The Harvest Eating Podcast

On today's episode I discuss making smoked chicken pate using your pressure cooker. Chicken pate is a classic French recipe with many variations; with ingredients and techniques. This techniqu used the speed and efficiency of a pressure cooker to quickly tenderize the chicken thighs so they are "fall off the bone tender" and easy to process. I like to flavor this with liquid smoke (natural kind) and other aromatics like fresh parsley, white wine, onions, carrots and celery...black pepper corns are nice here too. This French recipe is MUCH easier using this method...and it can be made with chicken, pork or even salmon. Be sure to support this show by visiting Harvest Eating.com and getting on the email list, also see our Facebook Page too...Facebook.com/harvesteating

Today I discuss our past gardening experiences; what worked, what did not and what we are doing this year to get back into gardening after a 2 year hiatus from gardening, America's favorite past time. I mention some new products I am working with as well.

On today's show I talk about making Paleo spinach nad bacon cakes with butter and parmesan cheese. These are supper yummy yet also very easy to make. Fresh spoinach is a must here, no frozen please. This makes a great appetizer that is very rich and full-flavored.

On today's show I talk about using up leftover ham from Easter. Millions of people have ham for Easter dinner.....and using it up becomes a challenge. I offer a few simple ideas here on how I like to use it.....including a split pea soup.

On today's show I go over the contruction of a Beurre Blanc- which is a simple white butter sauce that is amazing on seafood. This sauce is not hard to create but you need the basic techniques so you do not break the sauce. I go into detail regarding my recipe for soy chili beurre blanc.

On today's show I walk you thru the creation of my favorite bread, a rusitic bareley kneaded round loaf that is amazing! Everything about this recipe is terrific....especially the crisp outside texture and the perfect crumb inside. Super easy..just takes some time.

On today's show I am pounding the drum again about growing lettuce. Being able to walk outside and cut your own lettuce is truly one of the great experiences of farm to table cookery. I sugget gowing several varieties of heirloom lettuces to see what works best for your situation and taste buds.

On today;s show I discuss making Chicken Satay with Thai Peanut Sauce. Simple techniques with bold Thai flavors make this the perfect party food. Juicy chicken thighs skewered and grilled become amazing once drizzled with the peanut sauce.

Strictly personal updates here...no food talk...!

On todays's show I walk you through the creation of one amazing sandwich; Roast Beef w Garlic Confit Butter, Bluee Cheese & BBQ Sauce....this creation has been lingering in my head for weeks so I had to share it with you. You'll learn how to roast the beef, make the garlic confit butter and assemble the sandwich too. Enjoy...!

On today's episode of Harvest Eating I discuss the methods and reasoning behind slow poaching a whole chicken. To make clear, delicious broth where the chicken is NOT dry, slow poaching is the way to go. Simple, inexpensive and delicious !

In this episode I discuss making one of my new favorite dishes, Lemongrass beef. This Thai specialty is nothing short of amazing. My take on it is luscious, super-flavorful nad best of all, easy. Tender beef marinated in lemongrass, garlic, green onion etc. Love it!

On today's show I discuss making and enjoying bone broth. Quite the rage these days, bone broths have been consumed for many centuries by people the world over. Easy to make with a few simple techniques bone broths are a good way to supplement your diet with many nutrients.

On today's episode I discuss the in-depth the technique of braising which is a low and slow method of cooking using plenty of flavorful liquid. Braising suits tougher cuts of meat that have plenty of connective tissue. Braised beef shanks are easy to make and are not only spectacular looking but super flavorful.

Today's show is all about Thai fried rice, which is to say fried rice in a Thai Style...that usually means salty, sweet and spicy flavor notes. It also always means it's flavored with fish sauce. Fish sauce is essential to Thai cooking and it's what brings that wonerful flavor we all love about Thai cusine. You will love this recipe.

On today's shpw I discuss 3 simple superbowl recipe ideas to thelp make your party special. Green chili, onion dip and a roasted green chili queso dip. All very simple with basic ingredients but will amazing flavors.

The Espagnole sauce is the most difficult and time consuming of all the French Mother Sauces. It can easily take 12 hours even if you take shortcuts. the resulting sauce, whether made from chicken or beef or veal, is heaven on a plate. Top a roasted chicken or steak with it and you will understand what I mean.

Ae we proceed we come to Hollandaise sauce, the special touch on the Eggs Benedict we all love at breakfast or brunch. This is a simple sauce with very few ingredients yet is has many uses. Learning to make this sauce is a terrific skill to have.

On our third show in this series on the Five Mother Sauces of Classical French Cookery we discuss Tomato Sauce, one that is closet to my heart. This sauce is easy and can be made ahead for freezing or canning. If you can locatea bunch of long dense plum tomatoes you can make it totally from scratch, if not, canned plum tomatoes can be used with great results.

On today's show I discuss making Veloute' sauce, the roux thickened white sauce that can start with ether chicken, fish or veal stock. This is a very simple sauce and it's variations can be many. We discuss a few compund sauces including Hungarian Sauce, Normandy Sauce and Bercy Sauce 1.

On today's show I start a 5 part series on the 5 French Mother Sauces in classical French Cookery. These sauces are the starting point for many other meals so understanding their construction leads to a much improved arsenal of dishes. This first episode focuses on Bechamel, simple white sauce that is perfect for making many other dishes.

On today's show I offer a few simple recipes; one for my spinach artichoke dip which is perfect for holiday parties. Also the green beans with shallot cream sauce that so many of you rely on each Christmas to adorn your tables.

On today's show I discuss making cherry clafoutis and hand made chocolate truffles. These two desserts are both perfect for Christmas. A cocktail party or the typical Christmas eve gathering is the perfect place to showcase these unique treats.

In this episode I discuss the thin wonderful French pancake we call crepes. Crepes are easy to make and can be fillied with both sweet fillings or toppings and even savory options like ham, cheese spinach, meats etc. An easy crepe batter recipe is posted at Harvest Eating. com

On today's show I discuss the wonderful sweet potato. It's readily available, inexpensive and very healthy. Grown all over the country sweet potatoes can be a part of breakfast, lunch and dinner. They are good in ethnic foods, baked goods, savory dishes and even in waffles.

On today's show I discuss making turkey, gravy and discuss some strategies for pulling off the big meal. Let's face it, if the turkey is dry and potatoes cold and gravy bland you will not enjoy the meal. So listen ot these basic tips and have a great meal.

On today's show I take some listener questions on topics like using dried mushrooms, favorite podcasts, baked desserts etc. I also discuss some interesting ways to use the Harvest Right freeze dryer. Anytime you have questions, just post them on Facebook and I will address them.

On today's show I discuss making dog food. So many of you have asked about this but since it's not really cooking I have avoided it. However, I've been making lots of food for SNIPA lateley so I thought I would do a show on it. I discuss why you might consider making dog food, why I think it's beneficial, what types of protein to use, what carbs and what else might be added. Also, the results in my own dog's health.

On today's show I discuss a classic dish, Beef Stroganoff. This warming food has a Russian origin but is enjoyed throughout most of Europe and especially in parts of Germany. Made with cheaper cuts of beef and classically infused with sour cream, beef stroganoff is a rich hearty dish usually served over egg noodles. My version uses Worcestershire sauce, fresh and dry Thyme and plenty of garlic. I like beef stock but chicken stock works well too. As far as mushrooms just about any can be used, even canned which are good in this dish, however if served to guests I would most likely use fresh mushrooms.

On today's show I discuss my most recent effort to develop a gluten-free corn cake that has the texture of a real pancake minus the gluten. This recipe is a winner, and today I discuss why I really love corn cakes and recipe using cornmeal in general. In the Southern US, and area I am very fond of, cornmeal has a special place in the heart of many.

On today's show I talk about making a traditional German red cabbage or Blau Kraut. This dish comes from my mother in-law Omi...shes's from Bavaria and this is one of my favorite receipes that she has shown me. In Germany this type of red cabbage is traditionally served with sausags or brats. It also pairs well with pork chops whether pan fried or grilled. This recipe is simple and extremely satisfying.

On today's show I answer some listener questions and discuss several topics that have been on my mind. I will talk about a sweet chili vinaigrette which is a special treat, bthe est ways to use my Greek Seasoning and even some dietary advice. I feel it's a good practice to avoid UHT (ultra high temperature) dairy products and how weight loss can be achieved with low carb eating, without starving.

On today's show I take you along on my travels to Europe which remind me of a side trip that had me in Cortina d' Ampezzo, one of hte world's most amazing alpine villages. Cortina is so pretty and has many activities such as hiking, skiing, shopping, eating, cross country skiing, ice hockey, motorcycle riidng etc. Cortina d'Ampezzo Italy is a sight for the senses sue to it's alpine scenery that is nothing short of spectacular. If you ever go there be sure to eat the spinach balls they make....they are unforgettable.

On today's show I discuss the magic of Indian food. This is such a varied cuisine loaded with spices, textures, flavors and so regionally diverse it all adds up to one of the worlds great cusines. In particular I discuss curry powder and some fo it's uses and talk about making a spiced spinach called Palak Paneer. Indian food can be made at home simply once the spices used are understood and experimented with.

On today's show I discuss some soup making basics including using a main ingredient, choosing aromatics and other important criteria of soup making. I descibe a roasted butternut squash soup with either pear or apple, leek and potato soup and finally a brief description of tortilla soup, one of my favorites. now that fall weather is here soups become a bigger part of most people's menu planning, certainly ours.

Bolognese sauce is a classic Italian recipe for meat sauce. Generally, it contains 3 types of ground meat; beef, veal, and pork. Sometimes the cook will substitute other meats such as wild boar, deer or other game meats. It's a very thick sauce and is not a tomato sauce rather a meat sauce that has tomatoes. It is very thick, chunky and has the undertones of red wine, garlic and woody herbs

On today's show I discuss the home pantry in it's many forms. Recently a listener emailed for advice after his kitchen was destroyed in a fire and he had to start over from scratch. So I devoted most fo today's show to this topic. I talk about the diffrent places to store food, a bit about pantry design, the facets of a home pantry; spices, baking, dry good, fridge and freezer etc. Also I touch on the long-term storage pantry, which many of you know I fee lis very important.

On today's show I once again discuss meatballs. We had some AMAZING meatballs tonight that I made with some leftovers and some intersteing spices and flavors and textures. Trying to be thrifty, I used up some left over spinach ppine nut pie and white rice combined with a few other special ingredients to make meatballs that went above and beyond your typical Italian American meatballs with red gravy.... I think anybody would love these.

On today's show I discuss how a pressure cooker, a good chicken, some dehydrated potatoes, and some frozen peas can make a meal the family will love and it does not require too much time. PLease don't judge me....I know ...A chef using dried potatoes is not good...but in a pinch it's good to rely on the pantry and the long term storables to make a family meal all will love. Great time saver for you busy folks!

On today's show I discuss the many nut butters that are edible. Keep in mind, aside from peanut and almond these others are somewhat exotic and hard to find commercially....there are sources which are listed in show notes for this episode, however making your own is the way to go in my opinion. Prices for almond butter have skyrocketed so making your own is a better option, and it really is pretty simple. Nut butters are a great vehicle for tasty eating that provide protein, fats, minerals, vitamins and fiber.

On today's show I discuss the hottest trends in food for the year 2014. While some are rediculous and meaningless, others are showing the work I do here starting to become more mainstream. Seeing healthy school lunches for kids becoming popular and trending is terrific news. Parents need to feed kids well at home also and not rely on the "state" to nourish our children.

On today's show we discuss the joys of mustard making, yes I did say joys! I love making mustard, it's inexpensive, easy and anybody can do it with common ingredients. Mustard is one fo the most commonly used condiments, and gourmet mustard is getting rather expensive so making your own is a good skill to have. Mustard seeds are easy to store in your long-tem storage pantry as is vinegar so you can make your own mustard at any time without going to pay the gangsters are the supermarket!

In this episode I try to give you ideas and inspiration to cook with local corn and tomatoes that are abundant now but soon to be gone! Both very versatile crops, corn and tomatoes go together well and can enhance many dishes. Corn and tomatoes are also tasty enough to star as the feature ingredients in many dishes. I personally love both and cook with them often.

On today's show I awnswer a few questions from the audience regarding cooking ramen noodles, beans and rice etc. I also discuss a subject that I have not spoke of recently; food inflation. In all areas of the food supply you can see inflation steadily increasing prices and shrinking package sizes. This is a trend I think will continue anad become a real problem for families trying to make ends meet.

On today's show I discuss making a simple gluten-free dessert which happens ot be Paleo too. My toasted coconut, chocolate Paleo ice pops. These are very simple to contruct, have only a few ingredients and are very satisfying indeed. Most of the ingredients can be purchased at the local supermarket or certainly online for those of you who like Amazon. Nonethless, these chocolate coconut ice pops are sure to please.

On today's episode I discuss something that I have been thinking about lately; seafood in coconut sauce. It's a tasty and simple sauce that is started with a seafood stock (or chicken too) and finished with coconut milk, cilantro, butter, lime juice and a few Thai flavors as well. It's pretty straight forward and uses basic ingredients. I think it goes really well with seared firm-fleshed fish such as halibut, red snapper or even salmon.

On today's show I discuss the plans for Olivia's 12th birthday party meal. I'm making custom-ground burgers, with cheddar cheese, fried red onions, bacon and Datil pepper BBQ sauce. I'll cover making the burgersand the Pièce de résistance, bacon mac n cheese with green onions.....YUM CITY. Also, I will make Gluten free buttermilk buckwheat crepes with cherry compote, creme fraiche and caramel sauce...and yes all components were made by this guy's hands!

On today's show I answer some question that were posted on http://www.Facebook.com/harvesteating Everything from cookign with cast iron, to feeding a family on $200 per month, ideas for using up eggs, best pressure cookers and even a question on making or using pork bone broth.

On thoday's show I discuss making a Thai Red Curry w Beef that so many of you have asked for. This is a one-pot meal that is inexpensive, satisfying, full of flavor and just plain awesome. You wil lneed a few ingredients like lemongrass, white pepper, fish sauce etc. that might not yet be a part of your pantry....never fear...easily remedied on Amazon or your local Asian Market.

In this episode I discuss making a simple stew using garden fresh zucchni and tomato, with garlic, onion, fresh basil, good olive oil and some grated cheese. This dish is simple to prepare but a little technique and know how is needed to make sure you get a good texture. Also, I wax on about the proper type of zucchini needed ot make this recipe.