Dinner SOS by Bon Appétit

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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