Passing the Plate Podcast

Meet the woman behind the recipes! This week, Lisa sits down with Ashley to uncover the journey that led her to become a food writer, recipe developer, and cooking class instructor.

This candid conversation serves up a fresh perspective on Ashley's food-focused life.

Find Ashley at:

• Visit the Big Flavors from a Tiny Kitchen website
• Big Flavors events schedule
• Big Flavors newsletter
• Follow Big Flavors on your favorite social media channel!
  • Instagram
  • Facebook
  • Pinterest
  • YouTube
  • TikTok
  • Bluesky
  • Threads

Keep exploring and learning about Ashley’s food world!

• Freeze your veggie scraps to make stock in the slow cooker
• Jacques Pépin
• Broiler Kebab
• Spatchcocked Roasted Turkey

**This episode of Passing the Plate is sponsored by StoriedBook Recipes from Storied. Visit storied.com/plate or use code PLATE to save 20% off your first StoriedBook and create something your family will treasure forever.

See show notes at www.passingtheplate.org/60.

Thanks for tuning in to the Passing the Plate podcast! Ready to dig deeper into your kitchen adventures? Make sure to visit:

• Check out the Passing the Plate website.
• Check out our webinar and ebook on our Resource page.
• Ashley at Big Flavors from a Tiny Kitchen: Get inspired by delicious recipes and start cooking delicious food at home no matter your skill level.
• Lisa at Are You My Cousin?: Learn how to find your ancestors, grow your family tree and uncover fascinating family histories and stories that connect us through food.

Stay hungry for knowledge, keep the stories simmering, and join us again for our next delicious episode!

Get ready for a spice-filled adventure as we traverse the culinary landscapes of Mexico, India, and the Middle East in this episode dedicated to the versatile spice, cumin!
From its journey to America to its starring role in beloved dishes like tacos and curries, discover the rich history and vibrant flavors of cumin.
Whether you're a seasoned spice enthusiast or a newcomer to its aromatic charms, join us as we explore the diverse cuisines that celebrate the magic of cumin.
Resources & Links Mentioned in Episode:

• Chelsea Market NYC
• Cumin seeds
• Ground cumin
• Mortar and pestle
• Spice/coffee grinder
• Taco seasoning
• Restaurant-style guacamole
• Molcajete
• The Best Black Bean Soup recipe - the one Lisa makes regularly
• Turkey three-bean chili
• 660 Curries by Raghavan Iyer
• Indian Cooking Unfolded: A Master Class in Indian Cooking, Featuring 100 Easy Recipes Using 10 Ingredients or Less by Raghavan Iyer
• Favorite cumin recipes
• Coriander seeds
• Ground coriander

See show notes for this episode at www.passingtheplate.org/22

Thanks for tuning in to the Passing the Plate podcast! Ready to dig deeper into your kitchen adventures? Make sure to visit:

• Check out the Passing the Plate website.
• Check out our webinar and ebook on our Resource page.
• Ashley at Big Flavors from a Tiny Kitchen: Get inspired by delicious recipes and start cooking delicious food at home no matter your skill level.
• Lisa at Are You My Cousin?: Learn how to find your ancestors, grow your family tree and uncover fascinating family histories and stories that connect us through food.

Stay hungry for knowledge, keep the stories simmering, and join us again for our next delicious episode!

Join us as we explore what was on the table during the 1930's Depression Era, when creativity and resourcefulness were keys to kitchend success. Lisa shares insights from old newspaper archives, revealing some surprising Thanksgiving dishes from across the country.
Ever wondered what Thanksgiving dinner looked like in the South in the 1930s? Or how old family recipes were passed down?
Tune in to hear our interesting finds and learn how the flavors of the past shaped today’s traditions!
Keep exploring with these resources mentioned in this episode:

• The newspaper pages talked about in the episode:
  • The Press Democrat – Fri, Nov 21, 1930 ·Page 10 (Santa Rosa, CA)
  • The Chronicle, 1939 (Scottsburg, IN)
  • Hickory Daily Record – 1935
• ChroniclingAmerica.gov
• Newspapers.com
• FamilySearch.org
• Ancestry.com
• Find My Past
• Homemade gravy (the way Ashley’s grandpa used to make it)

See the show notes at www.passingtheplate.org/45

Thanks for tuning in to the Passing the Plate podcast! Ready to dig deeper into your kitchen adventures? Make sure to visit:

• Check out the Passing the Plate website.
• Check out our webinar and ebook on our Resource page.
• Ashley at Big Flavors from a Tiny Kitchen: Get inspired by delicious recipes and start cooking delicious food at home no matter your skill level.
• Lisa at Are You My Cousin?: Learn how to find your ancestors, grow your family tree and uncover fascinating family histories and stories that connect us through food.

Stay hungry for knowledge, keep the stories simmering, and join us again for our next delicious episode!

Grandma's casserole holds a universe of love, but let's be honest – sometimes, its crust needs a little crunch update. In this episode, we tackle the culinary conundrum: How do we honor cherished recipes while making them thrill the modern palates?
We'll explore creative ingredient swaps, dietary adaptations, and kitchen hacks that streamline prep without sacrificing soul. Join us as we uncover the hidden potential within your family's culinary classics, transforming them into dishes that nourish both body and memory.
Get ready to fire up your culinary imagination and savor the satisfaction of breathing new life into your favorite family dishes. It's time to make your ancestors proud!
Resources

These are the websites, links and recipes mentioned in this podcast episode.

• Ashley’s Mom’s Pot Roast
• Herbed Pot Roast (Instant Pot version)
• Ashley’s Mom’s Tomato Beef Pasta
• Tomato Beef Pasta (Instant Pot version)
• Ashley’s Stepmom’s Beef Goulash
• Ashley’s Stepmom’s Beef Goulash (Instant Pot version)
• Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes
• Broiler Kebab Sheet Pan Meal – This is one of Lisa’s favorites!
• Shopping for an Instant Pot? This is Ashley’s current favorite model.
• Shopping for an air fryer? This is Ashley’s current favorite model.
• Souper Cubes (portioned silicone freezer tray with lid)
• Crock-Pot programmable slow cooker
• Half sheet pans
• FoodSaver vacuum sealing system
• Stasher bags – microwave and freezer-safe silicone bags
• The Instant Pot 1:1 Perfect Rice recipe seems to be offline now, but the general guideline is to use equal parts rinsed rice and water and cook on high pressure for the recommended time, based on the type of rice you are cooking. Basmati (white) rice: 4-8 minutes, Jasmine rice: 3-5 minutes, Brown rice (long/short): 22-28 minutes, and Wild rice mix: 25-30 minutes. Let the rice naturally release for 10 minutes afterward, and then go ahead and manually release any remaining pressure, fluff, and serve.

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Thanks for tuning in to the Passing the Plate podcast! Ready to dig deeper into your kitchen adventures? Make sure to visit:

• Check out the Passing the Plate website.
• Check out our webinar and ebook on our Resource page.
• Ashley at Big Flavors from a Tiny Kitchen: Get inspired by delicious recipes and start cooking delicious food at home no matter your skill level.
• Lisa at Are You My Cousin?: Learn how to find your ancestors, grow your family tree and uncover fascinating family histories and stories that connect us through food.

Stay hungry for knowledge, keep the stories simmering, and join us again for our next delicious episode!

Ever craved a bite of your great-grandmother's strudel while strolling through Prague? Or felt a pang of connection over fiery Cajun gumbo in Louisiana?
In this episode, we explore the surprising ways food and travel intertwine to illuminate your family's tapestry. We'll embark on culinary odysseys, from ethnic food tours bursting with ancestral flavors to regional feasts revealing the stories simmering beneath each simmering pot.
So, pack your taste buds, dust off your family tree, and join us as we embark on a delicious journey of self-discovery. Remember, sometimes the most profound conversations happen over a shared plate, and the most vibrant history books are written in the language of spices. Bon appétit, and bon voyage!
Resources

These are the links and websites mentioned in this episode:

• The Allen County Public Library
• Delicious Denver Food Tours
• Downtown Denver Food Tour
• Biker Jim’s Gourmet Dogs (Denver, CO)
• Big Onion Walking Tours
• Multi-Ethnic Eating Tour of the Lower East Side
• Free Tours by Foot
• Badageoni Georgian Restaurant (Mt. Kisco, NY)
• Spirited LA
• Grand Central Market
• Chelsea Market
• Penzeys Spices
• Ashley’s Bookshop Storefront
• Lisa’s Bookshop Storefront
• Lisa’s Family Heritage Resource Guide

See show notes for this episode at www.passingtheplate.org/04.

Thanks for tuning in to the Passing the Plate podcast! Ready to dig deeper into your kitchen adventures? Make sure to visit:

• Check out the Passing the Plate website.
• Check out our webinar and ebook on our Resource page.
• Ashley at Big Flavors from a Tiny Kitchen: Get inspired by delicious recipes and start cooking delicious food at home no matter your skill level.
• Lisa at Are You My Cousin?: Learn how to find your ancestors, grow your family tree and uncover fascinating family histories and stories that connect us through food.

Stay hungry for knowledge, keep the stories simmering, and join us again for our next delicious episode!