Everyday Cooks Recipe Club

In this episode of Everyday Cooks Recipe Club, Stephanie shares a quick and easy way to make chicken tacos in the slow cooker. This dump and go recipe is the easiest weeknight meal and it is loaded with flavor!In this episode, we talk about:Using thighs versus breastUsing a jar of salsa for the liquid in the slow cooker and for extra flavorUsing taco seasoning versus chili powder, cumin and paprikaThe secret ingredient, cream cheese, for creamy finishMethods for shredding the chickenOur honest thoughts on flavor, texture, and whether it’s worth making againResources & Linkshttps://www.thepioneerwoman.com/food-cooking/recipes/a64131952/slow-cooker-chicken-tacos-recipe/Support the ShowIf you loved this episode, please follow the podcast, leave a review, and share it with a friend who loves to cook. It helps our little cooking club grow and keeps us inspired to bring you more recipes each month! Thank you for your support!DisclaimerEveryday Cooks Recipe Club is a podcast for home cooks who love exploring new recipes and sharing the experience. We feature recipes from talented chefs, cookbook authors, and food creators, always giving full credit to the original source. We do not claim ownership of these recipes, and we encourage listeners to support the chefs by purchasing their cookbooks or visiting their websites or social channels. For copyright reasons, we do not share full recipes in our show notes. Instead, we talk about our own cooking experiences, tips, and takeaways.CreditOriginal Music by Matthew J. SmithRecipe Testers are Matt, Ryan, Matt and Cameron

In this episode of Everyday Cooks Recipe Club, Stephanie shares with us how she made mashed potatoes using a potato ricer. This tool is a game changer! Easily make fluffy, lump-free mashed potatoes with little extra effort and get ready for all the compliments!In this episode, we talk about:Russet versus Yukon Gold potatoesHow to tell when your potatoes are done boilingHow to use the ricer and why it’s better than a masherButter and other mix-in that make the potatoes deliciousOur honest thoughts on flavor, texture, and whether it’s worth making againResources & LinksCreamy Mashed PotatoesIngredients4 lb. russet potatoes3 cloves garlic (sp)1 Tbsp. salt4 Tbsp. butter, plus more for serving1 Tbsp. sour cream1/2 cup heavy cream, milk, or ½ & ½Salt & pepper to tasteFinely chopped chives or green onions for garnishDirectionsPeel the potatoes, rinse them and cut them into 1- to 2-inch pieces. Add to a large pot and add enough water to cover all the potatoes. Heavily salt the water. Add 1 tablespoon salt. Add garlic cloves to water when boiling.Place pot on your stove and turn to high. Bring to a boil and boil for 15 minutes, until potatoes are knife tender. Turn off heat and drain.Use a potato ricer and rice cooked potatoes back into hot pot (that’s turned off). Leave the pot on the stove for at least 10 minutes, uncovered.Add butter. Mash the potatoes to desired consistency. Add sour cream and mix. Add ½ & ½ and mix. Add more if you like creamier potatoes.Add salt and pepper to taste. Add an extra pat of butter on top before serving. Garnish with green onions.Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator and reheat to serve.Revisit our episode that references how to make Compound Butter. Tune in at the 10:30 mark.https://everyday-cooks-recipe.captivate.fm/episode/holiday-food-giftsSupport the ShowIf you loved this episode, please follow the podcast, leave a review, and share it with a friend who loves to cook. It helps our little cooking club grow and keeps us inspired to bring you more recipes each month! Thank you for your support!DisclaimerEveryday Cooks Recipe Club is a podcast for home cooks who love exploring new recipes and sharing the experience. We feature recipes from talented chefs, cookbook authors, and food creators, always giving full credit to the original source. We do not claim ownership of these recipes, and we encourage listeners to support the chefs by purchasing their cookbooks or visiting their websites or social channels. For copyright reasons, we do not share full recipes in our show notes. Instead, we talk about our own cooking experiences, tips, and takeaways.CreditOriginal Music by Matthew J. SmithRecipe Testers are Matt, Ryan, Matt and Cameron

In this episode of Everyday Cooks Recipe Club, Stephanie layers the flavors in this crowd favorite: Tacos. Follow along as we make fish tacos with fresh cod and a side of roasted cauliflower. This dish is fresh, healthy and easy to prepare. You will want to add it to your regular rotation.In this episode, we talk about:Why Stephanie chose this recipeWhat kind of fish we used and how we prepared itRoasting cauliflower - if you aren’t doing this, you are missing out!How each of us prepared the meal (and where we improvised!)Our honest thoughts on flavor, texture, and whether it’s worth making againResources & Linkshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CPFxcByLeYEhttps://preppykitchen.com/fish-tacos/https://natashaskitchen.com/fish-tacos-recipe/https://natashaskitchen.com/roasted-cauliflower/If there are recipes you want us to try or questions you want to ask, email us at [email protected] the ShowIf you loved this episode, please follow the podcast, leave a review, and share it with a friend who loves to cook. It helps our little cooking club grow and keeps us inspired to bring you more recipes each month! Thank you for your support!DisclaimerEveryday Cooks Recipe Club is a podcast for home cooks who love exploring new recipes and sharing the experience. We feature recipes from talented chefs, cookbook authors, and food creators, always giving full credit to the original source. We do not claim ownership of these recipes, and we encourage listeners to support the chefs by purchasing their cookbooks or visiting their websites or social channels. For copyright reasons, we do not share full recipes in our show notes. Instead, we talk about our own cooking experiences, tips, and takeaways.CreditOriginal Music by Matthew J. SmithRecipe Testers are Matt, Ryan, Matt and Cameron

In this episode of Everyday Cooks Recipe Club, Kelly starts from scratch to figure out how to make a good Matcha Latte at home. Previous attempts have been so-so. Stephanie wants to avoid the tea tasting like grass. Kelly did the research and is sharing all that she learned.In this episode, we talk about:The different types of matcha powder: Ceremonial versus Culinary gradeThe precise way that people make their matcha tea including the tools used (chasen)It can’t be a latte without milk! We talk dairy and dairy-free optionsThe various types of sweeteners and which to use in hot drinks versus cold drinksHow each of us prepared the recipes (and where we improvised!)Our honest thoughts on flavor, texture, and whether it’s worth making againResources & LinksTutorialhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hnh_xDOxnzESuggested Recipe3 grams of matcha (1.5 tsp)30 ml of 170 degree water (~¼ cup)80-90 ml of milk of choice (⅓ cup)Hot Matcha Lattehttps://www.youtube.com/shorts/VpdL6_CtUDAIced Matcha Lattehttps://www.youtube.com/shorts/AUaJRWW-v50Support the ShowIf you loved this episode, please follow the podcast, leave a review, and share it with a friend who loves to cook. It helps our little cooking club grow and keeps us inspired to bring you more recipes each month! Thank you for your support!DisclaimerEveryday Cooks Recipe Club is a podcast for home cooks who love exploring new recipes and sharing the experience. We feature recipes from talented chefs, cookbook authors, and food creators, always giving full credit to the original source. We do not claim ownership of these recipes, and we encourage listeners to support the chefs by purchasing their cookbooks or visiting their websites or social channels. For copyright reasons, we do not share full recipes in our show notes. Instead, we talk about our own cooking experiences, tips, and takeaways.CreditOriginal Music by Matthew J. SmithRecipe Testers are Matt, Ryan, Matt and Cameron

In this episode of Everyday Cooks Recipe Club, Stephanie brings us a Low Carb High Protein Chicken Alfredo Fettuccine recipe. The twist is that the alfredo sauce is made out of cauliflower and the dish has 52 grams of protein! Plus she shares a recipe for zucchini coins.In this episode, we talk about:Using cauliflower as the base of the alfredo sauceHow we cooked our chickenSteph’s secret place to buy pastaThe 3 step process to make zucchini coinsHow each of us prepared the recipes (and where we improvised!)Our honest thoughts on flavor, texture, and whether it’s worth making againResources & LinksCauliflower Alfredo Sauce:https://www.joshuaweissman.com/recipes/easy-low-calorie-52g-protein-alfredo-pastahttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oniAMAulMgUhttps://www.youtube.com/shorts/2KyDrqiiZdUKatie Lee’s Cauliflower Alfredo SauceRecipe: https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/katie-lee/cauliflower-alfredo-sauce-3278457Video: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/VerGqHCFoPEAir Fryer Coinshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JGsA2DHzR8oSupport the ShowIf you loved this episode, please follow the podcast, leave a review, and share it with a friend who loves to cook. It helps our little cooking club grow and keeps us inspired to bring you more recipes each month! Thank you for your support!DisclaimerEveryday Cooks Recipe Club is a podcast for home cooks who love exploring new recipes and sharing the experience. We feature recipes from talented chefs, cookbook authors, and food creators, always giving full credit to the original source. We do not claim ownership of these recipes, and we encourage listeners to support the chefs by purchasing their cookbooks or visiting their websites or social channels. For copyright reasons, we do not share full recipes in our show notes. Instead, we talk about our own cooking experiences, tips, and takeaways.CreditOriginal Music by Matthew J. SmithRecipe Testers are Matt, Ryan, Matt and Cameron

In this episode of Everyday Cooks Recipe Club, Stephanie and Kelly share several recipe ideas to use for Easter dinner, including the ham! We talk about two different potato dishes. Plus two must have appetizers. All of the suggested recipes are easy and quick to make so you aren't stuck in the kitchen. In this episode, we talk about:How to make a ham in the slow cookerHow to make an easy hashbrown casseroleA second potato recipe: potatoes gratin Tips to make the best deviled eggsThe cutest hummus dish you have ever seenHow each of us prepared the recipes (and where we improvised!)Our honest thoughts on flavor, texture, and whether it’s worth making againResources & LinksSlow Cooker Ham (Allrecipes)Recipe: https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/80525/slow-cooker-ham/Video (@5:15): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_MUit-Qlwys&t=5sEasy Hashbrown Casserole (Preppy Kitchen)Recipe: https://preppykitchen.com/hashbrown-casserole/Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_VE0mdLtd5gPotatoes Gratin (Tyler Florence)https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/tyler-florence/potatoes-gratin-recipe-1947666Deviled Eggs (Preppy Kitchen)youtube.com/watch?si=iAiOTXwVt6rTGsKN&v=hqkkwIVEE00&feature=youtu.beSpring Hummus Veggie Garden (Allrecipes)Recipe: https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/241899/spring-herb-hummus-vegetable-garden/Support the ShowIf you loved this episode, please follow the podcast, leave a review, and share it with a friend who loves to cook. It helps our little cooking club grow and keeps us inspired to bring you more recipes each month! Thank you for your support!DisclaimerEveryday Cooks Recipe Club is a podcast for home cooks who love exploring new recipes and sharing the experience. We feature recipes from talented chefs, cookbook authors, and food creators, always giving full credit to the original source. We do not claim ownership of these recipes, and we encourage listeners to support the chefs by purchasing their cookbooks or visiting their websites or social channels. For copyright reasons, we do not share full recipes in our show notes. Instead, we talk about our own cooking experiences, tips, and takeaways.CreditOriginal Music by Matthew J. SmithRecipe Testers are Matt, Ryan, Matt and Cameron

In this episode of Everyday Cooks Recipe Club, Stephanie and Kelly answer more listener questions. Email us at [email protected] if you have questions you want answered.In this episode, we talk about:Ideas to label jars you are re-usingHow to make compound butter - it’s really easy!A surprising way to shred chickenHow to keep your apple slices from browningHow to prep and use fresh gingerWhat to do when egg shells fall in your prep bowlThe best way to store your spinach and lettuce to maximize shelf lifeResources & LinksIf there are recipes you want us to try or questions you want to ask, email us at [email protected] the ShowIf you loved this episode, please follow the podcast, leave a review, and share it with a friend who loves to cook. It helps our little cooking club grow and keeps us inspired to bring you more recipes each month! Thank you for your support!DisclaimerEveryday Cooks Recipe Club is a podcast for home cooks who love exploring new recipes and sharing the experience. We feature recipes from talented chefs, cookbook authors, and food creators, always giving full credit to the original source. We do not claim ownership of these recipes, and we encourage listeners to support the chefs by purchasing their cookbooks or visiting their websites or social channels. For copyright reasons, we do not share full recipes in our show notes. Instead, we talk about our own cooking experiences, tips, and takeaways.CreditOriginal Music by Matthew J. SmithRecipe Testers are Matt, Ryan, Matt and Cameron

In this episode of Everyday Cooks Recipe Club, Kelly tries a steak and eggs recipe that Matt saw on YouTube.In this episode, Kelly talks about:Choosing your cut of steakHer thoughts on cooking potatoesHow the eggs ended up being the hardest part of the recipeHer honest thoughts on flavor, texture, and whether it’s worth making againResources & LinksPerfect Steak and Eggshttps://youtu.be/v_LLdEl4Prw?si=3qL-VwoiG9G-tpMJIf there are recipes you want us to try or questions you want to ask, email us at [email protected] the ShowIf you loved this episode, please follow the podcast, leave a review, and share it with a friend who loves to cook. It helps our little cooking club grow and keeps us inspired to bring you more recipes each month! Thank you for your support!DisclaimerEveryday Cooks Recipe Club is a podcast for home cooks who love exploring new recipes and sharing the experience. We feature recipes from talented chefs, cookbook authors, and food creators, always giving full credit to the original source. We do not claim ownership of these recipes, and we encourage listeners to support the chefs by purchasing their cookbooks or visiting their websites or social channels. For copyright reasons, we do not share full recipes in our show notes. Instead, we talk about our own cooking experiences, tips, and takeaways.CreditOriginal Music by Matthew J. SmithRecipe Testers are Matt, Ryan, Matt and Cameron

In this episode of Everyday Cooks Recipe Club, Stephanie and Kelly tackle two recipes from their New York Times Cooking Page-A-Day 2026 calendar.In this episode, we talk about:How our cooking confidence has grown since we started the recipe clubMaking the Brussels Sprouts Caesar SaladMaking the Sheet-Pan Chicken Tikka ThighsHow each of us prepared the recipes (and where we improvised!)Our honest thoughts on flavor, texture, and whether it’s worth making againResources & LinksBrussels Sprouts Caesar Saladhttps://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/1023846-brussels-sprouts-caesar-saladSheet-Pan Chicken Tikka Thighshttps://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/1025554-sheet-pan-chicken-tikka-thighsLink to NYT Cooking Page-A-Day Calendarhttps://www.amazon.com/Times-Cooking-Page-Day%C2%AE-Calendar/dp/1523530529If there are recipes you want us to try or questions you want to ask, email us at [email protected] the ShowIf you loved this episode, please follow the podcast, leave a review, and share it with a friend who loves to cook. It helps our little cooking club grow and keeps us inspired to bring you more recipes each month! Thank you for your support!DisclaimerEveryday Cooks Recipe Club is a podcast for home cooks who love exploring new recipes and sharing the experience. We feature recipes from talented chefs, cookbook authors, and food creators, always giving full credit to the original source. We do not claim ownership of these recipes, and we encourage listeners to support the chefs by purchasing their cookbooks or visiting their websites or social channels. For copyright reasons, we do not share full recipes in our show notes. Instead, we talk about our own cooking experiences, tips, and takeaways.CreditOriginal Music by Matthew J. SmithRecipe Testers are Matt, Ryan, Matt and Cameron

In this episode of Everyday Cooks Recipe Club, Kelly teaches you how to stack and frost a cake so it looks store bought.In this episode, we talk about:Step by step instructions to make a cake at home that looks store boughtHow you don’t need to make everything from scratchIdeas for different fillings you can add in between the layersIdeas for decorating the cakeAfter listening to this episode you will be ready to build your own layer cake and show it off at your next gathering!Resources & LinksYou can make your own buttercream icing.https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/a43701038/buttercream-frosting-recipe/https://www.thepioneerwoman.com/food-cooking/recipes/a65890770/buttercream-frosting-recipe/Visual examples of building the cake.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IRZuwejAlZwhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XJbO09-G4CAhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4LCinnwDxz0Link to NYT Cooking Page-A-Day Calendarhttps://www.amazon.com/Times-Cooking-Page-Day%C2%AE-Calendar/dp/1523530529If there are recipes you want us to try or questions you want to ask, email us at [email protected] the ShowIf you loved this episode, please follow the podcast, leave a review, and share it with a friend who loves to cook. It helps our little cooking club grow and keeps us inspired to bring you more recipes each month! Thank you for your support!DisclaimerEveryday Cooks Recipe Club is a podcast for home cooks who love exploring new recipes and sharing the experience. We feature recipes from talented chefs, cookbook authors, and food creators, always giving full credit to the original source. We do not claim ownership of these recipes, and we encourage listeners to support the chefs by purchasing their cookbooks or visiting their websites or social channels. For copyright reasons, we do not share full recipes in our show notes. Instead, we talk about our own cooking experiences, tips, and takeaways.CreditOriginal Music by Matthew J. SmithRecipe Testers are Matt, Ryan, Matt and Cameron

In this episode of Everyday Cooks Recipe Club, Stephanie and Kelly tackle 6 viral recipes to let you know if the hype is justified. Tune in to see if it is worth your time!In this episode, we talk about:Dumpling lasagnaCucumber and smoked salmon sushiZucchini bakeCabbage lasagnaBiscoff yogurt dessertBakery style chocolate chip cookiesHow each of us prepared the recipes (and where we improvised!)Our honest thoughts on flavor, texture, and whether it’s worth making againResources & LinksViral Recipe #1 Dumpling Lasagnahttps://www.instagram.com/p/DUUI6Y5D1JM/https://www.instagram.com/p/DSQl-GYkr_-/https://www.instagram.com/p/DS2yuDSjxAP/Viral Recipe #2 Sushi Inspired Appetizerhttps://www.instagram.com/p/DS_Lep3Euij/https://juliascuisine.com/cucumber-smoked-salmon-bites/Viral Recipe #3 Zucchini Bakehttps://www.instagram.com/p/DMQOB8SCc32/Viral Recipe #4 Cabbage Lasagnahttps://www.instagram.com/reels/DTtVlBtjttL/Viral Recipe #5 Biscoff Yogurt Dessert Recipehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1_hY2-VaSgohttps://www.youtube.com/shorts/kYO8SyMm76QViral Recipe #6 Bakery Style Chocolate Chip Cookies​​https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_WM0uXmQTHwIf there are recipes you want us to try or questions you want to ask, email us at [email protected] the ShowIf you loved this episode, please follow the podcast, leave a review, and share it with a friend who loves to cook. It helps our little cooking club grow and keeps us inspired to bring you more recipes each month! Thank you for your support!DisclaimerEveryday Cooks Recipe Club is a podcast for home cooks who love exploring new recipes and sharing the experience. We feature recipes from talented chefs, cookbook authors, and food creators, always giving full credit to the original source. We do not claim ownership of these recipes, and we encourage listeners to support the chefs by purchasing their cookbooks or visiting their websites or social channels. For copyright reasons, we do not share full recipes in our show notes. Instead, we talk about our own cooking experiences, tips, and takeaways.CreditOriginal Music by Matthew J. SmithRecipe Testers are Matt, Ryan, Matt and Cameron

This episode of Everyday Cooks Recipe Club publishes on February 17, 2026 which happens to be both Mardi Gras and the start of the Lunar New Year - the Year of the Fire Horse. Kelly and Stephanie thought a great way to celebrate this rare event is by revisiting a recipe from Nini Nguyen’s cookbook Dac Biet - lemongrass-marinated pork chops. Nini is based in New Orleans. Her cookbook is a special blend of flavorful, inspired Vietnamese and New Orleans cooking.In this episode, we talk about:Starting a recipe clubWhy we chose this recipeWhat it was like shopping for fresh lemongrass and the other key ingredientsHow each of us prepared the pork chops (and where we improvised!)Our honest thoughts on flavor, texture, and whether it’s worth making againIf you’ve ever been curious about cooking with lemongrass or you’re just looking for a fresh twist on pork chops, you’ll want to cook along with us!The full recipe can be found in Nini Nguyen’s cookbook Dac Biet. We highly recommend checking it out anywhere books are sold.Resources & LinksWatch this interview with Nini Nguyen to see how she makes this recipe.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BY2vz3o_TTUhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WiMkAy_9kWEIf there are recipes you want us to try or questions you want to ask, email us at [email protected] the ShowIf you loved this episode, please follow the podcast, leave a review, and share it with a friend who loves to cook. It helps our little cooking club grow and keeps us inspired to bring you more recipes each month! Thank you for your support!DisclaimerEveryday Cooks Recipe Club is a podcast for home cooks who love exploring new recipes and sharing the experience. We feature recipes from talented chefs, cookbook authors, and food creators, always giving full credit to the original source. We do not claim ownership of these recipes, and we encourage listeners to support the chefs by purchasing their cookbooks or visiting their websites or social channels. For copyright reasons, we do not share full recipes in our show notes. Instead, we talk about our own cooking experiences, tips, and takeaways.CreditOriginal Music by Matthew J. SmithThank you to our favorite recipe testers: Matt, Ryan, Matt and Cameron

In this episode of Everyday Cooks Recipe Club, Stephanie and Kelly answer some listener questions. Email us at [email protected] if you have questions you want answered.In this episode, we talk about:How to quickly chill your champagneHow to make hard cookies soft againHow to cut through a frozen ice cream cakeHow to maintain your cutting boardsHow to quickly thaw butterHow to store your herbsHow to grow green onions in your kitchenHow to clean your Le Creuset potsResources & LinksIf there are recipes you want us to try or questions you want to ask, email us at [email protected] the ShowIf you loved this episode, please follow the podcast, leave a review, and share it with a friend who loves to cook. It helps our little cooking club grow and keeps us inspired to bring you more recipes each month! Thank you for your support!DisclaimerEveryday Cooks Recipe Club is a podcast for home cooks who love exploring new recipes and sharing the experience. We feature recipes from talented chefs, cookbook authors, and food creators, always giving full credit to the original source. We do not claim ownership of these recipes, and we encourage listeners to support the chefs by purchasing their cookbooks or visiting their websites or social channels. For copyright reasons, we do not share full recipes in our show notes. Instead, we talk about our own cooking experiences, tips, and takeaways.CreditOriginal Music by Matthew J. SmithRecipe Testers are Matt, Ryan, Matt and Cameron

In this episode of Everyday Cooks Recipe Club, Stephanie and Kelly follow up on their discussion on appetizers. They both tested the meatball sub slider bombs from the All Recipes video.In this episode, we talk about:How each of us prepared the meal (and where we improvised!)Our honest thoughts on flavor, texture, and whether it’s worth making againPlus Kelly made a bonus recipe - the garlic butter pizza rollsResources & Linkshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SK_uItFqt58If there are recipes you want us to try or questions you want to ask, email us at [email protected] the ShowIf you loved this episode, please follow the podcast, leave a review, and share it with a friend who loves to cook. It helps our little cooking club grow and keeps us inspired to bring you more recipes each month! Thank you for your support!DisclaimerEveryday Cooks Recipe Club is a podcast for home cooks who love exploring new recipes and sharing the experience. We feature recipes from talented chefs, cookbook authors, and food creators, always giving full credit to the original source. We do not claim ownership of these recipes, and we encourage listeners to support the chefs by purchasing their cookbooks or visiting their websites or social channels. For copyright reasons, we do not share full recipes in our show notes. Instead, we talk about our own cooking experiences, tips, and takeaways.CreditOriginal Music by Matthew J. SmithRecipe Testers are Matt, Ryan, Matt and Cameron

In this episode of Everyday Cooks Recipe Club, Stephanie and Kelly are talking about appetizers! With the NFL playoffs in full swing it is time to prepare our Super Bowl party menu.In this episode, we talk about:Classic Buffalo WingsBuffalo Chicken Dip in the slow cookerTaco BarNachosVelveeta and Rotelle DipPigs in a BlanketStephanie gives us a new recipe to try: Meatball Sub Slider BombsResources & LinksStephanie’s Buffalo Wings RecipeIngredients2 pounds wings (drumettes and flats)Avocado oil spraysaltFrank's Red Hot buffalo sauce or Kinder's buffalo sauceDirectionsPut wings on your broiler pan and spray with avocado oil and sprinkle saltBake on broiler pan at 425 for 40-45 minutesPull the wings out of the oven and put in a 8x10 panGenerously coat with the saucePut back in the oven and bake for another 5-10 minutesServe with blue cheese or ranch dressing, carrot and celery sticks.Mary’s Buffalo Chicken Dip in the slow cookerIngredientsShredded chickenBlock of cream cheeseFrank's Red Hot buffalo sauce or Kinder's buffalo sauceRanch Dressing or Blue Cheese DressingShredded cheese (Stephanie loves to do a white cheddar and sharp yellow cheddar mix, but you can also use (any) cheddar or monterey jack or pepper jack cheese)Optional add-ins:Blue cheese crumblesGarlic powderOnion powderGreen onionsMix everything in the slow cooker and cook on low for 3 hours or high for 1-2 hours.Stir frequently to make sure the cream cheese doesn’t burn.Serve with tortilla chips, crackers, celery sticks and carrot sticks, radishesNon-Meat Taco Me’Eat Kelly mentions for the taco bar:https://rollingreens.com/products/ground-taco-proteinExtra Recipes:https://www.ro-tel.com/recipes/sides-appetizers/rotel-famous-queso-dip-2693https://www.pillsbury.com/recipes/pigs-in-a-blanket/e8abc84e-8a0e-42d6-ae7e-23b677a161acHere is the All Recipes video with the appetizer recipes we are making and will discuss in the next episode. We are specifically making the Meatball Sub Slider Bombs.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SK_uItFqt58If there are recipes you want us to try or questions you want to ask, email us at [email protected] the ShowIf you loved this episode, please follow the podcast, leave a review, and share it with a friend who loves to cook. It helps our little cooking club grow and keeps us inspired to bring you more recipes each month! Thank you for your support!DisclaimerEveryday Cooks Recipe Club is a podcast for home cooks who love exploring new recipes and sharing the experience. We feature recipes from talented chefs, cookbook authors, and food creators, always giving full credit to the original source. We do not claim ownership of these recipes, and we encourage listeners to support the chefs by purchasing their cookbooks or visiting their websites or social channels. For copyright reasons, we do not share full recipes in our show notes. Instead, we talk about our own cooking experiences, tips, and takeaways.CreditOriginal Music by Matthew J. SmithRecipe Testers are Matt, Ryan, Matt and Cameron

In this episode of Everyday Cooks Recipe Club, Stephanie and Kelly are checking in to let you know what items they have completed from the Kitchen Reset list. They talked about how having an accountability partner helps keep you on track, so they are here to update you on what they have done so far.In this episode, we talk about:Deep cleaning ovens and refrigeratorsHow so many crumbs end up in your silverware drawerHow Kelly would rather deep clean than decide what to pare downStephanie walks us through conditioning wooden cutting boards and utensilsHow many mugs Stephanie got rid ofResources & Linkshttps://www.youtube.com/shorts/lu_f_V7gjVMIf there are recipes you want us to try or questions you want to ask, email us at [email protected] the ShowIf you loved this episode, please follow the podcast, leave a review, and share it with a friend who loves to cook. It helps our little cooking club grow and keeps us inspired to bring you more recipes each month! Thank you for your support!DisclaimerEveryday Cooks Recipe Club is a podcast for home cooks who love exploring new recipes and sharing the experience. We feature recipes from talented chefs, cookbook authors, and food creators, always giving full credit to the original source. We do not claim ownership of these recipes, and we encourage listeners to support the chefs by purchasing their cookbooks or visiting their websites or social channels. For copyright reasons, we do not share full recipes in our show notes. Instead, we talk about our own cooking experiences, tips, and takeaways.CreditOriginal Music by Matthew J. SmithRecipe Testers are Matt, Ryan, Matt and Cameron

In this episode of Everyday Cooks Recipe Club, Stephanie walks us through 10 recipes you can make in your Dutch Oven. Get out your beautiful Le Creuset Dutch Oven and try one of these recipes. Don’t be afraid to use your dutch oven!In this episode, we talk about:The #1 recipe for your dutch oven is roasting a chickenSeriously, use this pot for any recipe!9 other recipe ideasResources & Linkshttps://www.eatingwell.com/heart-healthy-dutch-oven-recipes-11863852https://food52.com/story/27003-best-dutch-oven-recipeshttps://www.lecreuset.ca/en_CA/recipes/all-recipes/dutch-oven-recipesIf there are recipes you want us to try or questions you want to ask, email us at [email protected] the ShowIf you loved this episode, please follow the podcast, leave a review, and share it with a friend who loves to cook. It helps our little cooking club grow and keeps us inspired to bring you more recipes each month! Thank you for your support!DisclaimerEveryday Cooks Recipe Club is a podcast for home cooks who love exploring new recipes and sharing the experience. We feature recipes from talented chefs, cookbook authors, and food creators, always giving full credit to the original source. We do not claim ownership of these recipes, and we encourage listeners to support the chefs by purchasing their cookbooks or visiting their websites or social channels. For copyright reasons, we do not share full recipes in our show notes. Instead, we talk about our own cooking experiences, tips, and takeaways.CreditOriginal Music by Matthew J. SmithRecipe Testers are Matt, Ryan, Matt and Cameron

In this episode of Everyday Cooks Recipe Club, Stephanie and Kelly welcome you to Season #2!! They also talk about the various ways you can freshen up your kitchen so you are ready for a new year of cooking.In this episode, we talk about:Decluttering your kitchenUsing the food items in your pantry to make mealsReplacing items now to prepare for future cookingDeep cleaning your kitchenReorganizing your kitchen for a new year of cookingJoin Stephanie and Kelly in working through some of these items during the month of January.Resources & Linkshttps://www.thepioneerwoman.com/home-lifestyle/a69801620/january-kitchen-reset-organizing-ideas/https://www.thekitchn.com/10-ways-to-reset-your-kitchen-for-the-new-year-227085https://a.co/d/9nqODaGhttps://a.co/d/3mjZoFtIf there are recipes you want us to try or questions you want to ask, email us at [email protected] the ShowIf you loved this episode, please follow the podcast, leave a review, and share it with a friend who loves to cook. It helps our little cooking club grow and keeps us inspired to bring you more recipes each month! Thank you for your support!DisclaimerEveryday Cooks Recipe Club is a podcast for home cooks who love exploring new recipes and sharing the experience. We feature recipes from talented chefs, cookbook authors, and food creators, always giving full credit to the original source. We do not claim ownership of these recipes, and we encourage listeners to support the chefs by purchasing their cookbooks or visiting their websites or social channels. For copyright reasons, we do not share full recipes in our show notes. Instead, we talk about our own cooking experiences, tips, and takeaways.CreditOriginal Music by Matthew J. SmithRecipe Testers are Matt, Ryan, Matt and Cameron

In this episode of Everyday Cooks Recipe Club, Kelly walks us through how to make a healthier candy bar option: Date Snickers. This is an easy recipe that does take a bit of time, but it is worth it!  In this episode, we talk about:The base recipe for making Date SnickersWhy you might consider making this with a group instead of by yourselfA suggestion for making a different kind of healthier candy barWe’d love to hear about how you make a healthier version of your favorite guilty pleasure!Resources & Linkshttps://sarahsvegankitchen.com/recipes/date-snickers/If there are recipes you want us to try or questions you want to ask, email us at [email protected] the ShowIf you loved this episode, please follow the podcast, leave a review, and share it with a friend who loves to cook. It helps our little cooking club grow and keeps us inspired to bring you more recipes each month!  Thank you for your support!DisclaimerEveryday Cooks Recipe Club is a podcast for home cooks who love exploring new recipes and sharing the experience. We feature recipes from talented chefs, cookbook authors, and food creators, always giving full credit to the original source. We do not claim ownership of these recipes, and we encourage listeners to support the chefs by purchasing their cookbooks or visiting their websites or social channels. For copyright reasons, we do not share full recipes in our show notes. Instead, we talk about our own cooking experiences, tips, and takeaways.CreditOriginal Music by Matthew J. SmithThank you to our favorite recipe testers: Matt, Ryan, Matt and Cameron

In this episode of Everyday Cooks Recipe Club, Stephanie and Kelly talk about breakfast casseroles.  They are sharing ideas on breakfast or brunch dishes that can feed a group. Take notes for an easy and delicious solution. In this episode, we talk about:A green chili and cheese egg casserole How each of us prepared the meal (and where we improvised!)A bonus recipe: French Toast BakeOur honest thoughts on flavor, texture, and whether it’s worth making againResources & LinksThis isn’t exactly Mary Dombey’s recipe, but it is close!https://houseofnasheats.com/green-chili-egg-casserole/French Toast BakeBake at 375* for 45-60 minutesIngredients:½ cup melted butter (1 stick)1 cup brown sugar1 loaf thickly sliced bread (brioche, challah, Texas toast)4 eggs1 ½ cups milk1 teaspoon vanillaDirections:Mix all ingredients in a bowl, pour into baking dish. Cover with foil and bake 30 min. Remove foil and bake another 15-30 min for crusty top. Or cover with foil and chill overnight in fridge. Morning, bake 30 min covered, remove foil, continue to bake 30 additional minutes.SERVE with maple syrup, fruit compote, fresh fruit, whip cream.Optional Add In’s:Protein powderChocolate or butterscotch chipsFruit jam spoonful’sCream cheese chunksPecansOptional Topping:Powdered sugar on top after bakingFor the overnight oats, use rolled oats, not quick oats or steel cut. https://www.loveandlemons.com/overnight-oats-recipe/If there are recipes you want us to try or questions you want to ask, email us at [email protected] the ShowIf you loved this episode, please follow the podcast, leave a review, and share it with a friend who loves to cook. It helps our little cooking club grow and keeps us inspired to bring you more recipes each month!  Thank you for your support!DisclaimerEveryday Cooks Recipe Club is a podcast for home cooks who love exploring new recipes and sharing the experience. We feature recipes from talented chefs, cookbook authors, and food creators, always giving full credit to the original source. We do not claim ownership of these recipes, and we encourage listeners to support the chefs by purchasing their cookbooks or visiting their websites or social channels. For copyright reasons, we do not share full recipes in our show notes. Instead, we talk about our own cooking experiences, tips, and takeaways.CreditOriginal Music by Matthew J. SmithRecipe Testers are Matt, Ryan, Matt and Cameron

In this episode of Everyday Cooks Recipe Club, Stephanie walks us through how to make chili lime seasoned pistachios. This is an easy recipe that doesn’t take long and really adds flavor to this snack.  In this episode, we talk about:The base recipe for making seasoned pistachiosHow Stephanie customizes the recipeIdeas for turning the seasoned pistachios into a holiday giftWe’d love to hear about how you make seasoned nuts or even your chex mix recipe! Resources & Linkshttps://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/food-network-kitchen/chili-lime-roasted-pistachios-20634584If there are recipes you want us to try or questions you want to ask, email us at [email protected] the ShowIf you loved this episode, please follow the podcast, leave a review, and share it with a friend who loves to cook. It helps our little cooking club grow and keeps us inspired to bring you more recipes each month!  Thank you for your support!DisclaimerEveryday Cooks Recipe Club is a podcast for home cooks who love exploring new recipes and sharing the experience. We feature recipes from talented chefs, cookbook authors, and food creators, always giving full credit to the original source. We do not claim ownership of these recipes, and we encourage listeners to support the chefs by purchasing their cookbooks or visiting their websites or social channels. For copyright reasons, we do not share full recipes in our show notes. Instead, we talk about our own cooking experiences, tips, and takeaways.CreditOriginal Music by Matthew J. SmithThank you to our favorite recipe testers: Matt, Ryan, Matt and Cameron

In this episode of Everyday Cooks Recipe Club, Stephanie and Kelly go back to the crock pot to test another recipe.  This time they are making dinner.  In this episode, we talk about:10 Crock Pot tips for the best experienceWe review the Beef and Bean Chili recipe below Stephanie gives us a bonus idea of cooking a whole chicken in the crock potHow each of us prepared the meal (and where we improvised!)Our honest thoughts on flavor, texture, and whether it’s worth making againResources & Linkshttps://www.simplyrecipes.com/recipes/slow_cooker_beef_and_bean_chili/Here are crock pot tips for beginners:Don’t Overfill It - Aim to fill the crock pot ½ to ⅔ full. Overfilling can cause uneven cooking, and under-filling can make food cook too fast.Layer Ingredients Wisely - Heavier, tougher ingredients (like root vegetables and meats) should go on the bottom, closest to the heat source. Lighter ingredients go on top.Brown Meat for Better Flavor (Optional) - While you can throw raw meat straight in, searing it first adds richer flavor and better texture. Keep the Lid Closed - Every time you open the lid, you lose heat and add 15–30 minutes to the cooking time. Peek only when necessary.Use the Right Amount of Liquid - Crock pots don’t let moisture escape. Use less liquid than you would on the stove—usually 1 cup or less unless you’re making soup.Choose “Low and Slow” When Possible - Most dishes turn out more tender and flavorful when cooked on Low for 6–8 hours vs. High for 3–4 hours.Add Dairy and Fresh Herbs at the End - Milk, cream, cheese, and fresh herbs can curdle or lose flavor if cooked too long. Stir them in during the last 15–30 minutes.Use Cheaper Cuts of Meat - The slow cooker excels with budget-friendly cuts like chuck roast, pork shoulder, chicken thighs. They become super tender with long cooking.Prep Ahead to Save Time - Chop veggies, measure spices, or assemble entire freezer-to-crock-pot bags the night before for easy morning cooking.Clean Up Easily - Use crock pot liners or fill the pot with warm soapy water right after dinner to avoid stuck-on food.If there are recipes you want us to try or questions you want to ask, email us at [email protected] the ShowIf you loved this episode, please follow the podcast, leave a review, and share it with a friend who loves to cook. It helps our little cooking club grow and keeps us inspired to bring you more recipes each month!  Thank you for your support!DisclaimerEveryday Cooks Recipe Club is a podcast for home cooks who love exploring new recipes and sharing the experience. We feature recipes from talented chefs, cookbook authors, and food creators, always giving full credit to the original source. We do not claim ownership of these recipes, and we encourage listeners to support the chefs by purchasing their cookbooks or visiting their websites or social channels. For copyright reasons, we do not share full recipes in our show notes. Instead, we talk about our own cooking experiences, tips, and takeaways.CreditOriginal Music by Matthew J. SmithRecipe Testers are Matt, Ryan, Matt and Cameron

In this episode of Everyday Cooks Recipe Club, Kelly goes back to Salmon 101.  Should Kelly bake, pan fry or grill her salmon fillet?  Will it be delicious or dry? And can she challenge Stephanie with a new method to cook salmon - poached?  Follow along as Kelly finds out if she can or cannot cook fish!In this episode, we talk about:Kelly’s desire to cook delicious fish at homeA few salmon recipes to choose fromPlus a few side dish recipes to serve with the salmonHow each of us prepared the meal (and where we improvised!)Our honest thoughts on flavor, texture, and whether it’s worth making againResources & Linkshttps://sallysbakingaddiction.com/honey-garlic-salmon/https://www.foxandbriar.com/garlic-butter-baked-salmon/https://www.livinglou.com/poached-salmon-in-curried-coconut-milk/https://www.twopeasandtheirpod.com/cucumber-avocado-crispy-chickpea-salad/https://cookieandkate.com/honey-mustard-brussels-sprout-slaw/If there are recipes you want us to try or questions you want to ask, email us at [email protected] the ShowIf you loved this episode, please follow the podcast, leave a review, and share it with a friend who loves to cook. It helps our little cooking club grow and keeps us inspired to bring you more recipes each month!  Thank you for your support!DisclaimerEveryday Cooks Recipe Club is a podcast for home cooks who love exploring new recipes and sharing the experience. We feature recipes from talented chefs, cookbook authors, and food creators, always giving full credit to the original source. We do not claim ownership of these recipes, and we encourage listeners to support the chefs by purchasing their cookbooks or visiting their websites or social channels. For copyright reasons, we do not share full recipes in our show notes. Instead, we talk about our own cooking experiences, tips, and takeaways.CreditOriginal Music by Matthew J. SmithRecipe Testers are Matt, Ryan, Matt and Cameron

In this episode of Everyday Cooks Recipe Club, Stephanie and Kelly help you come up with ideas on how to breathe new life into your Thanksgiving dinner leftovers. Find out how to make your leftovers appealing again, after you have had that second or third plate and you don’t think you can do it again! In this episode, we talk about:Two ways to make turkey pot pieKFC inspired turkey bowlsA delicious ham and bean dish made in the Instant Pot A recipe for creamy ham and broccoli soupA brainstorm on other uses for your leftover turkeyResources & LinksHere is the soup recipe Kelly talks about in the episode, but she always doubles the recipe.  This is also one of those recipes that you can “eyeball” and you don’t need to strictly follow the quantities.  So make it how you want! Creamy Ham and Broccoli Soup4 t butter4 t flour1 can chicken broth or stock1 c chopped broccoli2 T chopped onion1 c chopped ham⅛ tsp fresh thyme¾ shredded swiss cheeseChop your broccoli and ham and put to the side.  Prepare your thyme and swiss cheese if you didn’t buy shredded swiss cheese.  Melt your butter in a sauce pan and mix in the flour to incorporate.  Slowly stir in the chicken broth (or stock).  Bring to a boil (about 2 minutes).  Stir in broccoli and onion. Then add the ham.  Stir in the cream and thyme.  The last step is to stir in the swiss cheese.  https://www.delish.com/cooking/menus/g3058/7-genius-ways-to-use-thanksgiving-leftovers/https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/holidays/thanksgiving-ideas/g1471/leftover-turkey-recipes/Support the ShowIf you loved this episode, please follow the podcast, leave a review, and share it with a friend who loves to cook. It helps our little cooking club grow and keeps us inspired to bring you more recipes each month!  Thank you for your support!DisclaimerEveryday Cooks Recipe Club is a podcast for home cooks who love exploring new recipes and sharing the experience. We feature recipes from talented chefs, cookbook authors, and food creators, always giving full credit to the original source. We do not claim ownership of these recipes, and we encourage listeners to support the chefs by purchasing their cookbooks or visiting their websites or social channels. For copyright reasons, we do not share full recipes in our show notes. Instead, we talk about our own cooking experiences, tips, and takeaways.CreditOriginal Music by Matthew J. SmithRecipe Testers are Matt, Ryan, Matt and Cameron

In this episode of Everyday Cooks Recipe Club, Stephanie walks us through how to pickle onions. This is an easy recipe that doesn’t take long and really adds flavor to many of your dishes.  In this episode, we talk about:The the base recipe for picklingHow Stephanie customizes the recipeIdeas for what to put the picked onions onWe’d love to hear about what you are pickling! Resources & Linkshttps://www.katieleebiegel.com/blog/ryans-pickled-onionsIf there are recipes you want us to try or questions you want to ask, email us at [email protected] the ShowIf you loved this episode, please follow the podcast, leave a review, and share it with a friend who loves to cook. It helps our little cooking club grow and keeps us inspired to bring you more recipes each month!  Thank you for your support!DisclaimerEveryday Cooks Recipe Club is a podcast for home cooks who love exploring new recipes and sharing the experience. We feature recipes from talented chefs, cookbook authors, and food creators, always giving full credit to the original source. We do not claim ownership of these recipes, and we encourage listeners to support the chefs by purchasing their cookbooks or visiting their websites or social channels. For copyright reasons, we do not share full recipes in our show notes. Instead, we talk about our own cooking experiences, tips, and takeaways.CreditOriginal Music by Matthew J. SmithThank you to our favorite recipe testers: Matt, Ryan, Matt and Cameron

In this episode of Everyday Cooks Recipe Club, Stephanie and Kelly answer a fan request.  Heather suggested we talk about a hearty soup or chilli for crock pot season.  Challenge accepted!!  In this episode, we talk about:The fundamentals of soup so you can make a soup without a recipeStephanie’s Italian Wedding Soup inspired custom recipeKelly makes creamy tortellini soup with sausage and beef taco soupHow each of us prepared the meal (and where we improvised!)Our honest thoughts on flavor, texture, and whether it’s worth making againResources & LinksFundamentals of soup summary:Liquid base (broth, stock, cream, tomato puree)Main ingredients (protein + vegetables)Thickening agent (flour/roux, cornstarch, rice, potatoes, noodles, pureed veggies)Seasonings and spices (salt, pepper, garlic, onions, thyme, rosemary, parsley, basil, oregano, lemon juice, vinegar, cumin, curry powder, paprika, chili flakes)Texture (chunky, smooth, creamy)Garnishes (croutons, fresh herbs, cream, cheese, bacon bits, scallions)https://www.thepioneerwoman.com/food-cooking/recipes/a40810110/italian-wedding-soup-recipe/https://www.cookingclassy.com/italian-wedding-soup/https://www.cookingclassy.com/meatball-recipe/https://familystylefood.com/classic-italian-meatballs-2/https://www.aheadofthyme.com/https://www.aheadofthyme.com/creamy-tortellini-soup-with-sausage/https://www.aheadofthyme.com/beef-taco-soup/If there are recipes you want us to try or questions you want to ask, email us at [email protected] the ShowIf you loved this episode, please follow the podcast, leave a review, and share it with a friend who loves to cook. It helps our little cooking club grow and keeps us inspired to bring you more recipes each month!  Thank you for your support!DisclaimerEveryday Cooks Recipe Club is a podcast for home cooks who love exploring new recipes and sharing the experience. We feature recipes from talented chefs, cookbook authors, and food creators, always giving full credit to the original source. We do not claim ownership of these recipes, and we encourage listeners to support the chefs by purchasing their cookbooks or visiting their websites or social channels. For copyright reasons, we do not share full recipes in our show notes. Instead, we talk about our own cooking experiences, tips, and takeaways.CreditOriginal Music by Matthew J. SmithRecipe Testers are Matt, Ryan, Matt and Cameron

In this episode of Everyday Cooks Recipe Club, Stephanie and Kelly discuss four ideas you could make for food gifts you give during the holidays. They talk about how fun it was to spend the day baking and creating these gifts. Check out these easy and delicious recipes fit for a gift!In this episode, we talk about:An easy bread recipe from Jenny JonesWhat compound butter is and how easy it is to makeHow to make a charcuterie in a jarHomemade vanilla extractResources & LinksBreadhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I0t8ZAhb8lQCompound Butterhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bYKsaDc8qw4https://pantrytotable.com/compound-butter/https://www.thepioneerwoman.com/food-cooking/recipes/a88011/how-to-make-compound-butter-recipes/These charcuterie recipes are different from what we made, but are similar.https://www.youtube.com/shorts/tucuFb4S1qwhttps://www.tiktok.com/@lorimom2boys/video/7450899201795444011Vanillahttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sgCytb1Mhyshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DcCm11Pp9rsIf there are recipes you want us to try or questions you want to ask, email us at [email protected] the ShowIf you loved this episode, please follow the podcast, leave a review, and share it with a friend who loves to cook. It helps our little cooking club grow and keeps us inspired to bring you more recipes each month!  Thank you for your support!DisclaimerEveryday Cooks Recipe Club is a podcast for home cooks who love exploring new recipes and sharing the experience. We feature recipes from talented chefs, cookbook authors, and food creators, always giving full credit to the original source. We do not claim ownership of these recipes, and we encourage listeners to support the chefs by purchasing their cookbooks or visiting their websites or social channels. For copyright reasons, we do not share full recipes in our show notes. Instead, we talk about our own cooking experiences, tips, and takeaways.CreditOriginal Music by Matthew J. SmithRecipe Testers are Matt, Ryan, Matt and Cameron

In this episode of Everyday Cooks Recipe Club, Stephanie taps into a trending recipe: Dense Bean Salad.  This versatile recipe is packed with protein and flavor!  It is so easy to make and one batch makes a lot!In this episode, we talk about:Why Stephanie chose this recipeWhat ingredients go in the dish; you probably have most of it in your pantry!How each of us prepared the meal (and where we improvised!)Our honest thoughts on flavor, texture, and whether it’s worth making againHow easy it is to make a dense bean salad with the flavors you are craving.Resources & Linkshttps://www.instagram.com/reel/DHSd0isOVMk/?igsh=MWs0Y2Mzajk3eXQxbA==https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=efRyUK0oRyMhttps://www.allrecipes.com/steak-chimichurri-dense-bean-salad-recipe-11689874If there are recipes you want us to try or questions you want to ask, email us at [email protected] the ShowIf you loved this episode, please follow the podcast, leave a review, and share it with a friend who loves to cook. It helps our little cooking club grow and keeps us inspired to bring you more recipes each month!  Thank you for your support!DisclaimerEveryday Cooks Recipe Club is a podcast for home cooks who love exploring new recipes and sharing the experience. We feature recipes from talented chefs, cookbook authors, and food creators, always giving full credit to the original source. We do not claim ownership of these recipes, and we encourage listeners to support the chefs by purchasing their cookbooks or visiting their websites or social channels. For copyright reasons, we do not share full recipes in our show notes. Instead, we talk about our own cooking experiences, tips, and takeaways.CreditOriginal Music by Matthew J. SmithRecipe Testers are Matt, Ryan, Matt and Cameron

In this episode of Everyday Cooks Recipe Club, we take a break from cooking and talk about which wines we are currently drinking. Stephanie and Kelly each tell us about one wine that you will find in their kitchen right now. This is a quick and fun conversation that might come in handy.  In this episode, we talk about:Avaline WineCalifornia Dream WineChoosing a bottle of wine based on a feelingSpicing up your wine by adding a jalapeno sliceWe’d love to hear about what you are drinking! Resources & Linkshttps://drinkavaline.com/https://www.tfewines.com/brands/california-dream/https://www.somegoodcleanfun.com/non-alcoholic-wine/best-non-alcoholic-red-wines-2025https://www.reversewinesnob.com/search/label/canned-wine/https://www.reversewinesnob.com/search/label/box-wine/If there are recipes you want us to try or questions you want to ask, email us at [email protected] the ShowIf you loved this episode, please follow the podcast, leave a review, and share it with a friend who loves to cook. It helps our little cooking club grow and keeps us inspired to bring you more recipes each month!  Thank you for your support!DisclaimerEveryday Cooks Recipe Club is a podcast for home cooks who love exploring new recipes and sharing the experience. We feature recipes from talented chefs, cookbook authors, and food creators, always giving full credit to the original source. We do not claim ownership of these recipes, and we encourage listeners to support the chefs by purchasing their cookbooks or visiting their websites or social channels. For copyright reasons, we do not share full recipes in our show notes. Instead, we talk about our own cooking experiences, tips, and takeaways.CreditOriginal Music by Matthew J. SmithThank you to our favorite recipe testers: Matt, Ryan, Matt and Cameron

In this episode of Everyday Cooks Recipe Club, Kelly brings a comfort food recipe for us to cook.  Picadillo de Papa is a Costa Rican dish, but other Latin American cultures have their version.  Your family will love this meat and potatoes dish!In this episode, we talk about:Why Kelly chose this recipeWhat ingredients go in the dishHow each of us prepared the meal (and where we improvised!)Our honest thoughts on flavor, texture, and whether it’s worth making againResources & LinksIf there are recipes you want us to try or questions you want to ask, email us at [email protected] the ShowIf you loved this episode, please follow the podcast, leave a review, and share it with a friend who loves to cook. It helps our little cooking club grow and keeps us inspired to bring you more recipes each month!  Thank you for your support!DisclaimerEveryday Cooks Recipe Club is a podcast for home cooks who love exploring new recipes and sharing the experience. We feature recipes from talented chefs, cookbook authors, and food creators, always giving full credit to the original source. We do not claim ownership of these recipes, and we encourage listeners to support the chefs by purchasing their cookbooks or visiting their websites or social channels. For copyright reasons, we do not share full recipes in our show notes. Instead, we talk about our own cooking experiences, tips, and takeaways.CreditOriginal Music by Matthew J. SmithRecipe Testers are Matt, Ryan, Matt and Cameron

In this episode of Everyday Cooks Recipe Club, Kelly talks about an easy way to start your day with 50 grams of protein. Learn her formula for making delicious smoothies and see how easy it is to personalize it for you.  In this episode, we talk about:The 4 components of a good smoothieHow you can’t make a bad smoothieWhy you might want to start your day with a smoothieWe’d love to hear how you make your smoothies! Resources & LinksIf there are recipes you want us to try or questions you want to ask, email us at [email protected] the ShowIf you loved this episode, please follow the podcast, leave a review, and share it with a friend who loves to cook. It helps our little cooking club grow and keeps us inspired to bring you more recipes each month!  Thank you for your support!DisclaimerEveryday Cooks Recipe Club is a podcast for home cooks who love exploring new recipes and sharing the experience. We feature recipes from talented chefs, cookbook authors, and food creators, always giving full credit to the original source. We do not claim ownership of these recipes, and we encourage listeners to support the chefs by purchasing their cookbooks or visiting their websites or social channels. For copyright reasons, we do not share full recipes in our show notes. Instead, we talk about our own cooking experiences, tips, and takeaways.CreditOriginal Music by Matthew J. SmithThank you to our favorite recipe testers: Matt, Ryan, Matt and Cameron

In this episode of Everyday Cooks Recipe Club, Stephanie layers the flavors in this crowd favorite: Tacos. Follow along as we make fish tacos with roasted cauliflower. This dish is fresh, healthy and easy to prepare. You will want to add it to your regular rotation.  In this episode, we talk about:Why Stephanie chose this recipeWhat kind of fish we used and how we prepared itRoasting cauliflower - if you aren’t doing this, you are missing out! How each of us prepared the meal (and where we improvised!)Our honest thoughts on flavor, texture, and whether it’s worth making againResources & Linkshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CPFxcByLeYEhttps://preppykitchen.com/fish-tacos/https://natashaskitchen.com/fish-tacos-recipe/https://natashaskitchen.com/roasted-cauliflower/If there are recipes you want us to try or questions you want to ask, email us at [email protected] the ShowIf you loved this episode, please follow the podcast, leave a review, and share it with a friend who loves to cook. It helps our little cooking club grow and keeps us inspired to bring you more recipes each month!  Thank you for your support!DisclaimerEveryday Cooks Recipe Club is a podcast for home cooks who love exploring new recipes and sharing the experience. We feature recipes from talented chefs, cookbook authors, and food creators, always giving full credit to the original source. We do not claim ownership of these recipes, and we encourage listeners to support the chefs by purchasing their cookbooks or visiting their websites or social channels. For copyright reasons, we do not share full recipes in our show notes. Instead, we talk about our own cooking experiences, tips, and takeaways.CreditOriginal Music by Matthew J. SmithRecipe Testers are Matt, Ryan, Matt and Cameron

In this episode of Everyday Cooks Recipe Club, Kelly talks about a healthy and versatile dish she often makes: baked apples.  This dish couldn’t be easier to make and the baked apples can be used as a snack, on pancakes or even on top of ice cream.  In this episode, we talk about:How you can prepare this dish in 5-7 minutesThe various mix-ins you can addThe different ways you can serve this dishYou can make this dish spicy or sweet, but it is one your family will love and you will feel good about feeding it to your family. The best part is you can make this dish in real life faster than you can listen to this episode! Resources & LinksIf there are recipes you want us to try or questions you want to ask, email us at [email protected] the ShowIf you loved this episode, please follow the podcast, leave a review, and share it with a friend who loves to cook. It helps our little cooking club grow and keeps us inspired to bring you more recipes each month!  Thank you for your support!DisclaimerEveryday Cooks Recipe Club is a podcast for home cooks who love exploring new recipes and sharing the experience. We feature recipes from talented chefs, cookbook authors, and food creators, always giving full credit to the original source. We do not claim ownership of these recipes, and we encourage listeners to support the chefs by purchasing their cookbooks or visiting their websites or social channels. For copyright reasons, we do not share full recipes in our show notes. Instead, we talk about our own cooking experiences, tips, and takeaways.CreditOriginal Music by Matthew J. SmithThank you to our favorite recipe testers: Matt, Ryan, Matt and Cameron

In this episode of Everyday Cooks Recipe Club, Kelly creates a meal around a recipe from The Vegan Chinese Kitchen by Hannah Che. Turns out, she had no idea how controversial her choice of Sichuan-Style Peppercorn Steak was!  In this episode, we talk about:How Kelly chose this recipeWhy Stephanie almost quit the clubWhat it was like shopping for all the ingredientsHow each of us prepared the meal (and where we improvised!)Our honest thoughts on flavor, texture, and whether it’s worth making againThese recipes were heavy on ingredients but you’ll want to cook along with us this month as we take on a different interpretation of steak and potatoes!The Spicy Dry-Fried Potato recipe can be found in Hannah Che’s cookbook The Vegan Chinese Kitchen. We highly recommend checking it out anywhere books are sold.Resources & Linkshttps://theplantbasedwok.com/If there are recipes you want us to try or questions you want to ask, email us at [email protected] the ShowIf you loved this episode, please follow the podcast, leave a review, and share it with a friend who loves to cook. It helps our little cooking club grow and keeps us inspired to bring you more recipes each month!  Thank you for your support!DisclaimerEveryday Cooks Recipe Club is a podcast for home cooks who love exploring new recipes and sharing the experience. We feature recipes from talented chefs, cookbook authors, and food creators, always giving full credit to the original source. We do not claim ownership of these recipes, and we encourage listeners to support the chefs by purchasing their cookbooks or visiting their websites or social channels. For copyright reasons, we do not share full recipes in our show notes. Instead, we talk about our own cooking experiences, tips, and takeaways.CreditOriginal Music by Matthew J. SmithRecipe Testers are Matt, Ryan, Matt and Cameron

In our first Tool Time Tuesday Gadget Review on Everyday Cooks Recipe Club, Stephanie gives us a review of three kitchen gadgets she has been using: an Egg Slicer, a Tofu Press and her Wok. In this episode, we talk about:The pros and cons of a 3 way egg slicerHow to use a tofu press and why you might want oneWhat to look for when purchasing a wokIf you’re curious if these kitchen gadgets are worth the money and space in your kitchen, tune it to get the scoop.  Resources & Linkshttps://www.youtube.com/c/SoupedUpRecipeshttps://www.saveur.com/shop/best-woks/https://www.foodandwine.com/best-woks-7973555https://www.eater.com/22325618/tofu-press-tool-drainer-reviewIf there are recipes you want us to try or questions you want to ask, email us at [email protected] the ShowIf you loved this episode, please follow the podcast, leave a review, and share it with a friend who loves to cook. It helps our little cooking club grow and keeps us inspired to bring you more recipes each month!  Thank you for your support!DisclaimerEveryday Cooks Recipe Club is a podcast for home cooks who love exploring new recipes and sharing the experience. We feature recipes from talented chefs, cookbook authors, and food creators, always giving full credit to the original source. We do not claim ownership of these recipes, and we encourage listeners to support the chefs by purchasing their cookbooks or visiting their websites or social channels. For copyright reasons, we do not share full recipes in our show notes. Instead, we talk about our own cooking experiences, tips, and takeaways.CreditOriginal Music by Matthew J. SmithRecipe Testers are Matt, Ryan, Matt and Cameron

In this episode of Everyday Cooks Recipe Club, Kelly and Stephanie walk you through how to buy, prepare and make Colorado Green Chili, a cultural staple. It’s hatch green chili season, so let's get cookin!In this episode, we talk about:Our connection to Colorado Green ChiliHow to buy green chiliWhat to do with all your green chili once you get homeGreat ways to use green chili in your everyday recipes.  If you’ve ever been curious about buying freshly roasted green chili from a roadside vendor, join us for this conversation!Resources & LinksIf there are recipes you want us to try or questions you want to ask, email us at [email protected] the ShowIf you loved this episode, please follow the podcast, leave a review, and share it with a friend who loves to cook. It helps our little cooking club grow and keeps us inspired to bring you more recipes each month!  Thank you for your support!DisclaimerEveryday Cooks Recipe Club is a podcast for home cooks who love exploring new recipes and sharing the experience. We feature recipes from talented chefs, cookbook authors, and food creators, always giving full credit to the original source. We do not claim ownership of these recipes, and we encourage listeners to support the chefs by purchasing their cookbooks or visiting their websites or social channels. For copyright reasons, we do not share full recipes in our show notes. Instead, we talk about our own cooking experiences, tips, and takeaways.CreditOriginal Music by Matthew J. SmithThank you to our favorite recipe testers: Matt, Ryan, Matt and Cameron

Episode DescriptionIn this episode of Everyday Cooks Recipe Club, Kelly talks about her trip to the Farmer’s Market.  She comes up with a unique recipe idea when she meets a mushroom vendor.  In this episode, we talk about:Kelly’s visit with a mushroom vendor at the Farmer’s MarketUsing ChatGPT as your researcher  Our honest thoughts on how an impromptu recipe worked outYou have probably never thought about mushroom taco meat, but we'll explain why you might want to make this recipe.  This episode is for those daring home cooks, but at the same time Kelly shows us that it’s really not that risky to try something unusual.Resources & LinksThis article walks us through a variety of mushrooms. https://www.countryliving.com/food-drinks/g29993727/types-of-mushrooms/If there are recipes you want us to try or questions you want to ask, email us at [email protected] the ShowIf you loved this episode, please follow the podcast, leave a review, and share it with a friend who loves to cook. It helps our little cooking club grow and keeps us inspired to bring you more recipes each month!  Thank you for your support!DisclaimerEveryday Cooks Recipe Club is a podcast for home cooks who love exploring new recipes and sharing the experience. We feature recipes from talented chefs, cookbook authors, and food creators, always giving full credit to the original source. We do not claim ownership of these recipes, and we encourage listeners to support the chefs by purchasing their cookbooks or visiting their websites or social channels. For copyright reasons, we do not share full recipes in our show notes. Instead, we talk about our own cooking experiences, tips, and takeaways.CreditOriginal Music by Matthew J. SmithThank you to our favorite recipe testers: Matt, Ryan, Matt and Cameron

Episode DescriptionIn this inaugural episode of Everyday Cooks Recipe Club, Kelly and Stephanie head into the kitchen with a bright, zesty recipe from Nini Nguyen’s cookbook Dac Biet. Stephanie chose lemongrass-marinated pork chops.In this episode, we talk about:Why we chose this recipeWhat it was like shopping for fresh lemongrass and the other key ingredientsHow each of us prepared the pork chops (and where we improvised!)Our honest thoughts on flavor, texture, and whether it’s worth making againIf you’ve ever been curious about cooking with lemongrass or you’re just looking for a fresh twist on pork chops, you’ll want to cook along with us this month!The full recipe can be found in Nini Nguyen’s cookbook Dac Biet.  We highly recommend checking it out anywhere books are sold.Resources & LinksWatch this interview with Nini Nguyen to see how she makes this recipe. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BY2vz3o_TTUhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WiMkAy_9kWEIf there are recipes you want us to try or questions you want to ask, email us at [email protected] the ShowIf you loved this episode, please follow the podcast, leave a review, and share it with a friend who loves to cook. It helps our little cooking club grow and keeps us inspired to bring you more recipes each month!  Thank you for your support!DisclaimerEveryday Cooks Recipe Club is a podcast for home cooks who love exploring new recipes and sharing the experience. We feature recipes from talented chefs, cookbook authors, and food creators, always giving full credit to the original source. We do not claim ownership of these recipes, and we encourage listeners to support the chefs by purchasing their cookbooks or visiting their websites or social channels. For copyright reasons, we do not share full recipes in our show notes. Instead, we talk about our own cooking experiences, tips, and takeaways.CreditOriginal Music by Matthew J. SmithThank you to our favorite recipe testers: Matt, Ryan, Matt and Cameron

Welcome to the Everyday Cooks Recipe Club!Food is part of our everyday lives — from quick microwave meals to gourmet spreads, it connects us, inspires us, and keeps life delicious. That’s why we started the Everyday Cooks Recipe Club podcast - to talk about the food we make as well as the food we wish we could make. Kelly is a home cook who’s learning to take more risks in the kitchen. Co-host Stephanie has been a natural in the kitchen for years — adventurous, creative, and seriously talented. Together, we’ve turned our love of cooking into a club where each month one of the hosts picks a recipe, we both cook it, and then share the real story of how it went.In this podcast, you’ll hear: Honest cooking wins (and fails) from our own kitchens What it’s really like to shop for and cook each month’s recipe Tips, tricks, and ideas you can try at home A welcoming, no-pressure cooking community you can be part ofSubscribe now and join us each Tuesday for recipe reviews, quick cooking tips, and plenty of foodie fun. Let’s get cooking!Resources & LinksDon’t miss an episode! Follow and review the show wherever you listen to podcasts!Email us at: [email protected] Music by Matthew J. Smith