03: How to Modernize Family Recipes So You’ll Actually Make Them

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.

Do You Have a Story?

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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!