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Food FAQ - Recipes for the Home Cook (The food podcast with a sense of humor)

Food FAQ - Recipes for the Home Cook (The food podcast with a sense of humor)

Food FAQ with Mariela & Eric 229 episodes Nov 5, 2026

Food FAQ is a home-cooking podcast hosted by Mariela and Eric. It helps listeners move beyond random online recipes and develop practical kitchen skills, confidence, and intuition. Episodes focus on accessible, budget-friendly meals and proven recipes that work reliably at home. The show combines cooking guidance with a sense of humor and encourages cooks of all levels to explore food in their own way.

Episodes

Greek Yogurt Banana Bread: What Happens When You Ditch Vegetable Oil Entirely?
Greek Yogurt Banana Bread: What Happens When You Ditch Vegetable Oil Entirely? Nov 5, 2026 8:45 Over 70% of home bakers agree that Greek yogurt is the ultimate secret to ultra-moist quick breads without adding extra fats! 🍌✨   Ok, so we make up yogurt statistics…BUT   Today, we're taking on a brilliant oil-free spin with Eric's yogurt banana bread.    This healthy banana bread recipe swaps heavy oils for creamy yogurt to create a moist banana bread recipe that feels lavish without breaking y
Pumpkin Bars Recipe: What Happens When You Skip the Fussy Pie Crust Entirely?
Pumpkin Bars Recipe: What Happens When You Skip the Fussy Pie Crust Entirely? Oct 15, 2026 15:18 Eighty percent of home bakers prefer 8”x13” pan bars over fussing with pie crust! 🎃✨ We are skipping the pie drama with Sallys baking addiction pumpkin bars.  This easy pumpkin dessert is the ultimate pumpkin pie alternative for a budget friendly fall baking project.  Grab canned pumpkin puree and whip up soft pumpkin bars.  Hit play and bake with us! Let’s keep the kitchen talk
Protein Mini Muffins: The One Hidden Ingredient That Sneaks Nutrition Past Picky Eaters
Protein Mini Muffins: The One Hidden Ingredient That Sneaks Nutrition Past Picky Eaters Sep 24, 2026 10:23 Morning school rushes are hard enough without fighting over breakfast!" 🎒✨   Today, we’re upgrading a classic mini muffin recipe inspired by Sally's Baking Addiction with extra protein for a back to school breakfast win!   These healthy kids breakfast bites are a total game changer for picky eater breakfast ideas.    Whip up a batch of high protein baking magic right now.    Hit play! Let’s k
Dolly Parton Cake Recipe: Why This Viral Steel Magnolias Dessert Tastes Like Pure Nostalgia
Dolly Parton Cake Recipe: Why This Viral Steel Magnolias Dessert Tastes Like Pure Nostalgia Sep 10, 2026 10:24 A cuppa flour, a cuppa sugar, a cuppa fruit cocktail, and bake it till it’s done!" 🎸🍑   Today, we’re honoring the legendary Dolly Parton’s famous Cuppa Cuppa Cuppa cake.    This viral Steel Magnolias cake requires only a few pantry staples for a budget friendly baking project.    It's an easy southern dessert that tastes like pure nostalgia.    Hit play! Let’s keep the kitchen talk going!   SOC
Chicken Costoletta Sauce Recipe: How to Make Decadent Restaurant-Style Sauce Without Breaking the Bank
Chicken Costoletta Sauce Recipe: How to Make Decadent Restaurant-Style Sauce Without Breaking the Bank Aug 13, 2026 8:42 Why pay restaurant chain prices when we can make the very same magic (if not better) at home!? 🍋✨   That’s why we are recreating the iconic chicken costoletta recipe inspired by the Cheesecake Factory at home today!     This copycat cheesecake factory recipe takes the best parts of this dish (the luscious creamy lemon sauce) and demystifies it so you can indulge for much less at home.    It is an
Homemade Ketchup Recipe: The One Unexpected Ingredient That Changes Everything
Homemade Ketchup Recipe: The One Unexpected Ingredient That Changes Everything Aug 6, 2026 15:25 Store-bought bottled sauces have nothing on a fresh batch from scratch! 🍅✨   Today, are making an incredible homemade BBQ recipe inspired by Alex Guarnaschelli.   This gourmet BBQ recipe features unexpected ingredients for a budget friendly condiment that completely transforms your next get together.    Grab your pantry staples and whip up an easy homemade condiment right now. Hit play! Let’s
Lemon Basil Snacking Cake: What Happens When You Bake With Fresh Herbs and Bright Citrus?
Lemon Basil Snacking Cake: What Happens When You Bake With Fresh Herbs and Bright Citrus? Jul 30, 2026 8:56 A kitchen counter without a snacking cake is just a sad little room! 🍋🌿   Today, we’re baking an unexpected lemon basil snacking cake!    This easy snacking cake recipe brings bright citrus and fresh herbs together for a budget friendly dessert that feels entirely luxurious and unique.    Bake a simple single layer summer cake recipe that delights guests and satisfies afternoon cravings.    Click
Bring Big Southern Energy to Your Next Cookout With Just One Pan of Peach Goodness
Bring Big Southern Energy to Your Next Cookout With Just One Pan of Peach Goodness Jul 23, 2026 9:40 Summer without a warm peach crisp is just a missed opportunity! 🍑✨   Whip out your inner Blanche Devereaux, because today we're talking about an easy peach crisp recipe!    This easy peach crisp is our absolute go-to for a budget friendly dessert that screams luxury.    Grab fresh fruit and whip up a rustic summer dessert with a buttery oat topping. It’s the ultimate fresh peach crisp for your nex
Why Molly Baz’s "Triple Threat” Garlic Bread Will Change Your Life
Why Molly Baz’s "Triple Threat” Garlic Bread Will Change Your Life Jul 16, 2026 9:08 Garlic bread is the love language of every dinner party! 🍞🧄   We’re making the iconic Molly Baz garlic bread today.    This triple threat garlic bread uses roasted garlic and grated garlic butter on rich challah bread.    It’s an easy garlic bread that feels like elevated comfort food.    This garlic bread recipe is budget friendly and absolutely perfect for your next summer side dish rotation.   
How to Build a Restaurant-Quality Caprese Sandwich For A Budget-Friendly Picnic
How to Build a Restaurant-Quality Caprese Sandwich For A Budget-Friendly Picnic Jul 9, 2026 4:51 A sandwich can either be a sad desk meal or a total vacation in your mouth! 🥪🍅   That’s why we’re elevating the classic caprese sandwich with a twist today!   This easy summer lunch is incredibly cost effective and portable, making it the best caprese sandwich for your next picnic.    Learn how to build a crowd pleasing sandwich that feels like a gourmet on a budget.    Click play to upgrade your
The Pesto Recipe Switch You Need to Get Through Summer (While Saving Some Coins)
The Pesto Recipe Switch You Need to Get Through Summer (While Saving Some Coins) Jul 2, 2026 4:47 Pine nuts are great, but our wallets prefer a smart, delicious pivot any day of the week! 🌿🍝   That’s why today, we’re crafting a vibrant walnut pesto recipe that redefines what easy pesto sauce can be.    This budget friendly pesto is our secret for summer pasta recipes that taste like pure luxury.   Discover the perfect nut substitute for pesto to create a savory no cook sauce in minutes.   This
The Crunchy (Easy) Potato Salad Recipe That’ll Keep ALL the Summer BBQ Invites Rolling In
The Crunchy (Easy) Potato Salad Recipe That’ll Keep ALL the Summer BBQ Invites Rolling In Jun 25, 2026 7:10   A picnic without a great potato salad is just a lunch meeting! 🥗🥔   That's why today, we’re sharing a crunchy, summery potato salad for a crowd!.    Potluck side dish ideas can be a drag to come up with, so we're doing all the work for you!    It’s the best summer potato salad for every summer BBQ side dish rotation.    It’s affordable, iconic, and absolutely legendary!   Listen now! Let’s k

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