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Just Cook It Radio

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On Just Cook It Radio Chef Mario Porreca discovers and shares fun new creations with food and drink, interviews interesting special guests, and prepares some of your favorite dishes live on air! Get recipes and more from the show at www.JustCookIt.net!

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Episodes

  1. 88 Easter Pizza and New Beginnings

    Mike Sackley returns to Just Cook It Radio. Mike and Mario enjoy some beers while catching up. They also enjoy Easter Pizza - a traditional Easter food of Mario's family. Mario announces that this will be the final episode of Just Cook It Radio. The program will become "The Mario Show" starting...

  2. 87 Grass-Fed New York Strip Steaks

    Mario and JD celebrate JD's final episode of Just Cook It Radio by making grass-fed New York Strip Steaks. They also name the top four ingredients they would want to have an endless supply of during the apocalypse and they also take listener calls. Listen to Just Cook It Radio every Saturday at...

  3. 86 Hot Dogs and Chicken Sausage

    Mario and JD debut the show streaming live on the new Meerkat App. They also celebrate the upcoming start of the Major League Baseball season by grilling hot dogs along with mesquite smoked roasted pepper and Asiago chicken sausage. They also debate hot dog condiments and take listener calls....

  4. 85 Creamy Blue Cheese Dip and Chips

    Mario and JD celebrate National Pi Day at 9:26:53 AM. They also talk about St. Patrick's Day and celebrate National Potato Chip Day by making Mario's Creamy Blue Cheese Dip to pair with potato chips. They also talk movie snack foods and take listener calls. Listen to Just Cook It Radio every...

  5. 84 Special Grilled Cheese Sandwich

    Mario and JD make a Grilled Cheese Sandwich using a special technique that Mario kept hearing so much about. They also talk PJAS, potatoes that pair with lamb, and take listener calls. Follow Just Cook It Radio on Instagram at Instagram.com/justcookitradio for live photo and video updates during...

  6. 83 Country-Style Scrambled Eggs

    Mario and JD end National Hot Breakfast Month on a high note by making Country-Style Scrambled Eggs. They talk breakfast foods, take listener calls, and decide what Mario will be making on next weeks show. Follow Just Cook It Radio on Instagram at Instagram.com/justcookitradio for live photo and...

  7. 82 Hot Sausage and Valentine's Day

    Mario and JD talk Valentine's Day and Mario makes Hot Sausage per George Von Benko's (host of The Sportsline on WMBS) request. Mario makes some bold statements, they take listener calls, and JD makes a bold Valentine's Day move live on air. Follow Just Cook It Radio on Instagram at...

  8. 81 Soft-Boiled Eggs

    Mario and JD celebrate February being National Hot Breakfast Month. Mario demonstrates his easy way of making soft-boiled eggs and explains some of the key differences in egg preparation. They also take listener calls and Mario makes a bold statement for listeners to think about and chime in with...

  9. 80 Super Bowl XLIX and Guest Nadia G

    Mario and JD talk Super Bowl XLIX and the top five Super Bowl foods. They debate the best quarterback in NFL history, discuss Deflate-Gate, and give their predictions for the big game. They also interview The Cooking Channel's Nadia G and discuss her shows - Nadia G's Bitchin Kitchin', Bite This,...

  10. 79 Kerrygold Cheese

    Mario and JD sample different types of Kerrygold cheese made from grass-fed Irish dairy. Mario shares how you can learn where to buy Kerrygold products in your local area. Dr. Joe Porreca also calls in to describe the health benefits and importance of choosing grass-fed dairy products. Follow…

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  11. 78 Mario's Chicken and Brown Rice Bowl

    Mario and JD start 2015 on Just Cook It Radio by making an easy, quick, and healthy meal option - Mario's Chicken and Brown Rice Bowl. They also discuss Southwestern Pennsylvania food slang, the NFL Playoffs, and take listener calls. Follow Just Cook It Radio on Instagram at...

  12. 77 Bacon and Christmas Cookies

    Mario and JD wrap up 2014 on Just Cook It Radio by cooking and eating bacon while discussing the most popular Christmas cookies and Christmas songs. They also take listener calls and finalize a topic for the first show of 2015. Follow Just Cook It Radio on Instagram at…

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  13. 76 George's Peas & Guest Lanny Frattare

    Mario and JD continue talking Christmas cookies with listeners. They are then joined in studio by George Von Benko (host of The Sportsline) and joined over the phone by the former voice of the Pittsburgh Pirates Lanny Frattare. George shows them how to make his mother's holiday pea recipe as they...

  14. 75 Hot Chocolate

    Mario and JD celebrate the holiday season by making Mario's Hot Chocolate. They also talk about their favorite Christmas cookies and doughnuts while taking listener calls. Follow Just Cook It Radio on Instagram at Instagram.com/justcookitradio for live photo and video updates during the show!...

  15. 74 Thanksgiving Leftovers (2nd Edition)

    For the second year in a row Mario creates a dish to utilize Thanksgiving leftovers. Mario and JD also talk about their personal Thanksgiving experiences this year. Mario asks listeners to weigh in on plans for the show in 2015 and George Von Benko joins them for the third segment. Follow Just…

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  16. 73 Cranberry Vanilla Bean Butter

    Mario and JD discuss Thanksgiving foods and make Mario's Cranberry Vanilla Bean Butter. Get the recipe HERE: http://jcook.it/1sT1fMu They also try the limited edition Caramel Apple Oreo's and take listener calls. Follow Just Cook It Radio on Instagram at Instagram.com/justcookitradio for live…

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  17. 72 Caesar Salad

    Mario and JD talk Thanksgiving salads and Mario makes his Caesar Salad. Get the recipe HERE: http://jcook.it/1wEzLjH They talk about Just Cook It Radio being nominated for a Tasty Award and ask for your vote at www.thetasteawards.com. Mike Sackley also calls into the program and they talk more...

  18. 71 Smashed Bacon & Cheddar Red Potatoes

    Mario and JD begin celebrating the Thanksgiving season by making Mario's Smashed Bacon & Cheddar Red Potatoes. Get the recipe HERE: http://jcook.it/1yNtBN8 They also recap Halloween, talk about the upcoming holiday season, and take listener calls. Follow Just Cook It Radio on Instagram at...

  19. 70 One Pot Meals

    Mario and JD cook an entire meal in just a single pot and talk about other delicious ingredients that you can use for one pot cooking. They also take listener calls and talk about some of their favorite Halloween candies. Follow Just Cook It Radio on Instagram at Instagram.com/justcookitradio for...

  20. 69 Pumpkin Butter

    Mario and Brian broadcast live from The Big Barn Country Store and Deli to gear up for the upcoming Wine and Cheese Event. Mario makes Pumpkin Butter to celebrate the fall season and to preview what he will be making live at the event. Get his recipe HERE: http://jcook.it/1rNL8ih They also...

  21. 68 Organic Macaroni & Cheese

    Mario and JD celebrate October being National Pasta Month by making organic macaroni & cheese. They also talk about past and upcoming events and take listener calls. Follow Just Cook It Radio on Instagram at Instagram.com/justcookitradio for live photo and video updates during the show! Listen to…

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  22. 67 Heart Health and Upcoming Events

    Just Cook It Radio broadcasts live on location from the American Heart Association Heart Walk at Penn State Fayette, The Eberly Campus. Mario is joined by Dr. Joe Porreca to discuss heart health and heart healthy foods. Mario shares one of his heart healthy recipes that you can get HERE:...

  23. 66 Cajun Pork with Blue Cheese Honey

    Mario and Mike celebrate September being National Honey Month by making Mario's Cajun Pork Tenderloin with Blue Cheese Honey Dipping Sauce. Get the recipe HERE: http://jcook.it/1uv80Kl They also talk about the Pittsburgh Pirates playoff scenarios, share a couple of beers, and take listener calls....

  24. 65 Breakfast Risotto

    Mario, Mike, and JD Celebrate September being National Breakfast Month by making Mario's Breakfast Risotto. Get the recipe HERE: http://jcook.it/ZwZmOJ They also celebrate the end of the summer season by enjoying a couple summer beers while talking breakfast and taking listener calls. Follow Just...

  25. 64 Fool's Gold Loaf

    Mario and Mike celebrate National Peanut Day by making one of Elvis Presley's favorite sandwiches, the Fool's Gold Loaf. Get the recipe HERE: http://jcook.it/1rZkLqn They also try the new Lay's Cappuccino flavored potato chips, discuss peanut facts, take listener calls, and get to know the new…

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  26. 63 Tiramisu from "Custom Confections"

    Mario and Mike introduce new WMBS Saturday morning team member John and welcome him to Just Cook It Radio. They are then joined by author Jen Besel and they make a recipe from and discuss her new cookbook: "Custom Confections - Delicious Desserts You Can Create and Enjoy." Get the Tasteful…

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  27. 62 Tomato & Fresh Mozzarella Bruschetta

    Mario and Mike host Just Cook It Radio live on location from the Greensboro Farmers Market. They taste some new beers, make Mario's Tomato and Fresh Mozzarella Bruschetta, interview vendors, and take listener calls! Get the recipe for Mario's Tomato and Fresh Mozzarella Bruschetta HERE:...

  28. 61 Grilled Peaches and Green Beans

    Mario and Mike are joined in studio by Gina Jones who is the founder of GMarie Productions, and by resident drink expert and business leader Ryan. Mario makes his Grilled Peaches and Green Beans with Toasted Walnuts and Blue Cheese as they discuss the upcoming John C. Maxwell Learn - Lead event...

  29. 60 Grilled Corn with Chile Lime Butter

    Mario is joined by WMBS General Manager Brian Mroziak as they broadcast the show live from the Connellsville Farmers Market. Mario makes Grilled Corn with Chile Lime Butter from corn grown locally at Suter's Farm. Get the recipe HERE: http://jcook.it/1lKjHEN Mario and Brian also interview Mike...

  30. 59 Crabmeat Norfolk

    Mario and Mike celebrate Mario's return from vacation, and vacation season in general, by making Mario's version of Crabmeat Norfolk. Get the recipe HERE: http://jcook.it/1o1tc83 Mario and Mike also enjoy a couple varieties of Samuel Adams seasonal summer beers and take listener calls. Follow…

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  31. 58 Grilled Flank Steak

    On The Menu: Mario and Mike celebrate the Fourth of July weekend by making Grilled Flank Steak. Get the recipe HERE: http://jcook.it/1qyh65x They also try the new Limeade OREO cookies and wash it all down with a Two Hearted Ale. Follow Just Cook It Radio on Instagram at...

  32. 57 Bacon and Cheddar Grits

    On The Menu: Mario is joined by WMBS Radio General Manager Brian Mroziak as they broadcast Just Cook It Radio live from the Perryopolis Bicentennial. Mario makes his Bacon and Cheddar Grits per Brian's request that he make a recipe with bacon. Get Mario's Bacon and Cheddar Grits recipe HERE:...

  33. 56 Cheesesteak Sliders & Summer Beer

    On The Menu: Mario is joined in studio by former bartender and drink expert Ryan. Mario makes his Cheesesteak Sliders while Ryan shares and discusses his favorite summer beers. Get the recipe for Mario's Cheesesteak Sliders HERE: http://jcook.it/1kYNtnB​​ Follow Just Cook It Radio on Instagram at...

  34. 55 Chilled Soups

    On The Menu: Mario and Bill celebrate the beginning of the summer season by making a Chilled Strawberry, Banana, and Vanilla Bean Soup (get the recipe HERE: http://jcook.it/TW2MHL) and a Chilled Peach and Basil Soup. Bill announces that this will be his final "official" show as co-host and they...

  35. 54 Tagliatelle al Burro

    On The Menu: Mario and Mike talk pasta and Mario makes his favorite pasta dish - Tagliatelle al Burro. Get the recipe HERE: http://jcook.it/1uyI9yl Bill Alexander checks in from Dallas and they also take listener calls. Follow Just Cook It Radio on Instagram at Instagram.com/justcookitradio for...

  36. 53 Mario's Blue Cheeseburger

    On The Menu: Mario and Bill celebrate May being National Hamburger Month by making Mario's Blue Cheeseburger. Get the recipe HERE: http://jcook.it/1iFUDNa They pair the burger with a Shiner Bock from Bill's Magical Beer Bag and also take listener calls. Follow Just Cook It (@JustCookItRadio)…

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  37. 52 Minted Spring Pea Soup

    On The Menu: Mario and Bill celebrate spring by making Mario's Minted Spring Pea Soup. Get the recipe HERE: http://jcook.it/1nED8QV Bill talks about some recent social issues and they also take listener calls. Follow Just Cook It (@JustCookItRadio), Mario (@MarioPorreca), and Bill…

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  38. 51 Perfect Scrambled Eggs

    On The Menu: Mario and Bill celebrate May being National Egg Month by making Scrambled Eggs. Get the recipe HERE: http://jcook.it/1oAYi61 They also talk nostalgic foods, Western Pennsylvania food slang, and take listener calls. Follow Just Cook It (@JustCookItRadio), Mario (@MarioPorreca), and…

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  39. 50 Chef Boyardee Pizza Maker Kit

    On The Menu: Mario and Bill make a pizza with custom toppings using a Chef Boyardee Pizza Maker kit. Get the recipe HERE: http://jcook.it/SM7aJd They also talk pizza and take listener calls about different types of pizza. Follow Just Cook It (@JustCookItRadio), Mario (@MarioPorreca), and Bill...

  40. 49 Guacamole and Chipotle Margarita

    On The Menu: Mario and Bill celebrate Cinco de Mayo on Just Cook It Radio by making guacamole and Mario's Chipotle and Sage Margarita. Get both recipes HERE: http://jcook.it/1kFhnjC Follow Just Cook It (@JustCookItRadio), Mario (@MarioPorreca), and Bill (@BillAlexander) on Twitter for...

  41. 48 Grilled Cheese Cheeseburger

    On The Menu: Mario and Bill conclude their celebration of National Grilled Cheese Month by making Mario's Grilled Cheese Cheeseburger. Get the recipe HERE: http://jcook.it/1mKbFhb As Mario makes his sandwich, they go over the list of The Top 25 Comfort Foods and offer commentary regarding the…

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  42. 47 Smoked Mozzarella BLT

    On The Menu: Mario and Bill celebrate April being both National Grilled Cheese Month and National BLT Month by making Mario's Smoked Mozzarella BLT. Get the recipe HERE: http://jcook.it/1gJgkLx Mario and Bill paired the sandwich with a Shiner Wild Hare Pale Ale from The Just Cook It Radio Magical...

  43. 46 WildMushroom & Fontina Grilled Cheese

    On The Menu: Mario and Bill make Mario's Wild Mushroom and Fontina Grilled Cheese Sandwich to celebrate Grilled Cheese Sandwich Day. Get the recipe HERE: http://jcook.it/1qPf6mz They also discuss April being National Grilled Cheese Month and ask listeners to write or call in to tell them about...

  44. 45 Buttermilk Pancakes

    On The Menu: Mario and Bill make Buttermilk Pancakes on the first of two live broadcasts from the 23rd Annual Mon-Valley Home Show Remodeling and Decor Event. Get the Buttermilk Pancakes recipe HERE: http://jcook.it/1lzHWH5 Follow Just Cook It (@JustCookItRadio), Mario (@MarioPorreca), and Bill...

  45. 44 Mario's Stadium Hot Dog

    On The Menu: Mario and Bill make Mario's Stadium Hot Dog to celebrate Major League Baseball's Opening Day. Get the recipe HERE: http://jcook.it/1mfcy0b Mario and Bill also talk to event coordinator Lynn Grimes about this year's Mon-Valley Home Show and Decor Event. Mario and Bill will be...

  46. 43 Bacon-Wrapped Water Chestnuts

    On The Menu: Mario and Bill celebrate World Water Day by making Mario's Bacon-Wrapped Water Chestnuts. Get the recipe HERE: http://jcook.it/1jmusMX They then sample and discuss Mario's favorite still and sparkling bottled waters - Acqua Panna and S.Pellegrino. Mario makes a ginger mint infused...

  47. 42 Irish Soda Bread for St Patricks Day

    On The Menu: Mario and Bill celebrate St. Patrick's Day by making traditional Irish soda bread. Irish soda bread is a variety of quick bread in which baking soda is used as a leavening agent instead of the more common yeast. Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with this delicious and classic Irish bread!...

  48. 41 Lobster Rolls & Yoplait Greek Yogurt

    On The Menu: Mario and Bill talk lobster and make Mario's Lobster Rolls adapted from his For Starters column in GO! Magazine in the Herald-Standard. Get the recipe HERE: http://jcook.it/1dCygcm They also discuss the new Oscar Mayer bacon-scented alarm clock app for the iPhone that wakes you up to...

  49. 40 - Muffuletta for Mardi Gras

    On The Menu: Mario and Bill celebrate Mardi Gras by making Mario's giant muffuletta. A traditional muffuletta consists of a muffuletta loaf split horizontally and covered with layers of marinated olive salad, mortadella, salami, mozzarella, ham, and provolone. On this episode Mario puts his own...

  50. 39 - Chicken Salad

    On The Menu: Mario and Bill are joined by author Rae Katherine Eighmey to discuss and cook from her new book Abraham Lincoln In The Kitchen. Get the Chicken Salad recipe HERE: http://jcook.it/1cBzRyI Abraham Lincoln In The Kitchen is a culinary biography unlike any other. It lets readers peek...

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On Just Cook It Radio Chef Mario Porreca discovers and shares fun new creations with food and drink, interviews interesting special guests, and prepares some of your favorite dishes live on air! Get recipes and more from the show at www.JustCookIt.net!

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