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Food Friends: Home Cooking Made Easy

Do you love home cooking but hunger for better recipes that help you deliver quick and delicious meals to your dinner table?

Two former personal chefs turned best friends share their expertise with each other and you! Kari and Sonya have been inspiring each other in the kitchen for over 15 years by swapping recipes, tips, and trade secrets in the pursuit of better home cooking.

FOOD FRIENDS is a bi-weekly podcast inspiring home cooks to try new dishes in the kitchen by sharing trusted recipes, tips, and friendship.

Every Tuesday, each host delivers 3 unique solutions to seasonal home cooking, like: how to make craveable soups with your farmers market haul, the easiest one-pot meals for busy nights, or what to do with leftover rotisserie chicken. On Thursdays, we serve up a pint-sized chat about our “Best Bite” of the week, pantry essentials we can’t live without, and more.

Previous guests include Seth & Lauren Rogen, actor Randall Park & writer/director Evan Goldberg, recipe developer Justine Doiron, #1 Food & Beverage Substacker Caroline Chambers, and more.

If you’re looking for a boost of fun in the kitchen by discovering recipes that will make mealtime easier and more delicious with a healthy dose of laughter, then you’ll want to dig in with FOOD FRIENDS!

First-time listener? Tune into Episode 2: Don’t send flowers, send soup! and Episode 4: What do you bring to a potluck?

Copyright: © Food Friends Podcast 2022

Latest Episodes:

Episode 88: Cooking crispy potato taquitos and a one-pot quinoa bake at home – Our best bite of the week! Jul 04, 2024

Show notes

Are you craving a crispy, fun, and inclusive party dish that will satisfy vegans, vegetarians, and meat-eaters…all at the same dinner table?

In this bite-sized episode, we share delicious moments about the best things we ate this week to inspire each other – and you!

You’ll want to make this classic Mexican party dish that accommodates a range of dietary restrictions from gluten-free to dairy-free, and are easy to customize with fresh toppings! You’ll also want to cook up this one-pot weeknight meal that’s veggie-forward, helping you get dinner on the table in a snap!

Tune in for a quick dose of home cooking inspiration!

Links to from this week’s show:

The kind of veggie quinoa bake that inspired Sonya’s weeknight meal

Rick Martinez’s chicken taquitos from the NY Times

Mashed potato taquitos from Abraca Shaba

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We love hearing from you — follow us on Instagram @foodfriendspod, or drop us a line at foodfriendspod@gmail.com! Or give us a CALL on our kitchen phone! 323-452-9084

Sign up for Sonya’s free Substack, or order her debut cookbook Braidsfor more Food Friends recipes!

Episode 87: To grill or not to grill? Cooking BBQ at home with whatever you got Jul 02, 2024

Show notes

Have you ever wished you could get that smoky, charred flavor of grilled food without the hassle of firing up a grill?

If you dream of inviting friends over for a summer meal to enjoy a beautiful, grilled dinner, tune in to this episode for 8 BBQ recipes you can cook at home, even if you have limited space, time, or no grill whatsoever.

In this episode, you’ll discover

1) How to use a cast iron grill pan to achieve those perfect grill marks and smoky flavors right in your kitchen, plus tips on how NOT to set off the fire alarm.

2) Catering strategies from our personal chef days on how to braise, broil, and char a range of foods in your oven to mimic the grill experience

3) How to make delicious grilled pizzas and what to top them with, that will have your guests begging for the recipe and another invite to your house for dinner.

Don't miss out on these game-changing grilling hacks — tune in now to take your summer cooking skills to the next level!

Episode 86: Two quick weeknight meals with farro – Our best bite of the week! Jun 27, 2024

Show notes

Are you searching for a delicious weeknight meal…straight from your pantry?

In this bite-sized episode, we share delicious moments about the best things we ate this week to inspire each other – and you!

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Links to from this week’s show:

Ali Slagle’s Farro and Lentils with Jammy Onions from the NY Times

Sonya’s farro cauliflower from her free Substack

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We love hearing from you — follow us on Instagram @foodfriendspod, or drop us a line at foodfriendspod@gmail.com! Or give us a CALL on our kitchen phone! 323-452-9084

Sign up for Sonya’s free Substack, or order her debut cookbook Braidsfor more Food Friends recipes!

You’ll want to make this flavorful farro bowl with spiced, roasted cauliflower and drizzled with simple tahini sauce…or sub in whatever veggies you’ve got in the crisper drawer! We’re also sharing a one-pot lentil farro recipe that comes together quickly for a delicious and satisfying vegan dinner, hot sauce on the side!

Tune in for a quick dose of home cooking inspiration!

Episode 85: How to use herbs in all of your summer cooking at home! With Julia Dzafic of Lemon Stripes Jun 25, 2024

Show notes

Are you craving fresh flavors to brighten up your summer meals and entertaining menus?

Discover how summer herbs can transform simple recipes into tasty, seasonal meals that will delight your tastebuds + your guests all summer long!

In this episode, you’ll learn:
1) Creative ways for using herbs in everyday cooking, like “any herb green sauce” you can blend in seconds to serve with grilled meats and veggies
2) Expert tips on how to use herbs in your summer cocktails and mocktails
3) A thoughtful hosting gift straight from your garden or farmer’s market

Tune into our latest episode with Julia Dzafic, author of Garden Grown, and brighten your summer cooking with the magic of fresh herbs today!

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Links to from this week’s show:

Julia Dzafic is a blogger and the author of Garden Grown. You can find more of her recipes on Instagam and on her site, Lemon Stripes.

Julia’s favorite caponata recipe, and her viral white chicken chili

How to make homemade herbal teas from Learning Herbs

How to brew herbal teas by Naomi Spector from Learning Herbs

Vietnamese lettuce wraps with fresh herbs by Nagi Maehashi of RecipeTin Eats

Kimchi lettuce wraps via the NY Times

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We love hearing from you — follow us on Instagram @foodfriendspod, or drop us a line at foodfriendspod@gmail.com! Or give us a CALL on our kitchen phone! 323-452-9084

Sign up for Sonya’s free Substack, or order her debut cookbook Braidsfor more Food Friends recipes!

Episode 84: Weeknight tacos and easy veggie-forward Sloppy Joes, our Best Bite of the Week! Jun 20, 2024

Show notes

Are you looking for easy weeknight dinner recipes that are fun to eat and kid-friendly?

In this bite-sized episode, we share delicious moments about the best things we ate this week to inspire each other – and you!

You’ll want to make this twist on classic Sloppy Joe’s that’s laden with extra veggies, plus tips for serving that will make your weeknight dinner feel like a party! You’ll also want to make this simple taco dinner that’s easy to customize with your favorite salsa and any crunchy-fresh elements you already have in your fridge.

Tune in for a quick dose of home cooking inspiration!

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Links to from this week’s show:

Sam Sifton’s ground beef taco recipe from the New York Times

Sloppy Joe recipe with bonus veggies via Celebrating Sweets

Sonya’s rainbow salad recipe guide

Great Jones colorful sheet pans

We love hearing from you — follow us on Instagram @foodfriendspod, or drop us a line at foodfriendspod@gmail.com!

Sign up for Sonya’s free Substack, or order her debut cookbook Braidsfor more Food Friends recipes!

Episode 83: When I dip you dip we dip! 6 recipes for cooking up the best dips and spreads at home Jun 18, 2024

Show notes

Do you ever find yourself staring at a sad container of storebought hummus and wish you had something more exciting to serve along with your chips and crudite?

Everyone loves a good party snack, but we all know the frustration of serving the same boring appetizers and noshes. This episode will up your appetizer game with craveable dips and spreads that are easy to make at home.

This week you’ll discover how to:

1) Say goodbye to bland store-bought dips and say hello to scratch-made nostalgic onion dip that you’ll still want to serve with a classic Ruffle’s potato chip.

2) How to create a light and airy whipped feta spread that pairs perfectly with summer veggies like crunchy-sweet sugar snap peas, crisp cucumber spears, and rainbow carrots.

3) Unique dips that can double as an entree for a light summer dinner, like roasted cherry tomato and goat cheese dip served with crusty bread – a fun and seasonal approach to pizza dip!

Ready to become the dip master of your next party? Hit play now and unlock the secrets to these festive summer dips and spreads!

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Links to from this week’s show:

How to make onion dip in any combination: classic, shallot, leek, with labneh, greek yogurt, and more from Food 52

Ina Garten’s onion dip recipe

Whipped feta by Daniel Gritzer for Serious Eats

Baked goat cheese and cherry tomato dip from Foody Schmoody

Michael Solomonov’s hummus recipe from dried beans, and his 5-minute hummus recipe with canned chickpeas

“Delicious Dips” cookbook by Diane Morgan, which includes Kari’s favorite Cauliflower dip

A cauliflower dip, from the Times of India

Ukrainian eggplant caviar recipe from The New Baguette

A Midwestern-style Taco Dip Recipe from Sugar Spun Run

Classic 7 Layer Dip by Ali Slagle for The New York Times

Smoked Salmon Terrine from the Greedy Gourmet

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We love hearing from you — follow us on Instagram @foodfriendspod, or drop us a line at foodfriendspod@gmail.com! Or give us a CALL on our kitchen phone! 323-452-9084

Sign up for Sonya’s free Substack, or order her debut cookbook Braidsfor more Food Friends recipes!

Episode 82: 8 No-bake desserts for summer entertaining at home when you don’t feel like cooking! Jun 11, 2024

Show notes

Craving a cold and creamy dessert to beat the summer heat, but can’t even imagine walking into your hot kitchen, let alone turning on the oven?

In this episode we’re divulging our tried and true easy summer dessert recipes to make at home, from cold and creamy to perfectly packable, no cooking required!

This week you’ll discover:

1. How to stay cool with refreshing icebox cakes and frozen pies that bring excitement to any table, rely on premade ingredients, and are easy to assemble.

2. A portable cookie treat that travels easily to the beach, picnic, or on a road trip made of melted chocolate combined with classic ingredients like peanut butter, cereal, and butterscotch.

3. A make-ahead dessert from Sonya’s childhood that maximizes seasonal fruit and is perfect with a scoop of vanilla ice cream

Add sweetness into your summer gatherings with these exciting and easy no-bake desserts…tune in now for a spoonful of sweet inspiration!

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Links to from this week’s show:

Sonya’s raspberry mocha icebox cake, strawberry tiramisu, and fruit compote recipes

Ina Garten’s mocha icebox cake

Chocolate wafers for icebox cake

18 ice cream pie ideas from Taste of Home

Not-so-classic peach melba from David Tanis for the NY Times

Classic Scotheroos recipes from Tastes Better From Scratch

Buckeyes recipe by Tammy Winters for All Recipes

Tricia Yearwood’s no-bake rocky road bars

All the rocky road bar combos on TikTok

Ina Garten’s limoncello fruit salad recipe

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We love hearing from you — follow us on Instagram @foodfriendspod, or drop us a line at foodfriendspod@gmail.com! Or give us a CALL on our kitchen phone! 323-452-9084

Sign up for Sonya’s free Substack, or order her debut cookbook Braidsfor more Food Friends recipes!

Episode 81: A savory scallion oil and a surprise-ingredient coffee cake, our Best Bite of the week! Jun 06, 2024

Show notes

In this bite-sized episode, we share delicious moments about the best things we ate this week to inspire each other – and you!

You’ll want to make this deeply flavorful caramelized scallion sauce and find out what to use it for, and you’ll also discover a surprising gluten-free ingredient that shows up in a classic coffee cake recipe!

Tune in for a quick dose of home cooking inspiration!

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Links to from this week’s show:

Caramelized scallion sauce by Francis Lam via NYT Cooking
How to make crispy fried shallots from Hot Thai Kitchen

Sonya’s tahini coffee cake recipe

Gluten-free teff coffee cake coming soon to the Maskal Teff recipe library

Teff flour from Maskal Teff

We love hearing from you — follow us on Instagram @foodfriendspod, or drop us a line at foodfriendspod@gmail.com!

Sign up for Sonya’s free Substack, or order her debut cookbook Braidsfor more Food Friends recipes!

Episode 80: Cold and Crunchy Noodle Salads: Cooking easy and healthy seasonal meals at home! Jun 04, 2024

Show notes

Does the summer heat stump you in the kitchen? Are you craving something, cold, crunchy, and satisfying that you can make easily, quickly, and maybe even pack up for a day at the beach?

If you’re tired of your same old pasta salad recipe and looking for easy, healthy, and delicious noodle salad inspiration, this episode is for you!

In this episode, we share:

1. Six recipes that can be made ahead and are packed with bright herbs, crunchy veggies, and zesty dressings, making them ideal for beach days, picnics, and summer gatherings of all kinds

2. A lip-smacking dressing with fresh lime juice and pantry staples

3. The chewy, satisfying gluten-free noodle that can be served hot, cold, or room temperature for a crowd-pleasing main dish

Tune in now to transform your summer meals with these easy and colorful noodle salad recipes!

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Links to from this week’s show:

Ottolenghi’s mango eggplant soba noodle salad via 101 Cookbooks

Soba noodle salad with peanut dressing from Vegetarian Times

Sambal olek chili paste

Melissa Clark’s rice noodle salad with salted peanuts and herbs for the NY Times

Japchae sweet potato noodle

Japchae recipe from Maangchi and from Rosenadle Online

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We love hearing from you — follow us on Instagram @foodfriendspod, or drop us a line at foodfriendspod@gmail.com! Or give us a CALL on our kitchen phone! 323-452-9084

Sign up for Sonya’s free Substack, or order her debut cookbook Braidsfor more Food Friends recipes!

Episode 79: A colorful rainbow salad and the joy of French crepes, our Best Bites of the Week! May 30, 2024

Show notes

In this bite-sized episode, we share delicious moments about the best things we ate this week to inspire each other – and you!

You’ll want to make this colorful, vibrant rainbow salad for your next dinner party, and you may just get in the mood to whip up a simple batch of French crepes.

Tune in for a quick dose of home cooking inspiration!

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Links to from this week’s show:

Rainbow salad recipe on Sonya’s substack

French crepe recipe from Sweet as Honey

We love hearing from you — follow us on Instagram @foodfriendspod, or drop us a line at foodfriendspod@gmail.com!

Sign up for Sonya’s free Substack, or order her debut cookbook Braidsfor more Food Friends recipes!

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