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Home Cooking

Thanksgiving, Part 1: Sage Wisdom (with Demi Adejuyigbe)

Nov 11, 2020
Demi Adejuyigbe shares his quarantine baking adventures. They discuss improving green bean casserole, the importance of cranberry sauce for acidity, favorite Thanksgiving dishes, baking adventures making pumpkin pie from scratch, the experience of following a detailed recipe, and introduction to 'The Unmarked Graveyard' podcast series.
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Quick takeaways

  • To enhance a green bean casserole, use fresh green beans, make a thin bechamel sauce with sautéed mushrooms and season with soy sauce and fresh herbs before baking.
  • For a flavorful twist on cranberry sauce, incorporate quince and bay leaf into the traditional recipe for a refreshing and fragrant sauce.

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Making Wholesome Green Bean Casserole

To make a more wholesome green bean casserole, start with fresh green beans and lightly blanch them. Make a thin bechamel sauce using flour, butter, and milk. Saute button mushrooms and add them to the bechamel sauce. Season with soy sauce, black pepper, fresh herbs, and top with slow-cooked shallot rings before baking.

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