Everyday Cooks Recipe Club

Kelly Smith

Welcome to Everyday Cooks Recipe Club—a fun, no-pressure cooking podcast for home cooks of all levels who love discovering easy recipes, helpful kitchen tips, and the occasional hilarious cooking mishap. We’re Kelly and Stephanie, two friends who started a cooking club to make our dinners more exciting and now we’re inviting you to pull up a chair and join us. Here’s the deal: Every month, one of us picks a recipe. It could be a cozy family favorite, a new dish we’ve never tried, or something that pushes us out of our comfort zone. We each make it in our own kitchens, navigating grocery shopping adventures, ingredient swaps, and plenty of “learning moments” along the way. Then we get together to dish on: ~Why we chose it ~How the shopping went ~The steps that made us cheer, laugh, or groan ~The tweaks we’d try next time ~Whether it’s destined to become a weeknight staple or a one-time experiment That’s our main monthly episode, a recipe deep dive with real talk about what worked and what didn’t. The rest of the month, you’ll get short and snackable episodes filled with quick meal ideas, time-saving cooking tips, kitchen gadget finds, and simple recipes you can make anytime. Think of them as the side dishes to our main course. If you’re looking for a home cooking podcast that feels more like chatting with friends in the kitchen than watching a polished cooking show, you’re in the right place. We believe great food doesn’t have to be complicated, mistakes make the best stories, and every home cook deserves a little club of their own. So grab your spatula, pour yourself something tasty, and hit play. Welcome to Everyday Cooks Recipe Club where we’re sharing recipes, tips, and laughs one month at a time, with plenty of delicious detours along the way.

  1. 3d ago

    Easy And Delicious Fall Pumpkin Recipe Ideas

    It’s officially fall, which means it is pumpkin season!! So in this episode of Everyday Cooks Recipe Club, Stephanie and Kelly talk about a variety of pumpkin recipes to inspire your fall baking. Plus Stephanie brings us one recipe you didn’t see coming! In this episode, we talk about: Roasting a fresh pumpkin vs canned puree pumpkinA recipe for pumpkin muffins from Preppy Kitchen with a little twistDoes anyone know the difference between a cupcake and a muffin?How Stephanie uses the Betty Crocker Banana Bread recipe to make pumpkin bread - she just switches out the banana for pumpkinClassic pumpkin pie and how you really do need evaporated milkWatch out - there is a difference between pumpkin puree and pumpkin pie filling3 ingredient pumpkin cookies: cake mix, pumpkin puree and chipsA 'back of the package' recipe for pumpkin cheesecakePumpkin pancakes are as easy as adding ½ a can of pumpkin puree to your pancake mixA surprise recipe: pumpkin mac and cheese Resources & Links https://www.youtube.com/watch?is=KINUSMNOdMZx8LRG&v=XI_sHPitMGA&feature=youtu.be https://www.bettycrocker.com/recipes/banana-bread/51427396-6764-4b0a-a73a-78c683c703d2 https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/13711/homemade-fresh-pumpkin-pie/ https://tastesbetterfromscratch.com/pumpkin-pie-with-caramel-pecan-topping/ https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/282143/pumpkin-cake-mix-cookies-with-chocolate-chips/ https://www.kraftheinz.com/en-CA/philadelphia/recipes/554798-pumpkin-swirl-cheesecake https://www.thepioneerwoman.com/food-cooking/recipes/a44120097/pumpkin-mac-and-cheese-recipe/ Support the Show If you loved this episode, please follow the podcast, leave a review, and share it with a friend who loves to cook. It helps our little cooking club grow and keeps us inspired to bring you more recipes each month! Thank you for your support! Disclaimer Everyday Cooks Recipe Club is a podcast for home cooks who love exploring new recipes and sharing the experience. We feature recipes from talented chefs, cookbook authors, and food creators, always giving full credit to the original source. We do not claim ownership of these recipes, and we encourage listeners to support the chefs by purchasing their cookbooks or visiting their websites or social channels. For copyright reasons, we do not share full recipes in our show notes. Instead, we talk about our own cooking experiences, tips, and takeaways. Credit Original Music by Matthew J. Smith Recipe Testers are Matt, Ryan, Matt and Cameron

  2. Sep 22

    Cook Once, Eat 3 Times: Smart Meal Prep Strategies for Busy Weeks

    In this episode of Everyday Cooks Recipe Club, Stephanie and Kelly talk about maximizing your time in the kitchen. Spend the time one day cooking a base ingredient in order to make the next 3 days of meals a breeze. We share ideas for cooking one base ingredient and turning it into three completely different meals. The secret is to change the flavor profiles, textures and temperatures so each meal feels like a fresh meal. In this episode, we talk about: Batch cooking a specific ingredient like rice, veggies, pork, ground beef/ground turkey, salmon or chickenKeeping the base seasoning neutral (only salt and pepper) so you can change the flavor profile for each mealTransforming the texture for the second and third mealsChange the temperature for one of the mealsUse different spices or sauce for each meal to change the vibe and keep it fresh Resources & Links Following are the ideas we reference in the episode: Pork Chops (make 6) Grilled pork chops, mashed potatoes and saladDice pork chops to make pork fried riceSlice the last 2 pork chops thinly to make a sandwich Roasted Chicken (or rotisserie chicken) Chicken EnchiladasChicken Cobb SaladChicken Stir Fry Slow-Cooker Pork Shoulder Pulled Pork Carnitas TacosBBQ Pulled Pork Baked Potatoes or SlidersPork & Vegetable Stir Fry Bulk Ground Beef (or Turkey) Tacos or Burrito BowlsCheesy Pasta Bake or Spaghetti BologneseKorean Beef Rice Bowls Roasted Salmon (or Trout) Warm Salmon Filets with Roasted Veggies and QuinoaCold Salmon and Avocado Salad BowlsCrispy Salmon Cakes/Patties with a salad Sheet-Pan Roasted Mediterranean Vegetables Sheet-Pan Veggie and Chickpea Pita PocketRoasted Vegetable Pesto PastsMediterranean Grain Bowl or Frittata https://www.mealplanvault.com/blog/budget-friendly-batch-cooking-ingredient-reuse Support the Show If you loved this episode, please follow the podcast, leave a review, and share it with a friend who loves to cook. It helps our little cooking club grow and keeps us inspired to bring you more recipes each month! Thank you for your support! Disclaimer Everyday Cooks Recipe Club is a podcast for home cooks who love exploring new recipes and sharing the experience. We feature recipes from talented chefs, cookbook authors, and food creators, always giving full credit to the original source. We do not claim ownership of these recipes, and we encourage listeners to support the chefs by purchasing their cookbooks or visiting their websites or social channels. For copyright reasons, we do not share full recipes in our show notes. Instead, we talk about our own cooking experiences, tips, and takeaways. Credit Original Music by Matthew J. Smith Recipe Testers are Matt, Ryan, Matt and Cameron

  3. Sep 15

    Classic, Homemade Chili So Easy You Don’t Need a Recipe!

    In this episode of Everyday Cooks Recipe Club, Stephanie and Kelly talk about chili - Texas Chili, Chili Beans, Football Chili, however you refer to it, we are ready to talk about it. Chili is an easy and comforting meal, whether you make it on the stove or in the slow cooker. It’s a perfect recipe for fall and football season and it couldn’t be easier to make! In this episode, we talk about: Making chili in the slow cooker instead of on the stoveUsing chili spice mixes versus making your own blendUsing Nomato Sauce instead of canned tomatoesAdding pumpkin to your chiliUsing unsweetened cocoa powder in your chiliSuggested toppings for your chili barHow Kelly is on a roll with making up her own recipesThe basics to make chili: ground beef, beans, chili seasoning, tomatoesIf you don’t like beans, then leave them out!Vegetarian or Vegan chili ideasDon’t forget about making chili dogs with your leftover chili Resources & Links Classic Recipes https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kohQm8IfE7M https://www.youtube.com/shorts/oUgTYBRML2k?is=0zNR-PqMdO2iSTDV Chugwater Chili (Seasoning used by Stephanie) https://www.chugwaterchili.com/blogs/recipes Vegan Chili: https://rainbowplantlife.com/vegan-chili/#wprm-recipe-container-17575 Pumpkin Chili Recipe: https://www.thepioneerwoman.com/food-cooking/recipes/a36973563/pumpkin-chili-recipe/ Nomato Sauce Recipe: https://healmedelicious.com/classic-nomato-sauce-aip/ Support the Show If you loved this episode, please follow the podcast, leave a review, and share it with a friend who loves to cook. It helps our little cooking club grow and keeps us inspired to bring you more recipes each month! Thank you for your support! Disclaimer Everyday Cooks Recipe Club is a podcast for home cooks who love exploring new recipes and sharing the experience. We feature recipes from talented chefs, cookbook authors, and food creators, always giving full credit to the original source. We do not claim ownership of these recipes, and we encourage listeners to support the chefs by purchasing their cookbooks or visiting their websites or social channels. For copyright reasons, we do not share full recipes in our show notes. Instead, we talk about our own cooking experiences, tips, and takeaways. Credit Original Music by Matthew J. Smith Recipe Testers are Matt, Ryan, Matt and Cameron

  4. Sep 8

    Tuna Noodle Casserole, an Easy, Budget Friendly Weeknight Dinner

    In this episode of Everyday Cooks Recipe Club, Stephanie and Kelly talk about the nostalgic comfort food, tuna noodle casserole. We dust off the recipe for this iconic pantry staple to see if it should be in your rotation. We talk about the classic ways to make the dish as well as some ways to elevate the dish. Plus Kelly brings us a bonus recipe! In this episode, we talk about: How this dish is classic, how it stretches and is affordableHow most tuna noodle casserole recipes include peas and use a can of cream of mushroom soupSome recipes use egg noodles while others use various shaped pastaWe recommend not using peas and instead use broccoli or edamame or asparagusKelly made the cream sauce from scratch and it wasn’t hard!The recipe Kelly followed has secret ingredients: dijon mustard and (smoked) paprikaKelly recommends adding fresh chopped jalapeños or sriracha to the dish to finish itStephanie used Amish whole wheat noodles instead of traditional egg noodles that she got at the farmStephanie’s twist on the dish was to add mushrooms, use a can of cream of chicken soup, frozen edamame, asparagus and Italian seasoningKelly brings us a bonus recipe: a cold tuna pasta saladShe made up her own recipe because she couldn’t find exactly what she wanted and it turned out pretty good Resources & Links https://www.thisgalcooks.com/the-best-tuna-casserole-recipe/ https://www.allrecipes.com/article/how-to-make-tuna-noodle-casserole/ Kelly’s Tuna Pasta Salad Ingredients 2 cups bow-tie pasta ½ cup cucumber diced ¼ cup diced red onion ½ cup diced tomatoes 1 Jalapeno pepper 2 cans tuna Sauce ¾ cup plain greek yogurt Juice from half a lemon 1-2 tsp garlic powder 1-2 tsp salt Pepper to taste Directions Boil pasta. Chop veggies and put into a bowl. Add tuna. Mix the ingredients to make the sauce. Pour the sauce over the chopped veggies and tuna. Mix well and chill before serving. Support the Show If you loved this episode, please follow the podcast, leave a review, and share it with a friend who loves to cook. It helps our little cooking club grow and keeps us inspired to bring you more recipes each month! Thank you for your support! Disclaimer Everyday Cooks Recipe Club is a podcast for home cooks who love exploring new recipes and sharing the experience. We feature recipes from talented chefs, cookbook authors, and food creators, always giving full credit to the original source. We do not claim ownership of these recipes, and we encourage listeners to support the chefs by purchasing their cookbooks or visiting their websites or social channels. For copyright reasons, we do not share full recipes in our show notes. Instead, we talk about our own cooking experiences, tips, and takeaways. Credit Original Music by Matthew J. Smith Recipe Testers are Matt, Ryan, Matt and Cameron

  5. Sep 1

    Your Guide to Hatch Green Chili

    In this episode of Everyday Cooks Recipe Club, Kelly and Stephanie walk you through how to buy, prepare and make Colorado Green Chili, a cultural staple. It’s hatch green chili season! In this episode, we talk about: Our connection to Colorado Green ChiliHow to buy green chiliWhat to do with all your green chili once you get homeGreat ways to use green chili in your everyday recipes. If you’ve ever been curious about buying freshly roasted green chili from a roadside vendor, join us for this conversation! Resources & Links https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oTEP3iL6v_0 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ICWVrxTVp4Q https://www.youtube.com/shorts/D0I4pPDhBbc If there are recipes you want us to try or questions you want to ask, email us at everydaycooksrecipeclub@gmail.com Support the Show If you loved this episode, please follow the podcast, leave a review, and share it with a friend who loves to cook. It helps our little cooking club grow and keeps us inspired to bring you more recipes each month! Thank you for your support! Disclaimer Everyday Cooks Recipe Club is a podcast for home cooks who love exploring new recipes and sharing the experience. We feature recipes from talented chefs, cookbook authors, and food creators, always giving full credit to the original source. We do not claim ownership of these recipes, and we encourage listeners to support the chefs by purchasing their cookbooks or visiting their websites or social channels. For copyright reasons, we do not share full recipes in our show notes. Instead, we talk about our own cooking experiences, tips, and takeaways. Credit Original Music by Matthew J. Smith Thank you to our favorite recipe testers: Matt, Ryan, Matt and Cameron

  6. Aug 25

    A Guide to Easy Weeknight Dinners

    In this episode of Everyday Cooks Recipe Club, Stephanie and Kelly talk about easy weeknight dinners. Back to school season is here and that means busier schedules. We did some research to make your life easier. We outline four core requirements every meal must meet to make your dinner easy, delicious and stress free, not to mention tasty! We also have links below for 20 recipe ideas for easy weeknight dinners. In this episode, we talk about: Planning is the first step to successful weeknight dinnersFigure out your desired meals, see what is in your pantry and make your grocery listSplurge for grocery delivery - you are worth it!For the day of, make sure you have all the ingredients ready for your meal, including your defrosted meatAre there shortcuts you can utilize like canned or jarred foods or dried spicesStart the longest to cook parts of the meal first so everything is ready at the same timeSee if you can you ingredient prep over the weekend to help weeknight meals come together quickerThe “Winning Formula” - 4 components that make meals quick and easyCrispy Pork Noodles (pound of ground pork, ramen noodles)Smashed Meatball Subs (meatball mixture spread on bread, sauce and cheese)Shrimp and zucchini dish (A Stephanie original recipe)Ground turkey, asparagus and pasta (A Stephanie original recipe) Resources & Links AllRecipes https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lWqYFp8rf2Y Healthy Elizabeth 15 minutes https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OvkQeww3KjY 30 minutes https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=32C2Y8hKzZE Other ideas https://youtube.com/shorts/dPrr47droD4?is=fe5qBUjkKeg4F_gE https://youtube.com/shorts/H1Pi1OjQlgg?is=nLiqgJ_VSJPaXDwv https://youtube.com/shorts/_SaMoo7auQ0?is=lkgJlx44tmhp3x6q https://youtube.com/shorts/RoENgvU6GkQ?is=2q6T5l_M_mETr3-v Previous Episode Homemade Meatballs vs Store Bought Meatballs https://everyday-cooks-recipe.captivate.fm/episode/meatballs-homemade-vs-store-bought Stephanie’s Recipes Shrimp, zucchini and pasta 2 lbs of frozen raw shrimpExtra Virgin Olive OilButterWhole zucchini chopped into bite size piecesAsparagus chopped into bite size pieces½ cup of mushrooms (optional)Salt & PepperFresh garlic or garlic powder¼ cup grated parm cheeseGoodles Noodles shells Boil shrimp, but under cook Boil Goodles Noodles 8 ounce In a pan add all veggies and then garlic, salt and pepper Mix shrimp into pan Add parmesan cheese Add pasta Garnish with red pepper flakes, panko w/ butter, parsley, green onions Ground turkey with asparagus and pasta Boil water to cook pasta Put ground turkey in a skillet cook. Once done, put aside Cook asparagus in a pan with butter and Extra Virgin Olive Oil Add ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese Add pasta back into dish mix and serve Support the Show If you loved this episode, please follow the podcast, leave a review, and share it with a friend who loves to cook. It helps our little cooking club grow and keeps us inspired to bring you more recipes each month! Thank you for your support! Disclaimer Everyday Cooks Recipe Club is a podcast for home cooks who love exploring new recipes and sharing the experience. We feature recipes from talented chefs, cookbook authors, and food creators, always giving full credit to the original source. We do not claim ownership of these recipes, and we encourage listeners to support the chefs by purchasing their cookbooks or visiting their websites or social channels. For copyright reasons, we do not share full recipes in our show notes. Instead, we talk about our own cooking experiences, tips, and takeaways. Credit Original Music by Matthew J. Smith Recipe Testers are Matt, Ryan, Matt and Cameron

  7. Aug 18

    Back to School Lunches: Planning, Tools and Ideas to Set You Up for Success

    In this episode of Everyday Cooks Recipe Club, Stephanie and Kelly researched school lunch ideas for all ages as well as tools and products that can save you time or make lunch packing easier. We also outline how planning can set you up for success. So if you find packing a lunch to be challenging, this episode is for you! In this episode, we talk about: How this is a judgment free zone: the lunch you pack can be basic or fancy, both are ok and neither is a reflection on you as a parentOur “first day of school” traditionsKids packing their own snacksHow planning might not be fun, but your future self will thank youFiguring out what do you want to make, what will your kid eat and what will hold in the lunchboxTools and products that will help you: bento boxes, sandwich press, grape cutter, handheld food slicerLunch ideas for all ages Resources & Links Recipe Ideas https://www.momables.com/ https://www.pinterest.com/pin/985231164591608/sent/?invite_code=8243085908c342f9921f2620a9ae9a90&sender=72831856382313263&sfo=1 https://www.pinterest.com/pin/563018699851113/sent/?invite_code=ae34e1c91c8044e99845bfa64d770870&sender=72831856382313263&sfo=1 https://www.pinterest.com/pin/844493676648820/sent/?invite_code=eaedb9af99094b908577d9dbae022efb&sender=72831856382313263&sfo=1 Products Sandwich Cutter https://a.co/d/0gclrDBe Grape Cutter https://a.co/d/0dSOH4E3 Fruit Slicer Cup https://a.co/d/00vHUHNI Variety of Cutting Tools https://www.pamperedchef.com/shop/Kitchen+Tools/Specialty+Cutting+Tools/ Previous Episode Egg Slicer Review at the 1:08 mark https://everyday-cooks-recipe.captivate.fm/episode/gadget-review-tool-time-tuesday-episode-1 Support the Show If you loved this episode, please follow the podcast, leave a review, and share it with a friend who loves to cook. It helps our little cooking club grow and keeps us inspired to bring you more recipes each month! Thank you for your support! Disclaimer Everyday Cooks Recipe Club is a podcast for home cooks who love exploring new recipes and sharing the experience. We feature recipes from talented chefs, cookbook authors, and food creators, always giving full credit to the original source. We do not claim ownership of these recipes, and we encourage listeners to support the chefs by purchasing their cookbooks or visiting their websites or social channels. For copyright reasons, we do not share full recipes in our show notes. Instead, we talk about our own cooking experiences, tips, and takeaways. Credit Original Music by Matthew J. Smith Recipe Testers are Matt, Ryan, Matt and Cameron

  8. Aug 11

    High Protein Cottage Cheese Hacks

    In this episode of Everyday Cooks Recipe Club, Stephanie and Kelly talk about cottage cheese and how it can actually make your favorite dishes healthier without sacrificing flavor. We cover how much protein is in cottage cheese, ideas for how to add it into your regular dishes and we test 3 recipes. In this episode, we talk about: How Stephanie made the Zucchini Gratin recipe we just talked about and shared how it went.How much protein can be found in specific brands of cottage cheeseOur honest opinion on cottage cheese pancakes - texture, taste and if we will make them againBreakfast ideas: Sourdough Toast with cottage cheese, scrambled eggs and avocado slices or Toast with cottage cheese and avocado slices or adding cottage cheese to your smoothieStephanie shares a recipe for Pear and Apple Nachos (and it includes cottage cheese!)About the viral recipe: Sweet Potato, Cottage Cheese Ground Beef and Hot HoneyA recipe for cottage cheese bagelsKelly made cottage cheese brownies and reports on if they good and are worth making Resources & Links 3 Ingredient Cottage Cheese Pancakes https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8uFc0TpKsT8 Pear Nachos https://www.youtube.com/shorts/bI-d8soHmW4 Apples and Cottage Cheese https://www.youtube.com/shorts/m_AiFGZd9Bs Sweet Potato, Cottage Cheese, Ground Beef and Hot Honey https://www.youtube.com/shorts/eGQWDpUwWIA Cottage Cheese Bagels https://goodculture.com/cottage-cheese-bagels/ Cottage Cheese Brownies https://thebigmansworld.com/cottage-cheese-brownies/ Bonus recipes that we didn’t talk about! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xL47B_ghbJM https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KBe6Kr_Tz9w Support the Show If you loved this episode, please follow the podcast, leave a review, and share it with a friend who loves to cook. It helps our little cooking club grow and keeps us inspired to bring you more recipes each month! Thank you for your support! Disclaimer Everyday Cooks Recipe Club is a podcast for home cooks who love exploring new recipes and sharing the experience. We feature recipes from talented chefs, cookbook authors, and food creators, always giving full credit to the original source. We do not claim ownership of these recipes, and we encourage listeners to support the chefs by purchasing their cookbooks or visiting their websites or social channels. For copyright reasons, we do not share full recipes in our show notes. Instead, we talk about our own cooking experiences, tips, and takeaways. Credit Original Music by Matthew J. Smith Recipe Testers are Matt, Ryan, Matt and Cameron

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Welcome to Everyday Cooks Recipe Club—a fun, no-pressure cooking podcast for home cooks of all levels who love discovering easy recipes, helpful kitchen tips, and the occasional hilarious cooking mishap. We’re Kelly and Stephanie, two friends who started a cooking club to make our dinners more exciting and now we’re inviting you to pull up a chair and join us. Here’s the deal: Every month, one of us picks a recipe. It could be a cozy family favorite, a new dish we’ve never tried, or something that pushes us out of our comfort zone. We each make it in our own kitchens, navigating grocery shopping adventures, ingredient swaps, and plenty of “learning moments” along the way. Then we get together to dish on: ~Why we chose it ~How the shopping went ~The steps that made us cheer, laugh, or groan ~The tweaks we’d try next time ~Whether it’s destined to become a weeknight staple or a one-time experiment That’s our main monthly episode, a recipe deep dive with real talk about what worked and what didn’t. The rest of the month, you’ll get short and snackable episodes filled with quick meal ideas, time-saving cooking tips, kitchen gadget finds, and simple recipes you can make anytime. Think of them as the side dishes to our main course. If you’re looking for a home cooking podcast that feels more like chatting with friends in the kitchen than watching a polished cooking show, you’re in the right place. We believe great food doesn’t have to be complicated, mistakes make the best stories, and every home cook deserves a little club of their own. So grab your spatula, pour yourself something tasty, and hit play. Welcome to Everyday Cooks Recipe Club where we’re sharing recipes, tips, and laughs one month at a time, with plenty of delicious detours along the way.

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