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I Need A More Perfect Thanksgiving
John has a lot at stake this Thanksgiving. Just last year, his mother-in-law granted him permission to host the holiday—and he hit it out of the park. But anxious to keep his standing as the family's Thanksgiving host, John turned to Dinner SOS for some help perfecting his already perfect meal.The Recipes:Expertly Spiced and Glazed Roast TurkeySimple is Best StuffingButtery Milk BunsActually Perfect Pie CrustPorchetta-Style Roast Turkey Breast Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Maria Bamford Needs Farm Cake
Our guest this week is Maria Bamford. She's a comedian and author with a culinary vision for farm cake. Chris calls on Epicurioius Food Editor Jesse Szewczyk to help turn Maria's vision for farm cake into a recipe she can actually bake at home.Our farm cake recipe was based on:Extra-Corny Corn MuffinsFor more info on how we adapted them into farm cake, check out our Episode Recap Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Dinner SOS in Toronto!
In this special, live recording of Dinner SOS, Chris Morocco and Shilpa Uskokovic are joined by food writer Suresh Doss, and by cookbook author and host of Top Chef Canada Eden Grinshpan at Toronto's Hot Docs Podcast Festival. They dive into the city's vibrant food scene and take audience questions.Recipes Mentioned:Just-Keeps-Getting-Better Lentil SaladPav Bhaji with So Much ButterCheesy Roasted Cabbage WedgesBig-Flavor BroccoliFall-Apart Caramelized CabbageSoy and Scallion Tofu BowlRoasted Sweet Potatoes with Triple-Cream Cheese Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

I Need A Healthy Reset After Traveling
Megan travels a lot for work and keeps finding herself in the same spot: home from a trip, wanting to reset with a healthy home-cooked meal, but never being able to execute it well. Chris calls on Associate Food Editor Rachel Gurjar to help Megan figure out a low-lift plan for getting back on track after travel.The Recipes:Tahini-Ranch DressingFiery Red Curry Chicken Salad Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

I Need "Chefy" Feeling Weeknight Meals
Cait often devotes her weekends to hours in the kitchen. And when she's done cooking, she says the meals feel like restaurant quality. But now, she's looking to bring that feeling into her weeknights. So, Chris enlists the help of Kendra Vaculin to give Cait's weeknight cooking that "chefy" quality she's been missing.The Recipes:From Chris: Meatball Soup with Beef Stew Vibes, Gorgeous Green ShrimpFrom Kendra: Everything-Spice Fish with Tomato Salad, Creamy Spinach and Chickpeas Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Picky Eater Therapy (Re-Run)
Our guest Maddy has never even tried a carrot. Her ultimate goal is to be able to sit down at a restaurant and find more than one option appealing, and to shed the title of "pick eater." Chris taps Executive Editor Sonia Chopra to help Maddy face her food fears.Recipes featured in this episode:From Sonia, Jammy Onion and Miso Pasta, Morning Glory Baked Oatmeal, quesadilla with cheese and black beans. From Chris, Confetti Rice with Chicken in Spicy Garlic Broth, Cod with Soy-Caramalized Onion and Potatoes Share your thoughts via our Listener Survey here: https://selfserve.decipherinc.com/survey/selfserve/222b/75187?pin=1&uBRANDLINK=1&uCHANNELLINK=2 Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

I Need More Fish Recipes
Brian and Claire are newlyweds looking for more fish recipes. Specifically, salmon recipes. Salmon is their favorite, but they cook it so frequently, they're on the verge of growing tired of it. Can Shilpa and Chris help the couple keep salmon at number 1?RECIPES:From Chris: Sushi Rice with Miso-Caramel Glazed Salmon, Cod with Scallion-Sesame Butter From Shilpa:Crackly-Chewy Rice Paper Salmon Rolls, Hot-Smoked Salmon Noodle Salad, Brothy Coconut-Mustard FishShare your thoughts via our Listener Survey here: https://selfserve.decipherinc.com/survey/selfserve/222b/75187?pin=1&uBRANDLINK=1&uCHANNELLINK=2 Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

How We Found America's Best New Restaurants
Bon Appetit's Restaurant Editor Elazar Sontag joins Chris in studio to talk about BA's 2023 Best New Restaurants List, how he at time (seriously) had seven meals in one day, and what it feels like when you are eating at what will become a restaurant on the list.Click here for recipes from some of this year's Best New Restaurants.Share your thoughts via our Listener Survey here: https://selfserve.decipherinc.com/survey/selfserve/222b/75187?pin=1&uBRANDLINK=1&uCHANNELLINK=2 Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

I Need A Group Trip Meal
Lale Arikoglu is an expert traveler. And she’s headed on vacation with friends, where she’ll need to provide dinner one evening. Faced with a flurry of dietary restrictions, she turned to Dinner SOS for some direction.RECIPES:From Chris: Sesame Tofu with Broccoli, Peanut Butter Noodles with CucumbersFrom Shilpa: Easy Fish Tacos, Chipotle-Crusted Cauliflower Tacos, Sizzling Turmeric-Dill Fish Taco Bonus Links: What to Pack for Vacation (Kitchen Edition) Origami Spice Holders (instead of folding down the second flap, Shilpa folds it over the top of the cup and tapes it down to seal her spices inside) Check out Women Who Travel, Lale's podcast from Condé Nast TravelerShare your thoughts via our Listener Survey here: https://selfserve.decipherinc.com/survey/selfserve/222b/75187?pin=1&uBRANDLINK=1&uCHANNELLINK=2 Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

I Need A Birthday Menu For My Tiny Apartment
Ira Madison III is no stranger to hosting. He hosts Crooked Media's Keep It Podcast. But outside of podcasting, he loves his friends, cookbooks, and hosting dinner parties. However, he recently moved to a much smaller space and is out of practice hosting. Chris and Maya Kaimal help Ira complete his short yet ambitious wishlist, which includes finding a fun recipe from a great cookbook author, and hosting his own birthday party.The recipes:Chicken Tikka SkewersChopped Kachumber SaladMinty Cucumber RaitaDishoom's Chicken Berry BritanniaClassic pork vindalooDishoom's Gunpowder Potato Maya's Herby Roasted PotatoesWhite Turnip Tarka SaladRoasted Tomato Tarka with YogurtChili Cheese ToastFor more, check out Maya's book Indian Flavor Every DayShare your thoughts via our Listener Survey here: https://selfserve.decipherinc.com/survey/selfserve/222b/75187?pin=1&uBRANDLINK=1&uCHANNELLINK=2 Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

I Need A Weeknight-Friendly Pantry
Like many of us, Gillian has found herself working from home permanently and finds getting to the grocery store just isn't what it used to be. So, she's turned to Chris and Shilpa for help stocking her pantry to get her out of her weeknight rut.Recipes featured in the episode:CHRIS: Jammy Onion and Miso Pasta, Creamy Tahini and Harissa BeefSHILPA: Hummus Bowls with Merguez-Spiced TempehShare your thoughts via our Listener Survey here: https://selfserve.decipherinc.com/survey/selfserve/222b/75187?pin=1&uBRANDLINK=1&uCHANNELLINK=2 Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

I Need To Perfect Scallops At Home
Rachel and her boyfriend are obsessed with scallops. In fact, their ideal scallop experience was at Gordon Ramsay’s Hell's Kitchen, and she's been trying to replicate it ever since. In this episode, we help Rachel figure out how she should be cooking scallops. Plus, Kendra Vaculin gives Rachel a first-class lesson in the Test Kitchen.Recipes featured in the episode:From Chris, Garlicky Buttery ScallopsFrom Kendra, Scallops and Chorizo in Tomato Sauce, Lemony Grilled Scallops and Blistered Long Beans Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

August Mailbag with Mark Bittman
This week, Chris and Mark Bittman dig through the inbox to answer your culinary questions! Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Too Chicken (Re-Run)
Sophie cold called us and left us a voicemail about her fear of cooking chicken, so we got her back on the line to really dig into her concerns. And with the help of Mackenzie Fegan, we offer her some great recipes from the BA archive to tackle her chicken fears. Plus, we offer her some not-chicken options because there are no rules!!Recipes featured in the episode:From Chris, Coconut Milk-Braised Chicken Legs / Wild Card, BA’s best chocolate chip cookieFrom Mackenzie, Chicken Paprikash with Buttered Egg Noodles / Wild Card, slow-roasted salmon with harissa Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

I Need A Brownie That's Not Too Sweet
Chris couldn't have prepared more for this week's SOS. Our caller, Ilana, is in search of a brownie that's not too sweet. Luckily, Chris just developed a new brownie recipe in the Test Kitchen. A process that required more than a hundred attempts to find the perfect one (with a little help from Hana Asbrink). Chris and Hana adapt that recipe to Ilana's sweetness preferences. Get the recipe: Triple Chocolate Brownies Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

I Need Nut-free Takeout
Liah loves ordering takeout, particularly of the Indian and Thai varieties. But, she recently discovered she’s allergic to nuts, which means her favorite takeout options are now out of question. Despite her best attempts, she’s yet to recreate some of her favorite dishes at home. So, Shilpa and Chris offer her some nut-free approaches to a few beloved dishes.Recipes featured in the episode:From Chris, Khao Soi, Chile CrispFrom Shilpa, Eggplant Biryani, Tofu and Green Pea Curry Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

The Perfect Spaghetti Sauce
Jon always hated his mother's recipe for spaghetti sauce. So, he's hoping to find a recipe he will love and make with his own kids. Chris enlists Hana Asbrink's help to introduce Jon to a new approach he and his family will love.The recipe: Spaghetti and Verrry Tender MeatballsWatch Hana's How I Developed: Spaghetti and Meatballs here! Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Recipe Riffing
Our caller this week, Maya, really thinks about how she cooks. She’s identified more than a dozen types of recipes that she knows she can rely on, and even adapt. But, she’s in search of more like these. She wants more meal frameworks that will allow her to think outside the bounds of following a recipe. So, Chris taps Claire Saffitz to help Maya discover more meal types to add to her repertoire.Recipes featured in the episode:From Chris, One pan chicken thighs with burst tomatoes, harissa, and fetaFrom Claire, Cold Noodles i.e.: Cold Miso-Sesame Noodles, Ramen with Steak and Sesame-Ginger Dressing, Rice Noodles with Shrimp and Coconut-Lime Dressing, Udon with Chicken and Garlicky Peanut Dressing, Soba with Tofu and Miso-Mustard Dressing, Cutlet & a Salad: i.e. Cutlet Story, japanese curry w Chicken Katsu Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Fancy, On A Budget
Yilin is a college student on a budget. And like a good Econ-major, she called in to find out which ingredients are worth her time and which types of foods are within her culinary reach. Chris and Shilpa Uskokovic give her several options to stretch herself. And Yilin teaches Chris a thing or two about TikTok. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Live At Symphony Space
Last month, for the very first time, Dinner SOS left the studio and took to the live stage! With the help of a few culinary geniuses, Padma Lakshmi, Marcus Samuelsson, and Ruth Reichl, we answered your cooking questions and some from the crowd! Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

The Sound of Mac & Cheese (Re-run)
Whenever Blake makes mac and cheese, it tastes like cardboard. Maggie Hoffman and Chris offer him two approaches to the dish to make sure that never happens again.Recipes featured in this episode: From Maggie, Our Favorite Mac and Cheese and from Chris, Stovetop Mac and Cheese. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

A Picnic For 25
Phoebe is preparing an ambitious meal: a good-bye picnic for 25 graduating high school seniors she’s advised over the years. The students are graduating from a boarding school in rural Indiana, and they’ve tried every restaurant in town. So, Phoebe wants to do something special. Chris enlists Amiel Stanek’s help to help Phoebe give these teens the proper send-off into the world.Recipes featured in the episode:From Chris, Creamy Tahini and Harissa Beef, Grilled Chicken Skewers with Toum (plus more on skewer pro tips!), Slow Roasted Onion Dip - as a bonus, maybe homemade flatbread.From Amiel, Zaatar Chicken with Garlicky Yogurt, Spicy and Creamy Slaw - round it out with store bought hummus, baba ganoush, stuffed grape leaves, pita (warmed in oven), herby hot sauce (zhug - Trader Joe’s brand is great), etc. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Too Chicken
Sophie cold called us and left us a voicemail about her fear of cooking chicken, so we got her back on the line to really dig into her concerns. And with the help of Mackenzie Fegan, we offer her some great recipes from the BA archive to tackle her chicken fears. Plus, we offer her some not-chicken options because there are no rules!!Recipes featured in the episode:From Chris, Coconut Milk-Braised Chicken Legs / Wild Card, BA’s best chocolate chip cookieFrom Mackenzie, Chicken Paprikash with Buttered Egg Noodles / Wild Card, slow-roasted salmon with harissa Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Pizza, But Make It Gluten-Free
Even with a whole slew of allergies and dietary restrictions, Caitlin manages to find meals to fit her family’s food needs. But she is completely vexed by finding a gluten free pizza dough that is crunchy and chewy. Chris brings in Aran Goyoaga to share her solution to Caitlin’s pizza problem. Plus, a science lesson on gluten with Shilpa Uskokovic.Aran's recipes :GF PIzza DoughCannelle et Vanille CookbookCannelle et Vanille Bakes Simple CookbookCannelle et Vanille Instagram Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Plant-based POV
Michela is a life-long vegetarian who needs some inspiration and ideas for getting more protein into her diet. So, Chris enlists the one-and-only Hetty McKinnon to help reframe Michela’s thinking on cooking with plants.Recipes featured in the episode:From Chris, Chickpea preparation from Tuna Salad with Crispy ChickpeasFrom Hetty, Sesame tofu with broccoli, Creamy cashew udon with crispy mushrooms, Broccoli and Cashew Cream soup, Roasted carrots and chickpeas with herby cashew cream – plus more info on black vinegar Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

How To Cook More Sustainably With Pierce Abernathy
Sustainability mailbag: Fried Caper and Artichoke Toasts, Vegan Chocolate Mousse with Sesame Brittle, Herb-Stuffed Flatbreads with Yogurt Sauce, Lemony Brothy Beans with Asparagus, Beet and Mushroom Miso RaguPierce's pop-up tour: https://piercespringtour.com/Aerthship collective: https://aerthship.com/ Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

April Mailbag
Recipes featured in the episode:Chocolate-Almond Fridge FudgeGluten-Free Chocolate-Tahini BrowniesOne-Pot PuttanescaMeatball Soup with Beef Stew VibesCitrus-Braised Pork with Crispy ShallotsRed Wine and Soy-Braised Short RibsSoy-Braised BrisketCoconut-and-Lemongrass-Braised Short RibsCoconut-Marinated Short Rib Kebabs with Peanut-Chile Oil Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

BONUS: Picky Eater Extended Cut
bonusChris and Sonia visit the studio to reflect on their time with Maddy. Plus, hear her try a few more things! Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

A Together-Worthy Meal
Lauren and her family love inviting people over for Shabbat dinner. But between dietary restrictions and kids, sometimes figuring out what to make feels too hard. So she often resorts to ordering in. Still, Lauren feels like there's a way for Shabbat to feel more complete with the right homemade meal.Recipes featured in this episode:From Nina, Miso-Mushroom Risotto, From Chris, Chana Masala, Spiced Dal with fluffy rice and salted yogurt Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Picky Eater Therapy
Our guest Maddy has never even tried a carrot. Her ultimate goal is to be able to sit down at a restaurant and find more than one option appealing, and to shed the title of "pick eater." Chris taps Executive Editor Sonia Chopra to help Maddy face her food fears.Recipes featured in this episode:From Sonia, Jammy Onion and Miso Pasta, Morning Glory Baked Oatmeal, quesadilla with cheese and black beans. From Chris, Confetti Rice with Chicken in Spicy Garlic Broth, Cod with Soy-Caramalized Onion and Potatoes Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

The Freezer Is Your Friend
Lana is a mom to a toddler and lives in a rural area, which means trips to the grocery store aren't that simple or frequent. She's looking for meals that freeze well, that feel new, and are delicious. So, we turn to two freezer geniuses: Zaynab Issa & Alex Beggs. Recipes featured in this episode: From Zaynab, her Roasted Carrot Soup with Crispy Shallots, and her Make Ahead Egg and Cheese Sandwiches. And from Chris a Soy-Braised Brisket. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Cake It 'Til You Make It
Shilpa Uskokovic has been busy baking cakes for any occasion. Listen to hear Shilpa's top five best cake practices, and all the tools you need to successfully bake at home. Plus, she'll answer a few cake questions from the inbox. Tools & Ingredients mentioned in this episode:TherapenBaker’s JoyRecipes mentioned in this episode:Raspberry Cake With Whipped Cream FillingPineapple Upside-Down CakeVegan Banana Bread With Chocolate and MisoFor a transcript of this episode, please follow this link. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

When You Want To Impress...
Whitney considers herself a beginner in the kitchen, but her dream is to host a multi-course dinner that will really wow her friends. So, Chris and Shilpa throw some really ambitious recipes her way. Will they be too much or will Whitney rise to the occasion?Recipes featured in this episode: Char Siu Wellington, Beef Wellington with Green Sauce, Duchess Baked Potatoes; Pears and Radishes with Gorgonzola and Nori, turmeric-lime chicken with pumpkin seed salsa, Arroz Verde with Spiced Mushrooms, Citrus Caramel Sundae with Toasted Almonds Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Celebrate Women's History Month with The One Recipe!
Noor Murad talks to Jesse this week about the time she almost burned down a kitchen, what it’s like teaching the hard lessons she had to be taught, and her One: Green Frittata With Burnt Eggplant & Pomegranate Salsa. Noor Murad is a chef, cookbook author and head of the Ottolenghi Test Kitchen. You can follow her on Instagram @noorishbynoor.Help support The One Recipe, and shows from APM Studios that bring people together, with a donation of any amount today. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

February Mailbag Edition
Chris and Shilpa weigh in on how a vegetarian mom should prepare chicken for her toddler, the only knives you actually need in the kitchen, what cuisine they'd choose for a weeknight dinner, and finally, whether frozen fish is worth cooking. | Recipes and Recs in this episode: Air Fryer Sesame-Coconut Chicken Tenders, Cheese-Cracker Crusted Chicken; Mac Chef Knife, and a Victorinox paring knife; Black Bass With Preserved Lemon-Pistachio Sauce, Slow-Roasted Salmon with Harissa, Saucy, Tangy Slow-Roast Sambal Salmon. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

4 Tips for Cooking with a Partner
bonusKatianna and John Hong know all about sharing the kitchen together. They’re both chefs and run their restaurant Yangban Society, which was named one of our Best New Restaurants of 2022. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

You + Me = Dinner
They both love to cook, but they don't love cooking together. This Valentine's Day, we help Serena and her boyfriend navigate the kitchen as a team.Recipes featured in this episode: From Rachel, Vada Pav with Dry Coconut-Garlic Chutney, Masala Fried Chicken and from Chris, Fresh Pepper Kung Pao Chicken, Weeknight Mapo Tofu with Ground Pork Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

The Sound of Mac & Cheese
Whenever Blake makes mac and cheese, it tastes like cardboard. Maggie Hoffman and Chris offer him two approaches to the dish to make sure that never happens again.Recipes featured in this episode: From Maggie, Our Favorite Mac and Cheese and from Chris, Stovetop Mac and Cheese. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Nextover Nirvana
Like many of us, Jenn is experiencing leftover fatigue. So, Kendra and Chris introduce her to the lifechanging art of nextovers.Recipes featured in this episode: From Kendra, Beer-Braised Carnitas, Buttery Tomato and Cinnamon-Spiced Rice and from Chris, Chicken Tinga Tostadas with Bacony Black Beans Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

When in Doubt...Funghi
Nico and Natalie love cooking together, but after Natalie developed a dairy intolerance cooking their favorite dishes just hasn't been the same. Chris invites vegan-chef Chrissy Tracey to help Nico and Natalie navigate the world of dairy-free.Recipes featured in this episode: From Chrissy, her Vegan Cacio e Pepe and from Chris, Chewy Date and Dark Chocolate Cookies Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Paging Dr. Donut
Aruna is about as prepared as any home cook could be. But after a bad experience frying, she's terrified to try again.Chris brings in Test Kitchen Coordinator Inés Anguiano to get Aruna back in the frying game!Recipes featured in this recipe:From Inés: Cardamom Cream-Filled Sugar Donuts, Lemony Glazed Cake DoughnutsFrom Chris: Doughnuts with Grapefruit Curd and Citrus SugarMore information about frying from Bon Appétit: 5 Things That Can Go Horribly Wrong When Frying (and How to Avoid Them) Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

January Mailbag Edition
We love hearing from our listeners, but we get a lot of questions that we can't turn into full episodes. So, to answer your questions, we're going through our inbox and answering them on air. If you have a dinner emergency for us, write to us at [email protected]. Recommendations Below:For Serena:Zaynab Issa’s’ Chicken & Cabbage Salad. For Abby: Kendra Vaculin’s Sun-Dried Tomato Romesco PastaFor Jackson: Maesri Brand Curry PasteNY Shuk HarissaNY Shuk Preserved LemonsMaya Kaimmal’s Tikka Masala Indian Simmer SauceRick Bayless’s Red Chilli Enchilada SauceS & B Curry PowderRao’s Marinara SauceOld Bay SeasoningMutti Double Concentrated Tomato PasteCanned Tomatoes: Bianco DiNapoli, Sclafani, Jersey FreshFor Iyat: Chris’s Beef WellingtonSelections from Shilpa’s Fancy/Frugal Dinner Party: Shilpa’s Meatloaf. Plus, her pickled vegetables.A Charlotte Russe Cake; Here’s a dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Kitchen-to-Party Ratio
Claire tends to spend her dinner parties in the kitchen, not with her guests. She called in search of a recipe with big make ahead potential.Recipes Featured in this Episode: From Zaynab, the Date & Soy Shortribs and from Chris, the Duck Confit.For a transcript of this episode, please follow this link. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Small Space, Big Dreams
Sam's kitchen is tiny, but she really wants to experiment in the kitchen, particularly with baking. Chris enlists the help of Bon Appetit's Deputy Food Editor Hana Asbrink to help Sam bake something beautiful in her small space. If you have a dinner emergency on your hands, write to us at [email protected]. Or leave us a voice message at 212-286-7071.Recipes Featured in this Episode: From Hana, the Giant Cardamom Bun and from Chris, the Cocoa Brioche Morning Bun. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Dietary Restriction Bingo
Neha is having a dinner party on Friday. But with five guests and a set of four dietary restrictions, she's stumped by what to serve. So, Chris brings in BA Food Editor Shilpa Uskokovic to help Neha figure out what to serve besides water soup! If you have a dinner emergency on your hands, write to us at [email protected]. Or leave us a voice message at 212-286-7071!Recipes: From Shilpa, Weeknight Fancy Ravioli, and from Chris, Baked Minty Rice w/ PomegranateFor a transcript of this episode, please follow this link. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Thanksgiving SOS: No Kitchen
A construction timeline for Rose's kitchen is interfering with her Thanksgiving plans, so she's decided to turn to the grill. Our host Chris Morocco enlists one of the Test Kitchen's greatest grillers to help Rose find the perfect Thanksgiving menu.If you have a dinner emergency on your hands, write to us at [email protected]. Or leave us a voice message at 212-286-7071!Recipes featured in this episode:Kendra's Menu: Healthyish Barbecued Chicken, Smashed Green Beans with Lemony Sumac Dressing, Kale Salad with Pecan VinaigretteChris's Menu: Barbecue Spice-Brined Grilled Turkey, Potato and Chorizo Foil Packs, Grilled Carrots with Avocado and Mint, Kale and Cucumber Salad with Roasted Ginger DressingFor a transcript of this episode, please follow this link. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

An Amsterdam Thanksgiving
Brooke is used to hosting Thanksgiving at her mom's house in Texas. But life has brought her to Amsterdam where she's hoping to host the holiday for friends. But trying to navigate her small kitchen, the metric system and grocery options is proving to be a huge challenge. Our host Chris Morocco and a Bon Appétit all-star are on the case.If you have a dinner emergency on your hands, write to us at [email protected]. Or leave us a voice message at 212-286-7071!Recipes from our hosts:Shilpa: The New England Express, Baked Rice with Short Ribs, Burnt Orange and Coriander Roast Pork, Sweet Potatoes with Tahini ButterChris: Pomegranate-and-Honey-Glazed Duck With Rice, Duck Confit with Spicy Pickled Raisins, Creamy Yukon Golds with Crispy Potato Skins, Cornbread Cheddar BiscuitsFor a transcript of this episode, please follow this link. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices