Home Cooking
Starch Nemesis (with Waffles & Mochi)
Apr 1, 2021
In this episode, the hosts discuss the new Netflix show 'Waffles & Mochi' and Samin's involvement in it. They debate reviving soggy fries and the dilemma of ordering fried food for delivery. They share tips for cooking a sexy dish for a date and explore the controversy of whether a banana is a fruit. The hosts also talk about maraschino cherries and the versatility of raisins in diverse cuisines.
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- Tomato sauce can be made smooth and light red by blending canned crushed tomatoes and passing them through a sieve or food mill, and adding dairy at the end can give it a slightly orange color.
- Raisins can be used in savory dishes like Keshmesh Polo or in Indian cuisine to add sweetness and a unique flavor profile.
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Recreating Grandma's Tomato Sauce
Cecily's grandmother's tomato sauce may be similar to Marcella Hazan's tomato sauce with the addition of butter or cream. The sauce is smooth and light red, and can be achieved by blending canned crushed tomatoes and passing them through a sieve or food mill. The addition of dairy at the end can give the sauce a slightly orange color.
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