
The Rachel Hollis Podcast 907 | Testing a New Cookbook, I Almost Got Arrested, You Guys Sent SO Many Postcards!!
Nov 11, 2025
Get ready for some kitchen chaos as Rachel chats about her new cooking format while navigating a home renovation. She improvises a baked halibut recipe without a food processor, showcasing her culinary creativity. Listeners' postcards bring heartwarming stories of personal achievements, and Rachel hilariously recounts a mix-up with a fake arrest notice. Plus, a taste-test of Martha Stewart's salted chocolate caramel cake adds a sweet twist to the fun. Join the laughter and inspiration, and don’t forget to send in your postcards!
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Starting A Home-Cooking Chat Show
- Rachel describes launching a new YouTube-format show where she cooks, chats, and tests recipes amid home renovations.
- She emphasizes making the concept work in imperfect spaces to show listeners it's doable at home.
Emotional Wins In A Remodel
- Rachel shares the emotional progress of her home remodel, from subfloor and plastic sheeting to painted dining room and new floors.
- She describes her partner Kez's obsessive cleaning and the relief when coverings finally came down.
Make Pesto With Basic Tools
- Rachel shows how to make pesto without a food processor using simple tools and persistence.
- She demonstrates smashing pine nuts and roughly chopping ingredients to get a usable sauce.


