The Kitchen Counter - Home Cooking Tips and Inspiration
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Show Update October 2023
Show update for The Kitchen Counter Podcast, October 2023.
Gazpacho
On today's episode I share a recipe for one of my favorite refreshing summer dishes: gazpacho. Coming from the south of Spain, gazpacho features fresh seasonal tomatoes, peppers, and cucumber. Served
A Sour Taste
Vinegar has been around thousands of years, and it is one of the most important sources of acid to a home cook. Even though it's common, it can be a bit mysterious. In this episode I dive into what vi
Smorgasbord June 2023
On today's smorgasbord episode we talk about foxes in the backyard (that is not a euphemism), and upcoming travel to New Orleans & Cajun Country. Need a sweet and refreshing drink for your next summer
Butcher on the Block with Matt Moore
On today's episode we visit with author Matt Moore about his new book "" Matt likes to say that sometimes to get the best recipes, just talk to your butcher. This book is a reflection of that, with st
Cast Iron with Ashley Jones
On todays episode Ashley L. Jones, author ofjoins me to discuss cast irons role in the home kitchen. We touch a little on the history of cast iron manufacturing in the United States, which pieces
Any Portobello in a Storm
On today's episode we dive into the kingdom of mushrooms. We look at the common mushrooms you'll find at the grocery store, how to select, store and clean them, and a few uses for each varieties. So g
From Dough to Slice with Eidref Laxa
On todays episode we welcome Eidref Laxa, host of the podcast. We talk pizza, and how home cooks can increase their chances of success for turning out a great homemade pie. We cover pizza stones a
Smorgasbord February 2023
On today's Smorgasbord episode I talk about Momofuku and A-Sha noodles. Are egg prices getting you down? Consider using aquafaba in your baking to stretch your eggs farther. Then I have a review of th
Chatbots in the Kitchen
On today's show we have a very special guest who joins us for a conversation about artificial intelligence chatbots in the kitchen. World-famous chatbot is here (sort of) to share how home cooks can