Stay ConnectedELAINE’S COOKING FOR THE SOUL is a post-apocalyptic cooking podcast. This sci-fi comedy series is hosted by Elaine Martínez, DDS, in her dental clinic. Each week she brings on a guest to cook up a shelf-stable, nutrient-dense recipe to share with the survivors of the recent nuclear event. The recipes are real, the world is fictional…for now. Written by Allison Slice and featuring Rosa Delgado as Elaine.
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Welcome back, survivors! In this episode, Elaine finds herself in the bowels of State HQ's commercial kitchen, reluctantly teaming up with Ryan, the Secretary of Free Stuff and Promo Codes. Together, they attempt to prepare a "Liquid Bonanza"—a State-mandated meal that includes a protein slurry and a banana smoothie. Ryan’s relentless enthusiasm and promotion of 1-800-HAM collide may raise an eyebrow or two but you know what they say: This is the State’s latest food policy, so get used to it!
Join Elaine as she:
Elaine’s Liquid Bonanza Recipes:
Protein Slurry
Ingredients:
Instructions:
Banana Smoothie
Ingredients:
Instructions:
Tips and Variations:
Credits:
Editing and sound design by Allison Slice
Music by Carly Comando
Cover Art by Stig Greve
We're left a little gutted after this episode. Hungrier than ever. Elaine Martínez, DDS, finds herself pulled into a deep, late-night conversation with Fran, now an ambitious State security official who carries secrets and struggles that haunt them. Their tense yet heartfelt exchange reveals glimmers of humanity and resistance against the constraints of The State.
Join Elaine as she:
Comforts Fran, a high-ranking State official, who faces a profound inner conflict between love and duty.
Discovers unexpected leverage and insight from Fran’s position in State Tech and Surveillance.
Reminds Fran of the importance of love and shared moments, even in a world seemingly stripped of meaning.
Hints at a new glimmer of hope, as Fran reveals a loophole that could bring about a temporary prison break.
Written & Directed by Allison Slice
Elaine Martínez voiced by Rosa Delgado
Fran voiced by Socks Whitmore
Editing and sound design by Allison Slice
Music by Carly Comando
Cover Art by Stig Greve
Credits:
As we continue through this thrilling final season, Elaine Martínez, DDS, finds herself still in the grip of The State, but hope glimmers on the horizon. This week, in the luxurious yet ominous State HQ kitchen, Elaine prepares a delicacy that’s equal parts classic and unsettling: "steak" tartare. Alongside her, we meet Joe the Plumber, your everyman State-appointed guest who brings oodles of charm, despite his rather...controlled dialogue.
Join Elaine as she:
Delves into the peculiar history of steak tartare, with references to Turco-Mongol warriors, Freud, and more.
Struggles with State-imposed cooking restrictions while hilariously adapting to new ingredients like lab-grown peas and crow-laid eggs.
Contemplates her role and the sacrifice she's made while trying to maintain her dignity in a world of forced State propaganda.
Ingredients:
Beef (preferably synthetic, lab-grown, bacteria-free, as per The State's standards)
2 tsp sherry vinegar
½ tsp dry mustard
2 large egg yolks
½ cup light olive oil
6 tbsp finely diced shallots
2 tbsp small brined capers (unrinsed)
1 tsp kosher salt
¼ cup celery leaves, finely chopped (divided)
2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped (divided)
1 tsp freshly grated lemon zest
Special crow egg for topping
Lab-grown peas (pureed with mint and lemon juice)
Instructions:
Prepare the dressing: In a small blue bowl, whisk together sherry vinegar, dry mustard, and egg yolks. Slowly stream in olive oil while whisking to emulsify.
Add flavor: Stir in shallots, capers, salt, 2/3 of the celery leaves, parsley, and lemon zest.
Meat preparation: Fold the dressing into the ground beef, mixing it by hand to ensure the flavors meld together.
Shape the tartare: Use a pastry ring to mold the beef into a perfect circle on the plate. Remove the ring for that artful presentation.
Finish with an egg: Crack a crow-laid egg on top of the tartare for a bold final touch.
Lab-grown peas: Blend the peas with a splash of lemon juice, mint, and olive oil for a creamy, zesty side.
Lab-grown peas: Don't worry about frozen—these are freshly grown in the lab and glowing with vibrant green.
Crow eggs: For an extra touch of State-sanctioned oddity, top your dish with a crow egg laid on command.
Survival strategy: Elaine advises that while lab-grown ingredients may seem unsettling, adaptability is key to thriving under The State.
Credits:
Written by Rosa Delgado
Directed by Allison Slice
Elaine Martínez voiced by Rosa Delgado
Courier voiced by Raechel Wong
Joe the Plumber voiced by Rama Vallury
State Official voiced by Francis Krainock
Editing and sound design by Allison Slice
Music by Carly Comando
Cover Art by Stig Greve
A very special thanks to our patrons. Support us on Patreon at Patreon.com/elainescooking to keep this post-apocalyptic kitchen running!
Steak Tartare and Lab-Grown Peas RecipeTips and Variations:
Elaine and Sam reunite for a (slightly out of season) holiday episode, though still under the watchful control of The State. Together, they prepare champurrado, a traditional Mexican holiday drink, in a maximally secured room, all while sharing lighthearted banter and bittersweet memories. With The State’s approval looming over every moment, the pair create a warm, nostalgic treat in a bleak world. Despite the oppressive circumstances, the holiday spirit flickers through Elaine and Sam’s friendship, as they reminisce about simpler times and embrace a rare moment of joy.
Key Moments:
Elaine and Sam reunite under The State’s strict control, kicking off the episode with their usual humor and resilient spirit.
Sam wins “Prisoner of the Month” by mistake, giving an unintentionally hilarious insight into The State’s operations.
Together, they joke about rejected holiday recipes (such as Abba Zabba casserole) before settling on a delicious traditional dish: champurrado.
The recipe-making process involves banter about piloncillo, Mexican chocolate, and their past at LA Dental Care.
As they sip their champurrado, Elaine and Sam share a heartfelt moment, expressing gratitude for each other in the midst of their grim reality.
Champurrado Recipe:
Ingredients:
4 cups milk (or milk alternative)
2 oz piloncillo (or brown sugar)
1 Mexican chocolate tablet (or substitute with dark chocolate)
1 cinnamon stick
1/2 cup masa harina (corn flour)
1 cup warm water
1 tsp vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
Instructions:
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine milk, piloncillo, Mexican chocolate, and the cinnamon stick. Stir occasionally as the mixture heats up.
While waiting for the chocolate mixture, in a separate bowl, whisk together the masa harina and warm water until smooth. The consistency should resemble thin cake batter.
Once the chocolate mixture begins to simmer, slowly whisk in the masa harina mixture. Add vanilla extract and a pinch of salt. Continue stirring until the mixture thickens and reaches your desired consistency.
Remove from heat and pour into mugs. Serve warm and enjoy!
Tips and Variations:
Holiday Vibes: The cinnamon and chocolate combination is perfect for the holiday season. For an extra festive touch, garnish with a cinnamon stick or sprinkle a bit of chili powder for heat.
Masa Magic: The masa harina gives champurrado its signature thick texture, transforming this drink into a rich, comforting holiday treat.
Credits:
Written by: Rosa Delgado & Allison Slice
Elaine Martínez voiced by: Rosa Delgado
Sam Gately voiced by: Thomas Anthony Jones
Elaine finds herself once again in the clutches of The State, only this time, she’s given a platform—albeit a heavily controlled one. In this bizarre new twist, Elaine is forced to host a state-sponsored cooking show featuring the Secretary of Human Rights himself. Together, they prepare a grand feast, including lab-grown tenderloin and luxurious purple mashed potatoes, while grappling with the ever-watchful eyes of The State. As always, Elaine manages to make even the bleakest situations slightly absurd, using food as a way to subtly rebel and stay connected to her humanity. Meanwhile, her old friend Sam makes a brief, but hopeful, appearance, reminding her that there is still light in the dark.
Key Moments:
Elaine begins the episode in a state-of-the-art kitchen with the unnerving presence of the Secretary of Human Rights. Despite her imprisonment, she uses humor to cope with the new “public” format.
Sam struggles to bring in a sack of potatoes, creating a lighthearted moment in the midst of the tension, only to be abruptly dragged away by The State’s robotic enforcers.
Elaine and the Secretary discuss everything from potatoes to power dynamics, with Elaine attempting to maintain her defiance while the Secretary remains unfazed by her charm.
The pair prepare purple mashed potatoes, but not without the Secretary banning several key ingredients and replacing friendly conversation with rigid state propaganda.
In the outro, Elaine reflects deeply on her confinement and what it means to grow complacent in captivity, stirring thoughts of resistance among her listeners.
Purple Mashed Potatoes Recipe:
Ingredients:
3 pounds purple potatoes
6 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/2 cup milk or unsweetened milk alternative
Salt and pepper to taste
Roasted garlic (from 1 head)
Optional garnish: chopped parsley
Instructions:
Peel and halve the potatoes, ensuring all pieces are of similar size. Boil in salted water for about 8-15 minutes until tender.
Roast garlic by cutting off the top of a head of garlic, drizzling with oil, wrapping in foil, and roasting in the oven at 400°F until soft (about 30 minutes).
Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Squeeze the roasted garlic cloves into the potatoes, then add butter, milk, salt, and pepper.
Mash the potatoes to your desired consistency, adjusting seasoning as needed. Garnish with parsley if available.
Tips and Variations:
State-Sanctioned Simplicity: Keep your ingredients minimal, as Elaine's journey demonstrates that sometimes less is all you can get—but it’s what you do with it that matters.
Purple Power: Purple potatoes offer a twist to the usual mashed potatoes, both visually and nutritionally, as they are rich in antioxidants.
Credits:
Written and Directed by: Alli Slice
Elaine Martínez voiced by: Rosa Delgado
Sam voiced by: Thomas Anthony Jones
The Secretary of Human Rights voiced by: Dan Egan
Courier voiced by: Raechel Wong
It's a true dark night of the soul, and Elaine Martínez, DDS finds herself grappling with isolation and deep self-reflection in a harsh, unforgiving prison cell. As she battles with her sanity and guilt, she is joined by the familiar voice of Sam—at least an imagined version of him—and the weight of her past decisions comes crashing down. Together, they make the best of their situation, both philosophically and culinarily, with the preparation of an unconventional meal: Prison Patê.
Key Moments:
Elaine reflects on her imprisonment, caught between despair and defiance, wondering if her suffering will be remembered or erased.
Sam appears in Elaine's mind, challenging her to confront painful memories about her family, past choices, and the consequences of her actions.
Elaine crafts a meal from the meager rations of prison food, using it as both a literal and symbolic attempt to retain her humanity.
A surprise interruption at the end signals a shift in her journey, as Elaine is called to her feet by prison personnel.
Prison Patê Recipe:
Ingredients:
4 oz protein patê (or substitute a protein spread of your choice)
Water, as available (approximately 12 oz)
Instructions:
Prepare: Use your fingers or any available utensil to divide the patê into small, equal portions.
Savor: Take your time with each bite, making the most of the simple ingredients.
Serve: Enjoy slowly, allowing yourself to reflect on both the present moment and the future ahead.
Tips and Variations:
Mental Resilience: Even in the darkest moments, finding small rituals like preparing a meal can help ground you and maintain a sense of control.
Adaptability: As Sam advises, sometimes the most important battles are not physical, but psychological—learn to face your fears head-on.
Credits:
Written and Directed by: Alli Slice
Elaine Martínez voiced by: Rosa Delgado
Sam voiced by: Thomas Anthony Jones
General Krause voiced by: Greg Goh
Sinister State Official voiced by: Tyler Snodgrass
In this episode, Elaine Martínez, DDS, is thrust into the most dangerous confrontation yet. Captured and brought to the notorious Griffith Park Observatory, Elaine faces off with General Krause, the architect of California's post-apocalyptic regime. Can Elaine's spirit—and her culinary skills—survive this encounter?
Key Moments:
Krause’s Classic Gin Martini Recipe:
Ingredients:
Instructions:
Tips and Variations:
Credits:
Special Thanks: A big shoutout to our patrons for supporting the show. Join our Patreon community at Patreon.com/elainescooking for exclusive content and behind-the-scenes access.
Thank you to Socks Whitmore for script consultation. Connect with Socks at sockswhitmore.com
In this episode of Elaine's Cooking Podcast for the Soul, Elaine Martínez, DDS ventures through Griffith Park, forging deeper into its mysterious realms. Today, she meets the remarkable Woodland Warriors (WWI and WWII), two preppers turned survivalists, who add a rich layer of intrigue and camaraderie to Elaine's (potentially WWIII?) ongoing quest.
Key Moments:
Elaine starts her day reflecting on her mission and the renewed hope of finding her friends, Sam and Joe, alive and nearby.
Elaine meets the camouflaged duo, WW1 and WW2, who share insights into survival and the legend of the good-smelling siren screaming in the night.
Together, they cook a Forager's Breakfast Scramble, utilizing wild ingredients found in their surroundings.
Forager's Breakfast Scramble Recipe:
Ingredients:
Dandelion greens, two handfuls
Cremini mushrooms, six or more to taste
Tender shoots of wild garlic, two
Eggs (4-12, whatever you can rustle up!)
Instructions:
Prepare Ingredients: Chop greens, mushrooms, and garlic.
Cooking: In a skillet, heat canola oil, sauté the vegetables for a few minutes, then add the beaten eggs.
Serve: Enjoy the hearty scramble with the backdrop of Griffith Park’s rugged landscape.
Tips and Variations:
Foraging Tip: Always be on the lookout for fresh, safe-to-eat wild ingredients that can enhance your meals.
Survival Insight: Adaptability in cooking reflects adaptability in life—be ready to make the most out of what you have.
Credits:
Written by: Rosa Delgado
Directed by: Alli Slice
Elaine Martínez voiced by: Rosa Delgado
WWI voiced by Nicky Urban
WWII voiced by Coop Foster
Sam voiced by Thomas Anthony Jones
Jo voiced by Judith Kargbo
Sinister State Official voiced by Tyler Snodgrass
Courier voiced by: Raechel Wong
Special Thanks: Our dedicated Patrons make this adventurous season possible. Join our Patreon community at Patreon.com/elainescooking to support and access exclusive content.
In this thrilling episode, Elaine Martínez, DDS, takes us deeper into post-apocalyptic Griffith Park, where she encounters the scrappy and resourceful @ratpoison. As they navigate the lively and chaotic Fission House, Elaine and @ratpoison collaborate on an unexpected culinary creation: a savory and sweet marinade for Portobello mushrooms. The episode is filled with reflections on survival, unexpected alliances, and complete with a Pepperoni bridge.
Key Moments:
Elaine reflects on her childhood memories of backyard camping with her grandparents as she navigates the social intricacies of Fission House.
A surprising culinary adventure begins as Elaine meets @ratpoison, a self-taught chef and influencer with a peculiar cooking style.
The duo prepares "Not-Poisoned Portobello Mushrooms," featuring a unique marinade of butter, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce.
Elaine uncovers a possible lead on the whereabouts of her missing friends, Sam and Jo, after learning about "the legend of the good-smelling siren screaming in the night" in Griffith Park.
@ratpoison's (Not-Poisoned) Portobello Mushrooms Recipe
Ingredients:
3 large Portobello mushrooms
1 stick (1/2 cup) of butter
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/2 bottle of Worcestershire sauce
Optional: Pepperoni (Elaine’s choice is to leave this out)
Optional: A sprig of rosemary for garnish
Instructions:
Prepare Your Workspace: Set up a safe cooking area, preferably with a grill.
Make the Marinade:
In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
Stir in the brown sugar until it begins to dissolve, creating a rich, gooey mixture.
Pour in the Worcestershire sauce and stir until the ingredients are well combined.
If using pepperoni, add it to the marinade. Elaine suggests trying it without.
Marinate the Mushrooms:
Place the Portobello mushrooms gill side up on a tray.
Pour the marinade over the mushrooms, ensuring they are fully coated.
Let the mushrooms sit in the marinade for about an hour.
Grill the Mushrooms:
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
Grill the mushrooms, gill side up, for about 10 minutes or until they start to smell fragrant.
Flip the mushrooms and grill for an additional 3 minutes on the other side.
Serve:
Garnish with a sprig of rosemary if available.
Enjoy the savory-sweet goodness of the "Not-Poisoned Portobello Mushrooms."
Tips and Variations:
Foraging: If you're up for an adventure, try foraging for rosemary or other fresh herbs in the area. It adds a delightful touch to the dish.
Survival Tip: Elaine reminds us that even in a post-apocalyptic world, creativity in the kitchen can bring a sense of normalcy and joy.
Credits:
Written by: Rosa Delgado
Directed by: Alli Slice
Elaine Martínez voiced by: Rosa Delgado
@ratpoison voiced by: Mouzam Makkar
Courier voiced by: Raechel Wong
Special Thanks:
Special thanks to our amazing Patrons who make this season possible. You can find out more about becoming a Patron at Patreon.com/elainescooking.
Episode 4 is here, and we're thrilled to have you with us. In the heart of post-apocalyptic Los Angeles, our favorite dentist-turned-podcaster, Elaine Martínez, DDS, is at it again. This week, Elaine continues venturing through Griffith Park, appreciating its post-nuclear beauty and reminiscing about the past. Along her journey, she encounters a fashionable influencer, @SelfieEsteem, leading to an unexpected and heartwarming culinary adventure: Sushi on the Go.
Join Elaine as she:
Reflects on the eerie beauty of an empty Griffith Park and the changes in her life.
Encounters @SelfieEsteem, a young influencer dealing with a nasty insect bite.
Walks us through a recipe for a simple yet delightful dish, Sushi on the Go, adapted for the post-apocalyptic world.
Sushi on the Go Recipe Ingredients:
2 cups Japanese short-grained rice
2 cups water
1 package seaweed snacks
1/4 cup unseasoned rice vinegar
4 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon fine sea salt
1 small cucumber
1 small carrot
Instructions: Prepare Your Workspace: Set up a safe cooking area with a campfire.
Cook the Rice:
Rinse the rice in cold water if possible.
Cook the rice in a saucepan with 2 cups of water over a campfire for about 15-20 minutes.
Prepare the Vinegar Mixture:
In a separate saucepan, heat the rice vinegar, sugar, and sea salt over medium-high heat until it simmers.
Remove from heat and whisk until the sugar dissolves.
Mix the Rice and Vinegar:
Drizzle the vinegar mixture over the cooked rice and gently fold with a spatula until evenly mixed.
Let the rice cool.
Prepare the Vegetables:
Chop the cucumber and carrot into small slices.
Soak them in the remaining vinegar mixture for about 5 minutes.
Assemble the Sushi:
Place seaweed snack squares on a dry surface.
Spread a thin layer of rice on each seaweed square.
Add a few slices of cucumber and carrot in the center.
Roll the seaweed tightly to form mini sushi rolls.
Serve: Enjoy the Sushi on the Go with @SelfieEsteem, savoring the rich flavors and the rare moments of connection.
Tips and Variations:
Foraging: If you find any additional herbs or spices, feel free to experiment with flavors.
Survival Tactics: Elaine reminds us that adaptability and resourcefulness are key in these times. Use what you have and make the best of it!
Credits:
Written & Directed by Rosa Delgado
Elaine Martínez voiced by Rosa Delgado
@SelfieEsteem voiced by Bryan Baltazar
Courier voiced by Raechel Wong
Special Thanks: Special thanks to our amazing Patrons who make this season possible. You can find out more about becoming a Patron at Patreon.com/elainescooking.
Greetings, resilient listeners! We've journeyed together to this climactic third and final season. Chapter 3 is here, and we're thrilled to have you with us.
In the heart of post-apocalyptic Los Angeles, our favorite dentist-turned-podcaster, Elaine Martínez, DDS, is at it again. This week, Elaine ventures into Griffith Park, appreciating its post-nuclear beauty and reminiscing about the past. Along her journey, she encounters Fran and Sidney, now working for (gasp!) The State, leading to an unexpected and heartwarming culinary adventure featuring feral goat birria.
Join Elaine as she:
Reflects on the eerie beauty of an empty Griffith Park and the changes in her life.
Encounters Fran and Sidney, former friends now patrolling for The State, and bears witness to how a good...goat can change under these dire circumstances
Walks us through a recipe for a traditional dish, birria, adapted for the post-apocalyptic world.
Feral Goat Birria Recipe
Ingredients:
Feral goat meat (as much as you can scavenge)
2 guajillo chilis
Salt and pepper
Cumin
Chipotle
Apple cider vinegar
Water
Foraged spices (peppercorn, thyme, cinnamon stick, bay leaves, wild garlic)
1 onion
1 can of tomatoes
Instructions:
Prepare Your Workspace:
Set up a safe cooking area with a campfire.
Roast the Chilis:
Split and seed the guajillo chilis.
Roast them over the fire until charred.
Prepare the Broth:
Fill a pot with water and add the roasted chilis, letting them soften.
In a skillet, sauté the chopped onion with oil until translucent.
Add spices: peppercorn, thyme, cumin, salt, a cinnamon stick, bay leaves, wild garlic, and canned tomatoes.
Pour the chili water into the skillet.
Cook the Meat:
Add the feral goat meat to the skillet, ensuring it’s submerged in the broth.
Simmer for at least two hours until the meat is tender.
Serve:
Enjoy the birria with Fran and Sidney, savoring the rich flavors and the rare moments of connection.
Tips and Variations:
Foraging: If you find any additional herbs or spices, feel free to experiment with flavors.
Survival Tactics: Elaine reminds us that adaptability and resourcefulness are key in these times. Use what you have and make the best of it!
Written by Allison Slice and Rosa Delgado
Directed by Allison Slice
Elaine Martínez voiced by Rosa Delgado
Courier voiced by Raechel Wong
Fran voiced by Socks Whitmore
Sidney voiced by Julie Ouellette
Special thanks for Socks Whitemore for their script consultation services.
A very special thank you to our amazing Patrons who make this season possible. You can find out more about becoming a Patron at Patreon.com/elainescooking.
Welcome back, survivors! We've made it to our third and final season. The last ride. We're glad you're here.
In the heart of post-apocalyptic Los Angeles, our favorite dentist-turned-podcaster, Elaine Martínez, DDS, is at it again. This week, Elaine finds herself at the bustling black market ration swap in Griffith Park, ready to uncover culinary delights in the most unexpected places. This week, she meets Conner, the savvy proprietor of Conner's Off-The-Grid Commissary. Together, they embark on a culinary adventure that’s sure to lift your spirits—and it all starts with a simple but delicious treat: mollete.
Join Elaine as she:
Reflects on the dark days in her bunker and her renewed sense of purpose.
Shares her encounter with Conner, a businesswoman with a knack for procuring rare goods.
Walks us through a nostalgic recipe for sugar-butter mollete, using a repurposed clothes dryer as a toaster.
Sugar Butter Mollete Recipe:
Ingredients:
1 loaf of bread, preferably baguette or any long roll
3 pats of butter
2 teaspoons of sugar
Instructions:
Prepare Your Workspace:
Set up your makeshift kitchen with the salvaged clothes dryer, as Conner demonstrated.
Mix Butter and Sugar:
In a small bowl, mix the butter and sugar until you get a smooth, spreadable consistency.
Prepare the Bread:
Cut the bread into slices and spread the butter-sugar mixture generously on each slice.
Toast the Bread:
Place the slices in the repurposed dryer, setting it to "permanent press" for about 10 minutes.
Check and Serve:
Once the bread is toasted to a golden brown, carefully remove it from the dryer. Enjoy the sweet and savory treat.
Tips and Variations:
Foraging: If you're able to find any fresh herbs like rosemary or sage, feel free to add a sprig for additional flavor.
Survival Tactics: Elaine reminds us that survival is all about scrappiness and creativity. Use what you have and make the best of it!
Written by Rosa Delgado
Directed by Allison Slice
Elaine Martínez voiced by Rosa Delgado
Courier voiced by Raechel Wong
Connor voiced by Samantha Gordon
A very special thank you to our amazing Patrons who make this season possible. You can find out more about becoming a Patron at Patreon.com/elainescooking.
Welcome back, survivors! We've made it to our third and final season. The last ride. We're glad you're here.
In the heart of post-apocalyptic Los Angeles, our favorite dentist-turned-podcaster, Elaine Martínez, DDS, is at it again. In our final-season opener, Elaine finds herself reminiscing about the good old days (you know, dodging bombs and living in bunkers) while stuck in the thick, oily slush of the LA River. But fear not, dear listeners, because Elaine’s got a plan to whip up a meal that’s sure to lift your spirits—and it all starts with some pinto beans, a dash of vinegar, and a whole lot of perseverance.
Join Elaine as she:
Reflects on her past adventures with Sam and encounters with the mysterious Courier.
Shares her recipe for a hearty pinto bean stew, perfect for those damp, dreary nights when you're hiding from The State.
Delivers a heartfelt monologue that reminds us all to keep fighting, keep cooking, and keep hoping—even when the world feels like it’s crumbling around us.
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Tune in for a mix of humor, survival tips, and heartwarming moments that’ll keep you coming back for more. Remember, in the darkest times, a little laughter and a warm meal can make all the difference. 🍲✨
Ingredients:
1 can of pinto beans, semi-drained
1 bouillon cube
1 onion, diced
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 tablespoon white vinegar
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh rainwater (or as fresh as you can get)
Instructions:
Prepare Your Workspace:
Set up your portable gas stove under a sheltered area. Elaine found a bridge in Griffith Park—use whatever cover you can find!
Heat the Oil:
In a one-quart pot, heat the vegetable oil over your portable gas stove.
Sauté the Onion:
Add the diced onion to the pot and sauté until it becomes soft and translucent.
Add the Garlic:
Stir in the minced garlic and let it cook until fragrant.
Add the Beans:
Pour in the semi-drained can of pinto beans. Give them a gentle mash to release some of the starchiness, which will help thicken the stew.
Prepare the Broth:
In a separate container, dissolve the bouillon cube in about a cup of collected rainwater. Pour this broth into the pot with the beans and onions.
Simmer:
Allow the mixture to simmer until it reaches a thick and hearty consistency.
Season:
Add salt and pepper to taste. If you're lucky enough to have pepper packets (thanks, Courier!), sprinkle those in.
The Secret Ingredient:
Just before serving, stir in one tablespoon of white vinegar. This will brighten up the flavors and give the stew a little extra zing.
Serve:
If you have bowls, great! If not, you can enjoy it straight from the pot. Elaine and Courier opted for the "Lady and the Tramp" style.
Tips and Variations:
Foraging: If you're able to find any fresh herbs like rosemary or sage, feel free to add a sprig for additional flavor.
Survival Tactics: Elaine reminds us that survival is all about scrappiness and creativity. Use what you have and make the best of it!
Written and directed by Allison Slice
Elaine Martínez voiced by Rosa Delgado
Courier voiced by Raechel Wong
Sam Gately voiced by Thomas Anthony Jones
General Krause voiced by Greg Goh
Special thanks to Lazy Pickle Studio for engineering this episode.
A very special thank you to our amazing Patrons who make this season possible. You can find out more about becoming a Patron at Patreon.com/elainescooking.
Elaine's back for one last deliciously daring season! Join us on June 20th for the premiere of the third and final season of Elaine's Cooking for the Soul. Elaine, our favorite dentist-turned-foodie, is cooking up a revolution in LA. Tune in for laughs, love, and a hearty helping of resistance against the far-right fascist regime.
It's a good time to catch up on the journey so far, and join us for the first episode drop on June 20th!
Thank you for tuning in and supporting our show — this last season is the most delicious yet! Special thanks to our actors, photographers, and Patrons for helping us create this unhinged world!
If you'd like to support our show, visit https://www.patreon.com/elainescooking
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Welcome to the Season 2 finale of Elaine's Cooking Podcast for the soul, a post-apocalyptic cooking podcast for survivors and thrivers! Today we still have Jo, we're now joined by Courier and Sam, and we even have a little leftover peanut butter. Pretty lucky, all things considered.
**DISCLAIMER**
We at Elaine's are so proud of the work involved, but want to be conscientious to any person in our audience whose heart and mental health has struggled in grappling with the topics and imagery of political violence.
We never figured that by the time we released the finale, a new war would be springing up & very real nuclear threat would be looming so large. I hope folks have taken the time to learn about what is happening in Ukraine & have found ways to support in whatever way possible. We’ve donated to and highly recommend more people check out Doctors Without Borders and World Central Kitchen.
I’m taking a page out of August McLaughlin’s most recent book in letting you know that you can & should be aware of how you’re feeling as you listen. Feel free to stop and walk away and ground yourself at any time if you’re feeling triggered by the sound effects.
There are explosions, pills rattling, & shell shock sound effects in these upcoming two episodes. There is coughing, a surgical procedure, and the sound of floss plocking which I created on Logic bc the real sound gives me the willies (not a trauma response but still)
I hope you tune in whenever you feel centered and up for some post apocalyptic cooking. In the words of Rosa Delgado “Despite all the destruction going on it is still a very lovely story about perseverance and wanting to do what’s right.”
Written and Directed by Allison Slice
Story by Allison Slice and Rosa Delgado
Produced by Period Podcast Network
Starring Rosa Delgado as Elaine Martínez
Raechel Wong as The Courier
Thomas Anthony Jones as Sam Gately
Judith Kargbo as Jo Meyer
Special thanks to Lauren Burwell for voicing our credits!
Find us on Instagram: @elainescooking @periodpodcastnetwork @rohzahdee
Please read on for a full disclaimer/content warnings.
Welcome to the Season 2 finale of Elaine's Cooking Podcast for the soul, a post-apocalyptic cooking podcast for survivors and thrivers! Today we are with Johanna Meyer, who is helping us cook up a delicious Thai-ish noodle dish.
Things are...not great. But hey, we have peanut butter.
**DISCLAIMER**
We at Elaine's are so proud of the work involved, but want to be conscientious to any person in our audience whose heart and mental health has struggled in grappling with the topics and imagery of political violence.
We never figured that by the time we released the finale, a new war would be springing up & very real nuclear threat would be looming so large. I hope folks have taken the time to learn about what is happening in Ukraine & have found ways to support in whatever way possible. We’ve donated to and highly recommend more people check out Doctors Without Borders and World Central Kitchen.
I’m taking a page out of August McLaughlin’s most recent book in letting you know that you can & should be aware of how you’re feeling as you listen. Feel free to stop and walk away and ground yourself at any time if you’re feeling triggered by the sound effects.
There are explosions, pills rattling, & shell shock sound effects in these upcoming two episodes. There is coughing, a surgical procedure, and the sound of floss plocking which I created on Logic bc the real sound gives me the willies (not a trauma response but still)
I hope you tune in whenever you feel centered and up for some post apocalyptic cooking. In the words of Rosa Delgado “Despite all the destruction going on it is still a very lovely story about perseverance and wanting to do what’s right.”
Written and Directed by Allison Slice
Story by Allison Slice and Rosa Delgado
Produced by Period Podcast Network
Starring Rosa Delgado as Elaine Martínez
Raechel Wong as The Courier
Thomas Anthony Jones as Sam Gately
Judith Kargbo as Jo Meyer
Special thanks to Lauren Burwell for voicing our credits!
Find us on Instagram: @elainescooking @periodpodcastnetwork @rohzahdee
What a joy it is to be joined by our favorite teen duo Fran and Sidney!
Although salad might not seem all that romantic, this is an episode after our own heart.
Tell us what an ideal date food is, and what you performative actions you’ve done to subtly woo someone who may or may not like you back.
And no hate to Trader Joe’s, just to their dijon mustard.
If you like, please rate us 5 stars on Spotify and Apple Podcasts!
Written by Rosa Delgado and Allison Slice
Directed by Allison Slice
Produced by Period Podcast Network
Starring Rosa Delgado as Elaine Martínez
Raechel Wong as The Courier
Julie Ouellette as Sidney
Socks Whitmore as Fran
Greg Rousson as Krause and the Ad Ministers
Find us on Instagram: @elainescooking @periodpodcastnetwork @rohzahdee
Join our Patreon and help us fund season 3: patreon.com/elainescooking.
Hope you enjoy a delightful potato leek soup recipe from our grumpiest anarchist yet, Beryl Briggs. While many of our recipes are, how to put this…weird and terrible? This recipe is tried and is a perfect winter staple. Let us know if you try it out!
Shoutout to our friends Georgie Romero is Done For for providing Beryl’s name!
Written and Directed by Allison Slice
Produced by Period Podcast Network
Starring Rosa Delgado as Elaine Martínez
Featuring Jon Gabrus as Beryl Briggs
And Raechel Wong as The Courier
This is What We Have to Call Music Now:
For more Gabrus, check out gabrus.com or actionboyz.biz, or find on Instagram @gabrus
To hear more of these incredible songs, join our Patreon at the $1 level! You can join us at patreon.com/elainescooking
Find us on Instagram: @elainescooking @periodpodcastnetwork @rohzahdee
Because bread is still hard to come by, we’re going with banh mi bowls for this week.
This week, locally famous diggers Sal and Wynn stop by to help with a community skill-share happening in the underground bunker community. Our favorite Courier is still missing, but the show goes on.
Written and Directed by Allison Slice
Produced by Period Podcast Network
Edited by Allison Slice
Nicky Urban and Kate Segal
AM Davies as the Courier
For more Nicky and Kate magic, tune into Comedy Girl Crush
Find more of AM Davies via YES, A STRIPPER PODCAST
Find us on Instagram: @elainescooking @periodpodcastnetwork @rohzahdee
It’s the holiday season, and we’re so glad you’re here—even if the holidays aren’t really your thing. We hope you call a friend, treat yourself to a nice meal or two, and find plenty of rest. We’ll see you in the new year.
Written by Allison Slice
Directed by Rosa Delgado
Produced by Period Podcast Network
If you want to support this network you can find and follow any of these shows, or donate to Period LLC on Venmo.
Edited by Allison Slice
Starring Rosa Delgado as Elaine
Thomas Anthony Jones as Sam Gately
AM Davies as the Courier
Find more of AM Davies on the podcast YES, A STRIPPER PODCAST
Find us on Instagram: @elainescooking @periodpodcastnetwork @rohzahdee
A perfect day for a Nasty Jane.
Thanks for meeting us where we're at, imperfections an all.
Huge thanks to Allen H for following us on Twitter and providing some excellent names to choose from for this season!
Written by Allison Slice
Directed by Rosa Delgado
Produced by Period Podcast Network
If you want to support this network you can find and follow any of these shows, or donate to Period LLC on Venmo.
Edited by Allison Slice
Starring Rosa Delgado as Elaine
Samantha Gordon as Trinity AKA Alleyn
Coradata McCloud as the Courier
Enjoy more of both Samantha Gordon and our favorite Courier Raechel Wong via THE CARLÖTTA BEAUTOX CHRONICLES.
Find more of Coradata on her podcast TINSEL TOWN TEA
Find us on Instagram: @elainescooking @periodpodcastnetwork @rohzahdee
Thank you to everyone who contributed their voice to this minisode.
Thank you to Cindy Mizell and Makenzie Mizell and Rosa Delgado. Sara Bazan of Comadres Y Comics, to AM Davies of Yes, a Stripper Podcast, to Nicky Urban and Kate Segal of Comedy Girl Crush, and to Judith Kargbo and Coradata McCloud of Tinsel Town Tea. Each of these podcasts are so amazing, and the humans behind this network are just so amazing, kind, creative, and supportive. Again, if you want to support this network you can find and follow any of these shows, or donate to Period LLC on Venmo.
This week our Courier steps out of the shadows and we are whipping up a micro batch of banana muffins as best we can. Don’t tell The State.
Written by Rosa Delgado and Allison Slice
Directed by Allison Slice
Produced by Period Podcast Network
Edited by Allison Slice
Starring Rosa Delgado as Elaine
Raechel Wong as the Courier
Find us on Instagram: @elainescooking @periodpodcastnetwork @rohzahdee
This week we are thrilled to be cooking up something special!
This character’s name was brought to us by August McLaughlin of Girl Boner Radio.
August has been an incredible supporter of not only Elaine’s but of the Period Podcast Network, and she recently co-authored a book with Jamila Dawson called With Pleasure Managing Trauma for More Vibrant Sex and Relationships. and it is such a grounded and thoughtful read so many people could benefit from.
Written and Directed by Allison Slice
Produced by Period Podcast Network
Edited by Allison Slice
Starring Rosa Delgado as Elaine
Nika Khitrova as Wombly Via
Raechel Wong as the Courier
Find us on Instagram: @elainescooking @periodpodcastnetwork @rohzahdee
It's our first cocktail recipe ever! Seems fitting that we'd choose a drink that could also serve as a meal.
This Bloody Mary recipe was honed in real life by series creator Alli Slice. Is it the best BM you'll ever have? We think so! Bust out your Dolly Parton mug, pour vodka to taste (optional), and add a celery stick for garnish (if you're living out those blessed pre-pocalyse days), and enjoy fresh over ice! Don't bother trying to save the leftovers for later. It gets weird in the fridge for some reason. Don't know why--we're cooks, not chemists. Cheers!
Written by Allison Slice
Co-Directed by Rosa Delgado and Allison Slice
Produced by Period Podcast Network
Period Podcast Network is a feminist network comprised of marginalized voices. From Black creatives in Hollywood to sex workers across the globe, from women who are experts in the world of comics and comedy, to queer writers who create post-apocalyptic worlds to deal with anxiety. If you want to support who we are and what we do,
Edited by Allison Slice
Starring Rosa Delgado as Elaine
Rama Vallury as Crow Lord
Raechel Wong as the Courier
Find us on Instagram: @elainescooking @periodpodcastnetwork @rohzahdee
Friendly gag warning for this episode! Not recommended listening to this while nauseous or if you possess a phobia of odd food combos.
For us over here at Elaine's, it's always good to be boiling up some fresh oats with some old friends.
We hope you enjoy the vibes if not the food (potential motto for the show?).
Stick around through the credits for a trailer from Oz 9 and be sure to go over and support our friends by listening to their zany outer space hijinks by clicking through here! They also just released a comic book if that's your jam and let us be the first to tell you that it. Is. Amazing.
Written and Directed by Allison Slice
Produced by Period Podcast Network
Edited by Allison Slice
Starring Rosa Delgado as Elaine
Thomas Anthony Jones as Sam Gately
Raechel Wong as the Courier
Find us on Instagram: @elainescooking @periodpodcastnetwork @rohzahdee @teejinaction
It’s Día de los Muertos, and we certainly have a lot of people to remember. It is an honor to have Doña Trini here to share the very special experience of mole making!
Written and Directed by Rosa Delgado
Produced by Period Podcast Network
Edited by Allison Slice
Starring Rosa Delgado as Elaine
Lucy Serrano as Doña Trini
Raechel Wong as the Courier
Find us on Instagram: @elainescooking @periodpodcastnetwork @rohzahdee @mlucys78
A very special thank you to our amazing Patrons who make this season possible. You can find out more about becoming a Patron at Patreon.com/elainescooking.
Serving up seconds over here at Elaine’s Cooking for the Soul! Pull up a chair and pop open a can of Fizzy Spicy Sugar Water while we boil up some nice alternative protein for you. We hope you enjoy.
2.02 Delany's Famous Alternative Protein
Written by Allison Slice
Directed by Rosa Delgado
Produced by Period Podcast Network
Edited by Allison Slice
Starring Rosa Delgado as Elaine
James Tang as Delany
Raechel Wong as the Courier
Find us on Instagram: @elainescooking @periodpodcastnetwork @rohzahdee @raechelwongofficial @jamesthetang
Find more from James Tang here:
A very special thank you to our Patrons past and present Ann Schleisman, Katie Thursland, Emma Shirey, Ryan Miller, Theresa Lydon-Lorson, Maddie Chandler, Lisa Tessier, Darcy Kennedy, Sebastian Rodriguez, Kristoffer Green, Jonathan Bell, Blair Cochran, Jessica Vest, Isabel Shirey, Sara Redel, and Julie Stewart. Thank you so much for supporting this show and the artists who work so hard to bring this world to life. You can find out more about becoming a Patron at Patreon.com/elainescooking.
Welcome back to another season of Elaine’s Cooking for the Soul.
A lot has happened since the end of the world. We’re so grateful to be back cooking up more delicious, fresh-fish recipes.
Thanks for being back here with us.
Written by Allison Slice
Directed by Rosa Delgado and Allison Slice
Produced by Period Podcast Network
Edited by Allison Slice
Starring Rosa Delgado as Elaine
Steven Etienne as Vonda
Raechel Wong as the Courier
Find us on Instagram:
@elainescooking @periodpodcastnetwork @rohzahdee @StevenATN
For more from Steven, visit www.stevenetienne.com
We can't believe we're here either.
We are finally back to announce that Season 2 of Elaine's Cooking for the Soul is on it's way! New episodes released weekly starting October 19th, 2021. New friends and fresh-ish recipes each week delivered by Elaine Martínez, DDS voiced by the incomparable Rosa Delgado. Keep surviving, keep thriving. We'll see you soon.
Find us on Twitter @elainescooking
And on Instagram @elainescooking
Our patrons make everything possible! Support us over on Patreon.
Sam and Elaine leave a message for each other. This episode takes place between seasons one and two. Season two is currently in the works! Consider supporting us on Patreon at www.patreon.com/elainescooking
Produced by Period Podcast Network
Season 1 Finale!
Written and Directed by Allison Slice
Produced by Makenzie Mizell
Elaine Martínez voiced by Rosa Delgado
Robin Jones voiced by Liv Hewson
Captain Krause & Ad Ministers voiced by Greg Goh
Officer Baker voiced by Lauren Burwell
Produced by Period Podcast Network
Written and Directed by Allison Slice Produced by Makenzie Mizell Elaine Martínez voiced by Rosa Delgado Dre Asimov voiced by Nika Khitrova The Courier voiced by Raechel Wong.
Produced by Period Podcast Network
Written and Directed by Allison Slice Produced by Makenzie Mizell Elaine Martínez voiced by Rosa Delgado Eliza Motes voiced by Elisa Lorraine Garcia The Courier voiced by Raechel Wong.
Produced by Period Podcast Network
Written and Directed by Allison Slice Produced by Makenzie Mizell Elaine Martínez voiced by Rosa Delgado Astro Ackerman voiced by Mayanna Berrin The Courier voiced by Raechel Wong On Period. Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/elainescooking Follow us on Instagram: @ElainesCooking
Produced by Period Podcast Network
Written and Directed by Allison Slice Produced by Makenzie Mizell Elaine Martínez was voiced by Rosa Delgado Aaron Aaronson voiced by Rama Vallury Ad Minister voiced by Greg Goh The Courier voiced by Raechel Wong On Period. Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/elainescooking Follow us on Instagram: @ElainesCooking
Produced by Period Podcast Network
Written and Directed by Allison Slice Produced by Makenzie Mizell Elaine Martínez was voiced by Rosa Delgado Dylan voiced by James Tang The Courier voiced by Raechel Wong On Period. Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/elainescooking Follow us on Instagram: @ElainesCooking
Produced by Period Podcast Network
Written and Directed by Allison Slice Produced by Makenzie Mizell Elaine Martínez was voiced by Rosa Delgado Betty Lou voiced by Jeanette O Connor The Courier voiced by Raechel Wong. Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/elainescooking Follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @ElainesCooking
Produced by Period Podcast Network
Written and Directed by Allison Slice Produced by Makenzie Mizell Elaine Martínez was voiced by Rosa Delgado Robin voiced by Liv Hewson Ad Minister voiced by Greg Goh The Courier voiced by Raechel Wong. Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/elainescooking Follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @ElainesCooking
Produced by Period Podcast Network
Written and Directed by Allison Slice Elaine Martínez was voiced by Rosa Delgado Rebecca was voiced by Rosa Delgado Courier voiced by Raechel Wong. Produced by Makenzie Mizell On Period. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Written and Directed by Allison Slice Elaine Martínez was voiced by Rosa Delgado Devin Miller voiced by Lauren Burwell Captain Krause and the Ad Ministers voiced by Greg Goh Courier voiced by Raechel Wong. Produced by Makenzie Mizell.
Produced by Period Podcast Network
A special bonus episode to ring in a long winter's night! Elaine is cooking up an olive brine recipe and gets an unexpected surprise. https://www.patreon.com/elainescooking
Written and Directed by Allison Schleisman Elaine Martínez was voiced by Rosa Delgado Sam Gately was voiced by Thomas Anthony Jones Produced by Makenzie Mizell.
Produced by Period Podcast Network
Written and directed by Allison Slice. Produced by Makenzie Mizell. Elaine Martinez voiced by Rosa Delgado. Sydney voiced by Julie Ouellette. Fran voiced by Socks Whitmore. Courier voiced by Raechel Wong.
Produced by Period Podcast Network
This episode is sponsored by Littlefoot Coffee. You can find them at LittlefootCoffee.com Written and directed by Allison Slice Produced by Makenzie Mizell Story by Allison Slice and Maddie Chandler Elaine Martinez played by Rosa Delgado Maddie played by Cassandra Church.
Produced by Period Podcast Network
Written and directed by Allison Slice. Produced by Makenzie Mizell. Elaine Martinez voiced by Rosa Delgado. Sam Gately voiced by Thomas Anthony Jones. Courier voiced by Raechel Wong.
Produced by Period Podcast Network
Elaine's Cooking for the Soul is a post-apocalyptic cooking podcast for the ages that started in 2019 mere minutes before the actual irl global pandemic. This series ponders the realities of how we can sustain ourselves in the most dire of circumstances. The answer? Chia pudding, churros, nuclear missile exchanges, rapid livestock mutation and, of course, chili. In a world where things do not seem like they could possibly get worse, Elaine Martínez, DDS always finds the bright side with her trusty one quart pan and gentle optimistic nihilism.
Written by Allison Slice and featuring Rosa Delgado as Elaine. Produced by Makenzie Mizell and brought to you by Period Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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