Best Pantry Basics Podcasts (2025)

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From Milk Street Radio: Dining Dos, Dining Don’ts 17:49

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20h ago17:49

17:49

This episode is from our friends at Milk Street Radio. Bon Appétit columnist Maggie Hennessy helps us navigate the new rules of dining out. Is it ever OK to take out your phone? What’s the best way to grab your server’s attention? And how fussy is too fussy? Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices…

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IS FOOD STORAGE SCRIPTURAL? - PART 1 14:29

3d ago14:29

14:29

Is food storage scriptural.... isn't it written in the bible that we shouldn't worry about what we should eat or drink... Isn't it hoarding and putting your trust in self and not God? All this and more coming up in today's episode of the food storage 1.3.1 experience The FOOD STORAGE 1.3.1 EXPERIENCE - Your Go To Podcast on All Things Food Storage.…

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123 // Why Rest Still Feels Like Work For High-Functioning Moms 17:25

5d ago17:25

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You’re resting. You’re doing less. You’re trying to recharge. But your body still feels… heavy. Your mind still spins. And rest isn’t restoring you the way it used to. If you’re a high-functioning mom navigating motherhood, marriage, and business as a female entrepreneur—this episode will feel like a breath of fresh air. We’re unpacking the hidden …

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BENEFITS OF HAVING A FOOD STORAGE IN YOUR HOME -PART 2 13:10

6d ago13:10

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The benefits of having a Food Storage in Your Home continue on EPISODE 3 of THE FOOD STORAGE 1.3.1 EXPERIENCE PODCAST. Tune in right here below. Don't miss listening to Part 1 on THE BENEFITS OF HAVING A FOOD STORAGE IN YOUR HOME in the link below The FOOD STORAGE 1.3.1 EXPERIENCE - Your Go To Podcast on All Things Food Storage. Helping you store a…

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THE BENEFITS OF HAVING A FOOD STORAGE IN YOUR HOME - PART 1 13:26

10d ago13:26

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What are the benefits of having a Food Storage in Your Home? What is Food Storage? Why you should embark on this lifestyle. All this and much more, on EPISODE 2 of THE FOOD STORAGE 1.3.1 EXPERIENCE PODCAST. The FOOD STORAGE 1.3.1 EXPERIENCE - Your Go To Podcast on All Things Food Storage. Helping you store a year's worth of food for your family sta…

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122 // 3 Ways Your Body Is Rejecting the Life You Prayed For 16:53

14d ago16:53

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By Rachel Fernandez | Nervous System Coach, Mom Guilt Expert, Crunchy, WFHM

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BA Bake Club: Banana Pudding Paris-Brest 41:36

15d ago41:36

41:36

By Bon Appétit

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Welcome to the FOOD STORAGE 1.3.1 EXPERIENCE 2:50

18d ago2:50

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Welcome to THE FOOD STORAGE1.3.1 EXPRIENCE. This channel shares The Simple Guide to Stocking Your Home with a Year's Worth of Food for Your Pantry Starting from Scratch. I hope you are inspired to take on this challenge so you can have peace of mind in the knowledge that the people closest to you are well taken care of nutritiously. Follow this lin…

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121 // The Matriarch Memos: I Needed Minerals Not Motivation 8:53

19d ago8:53

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A quick personal drop-in from my kitchen table—because the truth is, the thing I thought was a mindset problem? It was something else entirely. If you’ve been praying for clarity, energy, or peace—and it still feels like you’re spinning… press play. This one’s short, but it might just change the way you see everything. ✴️ DM me the word MOTIVATE to…

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120 // Think You Have a Discipline Problem? Maybe Its THIS Instead 12:08

21d ago12:08

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You’ve tried routines. You’ve prayed harder. You’ve disciplined yourself into the ground. And you’re still tired. In this episode, we’re flipping the script on why you feel like you can’t “keep up”—and what’s actually going on beneath the guilt, the overwhelm, and the exhaustion. If you're a high-capacity mother who secretly wonders why you feel so…

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119 // The Depletion Tactic: How the Enemy Uses Exhaustion to Derail Your Kingdom Calling 18:08

28d ago18:08

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Is your exhaustion just burnout—or a spiritual strategy meant to keep you stuck? In this episode of Rooted & Radiant, Rachel goes deep on how the enemy uses physical depletion as an access point to spiritual disconnection. You’ll learn why your nervous system is more than a vibe—it’s a vessel God wants to resource, not just regulate. If you’re a hi…

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118 // Your Nervous System Is Stunting Your Business (Fix It With This) 16:42

2M ago16:42

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You’ve done the breathwork. You’ve worked on your mindset. You’ve read the books, prayed the prayers, journaled your heart out… and yet your body still feels exhausted. Business still feels heavy. Why? In this episode, I break down the real reason nervous system work hasn’t delivered the breakthrough you’ve been craving—and what you can do instead.…

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BA Bake Club: Peach-Blueberry Crumb Pie 44:19

2M ago44:19

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We'll say it: late summer is peak pie season. And August's Bake Club recipe - for Shilpa's cardamom-laced Peach-Blueberry Crumb Pie - provides an excellent reason to turn your oven on and crank up the AC. In this episode, Shilpa and Jesse commiserate about how frustrating pie crust seemed (at least until Shilpa developed her Actually Perfect Pie Cr…

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117 // The Matriarch Memos: Rest Isn't the Solution to Burnout (& What Is) 6:18

2M ago6:18

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You’re not tired because you’re doing too much. You’re tired because you’re leaking energy—and no amount of “rest” will fix that if you’re skipping regulation. In this mini voice-note-style episode, we unpack the difference between rest and true energetic stewardship. Because high-capacity women need more than a nap… they need to remember how to le…

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116 // Energetic Stewardship: The Nervous System's Role in Your Marriage, Motherhood & Mission 14:42

2M ago14:42

14:42

If your nervous system sets the tone in your home, business, and body… how are you stewarding it? This episode is for the high-capacity, faith-led woman who’s done managing chaos and is ready to embody peace—without betraying her power. Because peace isn’t passive. And leadership isn’t sustainable when you’re energetically bankrupt. Inside this con…

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115 // From the Trenches: Losing Time to Your Business at the Expense of Your Kids? Try This 10:50

2M ago10:50

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Ever tell yourself, “I’ll just check one thing…” and then—bam—you’ve lost 45 minutes and your kid is now covered in flour? Yeah, me too. In this short episode, I’m getting real about the actual reason this keeps happening. It’s not just a discipline issue—and you’re not failing. It’s your nervous system trying to keep you safe in what feels predict…

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114 // Thriving Business, Anxious Body? Why Success Still Feels Like Hustle 19:18

2M ago19:18

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You’ve built the business, hit the milestones, maybe even had your best month yet. On paper, everything is working. But at night? Your brain still won’t shut off. You’re snappy with your kids even when you want to be present. And no matter how much you do, you still feel… behind. In today’s episode, we’re digging into why hustle doesn’t just live i…

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BA Bake Club: Live at the Bell House 22:53

2M ago22:53

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In this bonus episode of BA Bake Club, Jesse and Shilpa take the stage live at the Bell House in Brooklyn, NY to introduce a new audience to the club. They cover the rules of Bake Club and give a sample of the kinds of questions they answer on the podcast - plus share some baking horror stories of their own! Join us on Substack! Listen to the other…

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113 // From the Trenches: I'm Crying More & Why Its a Sign of Nervous System Regulation 5:34

2M ago5:34

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If you've ever been told to “hold it together,” this episode is your permission slip to finally let it fall apart—in the best way. In this deeply personal episode, I unpack what it’s looked like to stop stuffing my feelings, why I’m crying more lately (and why I actually celebrate it), and how that’s directly tied to nervous system regulation, heal…

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112 // 4 Ways to Stop Feeling Behind and Catch Up Without Burnout as a High Achieving Mom 20:30

2M ago20:30

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If you’ve ever thought, “No matter how early I wake up or how much I do, I still feel behind,” this episode is for you. In today’s honest conversation, I break down the hidden broken model modern high achieving moms are operating from—and the 4 peaceful productivity shifts that help you catch up without hustle. We’ll ditch the shame, name the perfe…

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BA Bake Club: No-Knead Cheddar-Jalapeño Loaf 30:07

3M ago30:07

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For July's bake, you all brought out your dutch ovens to make Jesse's crusty-yet-tender Cheddar Jalepeño loaf. On this episode, Shilpa and Jesse break down the process of making this same-day, no-knead bread and answer listener questions about overnight proofing, filling options, and more! Join our new Substack chat! Watch Jesse demonstrate the str…

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From the Trenches // The Mindset Shift I Needed to Finally Grasp Gratitude (and Actually Keep It) 7:04

3M ago7:04

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I used to feel like I was constantly chasing the next milestone—waiting for life to finally feel easier. In this episode, I’m sharing a simple but powerful mindset shift that helped me stop rushing past my own answered prayers and finally sink into gratitude. 🎧 Come listen as I share this quick story and how it’s helping me slow down, see the beaut…

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111 // Does God Care If You're Happy, Mama? The Surprising Answer 18:09

3M ago18:09

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There’s a common belief floating around that God doesn’t care about your happiness—only your sanctification or growth. But is that what Scripture really says? In this episode, Rachel dives into a new perspective on happiness and joy from a biblical lens, explores how Jesus modeled meeting his own needs during ministry, and challenges you to rethink…

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From the Trenches // This Negative Thought Keeps You Feeling Like a Failing Mom 9:06

3M ago9:06

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There is a sneaky, subtle thought that is keeping you stuck in the cycle of feeling like a failure every day. In this quick voice-note style episode, I’m sharing something that has come up for me and my clients time and time again, why you may not be aware of this thought, and the damage it does. You really can feel like a good mom again and stop t…

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110 // Mom Rage Creates Angry Homes - 3 Nervous System Truths to Shift From Anger to Calm 22:51

3M ago22:51

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Ever feel like the weight of your household rests entirely on your shoulders? That how you show up determines how everyone else in your home shows up too? That’s because it does—and not in a guilt-trip way. In a powerful, reclaim-your-peace way. In this episode, I’m sharing 3 nervous system truths every mama needs to hear when life feels loud, chao…

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From The Trenches // When the Smallest Things Set You Off (And You Hate the Mom Rage) 8:48

3M ago8:48

8:48

Welcome to From the Trenches mini-episodes! I aim for these brief, unscripted thoughts to reach you from my phone to yours as if we were girlfriends just swapping voice memos. Wanna respond? Shoot me a message over on IG @coachrachelfernandez letting me know what you think! Here's what we're talking about today: Ever find yourself losing it over so…

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109 // The Hidden Secret of Self Care That Keeps You Tired, Mama 17:04

3M ago17:04

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You’re doing “all the right things”—the bubble baths, the breaks, the self-care routines. So why do you still feel like an exhausted mom? In this episode, I unpack the hidden reason your self-care might not be working—and the real shift that tired moms need to feel grounded, energized, and like themselves again. Hint: it’s not more alone time or an…

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From the Trenches // Thoughts on Grieving Amidst the Texas Hill Country Tragedy 8:20

4M ago8:20

8:20

Welcome to FROM THE TRENCHES mini-episodes—a brief, unscripted voice note from my heart to yours. This one is raw, tender, and anchored in a mama’s deepest fear and her fiercest faith. In this episode, I share my real-time thoughts as I process the tragic floodwaters that swept through Camp Mystic in Texas and the girls who are still missing. We ta…

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108 // The Real Reason I Hit Pause (And Why It’s Hard to Admit) 20:49

4M ago20:49

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In this honest reentry episode, I (Rachel) share the behind-the-scenes truth of why I paused my business, what life has looked like over the past few months, and how I'm rebuilding from a more rooted, radiant place. This episode is for the anxious mama who feels like what used to work just isn’t working anymore—and who’s craving a gentler, deeper r…

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BA Bake Club: Hummingbird Cake 41:19

4M ago41:19

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June's bake, the delightfully tropical Hummingbird Cake, was the first Bake Club layer cake, and our listeners had questions! Jesse and Shilpa dig in to this iconic Southern cake and explain the differences between our recipe and the classic. Plus, they're joined by Great British Bake Off S1 winner Edd Kimber to answer a listener question and talk …

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I Need Recipes for Vacation, Friday Night, and More 41:35

4M ago41:35

41:35

In this episode, Chris and Amiel Stanek answer a mix of questions from our inbox, about cooking in an AirBnb, Castelvetrano olives, what to do with a surplus of nuts, and more. Recipes & Links: Chris Morocco's Extremely Extra Travel Coffee Kit Sizzling Turmeric-Dill Fish Tacos Date-Almond Party Snack Kale Salad with Pecan Vinaigrette Aromatic Rice …

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BA Bake Club: Coffee Cake Scones 42:37

5M ago42:37

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Put on the kettle, grab your finest Earl Grey, and join Jesse & Shilpa to discuss their recipe for Coffee Cake Scones. They'll discuss the recipe development process (and the existential journey it took them on), answer questions from bake clubbers, and introduce listeners to New Orleans-based recipe developer and pastry chef Bronwen Wyatt... who A…

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I Need to Up My Salad Game (rerun) 31:40

5M ago31:40

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Shivani LOVES salad. But by Friday, the lettuce she bought on Monday is just... sad. To help Shivani get a fresh, crisp salad on the table every night, Chris calls on Jess Damuck, the cookbook author behind Salad Freak and Health Nut. The key? Rethinking what a salad can be. Recipes & Links: Cantaloupe, Cucumbers, Lime, and Mint Watermelon Salad wi…

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I Need a Dinner Party Menu 36:18

5M ago36:18

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We get messages in our inbox ALL the time from listeners who have planned dinner parties, picnics, and other gatherings... but want our advice on what to serve. So this week, Chris is joined by hostess-with-the-mostess Kendra Vaculin to tackle a bevy of listener questions and menu-plan for strawberry-picking lunches, murder mystery dinner parties, …

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I Need Leafy Greens 34:54

5M ago34:54

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Natalie and her husband are capable, adventurous cooks, but they can't seem to get leafy greens on the menu outside of a salad. So Chris and Kendra Vaculin team up to sell Natalie on their favorite greens and techniques. Recipes & Links: Lemony Tortellini Soup with Spinach and Dill Salmon Rice Bowl with Green Curry Creamed Spinach Mostly Chard Tiny…

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BA Bake Club: Millionaire's Shortbread 38:32

6M ago38:32

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Join Jesse and Shilpa to dive into each layer of Jesse's decadent, pantry-friendly Millionaire's Shortbread and answer questions from bake clubbers. Starting with the key differences that make this shortbread extra-toasty and tender, this episode travels through Jesse's caramel-studded past and obsession with the perfect, aesthetic slice. Recipes &…

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Is Spring Produce Actually Good? 39:53

6M ago39:53

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Spring has sprung, but Chris isn’t sure spring produce is actually worth the hype. So noted asparagus enthusiast Shilpa Uskokovic joins him to gush about the joys of the season. They’ll also answer listener questions about ramps, managing the first few weeks of CSA season, and more. Recipes & Links: Crispy Miso-Butter Fish With Asparagus Grilled As…

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I Need a Weeknight-Friendly Pantry (rerun) 31:24

6M ago31:24

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Gillian has found herself working from home permanently and finds getting to the grocery store just isn't what it used to be. So, she's turned to Chris and Shilpa to help her stock her pantry and get her out of her weeknight rut. Recipes featured in the episode: Jammy Onion and Miso Pasta Creamy Tahini and Harissa Beef Hummus Bowls with Merguez-Spi…

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I Need Matzo Ball Soup 34:20

7M ago34:20

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Janae has been struggling to make the perfect matzo balls for 6 Passovers now. What's worse, even though everything else on Janae's seder table is delicious, her mother-in-law won't let her forget her matzo ball fails. So Janae turns to Chris & Kate Kassin for help making tender, fluffy dumplings that won't fall apart in her soup. Recipes & Links: …

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BA Bake Club: Pistachio Bundt Cake 40:26

7M ago40:26

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Pistachios are Having A Moment. And Shilpa LOVES cake. Enter: the tender, flavorful Pistachio Bundt Cake. Jesse and Shilpa break down why this blender cake (and other nut-based cakes) work and address listener questions, including the one on everyone's mind this month: how to properly grease a bundt pan so your cake comes out in one piece, every ti…

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I Need Elevated Weeknight Meals (Rerun) 30:19

7M ago30:19

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Cait often devotes her weekends to involved kitchen projects that yield restaurant-quality results. But she's looking to bring that feeling into her weeknights, when time is harder to come by. Chris enlists Kendra Vaculin's help to give Cait's weeknight cooking that chefy quality she's been missing. Recipes & Links: Meatball Soup with Beef Stew Vib…

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I Need Plant-Based Protein 27:39

7M ago27:39

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George has heard that quinoa is a high-protein superfood, but he's never been able to cook it right. Chris and Shilpa step up to help answer the question behind his SOS. See, while quinoa is higher-protein than other grains, there are better options when it comes to plant-based protein. So Chris and Shilpa try to get George on board with lentils an…

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Back to Basics: The Cooking Mindset 43:17

7M ago43:17

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Welcome to Back to Basics Week! All week, Chris and his Bon Appétit colleagues are answering listener questions about the fundamentals of cooking, to help level you up as a home cook. In this final installment, Chris and Shilpa talk about the intangibles of cooking— how to get into the right mindset, manage your time efficiently, and course correct…

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Back to Basics: Mastering Sauces 38:28

7M ago38:28

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Welcome to Back to Basics Week! All week, Chris and his Bon Appétit colleagues are answering listener questions about the fundamentals of cooking, to help level you up as a home cook. Today, Chris and sauce king Jesse Szewczyk stir up a discussion on the wide world of sauces, dressings, glazes, and more. They dive in to aromatics, making the case f…

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Back to Basics: The Perfect Pot of Rice (Or Any Other Grain You Can Think Of) 36:45

7M ago36:45

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Welcome to Back to Basics Week! All week, Chris and his Bon Appétit colleagues are answering listener questions about the fundamentals of cooking, to help level you up as a home cook. Why is making stovetop rice so dang hard?! Today, Chris and Kendra Vaculin address the world of grains, including how to make the perfect pot of rice and why the pack…

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From the Trenches // Navigating the Hard with Grace 14:08

7M ago14:08

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Welcome to From the Trenches mini-episodes! I aim for these brief, unscripted thoughts to reach you from my phone to yours as if we were girlfriends just swapping voice memos. Wanna respond? Shoot me a message over on IG @coachrachelfernandez letting me know what you think! BOOK A FREE DISCOVERY CALL What if there was a way to heal your nervous sys…

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Back to Basics: Conquer Protein 34:10

7M ago34:10

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Welcome to Back to Basics Week! All week, Chris and his Bon Appétit colleagues are answering listener questions about the fundamentals of cooking, to help level you up as a home cook. Animal proteins can be the most expensive part of your dish, and that's a lot of pressure. So today, Chris and Amiel Stanek are here to make perfection attainable, fr…

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Back to Basics: Get Your Head (and Kitchen) in the Game 41:25

8M ago41:25

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Welcome to Back to Basics Week! All week, Chris and his Bon Appétit colleagues are answering listener questions about the fundamentals of cooking, to help level you up as a home cook. Today, Chris and Shilpa Uskokovic break down how to really read a recipe — and what some common recipe language means. Then, they'll talk about the basic equipment th…

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107 // 10 Simple Ways to Curate Joy and Calm Your Nervous System with Michelle Byrd 47:30

8M ago47:30

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Struggling to find joy amidst the busy of motherhood? If you're finding your overwhelm and triggers outweighing those joyful moments, you've got to listen to this episode. Michelle Byrd of the Busy Vibrant Mom podcast is here to share 10 simple hacks to curate intentional joy in your everyday--no matter how busy you may feel. Grab your earbuds and …

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From the Trenches // Shifting the Narrative of Motherhood 9:48

8M ago9:48

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Welcome to the first ever From the Trenches mini-episode! I aim for these brief, unscripted thoughts to reach you from my phone to yours as if we were girlfriends just swapping voice memos. Wanna respond? Shoot me a message over on IG @coachrachelfernandez letting me know what you think! BOOK A FREE DISCOVERY CALL What if there was a way to heal yo…