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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,

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12:50

Two Salads You Can Make Once, And Eat Twice (or Three...

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2026/07/23

What salads can really hold up for days and transform into multiple meals?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 5-star broccoli salad that's meal-prep-friendly and full of Italian flavors. You’ll also want to try a summery cucumber-avocado salad that's perfect for piling onto toast or for serving at your next gathering.Tune in for a quick dose of home cooking

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37:20

Our Top 10 Best Bites of All Time! Celebrating 300...

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2026/07/21

What recipes truly stand the test of time — the ones you make again and again because of their ease, deliciousness, and nostalgia?This week, we're celebrating our 300th episode by looking back at our top 10 “Best Bites” of all time. These are the dishes we still cook, recommend, and think about years later. They’re also the recipes that always make us think of each other.By the end of this episode, you'll discover:The beginner-friendly lentil dish we’ve been making for over a decade for friends,

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13:47

A One-Bowl Berry Almond Cake + Homemade Chopped...

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2026/07/16

Can a humble pound of ground beef from your freezer turn into the best dinner of your 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 discover an irresistible snacking cake recipe by Alison Roman that uses up any seasonal berry you have on hand and is easy enough for a beginner baker!You’ll also want to try a homemade take on a Bodega-style chopped cheese sandwich. It’s the perfect

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28:24

Our Top 8 No-Bake Desserts for Summer Hosting!...

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2026/07/14

What sweet treats do you make when you feel like hosting, but temperatures are climbing, and you can't imagine turning on an oven?This week we're re-releasing a fan-favorite episode. We’re sharing our tried-and-true easy summer dessert recipes to make at home, all with zero cooking required!By the end of this episode, you’ll discover:How to stay cool with a refreshing icebox cake and an over-the-top frozen pieA classic Midwestern cookie loaded with chocolate and peanut butterA make-ahead dessert

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18:19

A 10-Minute Dessert from Cookbook Club + A Lemony...

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2026/07/09

Are you looking to beat the heat with an easy, refreshing, and QUICK dessert?By the end of this episode, you'll want to try a tapioca pudding topped with fresh summer berries that's vegan, gluten-free, and ready in just 10 minutes on the stove.You’ll also discover a lemony pasta dinner that comes together fast, with the help of a can of chickpeas, a bundle of greens, and crumbled feta.Tune in for a quick dose of home cooking inspiration!***For more recipes and cooking inspiration, sign up for our

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29:57

What Do You Do With All The Zucchini? Cooking...

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2026/07/07

What do you do with a pile of zucchini?If you're torn between making the same tired zucchini bread again or scrolling through hundreds of recipes hoping to find one that’s actually delicious and not a soggy mess, this episode is for you.This week, we’re sharing tried-and-true zucchini recipes, and by the end of this episode, you’ll:Discover 30-minute dinners, like a one-skillet meatless meal with a 5-minute game-changing yogurt sauceLearn cooking techniques to get the best texture and flavor out of

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13:51

The New York Times' Most Popular Recipe + Fried...

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2026/07/02

What makes one recipe become the most popular in the New York Times Cooking’s history?In this bite-sized episode, we share the best things we ate this week to inspire each other—and you.By the end of this episode, you'll want to make crisp, stuffed zucchini blossoms that are restaurant-quality but come together in under 30 minutes. You'll also discover why the legendary Marian Burros plum torte has become one of the most beloved dessert recipes of all time – it's endlessly adaptable,

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34:09

A Food Person’s Summer: Cookbooks, Hosting, and What...

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2026/06/30

Ever wonder what food people actually cook when guest come over — and why those recipes always work?This week, we're re-releasing our fan-favorite episode with Adam Roberts — aka The Amateur Gourmet. He takes us inside his kitchen, shares his favorite cookbooks and go-to recipes, and tells us all about his fantastic debut novel, Food Person (now out in paperback!). We talk summer cooking, dinner party philosophy, and why even a slightly undercooked salmon can still lead to a great night.By the end

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13:01

A 30-Minute Korean Short Rib Dinner + A Citrusy...

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2026/06/25

What if you could make a short rib dinner that tastes better than takeout, in less than 20 minutes?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 how to make Korean Galbi using beef short ribs – with a little planning, you can have dinner on the table in minutes. You’ll also discover a healthy summer chopped salad with an unexpected flavor combination of sweet summer peppers,

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34:48

What to Cook this Summer: Four Seasonal Menus for...

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2026/06/23

Are you stumped on what to serve for your next summer dinner party, backyard BBQ, or weeknight hang?This week, we’re taking the guesswork out of what to cook with four complete menus full of make-ahead appetizers, low-effort mains, and no-bake desserts that highlight peak summer produce. These are meals designed to minimize your time in the kitchen so you can maximize relaxing with friends and family.By the end of this episode, you'll discover:Four complete summer menus, including a farmers’ market

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10:39

Two Meatless Meal-Prep Friendly Meals! Our Best Home...

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2026/06/18

What if a pot of beans, or a packet of ramen noodles, could turn into an easy make-ahead 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 want to make vegetarian bean tostadas with make-ahead friendly elements, and that are easy to assemble fresh on a busy weeknight. You’ll also want to try a Dan Dan noodle salad with a tahini-chili crisp dressing that’s perfect for meal prep

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31:02

Summer Farmers’ Market Must-Haves! 10 Recipes for...

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2026/06/16

Have you ever come home from the summer farmers' market with bags full of beautiful produce and no idea what to make first?Summer farmers’ markets are overflowing with abundant produce, but that can feel overwhelming. If you've ever wanted simple, seasonal recipes that let peak-season produce shine without spending hours in the kitchen, this episode is packed with ideas for warm-weather hosting and quick weeknight meals that you’ll rely on all season. By the end of this episode, you’ll:Learn new

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18:05

What’s Your Ideal Brownie? + A Classic French Dish &...

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2026/06/11

How do you get a perfectly fudgy brownie with a glossy top without using a box mix?In this bite-sized episode, we share the best things we ate this week to inspire each other — and you!By the end of this episode, you’ll want to bake a batch of triple-chocolate brownies that are beginner-friendly, deeply fudgy, and achieve that coveted glossy crust. You’ll also discover a simple sole meunière recipe that’s buttery, lemony, and easy enough for a weeknight dinner.Tune in for a quick dose of home

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34:21

Summer Berries! Cakes, Cobblers, No-Bake Treats & More

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2026/06/09

Have a fridge full of summer berries and no idea what to make before they're past their prime?If you're standing in front of gorgeous summer berries at the farmers market but feel stuck making the same old recipes, this week we're sharing our favorite ways to make the most of berry season.By the end of this episode, you’ll discover:Easy berry desserts that require minimal effort, including kid-friendly frozen yogurt pops and a British classic: Eton messBaking recipes that let peak-season berries

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14:40

Two Hosting Menus: A Small Dinner Party + Feeding a...

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2026/06/04

What’s the secret to hosting a dinner party without spending the whole night stressed in the kitchen?In this bite-sized episode, we share the best things we ate this week to inspire each other—and you.By the end of this episode, you’ll have two go-to entertaining menus: one for a smaller dinner party and one for feeding a bigger group. We’re sharing the dishes, strategies, and make-ahead elements that help hosting feel more relaxed and enjoyable.You’ll also discover prep-friendly mains and salads, a

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28:27

Meal Prep like a Private Chef: Four Menus for...

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2026/06/02

What do private chefs actually cook for families during the week… and what can home cooks learn from it?In this episode, we’re pulling back the curtain on real client menus — from busy families with teenagers to households balancing different dietary needs. These are the kinds of meals designed to work in real life: flexible, flavorful, make-ahead friendly, and built to stretch into multiple lunches and dinners throughout the week.But this episode isn’t just about cooking for clients. We’re sharing

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15:37

Behind-the-Scenes Catering Tips + A Beef Noodle...

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2026/05/28

What’s the simple chef trick that can make a basic fish dinner taste restaurant-worthy?In this bite-sized episode, we share the best things we ate this week to inspire each other—and you.By the end of this episode, you’ll want to try an easy technique for cooking fish at home that relies on one surprisingly simple ingredient: store-bought crème fraîche. You’ll also discover two comforting weeknight meals— a noodle bowl and French onion crostini— both built from a single pot of rich oxtail broth and

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29:51

Weeknight Grilling! Easy Summer Cooking at Home

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2026/05/26

Has grilling ever felt too time-consuming, too messy, or impossible without a fancy backyard setup?This week, we’re simplifying grilling to make it feel more approachable, even on a weeknight.By the end of this episode, you’ll:Learn how to get charred, grilled flavor at home, with or without an outdoor grillDiscover easy summer meal ideas, including grilled salads, vegetarian dinners, unique kebabs, and fruity dessertsPick up practical strategies like shortcut marinades, make-ahead components, and

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14:59

A Nigella Lawson Sheet-Pan Dinner + Strawberry...

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2026/05/21

How can a few pieces of chicken and a bag of frozen peas become a spring dinner worth repeating?In this bite-sized episode, we share the best things we ate this week to inspire each other — and you.By the end of this episode, you’ll want to make Nigella Lawson’s famous chicken and pea tray bake: easy enough for a weeknight, but impressive enough for guests.You’ll also discover a beginner-friendly strawberry rhubarb streusel bar that’s buttery, nutty, and jammy – and it’s ideal for making ahead for a

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31:32

What Do You Bring To A Potluck? Ten Recipes for...

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2026/05/19

What do you bring to a picnic or potluck that’s guaranteed to impress, and won’t wilt, melt, or fall apart before guests arrive?Summer entertaining sounds fun — until you’re staring at a sign-up sheet, wondering what to make besides the same pasta salad.In this episode, we share 10 crowd-friendly recipes that travel well and hold up in warm weather. By the end of this episode, you’ll:Discover quick and easy appetizers, like a Los Angeles-inspired fruit cup, and a summer twist on cheesy artichoke

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