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...
Fruit desserts that shine year round – Our top 6 sweet treats!
Think fruit desserts are just for summer? Think again! From bright citrus cakes to no-bake berry cheesecakes, there are so many ways to enjoy fruity treats all year long. Imagine serving up a creamy lime curd parfait layered with buttery, shortbread crumbles or a warm clafoutis bursting with tangy cherries and scented with almonds... this episode is packed with ideas to keep your dessert game strong, no matter the season. By the end of this episode, you’ll discover:A stunning blood orange cake that happens to be gluten-free, and is vibrant and creamyAn easy peach jam made with frozen fruit that can be transformed into a simple cookie that you’ll want to gift to someone you loveAn 8-minute caramelized pear that is surprisingly decadent, especially when topped on a scoop of ice creamTune in now and bring bright, flavorful treats to your table any time of year! ***Links: Blood orange almond ricotta cake by Liz PruittEasy Lime Curd from Tastes of Homemade Inspired by Ellenos' key lime yogurt parfait, Kari's parfaits can be made with: 2 Tablespoons of lime curd stirred into 6 Tablespoons whole milk Greek Yogurt and topped with a crumbled shortbread cookie Or stir whipped cream into your lime curd and serve it like this British easy raspberry fool Clafoutis with any kind of fruit, from EpicuriousAlice Water’s sour cherry clafoutis recipe (which recommends keeping the pits in the cherry for an almond flavor) 5-ingredient peach jam by Jamie Sanders. This will keep for at least a month in your fridge and can be made with frozen peachesUse peach jam (or other preserves) to make this heart-shaped thumbprint jam cookies from Dessert for Two, plus here are more ways to use leftover jam from BBC Good Food8-minute caramelized cinnamon spiced pears from Minimalist BakerFreeze-dried berry no-bake cheesecake from Serious EatsFamous mango pie from Home...
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Pillowy potato dumplings and a 30-minute coconut miso curry! Our best home cooking bites of the week
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 want to make pillowy potato vareniki – because nothing beats a homemade dumpling on a cold day! You’ll also want to swap out your roast salmon for a cozy miso coconut salmon curry that’s light but still hearty and comes together in less than 30 minutes.Tune in for a quick dose of home cooking inspiration! ***Links:Sonya’s pelmeni (Siberian dumplings), her potato vareniki video/recipe, and her cherry vareniki (dumplings) recipe – the dough can be used with any filling!Potato vareniki (dumplings) from The New BaguetteCoconut Miso Salmon Curry by Kay Chun, from NYT Cooking (unlocked) ***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 [email protected]!
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Cooking 30-minute indulgent meals at home with effortless, decadent recipes!
What if you could create indulgent meals at home—without spending hours in the kitchen?We all crave meals that feel luxurious and special, whether it's for a date night, a dinner party, or simply treating yourself. But too often, indulgent cooking feels intimidating or overly complicated. This episode explores effortless ways to bring decadence to your table using simple techniques and a few game-changing ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen.By the end of this episode, you’ll:Learn the secret to making the creamiest, dreamiest risotto - without all the stirring! Turn a humble ingredient into a rich, nutty dressing that makes a salad feel indulgentDiscover both savory and sweet dishes that have a big wow factor with 5-ingredients or lessTreat yourself to the kind of rich dishes that fill your kitchen with delicious aromas and big flavors—press play now!***Links:Brown butter vinaigrette by Tami Weiser for The Kitchn. Make sure your lettuce comes up to room temp, as advised by Jennifer McLagan in the “Double Butter Salad” recipe from her cookbook, Fat .Parmesan oven risotto from Smitten Kitchen, and an Instant Pot version of risotto from Our Salty KitchenSheet pan roasted sausage and grapes by Sheela Prakash for The KitchnAnd Smitten Kitchen’s harvest roast chicken, olives, and grapes Justine Doiron’s spicy tomato beans with hot honey Garlic and lemon buttery beans from The Mediterranean DishCarbonara in a jar from GrubstreetCheese fondue night from The Kitchn 5-ingredient chocolate mousse from Nagi Maehashi (with video too!)Silken tofu chocolate mousse from As Easy As Apple PieSkillet chocolate chip cookie by David Turner from King Arthur Baking ***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...
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A savory shallot pasta dish and an unexpected way to make sweet potatoes! Our best home cooking bites of the week
Are you stuck in a dinner rut, relying on that familiar jar of pasta sauce for a quick weeknight meal? 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 an easy caramelized shallot pasta to your weekly dinner rotation (and it makes enough sauce for 2 meals!). You’ll also learn one of our favorite techniques for cooking sweet potatoes so they’re fluffy and tender — and topped with a flavorful sauce that takes just minutes to make!Tune in now for a quick dose of home cooking inspiration! ***Links:Alison Roman’s carmelized shallot pasta recipe and videoCarla Lalli Music’s steamed sweet potatoes with tahini butter ***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 [email protected]!
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Cooking low and slow – Braising recipes to melt into...
What’s the secret to transforming tough cuts of meat and sturdy vegetables into fork-tender meals that feel like a warm hug on a cold day?If you’ve ever been disappointed by a chewy brisket, flavorless chicken, or dry pot roast, this episode will give you the foolproof techniques and tips for braising success. By the end of this episode you’ll:Learn how to braise like a pro with equipment you already have in your kitchen (no Dutch oven required!)Explore classic recipes like comforting smothered pork chops and a rich coq au vinDiscover time-saving tricks that will make a braised-dish your next go-to for hostingTune in now to bring the magic of braising into your kitchen this season!***LINKS:Tyler Florence’s wine-braised beef brisket recipe Beer-braised brisket with onions from Food.com, and one for the slow cooker from The KitchnGeorge Graham’s Smothered Pork Chops with andouille, which are richer than his wife’s Roxanne’s version (and Kari describes both versions in the ep!). Here’s a simpler recipe, too. Just be sure to use thin, bone-in chops and continue simmering until they are fork-tender and falling off the bone. Traditional coq au vin by Ina Garten, or a slightly easier version by Damn DeliciousEric Kim’s garlic-braised chicken recipe from NYT Cooking (unlocked) Amateur Gourmet’s braised chicken recipe and videoSamin Nostrat’s soy-braised short rib recipeGinger beer-braised butternut squash by Alexa Weibel from NYT Cooking (unlocked) Oven-braised red kuri squash video on TikTok from Kate Woodward (inspired by Prune by Gabrielle Hamilton)Braised leeks from Fox and Briar***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...
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, and NY Times Recipe Developer, Sue Li!
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?
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