Embark on a culinary journey with host Megan O’Donnell as we dive into the world of home cooking! In each episode, we explore essential techniques and discover unique flavors that will empower you in the kitchen. Join us as we share tips on reducing food waste and saving money, making your cooking experience both sustainable and budget-friendly.
Whether you’re a seasoned chef or just starting out, this podcast is perfect for anyone passionate about food who wants to elevate their cooking skills to the next level.
New episodes are released every Monday, so subscribe now so you don't miss an episode!
Be sure to follow Megan on social media to keep up with her foodie adventures @meganthepodcaster
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Embark on a culinary journey with host Megan O’Donnell as we dive into the world of home cooking! In each episode, we explore essential techniques and discover unique flavors that will empower you in the kitchen. Join us as we share tips on reducing food waste and saving money, making your cooking experience both sustainable and budget-friendly.
Whether you’re a seasoned chef or just starting out, this podcast is perfect for anyone passionate about food who wants to elevate their cooking skills to the next level.
New episodes are released every Monday, so subscribe now so you don't miss an episode!
Be sure to follow Megan on social media to keep up with her foodie adventures @meganthepodcaster
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This week, we’re diving into the unforgettable omelet from Season 2 of “The Bear.” YES, CHEF!!! All you need are some fresh eggs, crumbly Boursin cheese, and a handful of crunchy chips. Make this omelet and let me know what you think :)
Link to the episode of The Bear HERE!
Be sure to follow me on Instagram + TikTok at @meganthehomecook to follow my foodie adventures!
Tune in every Monday for new episodes!
Xx
Megan
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This week's episode is all about the famous tuna tostadas from Gabriela Cámara's Mexico City restaurant, Contramar! We'll need some fresh tuna, corn tortillas, a little chipotle mayo & a few fried leeks to achieve this fabulous dish!
Link to Gabriela's book HERE!
Link to recipe HERE!
Whether you're a seasoned cook or a culinary novice, this episode is packed with inspiration for your next meal. Tune in and get ready to make some tasty tostadas!
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This weeks episode is making an Aspargus Gruyere Tart! Even the most amateur of home chefs knows that Asparagus is a spring veggie that - TBH off season is quite bland, so practice patience and wait to indulge in asparagus during its proper season- you’ll also notice how much more affordable it is during the spring time. In season asparagus is a very sweet vegetable & it begins to lose the sweetness once it’s harvested, so fresh is always best here - if you have access to a farmers market head there when you can & indulge in the highest quality you can find.
Link to recipe - https://www.instagram.com/p/C1FKlW6s5We/?hl=en
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Today’s episode is all about Chicken Au Poivre. You may be familiar with the iconic french dish, Steak Au Poivre, which is traditionally a filet mignon coated with coarsely cracked peppercorns smothered in a lovely delicate cream sauce, but today we will be REMIXING the classic with chicken instead of Steak.
Of course, we love steak here at the home cooks guide, but with the rising cost of beef as well as the negative health ramifications from eating too much beef, we will be swapping the filet mignon for a humble chicken leg.
Link to recipe - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jEYN3Ek9J44
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Megs
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This episode about is all about the la scala chopped salad, which for normal people it's basically an ice berg lettuce salad, with some yummy fixins and topped of with chickpeas marinated in a fabulous dressing.
La Scala is a restaurant in Beverly Hills, California that opened in 1956 by Jean Leon, a french chef who heads to Lala land to make overpriced famous salads. This restaurant was a hotspot for whos whos in hollywood - the lore has it that Jean Leon delivered dinner from La Scala to Marilyn Monroe on the evening she passed away, that James Dean was a financial backer of the restaurant and he supposedly the exclusive caterer for Elizabeth Taylor’s while was shooting Cleopatra. More relevant stars like Kim Kardashian and Leonardo DeCaprio are fans of this salad and naturally Kim’s mention of this salad helped propel into the highest echelon of esteemed salads!
Link for dressing - https://www.goodfoodstl.com/2021/02/chopped-salad/
Salad ingredients - https://gabriellaquille.com/la-scala-chopped-salad/
Mezzaluna Knife - https://southernseason.com/products/mamma-marias-rocking-chopper-knife
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As most home cooks know (or maybe dont know), a black bean burger can very quickly turn into a mushy lump of black mess on a bun & most black bean burger recipes i've made have been trash - UNTIL NOW. Kenji's recipe to a black bean burger solves all of your black bean burger issue!
There must be the general disclaimer like any recipe, this is not a beef burger, so it won't taste like beef, but lean into trying something new and enjoy the feeling of not having a gnarly stomach ache after dinner.
Kenji Lopez Alt's Black Bean Recipe - https://www.seriouseats.com/the-best-black-bean-burger-recipe
Chipotle Mayo - https://www.seriouseats.com/sauced-chipotle-mayonnaise-recipe
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On today’s ep, we are making a dish that is not only deeply flavorful and a visual masterpiece, but it has such an elegant presentation that is only meant for the highest caliber of guests. HERB CRUSTED LAMB CHOPS!
If you're new to eating lamb in general, then welcome to the party! Lamb has a delicate, subtle gamey flavor and is a common alternative to beef. It typically has less marbling, which means less fat and more nutrients, such as zinc, iron, and vitamin B12. Health and wellness, baby!
Link to the recipe - https://www.keyingredient.com/recipes/983210/gordon-ramsays-herb-crusted-rack-of-lamb/
Link to an example of Frenching a rack of lamb - https://www.simplyrecipes.com/recipes/how_to_french_a_rack_of_lamb/
This to me is a dinner that you'd make for your boss who is coming to your house after you receive a life changing promotion. I’m still waiting for that life changing promotion to happen for me, but when it does by golly i’m inviting my boss over for some herby lamb chops!
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xx
Megs
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This our Valentine's Day episode all about LOVEEE - and that is my LOVE for ROASTING CHICKENS. The home cooks guide is coming in hot to save your valentines dinner from being bland and boring to something sexy and fun. I’m not sure if other people think roasted chicken is sexy, but I sure do.
We will be making Ina Garten's “Engagement chicken” which is just a silly name for a simple roasted chicken served along with a silky onion lemon gravy.
Link to the recipe - https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/ina-garten/engagement-roast-chicken-recipe-1948980
Link to carving a chicken - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=owUitkVtubk
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Amp up your Super Bowl meals with a personal Frito Pies for your guests! A Frito Pie isn’t exactly a savory PIE like a chicken pot pie (LISTEN HERE!), but a Frito Pie it’s basically just a serving of beef and bean chili over a individual bag of crunchy Fritos topped with a mountain of toppings like cheddar cheese, maybe a lil guacamole, maybe a dollop of daisy - the possibilities are endless. This dish is also ideal, because the chili can be made the day before or the morning of, so if you do plan to actually watch the game, you can quickly reheat the chili + prep your toppings without missing too much of the game.
Link to original recipe - https://www.thepioneerwoman.com/food-cooking/recipes/a10344/frito-chili-pie/
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This week's episode highlights Emily Mariko’s Salmon Rice Bowl! We loooove a viral dish, but this one takes the cake because it’s healthy, comes together quickly & encourages home cooks to try some fun new ingredients (IE - KEWPIE MAYO, FURIKAKE, KIMCHI, ETC!)! Try the recipe + let me know your thoughts!
You can find Emily's video here - https://www.tiktok.com/@emilymariko/video/7244278467280260395?lang=en
Links to fun products --
Kewpie Mayo - https://www.amazon.com/Kewpie-Mayonnaise-Japanese-Sandwich-12-Ounce/dp/B09V1KCLTX/ref=sr_1_2?crid=33947V6YRMYZV&keywords=kewpie+mayonnaise&qid=1706384636&sprefix=kewpie%2Caps%2C86&sr=8-2
Kimchi - https://www.amazon.com/Mother-Laws-Kimchi-Cabbage-House/dp/B00P2QI5Y0/ref=sr_1_10_f3_0o_fs?crid=2Y25UM40K81K6&keywords=kimchi&qid=1706384646&sprefix=kimchi%2Caps%2C81&sr=8-10
Furikake - https://www.amazon.com/Nori-Fume-Furikake-Rice-Seasoning/dp/B07WJ39MZF/ref=sr_1_5?crid=3BSCE91M1XIY5&keywords=furikake&qid=1706384676&sprefix=furi%2Caps%2C83&sr=8-5
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CRUNCHY. LIGHT. PERFECT VEAL MILANESE COOKED TO PERFECT EVERY DAMN TIME. Thanks to Anthony Bourdain’s “Appetites” - I’ve mastered my favorite veal Milanese recipe + I’m sharing the wealth on today’s episode.
PS - If you're not into eating veal, you can swap this out with chicken, pork or fish!
Link to the recipe - https://www.thehcgpodcast.com/episodes/veal-milanese
Link to Appetites - https://www.amazon.com/Appetites-Cookbook-Anthony-Bourdain/dp/0062409956
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xx
Meg
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This episode is allll about Alison Roman's famous Shallot Pasta. Pasta with a shallot sauce may not be your first choice for a pasta sauce, but this recipe is here to sway you! Give it a try + let me know what you think!
Recipe Link - https://www.alisoneroman.com/recipes/caramelized-shallot-pasta
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xx
Megan
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This week's episode highlights Shakshuka! This North African staple full of seasoned tomatoes, peppers and eggs will be a fun way to mix up your usual breakfast! Give it a try & let me know what you think!
You can find the recipe from Yotam Ottolenghi here - https://ottolenghi.co.uk/recipes/shakshuka
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This week's episode highlights a classic Chicken Pot Pie! It’s warm and creamy, it has a flaky buttery crust, and there are vegetables in it, so we can convince ourselves that it’s “healthy”. I hope you try this recipe!
You can find the recipe from Lovely Little Kitchen here - https://lovelylittlekitchen.com/chicken-pot-pie/
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Embark on a culinary journey with host Megan O’Donnell as we explore the world of home cooking. From learning essential techniques to discovering unique flavors, we'll unlock the secrets that will empower you in the kitchen. You’ll not only learn how to decrease food waste, but you’ll also pick up valuable money saving tips. This podcast is for anyone who is passionate about food and wants to take their cooking skills to the next level!
Be sure to follow on social at @thehcgpodcast :)
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