If you or someone in your family is going plant-based with their eating, getting some great vegan recipes into your mealtime lineup can be a lifesaver. Smidgen host and owner of Red Stick Spice Company Anne Milneck’s own daughter went vegan and Anne explains some expert tips for how to navigate the culinary landscape that comes with this type of eating. After you learn all of Anne’s tips, it’s on to five essential vegan recipes that you’re going to love to eat—whether you are a vegan or not! How do I start cooking vegan food?  -  Anne has a great blog post that collects all these recipes into one place. Read the blog post here: https://blog.redstickspice.com/5-essential-vegan-recipes/ - Not on the list above, but in the episode, try butternut squash hummus. Yum! - Anne recommends Smoked Olive Oil to do a lot of heavy lifting for getting South Louisianan flavors into vegan dishes. - Burger lovers, rejoice! Try Emma's Black Bean Burger-- recipe here.  - Here’s some resources Anne recommends when expanding your vegan cooking:  Minimalist Baker: https://minimalistbaker.com/ Oh She Glows: https://ohsheglows.com/ Ottolenghi cook books help a lot: https://ottolenghi.co.uk/shop/books Eat Like You Give a ****: https://www.badmanners.com/book/official-cookbook Veganomicon:  https://www.amazon.com/Veganomicon-10th-Anniversary-Ultimate-Cookbook/dp/0738218995 Mark Bittman VB6:  https://markbittman.com/book-covers-descriptions/sf79lr36et2g7eiao10t0znewd20wn Six Seasons—a must have: https://www.joshuamcfadden.com/sixseasons   - How do I get the Red Stick Spice Company newsletter with recipes and cooking ideas? Sign up for our newsletter here.  Hear all Smidgen episodes on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts,  Pandora, or your browser, or your favorite podcast app. Follow Red Stick Spice Co socials, including Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter. Smidgen is the award-winning podcast of Red Stick Spice Co.

If you or someone in your family is going plant-based with their eating, getting some great vegan recipes into your mealtime lineup can be a lifesaver. Smidgen host and owner of <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Red Stick Spice Company</a> Anne Milneck’s own daughter went vegan and Anne explains some expert tips for how to navigate the culinary landscape that comes with this type of eating. After you learn all of Anne’s tips, it’s on to five essential vegan recipes that you’re going to love to eat—whether you are a vegan or not! How do I start cooking vegan food? - Anne has a great blog post that collects all these recipes into one place. Read the blog post here: <a href="https://blog.redstickspice.com/5-essential-vegan-recipes/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://blog.redstickspice.com/5-essential-vegan-recipes/</a> - Not on the list above, but in the episode, try <a href="https://blog.redstickspice.com/recipe/butternut-squash-hummus/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">butternut squash hummus</a>. Yum! - Anne recommends <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/products/smoked-extra-virgin-olive-oi" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Smoked Olive Oil</a> to do a lot of heavy lifting for getting South Louisianan flavors into vegan dishes. - Burger lovers, rejoice! Try Emma's Black Bean Burger-- <a href="https://blog.redstickspice.com/recipe/emmas-black-bean-burger/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">recipe here</a>.  - Here’s some resources Anne recommends when expanding your vegan cooking: <ul> <li>Minimalist Baker: <a href="https://minimalistbaker.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://minimalistbaker.com/</a></li> <li>Oh She Glows: <a href="https://ohsheglows.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://ohsheglows.com/</a></li> <li>Ottolenghi cook books help a lot: <a href="https://ottolenghi.co.uk/shop/books" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://ottolenghi.co.uk/shop/books</a></li> <li>Eat Like You Give a ****: <a href="https://www.badmanners.com/book/official-cookbook" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.badmanners.com/book/official-cookbook</a></li> <li>Veganomicon: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Veganomicon-10th-Anniversary-Ultimate-Cookbook/dp/0738218995" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> https://www.amazon.com/Veganomicon-10th-Anniversary-Ultimate-Cookbook/dp/0738218995</a></li> <li>Mark Bittman VB6: <a href="https://markbittman.com/book-covers-descriptions/sf79lr36et2g7eiao10t0znewd20wn" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> https://markbittman.com/book-covers-descriptions/sf79lr36et2g7eiao10t0znewd20wn</a></li> <li>Six Seasons—a must have: <a href="https://www.joshuamcfadden.com/sixseasons" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.joshuamcfadden.com/sixseasons</a></li> </ul> - How do I get the Red Stick Spice Company newsletter with recipes and cooking ideas? <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/pages/smidgen-email" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sign up for our newsletter here</a>. Hear all Smidgen episodes on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/smidgen/id1465606357?ls=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/15wkGumdhY9KvFgQzQLMDd" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Spotify</a>, <a href="https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cDovL3NtaWRnZW5wb2RjYXN0LmNvbS9yc3M%3D" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Google Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://www.pandora.com/podcast/smidgen/PC:21843?part=PC:21843&amp;corr=podcast_organic_external_site&amp;TID=Brand:POC:PC21843:podcast_organic_external_site" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Pandora</a>, or <a href="http://smidgenpodcast.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">your browser</a>, or your favorite podcast app. Follow Red Stick Spice Co socials, including <a href="https://www.facebook.com/redstickspicecompany" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/redstickspice/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, or <a href="https://twitter.com/RedStickSpice" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>. <a href="http://smidgenpodcast.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Smidgen</a> is the award-winning podcast of <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Red Stick Spice Co.</a>

5 Essential Vegan Recipes that Everyone (Yes, Everyone!) Are Going to Love

It’s too dang hot, y’all.  If the thought of cooking in the kitchen has you crying right now, Anne Milneck, chef and owner of Red Stick Spice Company shares 8 cooldown recipes to help you take the temp down just a bit. Make the most of produce that’s available now; get some sumptuous sips; indulge in some frozen sweet treats that are sure to make summertime memories. What recipes can I make to cooldown and beat the heat?  -  Are you intrigued by ice box cakes and pies? Make some space in the freezer for these delights:                -  Refreshing  Blueberry Lemon Ginger Ice Box Cake  is one to try                 - Chocolate lovers rejoice for Red Stick Spice Co’s Chocolate Ice Box Pie  - Legendary Lime Cracker Ice Box Pie from Kenji Lopez-Alt (lime and Ritz crackers?? Tell us more!)  -  House favorite Eggplant Parm Burgers  get a shout-out on this episode (hint:  make these! Thank us later.)  -  Peachy keen! Make  Peach Salad with Pepper Jelly Vinaigrette  -  The requisite Red Stick Spice Company quick pickled item:  Sweet Quick Pickled Cucumbers - Afternoon nibble idea:  Strawberry Bruschetta with Strawberry Balsamic - Corn on the cob gets an upgrade with Elote! Make it for your BBQ: https://blog.redstickspice.com/recipe/elote/ - Morning, noon, or night: Squash &amp; Corn Fritters - Talk about childhood memories:  No Churn Vanilla Ice Cream -  Frozen Cantaloupe Agua Fresca and Watermelon Bellinis are two drinks you can sip year round but are especially appreciated now  - How do I get the Red Stick Spice Company newsletter with recipes and cooking ideas? Sign up for our newsletter here. -Read Anne’s blog post with all her cooldown recipes here:  https://blog.redstickspice.com/8-summertime-cool-down-dishes-and-sips/    Hear all Smidgen episodes on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts,  Pandora, or your browser, or your favorite podcast app. Follow Red Stick Spice Co socials, including Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter. Smidgen is the award-winning podcast of Red Stick Spice Co.

It’s too dang hot, y’all.  If the thought of cooking in the kitchen has you crying right now, Anne Milneck, chef and owner of <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Red Stick Spice Company</a> shares 8 cooldown recipes to help you take the temp down just a bit. Make the most of produce that’s available now; get some sumptuous sips; indulge in some frozen sweet treats that are sure to make summertime memories. What recipes can I make to cooldown and beat the heat? - Are you intrigued by ice box cakes and pies? Make some space in the freezer for these delights:               - Refreshing <a href="https://blog.redstickspice.com/recipe/blueberry-lemon-ginger-icebox-cake/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Blueberry Lemon Ginger Ice Box Cake</a> is one to try               - Chocolate lovers rejoice for Red Stick Spice Co’s <a href="https://blog.redstickspice.com/recipe/chocolate-icebox-pie/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Chocolate Ice Box Pie</a> - Legendary <a href="https://blog.redstickspice.com/recipe/lime-cracker-pie/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Lime Cracker Ice Box Pie</a> from Kenji Lopez-Alt (lime and Ritz crackers?? Tell us more!) - House favorite <a href="https://blog.redstickspice.com/recipe/eggplant-parm-burgers/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Eggplant Parm Burgers</a> get a shout-out on this episode (hint: make these! Thank us later.) - Peachy keen! Make <a href="https://blog.redstickspice.com/recipe/summer-peach-salad-with-strawberry-pepper-jelly-vinaigrette/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Peach Salad with Pepper Jelly Vinaigrette</a> - The requisite Red Stick Spice Company quick pickled item: <a href="https://blog.redstickspice.com/recipe/sweet-quick-pickled-cucumbers/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Sweet Quick Pickled Cucumbers</a> - Afternoon nibble idea: <a href="https://blog.redstickspice.com/recipe/strawberry-bruschetta-with-strawberry-balsamic/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Strawberry Bruschetta with Strawberry Balsamic</a> - Corn on the cob gets an upgrade with Elote! Make it for your BBQ: <a href="https://blog.redstickspice.com/recipe/elote/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://blog.redstickspice.com/recipe/elote/</a> - Morning, noon, or night: <a href="https://blog.redstickspice.com/recipe/squash-corn-fritters/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Squash &amp; Corn Fritters</a> - Talk about childhood memories: <a href="https://blog.redstickspice.com/recipe/no-churn-vanilla-ice-cream/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> No Churn Vanilla Ice Cream</a> - <a href="https://blog.redstickspice.com/recipe/frozen-cantaloupe-agua-fresca/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Frozen Cantaloupe Agua Fresca</a> and <a href="https://blog.redstickspice.com/recipe/watermelon-bellini/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Watermelon Bellinis</a> are two drinks you can sip year round but are especially appreciated now - How do I get the Red Stick Spice Company newsletter with recipes and cooking ideas? <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/pages/smidgen-email" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sign up for our newsletter here</a>. -Read Anne’s blog post with all her cooldown recipes here: <a href="https://blog.redstickspice.com/8-summertime-cool-down-dishes-and-sips/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> https://blog.redstickspice.com/8-summertime-cool-down-dishes-and-sips/</a> Hear all Smidgen episodes on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/smidgen/id1465606357?ls=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/15wkGumdhY9KvFgQzQLMDd" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Spotify</a>, <a href="https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cDovL3NtaWRnZW5wb2RjYXN0LmNvbS9yc3M%3D" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Google Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://www.pandora.com/podcast/smidgen/PC:21843?part=PC:21843&amp;corr=podcast_organic_external_site&amp;TID=Brand:POC:PC21843:podcast_organic_external_site" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Pandora</a>, or <a href="http://smidgenpodcast.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">your browser</a>, or your favorite podcast app. Follow Red Stick Spice Co socials, including <a href="https://www.facebook.com/redstickspicecompany" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/redstickspice/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, or <a href="https://twitter.com/RedStickSpice" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>. <a href="http://smidgenpodcast.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Smidgen</a> is the award-winning podcast of <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Red Stick Spice Co.</a>

Get Ready for Summer with These 8 Delicious and Cool Recipes

Tapas—or small plates—are a signature of Mediterranean and Spanish cooking; Tapas give you a wonderful variety of dishes that give you lots of things to try and experience in a single meal. Tapas are also a phenomenal way to throw an unforgettable party. On this episode of Smidgen, Anne Milneck, chef and owner of Red Stick Spice Company shares 7 incredible tapas recipes to help you throw an amazing tapas party, complete with some expert tips. How can I throw a tapas party? Here are some of the recipes you should try for your upcoming tapas party. - Anne couldn’t say enough about the Spiced Roasted Olives. - Wow your crowd with Shrimp and Sofrito. - Pull together a perfect charcuterie board or salumi (meat) board. Anne shares all the tips on this blog post:  https://blog.redstickspice.com/6-tips-for-the-perfect-cheese-board/ - Watch guests go gaga over these  Rosemary Chipotle Roasted Nuts (a winner from Ina Garten.) -  Romesco sauce is perfect for dipping. Get the  recipe here. - Read Anne’s blog post all about how to host a successful tapas party: https://blog.redstickspice.com/7-recipes-for-a-tapas-party/  - How do I get the Red Stick Spice Company newsletter with recipes and cooking ideas? Sign up for our newsletter here.    Hear all Smidgen episodes on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts,  Pandora, or your browser, or your favorite podcast app. Follow Red Stick Spice Co socials, including Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter. Smidgen is the award-winning podcast of Red Stick Spice Co.

Tapas—or small plates—are a signature of Mediterranean and Spanish cooking; Tapas give you a wonderful variety of dishes that give you lots of things to try and experience in a single meal. Tapas are also a phenomenal way to throw an unforgettable party. On this episode of Smidgen, Anne Milneck, chef and owner of <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Red Stick Spice Company</a> shares 7 incredible tapas recipes to help you throw an amazing tapas party, complete with some expert tips. How can I throw a tapas party? Here are some of the recipes you should try for your upcoming tapas party. - Anne couldn’t say enough about the <a href="https://blog.redstickspice.com/recipe/spiced-roasted-olives/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Spiced Roasted Olives</a>. - Wow your crowd with <a href="https://blog.redstickspice.com/recipe/shrimp-with-sofrito/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Shrimp and Sofrito</a>. - Pull together a perfect charcuterie board or salumi (meat) board. Anne shares all the tips on this blog post: <a href="https://blog.redstickspice.com/6-tips-for-the-perfect-cheese-board/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> https://blog.redstickspice.com/6-tips-for-the-perfect-cheese-board/</a> - Watch guests go gaga over these <a href="https://blog.redstickspice.com/recipe/rosemary-chipotle-roasted-nuts/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Rosemary Chipotle Roasted Nuts</a> (a winner from Ina Garten.) - <a href="https://blog.redstickspice.com/recipe/flatbread-with-romesco-sauce-manchego/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Romesco sauce</a> is perfect for dipping. Get the <a href="https://blog.redstickspice.com/recipe/flatbread-with-romesco-sauce-manchego/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> recipe here</a>. - Read Anne’s blog post all about how to host a successful tapas party: <a href="https://blog.redstickspice.com/7-recipes-for-a-tapas-party/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://blog.redstickspice.com/7-recipes-for-a-tapas-party/</a> - How do I get the Red Stick Spice Company newsletter with recipes and cooking ideas? <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/pages/smidgen-email" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sign up for our newsletter here</a>. Hear all Smidgen episodes on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/smidgen/id1465606357?ls=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/15wkGumdhY9KvFgQzQLMDd" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Spotify</a>, <a href="https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cDovL3NtaWRnZW5wb2RjYXN0LmNvbS9yc3M%3D" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Google Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://www.pandora.com/podcast/smidgen/PC:21843?part=PC:21843&amp;corr=podcast_organic_external_site&amp;TID=Brand:POC:PC21843:podcast_organic_external_site" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Pandora</a>, or <a href="http://smidgenpodcast.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">your browser</a>, or your favorite podcast app. Follow Red Stick Spice Co socials, including <a href="https://www.facebook.com/redstickspicecompany" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/redstickspice/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, or <a href="https://twitter.com/RedStickSpice" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>. <a href="http://smidgenpodcast.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Smidgen</a> is the award-winning podcast of <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Red Stick Spice Co.</a>

Throw an Unforgettable Tapas Party: 7 Incredible Recipes and Expert Tips

Honey is more than a sweetener in a jar, hiding in your pantry. On this episode of Smidgen, host Anne Milneck—chef and owner of Red Stick Spice Company—gives us four delicious ways to add honey to our cooking. This episode is to help celebrate pollinator week, a celebration of the buzzing beneficials that help flowers bloom and food grow. (Be sure to follow Red Stick Spice Company on Facebook and Instagram so you can see how Anne is honoring pollinators this week!) What ways can honey be used in cooking? - Try a honey simple syrup for cocktails or mocktails for an elegant spin on your favorite sips. Recipe: https://blog.redstickspice.com/recipe/honey-simple-syrup/ - Honey is a great contrast to herbs and the slight tartness of ricotta. Try  Whipped Herbed Ricotta with Honeycomb. Recipe:  https://blog.redstickspice.com/recipe/whipped-herbed-ricotta-with-honeycomb/ - Do you like sweet with spice? Try Nashville Hot Honey, a great drizzle or dipping sauce; perfect for chicken. Made with Red Stick Spice Co’s Nashville Hot Chicken Blend. Oooh, honey! - Finish your meal with  Honey Espresso Sugar Cookies. Listed with no further explanation needed. Mentioned on the episode: - Look at these beautiful bee hives from Flow. Their collection can be seen here: https://www.honeyflow.com/collections/flow-hives (also they have a beginner bee keeper guide, too!) - Anne has a blog post about cooking with honey, complete with links to recipes. Read the post: https://blog.redstickspice.com/4-ways-to-cook-with-honey/  - How do I get the Red Stick Spice Company newsletter with recipes and cooking ideas? Sign up for our newsletter here.   Hear all Smidgen episodes on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts,  Pandora, or your browser, or your favorite podcast app. Follow Red Stick Spice Co socials, including Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter. Smidgen is the award-winning podcast of Red Stick Spice Co.

Honey is more than a sweetener in a jar, hiding in your pantry. On this episode of Smidgen, host Anne Milneck—chef and owner of <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Red Stick Spice Company</a>—gives us four delicious ways to add honey to our cooking. This episode is to help celebrate pollinator week, a celebration of the buzzing beneficials that help flowers bloom and food grow. (Be sure to follow Red Stick Spice Company on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/redstickspicecompany" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/redstickspice/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> so you can see how Anne is honoring pollinators this week!) What ways can honey be used in cooking? - Try a honey simple syrup for cocktails or mocktails for an elegant spin on your favorite sips. Recipe: <a href="https://blog.redstickspice.com/recipe/honey-simple-syrup/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://blog.redstickspice.com/recipe/honey-simple-syrup/</a> - Honey is a great contrast to herbs and the slight tartness of ricotta. Try <a href="https://blog.redstickspice.com/recipe/whipped-herbed-ricotta-with-honeycomb/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Whipped Herbed Ricotta with Honeycomb</a>. Recipe: <a href="https://blog.redstickspice.com/recipe/whipped-herbed-ricotta-with-honeycomb/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> https://blog.redstickspice.com/recipe/whipped-herbed-ricotta-with-honeycomb/</a> - Do you like sweet with spice? Try <a href="https://blog.redstickspice.com/recipe/nashville-hot-honey/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Nashville Hot Honey</a>, a great drizzle or dipping sauce; perfect for chicken. Made with <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/products/nashville-hot-chicken" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Red Stick Spice Co’s Nashville Hot Chicken Blend</a>. Oooh, honey! - Finish your meal with <a href="https://blog.redstickspice.com/recipe/honey-espresso-sugar-cookies/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Honey Espresso Sugar Cookies</a>. Listed with no further explanation needed. Mentioned on the episode: - Look at these beautiful bee hives from <a href="https://www.honeyflow.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Flow</a>. Their collection can be seen here: <a href="https://www.honeyflow.com/collections/flow-hives" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.honeyflow.com/collections/flow-hives</a> (also they have a beginner bee keeper guide, too!) - Anne has a blog post about cooking with honey, complete with links to recipes. Read the post: <a href="https://blog.redstickspice.com/4-ways-to-cook-with-honey/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://blog.redstickspice.com/4-ways-to-cook-with-honey/</a> - How do I get the Red Stick Spice Company newsletter with recipes and cooking ideas? <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/pages/smidgen-email" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sign up for our newsletter here</a>.  Hear all Smidgen episodes on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/smidgen/id1465606357?ls=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/15wkGumdhY9KvFgQzQLMDd" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Spotify</a>, <a href="https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cDovL3NtaWRnZW5wb2RjYXN0LmNvbS9yc3M%3D" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Google Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://www.pandora.com/podcast/smidgen/PC:21843?part=PC:21843&amp;corr=podcast_organic_external_site&amp;TID=Brand:POC:PC21843:podcast_organic_external_site" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Pandora</a>, or <a href="http://smidgenpodcast.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">your browser</a>, or your favorite podcast app. Follow Red Stick Spice Co socials, including <a href="https://www.facebook.com/redstickspicecompany" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/redstickspice/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, or <a href="https://twitter.com/RedStickSpice" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>. <a href="http://smidgenpodcast.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Smidgen</a> is the award-winning podcast of <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Red Stick Spice Co.</a>

4 Sweet Recipes to Try: Easy Ways to Cook with Honey

Who doesn’t love brunch? Whether you are spending time with friends (nibbling and sipping) or preparing dishes you rarely get to enjoy (like quiche or breakfast rolls) brunch is a delightful meal. And the best part? You don’t have to go out for brunch! As soon as this weekend, you can make a memorable brunch that will wow. On this episode of Smidgen, host Anne Milneck—chef and owner of Red Stick Spice Company—shares five brunch ideas (that actually turns into six then seven brunch recipes— we couldn’t help ourselves! Brunch is just too good! You’re going to love all these brunch items!) How do you do a brunch at home? - Anne likes to serve two egg recipes at brunch—giving your guests a couple of options. Great options include shakshuka and quiche (like the  sweet potato quiche featured here.) - Amazing idea: a bagel board for brunch. See how to do a  bagel board the Red Stick Spice way here. - Get all the brunch suggestions Anne has here on the Red Stick Spice Company blog: 5 Fab Brunch Recipes. But wait, there’s more! - Read about the Red Stick Spice Brunch Roundup. Yee haw!   - How do I get the Red Stick Spice Company newsletter with recipes and cooking ideas? Sign up for our newsletter here.   Hear all Smidgen episodes on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts,  Pandora, or your browser, or your favorite podcast app. Follow Red Stick Spice Co socials, including Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter. Smidgen is the award-winning podcast of Red Stick Spice Co.

Who doesn’t love brunch? Whether you are spending time with friends (nibbling and sipping) or preparing dishes you rarely get to enjoy (like quiche or breakfast rolls) brunch is a delightful meal. And the best part? You don’t have to go out for brunch! As soon as this weekend, you can make a memorable brunch that will wow. On this episode of Smidgen, host Anne Milneck—chef and owner of <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Red Stick Spice Company</a>—shares five brunch ideas (that actually turns into six then seven brunch recipes— we couldn’t help ourselves! Brunch is just too good! You’re going to love all these brunch items!) How do you do a brunch at home? - Anne likes to serve two egg recipes at brunch—giving your guests a couple of options. Great options include <a href="https://blog.redstickspice.com/recipe/shakshuka/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">shakshuka</a> and quiche (like the <a href="https://blog.redstickspice.com/recipe/roasted-sweet-potato-feta-tart/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> sweet potato quiche featured here</a>.) - Amazing idea: a bagel board for brunch. See how to do a <a href="https://blog.redstickspice.com/recipe/smoked-salmon-bagel-brunch-board/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> bagel board the Red Stick Spice way here</a>. - Get all the brunch suggestions Anne has here on the Red Stick Spice Company blog: <a href="https://blog.redstickspice.com/5-fab-brunch-recipes/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">5 Fab Brunch Recipes</a>. But wait, there’s more! - Read about the Red Stick Spice <a href="https://blog.redstickspice.com/brunch-roundup/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Brunch Roundup</a>. Yee haw!  - How do I get the Red Stick Spice Company newsletter with recipes and cooking ideas? <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/pages/smidgen-email" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sign up for our newsletter here</a>. Hear all Smidgen episodes on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/smidgen/id1465606357?ls=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/15wkGumdhY9KvFgQzQLMDd" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Spotify</a>, <a href="https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cDovL3NtaWRnZW5wb2RjYXN0LmNvbS9yc3M%3D" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Google Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://www.pandora.com/podcast/smidgen/PC:21843?part=PC:21843&amp;corr=podcast_organic_external_site&amp;TID=Brand:POC:PC21843:podcast_organic_external_site" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Pandora</a>, or <a href="http://smidgenpodcast.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">your browser</a>, or your favorite podcast app. Follow Red Stick Spice Co socials, including <a href="https://www.facebook.com/redstickspicecompany" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/redstickspice/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, or <a href="https://twitter.com/RedStickSpice" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>. <a href="http://smidgenpodcast.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Smidgen</a> is the award-winning podcast of <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Red Stick Spice Co.</a>

5 Brunch Recipes You'll Want to Try This Weekend

Ina Garten is a cooking icon. Her show, The Barefoot Contessa, has been inspiring home cooks for just over twenty years. Her cookbooks are staples for many, and her knowledge of comfort food cooking; simple but elegant entertaining; and her attention to lovely décor details make her a go-to influencer. It’s no wonder that so many love her and her approach to cooking. On this episode of Smidgen, host Anne Milneck—chef and owner of Red Stick Spice Company—shares four lessons you can learn from Ina and how you can bring a little more of The Barefoot Contessa way into your home right away. What can you learn from the Barefoot Contessa? - Read Anne’s  blog post about The Barefoot Contessa on the  Red Stick Spice Co. website - Try some vinaigrette recipes like…  ·       Zahtar Vinaigrette  ·       Quinoa Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette  ·       Dirty Martini Vinaigrette - Make this week: Cauliflower Toast (and then report back to Anne.) Recipe here. - Browse the selection of young olive oils offered by Red Stick Spice Co. Shop the collection here.  - How do I get the Red Stick Spice Company newsletter with recipes and cooking ideas? Sign up for our newsletter here.   Hear all Smidgen episodes on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts,  Pandora, or your browser, or your favorite podcast app. Follow Red Stick Spice Co socials, including Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter. Smidgen is the award-winning podcast of Red Stick Spice Co.

Ina Garten is a cooking icon. Her show, The Barefoot Contessa, has been inspiring home cooks for just over twenty years. Her cookbooks are staples for many, and her knowledge of comfort food cooking; simple but elegant entertaining; and her attention to lovely décor details make her a go-to influencer. It’s no wonder that so many love her and her approach to cooking. On this episode of Smidgen, host Anne Milneck—chef and owner of <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Red Stick Spice Company</a>—shares four lessons you can learn from Ina and how you can bring a little more of The Barefoot Contessa way into your home right away. What can you learn from the Barefoot Contessa? - Read Anne’s <a href="https://blog.redstickspice.com/4-lessons-from-the-barefoot-contessa/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> blog post</a> about The Barefoot Contessa on the <a href="https://blog.redstickspice.com/4-lessons-from-the-barefoot-contessa/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Red Stick Spice Co. website</a> - Try some vinaigrette recipes like… ·       <a href="https://blog.redstickspice.com/recipe/zahtar-vinaigrette/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Zahtar Vinaigrette</a> ·       <a href="https://blog.redstickspice.com/recipe/quinoa-salad-with-lemon-vinaigrette/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Quinoa Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette</a> ·       <a href="https://blog.redstickspice.com/recipe/dirty-martini-salad-dressing/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dirty Martini Vinaigrette</a> - Make this week: <a href="https://blog.redstickspice.com/recipe/cauliflower-toast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Cauliflower Toast</a> (and then report back to Anne.) <a href="https://blog.redstickspice.com/recipe/cauliflower-toast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Recipe here</a>. - Browse the selection of young <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/collections/olive-oils" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">olive oils offered by Red Stick Spice Co</a>. Shop the <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/collections/olive-oils" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">collection here</a>. - How do I get the Red Stick Spice Company newsletter with recipes and cooking ideas? <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/pages/smidgen-email" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sign up for our newsletter here</a>. Hear all Smidgen episodes on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/smidgen/id1465606357?ls=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/15wkGumdhY9KvFgQzQLMDd" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Spotify</a>, <a href="https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cDovL3NtaWRnZW5wb2RjYXN0LmNvbS9yc3M%3D" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Google Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://www.pandora.com/podcast/smidgen/PC:21843?part=PC:21843&amp;corr=podcast_organic_external_site&amp;TID=Brand:POC:PC21843:podcast_organic_external_site" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Pandora</a>, or <a href="http://smidgenpodcast.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">your browser</a>, or your favorite podcast app. Follow Red Stick Spice Co socials, including <a href="https://www.facebook.com/redstickspicecompany" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/redstickspice/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, or <a href="https://twitter.com/RedStickSpice" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>. <a href="http://smidgenpodcast.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Smidgen</a> is the award-winning podcast of <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Red Stick Spice Co.</a>

4 Lessons from The Barefoot Contessa

Click here to learn more about Culinary Madrid, the cooking (and eating!) travel experience with Anne Milneck and Red Stick Spice Company: Culinary Madrid You can learn to cook the flavors of Spain this Fall in Madrid, Spain. Join Anne and Lili for a six-day food, wine, and cultural experience. Where did this tour come from, how did Anne and Lili get the idea? On this episode of Smidgen, you’ll learn the story of how this experience came together, as well as an overview of each day. Anne shares how Insider’s Travel crafted the trip and what you can expect each day. If you want to learn to prepare tapas and paella in their home country—Spain—you’re going to love this experience. Anne shares how Chef Gabriela Llamas plans the day’s menu based on what is available fresh at the market. You will immerse yourself in this method of cooking directly with Chef Gabriela. Finally, Anne explains how the trip is designed to allow a wonderful balance of planned activities and self-directed alone time, too. If you’ve been considering joining Anne for Culinary Madrid, we’re sure this “virtual tour” episode will get you excited for the adventure. Only a few days remain to register for Culinary Madrid! Mentioned on the show: ·       Did you miss any of our Spain focused Smidgen episodes? Tapas, and paella, and Tarta de Santiago—oh my! Listen to all those episodes here: Smidgen podcast. ·        Get excited: Try one of our favorite paella recipes—Easy weeknight paella.   ·       How can I learn more about Culinary Madrid—the six-day cooking and food tour of Madrid, Spain—and how can I sign up? Click here for Culinary Madrid.  Hear all Smidgen episodes on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts,  Pandora, or your browser, or your favorite podcast app. Follow Red Stick Spice Co socials, including Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter. Smidgen is the award-winning podcast of Red Stick Spice Co.

<a href="https://bit.ly/rssculinarymadrid" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here to learn more about Culinary Madrid</a>, the cooking (and eating!) travel experience with Anne Milneck and Red Stick Spice Company: <a href="https://bit.ly/rssculinarymadrid" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Culinary Madrid</a> You can learn to cook the flavors of Spain this Fall in Madrid, Spain. Join Anne and Lili for a six-day food, wine, and cultural experience. Where did this tour come from, how did Anne and Lili get the idea? On this episode of Smidgen, you’ll learn the story of how this experience came together, as well as an overview of each day. Anne shares how <a href="https://insiderstravel.io/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Insider’s Travel</a> crafted the trip and what you can expect each day. If you want to learn to prepare tapas and paella in their home country—Spain—you’re going to love this experience. Anne shares how <a href="http://www.lahuertadelemperador.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Chef Gabriela Llamas</a> plans the day’s menu based on what is available fresh at the market. You will immerse yourself in this method of cooking directly with Chef Gabriela. Finally, Anne explains how the trip is designed to allow a wonderful balance of planned activities and self-directed alone time, too. If you’ve been considering joining Anne for Culinary Madrid, we’re sure this “virtual tour” episode will get you excited for the adventure. Only a few days remain to register for Culinary Madrid! Mentioned on the show: ·       Did you miss any of our Spain focused Smidgen episodes? Tapas, and paella, and Tarta de Santiago—oh my! Listen to all those episodes here: <a href="http://smidgenpodcast.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Smidgen podcast</a>. ·        Get excited: Try one of our favorite paella recipes—<a href="https://blog.redstickspice.com/recipe/easy-weeknight-paella/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Easy weeknight paella</a>.   ·       How can I learn more about Culinary Madrid—the six-day cooking and food tour of Madrid, Spain—and how can I sign up? <a href="https://bit.ly/rssculinarymadrid" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here for Culinary Madrid</a>. Hear all Smidgen episodes on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/smidgen/id1465606357?ls=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/15wkGumdhY9KvFgQzQLMDd" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Spotify</a>, <a href="https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cDovL3NtaWRnZW5wb2RjYXN0LmNvbS9yc3M%3D" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Google Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://www.pandora.com/podcast/smidgen/PC:21843?part=PC:21843&amp;corr=podcast_organic_external_site&amp;TID=Brand:POC:PC21843:podcast_organic_external_site" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Pandora</a>, or <a href="http://smidgenpodcast.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">your browser</a>, or your favorite podcast app. Follow Red Stick Spice Co socials, including <a href="https://www.facebook.com/redstickspicecompany" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/redstickspice/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, or <a href="https://twitter.com/RedStickSpice" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>. <a href="http://smidgenpodcast.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Smidgen</a> is the award-winning podcast of <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Red Stick Spice Co.</a>

You Can Cook in Madrid Spain: Join Us for Culinary Madrid

Click here to learn more about Culinary Madrid, the cooking (and eating!) travel experience with Anne Milneck and Red Stick Spice Company: Culinary Madrid Anne (Red Stick Spice Company owner and host of Smidgen) makes this cake for nearly every family gathering, and you can, too. The Tarta de Santiago has something for everyone according to Anne. Santiago translates to St. James, and this cake, named for this “greater” Saint, traditionally bears a stencil of his sword on top. (Make a simple stencil of James’ sword and dust the top of the cake with powdered sugar. Adorable!) A flavorful, beautiful crumbed cake—light but with a chew; almond and citrus playing off each other—this cake is the perfect finish to a dinner of the complex flavors found in paella.  Tarta de Santiago is easy to make and is naturally gluten free. If you love simple but elegant baked goods, this one is for you. Mentioned on the show: ·       Bake it: Try Tarta de Santiago at home. ·       Go the distance and finish the cake with a powdered sugar stencil of St. James’ sword. Make a stencil of St. James’ sword with this image. (Via Wikipedia. There’s even a picture of the tarta on that page!) ·       Want an extra punch of almond flavor?  Red Stick Spice Co. almond extract is the answer. ·       Try one of our favorite paella recipes—Easy weeknight paella.   ·       How can I learn more about Culinary Madrid—the six day cooking and food tour of Madrid, Spain—and how can I sign up? Click here for Culinary Madrid.  Hear all Smidgen episodes on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts,  Pandora, or your browser, or your favorite podcast app. Follow Red Stick Spice Co socials, including Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter. Smidgen is the award-winning podcast of Red Stick Spice Co.

<a href="https://bit.ly/rssculinarymadrid" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here to learn more about Culinary Madrid</a>, the cooking (and eating!) travel experience with Anne Milneck and Red Stick Spice Company: <a href="https://bit.ly/rssculinarymadrid" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Culinary Madrid</a> Anne (Red Stick Spice Company owner and host of Smidgen) makes this cake for nearly every family gathering, and you can, too. The Tarta de Santiago has something for everyone according to Anne. Santiago translates to St. James, and this cake, named for this “greater” Saint, traditionally bears a stencil of his sword on top. (Make a simple stencil of <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cross_of_Saint_James" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">James’ sword</a> and dust the top of the cake with powdered sugar. Adorable!) A flavorful, beautiful crumbed cake—light but with a chew; almond and citrus playing off each other—this cake is the perfect finish to a dinner of the complex flavors found in paella.  Tarta de Santiago is easy to make and is naturally gluten free. If you love simple but elegant baked goods, this one is for you. Mentioned on the show: ·       Bake it: Try Tarta de Santiago at home. ·       Go the distance and finish the cake with a powdered sugar stencil of St. James’ sword. Make a stencil of <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cross_of_Saint_James" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">St. James’ sword with this image</a>. (Via <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cross_of_Saint_James" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Wikipedia</a>. There’s even a picture of the tarta on that page!) ·       Want an extra punch of almond flavor? <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/products/pure-almond-extract-4-ounces" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Red Stick Spice Co. almond extract</a> is the answer. ·       Try one of our favorite paella recipes—<a href="https://blog.redstickspice.com/recipe/easy-weeknight-paella/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Easy weeknight paella</a>.   ·       How can I learn more about Culinary Madrid—the six day cooking and food tour of Madrid, Spain—and how can I sign up? <a href="https://bit.ly/rssculinarymadrid" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here for Culinary Madrid</a>. Hear all Smidgen episodes on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/smidgen/id1465606357?ls=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/15wkGumdhY9KvFgQzQLMDd" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Spotify</a>, <a href="https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cDovL3NtaWRnZW5wb2RjYXN0LmNvbS9yc3M%3D" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Google Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://www.pandora.com/podcast/smidgen/PC:21843?part=PC:21843&amp;corr=podcast_organic_external_site&amp;TID=Brand:POC:PC21843:podcast_organic_external_site" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Pandora</a>, or <a href="http://smidgenpodcast.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">your browser</a>, or your favorite podcast app. Follow Red Stick Spice Co socials, including <a href="https://www.facebook.com/redstickspicecompany" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/redstickspice/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, or <a href="https://twitter.com/RedStickSpice" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>. <a href="http://smidgenpodcast.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Smidgen</a> is the award-winning podcast of <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Red Stick Spice Co.</a>

Why You Should Try Tarta de Santiago Cake

Click here to learn more about Culinary Madrid, the cooking (and eating!) travel experience with Anne Milneck and Red Stick Spice Company: Culinary Madrid Get to know sofrito—a dynamic base that gives a start to Spanish paella and many other Mediterranean dishes that can be made with ingredients that you probably have in your kitchen right now. Anne Milneck—owner of Red Stick Spice Company and the host of Smidgen loves sofrito after learning it from Jim, the instructor for Red Stick Spice’s ultra-popular paella class. After listening to this episode of Smidgen, not only will you be prepared to make sofrito tonight, you’ll want to try Shrimp with Sofrito and try cooking paella at home. (But did you know there’s something better than cooking paella at home? Listen in to learn more.) Mentioned on the show: ·       Step one: make Sofrito. Recipe here. Step one and a half: fall in love. ·       Two birds, one stone: tapas and sofrito in one swoop—make Shrimp with Sofrito (recipe here.) ·       Try one of our favorite paella recipes—Easy weeknight paella.   ·       How can I learn more about Culinary Madrid—the six day cooking and food tour of Madrid, Spain—and how can I sign up? Click here for Culinary Madrid.  Hear all Smidgen episodes on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts,  Pandora, or your browser, or your favorite podcast app. Follow Red Stick Spice Co socials, including Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter. Smidgen is the award-winning podcast of Red Stick Spice Co.

<a href="https://bit.ly/rssculinarymadrid" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here to learn more about Culinary Madrid</a>, the cooking (and eating!) travel experience with Anne Milneck and Red Stick Spice Company: <a href="https://bit.ly/rssculinarymadrid" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Culinary Madrid</a> Get to know sofrito—a dynamic base that gives a start to Spanish paella and many other Mediterranean dishes that can be made with ingredients that you probably have in your kitchen right now. Anne Milneck—owner of <a href="http://www.redstickspice.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Red Stick Spice Company</a> and the host of Smidgen loves sofrito after learning it from Jim, the instructor for Red Stick Spice’s ultra-popular paella class. After listening to this episode of Smidgen, not only will you be prepared to make sofrito tonight, you’ll want to try Shrimp with Sofrito and try cooking paella at home. (But did you know there’s something better than cooking paella at home? Listen in to <a href="https://bit.ly/rssculinarymadrid" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">learn more</a>.) Mentioned on the show: ·       Step one: make <a href="https://blog.redstickspice.com/recipe/sofrito/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sofrito</a>. <a href="https://blog.redstickspice.com/recipe/sofrito/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Recipe here</a>. Step one and a half: fall in love. ·       Two birds, one stone: tapas and sofrito in one swoop—make <a href="https://blog.redstickspice.com/recipe/shrimp-with-sofrito/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Shrimp with Sofrito</a> (<a href="https://blog.redstickspice.com/recipe/shrimp-with-sofrito/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">recipe here</a>.) ·       Try one of our favorite paella recipes—<a href="https://blog.redstickspice.com/recipe/easy-weeknight-paella/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Easy weeknight paella</a>.   ·       How can I learn more about Culinary Madrid—the six day cooking and food tour of Madrid, Spain—and how can I sign up? <a href="https://bit.ly/rssculinarymadrid" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here for Culinary Madrid</a>. Hear all Smidgen episodes on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/smidgen/id1465606357?ls=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/15wkGumdhY9KvFgQzQLMDd" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Spotify</a>, <a href="https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cDovL3NtaWRnZW5wb2RjYXN0LmNvbS9yc3M%3D" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Google Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://www.pandora.com/podcast/smidgen/PC:21843?part=PC:21843&amp;corr=podcast_organic_external_site&amp;TID=Brand:POC:PC21843:podcast_organic_external_site" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Pandora</a>, or <a href="http://smidgenpodcast.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">your browser</a>, or your favorite podcast app. Follow Red Stick Spice Co socials, including <a href="https://www.facebook.com/redstickspicecompany" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/redstickspice/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, or <a href="https://twitter.com/RedStickSpice" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>. <a href="http://smidgenpodcast.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Smidgen</a> is the award-winning podcast of <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Red Stick Spice Co.</a>

3 Ways to Cook Like a Spanish Chef with Homemade Sofrito

Click here to learn more about Culinary Madrid, the cooking (and eating!) travel experience with Anne Milneck and Red Stick Spice Company: Culinary Madrid Tapas—delicious small plates—are a wonderful way to experience a variety of flavors, textures, temperatures, without being overwhelmed at mealtime. Tapas are a great way to try out many different dishes at once and a terrific way to entertain. Tapas are closely associated with Spain (and with good reason!) On this episode of Smidgen, Anne Milneck (host and owner of Red Stick Spice Company) shares some tapas love and suggests some “flavor bombs” you can try at home to get familiar with tapas.   Mentioned on the show: ·       Try  Papas Bravas with Smoky Aioli to get started with tapas in your own home cooking. ·       Red Stick Spice Company offers a Hot Smoked Paprika that is sure to satisfy—perfect for tapas. ·       Psst! We’ll talk about this is a few weeks here on Smidgen, but you can get a sneak peek right now on planning a perfect tapas party here. ·       How can I learn more about Culinary Madrid—the six day cooking and food tour of Madrid, Spain—and how can I sign up? Click here for Culinary Madrid.   Hear all Smidgen episodes on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts,  Pandora, or your browser, or your favorite podcast app. Follow Red Stick Spice Co socials, including Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter. Smidgen is the award-winning podcast of Red Stick Spice Co.

<a href="https://bit.ly/rssculinarymadrid" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here to learn more about Culinary Madrid</a>, the cooking (and eating!) travel experience with Anne Milneck and Red Stick Spice Company: <a href="https://bit.ly/rssculinarymadrid" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Culinary Madrid</a> Tapas—delicious small plates—are a wonderful way to experience a variety of flavors, textures, temperatures, without being overwhelmed at mealtime. Tapas are a great way to try out many different dishes at once and a terrific way to entertain. Tapas are closely associated with Spain (and with good reason!) On this episode of Smidgen, Anne Milneck (host and owner of <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Red Stick Spice Company</a>) shares some tapas love and suggests some “flavor bombs” you can try at home to get familiar with tapas.   Mentioned on the show: ·       Try <a href="https://blog.redstickspice.com/recipe/papas-bravas-with-smoky-aioli/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Papas Bravas with Smoky Aioli</a> to get started with tapas in your own home cooking. ·       Red Stick Spice Company offers a <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/products/paprika-hot-smoked" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Hot Smoked Paprika</a> that is sure to satisfy—perfect for tapas. ·       Psst! We’ll talk about this is a few weeks here on Smidgen, but you can get a sneak peek right now on <a href="https://blog.redstickspice.com/7-recipes-for-a-tapas-party/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">planning a perfect tapas party here</a>. ·       How can I learn more about Culinary Madrid—the six day cooking and food tour of Madrid, Spain—and how can I sign up? <a href="https://bit.ly/rssculinarymadrid" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here for Culinary Madrid</a>.  Hear all Smidgen episodes on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/smidgen/id1465606357?ls=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/15wkGumdhY9KvFgQzQLMDd" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Spotify</a>, <a href="https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cDovL3NtaWRnZW5wb2RjYXN0LmNvbS9yc3M%3D" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Google Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://www.pandora.com/podcast/smidgen/PC:21843?part=PC:21843&amp;corr=podcast_organic_external_site&amp;TID=Brand:POC:PC21843:podcast_organic_external_site" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Pandora</a>, or <a href="http://smidgenpodcast.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">your browser</a>, or your favorite podcast app. Follow Red Stick Spice Co socials, including <a href="https://www.facebook.com/redstickspicecompany" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/redstickspice/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, or <a href="https://twitter.com/RedStickSpice" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>. <a href="http://smidgenpodcast.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Smidgen</a> is the award-winning podcast of <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Red Stick Spice Co.</a>

What are Tapas?

Somewhere between a pinch and a dash is a smidgen, and when it comes to good cooking, a smidgen can make all the difference! Smidgen is the podcast of Red Stick Spice Company. Join host Anne Milneck as she talks with a variety of interesting people from the food world, plus real-world cooking segments prepared live from the Red Stick Spice Test Kitchen.

I loved Season 1 of Smidgen and can&#39;t wait for Season 2. Anne has a passion for teaching others to cook and shares a lot of tips on getting a healthy dinner on the table for everyone to share.

Great podacst about cooking and eating together!

So excited to listen to the first podcast &amp; looking forward to those to come!   Ann makes home cooking fun, exciting &amp; doable. You can tell she has a passion for what she does

Love this podcast!

Smidgen

S1E2 It started innocently enough on foodie social media. Smidgen host and owner of Red Stick Spice Company Anne Milneck noticed pretty pictures posted of baked dinners, but now this classic method of preparing dinner bore a new, modern name: Sheet Pan Suppers. The “new” and “trending” adoration lofted on these meals made Anne a bit bemused, and (with tongue in cheek) cranky. On this episode of Smidgen, Anne tries to get to the bottom of where this trend started and why it holds sway over much of social media. First up is Molly Gilbert, author of Sheet Pan Suppers, who gives her thoughts about why sheet pan suppers are so popular, and shares her tips on how to pull off an amazing sheet pan meal. Next Anne draws upon Lili Courtney, cooking instructor, who has led a dozen Skillet &amp; Sheet Pan classes at Red Stick Spice Company. Lili explains some of the techniques for sheet pan suppers and offers her thoughts as to why we’re all talking about them. To deepen her “investigation” Anne turns to social media expert Chelsey Blankenship and Erin Bowling (of the @eatbatonrouge Instagram account) to explore how trends ebb and flow, and the role of “influencers.” (Spoiler alert: we’re being influenced.) Cooking Segment: To cap it all off, Anne heads over to the Red Stick Spice Company Test Kitchen with store staffer Sara to actually make a sheet pan supper! Carrot tacos emerge from the oven on sheet pans, totally photo-worthy, and delicious (a fabulous use of Red Stick Spice Company’s Taco Tuesday seasoning.) Mentioned on the episode:  RECIPE: Make your own trending dinner with our recipe for  Sheet Pan Carrot Tacos. The tacos were baked with Taco Tuesday Blend and  Garlic Jalapeno Extra Virgin Olive Oil. RECIPE: Don’t forget the  Restaurant Style Big Batch Salsa! Molly Gilbert’s book,  Sheet Pan Suppers. Find Molly’s website is Dunk &amp; Crumble and be sure to listen to her podcast, And Eat It Too. Check out Lili’s  Tarragon Mustard Sheet Pan Chicken Thighs. Be sure to keep an eye on our cooking classes and grab a seat in Lili’s next Skillets &amp; Sheet Pans class. Social media manager Chelsey’s boutique is Sosis. Erin Bowling is the person behind the Instagram account, @eatbatonrouge. Use discount code SMIDGEN15 to save 15% your entire order at Red Stick Spice Co.  Listen to Smidgen Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, or your favorite podcast app.  Find Red Stick Spice Co. on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Thanks for listening to Smidgen!

S1E2 It started innocently enough on foodie social media. Smidgen host and owner of <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Red Stick Spice Company</a> Anne Milneck noticed pretty pictures posted of baked dinners, but now this classic method of preparing dinner bore a new, modern name: Sheet Pan Suppers. The “new” and “trending” adoration lofted on these meals made Anne a bit bemused, and (with tongue in cheek) cranky. On this episode of Smidgen, Anne tries to get to the bottom of where this trend started and why it holds sway over much of social media. First up is <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Sheet-Pan-Suppers-Surprising-Hands-Off/dp/0761178422/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1MLUDKWSMJEA1&amp;keywords=sheet+pan+suppers+molly+gilbert&amp;qid=1560949019&amp;s=gateway&amp;sprefix=sheet+pan+suppers+%2Caps%2C168&amp;sr=8-1" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Molly Gilbert, author of Sheet Pan Suppers</a>, who gives her thoughts about why sheet pan suppers are so popular, and shares her tips on how to pull off an amazing sheet pan meal. Next Anne draws upon <a href="https://www.kitchenconfidencewithlili.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Lili Courtney</a>, cooking instructor, who has led a dozen Skillet &amp; Sheet Pan classes at Red Stick Spice Company. Lili explains some of the techniques for sheet pan suppers and offers her thoughts as to why we’re all talking about them. To deepen her “investigation” Anne turns to social media expert Chelsey Blankenship and Erin Bowling (of the @eatbatonrouge Instagram account) to explore how trends ebb and flow, and the role of “influencers.” (Spoiler alert: we’re being influenced.) Cooking Segment: To cap it all off, Anne heads over to the Red Stick Spice Company Test Kitchen with store staffer Sara to actually make a sheet pan supper! Carrot tacos emerge from the oven on sheet pans, totally photo-worthy, and delicious (a fabulous use of Red Stick Spice Company’s Taco Tuesday seasoning.) Mentioned on the episode: <ul> <li>RECIPE: Make your own trending dinner with our recipe for <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/blogs/recipes/sheet-pan-carrot-tacos" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Sheet Pan Carrot Tacos</a>.</li> <li>The tacos were baked with <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/products/taco-tuesday-spice-blend" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Taco Tuesday Blend</a> and <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/products/garlic-jalapeno-extra-virgin-olive-oil" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Garlic Jalapeno Extra Virgin Olive Oil</a>.</li> <li>RECIPE: Don’t forget the <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/blogs/recipes/big-batch-restaurant-style-salsa" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Restaurant Style Big Batch Salsa</a>!</li> <li>Molly Gilbert’s book, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Sheet-Pan-Suppers-Surprising-Hands-Off/dp/0761178422/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1MLUDKWSMJEA1&amp;keywords=sheet+pan+suppers+molly+gilbert&amp;qid=1560949019&amp;s=gateway&amp;sprefix=sheet+pan+suppers+%2Caps%2C168&amp;sr=8-1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Sheet Pan Suppers</a>. Find Molly’s website is <a href="https://dunkandcrumble.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dunk &amp; Crumble</a> and be sure to listen to her podcast, <a href="https://dunkandcrumble.com/podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">And Eat It Too</a>.</li> <li>Check out Lili’s <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/blogs/recipes/tarragon-mustard-sheet-pan-chicken-thighs" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Tarragon Mustard Sheet Pan Chicken Thighs</a>. Be sure to keep an eye on our cooking classes and grab a seat in <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/collections/cooking-classes" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Lili’s next Skillets &amp; Sheet Pans class</a>.</li> <li>Social media manager Chelsey’s boutique is <a href="https://shopsosis.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sosis</a>.</li> <li>Erin Bowling is the person behind the Instagram account, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/eatbatonrouge/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@eatbatonrouge</a>.</li> <li>Use discount code SMIDGEN15 to save <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/collections" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">15% your entire order at Red Stick Spice Co</a>.</li> </ul> Listen to Smidgen <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/smidgen/id1465606357?ls=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/15wkGumdhY9KvFgQzQLMDd" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Spotify</a>, <a href="https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cDovL3NtaWRnZW5wb2RjYXN0LmNvbS9yc3M%3D" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Google Podcasts</a>, or your favorite podcast app.  Find <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Red Stick Spice Co.</a> on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/redstickspicecompany" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/redstickspice/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, and <a href="https://twitter.com/RedStickSpice" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>. Thanks for listening to Smidgen!

Its Called Baking | Sheet Pan Suppers and Carrot Tacos

Bruce Weinstein

S1E4 Maybe you got it as a gift, maybe you bought it on a whim, but if you have an Instant Pot electric pressure cooker that is still in the box, this is the episode of Smidgen for you! (If you are an Instant Pot enthusiast, we bet you will doubly appreciate our guest and the cooking segment.)  Bruce Weinstein is the author of  The Instant Pot Bible,  The Great Big Pressure Cooker Book and the forthcoming (and potentially game changing)  From Freezer to Instant Pot. We talk specifically about the Instant Pot brand of pressure cookers and get Bruce’s latest and greatest in what he has been preparing in his pressure cooker.  Host Anne Milneck walks Bruce through an Instant Pot disaster (now only referred to in whispers as The Barley Incident) in order to learn more about how we all can set up Instant Pot meals for success, save them (if necessary), and avoid the dreaded “Burn” message. Cooking Segment: After talking with Bruce, Anne heads to the Red Stick Spice test kitchen with store staffer Cameron where they make a big pot of Smoky Instant Pot Red Beans &amp; Rice.     Here’s a list of the links we mentioned in the podcast:  RECIPE: Anne and Cameron cook up  Smoky (and vegan!) Instant Pot Red Beans &amp; Rice. Big takeaway: read YOUR electric pressure cookers’ owners manual. Tossed yours out? Never fear, the internet is here. There are many electric pressure cookers on the market; we use the 6 and 8 quart Instant Pot brand pressure cookers. Among Bruce’s many books, he covers pressure cooking in  The Instant Pot Bible,  The Great Big Pressure Cooker Book and  From Freezer to Instant Pot. We turn to them all regularly. We’re also in love with Bruce’s book  Sheet Cakes &amp; Slab Pies. Yum! Bruce and his partner Mark host a lively cooking podcast called  Cooking with Bruce &amp; Mark. Their blog is equally as informative. Try the Red Stick Spice Company  Smoked Extra Virign Olive Oil. Get your flavor on with Red Bean Seasoning and Smoked Sweet Paprika. Use discount code SMIDGEN15 to save 15% your entire order at Red Stick Spice Co.  If this episode got you to pull out your own electric pressure cooker, please let us know on on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter! We have a feeling this episode will inspire a lot of Instant Pot owners to get pressure cooking.  Listen to Smidgen Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, or your favorite podcast app.  Smidgen is the podcast of Red Stick Spice Co. 

S1E4 Maybe you got it as a gift, maybe you bought it on a whim, but if you have an Instant Pot electric pressure cooker that is still in the box, this is the episode of Smidgen for you! (If you are an Instant Pot enthusiast, we bet you will doubly appreciate our guest and the cooking segment.)  Bruce Weinstein is the author of <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Instant-Pot-Bible-Recipes-Strategies/dp/0316524611/ref=sr_1_1?qid=1562036228&amp;refinements=p_27%3ABruce+Weinstein&amp;s=books&amp;sr=1-1&amp;text=Bruce+Weinstein" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> The Instant Pot Bible</a>, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Great-Big-Pressure-Cooker-Book/dp/0804185328/ref=sr_1_4?qid=1562036485&amp;refinements=p_27%3ABruce+Weinstein&amp;s=books&amp;sr=1-4&amp;text=Bruce+Weinstein" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> The Great Big Pressure Cooker Book</a> and the forthcoming (and potentially game changing) <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Freezer-Instant-Pot-Cookbook-Straight/dp/0316425664/ref=sr_1_4?keywords=instant+pot+cookbook+bruce&amp;qid=1561986465&amp;s=gateway&amp;sr=8-4" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> From Freezer to Instant Pot</a>. We talk specifically about the Instant Pot brand of pressure cookers and get Bruce’s latest and greatest in what he has been preparing in his pressure cooker.  Host Anne Milneck walks Bruce through an Instant Pot disaster (now only referred to in whispers as The Barley Incident) in order to learn more about how we all can set up Instant Pot meals for success, save them (if necessary), and avoid the dreaded “Burn” message. Cooking Segment: After talking with Bruce, Anne heads to the Red Stick Spice test kitchen with store staffer Cameron where they make a big pot of Smoky Instant Pot Red Beans &amp; Rice.     Here’s a list of the links we mentioned in the podcast: <ul> <li>RECIPE: Anne and Cameron cook up <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/blogs/recipes/smoky-instant-pot-red-beans-rice" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Smoky (and vegan!) Instant Pot Red Beans &amp; Rice</a>.</li> <li>Big takeaway: read YOUR electric pressure cookers’ owners manual. Tossed yours out? Never fear, <a href="http://instantpot.us/benefits/specifications-and-manuals/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">the internet is here</a>.</li> <li>There are many electric pressure cookers on the market; we use the <a href="http://instantpot.us/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">6 and 8 quart Instant Pot brand pressure cookers</a>.</li> <li>Among Bruce’s many books, he covers pressure cooking in <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Instant-Pot-Bible-Recipes-Strategies/dp/0316524611/ref=sr_1_1?qid=1561985388&amp;refinements=p_27%3ABruce+Weinstein&amp;s=books&amp;sr=1-1&amp;text=Bruce+Weinstein" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> The Instant Pot Bible</a>, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Great-Big-Pressure-Cooker-Book/dp/0804185328/ref=sr_1_3?qid=1561985777&amp;refinements=p_27%3ABruce+Weinstein&amp;s=books&amp;sr=1-3&amp;text=Bruce+Weinstein" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> The Great Big Pressure Cooker Book</a> and <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Freezer-Instant-Pot-Cookbook-Straight/dp/0316425664/ref=sr_1_2?qid=1561985777&amp;refinements=p_27%3ABruce+Weinstein&amp;s=books&amp;sr=1-2&amp;text=Bruce+Weinstein" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> From Freezer to Instant Pot</a>. We turn to them all regularly. We’re also in love with Bruce’s book <a href="https://www.amazon.com/All-Time-Favorite-Sheet-Cakes-Slab/dp/1250117585/ref=sr_1_6?qid=1561985777&amp;refinements=p_27%3ABruce+Weinstein&amp;s=books&amp;sr=1-6&amp;text=Bruce+Weinstein" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Sheet Cakes &amp; Slab Pies</a>. Yum!</li> <li>Bruce and his partner Mark host a lively cooking podcast called <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cooking-with-bruce-and-mark/id1037713616" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Cooking with Bruce &amp; Mark</a>. <a href="http://www.bruceandmark.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Their blog</a> is equally as informative.</li> <li>Try the Red Stick Spice Company <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/products/smoked-extra-virgin-olive-oil" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Smoked Extra Virign Olive Oil</a>.</li> <li>Get your flavor on with <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/products/red-bean-seasoning" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Red Bean Seasoning</a> and <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/products/paprika-smoked-sweet" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Smoked Sweet Paprika</a>.</li> <li>Use discount code SMIDGEN15 to save <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/collections" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">15% your entire order at Red Stick Spice Co</a>.</li> </ul> If this episode got you to pull out your own electric pressure cooker, please let us know on on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/redstickspicecompany" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/redstickspice/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, or <a href="https://twitter.com/RedStickSpice" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>! We have a feeling this episode will inspire a lot of Instant Pot owners to get pressure cooking.  Listen to Smidgen <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/smidgen/id1465606357?ls=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/15wkGumdhY9KvFgQzQLMDd" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Spotify</a>, <a href="https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cDovL3NtaWRnZW5wb2RjYXN0LmNvbS9yc3M%3D" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Google Podcasts</a>, or your favorite podcast app.  Smidgen is the podcast of <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Red Stick Spice Co.</a>

In an Instant (Pot) | Bruce Weinstein plus Instant Pot Red Beans and Rice

Rosemary Gill

S2E1 We are back with Smidgen, Season 2, ready to bring you fabulous food and in-depth interviews plus several items of exciting news. Up first, Red Stick Spice Company recently certified as a Milk Street Cooking Classes Partner Location. Milk Street is a media company founded by Christopher Kimball, focusing on cooking fundamentals and developing delicious flavor profiles. To share the Milk Street way, we are joined on Smidgen by Milk Street Education Director Rosemary Gill. Rosie is a wealth of information on how to use spices, bringing maximum flavor to your cooking, the difference between being a recipe-follower and an improv cook. Rosie explains some tips and techniques for using spices that you can try today. (Cue the cooking segment!) Cooking Segment: After the interview, Anne heads to the kitchen with Lili Courtney to cook up Crispy Chickpeas, Two Ways, using the very approach discussed by Anne and Rosie.   Smidgen is a finalist in not one but two categories in the Discover Pods Awards! Please vote Smidgen today for Best New Podcast 2019 and Best Arts Podcast. Voting closes November 18, 2019, 6PM EST. Mentioned in the podcast:  Now Available: The Essential Spice Starter Set. We took Rosie's list of essential spices (with Anne's addition of onion and garlic) and created The Essential Spice Starter Kit. Start or refresh your spice rack; makes an excellent gift. RECIPE: Crispy Chickpeas, Two Ways. Serving suggestions for the  chickpeas include being served as a crisp salad topping; an elegant garnish for hummus; an accompaniment to a cheese board; enjoy a handful as a quick snack! Try Red Stick Spice Company’s All Natural Avocado Oil. Neutral flavor, high smoke point, great for cast iron cooking; a kitchen staple. The spice blends we used on the chickpeas: Garlic Maple Rub (Lili’s choice) and Berbere Spice (Anne’s spicy and flavorful choice.) Experience the flavor of fenugreek in this blend. You’ll love the Berbere blend in a pot of lentils or on our Berbere Chicken. It does wonders for a pan of spiced Pecans! Learn more about Milk Street here. If you're traveling to Boston, check out a Milk Street Cooking Class. Browse all of Milk Street's partner locations so that you can enjoy a Milk Street class no matter where your travels take you. If you're spice-curious and in the Baton Rouge area, our 60 Minute Spice Master class is a must for you. Just one hour to full spice transformation! Use discount code SMIDGEN15 to save 15% your entire order at Red Stick Spice Co.  Be sure to reach out to Red Stick Spice Company on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter. Final item of exciting news: Smidgen is now available on  Pandora! As we kick off Season 2, you can always go back and revisit all of Season 1 on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, or your favorite podcast app.  Smidgen is the podcast of Red Stick Spice Co. 

S2E1 We are back with Smidgen, Season 2, ready to bring you fabulous food and in-depth interviews plus several items of exciting news. Up first, Red Stick Spice Company recently <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/blogs/blog/milk-street-cooking-school-partner-location?_pos=1&amp;_sid=df5f59b90&amp;_ss=r" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">certified as a Milk Street Cooking Classes Partner Location</a>. Milk Street is a media company founded by Christopher Kimball, focusing on cooking fundamentals and developing delicious flavor profiles. To share the Milk Street way, we are joined on Smidgen by Milk Street Education Director Rosemary Gill. Rosie is a wealth of information on how to use spices, bringing maximum flavor to your cooking, the difference between being a recipe-follower and an improv cook. Rosie explains some tips and techniques for using spices that you can try today. (Cue the cooking segment!) Cooking Segment: After the interview, Anne heads to the kitchen with Lili Courtney to cook up <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/blogs/recipes/crispy-chickpeas-two-ways" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Crispy Chickpeas, Two Ways</a>, using the very approach discussed by Anne and Rosie. <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/blogs/recipes/roasted-cauliflower-with-caper-salsa-lemony-yogurt" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank"> </a> Smidgen is a finalist in not one but two categories in the <a href="https://awards.discoverpods.com/finalists/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Discover Pods Awards</a>! Please vote Smidgen today for <a href="https://awards.discoverpods.com/finalists/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Best New Podcast 2019</a> and <a href="https://awards.discoverpods.com/finalists/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Best Arts Podcast</a>. Voting closes November 18, 2019, 6PM EST. Mentioned in the podcast: <ul> <li>Now Available: <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/products/the-essential-spice-starter-set?_pos=1&amp;_sid=f63cc808c&amp;_ss=r" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The Essential Spice Starter Set</a>. We took Rosie's list of essential spices (with Anne's addition of onion and garlic) and created <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/products/the-essential-spice-starter-set?_pos=1&amp;_sid=f63cc808c&amp;_ss=r" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The Essential Spice Starter Kit</a>. Start or refresh your spice rack; <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/products/the-essential-spice-starter-set?_pos=1&amp;_sid=f63cc808c&amp;_ss=r" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">makes an excellent gift</a>.</li> <li>RECIPE: <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/blogs/recipes/crispy-chickpeas-two-ways?_pos=1&amp;_sid=1197e864a&amp;_ss=r" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Crispy Chickpeas, Two Ways</a>.</li> <li>Serving suggestions for the <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/blogs/recipes/crispy-chickpeas-two-ways" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> chickpeas</a> include being served as a crisp salad topping; an elegant garnish for hummus; an accompaniment to a cheese board; enjoy a handful as a quick snack!</li> <li>Try Red Stick Spice Company’s <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/products/all-natural-avocado-oil?_pos=1&amp;_sid=256895834&amp;_ss=r" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">All Natural Avocado Oil</a>. Neutral flavor, high smoke point, great for cast iron cooking; a kitchen staple.</li> <li>The spice blends we used on the chickpeas: <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/products/garlic-maple-rub?_pos=1&amp;_sid=7204692a6&amp;_ss=r" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Garlic Maple Rub</a> (Lili’s choice) and <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/products/berbere-spice-blend?_pos=1&amp;_sid=a71925c5d&amp;_ss=r" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Berbere Spice</a> (Anne’s spicy and flavorful choice.) Experience the flavor of fenugreek in this blend. You’ll love the Berbere blend in a pot of lentils or on our <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/blogs/recipes/10640725-berbere-chicken-with-ethiopian-lentils?_pos=3&amp;_sid=02ec176e8&amp;_ss=r" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Berbere Chicken</a>. It does wonders for a pan of <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/blogs/recipes/47328133-berbere-spiced-pecans?_pos=2&amp;_sid=02ec176e8&amp;_ss=r" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">spiced Pecans</a>!</li> <li>Learn more about <a href="https://www.177milkstreet.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Milk Street</a> here. If you're traveling to Boston, check out a <a href="https://www.177milkstreet.com/school/classes/boston-school" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Milk Street Cooking Class</a>. Browse all of <a href="https://www.177milkstreet.com/school/classes/partner-locations/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Milk Street's partner locations</a> so that you can enjoy a Milk Street class no matter where your travels take you.</li> <li>If you're spice-curious and in the Baton Rouge area, our <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/collections/cooking-classes/products/60-minute-spice-master" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">60 Minute Spice Master class</a> is a must for you. Just one hour to full spice transformation!</li> <li>Use discount code SMIDGEN15 to save <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/collections" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">15% your entire order at Red Stick Spice Co</a>.</li> </ul> Be sure to reach out to Red Stick Spice Company on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/redstickspicecompany" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/redstickspice/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, or <a href="https://twitter.com/RedStickSpice" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>. Final item of exciting news: Smidgen is now available on <a href="https://www.pandora.com/podcast/smidgen/PC:21843?part=PC:21843&amp;corr=podcast_organic_external_site&amp;TID=Brand:POC:PC21843:podcast_organic_external_site" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Pandora</a>! As we kick off Season 2, you can always go back and revisit all of Season 1 on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/smidgen/id1465606357?ls=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/15wkGumdhY9KvFgQzQLMDd" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Spotify</a>, <a href="https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cDovL3NtaWRnZW5wb2RjYXN0LmNvbS9yc3M%3D" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Google Podcasts</a>, or your favorite podcast app.  Smidgen is the podcast of <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Red Stick Spice Co.</a>

How to Use Spices, Part I | Rosemary Gill plus Crispy Chickpeas, Two Ways

Marcelle Bienvenu

S1E3 Culture and food are deliciously intertwined, especially in South Louisiana. Chef  Marcelle Bienvenu of the John Folse Culinary Institute at Nicholls State University has a lengthy and illustrious resume—and she’s Anne Milneck’s favorite teacher. Chef Marcelle and Anne dive into the roots of Cajun cuisine as well as reflect on Chef Marcelle’s experience as a Times Picayune food writer, a cookbook author, and as a colleague of food greats such as Paul Prudhomme and Emeril Lagasse. Prepare to be inspired by Chef Marcelle to think about your own food, friends, and family traditions. Cooking Segment: After the interview, Anne is joined by Red Stick Store staffer Sara in the Red Stick Spice Test Kitchen to prepare Chef Marcelle’s  Cast Iron Skillet Corn Creole. GBD fans—golden brown and delicious—this dish is especially for you. Made with Red Stick Spice Company’s own The Stuff. Mentioned on the episode:  RECIPE: Get out your seasoned skillet for  Cast Iron Skillet Corn Creole made with The Stuff, comfort food in a pan Emeril Lagasse’s 1996 cookbook  Louisiana Real &amp; Rustic Check out all  of Marcelle’s books on Amazon. Anne’s favorite: the  Who’s Your Mama cookbook series The cookbook after Hurricane Katrina created to preserve some of the lost recipes of South Louisiana  Cooking Up a Storm cookbook; a must for fans of the Times Picayune food section A history of Cajun cuisine and a curriculum text at the John Folse Culinary Institute,  Stir the Pot Considering culinary schools? Be sure to look into the John Folse Culinary Institute at Nicholls State University, host Anne Milneck’s alma mater Use discount code SMIDGEN15 to save 15% your entire order (good for purchases at Red Stick Spice Company, not the John Folse Culinary Institute… not yet, that is.)  Listen to Smidgen Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, or your favorite podcast app.  Find Red Stick Spice Co. on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Thanks for listening to Smidgen!

S1E3 Culture and food are deliciously intertwined, especially in South Louisiana. Chef <a href="https://www.nicholls.edu/culinary/faculty-staff/chef-marcelle-bienvenu/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Marcelle Bienvenu of the John Folse Culinary Institute at Nicholls State University</a> has a lengthy and illustrious resume—and she’s Anne Milneck’s favorite teacher. Chef Marcelle and Anne dive into the roots of Cajun cuisine as well as reflect on Chef Marcelle’s experience as a Times Picayune food writer, a cookbook author, and as a colleague of food greats such as Paul Prudhomme and Emeril Lagasse. Prepare to be inspired by Chef Marcelle to think about your own food, friends, and family traditions. Cooking Segment: After the interview, Anne is joined by Red Stick Store staffer Sara in the Red Stick Spice Test Kitchen to prepare Chef Marcelle’s <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/blogs/recipes/cast-iron-skillet-corn-creole" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Cast Iron Skillet Corn Creole</a>. GBD fans—golden brown and delicious—this dish is especially for you. Made with Red Stick Spice Company’s own <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/products/the-stuff-with-no-salt" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Stuff</a>. Mentioned on the episode: <ul> <li>RECIPE: Get out your seasoned skillet for <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/blogs/recipes/cast-iron-skillet-corn-creole" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Cast Iron Skillet Corn Creole</a> made with <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/products/the-stuff-with-no-salt" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Stuff</a>, comfort food in a pan</li> <li>Emeril Lagasse’s 1996 cookbook <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Louisiana-Real-Rustic-Emeril-Lagasse/dp/0688127215/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=real+and+rustic+cajun+cookbook&amp;qid=1561399249&amp;s=gateway&amp;sr=8-2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Louisiana Real &amp; Rustic</a></li> <li>Check out all <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Marcelle-Bienvenu/e/B001IOHAP0?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&amp;qid=1561399384&amp;sr=8-1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> of Marcelle’s books on Amazon</a>. Anne’s favorite: the <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0925417556/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Who’s Your Mama</a> cookbook series</li> <li>The cookbook after Hurricane Katrina created to preserve some of the lost recipes of South Louisiana <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1452144001/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i0" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Cooking Up a Storm</a> cookbook; a must for fans of the Times Picayune food section</li> <li>A history of Cajun cuisine and a curriculum text at the John Folse Culinary Institute, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0781812127/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i3" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Stir the Pot</a></li> <li>Considering culinary schools? Be sure to look into the <a href="https://www.nicholls.edu/culinary/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">John Folse Culinary Institute</a> at Nicholls State University, host Anne Milneck’s alma mater</li> <li>Use discount code SMIDGEN15 to save <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/collections" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">15% your entire order</a> (good for purchases at <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/collections" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Red Stick Spice Company</a>, not the John Folse Culinary Institute… not yet, that is.)</li> </ul> Listen to Smidgen <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/smidgen/id1465606357?ls=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/15wkGumdhY9KvFgQzQLMDd" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Spotify</a>, <a href="https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cDovL3NtaWRnZW5wb2RjYXN0LmNvbS9yc3M%3D" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Google Podcasts</a>, or your favorite podcast app.  Find <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Red Stick Spice Co.</a> on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/redstickspicecompany" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/redstickspice/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, and <a href="https://twitter.com/RedStickSpice" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>. Thanks for listening to Smidgen!

The Power of an Incredible Teacher | Chef Marcelle Bienvenu and Cast Iron Skillet Corn Creole

Mary Stein

S1E5 If you want to be a better cook, we have a free resource for you that is enriching, abundant, and may have been as-of-yet overlooked. Your public library is a wealth of information—sure, they have cook books, but you also may find magazines, historical cooking records, classes, and more! Mary Stein, Assistant Director of East Baton Rouge Parish Libraries (and irrepressible enthusiast for learning) bursts onto Smidgen to share the vast array of cooking tools that can be found at most every public library.  To put a finer point on things, you’ll hear Anne discuss one of her new favorite cook books,  Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat by Samin Nosrat. You’ll also hear about the balance between going by the book, and confidently freestyling it in the kitchen. A different spin on “cooking the books.” Cooking Segment: In the kitchen, Red Stick Spice Co. store staffer (and avid baker) Cameron takes the lead with (non-baker) Anne to prepare a sumptuous Salted Dark Chocolate Cake. In the headiness of the cacao swirling in the air, Anne forgets the salt and goes for fancy sprinkles instead. No matter—the cake is a dream.  Mentioned on the episode:  RECIPE: Salted Dark Chocolate Cake Need some chocolate intensity in your life? This is the cake for you. We recommend the Cyprus Flake Salt for this cake (or we totally understand if you fall under the sway of delightful sprinkles as we did!) Get thee to your local public library to discover all the cooking resources available to you for free Listening locally? Any East Baton Rouge Parish Library can help you become a card holder Find Mary Stein on Twitter The book  Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat is required reading; makes an excellent gift to someone setting up home or starting their own home cooking journey Use discount code SMIDGEN15 to save 15% your entire order at Red Stick Spice Co.  Do you love your local library as much as we do? Please let us know on on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter!  Listen to Smidgen Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, or your favorite podcast app.  Smidgen is the podcast of Red Stick Spice Co. 

S1E5 If you want to be a better cook, we have a free resource for you that is enriching, abundant, and may have been as-of-yet overlooked. Your public library is a wealth of information—sure, they have cook books, but you also may find magazines, historical cooking records, classes, and more! <a href="https://twitter.com/MarySteinEBRPL" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Mary Stein</a>, Assistant Director of East Baton Rouge Parish Libraries (and irrepressible enthusiast for learning) bursts onto Smidgen to share the vast array of cooking tools that can be found at most every public library.  To put a finer point on things, you’ll hear Anne discuss one of her new favorite cook books, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Salt-Fat-Acid-Heat-Mastering/dp/1476753830/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1NJN4IAG4JIAB&amp;keywords=salt+fat+acid+heat&amp;qid=1562682790&amp;s=gateway&amp;sprefix=salt+fat+%2Caps%2C159&amp;sr=8-1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat by Samin Nosrat</a>. You’ll also hear about the balance between going by the book, and confidently freestyling it in the kitchen. A different spin on “cooking the books.” Cooking Segment: In the kitchen, Red Stick Spice Co. store staffer (and avid baker) Cameron takes the lead with (non-baker) Anne to prepare a sumptuous <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/blogs/recipes/salted-dark-chocolate-cake" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Salted Dark Chocolate Cake</a>. In the headiness of the cacao swirling in the air, Anne forgets the salt and goes for fancy sprinkles instead. No matter—the cake is a dream.  Mentioned on the episode: <ul> <li>RECIPE: <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/blogs/recipes/salted-dark-chocolate-cake" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Salted Dark Chocolate Cake</a> Need some chocolate intensity in your life? This is the cake for you.</li> <li>We recommend the <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/products/cyprus-flake-salt" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Cyprus Flake Salt</a> for this cake (or we totally understand if you fall under the sway of delightful sprinkles as we did!)</li> <li>Get thee <a href="https://find-your-public-library.dp.la/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">to your local public library</a> to discover all the cooking resources available to you for free</li> <li>Listening locally? Any <a href="https://www.ebrpl.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">East Baton Rouge Parish Library</a> can help you become a <a href="https://www.ebrpl.com/LibraryServices/CardsandBorrowing.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">card holder</a></li> <li>Find Mary Stein <a href="https://twitter.com/MarySteinEBRPL" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">on Twitter</a></li> <li>The book <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Salt-Fat-Acid-Heat-Mastering/dp/1476753830/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1NJN4IAG4JIAB&amp;keywords=salt+fat+acid+heat&amp;qid=1562682790&amp;s=gateway&amp;sprefix=salt+fat+%2Caps%2C159&amp;sr=8-1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat</a> is required reading; makes an excellent gift to someone setting up home or starting their own home cooking journey</li> <li>Use discount code SMIDGEN15 to save <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/collections" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">15% your entire order at Red Stick Spice Co</a>.</li> </ul> Do you love your local library as much as we do? Please let us know on on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/redstickspicecompany" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/redstickspice/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, or <a href="https://twitter.com/RedStickSpice" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>!  Listen to Smidgen <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/smidgen/id1465606357?ls=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/15wkGumdhY9KvFgQzQLMDd" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Spotify</a>, <a href="https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cDovL3NtaWRnZW5wb2RjYXN0LmNvbS9yc3M%3D" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Google Podcasts</a>, or your favorite podcast app.  Smidgen is the podcast of <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Red Stick Spice Co.</a>

Cook the Book | Mary Stein of East Baton Rouge Parish Library System plus Salted Dark Chocolate Cake

Leslie Todd

S1E7 Now we gather. This simple motto carries a deeper meaning beyond the first glance, its significance can be experienced by preparing a meal and enjoying it with family and friends. Licensed Clinical Social Worker Leslie Todd joins us on Smidgen to talk loneliness, isolation and how those factors affect mental health, plus what actions we can all take to counteract the negative results. Host Anne Milneck and Leslie dive deep into how we form close, interpersonal connections and identify some of the barriers that prevent us from connecting (hint: some of these barriers buzz and beep all day and night, and might be in your hand right now.) The conversation turns to food, of course, and how the nourishment of food mirrors our most primal relationships. It is not a coincidence that eating together has the potential to bond and connect us. Whether you are an introvert or extrovert, Leslie offers ideas for reconnecting (including experiences like a cooking class at Red Stick Spice Co.) Cooking Segment: To bring home the idea of sharing a meal with others, Anne heads off to the kitchen with Red Stick Spice Co. store staffer Sara to prepare  Roasted Cauliflower with Capers, Walnuts and Yogurt, a dish perfect for sharing with family and friends.  Mentioned on the show:  RECIPE: Completely delicious  Roasted Cauliflower with Capers, Walnuts and Yogurt—be sure to have naan on hand, and expect a clean platter after serving up this dish. The lemony yogurt in this recipe: game changer! Leslie Todd is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Learn more about Leslie and her practice, Strategies for Change at LeslieTodd.com. The gorgeous color of the dish comes from our  Harissa Extra Virgin Olive Oil. We also used a sprinkling of Zhug. Our All Natural Avocado Oil and White Balsamic Vinegar provide the tang in the sauce drizzled over the cauliflower. This is not the first time Anne has thought about gathering. Read more about  Anne’s take on the importance of gathering—she’s built her entire business around this one simple act that pays dividends in health and happiness. Leslie also recommended reaching out to a trusted loved one, mentor, school or church leader if you’re concerned with feelings of isolation or loneliness. You can connect with mental health professionals in your area via the Psychology Today website. Use discount code SMIDGEN15 to save 15% your entire order at Red Stick Spice Co.  Be sure to reach out to us on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter. We’d love to hear about how you gather with family and friends, or even what you’d like to hear on Season 2 of Smidgen (coming soon!!) Listen to Smidgen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, or your favorite podcast app.  Smidgen is the podcast of Red Stick Spice Co. 

S1E7 Now we gather. This simple motto carries a deeper meaning beyond the first glance, its significance can be experienced by preparing a meal and enjoying it with family and friends. Licensed Clinical Social Worker Leslie Todd joins us on Smidgen to talk loneliness, isolation and how those factors affect mental health, plus what actions we can all take to counteract the negative results. Host Anne Milneck and Leslie dive deep into how we form close, interpersonal connections and identify some of the barriers that prevent us from connecting (hint: some of these barriers buzz and beep all day and night, and might be in your hand right now.) The conversation turns to food, of course, and how the nourishment of food mirrors our most primal relationships. It is not a coincidence that eating together has the potential to bond and connect us. Whether you are an introvert or extrovert, Leslie offers ideas for reconnecting (including experiences like <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/collections/cooking-classes" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">a cooking class at Red Stick Spice Co.</a>) Cooking Segment: To bring home the idea of sharing a meal with others, Anne heads off to the kitchen with Red Stick Spice Co. store staffer Sara to prepare <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/blogs/recipes/roasted-cauliflower-with-caper-salsa-lemony-yogurt" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Roasted Cauliflower with Capers, Walnuts and Yogurt</a>, a dish perfect for sharing with family and friends.  Mentioned on the show: <ul> <li>RECIPE: Completely delicious <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/blogs/recipes/roasted-cauliflower-with-caper-salsa-lemony-yogurt" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Roasted Cauliflower with Capers, Walnuts and Yogurt</a>—be sure to have naan on hand, and expect a clean platter after serving up this dish. The lemony yogurt in this recipe: game changer!</li> <li>Leslie Todd is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Learn more about <a href="https://www.leslietodd.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Leslie and her practice, Strategies for Change at LeslieTodd.com</a>.</li> <li>The gorgeous color of the dish comes from our <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/products/harissa-extra-virgin-olive-oil" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Harissa Extra Virgin Olive Oil</a>. We also used a sprinkling of <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/products/zhug" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Zhug</a>. Our <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/products/all-natural-avocado-oil" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">All Natural Avocado Oil</a> and <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/products/white-balsamic-vinegar" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">White Balsamic Vinegar</a> provide the tang in the sauce drizzled over the cauliflower.</li> <li>This is not the first time Anne has thought about gathering. Read more about <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/blogs/blog/gather-for-good?_pos=1&amp;_sid=eed5d67a3&amp;_ss=r" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Anne’s take on the importance of gathering</a>—she’s built her entire business around this one simple act that pays dividends in health and happiness.</li> <li>Leslie also recommended reaching out to a trusted loved one, mentor, school or church leader if you’re concerned with feelings of isolation or loneliness. You can connect with mental health professionals in your area via the <a href="https://www.psychologytoday.com/us" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Psychology Today website</a>.</li> <li>Use discount code SMIDGEN15 to save <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/collections" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">15% your entire order at Red Stick Spice Co</a>.</li> </ul> Be sure to reach out to us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/redstickspicecompany" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/redstickspice/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, or <a href="https://twitter.com/RedStickSpice" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>. We’d love to hear about how you gather with family and friends, or even what you’d like to hear on Season 2 of Smidgen (coming soon!!) Listen to Smidgen on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/smidgen/id1465606357?ls=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/15wkGumdhY9KvFgQzQLMDd" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Spotify</a>, <a href="https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cDovL3NtaWRnZW5wb2RjYXN0LmNvbS9yc3M%3D" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Google Podcasts</a>, or your favorite podcast app.  Smidgen is the podcast of <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Red Stick Spice Co.</a>

Now We Gather | Leslie Todd, LCSW plus Roasted Cauliflower with Capers, Walnuts, and Yogurt

S1E6 There are a couple kitchen skills that are worth learning (and some that can have a huge impact on your home cooking), and Smidgen host Anne Milneck is here to tell you that making stock and broth at home can be a game changer. Our own tireless champion of the home cook Anne is interviewed by podcast producer Catherine O’Brien to learn why stock and broth are fundamentals of cooking, why we’re hearing about bone broth all the time, and how easy and doable it is to make stock and broth at home. By the end of the episode, we’re confident you’ll be setting up a veggie cuttings freezer bag and planning your first batch of homemade broth. Cooking Segment: After the stock talk, Anne and store staffer Madeline are in the Red Stick Spice test kitchen making the classic pairing of Curried Tomato Bisque and Slab Grilled Cheese. This is a real crossover meal—the soup is made with homemade stock and for fans of the sheet pan, that’s the tool that brings the crunch to our slab grilled cheese. Several of our own spice blends bring this meal to the next level of crowd-pleasing goodness—explore Vindaloo Curry, Madras Curry, and for garlic lovers, the Garlic Curry is a must. Mentioned on the episode:  RECIPE: Feed-a-crowd Curried Tomato Bisque made with homemade vegetable stock is the perfect dish to practice your stock making skills. Serve with Slab Grilled Cheese.  What is the difference between stock and broth? What is bone broth and why is it so popular? Anne explains all (and gives practical tips for making stock, storing stock, and using stock) in this ep. Put your own spin on the bisque with any of the Red Stick Spice Co.’s curry powders such as Garlic Curry, spicy-spicy Vindaloo Curry, or the savory Madras Curry. While you are making the Slab Grilled Cheese, take a listen to our  Sheet Pan Suppers episode (one of our most popular shows to date!) Poaching chicken is a great way to make a quick chicken broth. We use this technique to make our  Curried Chicken Salad. We poach the chicken with a big handful of spices including Tellicherry Peppercorns and Cardamom. Turn the poaching liquid into a great broth for sipping or for the base of soups, stews or curries! As promised: shrimp stock-- Sweet Corn and Shrimp Soup with Smoky Bacon. A show stopper with tons of flavor from our Salt Free BBQ Shrimp Seasoning. Use discount code SMIDGEN15 to save 15% your entire order at Red Stick Spice Co.  Do you have a veggie stock bag in your freezer? We’d love to take a peek at your stock makings on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter! We can hear the crockpot lids now in anticipation of folks making their own stock. Listen to Smidgen Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, or your favorite podcast app.  Smidgen is the podcast of Red Stick Spice Co. 

S1E6 There are a couple kitchen skills that are worth learning (and some that can have a huge impact on your home cooking), and Smidgen host Anne Milneck is here to tell you that making stock and broth at home can be a game changer. Our own tireless champion of the home cook Anne is interviewed by podcast producer <a href="http://www.branchoutprograms.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Catherine O’Brien</a> to learn why stock and broth are fundamentals of cooking, why we’re hearing about bone broth all the time, and how easy and doable it is to make stock and broth at home. By the end of the episode, we’re confident you’ll be setting up a veggie cuttings freezer bag and planning your first batch of homemade broth. Cooking Segment: After the stock talk, Anne and store staffer Madeline are in the Red Stick Spice test kitchen making the classic pairing of <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/blogs/recipes/curried-tomato-soup" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Curried Tomato Bisque</a> and <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/blogs/recipes/slab-grilled-cheese" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Slab Grilled Cheese</a>. This is a real crossover meal—the soup is made with homemade stock and for fans of the sheet pan, that’s the tool that brings the crunch to our slab grilled cheese. Several of our own spice blends bring this meal to the next level of crowd-pleasing goodness—explore <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/products/vindaloo-curry" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Vindaloo Curry</a>, <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/products/madras-curry" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Madras Curry</a>, and for garlic lovers, the <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/products/garlic-curry" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Garlic Curry</a> is a must. Mentioned on the episode: <ul> <li>RECIPE: Feed-a-crowd <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/blogs/recipes/curried-tomato-soup" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Curried Tomato Bisque</a> made with homemade vegetable stock is the perfect dish to practice your stock making skills. Serve with <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/blogs/recipes/slab-grilled-cheese?_pos=1&amp;_sid=d2015e8cb&amp;_ss=r" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Slab Grilled Cheese</a>. </li> <li>What is the difference between stock and broth? What is bone broth and why is it so popular? Anne explains all (and gives practical tips for making stock, storing stock, and using stock) in this ep.</li> <li>Put your own spin on the bisque with any of the Red Stick Spice Co.’s curry powders such as <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/products/garlic-curry" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Garlic Curry</a>, spicy-spicy <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/products/vindaloo-curry" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Vindaloo Curry</a>, or the savory <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/products/madras-curry" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Madras Curry</a>.</li> <li>While you are making the <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/blogs/recipes/slab-grilled-cheese" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Slab Grilled Cheese</a>, take a listen to our <a href="http://smidgenpodcast.com/its-called-baking-sheet-pan-suppers-and-carrot-tacos" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Sheet Pan Suppers episode</a> (one of our most popular shows to date!)</li> <li>Poaching chicken is a great way to make a quick chicken broth. We use this technique to make our <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/blogs/recipes/18045304-curried-chicken-salad?_pos=2&amp;_sid=799a774cb&amp;_ss=r" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Curried Chicken Salad</a>. We poach the chicken with a big handful of spices including <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/products/peppercorn-whole-black" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Tellicherry Peppercorns</a> and <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/products/cardamom-pods" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Cardamom</a>. Turn the poaching liquid into a great broth for sipping or for the base of soups, stews or curries!</li> <li>As promised: shrimp stock-- <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/blogs/recipes/11709769-sweet-corn-and-shrimp-soup-with-smoky-bacon?_pos=6&amp;_sid=8f7132336&amp;_ss=r" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sweet Corn and Shrimp Soup with Smoky Bacon</a>. A show stopper with tons of flavor from our <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/products/bbq-shrimp-seasoning-1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Salt Free BBQ Shrimp Seasoning</a>.</li> <li>Use discount code SMIDGEN15 to save <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/collections" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">15% your entire order at Red Stick Spice Co</a>.</li> </ul> Do you have a veggie stock bag in your freezer? We’d love to take a peek at your stock makings on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/redstickspicecompany" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/redstickspice/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, or <a href="https://twitter.com/RedStickSpice" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>! We can hear the crockpot lids now in anticipation of folks making their own stock. Listen to Smidgen <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/smidgen/id1465606357?ls=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/15wkGumdhY9KvFgQzQLMDd" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Spotify</a>, <a href="https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cDovL3NtaWRnZW5wb2RjYXN0LmNvbS9yc3M%3D" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Google Podcasts</a>, or your favorite podcast app.  Smidgen is the podcast of <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Red Stick Spice Co.</a>

Stock Options | Stock, Broth, Curried Tomato Bisque and Slab Grilled Cheese

Anne Milneck

If you are hunkered down, practicing social distancing, and maybe wanting a little comfort, we have a little Smidgen bonus for you. Anne Milneck, host of Smidgen and owner of Red Stick Spice Company talks (remotely) with producer Catherine O’Brien. Anne shares her thoughts on why heading to the kitchen is a good idea right now, and can even be a source of joy in stressful times. Anne also has a unique perspective in our current circumstance: Anne’s son Clay has a chronic illness that requires extra care and consideration. Anne hit up Clay’s gastroenterologist  Dr. Casey Chapman with a few questions that provides valuable information for all of us, especially folks who want to help #flattenthecurve. Finally, Catherine quizzes Anne about being a small business owner in uncertain times; Anne comes back with ideas for supporting your favorite small businesses and highlights the creativity and innovation that can arise from unusual circumstances. We invite you to reach out to us with any ideas you have, or just to say hello and check in.  Mentioned on the show: -  Now is the Time to Overreact in The Atlantic -  Flattening the Coronavirus Curve in The New York Times - Catch Red Stick Spice Company on Facebook Live! Daily at 4:30PM CDT, Anne and her crew will be cooking live. Follow along or get some ideas for din din. Red Stick Spice Co on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/redstickspicecompany  - Catherine gave a shout out to her favorite dish (that is now on PERMANENT rotation in her household) featured in Season 1 on Smidgen—slab grilled cheese. Mmmmmm.  Hear the whole episode here:  http://smidgenpodcast.com/stock-options-stock-broth-curried-tomato-bisque-and-slab-grilled-cheese - Learn more about Crohns and Colitis from the Crohns and  Colitis Foundation: https://www.crohnscolitisfoundation.org/ Reach out to us on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter. Hear all Smidgen episodes on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts,  Pandora, or your browser, or your favorite podcast app.  Smidgen is the podcast of Red Stick Spice Co.

If you are hunkered down, practicing social distancing, and maybe wanting a little comfort, we have a little Smidgen bonus for you. Anne Milneck, host of Smidgen and owner of Red Stick Spice Company talks (remotely) with producer Catherine O’Brien. Anne shares her thoughts on why heading to the kitchen is a good idea right now, and can even be a source of joy in stressful times. Anne also has a unique perspective in our current circumstance: Anne’s son Clay has a chronic illness that requires extra care and consideration. Anne hit up Clay’s gastroenterologist <a href="https://site.crohnscolitisfoundation.org/living-with-crohns-colitis/find-a-doctor/Casey-Chapman.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Dr. Casey Chapman</a> with a few questions that provides valuable information for all of us, especially folks who want to help #flattenthecurve. Finally, Catherine quizzes Anne about being a small business owner in uncertain times; Anne comes back with ideas for supporting your favorite small businesses and highlights the creativity and innovation that can arise from unusual circumstances. We invite you to reach out to us with any ideas you have, or just to say hello and check in.  Mentioned on the show: - <a href="https://www.theatlantic.com/health/archive/2020/03/theres-no-shame-in-overreacting-to-the-coronavirus/608140/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Now is the Time to Overreact</a> in The Atlantic - <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2020/03/11/science/coronavirus-curve-mitigation-infection.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Flattening the Coronavirus Curve</a> in The New York Times - Catch <a href="https://www.facebook.com/redstickspicecompany" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Red Stick Spice Company on Facebook Live</a>! Daily at 4:30PM CDT, Anne and her crew will be cooking live. Follow along or get some ideas for din din. Red Stick Spice Co on Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/redstickspicecompany" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/redstickspicecompany</a>  - Catherine gave a shout out to her favorite dish (that is now on PERMANENT rotation in her household) featured in Season 1 on Smidgen—<a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/blogs/recipes/slab-grilled-cheese?_pos=1&amp;_sid=dd796c9e0&amp;_ss=r" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">slab grilled cheese</a>. Mmmmmm. <a href="http://smidgenpodcast.com/stock-options-stock-broth-curried-tomato-bisque-and-slab-grilled-cheese" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Hear the whole episode</a> here: <a href="http://smidgenpodcast.com/stock-options-stock-broth-curried-tomato-bisque-and-slab-grilled-cheese" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> http://smidgenpodcast.com/stock-options-stock-broth-curried-tomato-bisque-and-slab-grilled-cheese</a> - Learn more about Crohns and Colitis from the Crohns and  Colitis Foundation: <a href="https://www.crohnscolitisfoundation.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.crohnscolitisfoundation.org/</a> Reach out to us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/redstickspicecompany" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/redstickspice/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, or <a href="https://twitter.com/RedStickSpice" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>. Hear all Smidgen episodes on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/smidgen/id1465606357?ls=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/15wkGumdhY9KvFgQzQLMDd" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Spotify</a>, <a href="https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cDovL3NtaWRnZW5wb2RjYXN0LmNvbS9yc3M%3D" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Google Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://www.pandora.com/podcast/smidgen/PC:21843?part=PC:21843&amp;corr=podcast_organic_external_site&amp;TID=Brand:POC:PC21843:podcast_organic_external_site" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Pandora</a>, or <a href="http://smidgenpodcast.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">your browser</a>, or your favorite podcast app.  <a href="http://smidgenpodcast.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Smidgen</a> is the podcast of <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Red Stick Spice Co.</a>

A Special Message from Anne Milneck | Home Cooking and Connections

Lili Courtney

S2E7 We’re throwing it back here on the Season Two Finale of Smidgen to some vintage recipes that are making a comeback. Do you have memories from your young days of parents pulling out “fancy” china for entertaining and making certain dishes that are for special occasions only? Smidgen Host and Owner of Red Stick Spice Co. Anne Milneck speaks with Lili Courtney about some of these dishes, and our intrepid chefs give some makeovers to chicken tetrazzini, hummingbird cake (Southern Living Magazine’s number one, most viewed recipe EVER!), 70’s style cocktail meatballs (served in a crock pot, OF COURSE, with a sidecar of rainbow colored toothpicks), seven layer salad, and trifle. Cooking Segment: Part trip down memory lane, part tasty food analysis, Anne and Lili update vintage tastes to our modern palette. Inspired by their conversation, Lili and Anne head over to the Red Stick Spice Co. Test Kitchen and update cocktail meatballs and whip up a hummingbird cake trifle. Tis the season to entertain, and both these dishes would be a delicious compliment to any gathering. Mentioned on the show: - RECIPE: Sweet and Sour Meatballs with Pine Nuts and Currents. Lili is sharing  her meatball recipe for you to try and wow your friends and family - RECIPE: Now’s the time to get the trifle dish out of the back shelf for Hummingbird Cake Trifle OR serve in individual glasses (like a stemless wine glass or a martini glass) - Shhh! Don’t tell anyone it is store bought ice cream! Anne’s Mother’s Romanoff sauce is cool and delicious - The original Southern Living Hummingbird Cake Recipe is on their website here - Ooh la la, customer favorite  Champagne Pear Chardonnay Vinegar makes a grand appearance in the cooking segment -  Capital Heights Spice is versatile, full of shallots, citrus, and nutritional yeast. Plus, it’s salt-free - We enhance all the flavors of the Hummingbird Cake with the Red Stick Spice Co.  Pumpkin Pie Spice (banana loves cardamom!) - Use discount code SMIDGEN15 to save 15% your entire order at Red Stick Spice Co. Did this episode inspire you to update your own favorite vintage recipes? Also, this is the last episode of Season Two—we’ll miss you while we’re away, but we would love to know if there’s anything you want to hear about on Season Three. Tell us on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter. Hear all Smidgen episodes on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts,  Pandora, or your browser, or your favorite podcast app.  Smidgen is the podcast of Red Stick Spice Co.

S2E7 We’re throwing it back here on the Season Two Finale of Smidgen to some vintage recipes that are making a comeback. Do you have memories from your young days of parents pulling out “fancy” china for entertaining and making certain dishes that are for special occasions only? Smidgen Host and Owner of Red Stick Spice Co. Anne Milneck speaks with Lili Courtney about some of these dishes, and our intrepid chefs give some makeovers to chicken tetrazzini, hummingbird cake (Southern Living Magazine’s number one, most viewed recipe EVER!), 70’s style cocktail meatballs (served in a crock pot, OF COURSE, with a sidecar of rainbow colored toothpicks), seven layer salad, and trifle. Cooking Segment: Part trip down memory lane, part tasty food analysis, Anne and Lili update vintage tastes to our modern palette. Inspired by their conversation, Lili and Anne head over to the Red Stick Spice Co. Test Kitchen and <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/blogs/recipes/sweet-sour-meatballs-with-pine-nuts-and-currants?_pos=1&amp;_sid=3c6516ada&amp;_ss=r" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">update cocktail meatballs</a> and whip up a <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/blogs/recipes/hummingbird-cake-trifle?_pos=1&amp;_sid=b8d478c21&amp;_ss=r" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">hummingbird cake trifle</a>. Tis the season to entertain, and both these dishes would be a delicious compliment to any gathering. Mentioned on the show: - RECIPE: <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/blogs/recipes/sweet-sour-meatballs-with-pine-nuts-and-currants?_pos=1&amp;_sid=3c6516ada&amp;_ss=r" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Sweet and Sour Meatballs with Pine Nuts and Currents</a>. Lili is sharing <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/blogs/recipes/sweet-sour-meatballs-with-pine-nuts-and-currants?_pos=4&amp;_sid=a72f663f4&amp;_ss=r" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> her meatball recipe</a> for you to try and wow your friends and family - RECIPE: Now’s the time to get the trifle dish out of the back shelf for <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/blogs/recipes/hummingbird-cake-trifle?_pos=1&amp;_sid=b8d478c21&amp;_ss=r" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Hummingbird Cake Trifle</a> OR serve in individual glasses (like a stemless wine glass or a martini glass) - Shhh! Don’t tell anyone it is store bought ice cream! Anne’s Mother’s Romanoff sauce is cool and delicious - The original <a href="https://www.southernliving.com/recipes/hummingbird-cake-recipe" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Southern Living Hummingbird Cake Recipe</a> is on their website <a href="https://www.southernliving.com/recipes/hummingbird-cake-recipe" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a> - Ooh la la, customer favorite <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/products/champagne-pear-chardonnay-vinegar?_pos=1&amp;_sid=eec87a088&amp;_ss=r" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Champagne Pear Chardonnay Vinegar</a> makes a grand appearance in the cooking segment - <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/products/capital-heights-spice?_pos=1&amp;_sid=428a74c72&amp;_ss=r" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Capital Heights Spice</a> is versatile, full of shallots, citrus, and nutritional yeast. Plus, it’s salt-free - We enhance all the flavors of the Hummingbird Cake with the Red Stick Spice Co. <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/products/pumpkin-pie-spice?_pos=1&amp;_sid=cd2ec46bc&amp;_ss=r" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Pumpkin Pie Spice</a> (banana loves cardamom!) - Use discount code SMIDGEN15 to save <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/collections" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">15% your entire order at Red Stick Spice Co</a>. Did this episode inspire you to update your own favorite vintage recipes? Also, this is the last episode of Season Two—we’ll miss you while we’re away, but we would love to know if there’s anything you want to hear about on Season Three. Tell us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/redstickspicecompany" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/redstickspice/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, or <a href="https://twitter.com/RedStickSpice" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>. 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Vintage Recipes Revisted | Anne Milneck with Lili Courtney plus Cocktail Meatballs and Hummingbird Cake Trifle

Renee Puyau

S2E6 Lots of customers discover Red Stick Spice Company after being given the directive to reduce salt consumption. What better place than our shop to reduce salt without losing flavor? We also hear talk of the DASH Diet—a little bit “Baton Rouge famous” due to research and development at Pennington Biomedical Research Center. To learn more, we’re joined by  Renee Puyau, Registered Dietician at Pennington. Renee explains how DASH was originally developed for hypertension, but also supports other health benefits, too. Since DASH is fruit and veggie heavy, Renee gives lots of tips for how to get more servings into each day. (Friendly reminder: this episode is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice.) Cooking Segment: Host and Owner of Red Stick Spice Company Anne Milneck takes what she learns from Renee into the Test Kitchen to make a flavorful chicken cutlet using Zahtar. The salt is scant but the taste is plentiful due to Zahtar’s distinct zing—sumac, sesame seeds, and citrus zest come together for a bright flavor that will keep you from missing the salt. The Zahtar chicken is topped with a lush green parsley salad (get those veggies in!) making for a DASH-friendly, quick to prepare dinner. Mentioned on the show: - RECIPE: Make your own Zahtar Chicken with Parsley Salad for dinner tonight! Quick, delicious, DASH friendly - Find out more about the DASH Diet on the Pennington Biomedical Research Center website -  Zahtar is where it’s at for flavorful chicken or a bit of Middle Eastern flair for a variety of dishes - We offer an abundance of salt-free spice blends to choose from. Anne gave a shout-out to our Red Bean Seasoning and Gumbo Seasoning. Also give a look to our  Smoked Porcini, Shallot &amp; Mustard - Salt Free blend. Don’t forget the  Alleppo Pepper! - Cameron came in with our Red Stick Spice Company  Oregano Olive Oil to bump up the flavor - If you have a loved one who is watching their salt intake, we offer a  Salt Free Zone gift box that would make a delicious and helpful present - Join us for our  Not My Mother’s Chicken cooking class!  This Milk Street Partner Location class highlights cooking skills as well as inspiring recipes. Zahtar Chicken with Parsley Salad is on the menu! - Use discount code SMIDGEN15 to save 15% your entire order at Red Stick Spice Co. Did we win you over with Zahtar? Did you already know about DASH? We want to know! Tell us about it on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter. Hear all Smidgen episodes on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts,  Pandora, or your browser, or your favorite podcast app.  Smidgen is the podcast of Red Stick Spice Co.

S2E6 Lots of customers discover <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Red Stick Spice Company</a> after being given the directive to reduce salt consumption. What better place than our shop to reduce salt without losing flavor? We also hear talk of <a href="http://docsdash.pbrc.edu/dash-diet/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">the DASH Diet</a>—a little bit “Baton Rouge famous” due to research and development at Pennington Biomedical Research Center. To learn more, we’re joined by <a href="https://www.pbrc.edu/research-and-faculty/core-services/?serviceid=70" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Renee Puyau, Registered Dietician at Pennington</a>. Renee explains how DASH was originally developed for hypertension, but also supports other health benefits, too. Since DASH is fruit and veggie heavy, Renee gives lots of tips for how to get more servings into each day. (Friendly reminder: this episode is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice.) Cooking Segment: Host and Owner of Red Stick Spice Company Anne Milneck takes what she learns from Renee into the Test Kitchen to make <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/blogs/recipes/zahtar-chicken-cutlets-with-parsley-salad?_pos=2&amp;_sid=b3c6441ff&amp;_ss=r" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">a flavorful chicken cutlet using Zahtar</a>. The salt is scant but the taste is plentiful due to Zahtar’s distinct zing—sumac, sesame seeds, and citrus zest come together for a bright flavor that will keep you from missing the salt. The Zahtar chicken is topped with a lush green parsley salad (get those veggies in!) making for a DASH-friendly, quick to prepare dinner. Mentioned on the show: - RECIPE: Make your own <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/blogs/recipes/zahtar-chicken-cutlets-with-parsley-salad?_pos=2&amp;_sid=b3c6441ff&amp;_ss=r" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Zahtar Chicken with Parsley Salad for dinner tonight</a>! Quick, delicious, DASH friendly - Find out more about <a href="http://docsdash.pbrc.edu/dash-diet/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">the DASH Diet on the Pennington Biomedical Research</a> Center website - <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/products/zahtar?_pos=1&amp;_sid=2121475bb&amp;_ss=r" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Zahtar is where it’s at for flavorful chicken</a> or a bit of Middle Eastern flair for a variety of dishes - We offer <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/collections/all/salt-free" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">an abundance of salt-free spice blends</a> to choose from. Anne gave a shout-out to our <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/products/red-bean-seasoning" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Red Bean Seasoning</a> and <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/products/gumbo-seasoning" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Gumbo Seasoning</a>. Also give a look to our <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/products/smoked-porcini-shallot-mustard" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Smoked Porcini, Shallot &amp; Mustard</a> - Salt Free blend. Don’t forget the <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/products/aleppo-chile-flakes?_pos=1&amp;_sid=d7d9bc3ef&amp;_ss=r" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Alleppo Pepper</a>! - Cameron came in with our Red Stick Spice Company <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/products/oregano-extra-virgin-olive-oil?_pos=1&amp;_sid=e9a262266&amp;_ss=r" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Oregano Olive Oil</a> to bump up the flavor - If you have a loved one who is watching their salt intake, we offer a <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/products/salt-free-zone?_pos=1&amp;_sid=0fea3c424&amp;_ss=r" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Salt Free Zone gift box</a> that would make a delicious and helpful present - Join us for our <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/products/not-my-mothers-chicken?_pos=2&amp;_sid=4254cab88&amp;_ss=r" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Not My Mother’s Chicken</a> cooking class!  This Milk Street Partner Location class highlights cooking skills as well as inspiring recipes. <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/blogs/recipes/zahtar-chicken-cutlets-with-parsley-salad?_pos=2&amp;_sid=b3c6441ff&amp;_ss=r" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Zahtar Chicken with Parsley Salad</a> is on the menu! - Use discount code SMIDGEN15 to save <a href="https://www.redstickspice.com/collections" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">15% your entire order at Red Stick Spice Co</a>. Did we win you over with Zahtar? Did you already know about DASH? We want to know! Tell us about it on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/redstickspicecompany" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/redstickspice/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, or <a href="https://twitter.com/RedStickSpice" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>. 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Just a DASH of Salt | Renee Puyau Plus Zahtar Chicken

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