episode, we share delicious moments about the best things we ate this week to inspire each other – and you! Get the inside scoop on starting a cookbook club, and the crave-worthy Korean-inspired, kale-packed casserole recipe Sonya served up to the group. Plus, Kari reports back on the simple trick that turns discarded potato peels into an irresistibly crispy snack; she also shares a quick vegetarian dinner featuring potatoes and kale!Tune in for a quick dose of home cooking inspiration! ***LinksRecipe for “cheesy rice cakes with kale” is in Hetty Lui McKinnon's Tenderheart, and you can find a slightly adapted version of the recipe herePotato skin chips from Marcellina in CucinaMashed potato cakes, one from Ree Drummond, and another that includes feta from Suzy Karadsheh's. For Kari's potato kale cakes, she combines chopped kale, eggs, and leftover mashed potatoes, and coats each cake in panko breadcrumbs. She strongly recommends refrigerating or freezing until firm before pan-frying! The date cookbook mentioned that includes an amazing chocolate date cake: Hot Date! Sweet & Savory Recipes Celebrating the Date, from Party Food to Everyday FeastsSourdough tomato soup by Ottolenghi and Tamimi from the Jerusalem Cookbook Andy Barghani's little gem salad with tahini ranch, and his cookbook: The Cook You Want to Be***Got a cooking question? Leave us a message on our hotline at: 323-452-9084For more recipes and cooking inspiration, sign up for our Substack here.Order Sonya's cookbook Braids for more Food Friends recipes!We love hearing from you — follow us on Instagram @foodfriendspod, or drop us a line at foodfriendspod@gmail.com!

This cookbook brings the unique perspective of an entire family — a collaboration between parents and young adult children with personal stories, family history and some delicious Chinese recipes. Renee went for some weeknight-friendly easier recipes and Sara took on a big baking project.Recipes mentioned in this episode:Cantonese steamed fish (page 211)Mapo tofu (page 250)Chili oil wontons (page 87)Ultimate chili oil (page 275)Shredded potato & carrot salad (page 74)Fast sizzled cucumber salad (page 73)Beef and broccoli (page 194)Milk bread (page 284)Red bean pineapple buns (page 287)Char siu roast pork (page 173)Char siu mini bao (page 29)Lazy veggie noodles (page 115)Eggplant with garlic sauce (page 231)Join our Cookbook Club!Our Instagram, @cookbookclubshowE-mail us: cookbookclubshow@gmail.comFind Renee and Sara on Instagram: @hipchickdigs and @realtor_saragrayOur Amazon storefrontOur sponsors: Dropcloth SamplersCook along with us! Our next cookbook episode (airing 4/16/2025): Cravings: All Together by Chrissy Tiegen

We've talked about pasta recently, but in this episode, we dig into noodles. From noodle soups to a range of Asian noodle dishes, we talk about the delicious things we like to make. Just try to listen to this on without your mouth watering.Recipes and resources mentioned in this episode:The Kitchn guide to Chinese noodlesVietnamese rice noodle salad bowl (Vietnamese Food Any Day)Ever-Green Vietnamese, by Andrea NguyenUmami garlic noodles (Vietnamese Food Any Day)Sesame brown butter udon noodles (NYT)Pressure cooker miso chicken ramen with bok choy (NYT)Pressure cooker beef pho (NYT)Perfect instant ramen (NYT)Peanut butter noodles (NYT)Gochujang butter noodles (NYT)Super simple ramen (Japanese Cookbook for Beginners)Bulgogi with noodles (Maangchi's Big Book of Korean Cooking)Noodle soup with kimchi seasoning (Maangchi's Big Book of Korean Cooking)Join our Cookbook Club!Our Instagram, @cookbookclubshowE-mail us: cookbookclubshow@gmail.comFind Renee and Sara on Instagram: @hipchickdigs and @realtor_saragrayOur sponsors: Dropcloth SamplersCook along with us! Our next cookbook episode (airing 3/19/2025): Woks of Life, by the Leung Family

Lidey Heuck's recipes are classic — maybe to a fault? For Sara, this book has been a weeknight workhorse, and Renee loves the inventive flavor combinations. Recipes mentioned in this episode: Blueberry muffin sugar cookies (page 108) Honey-roasted cashews with a kick (page 33) Baked crap dip with sweet corn and Old Bay (page 41) Coconut creamed corn (page 182) Kale salad with gouda, honeycrisp & walnuts (page 50) Little gem salad with avocado goddess dressing & pickled red onions (page 65) Raddichio salad with pear, cornbread crumbs & muffins (page 77) Shaved carrot salad with creamy sesame-ginger dressing (page 54) Spiced sweet potatoes with pecans & pomegranate seeds (page 177) Avgolemono-ish chicken noodle soup (page 74) Cider-glazed sausages with caramelized apples & fennel (page 87) One-pan chicken meatballs with red sauce & spinach (page 84) Creamy polenta (page 162) Oven-baked polenta (NYT) Red potato and leek frittata with goat cheese and dill (page 245) Lidey bars – vegan date & almond bars (page 246) Peanut butter & ginger cookies (page 190) Lemon rosemary olive oil cake (page 221) Rainbow sprinkle ice cream cake (page 213) Spicy paloma punch (page 22)Join our Cookbook Club! Our Instagram, @cookbookclubshow E-mail us: cookbookclubshow@gmail.com Find Renee and Sara on Instagram: @hipchickdigs and @realtor_saragray Our Amazon storefront Our sponsors: Dropcloth Samplers Cook along with us! Our next cookbook episode (airing 3/19/2025): Woks of Life, by the Leung Family

We love pie! In this episode, we dig in to savory pies that run a wide gamut of influences and flavors. Sara talks about the tamale pie of her youth, Renee used her precious postpartum support time to make a steak & mushroom pie, and we deem pies perfectly worthy of dinner. Recipes and resources mentioned in this episode: Tamale pie (Simply Julia) Kale and mushroom pot pie (Simply Julia) Pasta alfredo (Cook for Love) Shepherd's pie (Linda McCartney's Family Kitchen) Shepherd's pie (Whole30) Steak, ale & mushroom pie (goodFOOD) Samosa pie (NYT) Chicken pot pie (America's Test Kitchen Family Baking Book) Chicken pot pie (Small Victories) Chicken pot pie (Salt Fat Acid Heat) Skillet chicken pot pie (NYT) Deep dish broccoli quiche (Smitten Kitchen Keepers) Sweet potato & bacon quiche (Dinner in French) The Book on Pie Everything bagel hand pies (Simply Julia) Join our Cookbook Club! Our Instagram, @cookbookclubshow E-mail us: cookbookclubshow@gmail.com Find Renee and Sara on Instagram: @hipchickdigs and @realtor_saragray Our Amazon storefront Our sponsors: Dropcloth Samplers Cook along with us! Our next cookbook episode (airing 2/19/2025): Cooking in Real Life, by Lidey Heuck

This memoir with recipes is an unusual cookbook — it follows the year after the folding of Gourmet magazine, when Ruth Reichl was left reeling and found her way through that transition through cooking and food. We talk about the wide variety of recipes, mixture of prose and recipes, and whether we liked the things we made from this book. Recipes mentioned in this episode: Khao man gai Borscht salad Cider-braised pork shoulder Thomas Keller roast chicken Food cart curry chicken Roast leg of lamb with fresh mint sauce Chicken liver pate Beef, wine and onion stew Tart lemon tart Gingered applesauce cake with caramel Linzer torte Join our Cookbook Club! Our Instagram, @cookbookclubshow E-mail us: cookbookclubshow@gmail.com Find Renee and Sara on Instagram: @hipchickdigs and @realtor_saragray Our Amazon storefront Our sponsors: Dropcloth Samplers Cook along with us! Our next cookbook episode (airing 2/19/2025): Cooking in Real Life, by Lidey Heuck

This week on the Insider Report, Kat and Bruce give the scoop on what is going on in the area, including the Chetco Library event schedule, the Thrive In '25 Fitness Challenge at Chetco Library, Cookbook Club at Curry Public Library, Intro Into Hand Built Pottery at Manley Art Center, Britt Festival Orchestra String Quartet […]

After the hemorrhage of the holiday season, we are ready to get back to simple cooking in the evenings, with a budget-friendly spin. We focus on cleaning out the freezer/pantry, maximizing protein and using our yummiest budget-friendly recipes. Recipes and resources mentioned in this episode: White bean dip (Super Natural Every Day) Lentil soup dip (Simply Julia) The Everlasting Meal, by Tamar Adler Super Natural Every Day, by Heidi Swanson White beans & cabbage (Super Natural Every Day) Miso curry delicata squash (Super Natural Every Day) Green lentil soup (Super Natural Every Day) Curried red lentils with coconut milk (Small Victories) Pureed winter squash & lentil soup (NYT) Red lentil soup with lemon (NYT) Creamy lentils (Indian Instant Pot) Stewed chickpea, zucchini & peppers (Simply Julia) Roasted chickpeas (NYT) Spaghetti with garlicky breadcrumbs & anchovies (NYT) I Dream of Dinner, by Ali Slagle Dinner in One, by Melissa Clark Join our Cookbook Club! Our Instagram, @cookbookclubshow E-mail us: cookbookclubshow@gmail.com Find Renee and Sara on Instagram: @hipchickdigs and @realtor_saragray Our sponsors: Dropcloth Samplers Cook along with us! Our next cookbook episode (airing 1/22/2025): My Kitchen Year: 136 Recipes that Saved my Life, by Ruth Reichl

This cookbook from Martha Stewart alum Jess Damuck rides high on crunchy California hippie vibes. Whole wheat baked goods (yikes), smoothies and salads rule this book, which we liked and disliked in almost equal measure. Recipes mentioned in this episode: Tuna, Avocado and Grapefruit with Seed Crackers (page 129) Test Kitchen turmeric tonic (page 74) Morning glory muffins (page 50) Morning glory muffins (NYT) Savory brown rice porridge with greens and soft egg (page 54) Creamsicle smoothie (page 70) Peach and burrata caprese with hot honey (page 176) Crispy rice and salmon bowl with quick pickles and greens (page 111) Sweet potato bread with miso tahini butter (page 240) Whole wheat sesame challah (page 262) Buckwheat brownies (page 244) Simple Any-stone-fruit cake (page 254) Marian Burros' plum torte (NYT) Black bean tostadas with avocado and crispy leeks (page 91) Very good vegan chili (page 103) Mushroom “carnitas” tacos with citrusy radish slaw (page 232) Lemony kale salad with crispy chickpeas and avocado (page 183) Join our Cookbook Club! Our Instagram, @cookbookclubshow E-mail us: cookbookclubshow@gmail.com Find Renee and Sara on Instagram: @hipchickdigs and @realtor_saragray Our sponsor: Dropcloth Samplers Cook along with us! Our next cookbook episode (airing 1/22/2025): My Kitchen Year: 136 Recipes that Saved my Life, by Ruth Reichl

By listener request, some ideas for gifts for yourself or the other cooks and foodies in your life. We discuss the best gift exchange gifts we've received, thrifting for treasures and buying more than one of your favorite spatula. Recipes and resources mentioned in this episode: SNL: Christmas morning (YouTube) Strawberry huller (Amazon) Renee's Amazon storefront Mason jar juicer lid (Amazon) Thermopro probe thermometer (Amazon) Get it Right spatulas Figmint mini rubber spatulas & mixing bowls with lids (Target) Hydro Flask insulated bowl (Amazon) Fly by Jing chili crisp Olympia Provisions Jacobsen salt Raaka chocolate Sugarpine Drive-In sundae sauces Join our Cookbook Club! Our Instagram, @cookbookclubshow E-mail us: cookbookclubshow@gmail.com Find Renee and Sara on Instagram: @hipchickdigs and @realtor_saragray Our sponsors: Dropcloth Samplers Cook along with us! Our next cookbook episode (airing 12/25/2024): Health Nut, by Jess Damuck

Discovered by Renee at Book Larder in Seattle, this book is a baking book celebrating flavors and treats from Denmark, Norway & Sweden. We both loved creating these treats that were outside the normal things we bake — a perfect book for the baking season! Recipes mentioned in this episode: The Life-Changing Loaf of Bread (My New Roots) Sprouted rye bread (page 198) Cardamom-scented apple and pear snacking cake (page 76) Rye chocolate chunk cookies (page 60) Waffles with kefir & cardamom (page 179) Raspberry squares (page 57) Cinnamon buttons (page 224) Caramel slices (page 47) Brown sugar “focaccia” cake (page 81) Royal party cake (page 100) Soft bun dough (page 110) Cinnamon knots (page 113) Saffron rusks (page 64) Buttermilk “soup” with cardamom rusks (page 103) Rye crispbread (page 175) Join our Cookbook Club! Our Instagram, @cookbookclubshow E-mail us: cookbookclubshow@gmail.com Find Renee and Sara on Instagram: @hipchickdigs and @realtor_saragray Our sponsor: Dropcloth Samplers Cook along with us! Our next cookbook episode (airing 12/25/2024): Health Nut, by Jess Damuck

It's that time again! The super bowl of the cook's calendar. We talk about not making it a one-woman show, our plans for Thanksgiving this year and strategies for keeping it together during this food and family-filled holiday. Recipes mentioned in this episode: Cranberry curd tart (NYT) Mango pie (NYT) Vegan mushroom gravy (NYT) Carrot pie (Six Seasons) French onion stuffing (NYT) Pecan pie bites with gravy (NYT) Jennie's Chicken Pelau (Small Victories) Chicken and black-eyed pea chili (Now & Again) Chickpea stew with coconut and turmeric (NYT) Join our Cookbook Club! Our Instagram, @cookbookclubshow E-mail us: cookbookclubshow@gmail.com Find Renee and Sara on Instagram: @hipchickdigs and @realtor_saragray Our sponsors: Dropcloth Samplers Cook along with us! Our next cookbook episode (airing 11/27/2024): Scandinavian from Scratch, by Nicole Accettola

Instagram sensation turned cookbook author Dan Pelosi gave us a gem of a cookbook filled with comfort food, family and fun here. Sara is obsessed with the breakfast mushrooms and eggs, Renee isn't sure whether these recipes are that great, but we love how Dan brings his whole personality to the book. Recipes mentioned in this episode: Grossy's vodka sawce (page 193) Spinach & mushroom baked eggs (page 60) Mushroom bolognese (page 190) Vegan mushroom gravy (NYT) Roasted fennel, orange & olive salad (page 115) Four seasons salad (page 103) Italian gay wedding soup (page 85) Chocolate anise biscotti (page 249) Grandma Katherine's rice pudding (page 276) Cinnamon sugar knots (page 138) The only dough you'll knead (page 123) Live, Loaf, Love (page 229) Aioli have eyes for you (page 35) Mom's stuffed artichokes (page 112) Join our Cookbook Club! Our Instagram, @cookbookclubshow E-mail us: cookbookclubshow@gmail.com Find Renee and Sara on Instagram: @hipchickdigs and @realtor_saragray Our sponsors: Dropcloth Samplers Cook along with us! Our next cookbook episode (airing 11/27/2024): Scandinavian from Scratch, by Nicole Accettola

A weeknight savior, a delicious favorite for kids and adults alike, and yet we made it to episode 79 before we had an episode about it?! We're getting to it, thanks to a great listener request. Join us to talk about delicious pasta. Recipes mentioned in this episode: Spaghetti with garlicky bread crumbs and anchovies (NYT) Bacon & egg spaghetti, with greens & herbs (Dinner in One) Fettucine alfredo (Cook for Love) Pasta with garlicky broccoli raab (Dinner in One) Creamy corn pasta with basil (NYT) Charred corn pasta salad (What's Gaby Cooking: Grilling all of the things) Disappearing zucchini orzo (Animal, Vegetable, Miracle) Instant Pot pasta bolognese (Julia Turshen) Caramelized shallot pasta (NYT) Kale sauce with any noodle (Six Seasons) Green angel hair with garlic butter (Smitten Kitchen Keepers) Llubav's green spaghetti (Simply Julia) A Nice Lasagna (Small Victories) A Very Good Lasagna (Nothing Fancy) Join our Cookbook Club! Our Instagram, @cookbookclubshow E-mail us: cookbookclubshow@gmail.com Find Renee and Sara on Instagram: @hipchickdigs and @realtor_saragray Our sponsors: Dropcloth Samplers Cook along with us! Our next cookbook episode (airing 10/30/2024) will be about Let's Eat! by Dan Pelosi

Do you know how sometimes cooking can feel like a chore? Well, imagine turning it into a party where everyone brings a dish, shares their cooking adventures, and leaves with new recipes and closer friendships. In this episode of Clutter-Free Academy, Kathi Lipp and Tonya Kubo dive into the delightful world of cookbook clubs. Kathi introduces the concept, explaining how these gatherings can transform cooking from a solitary chore into a social, enriching experience. Listeners will discover: What is a cookbook club and how to start one How to choose and assign recipes from a selected cookbook Tips for hosting, including using paper plates for easy clean-up How to incorporate discussion questions to enhance the social aspect Kathi and Tonya also touch on the importance of making cooking enjoyable and how cookbook clubs can reignite passion for home-cooked meals. Want to start your own cookbook club? Our kit makes it easy. Get yours here.  And as promised, here is Kathi's favorite scheduling app! http://www.signupgenius.com/ Preorder Sabbath Soup here and receive your free download bonus Sabbath Soup Shortcuts PLUS a personal shout-out on a future CFA episode. Email Tonya Kubo at tonya@kathilipp.org to register for your shout-out. The preorder bonus ends October 8, 2024. Click here to be notified when the next podcast episode is released! Also, stay up to date and sign up here to receive our newsletter. Links Mentioned: Kathi's favorite scheduling app - http://www.signupgenius.com/ Other cookbooks Mentioned: Against All Grain Cookbook Modern Asian Baking Cookbook Betty Crocker Cookbook, 13th Edition America's Test Kitchen Cookbook More With Less Cookbook Preorder Sabbath Soup here and receive your bonus down Sabbath Soup Shortcuts. Preorder bonus ends October 8, 2024 After you preorder Sabbath Soup, email Tonya Kubo at tonya@kathylipp.org to register for your Shout-Out on a future CFA episode! Clutter Free Resources: Join our Clutter Free Academy Facebook Group Tonya's newest podcast: The Business You Really Want on Apple Podcasts The Business You Really Want on Spotify Let's stay connected To share your thoughts: Leave a note in the comment section below. Leave an honest review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews really help and I read each one. Subscribe on iTunes or subscribe to our newsletter now.

#638 Cooking, Community, and Conversation: How to Start a Cookbook Club

This James Beard-award winning cookbook features a collaboration between Hawa Hassan and Julia Turshen, and tells the stories of many women across eight African countries. We love the storytelling aspect of this book. Will we keep it on our shelves? Recipes mentioned in this episode: Digaag Qumbe (page 73) Xawaash spice mix (page 74) Somali beef stew (page 93) Ma Gehennet's Shiro (page 45) Berbere spice mix (page 50) Ma Kauthar's Mango chile sauce (page 116) Date bread (page 158) Bolo Polana (page 189) Ginger spritz (page 245) Iced Rooibos tea with orange, cloves and cinnamon (page 214) Resources mentioned in this episode: In Bibi's Kitchen, by Hawa Hassan with Julia Turshen Indian Instant Pot, by Urvashi Pitre Join our Cookbook Club! Our Instagram, @cookbookclubshow E-mail us: cookbookclubshow@gmail.com Find Renee and Sara on Instagram: @hipchickdigs and @realtor_saragray Our sponsors: Dropcloth Samplers Cook along with us! Our next cookbook episode (airing 10/30/2024) will be about Let's Eat! by Dan Pelosi

The kids are back in school, and you need to get yourself fed during the day. Join us for some strategies for weekday lunches, whether you are at home or in the office. Renee works from home, Sara often works from her car, and we offer solutions for every situation in-between. Cookbooks mentioned in this episode: That Cheese Plate will Change Your Life, by Marissa Mullen Vegan boards, by Kate Kasbee It's All Easy, by Gwyneth Paltrow Resources mentioned in this episode: Planetbox lunch boxes Lunchbots lunch boxes Copycat Bitchin' sauce Copycat Yumm sauce Copycat Toby's dip Join our Cookbook Club! Our Instagram, @cookbookclubshow E-mail us: cookbookclubshow@gmail.com Find Renee and Sara on Instagram: @hipchickdigs and @realtor_saragray Our sponsors: Dropcloth Samplers Cook along with us! Next cookbook episode (airing 10/2/2024): In Bibi's Kitchen, by Hawa Hassan & Julia Turshen

Ali Slagle wrote our dream weeknight cookbook in “I Dream of Dinner.” We talk about Ali Slagle's camper van adventures and the flexibility in these recipes while we celebrate bringing the podcast back after Renee's cancer treatment! Recipes mentioned in this episode: Shrimp cocktail for dinner (page 365) Gochujang gravy (page 337) Smoky white beans and cauliflower (page 82) Marbella chicken salad (page 277) Ricotta frittata with lemon crumbs (page 32) Sesame chicken meatballs (page 263) Tahini herb pasta salad (page 162) Sticky chicken with pickled vegetables (page 297) Resources mentioned in this episode: Ali Slagle's cute cooking videos from her camper van Join our Cookbook Club! Our Instagram, @cookbookclubshow E-mail us: cookbookclubshow@gmail.com Find Renee and Sara on Instagram: @hipchickdigs and @realtor_saragray Our sponsors: Dropcloth Samplers Cook along with us! Our next cookbook episode (airing 10/2/2024) will be about In Bibi's Kitchen, by Hawa Hassan with Julia Turshen.

Summary In this episode, Lindsay and Justin discuss various topics, including Lindsay's DIY dresser project, Justin's DJ gig at a wedding, and their aspirations for future endeavors. They also touch on the concept of pride and love during Pride Month. Lindsay talks about her Cookbook Club and the preparations involved in organizing the monthly event. The conversation is light-hearted and filled with humor. Taylor Swift's recent concerts in London made headlines as she performed in front of 90,000 fans each night and brought out her boyfriend, Travis Kelce, on stage. This marked the first time she publicly acknowledged a boyfriend during a performance. The couple's appearance together sparked engagement rumors. Taylor also posted a selfie with Prince William, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Travis, further fueling speculation. In other Taylor Swift news, she collaborated with Gracie Abrams on a song called 'Us' and shared behind-the-scenes videos of their writing process. Travis Kelce also spoke about his relationship with Taylor in a podcast, expressing his support and pride for her. In this final part of the conversation, the hosts discuss various topics including the Kendrick Lamar Juneteenth concert, Paris Fashion Week, Bridgerton, and sports news. They share their thoughts on the concert, the themes of the Vogue show, and the love stories in Bridgerton. They also mention the release of new shows like The Bear and The Summer I Turned Pretty. The conversation ends with the hosts expressing their love for the listeners and wishing them a happy July and the end of Pride Month.

Rick Martinez brings his warm, fun and exuberant personality to this collection of Mexican cuisine from different regions of Mexico. We love the color and texture throughout this book and talk about one of the yummiest meals we've shared together. Somebody book us a trip to sunny Mexico! Recipes mentioned in this episode: Enchiladas mineras (page 74) Aguachile (page 242) Gaspacho moreliano (page 90) Arroz blanco con mantequilla (page 50) Pozole verde, estilo Guerrero (page 116) Chiles jalapeños en escabeche (page 64) Salsa macha (page 60) Tacos árabes (page 93) Tortillas árabes (page 44) Pan de muerto (page 102) Resources mentioned in this episode: Tajín Join our Cookbook Club! Our Instagram, @cookbookclubshow E-mail us: cookbookclubshow@gmail.com Find Renee and Sara on Instagram: @hipchickdigs and @realtor_saragray Our sponsors: Dropcloth Samplers Cook along with us! Next episodes coming in September 2024 after a summer break!

Stephanie Lau is on a mission to bring people together. A CPA by day, she started a monthly potluck called Cookbook Club out of her one-bedroom apartment in Brooklyn. Today, the Cookbook Club events draw dozens of attendees.In this episode, host Abena Anim-Somuah dives deep into the world of cookbooks with Stephanie. They discuss the titles Stephanie grew up with, including “Joy of Cooking” and Mark Bittman's “How to Cook Everything,” and why it's important for her to feature authors of color like Hetty Lui McKinnon and Natasha Pickowicz. Stephanie also talks about balancing her full-time job as an accountant with her new role as a community-builder.Don't miss Stephanie's voicemail to her future self.More on Stephanie: InstagramFollow Abena on InstagramCherry Bombe on InstagramFuture Of Food Is You transcripts can be found hereHosted by Abena Anim-SomuahProduced by Kerry Diamond, Catherine Baker, and Elizabeth VogtEdited by Jenna SadhuContent Operations Manager Londyn CrenshawRecorded at CityVox Studios in NYCThe Future Of Food Is You is a production of The Cherry Bombe Podcast Network

Pie is wonderful. Dessert pie is the best. And it makes us feel downright patriotic. Join us as we geek out on crust, fillings and baking techniques in this episode all about pie. Recipes mentioned in this episode: ⁠Tart and pie dough (The Art of Simple Food) All butter crust (America's Test Kitchen) The only pie crust (Alison Roman) Lime pie with Anzac biscuit crust (Family) Carrot pie (Six Seasons) David Liebovitz's salted honey pie (Grains for Every Season) Banana cream pie (NYT) Coconut cream pie (America's Test Kitchen) Salted lemon cream pie (Sweet Enough) Apple ombre pie (NYT) Cookbooks mentioned in this episode: The Book on Pie, by Erin Jeanne McDowell Baking with Dorie, by Dorie Greenspan Dessert Person, by Claire Saffitz Join our Cookbook Club! Our Instagram, @cookbookclubshow E-mail us: cookbookclubshow@gmail.com Find Renee and Sara on Instagram: @hipchickdigs and @realtor_saragray Our sponsors: Dropcloth Samplers Cook along with us! Next cookbook episode (releasing 6/12/2024 most likely — thanks for your patience!): Mi Cocina, by Rick Martinez

Bryant Terry is a visionary in the vegan cooking world, and we tried out this well-known cookbook. We talk about nesting doll recipes, brilliant vegan flavor boosters and decide whether this book could ever work on a weeknight. (And yes, we know we sound a little breathy in the audio on this episode, we're working on it!) Recipes mentioned in this episode: All-green everything salad with creamy sage dressing (page 148) Cornbread muffins (page 37) Dill pickled fennel (page 44) Red rice with spring vegetables (page 74) Sweet potato, russet potato and tempeh hash (page 183) Millet, red lentil and potato cakes (page 175) Lentil soup (page 215) Creamy carrot coconut soup (page 208) Resources mentioned in this episode: Spotify dinner playlist Join our Cookbook Club! Our Instagram, @cookbookclubshow E-mail us: cookbookclubshow@gmail.com Find Renee and Sara on Instagram: @hipchickdigs and @realtor_saragray Our sponsors: Dropcloth Samplers Cook along with us! Next cookbook episode (releasing 6/12/2024 most likely — thanks for your patience!): Mi Cocina, by Rick Martinez

We love to bake — so today, we talk about some favorite recipes for these easy go-to bakes. Sara won a prize for quickbread at the Oregon State Fair, Emily brings us tips on making these treats gluten free, and Renee, as always, loves Melissa Clark. Recipes mentioned in this episode: ⁠Carrot loaf cake with tangy lemon glaze (NYT) Banana bread (Weeknight Baking) Spiced banana brown bread (Now & Again) Gluten free zucchini muffins (Sprouted Kitchen) Pumpkin bread (Smitten Kitchen) Most adaptable one-bowl cornmeal pound cake (NYT) Pumpkin maple muffins (NYT) Caramelized brown butter rice krispies treats (NYT) Perfect blueberry muffins (Smitten Kitchen Every Day) Blueberry muffins (Grand Central Baking Book) Cranberry crumb muffins (NYT) Morning glory muffins (NYT) Toasted oat & apple muffins (Small Victories) Sled dog muffins (Simply Julia) Lunchbox harvest muffins (NYT) Figgy buckwheat scone (Good to the Grain) Cookbooks mentioned in this episode: Weeknight baking, by Michelle Lopez Good to the Grain, by Kim Boyce Join our Cookbook Club! Our Instagram, @cookbookclubshow E-mail us: cookbookclubshow@gmail.com Find Renee and Sara on Instagram: @hipchickdigs and @realtor_saragray Our sponsors: Dropcloth Samplers Our guest: Emily Pagliarulo, @ejmaletz on Instagram Cook along with us! Next cookbook episode (releasing 5/15/2024): Vegetable Kingdom, by Bryant Terry

This book grabbed Renee's eye over the summer when she was traveling in the UK, so she brought it back and we dove in to this ingredient-focused, easy weeknight book from our neighbor across the pond. Recipes mentioned in this episode: Persian saffron chicken, fennel & barberry stew (Persiana) Harissa & lemon roasted chicken thighs (page 80) Bloody Mary spatchcocked chicken (page 58) Butternut, cardamom & tahini soup (page 27) Tahini cinnamon swirls (page 222) Halloumi, bacon, date and apple salad (page 31) Spicy nutty roasted cauliflower (page 160) Zucchini, apple, peanut and feta salad (page 46) Persian flatbread (Persiana) Yogurt, marjoram & pul biber flatbreads (page 209) Cheat's dhal (page 144) Zesty mackerel pate (page 24) Pistachio feta dip (Persiana) Cookbooks mentioned in this episode: Persiana, by Sabrina Ghayour Join our Cookbook Club! Our Instagram, @cookbookclubshow E-mail us: cookbookclubshow@gmail.com Find Renee and Sara on Instagram: @hipchickdigs and @realtor_saragray Our sponsors: Dropcloth Samplers Our guest: Emily Pagliarulo, @ejmaletz on Instagram Cook along with us! Next cookbook episode (releasing 5/15/2024): Vegetable Kingdom, by Bryant Terry

Episode 73 : How to Build a Community with a Cookbook Club   In this episode of the Happy Hostess Podcast, Kristie LaLonde sits down with Holly Hyers,  a passionate home cook and entertainer. Holly shares her journey of creating and managing an online cookbook club, discussing the inspiration behind its inception and the unique experiences it offers to its members. Holly provides valuable tips for anyone interested in joining or starting their own online cookbook club, from fostering engaging discussions to organizing the details. She also shares heartwarming anecdotes and memorable moments from her own club, highlighting the sense of community and camaraderie that flourishes in these spaces. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a kitchen novice, this episode offers a delightful peek into a thriving community bound by a love for food, friendship, and fun.   About Holly: Holly Hyers moved around quite a bit growing up and landed as a young adult in Washington, DC in 2015. It was from there she began to realize connection and hospitality was vital to life. She got involved in community, work, church, and hosting in her apartments and eventual home. Living in a transient community, hospitality can look different and a welcome is shown in a variety of ways including being at work or even virtual. Holly began a virtual cookbook club in 2022 as a source of connection as people continued to move and schedules grew increasingly complicated. She looks forward to virtual cookbook clubs and more hospitality focused activities in the days ahead.   Connect with Holly: Holly's Cookbook Club: https://sparkling-grass-252.myflodesk.com/r78vvemcvg    Holly's Instagram:   https://www.instagram.com/hollyahyers Resources: Get Notified for the Happy Hostess Collective Cookbook Review: http://happyhostesscollective.com/   The Preppy Podcast https://thepreppypodcast.com/   Happy Hostess Social Media Links: https://www.instagram.com/happyhostesscollective/ https://m.facebook.com/happyhostesscollective

This week on Seasoned, we're talking with people connected to our state's libraries who mix their work with a passion for food, drink and community. The downtown branch of the Hartford Public Library may be closed for renovations, but that hasn't stopped Andréa Hawkins and Doug Barber from opening up a coffee shop on the light-filled first floor of the library. They talk with us about how the shop fosters community. And, pairing wine with cheese and charcuterie is too obvious. What wine might pair with Virginia Woolf's Orlando? How about Madame Bovary or Anna Karenina? Shannon Barillari, of the Russell Library in Middletown, talks with us about how she pairs wine with books. Plus, how does Youth Services Librarian Kristen Slepecki get kids excited about the library's Teen Test Kitchen program? "I bribe them with food," she says. "Sugary treats are, for sure, the way to go." We talk with Kristen and Christine Michaud, the Durham Library's director, about the intrinsic value of the library's Cookbook Club, which is part book discussion, part pot luck. Also, some city and town libraries in our state have what's called a Library of Things. Home cooks, ask your librarian if you can borrow a Barbie cake pan, cookie cutters, an air fryer, rice cooker or pizza oven! Bridget Quinn, President and CEO and Head Librarian at the Hartford Public Library describes the awesomeness of the Library of Things. GUESTS: Andréa Hawkins and Doug Barber: Co-owners of Berkins on Main, the coffee shop on the first floor of the Hartford Public Library. They also own Berkins Blend Cafe in Glastonbury, Conn. Shannon Barillari: Head of Digital and Emerging Technologies, Russell Library, Middletown, Conn. Christine Michaud: Director of the Durham Public Library and the leader of the library's Cookbook Club. Kristen Slepecki: Youth Services and Teen Librarian at the Durham Public Library. She runs the Teen Test Kitchen program, where teenagers participate in fun taste tests and make edible experiments. Bridget Quinn: President and CEO, and Head Librarian, of the Hartford Public Library. Interested in the book and wine pairings Shannon Barallari suggests? The Guest by Emma Cline - Bajta Kerouac by Ann Charters - Château Redortier, Beaumes de Venise  Madame Bovary by Gustave Flaubert and Anna Karenina by Leo Tolstoy - Chateau Thivin (producer) Cote de Brouilly (one of the twelve appellations in Beaujolais) – Les sept vignes T. R. The Last Romantic by H.W. Brands (Teddy Roosevelt Biography) - Elijah Craig Small Batch Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Orlando by Virginia Woolf - Bodet-Herold Crémant de Lorie Physis This show was produced by Robyn Doyon-Aitken, Meg Dalton, Katrice Claudio, Stephanie Stender, Tagan Engel, and Meg Fitzgerald. Scout Raimondo is our intern. Sabrina Herrera, Francesca Fontanez, Martha Castillo, Katherine Jimenez and Janae Spinato are our Social team. Join the conversation on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and email: seasoned@ctpublic.org. Seasoned is available as a podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, TuneIn, Listen Notes, or wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe and never miss an episode.Support the show: https://www.wnpr.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There are very many things you can put on buns. Make your own buns, buy some at the grocery store, make a thing on a bun! We give you a whole list of ideas you can use for a meal on a bun! Recipes mentioned in this episode: ⁠Beautiful burger buns (King Arthur Flour) English muffins (King Arthur Flour) Crispy oven pulled pork (Smitten Kitchen Keepers) Turkey burgers (Food Health & Happiness) The ultimate veggie burger (NYT) Jamie Oliver's vegetarian black bean burger (NYT) Potato chip fish cakes (Simply Julia) Homemade merguez with herby yogurt (Small Victories) Superiority burger's crispy fried tofu sandwich (NYT) Cookbooks mentioned in this episode: Mooncakes & Milk Bread Join our Cookbook Club! Our Instagram, ⁠@cookbookclubshow⁠ E-mail us: ⁠cookbookclubshow@gmail.com⁠ Find Renee and Sara on Instagram: ⁠@hipchickdigs⁠ and ⁠@realtor_saragray⁠ Our sponsor: ⁠Dropcloth Samplers⁠ Cook along with us! Next cookbook episode (releasing 4/17/2024): Persiana Everyday, by Sabrina Ghayour

Season three of our podcast and we're finally cooking from the Barefoot Contessa! We talk about our fabulous cookbook club dinner, and whether we like cooking Ina Garten's classic, entertaining-friendly recipes. Recipes mentioned in this episode: Warm spinach & artichoke dip Ultimate bloody marys Green salad vinaigrette Creamy tomato bisque Split pea soup with crispy kielbasa Charred carrots with orange and balsamic Baked rigatoni with lamb ragu Brussels sprouts pizza carbonara Salted pistachio meringues Chocolate dipped brown sugar shortbread Bittersweet chocolate cake Join our Cookbook Club! Our Instagram, @cookbookclubshow E-mail us: cookbookclubshow@gmail.com Find Renee and Sara on Instagram: @hipchickdigs and @realtor_saragray Our sponsors: Dropcloth Samplers Cook along with us! Next cookbook episode (releasing 4/17/2024): Persiana Everyday, by Sabrina Ghayour

We make a lot of cakes! In this episode, we weigh the pros and cons of cake mixes vs. homemade cakes, kid cakes vs. adult cakes and talk about decorations and give you some of our best birthday cake strategies. Recipes mentioned in this episode: ⁠Pineapple upside down cake (Snacking Cakes) Strawberry summer cake (Smitten Kitchen) Devil's food with salted milk chocolate frosting (Smitten Kitchen Keepers) Chocolate Midnight cake (Salt Fat Acid Heat) Toasted coconut cake (Now & Again) Cookbooks mentioned in this episode: Momofuku Milk Bar Mary Berry's Baking Bible Resources mentioned in this episode: Erin McDowell's rainbow frosting The Kitchn's funfetti cake recipe roundup Unicorn cake topper Join our Cookbook Club! Our Instagram, ⁠@cookbookclubshow⁠ E-mail us: ⁠cookbookclubshow@gmail.com⁠ Find Renee and Sara on Instagram: ⁠@hipchickdigs⁠ and ⁠@realtor_saragray⁠ Our sponsor: ⁠Dropcloth Samplers⁠ Cook along with us! Next cookbook episode (releasing 3/20/2024): Modern Comfort Food, by Ina Garten

One of the most famous cookbooks of all time, Mastering the Art of French Cooking was a revelation at the time, bringing French cuisine to American cooks. This huge collection of recipes is a little intimidating — but in this episode, we break it down to share the things we've made and loved along the way. Recipes mentioned in this episode: Pissaladière niçoise (Vol 1, page 151) Salade niçoise (Vol 1, page 542) Eggs En Gelee (Vol 1, page 547) Meringue-nut layer cake with butter-cream frosting and filling (Vol 2, page 497) Cream puffs (Vol 1, page 177) Baked cucumbers/parslied cucumbers (Vol 1, page 500) Fondue de poulet a la creme (Vol 1, page 262) Scrambled eggs (Vol 1, page 125) Chocolate souffle (Vol 1, page 619) Oeufs en Cocotte (Vol 1, page 123) Resources mentioned in this episode: Killing It, by Camas Davis Gordon Ramsay cooking scrambled eggs Join our Cookbook Club! Our Instagram, @cookbookclubshow E-mail us: cookbookclubshow@gmail.com Find Renee and Sara on Instagram: @hipchickdigs and @realtor_saragray Our sponsors: Dropcloth Samplers Cook along with us! Next cookbook episode (releasing 3/20/2024): Modern Comfort Food, by Ina Garten

We are coming off the holidays, entering a new year, battling winter weather and sitting down to share how cooking is going in our homes these days. Freezer clean-outs, fresh new year recipes and more! Recipes mentioned in this episode: ⁠Indecision grilled chicken (Small Victories) Shepherd's pie with a sweet potato crust (Whole30) Roasted red pepper sauce (Whole30) Roasted pork shoulder with butternut squash and tomatoes (Whole30) Cinnamon rolls (NYT) Bacon and egg spaghetti (Dinner in One) Cranberry-orange “snow” scones (Alexandra's Kitchen) Slow-roasted salmon (Salt Fat Acid Heat) Recipes from In Bibi's Kitchen Tangy braised short ribs (NYT) Recipes from Evolutions in Bread Recipes from Elements of Pizza Vanilla meringues (NYT) Pavlova wreath (Leigh Ann Wilkes) Chewy pumpkin chocolate chip cookie bars (NYT) Coconut curry chickpeas with pumpkin and lime (NYT) Pumpkin crumb cake (NYT) Baked pumpkin donuts (NYT) Seeded nut loaf (Mary Berry's Baking Bible) Join our Cookbook Club! Our Instagram, ⁠@cookbookclubshow⁠ E-mail us: ⁠cookbookclubshow@gmail.com⁠ Find Renee and Sara on Instagram: ⁠@hipchickdigs⁠ and ⁠@realtor_saragray⁠ Our sponsor: ⁠Dropcloth Samplers⁠ Cook along with us! Next cookbook episode (releasing 2/21/2024): Mastering the Art of French Cooking, by Julia Child

We loved Andrea Nguyen's first book, “Vietnamese Food Any Day.” How does her new release stack up for us? Renee and Sara talk about building block recipes, too-long-descriptions, eating cake until our stomachs hurt and more. Recipes mentioned in this episode: 10-10-10 Perfect Rice (page 65) Umami tofu crumbles (page 50) Nuoc Cham dipping sauce (page 32) Fast-fried shallots (page 46) Chicken-vegetable pho (page 161) Pressure cooker beef pho (NYT) Char siu pulled jackfruit (page 229) Baked char siu pulled-jackfruit bao (page 121) Gingery vegetable and beef stir fry (page 254) Char siu roasted cauliflower (page 227) Greens with magical sesame salt (page 201) Vietnamese mocha cake (page 266) Spice-citrus marble cake (page 269) Egg coffee (page 287) Resources mentioned in this episode: David Chang on MSG & umami (YouTube) MSG as a misunderstood ingredient (CNN) MSG's bad rap (Five Thirty Eight) Join our Cookbook Club! Our Instagram, @cookbookclubshow E-mail us: cookbookclubshow@gmail.com Find Renee and Sara on Instagram: @hipchickdigs and @realtor_saragray Our sponsors: Dropcloth Samplers Cook along with us! Next cookbook episode (releasing 2/21/2024): Mastering the Art of French Cooking, by Julia Child

The holidays are over and weeknight cooking is back. If you're like us, maybe you're feeling a little overwhelmed and worn out on it — in that case, tune in for some easy weeknight dinner inspiration to get your dinner mojo back. Recipes mentioned in this episode: ⁠Shakshuka (Dinner in an Instant) Shakshuka (Dinner in One) Green shakshuka with avocado and lime (NYT) Rao's meatballs (NYT) Pasta alla Gricia (NYT) Curried chicken with cauliflower, apricots and olives (Sheet Pan Suppers) Lemony chicken with potatoes and oregano (NYT) Garlicky chicken with lemon-anchovy sauce (NYT) Spicy honey chicken thighs (Cooking Light) One-pot turmeric coconut rice with greens (NYT) Oven-baked polenta (NYT) Spiced chickpea stew with coconut and turmeric (NYT) Turkey burgers (Food, Health & Happiness) Beautiful burger buns (King Arthur Flour) Furikake salmon (Japanese Cookbook for Beginners) Reverse seared steak (Serious Eats) Join our Cookbook Club! Our Instagram, ⁠@cookbookclubshow⁠ E-mail us: ⁠cookbookclubshow@gmail.com⁠ Find Renee and Sara on Instagram: ⁠@hipchickdigs⁠ and ⁠@realtor_saragray⁠ Our sponsor: ⁠Dropcloth Samplers⁠ Cook along with us! Next cookbook episode (releasing 1/24/2024): Ever-Green Vietnamese, by Andrea Nguyen

This week we're coming back for more Deb Perelman with her newest book, Smitten Kitchen Keepers. Are they keepers? How do we like these compared to her other books? Tune in to find out. Recipes mentioned in this episode: Devil's food cake with salted milk chocolate frosting (page 267) Luxe s'mores bars (page 235) Carrot cake with brown butter and no clutter (page 263) The blondie chipwich (page 237) Tomatoes with cottage cheese and bagel seeds (page 32) Blueberry pancake cobbler (page 41) Endive salad with apple matchsticks (page 53) Double shallot egg salad (page 59) Carrot tarte tatin (page 119) Winter squash soup with red onion crisp (page 77) Cozy chicken and dumplings soup (page 85) Braised winter squash wedges (page 111) Deepest dish broccoli cheddar quiche (page 145) Honey thyme baked feta (page 284) Spicy crushed olives with pistachios (page 287) Toasted sesame almonds (page 288) Join our Cookbook Club! Our Instagram, @cookbookclubshow E-mail us: cookbookclubshow@gmail.com Find Renee and Sara on Instagram: @hipchickdigs and @realtor_saragray Our sponsors: Dropcloth Samplers Cook along with us! Next cookbook episode (releasing 1/24/2024): Ever-Green Vietnamese, by Andrea Nguyen

This holiday special episode is all about the joy of holiday cooking and baking, btw are you a cook or a baker? Also, we talk through the ins and outs of my newly formed cookbook club – a delicious mix of friendship and culinary exploration. We end with working through the commonly used story from the Bible when working through womanly duties and that's the story of Mary vs. Martha. Join me in the discussion around who was right and who was wrong... And although Jesus calls us to commune with him, I could find a way to empathize with both sides!So here's our devo verse for today from Psalm 27:4, "One thing have I asked of the LORD, that I will seek after: that I may dwell in the house of the LORD all the days of my life, to gaze upon the beauty of the LORD and to inquire in his temple."xoxoxox love y'all deep!

Have you ever made a babka? We tried a number of recipes for this enriched-dough bread with a ribbon of flavor, and we came up with very mixed results. Listen in on to see what we baked and our favorite babka recipe! Recipes mentioned in this episode: ⁠Babka (America's Test Kitchen Family Baking Book) Cinnamon babka (Claire Saffitz, NYT) Savory babka with ricotta and herbs (Melissa Clark, NYT) Better chocolate babka (Smitten Kitchen) Chocolate babka (Melissa Clark, NYT) Sprinkle butter babka loaf (Nadiya Hussein) Birthday cake babka (What Jew Wanna Eat) Join our Cookbook Club! Our Instagram, ⁠@cookbookclubshow⁠ E-mail us: ⁠cookbookclubshow@gmail.com⁠ Find Renee and Sara on Instagram: ⁠@hipchickdigs⁠ and ⁠@realtor_saragray⁠ Our sponsor: ⁠Dropcloth Samplers⁠ Cook along with us! Next cookbook episode (releasing 12/27/2023): Smitten Kitchen Keepers, by Deb Perelman

Inspired by a classic Pacific Northwest bakery, this book tells us how to make those beloved treats at home. This week we talk about the bakery and the cookbook, and which recipes we enjoy (or maybe not so much!) Recipes mentioned in this episode: Grand Central Bakery jammers (page 22) Pecan sticky buns (page 46) Rough puff pastry (page 176) Tarte tatin (page 194) Dutch babies (page 39) Artisan pizza (page 111) Ben's pan pizza (page 113) Blueberry muffins (page 27) Old-fashioned spice cake (page 168) Oatmeal chocolate chip cookies (page 56) Classic buttery shortbread and royal icing (page 78) Sesame cookies (page 75) Pumpkin bread (page 33) Cranberry orange pecan bread (page 34) Megan's apricot almond granola (page 51) Savory hand pies (page 106) Join our Cookbook Club! Our Instagram, @cookbookclubshow E-mail us: cookbookclubshow@gmail.com Find Renee and Sara on Instagram: @hipchickdigs and @realtor_saragray Our sponsors: Dropcloth Samplers Cook along with us! Next cookbook episode (releasing 12/27/2023): Smitten Kitchen Keepers, by Deb Perelman

It's not a cookbook, but the New York Times Cooking section is a huge source of recipes for both of us. In this episode, we break down some favorites for fall and Thanksgiving. Recipes mentioned in this episode: ⁠Pumpkin maple muffins (Alison Roman) Pumpkin crumb cake (Yossy Arefi) No-bake pumpkin cheesecake (Yossy Arefi) Pumpkin bundt cake with maple brown-butter glaze (Yossy Arefi) Red wine pear cardamom cake (Melissa Clark) Pumpkin-butterscotch with spiced whipped cream (Melissa Clark) Mango pie (Samin Nosrat & Hrishikesh Hirway) Cranberry curd tart (David Tanis) Dry-brined turkey with sheet pan gravy (Alison Roman) Roast spatchcock turkey (Mark Bittman) Buttered stuffing with celery and leeks (Alison Roman) Brussels sprouts with pickled shallots and labneh (Nik Sharma) Vegan green bean casserole (Gena Hamshaw) Green beans and greens with fried shallots (Alison Roman) Vegan mushroom make-ahead gravy (Melissa Clark) Roasted cauliflower (Amanda Hesser) Spicy caramelized squash with lemon and hazelnuts (Alison Roman) Cranberry sauce (Sam Sifton) Buttermilk-brined turkey breast (Samin Nosrat) Citrus and persimmon salad (David Tanis) The perfect herby salad (Alison Roman, Nothing Fancy) Brussels sprouts slaw (Nik Sharma, The Flavor Equation) Join our Cookbook Club! Our Instagram, ⁠@cookbookclubshow⁠ E-mail us: ⁠cookbookclubshow@gmail.com⁠ Find Renee and Sara on Instagram: ⁠@hipchickdigs⁠ and ⁠@realtor_saragray⁠ Our sponsor: ⁠Dropcloth Samplers⁠ Cook along with us! Next cookbook episode (releasing 11/29/2023): The Grand Central Baking Book, by Piper Davis & Ellen Jackson

We dig in to Freddy Bitsoie's ode to Indigenous cuisine and ingredients on this episode, with a recap of a delicious meal we shared together with our in-person Cookbook Club. Recipes mentioned in this episode: Hominy with bacon bits (page 76) Alaskan King Salmon with crushed pecans (page 226) Spice-rubbed pork tenderloin (page 214) Chocolate bison chili (page 160) Three sisters salad with shallot vinaigrette (page 90) Red potato soup (page 50) Pumpkin bread pudding (page 262) Chocolate and piñon nutcake (page 254) Cookbooks mentioned in this episode: Cedar & Salt Join our Cookbook Club! Our Instagram, @cookbookclubshow E-mail us: cookbookclubshow@gmail.com Find Renee and Sara on Instagram: @hipchickdigs and @realtor_saragray Our sponsors: Dropcloth Samplers & Eat Your Books (use code CC2023) Cook along with us! Next cookbook episode (releasing 11/29/2023): The Grand Central Baking Book, by Piper Davis & Ellen Jackson

Cooking is one thing, but it takes a whole lot of logistics to plan, shop, organize and keep track of the groceries, recipes and cookbooks in our kitchens. Today we're joined by Kirsten Collins to chat about how we organize our kitchens and our deeply personal ways of organizing cookbooks. Resources mentioned in this episode: ⁠Google Calendar Reminders app Eat Your Books Our Groceries app Join our Cookbook Club! Our Instagram, ⁠@cookbookclubshow⁠ E-mail us: ⁠cookbookclubshow@gmail.com⁠ Find Renee and Sara on Instagram: ⁠@hipchickdigs⁠ and ⁠@realtor_saragray⁠ Our sponsor: ⁠Dropcloth Samplers⁠ Cook along with us! Next cookbook episode (releasing 11/1/2023): New Native Kitchen, by Freddy Bitsoie