Food FAQ - Recipes for the Home Cook (The food podcast with a sense of humor)
Hey, FOOD FAQ-ers! š³š Ready to elevate your cooking game and create magic in your kitchen? ššļø The FOOD FAQ podcast isnāt just any old cooking show- itās your ultimate guide to food, cooking, and learning how to cook. No matter where you are on your culinary rockstar journey. š«š“ Join us, Mariela and Eric, as we demystify the secrets of delicious, guest-worthy, and budget-friendly meals, right in the comfort of your own home! šš Say goodbye to random TikTok recipes and hello to real cooking skills, and proven recipes that work every time! ššØāš³š©āš³ Weāre helping you to sharpen your kitchen intuition, forget about perfection, and explore the endless possibilities of food- in your own unique way! šš³ Weāll sautĆ© your mind and unlock your kitchen confidence together! š³š„ Listen now and become the cooking guru you were destined to be! š§š½ļø Grab your kitchen notebooks, because accessible and doable food adventures await! šš” Letās unlock your kitchen confidence! Mariela & Eric Letās Connect! šØEmail: FoodFAQPod@gmail.com š«¶Insta: @foodfaqpodcast šStocking up your kitchen can be easy when weāre there holding your hand. CLICK HERE to get our FREE āBuild Your Kitchenā pdf checklist, and get all the things you need to make amazing food at home ā¤ļøLeave us a voice message with ALL your questions! Mariela & Eric Food FAQ - Audio Messages | PodInbox šŗ You can catch us on YouTube! Food FAQ Podcast - YouTube
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Thursday Oct 10, 2024
Thursday Oct 10, 2024
Tired of the same old pumpkin spice? š„±
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Well, itās time to WAKE UP witches š§āāļø and get ready to be blown away by these pumpkin bars!
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These pumpkin bars are packed with fall dessert flavors. The best part? They're super easy to make and perfect for sharing.
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We're talking pumpkin puree, crust, crumble, and a touch of warm spices that's super easy and quick to make.Ā
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So, ditch the store-bought pumpkin desserts and make your own!Ā
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Hit play, grab your cinnamon, and let's create a fall masterpiece.
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French Onion Soup Sandwich Episode:
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EP 119 | Transcripts |Pumpkin bars recipe:šš§” Because this fall dessert is basically a vegetable, right?

Thursday Sep 19, 2024
Thursday Sep 19, 2024
Craving a pasta dish that's more than just noodles and sauce? š„±
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Our one-pot French onion pasta is here to help.
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This recipe is a total game-changer. It's packed with flavor, easy on the wallet, and comes together in one pot ā because who wants to do a bunch of dishes?Ā
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We're talking caramelized onions, creamy broth, and a touch of cheese that'll make your taste buds say Oui!. And the best part? Itās basically a āclean out your pantryā recipe!
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So, ditch the ordinary and letās try something new.
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Hit play, raid your pantry ingredients, and get ready to whip up a delicious, one-pot French onion pasta that'll have your family and guests begging for seconds!
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EP 118 | Transcripts | One pot pasta recipe š² A French onion pasta dish for when youāre craving something special. (Oh! and itās also a āraid your pantry mealā, too!)

Thursday Sep 12, 2024
Thursday Sep 12, 2024
Tired of the same ol' mushy, dusty, musty, and crusty, green beans? Weāre about to revolutionize your veggie game!
Ever felt like green beans were just a filler side dish? Today, we rethink that!Ā
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In this episode, we're diving deep into the world of green bean recipes with bacon and uncovering a whole new level of flavor.Ā
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We're talking bacon-y goodness, salty, slightly sweet, and even a sneaky way to use canned green beans that are cheap, easy &TASTY!
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Get ready to impress your guests (and yourself!) with these unique and delicious green bean recipes.Ā
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They're budget-friendly, easy to make, and perfect for any occasion (especially for Thanksgiving side dishes, if youāre thinking ahead!).
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So, hit play and let's transform your vegetable side dish game!
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EP 117 | Transcripts | Canned green beans recipe MUST TRY! (Veggie sides donāt have to suck, so hit play and get ahead on Thanksgiving side dishes now!)

Thursday Sep 05, 2024
Thursday Sep 05, 2024
Some may disagree, but as far as we're concerned, fall is HERE!
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Thatās why today, we're talking about how to make homemade cinnamon roll cake with cream cheese frosting- that's so ridiculously easy, you'll be wondering why you never thought of it before!
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Thereās no dough rolling or frosting stress ā we're keeping it simple and delicious.Ā
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This recipe uses a store-bought cake mix as a base, so you can focus on the real star of the show: the homemade cinnamon swirl filling and decadent cream cheese frosting. It's a flavor explosion that's perfect for cozy fall days (or any day you need a sweet pick-me-up!).
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Plus, this recipe is budget-friendly and can be whipped up in no time.Ā
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So, hit play, grab your cake mix, and let's create a dessert that's the equivalent to a cozy fall blanket.
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EP 116 | Transcripts | Cinnamon roll cake recipe: šLife is delicious, so make this easy fall dessert today!

Thursday Aug 29, 2024
Thursday Aug 29, 2024
Hey there, back-to-school warriors!Ā
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The season for early mornings, packed lunches, and the dreaded "What do I make for breakfast?!" panic is here!
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But fear not, because today, weāre sharing a quick, easy, and protein-packed breakfast (with an unexpected ingredient) that'll have your kids fueled and ready to conquer the day: a protein muffin recipe!
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These little powerhouses are packed with nutrients and flavor, and they're surprisingly easy to whip up.Ā
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We're talking fluffy, moist muffins that are perfect for grabbing on the go, packing for school lunches, or even freeze for later.Ā
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Plus, they're budget-friendly and can be customized with your kids' favorite flavors and add-ins (think chocolate chips, blueberries, or even pumpkin puree for fall).
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So, press play- and letās make our own healthy, delicious muffins and create a breakfast revolution that'll have your family fueled and ready to conquer the day!
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EP 115 | Transcripts | Quick breakfast ideas for kids:ā° Simple high protein muffin recipe for the back-to-school rush!
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Thursday Aug 22, 2024
Thursday Aug 22, 2024
So, weāre no strangers to boxed cake mix recipes or viral TikTok recipesā¦
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But this time, we've got 2 secret ingredients that'll transform your ordinary fall dessert into an extraordinary one!
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Not only do we show you "the way" of how to make dulce de leche, we give it a cake buddy to sit atop of that only requires a simple blender to mix together.Ā
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It's surprisingly easy to make AND makes good use of some pantry ingredients you may have forgotten you had in there.
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Hit play, ditch the store-bought frosting and let's create a cake masterpiece that'll have your taste buds dancing.Ā
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EP 114 | Transcripts | How to make dulce de leche & box cake mix BFFās š«¶ (Easy fall desserts)

Thursday Aug 15, 2024
Thursday Aug 15, 2024
Tired of the same ol' tuna salad? Weāre here to elevate your lunchtime classic!Ā
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Letās transform your tired tuna salad recipe into a flavor-packed masterpiece.Ā
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We're talking creamy textures, unexpected twists, and a whole lot of yum.Ā
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Plus, we'll share our secret ingredient that'll take your tuna salad to the next level. Trust us, your taste buds will thank you.
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So, press play- grab your tuna cans and letās get creative!
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EP 113 | Transcripts | How to make tuna salad easy peezy š (Tuna salad recipe ā a secret ingredient you have to try!)

Thursday Aug 08, 2024
Thursday Aug 08, 2024
Picture this: Ambrosia salad, but better.
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A creamy, dreamy concoction packed with fresh fruit, a touch of unexpected sweetness, and a hint of tropical paradise.Ā
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We're leaving the canned fruit and marshmallows behind for a fresher, more elevated take on this summertime staple.Ā
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Get ready to impress your guests with this upgraded ambrosia that's as delicious as it is refreshing.
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It's the perfect way to end a summer meal or satisfy that sweet tooth craving.Ā
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So, hit play and grab your favorite fruits and let's transform this classic dessert into something truly special!
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EP 112 | Transcripts | Ambrosia salad, but make it glamorous: Our fresh take on a classic summer recipe! Google Docs

Thursday Jul 25, 2024
Thursday Jul 25, 2024
Store-bought tortillas taste like š©.Ā
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Sure, theyāre convenient- but the cost of that convenience is paste taste.
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What if we told you there's a solution thatās easy, affordable, and fast?Ā
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Yep, itās the magic of homemade flour tortillas!
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Seriously, we know it sounds like a lot to take on, but all you need is a handful of pantry staples ā flour, water, butter, salt- and before you know it, youāll be standing on business.Ā
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In todayās episode we're giving you step by step instruction on how to make homemade tortillas that are like nothing youāve had before.Ā
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Fresh, flavorful flour tortillas that'll elevate your tacos (or any of your favorite easy Mexican recipes) to restaurant-worthy status (but at home- for far less $).
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Hit play, grab your flour, and let's unlock the secrets to fluffy, delicious tortillas that'll have you wondering why you ever settled for less.Ā
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We can't wait to hear about your homemade tortilla creations!
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EP 111 | Transcripts |Ā How to make homemade flour tortillas: Because you deserve better and itās easy AF. Class is in session š©āš«

Thursday Jul 18, 2024
Thursday Jul 18, 2024
Ever scrolled through TikTok, stumbled upon a "must-try" snack, only to be left feeling underwhelmed (or worse, grossed out)?Ā
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We wonāt let that happen to you, Food FAQ-er.Ā
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Thatās why we dove headfirst into the lady pond of viral snacks with a certain Skinnygirl mogul as our guide!
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Get ready for a rollercoaster of flavors as we put Bethenny Frankel Tik Tok snack recommendations to the ultimate test.Ā
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Today, were digging into "Ski Queen" (a caramel-y cheese) and crunchy turtle chips. We're not afraid to get our hands dirty (or our taste buds surprised) as we share our honest, unfiltered opinions on these viral sensations.Ā
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Plus, we'll offer our own spin on things, because let's face it, we're home cooks, and sometimes the best hacks come from the kitchen sink!
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Hit play and donāt āGo to SLEEP!ā on this one because we're just a bunch of salty snack b!tches just like you.
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šProducts mentioned in this episode:
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Ski Queen Cheese: https://amzn.to/3y3UVAYĀ
Turtle Chips: https://amzn.to/4cHOXVx
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Gluten Free Fiber Crispbread: https://amzn.to/4f6rGhwĀ
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EP 110 | Transcripts | Does Bethenny Frankel know it all? Weāre putting her TikTok snack recs to the test! š± (Ski Queen cheese & Turtle chips reviewed)






