Have you ever struggled to get dinner on the table after a busy day? What if you could easily whip together a one-pot meal that’s dinner-party-worthy in your slow cooker?

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 a weeknight chicken stew that effortlessly braises in your slow cooker (or stove top!) and gets a fresh boost from pantry staples right before serving. You’ll also discover a classic cornbread recipe with irresistibly crispy edges (that’s naturally gluten-free) and comes together in minutes.

Tune in for a quick dose of home cooking inspiration!

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Links

Slow cooker spinach-artichoke chicken stew by Sarah DiGregorio from NYT Cooking (unlocked)

Stormie Monday’s Soul Food Grill in Fort Worth, Texas

Southern cornbread recipe similar to Kari’s great-grandmother’s – just makes a larger batch, and be sure to use yellow cornmeal, a preheated cast iron skillet, and generous pats of butter for serving.

Adrian Hale’s recipe for: “Communal Table Bread - My easiest first bread recipe”

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Have you ever found yourself with an undercooked, sad, flimsy potato? What if a few simple techniques could ensure golden, crisp potatoes that melt in your mouth -- every time?

From the zesty, bright flavors of Greek potatoes to the gooey, cheesy goodness of tater tot casserole, this episode will teach you simple, foolproof methods to turn your potatoes into show-stopping dishes.

By the end of this episode, you’ll:

1. Learn the key to baking potatoes that are crispy on the outside, and soft and fluffy on the inside—say goodbye to undercooked spuds!
2. Get the inside scoop on making twice-baked potatoes, a classic Midwestern make-ahead comfort dish
3. Discover the crispy-edged, creamy-centered potato kugel of your dreams with one game-changing step

Hit play now to cook spuds like a pro and heat up your potato game!

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Links:

For the best baked potato, make it the British (jacket potato) way by Coco Morante (i.e. don’t wrap it in foil!)

Greek lemon potatoes from Recipe Tin Eats

Classic tried and true tater tot casserole from Mom on Time Out , and Molly Yeh’s tater tot hot dish (casserole) with homemade gravy

Adeena Sussman’s extra crispy potato kugel, and a great cast iron potato kugel from Smitten Kitchen

Twice-baked potatoes with lots of butter from The Pioneer Woman, and one that’s a little less rich from All Recipes

Sonya’s Soviet-style fried potatoes (and hot dogs)

Our mushroom soup recipe from Substack

Thin and crispy oven-baked potato chips from Feel Good Foodie, or a slightly thicker and more tender version from Elephantastic Vegan

Alison Roman’s brown butter potato salad

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Whether you’re having a busy week, or fully moving house, how do you get dinner on the table when you need it the most?

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 the tips to make a hard week easier, whether that’s with help from the pantry, or help from a friend. You’ll also learn about a craveable vegetarian pasta dish made with heaps of meltingly tender cabbage.

Tune in for a quick dose of home cooking inspiration!

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Links

Lombardi’s Pizza on Goldbelly

Browned butter bucatini with charred cabbage by Ham El-Waylly via NYT Cooking (unlocked)

Another favorite from Ham El-Waylly: Cauliflower Salad Sandwiches from NYT Cooking (unlocked)

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