Show update for The Kitchen Counter Podcast, October 2023.

On today's episode I share a recipe for one of my favorite refreshing summer dishes: gazpacho. Coming from the south of Spain, gazpacho features fresh seasonal tomatoes, peppers, and cucumber. Served as a soup or a drink, this recipe will save you from heating up the kitchen and cool you down at the same time.

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Vinegar has been around thousands of years, and it is one of the most important sources of acid to a home cook. Even though it's common, it can be a bit mysterious. In this episode I dive into what vinegar is, how it's made, and some common uses for the sour superstar in the home cook's kitchen.

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On today's smorgasbord episode we talk about foxes in the backyard (that is not a euphemism), and upcoming travel to New Orleans & Cajun Country. Need a sweet and refreshing drink for your next summertime get-together? Pineapple punch might just fit that order. I also discuss Okinawan Taco Rice and some favorite condiments from around the world.

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On today's episode we visit with author Matt Moore about his new book "Butcher on the Block: Everyday Recipes, Stories, and Inspirations from Your Local Butcher and Beyond." Matt likes to say that sometimes to get the best recipes, just talk to your butcher. This book is a reflection of that, with stories from local butchers across the country and a heaping helping of recipes to go along with. We'll hear Matt's thoughts on the state of local butcher shops in the U.S., his favorite cut of meat for grilling, and some tips for visiting your local butcher for the first time.

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On today’s episode Ashley L. Jones, author of Skilletheads: A Guide to Collecting and Restoring Cast-Iron Cookware joins me to discuss cast iron’s role in the home kitchen. We touch a little on the history of cast iron manufacturing in the United States, which pieces a home cook should invest in, where to find pieces for your kitchen, and how to season your cast iron cookware.

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On today's episode we dive into the kingdom of mushrooms. We look at the common mushrooms you'll find at the grocery store, how to select, store and clean them, and a few uses for each varieties. So get ready to take your umami game up a level with these fabulous fungi!

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On today’s episode we welcome Eidref Laxa, host of the “What’s Good Dough” podcast. We talk pizza, and how home cooks can increase their chances of success for turning out a great homemade pie. We cover pizza stones and baking steels, pizza ovens, high-hydration dough, and more. So grab a slice and settle in for a great conversation on the art of homemade pizza!

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