Food FAQ - Recipes for the Home Cook (The food podcast with a sense of humor)

How to make chocolate chip cookies that will bring ALL the boys to the yard- PLUS, a lazy baker’s dream recipe for birthday cake cookies! Easy summer meal ideas series

Ah, the perfect chocolate chip cookies! The holy grail of the baking world. 
 
But, have you ever tried to make homemade chocolate chip cookies and ended up with a pile of sad, crumbly mess? 
 
Fear not, Food FAQ-er! We've got some killer tips for baking cookies that will have you whipping up batches of mouthwatering treats in no time.
 
Yeah, buy what if you don’t have time to bake from scratch? No problem. We’ve got a birthday cake cookie ANYONE can bake up in no time.  
 
So, don't let the summer heat stop you from baking. Crank up the air conditioning, pour yourself a cold drink, and get to baking THE perfect chocolate chip cookies.
 
Your taste buds will thank you.
 
Let's unlock your kitchen confidence!
 Mariela & Eric
 
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Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe
 
Here’s what you need:
2 sticks salted butter, melted1 cup packed brown sugar (or make your own- listen for instructions)1 cup granulated sugar1 egg2 teaspoons vanilla extract3 teaspoons water2 1/2 cups all purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon kosher salt
2 1/2 teaspoons cornstarch 6 ounces of chocolate- cut up bars or chips (but bars are better)
 
Here’s what you do:
Melt the butter over a low heat- do not brown (unless you feel like it- it’s your cookie)
While that's going, blend sugars together in a large bowl
Pour the butter over the sugars and blend until lighter in color
Add egg, vanilla- mix another minute or 2
Add flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt,and cornstarch over the mixture- mix in gingerly using a large spoon or spatula
When most of the flour is incorporated, add the chocolate and mix it bae
Portion cookies out, a little bigger than usual, and let them sit in the fridge for 10 minutes
Space the cookies out, so you don't end up with a giant cookie…although…
Bake at 325 degrees for 6 mins
Take the pan out and bang it on a flat surface
Add a generous sprinkle of fancy salt (or kosher if that’s what you got)
Back in the oven we go! Turn up to 350 degrees for another 6-8 minutes
Take them out and let them rest
Eat one over the sink before anyone else notices what you’ve done

Dip into Summer: Deliciously easy dips for parties, including dill pickle dip and refried bean dip! Easy summer meal ideas series

Looking for some fresh and flavorful summer dips to impress your guests at your next party? Look no further!
 
Our collection of easy dips for parties includes everything from classic tzatziki sauce, a tangy fruit dip, a refried bean dip, AND a creamy pimento cheese spread recipe.
 
For those seeking a lighter option, try our labneh dip - a Middle Eastern staple made from strained yogurt that's packed with protein and probiotics.
 
These summer dips are perfect for snacking on a hot day and will keep your guests coming back for more.
 
Whether you're hosting a backyard BBQ or a poolside soiree, our dips for parties are sure to be a hit.
 
So grab your veggies, crackers, and chips, and get ready to dive into some delicious dips that are guaranteed to make your taste buds dance.
 
Don't forget to check out our dill pickle dip and get ready to be the star of the party!
 
Let's unlock your kitchen confidence!
 
 Mariela & Eric
 
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 CLICK HERE to get our FREE “Build Your Kitchen” pdf checklist, and get all the things you need to make amazing food at home
 
 
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Ep 11 Transcripts

Irresistible no-bake summer desserts to keep you cool- from a 🍉 vodka infused watermelon recipe to how to make homemade banana pudding 🍌. Easy summer meal ideas series

Summers got us feeling like a popsicle on a hot day - cool, sweet, and absolutely delightful.
 
And, that’s why we’re serving up the sweetest and simplest no-bake summer desserts around. 
 
Get ready for a juicy episode with our vodka watermelon recipe, perfect for those hot summer days when you want something cool and refreshing. 
 
Or, if you're looking for something with a little more kick, our boozy pineapple is a surefire way to bring some fun to your summer festivities.
 
Don’t forget to gather all your necessary banana pudding ingredients, because we’ve got an amazing recipe showing you how to make banana pudding from scratch. 
 
Plus, a bonus summer trifle recipe, with a couple surprise twists.
 
Our easy summer desserts are perfect for those hot and lazy days, without compromising on taste.
 
So, sit back, relax, and let us take you on a journey through the best no-bake summer desserts. 
 
 
Let's unlock your kitchen confidence!
Mariela & Eric
 
 
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👐Stocking up your kitchen can be easy when we’re there holding your hand.
 CLICK HERE to get our FREE “Build Your Kitchen” pdf checklist, and get all the things you need to make amazing food at home
 
 
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What’s better than booze + bacon? Quick and easy brunch ideas & a bellini recipe that can sub as an easy mocktail: Easy summer meal ideas series☀️

What better way to nurse Saturday’s hangover, than brunch on Sunday?
 
I googled it, and it turns out the origins of the term “brunch” were written in an essay by Guy Beringer in 1895- and he thought this meal would brighten your day after a hard night. 
 
And, no matter what type of hangover you’re nursing, either from booze or just living life in all the wtf-ness that’s going on nowadays- brunch is always a good idea. 
 
So, thanks to Guy this salty sweet delight of a meal is continuing to fuel our easy summer recipes series. 
 
We're whipping up quick and easy brunch recipes that include how to make Spanish tortillas, and a watermelon feta salad recipe that has freshness written all over it- and several other unexpected summer recipes that you'll want to make and EAT!
 
And, let's give mimosas the day off and decide that learning how to make a peach bellini (or any other fruit for that matter) is worth our time and effort (mostly because it basically takes none).
 
So many summer brunch ideas are ahead of you! Welcome in!
 
Let's unlock your kitchen confidence!
 
 Mariela & Eric
 
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📨Email:
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👐Stocking up your kitchen can be easy when we’re there holding your hand.
 CLICK HERE to get our FREE “Build Your Kitchen” pdf checklist, and get all the things you need to make amazing food at home
 
 
❤️Leave us a voice message with ALL your questions!
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Ep 9 Transcriptions 

Summer appetizers 😎 & how to make a daiquiri 🍹 that tastes like sunshine in a glass: Easy summer meal ideas series

Are you all thirsty (and/or hungry) for summer yet? 😎
 
Good! Because we are too.
 
That’s why we decided to pair two of our favorite things…DRINKS and APPETIZERS!
 
The best part of summer entertaining is how casual, yet delicious it can be to gather and drink pink things with small bites in hand. 
 
Today, we are sharing how to make a daiquiri 🍹 that will make you swear its 1987 (in the BEST way possible), and two summer appetizer recipes you can throw together in no time- and still impress your guests. 
 
Gather round and sip some summer-in-glass drinks (including a simple mocktail recipe) and continue to enjoy our summer recipe series. 
 
Let's unlock your kitchen confidence!
Mariela & Eric
 
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👐Stocking up your kitchen can be easy when we’re there holding your hand.
Click HERE to get our FREE “Build Your Kitchen” pdf checklist, and get all the things you need to make amazing food at home
 
 
❤️Leave us a voice message with ALL your questions!
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Ep 8 Transcript 
 
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Referenced in this episode:
 
Mock cheesecake:
 
½ cup of full fat ricotta
½ cup of Greek yogurt
1 egg
🧀🍰 Whisk all ingredients together.
🧀🍰 Pour into small ramekins
🧀🍰 Air fry at 400 degrees for 14 mins, or until set.
🧀🍰 Cool at room temperature
🧀🍰 Refrigerate for at least 3 hours

Summer entertaining is upon us! How to make margaritas at home (and a simple mocktail recipe) that will WOW your guests. Easy summer meal ideas series

Yass, queen!
 
It’s getting warmer outside, and we aren't waiting for permission from the calendar to start dreaming up easy summer recipes.
 
Today, we’re sharing ideas for easy summer appetizers you can whip up in no time at all, and THE quintessential simple margarita recipe you didn't know you were missing.
 
If you broke up with alcohol- don’t worry- we’re also offering up a simple mocktail recipe that is sure to delight ALL of your guests.
 
Even if your “summer body” isn’t ready yet- round is still a shape! 
 
So, enjoy your life!
 
Let's unlock your kitchen confidence!
 
 Mariela & Eric
 
Let's Connect!
 
 
📨Email:
FoodFAQPod@gmail.com
 
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@foodfaqpodcast
 
👐Stocking up your kitchen can be easy when we’re there holding your hand.
Click HERE to get our FREE “Build Your Kitchen” pdf checklist, and get all the things you need to make amazing food at home
 
 
❤️Leave us a voice message with ALL your questions!
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Episode 7 Transcripts

The essential kitchen tools and equipment list: What you REALLY need. Kitchen Basics Series Part 5

So, you’re ready to get down and dirty in the kitchen- but do you have the equipment you need to cook it in?
 
Well, we’re here to give you real deal advice on what you need, and what you don’t. 
 
There are a ton of shiny pretty things to choose from when it comes to kitchen gear (no shame in splurging on them either)- but there’s ALOT you can do with the basic essentials we share here. 
 
Also, be sure to listen in on our easy breezy spring recipes that will carry you through the holidays effortlessly. 
 
Let's unlock your kitchen confidence!
 
Mariela & Eric
 
Lets Connect!
 
 
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👐Stocking up your kitchen can be easy when we’re there holding your hand.
Click HERE to get our FREE “Build Your Kitchen” pdf checklist, and get all the things you need to make amazing food at home
 
 
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REFERENCED IN THIS EPISODE
 
Glaze Recipe for Ham / Salmon
Bourbon 
Oranges
Orange Juice
Cinamon 
Nutmeg
Brown sugar/Honey
 
*Listen in for quantities and method
The BEST carrot cake recipe for Spring:
 
Carrot Sheet Cake with Cream Cheese Whip Recipe | Bon Appétit (bonappetit.com)
 
FOOD FAQ EP 6 transcripts

Cooking on a budget? How to up your freezer meals game using our ice-cold kitchen tips. Kitchen Basics Series Part 4.

Not having a well stocked fridge is costing you. 
There's always a better way to do things, and just like Lisa Simpson, we’re answering the question that no one asked- but SHOULD be asking: 
 
“What should you stock in your freezer?”
 
🍲Freezer meal prep saves you time.
🍲Learning HOW to stock the freezer will save you beaucoup bucks.
🍲We’re giving you all the freezer friendly meal prep tips that will make you a kitchen genius in no time.
 
Eating on a budget is more than possible when you use all the tools available to you, and today we’re giving all the kitchen tips you need to make your freezer work for you.
 
So, tap-a, tap-a, tap-a your way over here and rescue yourself from hangry meltdowns by stocking your fridge (properly), and on a budget.
 
(The Simpsons references are just an added bonus. You’re welcome.)
 
Let's unlock your kitchen confidence!
 
Mariela & Eric
 
Let's Connect!
 
 
📨Email:
FoodFAQPod@gmail.com
 
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👐Stocking up your kitchen can be easy when we’re there holding your hand.
Click HERE to get our FREE “Build Your Kitchen” pdf checklist, and get all the things you need to make amazing food at home
 
 
❤️Leave us a voice message with ALL your questions!
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Pantry staple secrets that will change EVERYTHING! Learning how to cook for beginners with ease. Kitchen Basics Series Part 3

How do low-effort, high-payoff recipes sound?
 
We’re all about making cooking easy, approachable, and fun- and this 3rd installment of our kitchen basics series is our crown jewel. 
 
Keeping pantry staples on a budget that work FOR you is the name of the game in this episode, and the tips (so many tips) we chat about today will change your approach to all things canned and/or dry.
 
This pantry items list will be as much a workhorse for you as photo shop is to ALL the Kardashians- even Khloe (remember when she was our favorite?). 
 
Let's unlock your kitchen confidence!
 
Mariela & Eric
 
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Essential spices for cooking: Discover the basics of spices and seasonings and take your kitchen skills to the next level! Kitchen Basics Series Part 2

What are the ESSENTIAL spices for cooking?
 
Using spices in cooking can be tricky if you don't know which are the best seasonings to use and when.
 
In today's episode, we’re covering THE list of common spices you should have in your kitchen to make your life easier and more delicious. 
 
Spices and seasonings need not be intimidating - and we’re showing you why (with lots of giggles along the way). 
 
Drop the bland life and come on over to our seasoning list world of joy and flavor!
 
Let's unlock your kitchen confidence!
 
Mariela & Eric
 
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Click HERE to get our FREE “Build Your Kitchen” pdf checklist, and get all the things you need to make amazing food at home
 
 
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