Meredith Kruse's Surprise Recipe of the Day

Here’s how to cook green beans in the air fryer so they’re tender-crisp with a bit of caramelization. These are the basic instructions for perfect green beans, with suggestions for added flavors. Recipe: Air Fryer Green Beans from TheCookful. Here are the links mentioned in this episode: #adThe All New Chicken Cookbook This episode was also published in August, 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 Guide Have a great day! -Christine xo

28 Aug 3min

A Pea Soup that uses frozen green peas instead of split peas so that it’s ready before you believe possible. And it’s beyond delicious too! Recipe: Green Pea Soup with Ham from COOKtheSTORY.Here are the links to some of the items I talked about in this episode: #adBest Pork Tenderloin Brine PorkLarge PotCutting BoardChef's KnifeMicrowave Safe BowlMeasuring CupMeasuring SpoonsLadleImmersion BlenderBlenderThe All New Chicken CookbookThis episode was also published in September, 2023.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 PodcastJoin the ROTD TikTok, Instagram, Facebook Group, or PinterestBlog and Newsletter: CookTheStory.comWebsite: TheCookful.comCourses: Free Mini Cooking CoursesGuide: Free Rotation Ready Meal Planning GuideHave a great day! -Christine xo

27 Aug 4min

Juicy shrimp baked in garlic butter with a touch of lemon for a hands-off, foolproof way to get plump, tender results every time! Recipe: Baked Lemon Garlic Shrimp from COOKtheSTORY.Here are the links to some of the items I talked about in this episode: #ad9x11 inch Baking DishWooden SpoonMeasuring SpoonsHow to Poach ShrimpHow to Cook Shrimp from FrozenHow to Make Toasted Panko BreadcrumbsThe All New Chicken CookbookHere'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 PodcastJoin the ROTD TikTok, Instagram, Facebook Group, or PinterestBlog and Newsletter: CookTheStory.comWebsite: TheCookful.comCourses: Free Mini Cooking CoursesGuide: Free Rotation Ready Meal Planning GuideHave a great day! -Christine xo

26 Aug 5min

I’ve tested 7 ways to make garlic bread in the air fryer. Everyone agrees that this one is the best. Get ready because it’s ready in minutes and full of buttery, garlicky flavor! Recipe: Air Fryer Garlic Bread from COOKtheSTORY.Here are the links to some of the items I talked about in this episode: #adBest Ever Garlic ButterAir FryerCutting BoardBread KnifeSilicone Tip TongsThe All New Chicken CookbookThis episode was also published in August, 2024.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 PodcastJoin the ROTD TikTok, Instagram, Facebook Group, or PinterestBlog and Newsletter: CookTheStory.comWebsite: TheCookful.comCourses: Free Mini Cooking CoursesGuide: Free Rotation Ready Meal Planning GuideHave a great day! -Christine xo

25 Aug 7min

How long do you cook short ribs in the Instant Pot? Do you brown them first? And how do you make the perfect sauce? Here are the answers for perfectly tender beef short ribs. Recipe: Instant Pot Short Ribs from COOKtheSTORY.Here are the links to some of the items I talked about in this episode: #adClassic Method for Cooking the BEST Short RibsInstant PotTongsOil MisterAir FryerBroiler Safe Baking SheetBalsamic GlazeThe All New Chicken CookbookThis episode was also published in January, 2023.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 PodcastJoin the ROTD TikTok, Instagram, Facebook Group, or PinterestBlog and Newsletter: CookTheStory.comWebsite: TheCookful.comCourses: Free Mini Cooking CoursesGuide: Free Rotation Ready Meal Planning GuideHave a great day! -Christine xo

24 Aug 6min

Today I'm talking with cookbook author and culinary expert Amber Guinness. We talk about her beautiful book Italian Coastal which explores the food culture of the Tyrrhenian Sea region, and how the same ingredient, for instance, eggplant, is prepared differently across various Italian coastal towns. The recipe she tells us about is a fruity twist on a beloved Italian classic that will surprise your dinner guests and spark conversation at the table!Amber's Links:Website: AmberGuinness.comInstagram: @AmberGuinnessCookbook: Italian CoastalFind Amber's Raspberry Tiramisu recipe in her cookbook Italian CoastalChristine's Links:Pickle-Brined Chicken Wings RecipeBacon-Wrapped Meatloaf RecipeVelveeta Mac and Cheese RecipeInstant Pot Rice RecipeItalian Cauliflower Salad RecipeShort Ribs RecipeEmail 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)

23 Aug 30min

For the CLASSIC BBQ meatball appetizer, you can use homemade or store-bought meatballs. Just make sure you use the unbelievable homemade barbecue sauce from the recipe below. Recipe: BBQ Meatballs from TheCookful.Here are the links to some of the items I talked about in this episode: #adLarge SkilletWooden SpoonMeasuring SpoonsMeasuring CupsAir FryerKitchen ShearsMeatballs made from Italian Sausage MeatThe All New Chicken CookbookHere'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 PodcastJoin the ROTD TikTok, Instagram, Facebook Group, or PinterestBlog and Newsletter: CookTheStory.comWebsite: TheCookful.comCourses: Free Mini Cooking CoursesGuide: Free Rotation Ready Meal Planning GuideHave a great day! -Christine xo

22 Aug 5min

Bacon-Wrapped Meatloaf is so flavorful and juicy. I’m showing you how to wrap the bacon so it’s not a hassle and it bakes nice and crispy. Recipe: Bacon-Wrapped Meatloaf from COOKtheSTORY.Here are the links to some of the items I talked about in this episode: #adRimmed Baking SheetLarge BowlWhiskMeasuring SpoonsDry Measuring CupsBasting BrushProbe ThermometerThe All New Chicken CookbookThis episode was also published in November, 2023.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 PodcastJoin the ROTD TikTok, Instagram, Facebook Group, or PinterestBlog and Newsletter: CookTheStory.comWebsite: TheCookful.comCourses: Free Mini Cooking CoursesGuide: Free Rotation Ready Meal Planning GuideHave a great day! -Christine xo

21 Aug 9min