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15 Minute Bytes

by Marty Jencius

15 Minute Bytes is a quick, friendly podcast where technology meets the kitchen table. In each episode, host Marty Jencius chats with a tech-savvy friend about what they’re currently building, teaching, or exploring—then shifts gears to something just as personal: a favorite recipe they actually cook. Work talk. Real food. No leftovers.

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Episodes

  1. Marty Jencius - Lithuanian Kugelis

    Marty and his son Will talk about a family recipe handed down for ages: Kugelis. Family Recipe: Kugelis (Lithuanian Potato Pudding) A Jencius family recipe, passed down on Marty’s side. Ingredients • 1 pound bacon, diced and cooked soft. Retain the bacon grease for use in the recipe • 1 large...

  2. Chris Wesselman - Sourdough Cheese Melt

    Chris Wesselman joins Marty to talk about his history in tech and a simple breakfast sandwich you can make while you are still waking up. Chris’s Recipe: Sourdough Cheese Melt Chris’s note: “My favorite recipe is too simple. I eat this several breakfasts every week. It’s a 3-minute recipe, even…

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  3. Bob Wood - Melva’s Meatloaf

    Bob joins Marty in telling tales of meatloaf and meatloaf variations Melva’s Meatloaf from Melva Mabel Menzel, my mother Prep Time: 20 min Cook Time: 1 hr Ingredients 1.5 lbs Ground Beef 80/20 1 Eggs 1/4 cup Milk 1 Cup or 2 slices Bread Crumbs, Cut into small cubes 1 tsp Ground Mild Chili Powder,...

  4. Guy Serle - Famous Rib Roast

    Marty and Guy discuss the fine art of making a rib roast and doing a 'reverse sear'. Guy Serle’s - Prime Rib or Rib Roast recipe 3-5 pound roast 1-8 ounce unsalted or salted butter for binding agent. (Other people use mustard) 1 tbs oregano 1 tbs thyme I tbs parsley Garlic. Can be fresh if you…

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  5. Charlie Lindahl – Air Fryer Chicken Tenders

    Marty speaks with Charlie Lindahl, part of the Old Mac Gang podcast about his tech experience and his favorite way of making chicken tendersIngredients • 1½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken tenders (or chicken breasts cut into strips) • ½ cup all-purpose flour • 2 large eggs, beaten • 1 cup panko...

  6. Chuck Joiner - Catalina Chicken

    Chuck Joiner of MacVoices joins Marty to talk about his favorite recipe and ways to marinade chicken MacVoices: https://macvoices.com RECIPE: CATALINA CHICKEN What You'll Need • Chicken breasts (as many as needed) — pre-split or split yourself • Kraft Catalina Classic Salad Dressing (enough to...

  7. Eric Perry - Peanut Butter Potato Candy

    Eric Perry of the Tech Savvy Professor podcast talks about a family favorite candy recipe that goes back and respects generations Ingredients 1 small potato (about egg-sized) 4–6 cups powdered sugar ¾–1 cup creamy peanut butter Instructions Cook the potato Peel and boil the potato until very…

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  8. David Ginsburg - Chicago Italian Beef

    David Ginsburg speaks with Marty about one of their loves, Chicago Italian Beef You can fins Dave’s projects at InTouchwithiOS.com This is David’s home-friendly version of classic Italian beef—simple, flavorful, and perfect for serving dipped in rich jus. Ingredients • 3–4 lb chuck roast • 1…

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  9. Jill McKinley - Homemade Ice Cream recipes

    Jill shares a recipe for homemade ice cream and many other tasty variations Today’s guest is Jill McKinley — known online as Jill from the Northwoods. Website: https://jillfromthenorthwoods.com Northwoods Custard Ice Cream There’s something deeply satisfying about making ice cream the old way —...

  10. Cindy Rotz - Key Lime Pie

    Marty is joined by Cindy Rotz from the Fade to Chat podcast and she shares her favorite Key Lime Pie recipe. Cindy’s Key Lime Pie Prep: 30 minutes Cook: 30 minutes Chill: 2-3 hours Graham cracker crust 1 2/3 cups graham crackers 1/4 C granulated sugar 1/4 C. plus 2 tbsp. melted butter Combine all...

  11. Will Jencius - Ezme

    Will is Marty’s first guest and they talk about the joys of making and eating ezme. EZME 2 tomatos peeled 1 onion 1 clove garlic 2 green peppers ¼ bunch of parsley 1 tbsp lemon juice 2 tbsp pomegranate molasses 1 tsp pepper paste, optional 2 tbsp olive oil Salt to taste ½ tsp hot red pepper…

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

15 Minute Bytes is a quick, friendly podcast where technology meets the kitchen table. In each episode, host Marty Jencius chats with a tech-savvy friend about what they’re currently building, teaching, or exploring—then shifts gears to something just as personal: a favorite recipe they actually cook. Work talk. Real food. No leftovers.

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15 Minute Bytes is a quick, friendly podcast where technology meets the kitchen table. In each episode, host Marty Jencius chats with a tech-savvy friend about what they’re currently building, teaching, or exploring—then shifts gears to something just as personal: a favorite recipe they actually...

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