Recipe of the Day - Cure Your Dinner Indecision

Smoky Cajun crust. Juicy salmon inside. Done in 15 minutes. This blackened salmon is your answer to a quick, easy, flavorful dinner tonight! Recipe: Blackened Salmon from COOKtheSTORY.

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This episode was published in September, 2025.

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Think you hate coleslaw? I did too… until my mom made me her newest recipe. This week I’m joined by my mom, Phyllis Pittman, an amazing cook who ran successful restaurants for years, and since it’s her birthday week, it feels extra special to have her on the show. She’s sharing her favorite creamy coleslaw recipe, and it’s unlike any you’ve tried before. With a couple of surprising secret ingredients, it turns skeptics into fans, e...

These Air Fried Pork Chops are juicy inside and nicely browned outside. And, they’ll be on the table in less than 20 minutes! Recipe: Air Fryer Pork Chops from COOKtheSTORY.

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Got meatballs in the freezer? Turn them into a creamy, comforting stroganoff that’s ready in under 30 minutes. It’s one of my favorite busy-night tricks! Recipe: Meatball Stroganoff from TheCookful.

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Air Fryer Turkey Meatballs
Beef Stroganoff Mushroom Soup
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Canned clams never tasted so good! Coley Gaffney is here to show us how comforting and delicious clam chowder can be when made with pantry staples.

Coley is the creative force behind ColeyCooks.com, and you might recognize her from Food Network Star season 10, and as a guest from The Rachael Ray Show and The Today Show. While her TV days go back a few years, her passion for seafood and Italian cooking is rooted in her family history...

For a touch of fall flavor anytime, try this Pumpkin Spice Butter! The butter is lightly sweetened and is mixed with a touch of pumpkin puree and all those amazing spices. Recipe: Pumpkin Spice Butter from TheCookful.

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Why is this the easiest baked ziti? You don’t have to boil the pasta or pre-cook anything. Just mix, cover and bake. And, it’s so delicious! Recipe: Easy Baked Ziti from COOKtheSTORY.

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No-Boil Pasta Bake
No-Boil Feta Pasta Bake
No-Boil Chicken Fettuccini Alfredo

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Forget what your grandma taught you! Kathy Berget is here with a safer, science-backed way to can tomatoes straight from your garden.

Kathy is an avid gardener and home canner in Idaho who shares her tips and recipes on her blog Beyond the Chicken Coop. In this episode, we talk about the joy of preserving your own harvest, how canning advice has evolved over the years, and why following up-to-date guidelines is crucial for food safe...

Using sausage in chili instead of beef gives it tons of extra flavor and is a fun twist on the original. With lots of bell pepper in there, it’s like an Italian hoagie in a bowl! Recipe: Italian Sausage Chili from COOKtheSTORY.

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Extremely flavorful and extremely juicy, with perfect grill marks too, these Mexican grilled chicken breasts are also super-simple to make. They start with an easy but delicious marinade and then it’s time to grill! Recipe: Mexican Grilled Chicken from TheCookful.

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My go-to ribs for cookouts and parties! They’re baked ahead until tender, then sauced and finished on the grill or under the broiler just before serving. Recipe: Make Ahead Ribs from COOKtheSTORY.

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This episode was originally published in May of 2022.
 
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Today I’m talking with American seafood blogger Christina Jolam from WeekdayPescatarian.com. Christina lives in Portugal and has recently embarked on an intensive Portuguese language course. We chat about her experiences navigating local markets, discovering regional seafood traditions, and the joys (and challenges!) of learning a new language through food. The recipe she shares is a classic Portuguese monkfish stew, and it really ...

This is the classic Coctel de Camarones! Plump and juicy shrimp with finely chopped veggies in a delicious sauce. Irresistible and easy to make! Recipe: Mexican Shrimp Cocktail from COOKtheSTORY.

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Big Bowl
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This episode was originally published in June, 2022.

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Here’s how to cook green beans in the air fryer so they’re tender-crisp with a bit of caramelization. These are the basic instructions for perfect green beans, with suggestions for added flavors. Recipe: Air Fryer Green Beans from TheCookful.

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A Pea Soup that uses frozen green peas instead of split peas so that it’s ready before you believe possible. And it’s beyond delicious too! Recipe: Green Pea Soup with Ham from COOKtheSTORY.

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Juicy shrimp baked in garlic butter with a touch of lemon for a hands-off, foolproof way to get plump, tender results every time! Recipe: Baked Lemon Garlic Shrimp from COOKtheSTORY.

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How to Make Toasted Panko Breadcrumbs
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I’ve tested 7 ways to make garlic bread in the air fryer. Everyone agrees that this one is the best. Get ready because it’s ready in minutes and full of buttery, garlicky flavor! Recipe: Air Fryer Garlic Bread from COOKtheSTORY.

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How long do you cook short ribs in the Instant Pot? Do you brown them first? And how do you make the perfect sauce? Here are the answers for perfectly tender beef short ribs. Recipe: Instant Pot Short Ribs from COOKtheSTORY.

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Classic Method for Cooking the BEST Short Ribs
Instant Pot
Tongs
Oil Mister
Air Fryer
Broiler Safe Baking Sheet
Balsamic Glaze
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Today I'm talking with cookbook author and culinary expert Amber Guinness. We talk about her beautiful book Italian Coastal which explores the food culture of the Tyrrhenian Sea region, and how the same ingredient, for instance, eggplant, is prepared differently across various Italian coastal towns. The recipe she tells us about is a fruity twist on a beloved Italian classic that will surprise your dinner guests and spark conversat...