Meredith Kruse's Surprise Recipe of the Day

Learn how to cut an avocado safely and easily with my guide that includes video, photo, and written instructions to make your life easier. Recipe: Safely Pit and Cut Avocados from TheCookful.Here are the links mentioned in this episode: #adSafely Pit and Cut AvocadosAvocado Cottage Cheese ToastEasiest Guacamole RecipeThe All New Chicken CookbookThis episode was published in September, 2025.Here's the Recipe Of The Day page with all of our recipe links!If you want to make sure you always find out what today's recipe is, do one or all of the following:Subscribe to the PodcastFollow me on social media TikTok, Instagram, Facebook Group, or PinterestNewsletter: CookTheStory.comWebsites: COOKtheSTORY.com and TheCookful.comCourses: Free Mini Cooking CoursesGuide: Free Rotation Ready Meal Planning GuideHave a great day! -Christine xo

30 Sep 5min

Who needs takeout when you can make it better at home? Amy Dong from Chew Out Loud is here to share her foolproof recipe for Teriyaki Salmon, a dish that’s fast enough for weeknights but delicious enough for special occasions.Amy is the voice behind the popular blog Chew Out Loud, where she shares approachable, family-friendly recipes that actually fit into busy schedules. In this episode, we dive into her easy method for cooking salmon with a glossy homemade teriyaki sauce. We also talk about Amy’s brand-new ebook, Skip the Takeout, which is packed with recipes that bring big flavor to your table without the delivery fee. Amy explains why she’s passionate about helping home cooks see that making favorites at home can be simpler (and more rewarding) than picking up the phone.🔗 Here's Amy's recipe for Teriyaki Salmon, and her ebook, Skip the Takeout. And you can follow Amy on Instagram here.Thank you to our wonderful sponsor, Coleman All Natural Meats!Christine's Links:Sausage ChiliEmail Me! CookTheStory@gmail.comSubscribe to the PodcastJoin the ROTD Facebook Group, TikTok, or InstagramWebsites: CookTheStory.com and TheCookful.comChristine's NewsletterThe All New Chicken Cookbook (#ad)

27 Sep 23min

This easy homemade teriyaki sauce tastes like the sweet, sour, rich sauce you know and love, but uses only 6 ingredients. Recipe: Homemade Teriyaki Sauce from COOKtheSTORY.Here are the links mentioned in this episode: #adHomemade Teriyaki SauceThe All New Chicken CookbookThis episode was published in September, 2025.Here's the Recipe Of The Day page with all of our recipe links!If you want to make sure you always find out what today's recipe is, do one or all of the following:Subscribe to the PodcastFollow me on social media TikTok, Instagram, Facebook Group, or PinterestNewsletter: CookTheStory.comWebsites: COOKtheSTORY.com and TheCookful.comCourses: Free Mini Cooking CoursesGuide: Free Rotation Ready Meal Planning GuideHave a great day! -Christine xo

25 Sep 3min

Smoky Cajun crust. Juicy salmon inside. Done in 15 minutes. This blackened salmon is your answer to a quick, easy, flavorful dinner tonight! Recipe: Blackened Salmon from COOKtheSTORY.Here are the links mentioned in this episode: #adBlackened SalmonAir Fryer Salmon with Crispy SkinPerfect Crispy Skin SalmonHow to Broil SalmonThe All New Chicken CookbookThis episode was published in September, 2025.Here's the Recipe Of The Day page with all of our recipe links!If you want to make sure you always find out what today's recipe is, do one or all of the following:Subscribe to the PodcastFollow me on social media TikTok, Instagram, Facebook Group, or PinterestNewsletter: CookTheStory.comWebsites: COOKtheSTORY.com and TheCookful.comCourses: Free Mini Cooking CoursesGuide: Free Rotation Ready Meal Planning GuideHave a great day! -Christine xo

23 Sep 6min

Think you hate coleslaw? I did too… until my mom made me her newest recipe. This week I’m joined by my mom, Phyllis Pittman, an amazing cook who ran successful restaurants for years, and since it’s her birthday week, it feels extra special to have her on the show. She’s sharing her favorite creamy coleslaw recipe, and it’s unlike any you’ve tried before. With a couple of surprising secret ingredients, it turns skeptics into fans, even me. I never thought I’d say this, but I actually love this coleslaw. Don’t miss this conversation with my mom!Get all of the ROTD Weekend Interviews here.Get all of our daily Recipe of the Day podcast episodes and subscribe to the podcast here.Links From This Episode:🔗 My mom’s delicious Creamy Coleslaw recipeAir Fryer SausagesEmail Me! CookTheStory@gmail.comSubscribe to the PodcastJoin the ROTD Facebook Group, TikTok, or InstagramWebsites: CookTheStory.com and TheCookful.comChristine’s NewsletterThe All New Chicken Cookbook (#ad)

20 Sep 21min

These Air Fried Pork Chops are juicy inside and nicely browned outside. And, they’ll be on the table in less than 20 minutes! Recipe: Air Fryer Pork Chops from COOKtheSTORY.Here are the links mentioned in this episode: #adAir Fryer Pork ChopsAir Fryer Pork CutletsThe All New Chicken CookbookThis episode was published in September, 2025.Here's the Recipe Of The Day page with all of our recipe links!If you want to make sure you always find out what today's recipe is, do one or all of the following:Subscribe to the PodcastFollow me on social media TikTok, Instagram, Facebook Group, or PinterestNewsletter: CookTheStory.comWebsites: COOKtheSTORY.com and TheCookful.comCourses: Free Mini Cooking CoursesGuide: Free Rotation Ready Meal Planning GuideHave a great day! -Christine xo

18 Sep 4min

Got meatballs in the freezer? Turn them into a creamy, comforting stroganoff that’s ready in under 30 minutes. It’s one of my favorite busy-night tricks! Recipe: Meatball Stroganoff from TheCookful.Here are the links mentioned in this episode: #adMeatball StroganoffSausage MeatballsHow To Bake MeatballsAir Fryer Turkey MeatballsBeef Stroganoff Mushroom SoupThe All New Chicken CookbookThis episode was published in September, 2025.Here's the Recipe Of The Day page with all of our recipe links!If you want to make sure you always find out what today's recipe is, do one or all of the following:Subscribe to the PodcastFollow me on social media TikTok, Instagram, Facebook Group, or PinterestNewsletter: CookTheStory.comWebsites: COOKtheSTORY.com and TheCookful.comCourses: Free Mini Cooking CoursesGuide: Free Rotation Ready Meal Planning GuideHave a great day! -Christine xo

16 Sep 7min

Canned clams never tasted so good! Coley Gaffney is here to show us how comforting and delicious clam chowder can be when made with pantry staples.Coley is the creative force behind ColeyCooks.com, and you might recognize her from Food Network Star season 10, and as a guest from The Rachael Ray Show and The Today Show. While her TV days go back a few years, her passion for seafood and Italian cooking is rooted in her family history, making her the perfect person to guide us through this classic dish.In this episode, we talk about why she embraces canned seafood and the flavors and techniques that make her dishes shine.This episode is extra special because it’s going live on my birthday. And since I love seafood, Coley’s creamy New England Clam Chowder Recipe feels like the perfect way to celebrate!🔗 Here’s Coley’s Clam Chowder Recipe, and you can follow her at ColeyCooks.comand on Instagram @coleycooks.More Links from this Episode:Coley's Feast of the Seven Fishes MenuClam's CasinoLinguine and ClamsItalian Baked Stuffed Clams OreganataChristine's Links:Come see me and Marty do improv on the stage at SAK Orlando! Get tickets here.Email Me! CookTheStory@gmail.comSubscribe to the PodcastJoin the ROTD Facebook Group, TikTok, or InstagramWebsites: CookTheStory.com and TheCookful.comChristine's NewsletterThe All New Chicken Cookbook (#ad)

13 Sep 38min