Home Cooking
Samin Nosrat & Hrishikesh Hirway
From Samin Nosrat (chef and author of the cookbook Salt Fat Acid Heat) and Hrishikesh Hirway (creator and host of the podcast Song Exploder), Home Cooking is a mini-series to help you figure out what to cook—and keep you company—during the quarantine. If you need help or just want some creative inspiration for your kitchen, we’ve got you covered. Do you have a quarantine cooking question, story, or anxiety you want to share with us? Send a voice memo to us at alittlehomecooking@gmail.com, or call us at 201-241-COOK.
Episodes
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Nov 11, 2020 • 53min
Thanksgiving, Part 1: Sage Wisdom (with Demi Adejuyigbe)
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.
Oct 28, 2020 • 50min
Snacktoberfest (with Sumesh Uncle and Sonoratown)
Dr. Sumesh Uncle Hirway, Ph.D shares tips, Jen Feltham of Sonoratown teaches a tortilla trick, and Samin & Hrishi talk treats. The hosts discuss their favorite Halloween candies, explore different cornmeal preparations, share family recipes, and talk about the comfort of comfort food. They also discuss seasoning and cooking with a cast iron pan, and even dressing up as Samin for Halloween.
Oct 14, 2020 • 51min
Fronds with Benefits (with Jason Mantzoukas)
Actor Jason Mantzoukas, a novice in the kitchen, joins the hosts for a fun discussion. Topics include recreating a delicious salmon dip, using bamboo steamers for sweet potatoes, exploring unknown vegetables, roasting fennel, and seasoning cast iron skillets.
Sep 30, 2020 • 58min
Old Bay Leaves, New Bae Arrives
The hosts discuss their return after a break and their podcast turning into a TV series on Netflix. They experiment with flavor and express newfound love for bay leaves. They share lunch ideas for virtual school and creative ways to use an abundance of Armenian cucumbers. They provide tips for caramelizing onions and express gratitude to listeners.
Aug 19, 2020 • 58min
Kohlrabi: Turnip for What? (with Antoni Porowski)
Queer Eye’s Antoni Porowski talks about pierogis, kohlrabi slaw, and cooking filet mignon with butter. They also discuss transitioning to video episodes, utilizing summer squash, cooking gluten-free vegetarian food, and their love for pierogies.
Aug 5, 2020 • 59min
Gettin’ Jalapeño Business (with Rachel Khong)
Author Rachel Khong joins the hosts to discuss their quest for the best way to cook rice without a rice cooker. They also brainstorm family-friendly recipes with jalapenos, share a quick and easy microwave chocolate cake recipe, and explore the versatility of kimchi and pickled vegetables. The episode ends with delectable recipes, meal ideas, and a creative discussion about poetry-themed ice cream flavors.
Jul 22, 2020 • 60min
I Scream, You Scream, Please Scream Inside Your Heart for Ice Cream (with Nadiya Hussain)
Nadiya Hussain, Great British Bake-Off winner, shares her family's chicken korma recipe. The hosts discuss their culinary experiments, ice cream dreams, and setting up Samin with a potential partner. They also talk about cheesy crackers, using cornmeal, and making a chicken corma dish with slow-cooking and whole spices.
Jul 8, 2020 • 1h 7min
White Fra-chili-ty (with Sam Sanders)
We’re back! The pandemic has extended its run, so we have, too! But now, it’s hot out and everyone’s sweaty and no one wants to turn on their ovens. That’s okay, we have ideas. Plus, the wonderful Sam Sanders (@samsanders) joins us to tell us about his impressive Struggle Frittata, and more.
For recipes and resources, visit homecooking.show/5.
May 6, 2020 • 59min
Guess What? Chicken Butt Is Delicious (with Yo-Yo Ma)
Cellist Yo-Yo Ma discusses comfort, memories, the act of cooking as an act of love, and the art of wrapping food inside other food. The hosts also share recipes for stove top puddings, ideas for satisfying both meat-eaters and vegetarians, using discard sourdough starter for pancakes, the power of music and smells, and how to pronounce and use 'confit'. They express gratitude and reflect on future uncertainty.
Apr 22, 2020 • 1h 3min
Cod Save America (with Wesley Morris and Dr. Sumesh Hirway)
Pulitzer Prize-winning cultural critic Wesley Morris talks about his go-to crumb cake during quarantine. Food safety guidelines for sharing homemade food and enhancing texture for pleasure in eating are discussed. Tips for cooking greens and vegetables, making hummus, and perfecting vinegret are also shared.
