Christopher Kimball visits Fuchsia Dunlop in London to learn about the Chinese approach to cooking. Chinese white-cooked chicken with ginger-soy dressing; using an Asian cleaver vs. a Western chef's knife; hot oil-flashed chard with ginger scallions and chili.
Claire Ptak of London's Violet Bakery demonstrates how to under-whip egg whites for a lighter cake; chocolate, prune and rum cake; brown sugar tart with single-crust pie dough.
Christopher Kimball travels to Chiang Mai, Thailand to get lessons in Thai cooking from Andy Ricker. Thai fried rice; Thai-style coleslaw with mint and cilantro; pickled chilies; Thai chicken.
Milk Street Cook Rayna Jhaveri shows how to make Turkish meatballs with lime-yogurt sauce; Israeli hummus; sweet-and-sour mint dressing; tahini swirl brownies.
Milk Street visits Mexico for an insider view on Shrimp in chipotle sauce; Central Mexican guacamole; chili-pineapple margarita; cilantro-jalapeno adobo sauce.
Milk Street Cook Catherine Smart shows Christopher Kimball how to make Georgian chicken soup; cracked potatoes with vermouth, coriander and fennel; fluffy olive oil scrambled eggs; seasoning a carbon steel pan.
Italy provides inspiration as Matthew Card shows how to make Italian flatbread; ricotta-semolina cheesecake; gemelli pasta with chevre, arugula and walnuts; frying eggs.
Matthew Card makes Garlic soup; Spanish spice-crusted pork tenderloin bites; kale salad.
Catherine Smart shows how to make Whipped cream biscuits with macerated strawberries with lime; lemon-buttermilk pound cake; prepping a pan; pistachio-cardamom loaf cake.
Milk Street Cook Matthew Card shows how to make No-sear lamb or beef; chickpea stew; harissa; caramel oranges.
Milk Street Cook Catherine Smart makes Prune, peppercorn and herb-rubbed roast beef; rye-on-rye sticky toffee pudding; skillet-charred Brussels sprouts; kitchen cabinet essentials.
Milk Street visits Peru to learn a new way to make Peruvian pesto; soba with miso butter and asparagus; pisco sours; Trapanese pesto, a Sicilian pasta dish; kitchen cabinet essentials.
Milk Street Cook Catherine Smart demonstrates Japanese fried chicken; Japanese potato salad; sweet-and-spicy ginger green beans.
Features Joaquín Felipe of Florida Retiro; how to make pork and chorizo with piquillo peppers with chef Abraham García of Restaurante Viridiana; Spanish ratatouille; and how to make sherry-soaked French toast.
The secret of making perfect puffed pita bread at home; how to make sumac-spiced chicken; and how to apply Middle Eastern flavors to salad with a recipe for fattoush.
Culinary instructor Elizabeth Andoh on how to make skillet glazed chicken; chicken teriyaki rice bowl; and pork and vegetable miso soup.
French apple cake; rich, yet light chocolate-orange tart; and pastry chef David Lebovitz's recipe for salted butter caramel-chocolate mousse.
Transforming a simple bowl of broth and rice into an explosion of flavors. Includes Thai rice soup; Thai stir-fried spinach; and an easy Thai beef salad.
Features Italian-inspired recipes. Includes roasted mushroom pizza with fontina and scallion; cacio e pepe; and a simple shaved zucchini and herb salad with parmesan.
North African chicken couscous; chickpea and harissa soup; and how to make a harissa.
How to make a moist and flavorful carne adovada; Mexican chicken soup with tomatillos and hominy; and making a stovetop chocolate cake without an oven.
Qin Jia Bing Dian's secret in making the flakiest scallion pancakes; and how to make Taiwanese five-spice pork with rice.
A bright red piri piri chicken with crushed chilies; and Cape Malay chicken curry.
Several wintertime meal, including fennel-rosemary porchetta; chocolate-hazelnut crostata; and mashed potatoes with caraway-mustard butter that uses the Indian flavoring technique, tarka.
The best technique to spatchcock a chicken; how to make chicken soup, the Somali way; an easy recipe for za'atar-roasted chicken; and making chicken en cocotte.
Japanese-style rice with flaked salmon and shiitake mushrooms; Japanese-style salt-pickled radish and red onion; and yakiudon and pickled ginger.
How to make a vibrant salmon chraimeh in less than 30 minutes; bulgur-tomato salad with herbs and pomegranate molasses; and tangerine-almond cake with bay-citrus syrup.
Milk Street Cook Erika Bruce teaches Christopher Kimball how to make aromatic, nutty and tender Pumpkin Seed Rolls. Milk Street Cook Matthew Card whips up an earthy and hearty Portuguese Cornbread (Broa). Finally, Chris and Milk Street Cook Catherine Smart make a Macanese Sweet Potato Cake (Batatada), which strikes the balance between a rich and light cake.
A trip to Senegal to learn North African cooking technique with chef and restaurateur Pierre Thiam.
How to bring Chinese cooking techniques to the home kitchen. Includes preparing crispy Sichuan-chili chicken; and ginger-scallion steamed cod.
Exploring the South American food, notably from Colombia and Peru.
Features Turkish-inspired techniques and flavors, including cooking white beans, how to make the easiest Turkish red lentil soup.
Exploring a variety of South East Asian dishes. Includes Vietnamese meatball and watercress soup; coconut cashew cake; and stir-fried chicken with snap peas and basil.
Exploring the Singaporean cuisine, including Singapore chicken satay with a quick broil and marinade; shrimp and chicken noodle soup; the Singapore sling; and coconut-ginger rice.
Exploring the Senegalese cuisine. Includes Senegalese braised chicken with onions and lime; and Senegalese avocado and mango salad with rof.
In this episode, Christopher Kimball travels to Oaxaca, Mexico, where he meets Jesús Ochoa, the sous chef at Criollo Restaurant, and learns how to make Carnitas. He then learns how to make Tlayudas from Pilar Cabrera, the owner and head chef of La Olla. Back at the kitchen, Milk Street Cook Lynn Clark shows Chris how to make Carnitas at home. Milk Street Cook Josh Mamaclay makes Green Chili and Tomatillo Hot Sauce, and Milk Street Cook Bianca Borges shows Chris her own interpretation of Tlayudas tailored for the home cook.
Christopher Kimball travels to Beirut to learn how to make classic Lebanese comfort foods with chef Mohamad El Zein, the owner of Moona Restaurant, and cookbook author Anissa Helou. Back at the kitchen, Chris draws inspiration from the flavors and adapts these dishes for the home cook. Milk Street Cook Catherine Smart makes Za’atar Flatbread. Milk Street Cook Josh Mamaclay creates his own version of Pita and Chickpea Salad with Yogurt and Mint (Fatteh), and Milk Street Cook Lynn Clark makes Middle Eastern Rice with Toasted Pasta and Herbs.
In this episode, we learn how Milk Street makes bold Italian dishes in ways that are easy and fresh. Milk Street Cook Lynn Clark makes quick and easy Risotto with Fresh Herbs. Then, Milk Street Cook Catherine Smart teaches us Spaghetti al Limone, the perfect dish for a Tuesday night. Milk Street Cook Bianca Borges recreates the classic dish Pasta all’Amatriciana using Milk Street’s pasta-making techniques.
Paris is famous for its classic sweets. In this episode, Christopher Kimball travels to Paris to sample some not so classic baked goods. He visits Rose Bakery, a cafe owned by a Franco-British couple, and samples their acclaimed Lemon-Almond Pound Cake. He interviews journalist Lindsey Tramuta, author of “The New Paris,” about how expats are modernizing Paris’ food scene. Later, he visits Le Petit Grain and tries a tart that borrows from classic American flavors. Back at the kitchen, Milk Street Cook Erika Bruce makes her own version of Lemon-Almond Pound Cake, and Milk Street Cook Bianca Borges recreates Petit Grain’s Salted Peanut and Caramel Tart.
This episode is all about quick, easy and delicious stir-fry. Milk Street Cook Matthew Card draws inspiration from Vietnamese flavors and makes Vietnamese Shaking Beef (Bò Lúc Lắc). Christopher Kimball teaches us how to season a wok, and Milk Street Cook Erika Bruce makes Stir-Fried Broccoli with Sichuan Peppercorns, an easy weeknight vegetarian dish. Then Milk Street Cook Josh Mamaclay makes Sesame Stir-Fried Pork with Shiitakes.
Christopher Kimball makes a dinner staple interesting. Drawing inspiration from around the world, Milk Street makes three very different, but equally interesting, chicken dishes. Milk Street Cook Josh Mamaclay makes his own version of Filipino Chicken Adobo with Coconut Broth. Milk Street Cook Lynn Clark teaches us how to spatchcock a chicken and makes a classic Georgian dish, Crispy Chicken under a Brick (Tsitsila Tabaka). For an easy Tuesday Night Dinner, Chris shows us how to make Chicken Traybake with Roasted Poblano and Tomato Sauce.
In the Milk Street Kitchen, we make classic Greek dishes that will take you to the Greek islands, without a flight. Milk Street Cook Josh Mamaclay makes Greek White Bean Soup (Fasolada). Then Milk Street Cook Rayna Jhaveri teaches us how to make two fast and delicious Greek dips, Spicy Feta Dip (Tirokafteri) and Tzatziki. Finally, Milk Street Cook Matthew Card makes Shrimp with Feta Cheese (Garides Saganaki), an appetizer that’s prepared in a tomato sauce and served with crusty bread.
This episode is all about reinventing classic Italian dishes using Milk Street techniques. Milk Street Cook Matthew Card teaches Christopher Kimball how to make Tuscan Beef and Black Pepper Stew (Peposo alla Fornacina) without having to sauté the meat. Then Milk Street Cook Rayna Jhaveri shows us how to make a Sicilian favorite—and one of our go-to Tuesday Night Dinners—Pasta con Fagioli. Finally, Milk Street Cook Catherine Smart shows Chris a recipe for Soft Polenta that will change the way you cook polenta.
In this episode, Christopher Kimball visits an Oaxacan open-air market to eat local favorites. He visits the market’s resident Frida Kahlo impersonator, Beatriz Vázquez, who cooks him her specialty, Enchiladas Verdes. Later in the market, he tastes Molletes, a delicious open-faced sandwich served on thick-cut bread with refried beans and melted cheese. Back at the kitchen, Milk Street Cook Catherine Smart draws from the flavors of Oaxaca to make Green Enchiladas with Chicken and Cheese (Enchiladas Verdes). Milk Street Cook Matthew Card teaches us how to make a quick Tomatillo-Avocado Salsa, and Milk Street Cook Bianca Borges shows us how to make Oaxacan-style Molletes with Pico de Gallo using ingredients easily found in the USA.
Christopher Kimball takes a road trip up north to the foodie city Portland, Maine. He visits the popular Eventide Oyster Company and makes a salad you’ll actually crave. He also visits Tandem Coffee and Bakery and meets with pastry chef Briana Holt, the mastermind behind Tandem’s most beloved desserts. She teaches Chris how to make Maple-Browned Butter Pie.
In this episode, we make our favorite Milk Street sweets. Milk Street Cook Lynn Clark whips up rich and gooey Maple-Whiskey Pudding Cakes. Milk Street Cook Catherine Smart teaches Christopher Kimball how to get the perfect texture on our Chocolate-Almond Spice Cookies. Briana Holt of Portland's Tandem Bakery then stops by for a Milk Street Visit, where she walks Chris through a recipe for Triple Ginger Scones with Chocolate Chunks.
Christopher Kimball is back in Beirut for a crash course on Lebanese “fast food.” Milk Street Cook Bianca Borges make a quick yet delicious Bulgur and Beef Kibbeh with Chris. Then he sits down with Kamal Mouzawak of Souk El Tayeb to discuss the fascinating world of food in Beirut. To round out the show, Milk Street Cook Lynn Clark prepares a classic dish of Lebanese Lentils and Rice with Crisped Onions (Mujaddara).
This episode is all about Italian Tuesday Night essentials. Milk Street Cook Catherine Smart and Christopher Kimball make the classic and rich Pesto alla Genovese, where the trick is using the right type of cheese. Milk Street Cook Rayna Jhaveri then makes a Campanelle Pasta with Sweet Corn, Tomatoes and Basil, a creamy dish that requires no cream. Finally, we learn how to make a fresh and bright Pasta with Pistachios, Tomatoes and Mint with Milk Street Cook Matthew Card.
Recipes for holiday entertaining are featured. Dishes include an Argentinian-Style Pork Loin and a French Walnut Tart.
Dishes such as Potato Gnocchi, Lamingtons, and Green with Pancetta Vinaigrette are prepared.
Cooks at Milk Street prepare one-layer cakes.
Austrian dishes such as Rindsgulasch and Zwetchgenkuchen are prepared.
A look at the various tastes and uses for chilies.
Various Thai dishes such as Thai-Style Fried Chicken and Moo Palo are prepared.
Christopher Kimball and the team put a spin on French classics.
Christopher Kimball and Matthew Card prepare an Oaxacan Green Mole with Chicken.
In this episode, we explore cuisine from Morocco to Egypt. Milk Street Cook Josh Mamaclay prepares Lemon-Saffron Chicken (Tangia), a rich dish originating from Marrakech. Then, Milk Street Cook Bianca Borges teaches Christopher Kimball how to get the perfect balance of acid and spices with a recipe for Cumin-Coriander Potatoes with Cilantro (Patates Mekhalel). Lastly, Milk Street Cook Matthew Card cooks up Spicy Egyptian Eggplant with Fresh Herbs, an oven-friendly version of a dish that is typically deep-fried by street vendors in Cairo.
This episode is all about the “new” Australia. With heavy influence from the flavors of Asia, Milk Street Cook Matthew Card prepares Miso-Gochujang Pulled Pork. Christopher Kimball then teaches us how to make a Milk Street pantry staple, Miso-Ginger Dressing. Lastly, Milk Street Cook Erika Bruce makes Roasted Cauliflower with Miso Glaze, a warm and rich way to upgrade weeknight veggies.
Christopher Kimball travels to Bologna, Italy, to make two weeknight dishes with Chef Fabio Berti at Trattoria Bertozzi. He also speaks with travel writer Matt Goulding about the cuisine of Emilia-Romagna. Back at the kitchen, Milk Street Cook Catherine Smart shows Chris how to make simple and creamy Pasta with Zucchini, Pancetta and Saffron. Then, Milk Street Cook Bianca Borges makes Bolognese-Style Pork Cutlets, covered in prosciutto, topped with parmesan and served with a bright lemon butter sauce.
In this episode, Christopher Kimball travels to Mexico City to make beans with Chef Eduardo García Guzmán. He also learns a quick recipe for tortilla soup and finds the best corn cake he’s ever had. Back at the kitchen, Milk Street Cook Bianca Borges prepares Mexican Stewed Beans with Salsa Fresca, showing us how to boldly flavor beans by adding the sofrito at the end of cooking. Later, Milk Street Cook Josh Mamaclay makes Mexican Sweet Corn Cake, where the batter comes together in a blender, and Milk Street Cook Erika Bruce shows Chris how to make Tortilla Soup in just 15 minutes.
In this episode, we take a look at Spanish classics. Milk Street Cook Lynn Clark teaches Christopher Kimball how to make Chicken and Bean Paella, a weeknight recipe that comes from Valencia. Then, Chris makes Seared Pork Tenderloin with Smoked Paprika and Oregano, which is finished with a flavorful paprika oil. Finally, Milk Street Cook Catherine Smart shows Chris a new interpretation of gazpacho, Andalusian Tomato and Bread Soup (Salmorejo).
Christopher Kimball travels to the Galilee Valley to visit with author of “The Palestinian Table,” Reem Kassis, who cooks maqlubeh, a multilayered chicken and rice dish worthy of a feast. Then, Chris heads to Tel Aviv to taste the classic semolina cake, hareesa. Back in the kitchen, Milk Street Cook Bianca Borges shows Chris a streamlined version of Palestinian Upside-Down Chicken and Rice. Finally, Milk Street Cook Josh Mamaclay makes Semolina-Sesame Cake with a crunchy sesame seed topping and sweet citrus syrup.
This episode tours Europe in search of spectacular desserts. Milk Street Cook Erika Bruce teaches Christopher Kimball how to make German Apple Cake (Apfelkuchen), which has a rich crumb thanks to almond paste and an elegant design from sliced apples. With inspiration from Belgium, Milk Street Cook Lynn Clark makes light and crisp Belgian Spice Cookies, also known as Speculoos. Then, Chris bakes a Danish Dream Cake with a buttery coconut-brown sugar topping that caramelizes under the broiler.
In this episode, we make classic baked goods the Milk Street way. Milk Street Cook Bianca Borges shows Christopher Kimball how to make mile-high Deep-Dish Quiche with Mushrooms, Bacon and Gruyère inspired by Seattle’s Le Pichet bistro. Then, Chris bakes Cranberry and Candied Ginger Buckle, a fruit-studded crumb cake perfect for any time of day. Finally, Milk Street Cook Erika Bruce makes Sweet Fresh Corn Pudding, a southern soufflé that comes from Vivian Howard’s North Carolina kitchen.
This episode features recipes ideal for a crowd of any size. Milk Street Cook Bianca Borges teaches Christopher Kimball how to make Baked Salted Salmon with Dill, a Norwegian inspired dish served with quick-pickled cucumbers. Then, Chris cooks Roasted Acorn Squash with Browned Butter-Orange Vinaigrette, demonstrating a technique for dressing up any roasted vegetable, and Milk Street Cook Catherine Smart makes crispy Smashed Potatoes with Chili-Lemon Vinaigrette. Finally, Milk Street Editorial Director J.M. Hirsch shows us the technique behind a Vieux Carré, an herbal cocktail from New Orleans
Christopher Kimball travels to Bologna, Italy, and visits restaurant Amerigo, where Chef Alberto Bettini shows him that real ragù Bolognese is about meat, not dairy. Back in the kitchen, Milk Street Cook Lynn Clark teaches Chris to make Tagliatelle alla Bolognese, a rich and creamy meat sauce without the cream. Then, Milk Street Cook Bianca Borges uses the ragù to make Lasagna Bolognese, a variation of the classic dish that uses besciamella rather than mozzarella or ricotta.
In this episode, we prove that you don’t have to go to a patisserie for stunning French cakes. Milk Street Cook Erika Bruce teaches Christopher Kimball how to make the flourless chocolate cake Bête Noire, flavored with bourbon and orange. Inspired by France’s classic Gâteau Nantais, Milk Street Cook Lynn Clark bakes French Almond-Rum Cake, perfectly tender from almond flour and moist from spiced rum syrup.
Christopher Kimball travels to Mexico City to find new favorite weeknight suppers. He meets with Chef Esmeralda Brinn, who shows him Mexico’s version of a meatball. Back in the kitchen, Milk Street Cook Catherine Smart teaches Chris to make Chicken Tinga (Tinga Poblana de Pollo), shredded chicken in a smoky tomato sauce that’s an excellent filling for tacos. Then, Milk Street Cook Lynn Clark makes Egg-Stuffed Mexican Meatballs with Salsa Roja in a flavorful chipotle sauce.
In this episode, we make vegetarian dishes with big flavor. Milk Street Cook Lynn Clark shows Chris how to make Persian Jeweled Rice, a saffron and orange rice pilaf studded with cranberries and pistachios. Then, Chris shows us how to avoid watery salads with a fresh and vibrant Persian Tomato and Cucumber Salad, and Milk Street Cook Catherine Smart makes crispy Roasted Cauliflower with Tahini and Lemon. Finally, Milk Street Editorial Director J.M. Hirsch shows us how to make the champagne cocktail French 75.
Christopher Kimball visits Reem Kassis, author of “The Palestinian Table,” in the Galilee Valley, where he rolls bulgur maftoul by hand and enjoys a weeknight traybake made with Reem’s family spice blend. Back in the kitchen, Milk Street Cook Catherine Smart shows Chris how to make Pearl Couscous with Chicken and Chickpeas, using warm spices and flavorful chicken poaching liquid to cook the couscous. Then, Chris makes the roasted red pepper and walnut dip Muhammara, and Milk Street Cook Lynn Clark prepares a Garlicky Spiced Chicken and Potato Traybake with Pomegranate Molasses.
In this episode, we make quick Vietnamese recipes with big flavor. First, Milk Street Cook Lynn Clark shows us how to make Vietnamese Caramel Chicken, demonstrating a Vietnamese technique for caramelizing fish sauce and aromatics to meld sweet and savory flavors. Then, Christopher Kimball makes Vietnamese Scallion Sauce, a versatile topping for vegetables, seafood and meat, and Milk Street Cook Josh Mamaclay makes Vietnamese Chicken Curry, with bold lemongrass and ginger flavor.
This episode explores techniques that will change the way you cook Italian food at home. We learn that you don’t have to sear meat to make a flavorful stew from Milk Street Cook Josh Mamaclay, who shows us the secret to tender and savory Roman Braised Beef with Tomato and Cloves. Then, Christopher Kimball uses a multicooker to boil pasta and make an easy sauce for Bucatini with Cherry Tomato Sauce with Fresh Sage. Finally, Milk Street Cook Catherine Smart teaches us how to cook potatoes like risotto with a recipe for Tuscan Braised Potatoes (Patate in Umido).
In this episode, we serve up Greek food inspired by Diane Kochilas’ recipes from the island of Ikaria. First, Milk Street Cook Bianca Borges shows Christopher Kimball how to cook Ikarian Braised Pork with Honey, Orange, and Rosemary, a savory and sweet main course balanced with citrus and herbs. Then, Milk Street Cook Rayna Jhaveri makes deeply charred Roasted Whole Cauliflower with Feta, and Milk Street Cook Catherine Smart prepares Tomato Rice with Oregano and Feta, risotto Greek-style.
This episode features recipes found across Italy, from Puglia to Sardinia. First, it’s Tomato-Olive Focaccia with Milk Street Cook Erika Bruce, who shows us that the secret to light and crisp focaccia is a higher water content than you’d expect. Then, Milk Street Cook Rayna Jhaveri cooks Orecchiette with Broccolini topped with crunchy breadcrumbs, and Milk Street Cook Josh Mamaclay teaches Christopher Kimball to make Fregola with Shrimp and Tomatoes, pea-shaped pasta cooked in a flavorful seafood broth.
Christopher Kimball travels to Tel Aviv for a cooking lesson at the restaurant Igra Rama and a meal at the hummus shop Shlomo & Doron near the bustling Carmel Market. Back in the kitchen, Milk Street Cook Lynn Clark shows Chris how to make creamy Couscous “Risotto” with Asparagus. Then, Chris serves up Yogurt Panna Cotta with Sumac Syrup, which adds tart brightness to the rich, custardy dessert. Finally, Milk Street Cook Catherine Smart shows Chris how to make Lahmajoun, a yogurt flatbread topped with spiced meat and arugula.
In this episode, we head to Naples to sample the city’s favorite dishes. Milk Street Cook Josh Mamaclay teaches Christopher Kimball how to make ultratender Neapolitan Meatballs with Ragù, showing us that a high ratio of breadcrumbs to meat is the secret to their perfect texture. Then, Milk Street Cook Lynn Clark demonstrates the benefits of boiling cauliflower in the same pot as pasta with a recipe for Two-Cheese Pasta with Cauliflower and Milk Street Cook Catherine Smart serves up quick skillet Spaghetti Puttanesca, packed with briny olives and capers.
In this episode, we feature favorite Indian recipes for the home kitchen. Milk Street Cook Josh Mamaclay shows Christopher Kimball how to make Butter Chicken, using cashews to make a creamy sauce. Then, Milk Street Cook Lynn Clark makes Potato and Green Pea Curry (Aloo Matar), demonstrating how curries are built by adding ingredients in a particular order, and Milk Street Cook Rayna Jhaveri makes Chicken Vindaloo, which gets its name and bold, tangy flavor from vinegar and garlic.
Christopher Kimball heads to Emilia-Romagna for pasta recipes that have few ingredients and take little time. Back in the kitchen, Milk Street Cook Lynn Clark shows us how to make dumpling-like Passatelli in Brodo, parmesan flavored dough that’s extruded through a potato ricer and cooked in broth. Chris then makes Multicooker Chicken Broth using chicken wings, and Milk Street Cook Lynn Clark prepares Pasta with Parmesan Cream.Quick
In this episode, we get inspiration from Briana Holt and the baked goods she serves at Portland, Maine’s Tandem Coffee and Bakery. First, Briana makes Pineapple Upside-Down Cornmeal Cake with a fresh, caramelized fruit topping. Then, she bakes Glazed Maple-Whole Wheat Muffins, a morning treat with nuttiness from the flour and acidity from the maple-lemon glaze.
This episode looks at Argentinian techniques and flavors, from perfectly cooked meat to an eye-catching salad. First, it’s Oven-Perfect Strip Steak with Chimichurri with Milk Street Cook Bianca Borges, who uses the reverse sear method for strip steaks served with a spicy chili and oregano sauce. Then, Milk Street Cook Catherine Smart makes a colorful Shaved Carrot Salad with Poppy Seeds and Parsley, and Christopher Kimball shows us how to make Caramelized Pork with Orange and Sage, broiling sugar-and-spice crusted tenderloin for a quick supper.
Christopher Kimball heads to Portland, Maine, to visit Tandem Coffee and Bakery’s Briana Holt, who shows him both the sweet and savory side of her baking. First, she makes Savory Kale and Two-Cheese Scones, with saltiness from cheddar and pecorino and a sweet counterpoint from dried currants. Then, she bakes a Double Chocolate Cake with syrup made from honey and juniper, coating the cake with a sweet, herbal soak that perfectly complements the bittersweet chocolate.
In this episode, we explore ways that vegetables can become the star of the plate. First, Milk Street Cook Lynn Clark makes Cauliflower Steaks with Pickled Peppers, Capers and Parmesan for a satisfying main dish. Then, Milk Street Cook Bianca Borges assembles Mushroom and Cheese Quesadillas inspired by Mexican flavors. Finally, Milk Street Cook Rayna Jhaveri makes Panzanella with Fresh Mozzarella featuring perfectly seasoned tomatoes and bright, quick-pickled onions.
In this episode, we learn three recipes inspired by the sweet, softball-sized lemons abundant along the Amalfi coast of Italy. First, Christopher Kimball cooks Spaghetti with Lemon Pesto, demonstrating a pesto recipe that uses lemon zest instead of basil. Then, Milk Street Cook Josh Mamaclay makes Lemon and Shrimp Risotto with Fresh Basil, finished with an egg yolk and cream to give the rice a lush, velvety texture. Finally, Milk Street Cook Lynn Clark bakes an Amalfi-Style Lemon Cake that’s moist and tangy thanks to a lemon simple syrup.
Christopher Kimball visits Cheryl Day at Back in the Day Bakery in Savannah, Georgia, to learn treasured recipes from her repertoire of southern baking. First, it’s Sweet Potato Cupcakes with Cream Cheese-Caramel Frosting, where the buttery, bittersweet caramel brings out the earthiness and warm spices in the cupcakes. Then, they make a Glazed Sour Cream and Brown Sugar Bundt Cake, inspired by old-fashioned butterscotch candies. Finally, it’s a grand, show-stopping Chocolate-on-Chocolate Three-Layer Cake.
In this episode, we look at home cooking in Ho Chi Minh City to learn bold but simple Vietnamese dishes. First, Christopher Kimball makes Vietnamese Beef Stew with Star Anise and Lemon Grass, which beautifully marries local ingredients with French culinary technique. Then, Milk Street Cook Josh Mamaclay prepares aromatic Vietnamese Braised Lemon Grass Chicken, demonstrating a method for getting flavor from stalks of lemon grass.
In this episode, we learn from the rich tradition of Venice’s cucina povera to prepare rustic, yet vibrant dishes. First, Milk Street Cook Bianca Borges makes Venetian Rice and Peas (Risi e Bisi), a creamy dish that uses a bright green vegetable broth as its secret ingredient. Then, Milk Street Cook Josh Mamaclay prepares Polenta with Shrimp and Tomatoes. Finally, Christopher Kimball and Milk Street Cook Lynn Clark bake Venetian Cornmeal and Currant Cookies studded with liqueur-soaked fruit.
Christopher Kimball visits Ana Sortun at her restaurant Oleana to learn a recipe for Turkish stuffed flatbreads. Back in the kitchen, he prepares Spinach and Cheese Gözleme by folding Yufka flatbreads around a savory, three-cheese filling. Then, inspired by the pomegranate molasses produced in the south of Turkey, Milk Street Cook Rayna Jhaveri makes Turkish Tomato and Onion Salad with Olive Oil and Pomegranate Molasses and Milk Street Cook Josh Mamaclay grills Rib-Eye Steaks with Rosemary and Pomegranate Molasses.
In this episode, we bake two chocolate cakes, one a special-occasion dessert and the other a quick, one-bowl affair. First, Christopher Kimball and Milk Street Cook Bianca Borges make Chocolate-Hazelnut Cream Cake with a whipped ganache filling. Then, Milk Street Cook Rayna Jhaveri bakes a gooey-centered Swedish “Sticky” Chocolate Cake, topped with a Flavored Whipped Cream that balances out the cake’s richness.
Ukrainian chef Olia Hercules invites us into her kitchen to learn two recipes inspired by the cooking traditions of Ukraine’s summer kitchens. First, she makes Chicken Roasted with Garlic-Herb Crème Fraîche, coating the bird inside and out with herb-packed crème fraîche that adds flavor and helps brown the skin. Then, she bakes Ricotta-Semolina Cake with Caramelized Apples, a cake-cheesecake hybrid topped with a layer of silky, buttery, golden-hued apple.
In this episode, we take a fresh look at dessert, from a new take on cheesecake to one of France’s easiest and most versatile loaf cakes. First, Christopher Kimball and Milk Street Cook Bianca Borges bake a show-stopping Chèvre Cheesecake with Black Pepper-Graham Crust, a recipe from Angie Mar at New York’s Beatrice Inn. Then, Milk Street Cook Josh Mamaclay makes Yogurt Loaf Cake with Coriander and Orange, demonstrating how citrus zest and toasted spices can add complexity to a simple cake.
Christopher Kimball visits Japanese cooking instructor Sonoko Sakai at her home to make udon noodles. The secret: Stomping on the dough to knead it! Back in the kitchen, we learn how to make Homemade Udon Noodles as well as two preparations: Udon Noodles in Soy Broth and Udon Noodles with Spicy Meat and Mushroom Sauce. Finally, we prepare a quick, refreshing side of Daikon-Carrot Salad with Sesame and Lemon.
Christopher Kimball travels to Crete to cook with chef Marianna Leivaditaki and heads out to sea with her father, a small-boat fisherman. Back in the kitchen, we prepare Braised Beef with Dried Figs and Quick-Pickled Cabbage, a hearty dish that highlights the flavors of the Mediterranean. Then, we make Shrimp, Orzo and Zucchini with Ouzo and Mint, cooking the orzo like risotto with a fragrant shrimp broth.
In this episode, we present a complete menu for a satisfying dinner of crispy schnitzel and two sides. First, we make German Pork Schnitzel, demonstrating how to achieve the cutlet’s signature, undulating crust. Then, we whip up Croatian Mashed Potatoes flavored with paprika and caramelized onions. Finally, we prepare the traditional accompaniment to schnitzel, creamy German Cucumber-Dill Salad (Gurkensalat).
In this episode, we visit Chef Olia Hercules to learn some Ukranian classics. First, she makes her family’s rendition of the historically significant dish Borsch with Duck and Prunes. Then, she makes Slow Roasted Pork with Sauerkraut, Apples and Dried Fruit, an impressive, succulent roast with a savory-sweet twist.
In this episode, Christopher Kimball visits Paola Briseño González and Javier Cabral to learn about the flavors of Jalisco, Mexico. Back in the kitchen, we make Colima-Style Shredded Braised Pork accentuated by smooth and subtly sweet coconut vinegar. Then, we bake Banana Custard Pie with Caramelized Sugar for a simple, yet rustic dessert. Next, we make the rich and nutty condiment Salsa Macha Costeña, followed by Carne en su Jugo, a brothy dish of short ribs and beans.
Christopher Kimball visits Japanese cooking instructor Sonoko Sakai to learn some of her favorite dishes to make at home. First, it’s Japanese-Style Chicken and Vegetable Curry, taking inspiration from Sonoko’s homemade curry powder blend. Then, we bake Japanese Milk Bread, a fluffy, slightly sweet and fine-textured loaf.
In this episode, we learn three recipes inspired by the flavors of the Mediterranean. First, we make Provençal Braised Chicken elevated by fresh fennel, white wine, orange zest and saffron. Then, we prepare Sardinian Herb Soup with Fregola and White Beans, a hearty and herbal dish introduced to us by Chef Luigi Crisponi. Finally, it’s a Spanish Shrimp & Chickpea Stew where a combination of smoked and sweet paprika adds deep color and earthy complexity.
Christopher Kimball travels to Crete to learn classic Greek dishes from Marianna Leivaditaki. First, it’s Pork Souvlaki with Tzatziki and Tomato-Onion Salad. As the perfect accompaniment, we whip up plush Yogurt and Olive Oil Flatbreads. Finally, we bake Broken Phyllo Cake with Orange and Bay, soaked with a syrup infused with cinnamon and cardamom that gives the cake a moist, pudding-like consistency.
In this episode, we travel to Addis Ababa to learn about the spices and stews of Ethiopia. First, we make tender and savory Ethiopian Stewed Collard Greens (Gomen Wat). Then, we prepare Ethiopian Chicken Stew (Doro Wat), featuring fragrant spices and a preponderance of onions. Finally, we demonstrate how to make Berbere, a bold spice blend that is the backbone of numerous Ethiopian dishes.
This episode, Christopher Kimball travels to Los Angeles to explore its robust taco scene. Back in the kitchen, Chris shows us how to make Fried Shrimp Tacos with Salsa Roja and Milk Street Cook Lynn Clark prepares Beef Chili Colorado Tacos. Finally, Milk Street Cook Sam Fore cooks Oaxacan-Style Vegetables in Chili-Garlic Sauce, a perfect side dish or main flavored with mild and fruity guajillo chilies.
We head to Crete to learn some classic Greek dishes. First, Christopher Kimball and Milk Street Cook Lynn Clark make Greek Meatballs with Tomato Sauce (Soutzoukakia), a perfect addition to any meze spread. Then, Milk Street Cook Sam Fore demonstrates Greek-Style Baked White Beans in Tomato Sauce. Finally, Milk Street cook Bianca Borges prepares Greek Baked Vegetables, which helps summer produce shine with a generous helping of olive oil.
We take a trip to Rome in search of authentic Fettuccine Alfredo. Back in the kitchen, host Christopher Kimball demonstrates the rich, yet simplified version of an often heavy and cream-laden dish. Then, Milk Street Cook Bianca Borges shows Chris how to make Chocolate Biscotti with Pistachios, Almonds and Dried Cherries, perfect with a cup of coffee or dessert wine. To finish, we take inspiration from the Amalfi Coast as Milk Street Cook Josh Mamaclay prepares Lemon Garlic Fettuccine.
In this episode, we take a trip to Morocco to learn about a traditional, all-purpose flatbread, Khobz. Next, Milk Street Cook Josh Mamaclay makes easy, yet deeply rich and flavorful Moroccan Harissa-Garlic Shrimp. Finally, Milk Street Cook Sam Fore prepares Salmon with Matbucha, a North African cooked “salad” made with olive oil, garlic, tomatoes, sweet peppers and spicy chilies.
This episode is all about desserts! To start, Milk Street Cook Erika Bruce prepares a Chocolate Olive Oil Cake, which is beautifully balanced with the addition of lemon juice. Then, Milk Street Cook Sam Fore makes a lighter, easier version of zabaglione, Mascarpone Mousse. We finish with Rice Pudding with Bourbon, Orange and Cardamom that proves arborio rice isn’t just for risotto.
Pour in the pan pizza; shaved fennel, mushroom and Parmesan salad; inverted pizza with onions, potatoes and thyme.
In this episode, Milk Street puts vegetables center stage! We begin with Milk Street Cook Rayna Jhaveri demonstrating Indian-Spiced Butternut Squash Soup with Yogurt, a vibrant yet comforting soup. Then, Milk Street Cook Sam Fore makes Lentils with Swiss Chard and Pomegranate Molasses featuring earthy, deep flavors brightened with lemon juice. Finally, Milk Street Cook Bianca Borges prepares Cauliflower Steaks with flavor-packed Chipotle-Cashew Sauce.
Milk Street travels to Mexico City in search of tacos. Back in the kitchen, Chris uses what we learned to demonstrate Dutch Oven Beef Birria Tacos. Milk Street Cook Rayna Jhaveri then shows us how to make Fresh Tomatillo and Serrano Chili Salsa, a bright and tangy condiment. We conclude with Milk Street Cook Josh Mamaclay making easy, yet flavorful, Ancho-Spiced Pork and Potato Tacos.
We travel to Italy in search of new pasta favorites! Milk Street Cook Lynn Clark begins by making Spaghetti with Clams, a regional classic of Venice. Next, Milk Street Cook Josh Mamaclay prepares our adaptation of Rigatoni with Cherry Tomatoes and Anchovies, showcasing a deliciously high umami quotient. To finish, Milk Street Cook Bianca Borges assembles rich, sweet, tangy and briny Spaghetti with Shrimp, Tomatoes and White Wine.
This episode, we show you three salads that are satisfying enough to be the main course. Christopher Kimball takes inspiration from Crete with a Cretan Salad, a cross between classic Greek salad and Italian panzanella. Milk Street Cook Rayna Jhaveri then makes Turkish Chickpea Salad that uses bright, fresh flavors to balance earthy chickpeas. Finally, Milk Street Cook Erika Bruce demonstrates Garlicky Lentil and Parsley Salad with Feta.
Stir fries are the perfect weeknight dinner. First, Milk Street Cook Rayna Jhaveri makes Goan-Style Chili-Fry with Beef, Tomatoes and Potatoes, a dish that fuses ingredients, flavors and techniques from different parts of the world. Then, Milk Street Cook Sam Fore prepares Thai-Style Vegetable Stir-Fry with Garlic and Black Pepper and Milk Street Cook Lynn Clark makes crispy Salt and Pepper Tofu.
This episode, we take inspiration from the Mexican table. First, Christopher Kimball travels to LA to learn how to make Drunken Shrimp with Tequila at backyard eatery, 106 Seafood Underground. Back in the kitchen, Milk Street Cook Josh Mamaclay makes Cilantro Rice, a colorful and aromatic side. Finish with Rayna Jhaveri demonstrating a simplified, one-pot version of Veracruz-Style Rice and Shrimp.
We travel to West Africa to learn to make Liberian Banana-Rice Bread. Milk Street Cook Erika Bruce brings this recipe back to the kitchen. Then, Milk Street Cook Bianca Borges shows Christopher Kimball how to prepare Swedish Cardamom Buns, a twist on the beloved cinnamon bun. Finally, Lynn Clark bakes sweet and tangy Orange-Cranberry Soda Bread with White Chocolate Chunks.
Milk Street travels to Mexico City to learn Chicken and Vegetable Soup with Chipotle Chilies, brimming with texture, colors and layers of delicious flavors. Then, Milk Street Cook Bianca Borges makes Chicken Soup with Ricotta Dumplings hailing from Calabria in southern Italy. To finish, Milk Street Cook Sam Fore prepares comforting and aromatic Chicken and Rice Noodles in Ginger Hoisin Broth.
Christopher Kimball takes a trip to Jalisco, Mexico to explore beach-side pies. Back in the kitchen, Chris and Milk Street Cook Erika Bruce demonstrate three variations of these pies using a Hot Water Crust. From Yelapa-Style Sweet Corn Pie to Yelapa-Style Chocolate Pie and Coconut Macaroon Pie, this episode has a pie for everyone!
This episode, we turn your pantry staples into the perfect weeknight dinner. First, Milk Street Cook Sam Fore makes Pinto Beans with Bacon and Chipotle with notes of cumin and smoke. Then, Milk Street Cook Bianca Borges prepares easy Hoisin-Ginger Noodles and Milk Street Cook Josh Mamaclay assembles flavorful Tomato-Rice Soup with Caramelized Onions.
Milk Street travels to Jordan to learn the secrets of Falafel. In the kitchen, Chris and Milk Street Cook Lynn Clark demonstrate how to bring crispy, herbal Falafel to your home. Then, Milk Street Cook Rayna Jhaveri makes Moroccan Carrot Salad, transforming average grocery-store carrots into a fresh side dish. Finally, Milk Street Cook Bianca Borges prepares Baked Kefta with Tahini.
We travel to Morocco to learn Moroccan Beef, Tomato and Chickpea Stew, traditionally served during Ramadan as a way to break the fast. Back at Milk Street, Christopher Kimball demonstrates how to make the dish and Milk Street Cook Lynn Clark makes Miso Soup with Shiitake Mushrooms and Poached Eggs. To finish, Milk Street Cook Rayna Jhaveri prepares Dal Tarka, the ubiquitous Indian lentil dish.
This episode showcases breads from around the world. First, Christopher Kimball and Milk Street Cook Erica Bruce bake German-Style Winter Squash Bread, an impressive braided loaf. Then, Milk Street Cook Bianca Borges makes Palestinian-Style Turmeric Bread. Finally, Milk Street Cook Lynn Clark prepares Chinese Sesame-Scallion Bread featuring a crisp crust and a satisfying interior chew.
Who doesn’t love pasta? Milk Street Cook Lynn Clark prepares Pasta with Radicchio, Walnuts and Black Pepper inspired by Venice. Next, Milk Street Cook Sam Fore makes Rigatoni with Broccoli-Lemon Sauce, a dish that enrobes pasta with silky broccoli puree. To finish, Milk Street Cook Josh Mamaclay whips up Pasta with Sage, Walnut and Parmesan Pesto for a delicious and nontraditional take on pesto.
In this episode, Christopher Kimball travels to Turkey with Boston-based chef Ana Sortun. Back at Milk Street, Chris demonstrates how to make Ana Sortun’s Lahmajoun, a thicker and more substantial version of the typically thin flatbread. Then, Milk Street Cook Lynn Clark prepares Red Lentil Soup with Potato and Lemon, taught to us by a home cook in Istanbul. Finally, Milk Street Cook Josh Mamaclay makes Turkish Poached Eggs with Garlicky Yogurt finished with a spice-infused butter.
We take inspiration from our travels in Morocco as Christopher Kimball prepares Beef and Onion Tagine with Prunes and Apricots, a dish that balances savory and sweet ingredients. Then, Milk Street Cook Josh Mamaclay makes subtly sweet Toasted Pearl Couscous with Butternut Squash and Cranberries and Milk Street Cook Erica Bruce assembles hearty Chinese Beef Stew with Chickpeas and Star Anise.
We show you three of our favorite cakes. Christopher Kimball and expert baker Cheryl Day begin with a rich and tender Chocolate Bundt Cake with Dark Chocolate Glaze. Next, Milk Street Cook Erica Bruce bakes Plum Cake with Spiced Almond Crumble, ideal for a weekend brunch. Finally, Milk Street Cook Bianca Borges whips up Mini Almond Cakes with Spiced Chocolate, inspired by Mexican hot chocolate.
We head to Brazil to get a look at some deliciously unique pizza variations. In the kitchen, Christopher Kimball and Milk Street Cook Erika Bruce show us how to prepare the base for our pizzas: Brazilian Thin Crust Dough and Sauce. Then, Chris and Erika whip up Pizza Carbonara and Pizza with Ricotta, Za’atar and Arugula.
We travel to Jordan to learn some classic regional dishes. When we return to Milk Street, Christopher Kimball makes Chicken Fatteh, which layers oven-crisped pita, fragrant basmati rice pilaf, a creamy yogurt-tahini sauce and tender shredded chicken. Then, Chris demonstrates Jordanian Bedouin Flatbread, a rustic loaf ideal for scooping up stewy or saucy main dishes. Finally, Milk Street Cook Sam Fore prepares Eggplant-Tahini Dip, similar to baba ghanoush.
In this episode, we introduce some of our favorite soups. To start, Christopher Kimball makes Turkish Wedding Soup inspired by a trip to Turkey. Then, Milk Street Cook Bianca Borges prepares Yucatecan Chicken and Lime Soup. To finish, Milk Street Cook Josh Mamaclay assembles Filipino Chicken Soup with Coconut and Lemon Grass with a great balance of sweet, salty and bright flavors.
In this episode, we travel to Colombia for a delicious lesson in Colombian-Style Empanadas. Back in the kitchen, Christopher Kimball and Milk Street Cook Bianca Borges recreate these meat-and-potato-filled delicacies, complete with a deeply golden and extra-crisp crust. Next, Milk Street Cook Josh Mamaclay prepares deliciously rich Braised Chicken with Coconut and Plantain. To finish, Milk Street Cook Lynn Clark makes our adaptation of Colombian Potato Soup with Chicken, Corn and Capers (Ajiáco).
We turn to the rustic side of Italian cuisine as inspiration for this episode. First, Christopher Kimball and Milk Street Cook Erika Bruce assemble Umbrian Flatbreads with Sausage and Broccoli Rabe. Then, Milk Street Cook Sam Fore prepares a brothy, hearty Umbrian Lentil Soup, while Milk Street Cook Rayna Jhaveri makes bright and fresh Pasta with Ricotta, Tomatoes and Herbs.
In this episode, Christopher Kimball travels to seaside Jalisco, Mexico to learn from some local chefs. Back in the kitchen, Chris and Milk Street Cook Erika Bruce bake warm, sweet and subtly nutty Corn and Cinnamon Butter Cookies. Next, Milk Street Cook Lynn Clark whips up briny and savory Butterflied "Grilled" Shrimp. Finally, Milk Street Cook Rayna Jhaveri assembles Salsa Macha Costeña, made with nuts and chilies.
Sometimes all you need to make a delicious weeknight meal is a skillet! Milk Street Cook Josh Mamaclay whips up beer-marinated Skillet-Roasted Peruvian Style Chicken. Then, Milk Street Cook Sam Fore makes Italian Summer Vegetable Stew, a perfect accompaniment to grilled meat or fish. Finally, Milk Street Cook Lynn Clark assembles Eggs Fried in Parmesan Breadcrumbs with Wilted Spinach.
The Milk Street Cooks demonstrate three flavorful ways to prepare chicken. To start, Christopher Kimball cooks Circassian Chicken inspired by his travels in Turkey. Then, Milk Street Cook Rayna Jhaveri puts together Spanish-style Arroz con Pollo. To round out the episode, Milk Street Cook Bianca Borges makes Chicken Chilindrón, stewed with tomatoes, bell peppers and onion.
This episode showcases a powerhouse ingredient—miso! We start with Milk Street Cook Bianca Borges preparing Pan-Seared Steak with Smoky Miso Butter and Watercress Salad, boasting big, bold flavor. Next, Milk Street Cook Rayna Jhaveri makes Sautéed Corn with Miso, Butter and Scallions, the perfect savory-sweet side. To finish, Christopher Kimball and Milk Street Cook Erika Bruce bake delightfully complex Peanut Butter-Miso Cookies.
This episode is a carnivore’s delight, as we spotlight our favorite meat-centered dishes. Inspired by a trip to Brazil, Christopher Kimball prepares a Brazilian Black Bean Stew with Pork and Beef brightened with orange juice. Next, Milk Street Cook Sam Fore makes Spanish Chorizo, Ham and White Bean Stew with a deeply flavorful broth. To finish, Milk Street Cook Rose Hattabaugh whips up a comforting Italian Sausage and Mushroom Ragù with Pappardelle.
Learn baking from cookbook author and owner of Back in the Day Bakery—Cheryl Day! Christopher Kimball and Cheryl Day start off by baking a Glazed Three-Citrus and Almond Bundt Cake with a soft, sueded crumb. Next, they whip up Salty Honey and Browned Butter Bars reminiscent of rich, custardy chess pie. Last but not least, Chris and Cheryl make S'mores Bars with Marshmallow Meringue, a perfect summer dessert.
Cook with what you have in your pantry! Milk Street Cook Rayna Jhaveri prepares Cream-Free Tomato Bisque with Parmesan Croutons, a grown-up twist on a childhood favorite. Then, Milk Street Cook Sam Fore makes Pasta with Pesto Rosso, a red pesto featuring roasted red pepper and pecorino. To finish, Milk Street Cook Josh Mamaclay whips up a Stir-Fried Cumin Tofu, marinated in soy sauce and vinegar.
In this episode, we look to the flavors of the Middle Eastern table. Milk Street Cook Lynn Clark prepares Hummus Fatteh, a superb mix of creamy and crunchy textures with earthy, nutty flavors. Then, Milk Street Cook Josh Mamaclay makes Green Shakshuka with leeks, spinach and peas. To finish, Christopher Kimball demonstrates a Chicken Shawarma that uses the intense heat of the broiler to char chicken thighs and onion slices.
Learn how to amp up your roasted chicken. Milk Street Cook Bianca Borges starts off with Spice-Rubbed Roasted Chicken with Green-Herb Chutney—a simple puree of herbs and aromatics. Then, Milk Street Cook Erika Bruce makes elegant Skillet-Roasted Chicken with Bread Salad, and Milk Street Cook Lynn Clark prepares fragrant Five-Spice Roasted Chicken.
This episode is all about one-pan meals! To start, Milk Street Cook Bianca Borges whips up Spanish Baked Rice with Chickpeas, Potatoes and Chorizo, a Valencian classic. Then, Milk Street Cook Rose Hattabaugh makes Salt and Pepper Pork Chops with Spicy Scallions, seasoned generously with Sichuan pepper, black pepper and cayenne. Finally, Milk Street Cook Sam Fore prepares Three-Cheese Pasta in a Skillet with a velvety sauce that comes together in minutes.
In this episode, we make three noodle dishes that might become your new favorite weeknight dinner. Milk Street Cook Josh Mamaclay starts us off with Singapore Curry Noodles. Then, Milk Street Cook Sam Fore makes Korean Spicy Chilled Noodles with bold contrasting flavors and textures. To finish, Milk Street Cook Rayna Jhaveri prepares light and aromatic Sesame Noodles with Chicken and Scallions.
Travel to London to explore Indian flavors. Christopher Kimball makes deeply complex, Salan-style Hyderabadi Chicken Curry. Next, Milk Street Cook Bianca Borges demonstrates Indian-Spiced Smashed Potatoes, crisp on the outside, dense and creamy on the inside. Finally, Chris and Milk Street Cook Wes Martin prepare Masala-Spiced French Fries, the perfect fries at home with a South Asian twist.
We honor the beautiful city of Antakya, Turkey, which we visited shortly before an earthquake devastated this historic community. Christopher Kimball starts us off with Turkish Skillet Kebab with Charred Peppers and Tomatoes, our version of the regional specialty, tepsi kebabi. Then, Milk Street Cook Matthew Card whips up Turkish Hummus which we found to be softer, nuttier and more lemony than the Middle Eastern-style hummus that we know and love. To finish, Chris and Milk Street Cook Rose Hattabaugh bake Date-Stuffed Semolina Cookies, a treat often served on holidays.
London-based baker Claire Ptak teaches us her favorite loaf cakes! First up is an Upside-Down Cardamom-Spiced Plum Cake featuring a caramel-y layer of sliced fruit and a sturdy, buttery cake. Next, Lemon and Caraway Butter Cake, an elegant, bright, old-fashioned British teacake. Last but not least, a quick Double-Chocolate Loaf cake that boasts a remarkably deep color, intensely rich flavor and a plush, velvety crumb.
In this episode, we show you three baking recipes ideal for a weekend breakfast. First, Christopher Kimball and Milk Street Cook Bianca Borges make richly flavored Neapolitan Salami-Provolone Buns. Then, Milk Street Cook Matthew Card bakes Banana Hazelnut Bread, perfectly balanced with a moist and tender crumb. To finish, Milk Street Cook Rose Hattabaugh prepares light and lemony Cinnamon Sugar Yogurt Doughnuts.
We travel to Thailand to learn favorite, iconic regional dishes. First, Milk Street Cooks Bianca Borges and Wes Martin demonstrate restaurant-quality Pad Thai with Shrimp, adapted from more than a dozen recipes we tasted in Bangkok. Then, Milk Street Cook Matthew Card whips up Thai Cashew Chicken and Christopher Kimball makes Thai Stir-Fried Pork with Basil, Chilies and Garlic.
From Rome to Naples, we bring the cooking of Italy to our kitchen! Christopher Kimball and Milk Street Cook Rose Hattabaugh start us off with Roman Cloud Bread with Mixed Greens and Fennel Salad, a crisp yet pleasantly chewy flatbread contrasted by fresh, bitter greens. Then, Milk Street Cook Bianca Borges assembles a lighter, brighter riff on carbonara, Spaghetti with Prosciutto, Parmesan and Peas. To finish, Milk Street Cook Rosemary Gill makes Gnocchi di Farina with Pancetta and Garlic, demonstrating gnocchi made with only flour, water and salt.
We look to the flavors North Africa. To begin, Christopher Kimball and Milk Street Cook Matthew Card demonstrating warmly spiced Moroccan Meatball Tagine with Green Olives and Lemon. Next up, Milk Street Cook Rose Hattabaugh makes Shakshuka, bolstered by harissa. Finally, Milk Street Cook Rosemary Gill prepares Harissa-Spiced Pasta with Chicken and Green Beans, a delicious one-pot dinner.
We venture to Paris to explore its Southeast Asian street food scene. Back in the kitchen, Christopher Kimball whips up salty-sweet Garlic-Lemon Grass Chicken Wings. Then, Milk Street Cook Bianca Borges makes Fried Egg Bánh Mì. Lastly, Chris and Milk Street Cook Wes Martin prepare Crisp-Skin Pork Belly Rice Bowls with Pickled Vegetables, a riot of texture and flavor.
The food of Naples stars in this episode. We begin with Christopher Kimball and Milk Street Cook Rose Hattabaugh assembling No-Fry Neapolitan Eggplant Parmesan, a lighter version of the original that skips the breading. Milk Street Cook Matthew Card follows by preparing simple Broccoli Rabe and Sausage, and Milk Street Cook Bianca Borges making Italian comfort food, Pasta and Potatoes.
We take a trip to South Korea to learn their sweet and spicy version of KFC and more. Back in the kitchen, Christopher Kimball and Milk Street Cook Bianca Borges prepare dakgangjeong: crisp, well-seasoned Korean Fried Chicken. Next, Milk Street Cook Wes Martin makes ultratender Beef Bulgogi. To finish, Milk Street Cook Rosemary Gill assembles Kimchi Fried Rice, an umami-packed dish.
Christopher Kimball searches Paris for new spins on bistro classics, starting with a surprising take on French Onion Soup. Back at Milk Street, Rose Hattabaugh makes Oven-Baked Three-Layer Croque Monsieur Sandwiches, a fuss-free recipe that's doable on any night of the week. Finally, Rosemary Gill prepares a modern twist on garlic bread: Garlic Toasts with Goat Cheese and Herb Salad.
Christopher Kimball goes on a fishing trip off the Pacific Coast of Mexico to learn the art of Mexican seafood. Back at Milk Street, he prepares Slow-Cooked Snapper with Chili and Lime, inspired by pescado zarandeado. Then, Matthew Card prepares aguachile negro, or Mexican-Style Shrimp in Chili-Lime Sauce. Rosemary Gill gives a lesson on Chilis 101 and we visit Santiago Muñoz at his tortilleria Maizajo to learn the secret to amazing heirloom tortillas.
Let your vegetables take center stage! Christopher Kimball makes Skillet Spanakopita, a new weeknight favorite with more creamy spinach and feta filling, prepared in less time. Next, Rosemary Gill makes Roasted Whole Cauliflower with Feta and Wes Martin whips up Oaxacan-Style Vegetables in Chili-Garlic Sauce. Plus, learn our "meat cheats" to add instant savoriness to your favorite vegetables!
What makes the perfect Cacio e Pepe? Milk Street stops at nothing to find out! Christopher Kimball travels to Rome, where he learns that there are endless ways to make this seemingly simple dish with only three ingredients. Then, Rose Hattabaugh unlocks the meaty side of zucchini with Zucchini Carbonara and Rosemary Gill offers a creamy, dairy-free version of pesto, Spaghetti Parsley with Pesto.
Milk Street explores the art of baking cakes that all share one technique: using a blender to make the batter! Christopher Kimball will have you rethinking cornbread as he prepares Mexican Sweet Corn Cake. Then, Rosemary Gill purees carrots in a blender to make Brazilian-Style Chocolate Glazed Carrot Cake. Finally, Rose Hattabaugh bakes a Yellow Blender Cake with a simple 1-2-3 Vanilla Frosting.
Milk Street Editorial Director J.M. Hirsch travels to Kyiv, Ukraine, where he hears from chefs and home cooks about their effort to preserve Ukrainian culture through cuisine. At Milk Street, Christopher Kimball joins J.M. to make an oven-baked, old-school rendition of Chicken Kyiv flavored with dill, lemon and ginger. Then, we investigate the past, present, and future of Ukrainian Borsch.
Milk Street takes a deep dive into the spice cabinet! Rosemary Gill starts off with a lesson on Spice Blends 101. Wes Martin uses an Egyptian seasoning to prepare Dukkah-Crusted Chicken Cutlets with Carrot-Cashew Salad. Christopher Kimball makes a pot of Berbere-Spiced Red Lentils, and Rosemary returns to whip up a tray of Butter Roasted Carrots with Za'atar and Pomegranate Molasses.
Milk Street heads to Italy to uncover lesser-known pasta recipes that deserve your attention. Christopher Kimball and J.M. Hirsch prepare Pasta with Spicy Tomato and Pancetta Sauce, where the secret spicy ingredient takes everyone by surprise. Then, we get a lesson on simple pasta shapes and Rose Hattabaugh makes Rigatoni alla Zozzona, a mash-up of carbonara and Amatriciana.
Milk Street celebrates Thanksgiving! Matthew Card prepares a Two-Hour Turkey that saves you time in the kitchen and frees up your oven for other Thanksgiving favorites. Rosemary Gill streamlines sides with Milk-Simmered Mashed Potatoes. Last by not least, Christopher Kimball shares his best pie-making secrets with his all-time favorite Double Crust Apple Pie.
Christopher Kimball heads back to Paris to satiate his sweet tooth with two show-stopping recipes, one of which has Chris the most excited he's ever been about a dessert! First up is Parisian Flan, where we harness the science of cornstarch to make a pastry cream filling with a double dose of vanilla. Then, Rose Hattabaugh makes Babas Au Rum, a French dessert flavored with candied orange and rum.
From roasted to mashed, Milk Street gives potatoes a makeover! Christopher Kimball visits Türkiye, where he learns a recipe for cheesy Turkish Mashed Potatoes. Then, Wes Martin prepares Patatas Bravas, sharing tips for getting perfect crispy potatoes without deep-frying. Finally, Rosemary Gill brings out the spice with Suya-Spiced Roasted Potatoes with Tomato-Chili Relish.
Milk Street takes "project baking" to new and exciting heights. First, Christopher Kimball makes Kolaches, Czech-American breakfast treats filled with cream cheese and jam. Rose Hattabaugh bakes Chocolate and Tahini Babka, a creative twist on the braided bread. Plus, Wes Martin shares the secret to proofing your dough in a cold kitchen and Rosemary Gill offers a lesson on Yeast 101.
Milk Street travels to the street markets of Bangkok to learn Thai classics. J.M. Hirsch and Christopher Kimball begin with Thai-Style Coconut and Chicken Soup, using homemade coconut milk as the soup’s base. Then, Rosemary Gill reveals the art of Hot and Sour Soup with Chicken and Mushrooms, and Bianca Borges shares the technique for making perfect Thai Salad Rolls with Green Chili Dipping Sauce.
For special occasion entertaining, Christopher Kimball makes Barolo-Braised Beef Short Ribs, demonstrating the right way to cook your meat in wine. Rosemary Gill shows off the magic of dried mushrooms with Porcini-Rubbed Beef Tenderloin with Roasted Portobello Mushrooms. Finally, Rose Hattabaugh modernizes chocolate mousse with a recipe for Dark Chocolate Terrine with Coffee and Cardamom.
Christopher Kimball learns Sichuan cooking secrets from Fuchsia Dunlop, starting with Sichuan-Style Cold Poached Chicken with Double Sesame Sauce, a flavorful take on chicken salad. Wes Martin explores toban djan, an essential Sichuan ingredient, to prepare Sichuan Red-Braised Beef. Then, Rosemary Gill gives a lesson on Tofu 101 and makes Spicy Broccolini with Seared Tofu and Sesame Oil.
What makes the perfect cheesecake? Milk Street heads into the kitchen to find out! Rose Hattabaugh leads the way with Basque Cheesecake, a dessert known for its “burnt” surface and creamy-smooth center. Christopher Kimball then puts cream cheese on the sidelines with Ricotta-Semolina Cheesecake. Plus, we investigate how the color of bakeware affects a recipe and make homemade crème fraîche.
Milk Street goes around the world to learn different variations of flatbread. Christopher Kimball starts with Turkish Pide Breads, demonstrating that sometimes flatbreads aren’t so flat. Then, Rosemary Gill prepares quick and easy Yogurt Flatbreads with Flavored Butter. Inspired by the bakeries of Pakistan, Bianca Borges whips up Potato-Stuffed Naan.
We add big, bold flavor to chicken three ways––whole-poached, spatchcocked and tray-baked. Christopher Kimball uses a slow-cooking poaching technique to make Chinese White-Cooked Chicken with Ginger Soy Dressing. Bianca Borges breaks down Piri Piri Chicken and Rosemary Gill adds her signature touch to a Garlicky Spiced Chicken and Potato Traybake with Pomegranate Molasses.
Milk Street travels to Lahore, Pakistan to discover the heart and soul of Pakistani cuisine. Christopher Kimball and J.M. Hirsch combine inspiration from chefs and street vendors to make Chicken Biryani. Then, Bianca Borges makes Chicken Karahi, a speedy and flavorful dish that strays from Pakistan’s signature slow-cooking method. Plus, Rosemary Gill gives a lesson on Rice 101.
Milk Street Kitchen transforms into a steakhouse! Rosemary Gill offers a Steak 101 lesson that will set your steak up for success. Bianca Borges shows why you should “bake your steak” by making Oven-Perfect Strip Steak with Chimichurri. Christopher Kimball explains why everyone is wrong about marinades, then makes Pan Seared Skirt Steak with Vietnamese Scallion Sauce.
Christopher Kimball goes off the beaten path to learn new twists on Italian classics. He starts with Fresh Egg Pasta with Brown Butter and Hazelnuts. Then, Rosemary Gill shows that Roman-Style Chicken Cacciatore is not always a chunky, tomato-heavy braise. Rose Hattabaugh prepares Spinach and Ricotta Dumplings in Tomato Sauce, and we investigate how to tame the acidity of tomato sauce.
Milk Street takes your favorite cookie recipes to the next level! Christopher Kimball begins with a grown-up version of the ultimate classic, Rye Chocolate Chip Cookies. Then, Bianca Borges combines sweet and salty with crunchy and chewy to bake Peanut-Butter Miso Cookies. Finally, Rose Hattabaugh looks to the Middle East for inspiration and prepares Tahini Swirl Brownies.
Milk Street visits Hungary to learn all about paprika! Christopher Kimball and J.M. Hirsch prepare Hungarian Chicken Paprikash with Dumplings & Cucumber Salad, where they ask themselves: Is this is a chicken dish spiced with paprika, or a paprika dish that happens to have chicken? We learn about the paprika farmers of Budapest, and Bianca Borges masters a thousand-year-old dish, Hungarian Goulash.
