My Tiny Cook Spot

My Tiny Cook Spot is a bi-weekly podcast lead by your host, Kate Schmeck, as she journey's her way through her mom's recipe box. If you love food and love to eat then you are in the right place! After my mom passed I became the owner of over 290 recipes! My guests and I will cook together, have a few laughs, drink a few cocktails, and learn a bit about each other. How fun does that sound! Are you ready to get up close and personal with food?

Beef Stroganoff & Flank-Steak Sandwiches with Travis 05/12/2021

Beef Stroganoff & Flank-Steak Sandwiches with Travis Travis and I are back in the kitchen making two beef dishes. I passed along a recipe for Broiled Flank-Steak Sandwiches, top with roasted peppers and Travis asked me to take a crack at Beef Stroganoff. In the midst of broiling our steak and making egg noodles from scratch, I regale Travis with the story of how my father blamed the dog for causing a small fire, believe it or not, he is still sticking with this story. /episode/index/show/mytinycookspotpod/id/19057397

Strawberry-Mint Limeade with Travis 04/28/2021

Strawberry-Mint Limeade with Travis I am joined in the kitchen by Travis, a home cook who strives to make as much from scratch as possible. In this episode we are bringing together flavors fit for summer, with a Strawberry-Mint Limeade, and Travis lets me in on his secret to the perfect omelet! Because we all know how terrible I can be with eggs. /episode/index/show/mytinycookspotpod/id/18893894

Pecan and Double Layered Pumpkin Pie with Stephen 04/14/2021

Pecan and Double Layered Pumpkin Pie with Stephen Stephen is back in the kitchen making my mom’s recipe for Double Layered Pumpkin Pie and I am baking Stephen’s go-to Old Fashion Pecan Pie. We are also unveiling the magic of cream cheese, discussing puh·kaan vs pee-can, pork roll vs Taylor Ham, and our top favorite vegetables. /episode/index/show/mytinycookspotpod/id/18700019

Paloma Sour with Stephen 03/31/2021

Paloma Sour with Stephen Home cocktail creator Stephen joins me to teach us how to create the drink that got him into cocktails, the Paloma Sour. Can’t or don’t want to eat a raw egg? No worries, Stephen gives a tip on how to get that wonderful froth without this protein. We also chat about Stephen’s approach to cocktails and how this hobby started. /episode/index/show/mytinycookspotpod/id/18540137

Jambalaya and Chicken Enchilada Casserole with Danni 03/17/2021

Jambalaya and Chicken Enchilada Casserole with Danni Danni and I are back in the kitchen and we are making some hearty dishes, Chicken Enchilada Casserole and Jambalaya. While talking textures, telling stories of demon garbage disposals, and having a heated argument for dark meat, and we are exploring how important it is to refresh your space when spending so much time at home. /episode/index/show/mytinycookspotpod/id/18347456

The Blushing Bee with Danni 03/03/2021

The Blushing Bee with Danni Danni joins me on the pod to mix together a morphing cocktail The Blushing Bee, how are we doing that? Well, you will just have to listen and find out! While we do our sipping we are chatting wine, cooking shows, and apparently writing a love letter to frozen pizza. Because why not. /episode/index/show/mytinycookspotpod/id/18128897

Frittatas and Omelets with Miki 02/17/2021

Frittatas and Omelets with Miki Miki and I return to the kitchen to meet my long time enemy, eggs. Miki is whipping up a Potato, Red Onion, and Goat Cheese Frittata straight from my mom's recipe box. And for me, it was love at first bite with a Crab Omelet that Miki's mom would make for her in the Philippines. The filling was so good I could not help but sample it before the final product, don’t judge me. /episode/index/show/mytinycookspotpod/id/17796689

Gingerbread Hot Cocoa with Miki 02/03/2021

Gingerbread Hot Cocoa with Miki Miki returns and while we may just be homecooks, girls can dream and we’re revealing our cooking passions past and present. All while fighting this winter chill with a combination I love. Boozy gingerbread hot chocolate, who knew milk could be so damn stubborn! And seriously, does anyone own a measuring spoon for a pinch?? Cause I don't. /episode/index/show/mytinycookspotpod/id/17750438

Loaf Cake and Brownies with Shelbie 01/21/2021

Loaf Cake and Brownies with Shelbie Shelbie and I are back and are whipping up something sweet while chatting escapism in the pandemic, cookbooks, and the joys of the public library. Shelbie sent me her favorite recipe for Lemon Loaf Cake, the first thing she ever baked from scratch, while she tackles my mom’s recipe for Chocolate Honey Brownies. /episode/index/show/mytinycookspotpod/id/17335382

The Ginger Valley with Shelbie 01/06/2021

The Ginger Valley with Shelbie Shelbie, an LA-based dog mom, and writer who never stops talking about the 80’s, rom coms, and being queer, joins me in the kitchen to chat about her history with cooking and food while mixing up a cocktail that delivers a bit of spice, The Ginger Valley. /episode/index/show/mytinycookspotpod/id/17335325

Gumbo and Italian Wedding Soup with Angela 09/16/2020

Gumbo and Italian Wedding Soup with Angela Angela and I hope to get you in the mood for soup season! I had the pleasure to follow her Great Aunt’s recipe for Italian Wedding Soup. While Angela tackled Firey Seafood and Andouille Gumbo. Which packed a punch! /episode/index/show/mytinycookspotpod/id/16027862

Bubbly Bumble Bee with Angela 09/02/2020

Bubbly Bumble Bee with Angela Angela and I are mixing together of fresh nectarines, honey, vodka, with a splash of champagne to create a drink fit for a queen bee, Bubbly Bumble Bee. Angela also speaks to the role dance and the arts have played in her life, explaining the importance of movement as a means to reconnect with her own body and reclaim it. /episode/index/show/mytinycookspotpod/id/15846335

Ginger Carrot Soup and Yum Kai Dao with Andrea 08/19/2020

Ginger Carrot Soup and Yum Kai Dao with Andrea I get to test my hand at one of the recipes that got Andrea started on her culinary exploration of Thai cuisine, Yum Kai Dao (Fried Egg Salad). She offers substitution tips for ingredients not easily accessible in big-box grocery stores. Andrea settled on Gingered Carrot Soup, with flavors that caught her eye and can be served hot or cold. /episode/index/show/mytinycookspotpod/id/15664355

Boozy Mango Tea with Andrea 08/05/2020

Boozy Mango Tea with Andrea My guest, Andrea, and I are hitting topics from our going out go-to’s, to our hungover cravings, to bar equipment substitutions. Don't have a jigger? No problem! And of course, we are whipping up a cocktail that will give you some relief from these hot summer days, a Boozy Mango Tea. /episode/index/show/mytinycookspotpod/id/15486266

Noodles and Pasta with Kelly 07/22/2020

Noodles and Pasta with Kelly In part two we are diving into pasta dishes so bring on the carbs. I sent Kelly Eggplant, Garlic, and Herb Pasta, a recipe from Better Home and Garden. And I tackle Roasted Cauliflower and Brown Butter Noodle Bowl, from an America’s Test Kitchen cookbook that Kelly worked on. Why is one pasta and one a noodle bowl you may ask? Listen to find out! /episode/index/show/mytinycookspotpod/id/15307115

Blackberry-Sage Martinis with Kelly 07/08/2020

Blackberry-Sage Martinis with Kelly HOLD THE PHONE! This episode’s guest, Kelly, works for America’s Test Kitchen (ATK) on the book team! Join us as she drops some knowledge as to how recipes go from the test kitchen to the books that line our shelves. And once she finds her blender, join us in a virtual cheers with our featured cocktail, Blackberry-Sage Martinis. /episode/index/show/mytinycookspotpod/id/15124103

Naleśniki and Rhubarb Shortbread with Veronica 06/24/2020

Naleśniki and Rhubarb Shortbread with Veronica Hopefully, you have made room for dessert because Veronica and I return to dive into two recipes that are going to satisfy your sweet tooth. If only we were able to teleport these flavors because we have Naleśniki and Rhubarb Shortbread on the menu. /episode/index/show/mytinycookspotpod/id/14943482

Desserts and Grapefruit Thyme Spritz with Veronica 06/10/2020

Desserts and Grapefruit Thyme Spritz with Veronica Butter your baking pans because these two ladies are about to tackle desserts! In part one, we introduce our recipes and break down our beverage, a Grapefruit Thyme Spritz. Veronica is diving into Rhubarb Shortbread with homemade jam and I am attempting a dessert near and dear to her heart, her mom’s Naleśniki (a type of Polish crepe). /episode/index/show/mytinycookspotpod/id/14763146

Sandwiches and Basil-Berry Smash with Cam 05/27/2020

Sandwiches and Basil-Berry Smash with Cam Siblings in the kitchen are bound to result in a few squabbles and cooking over Zoom brought on a set of challenges. Buckle in for numerous rants, a brush with fire, and two delicious sandwiches; Alton Brown’s Lamb Gyros on homemade naan and Paula Deen’s Portobello Mushroom Burgers. /episode/index/show/mytinycookspotpod/id/14582627

A Quarantine Catch Up 05/13/2020

A Quarantine Catch Up After a long absence, the pod is back, bringing you sizzling recipes and classy cocktails from a safe distance. On the docket: a traumatizing encounter with pie, a plan of what is to come, and a look at what has been going on. /episode/index/show/mytinycookspotpod/id/14395454

Tostones & Mango Lemonade with Emily 03/18/2020

Tostones & Mango Lemonade with Emily Emily was in my kitchen for episode 13 and here we are, with another Martha Stewart recipe. These Tostones were salty, soft, slightly sweet, and a perfect snack. And the Cilantro-Garlic Sauce had so much flavor that really knocked us on our butt. We paired these fried treats with homemade mango lemonade! /episode/index/show/mytinycookspotpod/id/13591139

Food Aversions with Andrea & Melody 03/04/2020

Food Aversions with Andrea & Melody We all have those foods we cannot stand, take a big gulp of liquid to get it down, cannot stand. Andrea, Melody and I dive into our food aversions and we go from 0 to 100 real fast. You’ll eat anything? Yea...sure. /episode/index/show/mytinycookspotpod/id/13403576

Pad Thai with Andrea & Melody 02/19/2020

Pad Thai with Andrea & Melody Zorgie and I have a spirited conversation about how our two families pass along flavorful favorites in the kitchen. The recipe taking center stage today, Egg & Bacon Impossible Pie. But, is a dish with no crust truly a pie? Don’t forget the cocktail, we are bringing the chill inside with Frozen Peach Teas. /episode/index/show/mytinycookspotpod/id/13211294

Egg & Bacon Impossible pie and Frozen Peach Teas with Zorgie 02/05/2020

Egg & Bacon Impossible pie and Frozen Peach Teas with Zorgie Zorgie and I have a spirited conversation about how our two families pass along flavorful favorites in the kitchen. The recipe taking center stage today, Egg & Bacon Impossible Pie. But, is a dish with no crust truly a pie? Don’t forget the cocktail, we are bringing the chill inside with Frozen Peach Teas. /episode/index/show/mytinycookspotpod/id/13024559

Cheesy Broccoli & Cauliflower Soup / Boozy Gingerbread Coffee with Bill 01/22/2020

Cheesy Broccoli & Cauliflower Soup / Boozy Gingerbread Coffee with Bill We had a casualty in the kitchen this episode! R.I.P to my cheese grater as we made our Cheesy Broccoli and Cauliflower Soup. Luckily, Bill made bread! So I guess I will forgive him for this. Join us as he walks me through the process and don’t forget a glass of Gingerbread Coffee with Baileys! /episode/index/show/mytinycookspotpod/id/12842891

Ravioli and Honey Pear with Veronica and Martha 01/08/2020

Ravioli and Honey Pear with Veronica and Martha Two lovely sisters are joining me in the kitchen this week and carbs are on the menu! It may be the new year, making resolutions to be a better me, and all that jazz. But for the sake of the pod, I will happily eat Easy Edamame Ravioli with Mint and an easy two-part cocktail made with fresh pears and honey. /episode/index/show/mytinycookspotpod/id/12657029

Home for the Holidays with Angela 12/25/2019

Home for the Holidays with Angela With the holidays on my mind, Angela and I are filling the Cook Spot with heartwarming flavors that remind us of home. We are getting extremely personal, we both lost our moms too soon and are sharing their legacies with passion, laughs, and understanding. Comfort food and cocktails were necessary. Dig into All-American Meatloaf and sip on Mrs. Claus Cranberry Cocktail with us this season. /episode/index/show/mytinycookspotpod/id/12523493

Fusion with Calvin and Tiff 12/11/2019

Fusion with Calvin and Tiff My Tiny Cook Spot is on the road to talk food fusion with Calvin and Tiff. And to keep it interesting my guests have decided to show me how to prepare the same dish in three different ways. The recipe of Mapo Tofu will be lovingly created in the classic Szechuan variation, Taiwan variation, and a “Fusion” variation made with beef bourguignon stock. How will we be able to eat it all? /episode/index/show/mytinycookspotpod/id/12312890

Friendsgiving 2019 11/27/2019

Friendsgiving 2019 It is that time of year! To eat a lot of food and spend quality time with your family. /episode/index/show/mytinycookspotpod/id/12174827

NOLA Shrimp and Rice with Apple Pie Old Fashions with Andrea 11/13/2019

NOLA Shrimp and Rice with Apple Pie Old Fashions with Andrea New Orleans Style Shrimp and Rice with Apple Pie Old Fashions with Andrea /episode/index/show/mytinycookspotpod/id/12017474

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