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Grace and Ashley would like to wish you a happy holiday season and an even happier New Year! What makes eggnog so delicious? Why is Oreo-infused wine such an insult? And how do we make citrus a holiday thing? Listen in to find out! Recipes: 1. Mystery Mojito - Recipe lost to time! 2. Chili Cinnamon Bourbon Hot Toddy https://minimalistbaker.com/chili-cinnamon-bourbon-hot-toddy/ Follow us at @foodisyourfriendpod on IG and RATE REVIEW AND SUBSCRIBE wherever you listen! Eat Happy!

This week, Grace and Ashley delve into SIDES! What makes Thanksgiving a total lie? Is stuffing really stuffing without the bread? And why can't we stop singing Gwen Stefani? Listen in to find out! Recipes: 1. Roasted Potatoes with Seasoned Lentils and Dill Sauce https://monkeyandmekitchenadventures.com/roasted-potatoes-with-seasoned-lentils-and-dill-sauce/ 2. Best Cauliflower Stuffing https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/a50127/cauliflower-stuffing-recipe/ Follow us at @foodisyourfriendpod on IG and be sure to RATE REVIEW AND SUBSCRIBE wherever you listen. Eat Happy!

Hello! We hated to miss a week, but to make up for it, Grace and Ashley return with a glorious swan dive into APPETIZERS! Why are hors d'oeuvres not their own main dish? What does turmeric have to do with stuffed mushrooms? And WHAT for the love of GOD constitutes a perfect bite from a cheese board? Listen in to find out! Recipe: Vegan Rosemary Stuffed Mushrooms https://www.wholly-plants.com/rosemary-stuffed-mushrooms Follow us at @foodisyourfriendpod on IG, and be sure to RATE, REVIEW, AND SUBSCRIBE wherever you listen. Eat Happy!

This week, Grace is a changed woman as Ashley introduces her to the GLORY that is BRUSSELS SPROUTS! Are they really just tiny cabbages? What on earth is a kiwi berry? And is Ashley actually fiercely protective of people who don't even like her yet? Listen in to find out! Recipes: 1. Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Parmesan https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/276723/roasted-brussels-sprouts-with-parmesan/ 2. Spicy Kung Pao Brussels Sprouts https://wellvegan.com/side/spicy-kung-pao-brussels-sprouts Be sure to follow us at @foodisyourfriendpod for food pics and more.  RATE REVIEW AND SUBSCRIBE wherever you listen! Eat Happy!

This week, Grace and Ashley whip up some easy-peasy QUICKBREADS! Is Grace quickly becoming a mathematician? Why is cornmeal so dang hard to find? And how does Ree Drummond tie into ALL THIS?? Listen in to find out! Recipes:  1. Rosemary Goat Cheese Scones https://www.bobsredmill.com/blog/recipes/rosemary-goat-cheese-scones-gf-ef/ 2. Vegan Gluten-Free Cornbread https://nutriciously.com/vegan-cornbread-recipe/ Follow us at @foodisyourfriendpod on IG and be sure to RATE REVIEW AND SUBSCRIBE wherever you listen. Eat Happy!

This week, Grace and Ashley are getting all kinds of cozy with STEW! What does a roux even do? Is Ashley kinda good at British accents? And what's the deal with Grace's disco pants? Listen in to find out! Recipes:  1. One-Pot Chicken Stew https://www.littlebroken.com/one-pot-chicken-stew/ 2. Vegan Stew https://www.ourhappymess.com/vegan-stew/ Follow us at @foodisyourfriendpod and be sure to RATE REVIEW AND SUBSCRIBE wherever you listen, angels. Eat Happy!

HAPPY SPOOKY SZN!!! This week, Grace and Ashley get all Halloweeny. What's the origin of trick or treating? What does it have to do with Huey, Dewie and Louie? And is candy corn terrible or secretly amazing? Listen in to find out! Recipes:  1. Creepy Witch Finger Cookies https://www.simplysogood.com/creepy-witch-finger-cookies/ 2. Halloween Puppy Chow https://www.saltandlavender.com/halloween-puppy-chow-recipe/ Follow us at @foodisyourfriendpod on IG and be sure to RATE REVIEW AND SUBSCRIBE! It's the right thing to do! Eat Happy :)

Grace and Ashley are bobbing for a winner this week - because it's time to bake with some APPLES! Why are apples so contentious in Greek mythology? Does Ashley like Sweeney Todd too much? And does Grace think there are very few apples in the world? Listen in to find out! Recipes: 1. Old Fashioned Apple Fritters https://www.smalltownwoman.com/apple-fritter/ 2. Apple Gouda Hand Pies https://www.liveeatlearn.com/apple-gouda-hand-pies/ Follow us at @foodisyourfriendpod and RATE, REVIEW, AND SUBSCRIBE wherever you listen. Eat Happy!

Ashley and Grace take a dramatic look at the unexpectedly resilient and utterly versatile WINTER SQUASH! What did Grace think of Schmigadoon? Is Ashley mad at weak, weak summer squash? And is the movie about winter squash a love story or a drama? Listen in to find out! Recipes:  1. Herb Roasted Parmesan Acorn Squash https://therealfooddietitians.com/herb-roasted-parmesan-acorn-squash/ 2. Vegetarian Stuffed Acorn Squash https://cookieandkate.com/vegetarian-stuffed-acorn-squash-recipe/ Follow us at @foodisyourfriendpod on IG and be sure to RATE REVIEW AND SUBSCRIBE wherever you listen! Eat Happy!

In perhaps the most contentious episode of FIYF yet, Grace and Ashley discuss in definitely-not-a-fight way why "pumpkin" and "pumpkin spice" are in fact not the same thing. Can Ashley calm down long enough to get through a recipe? What's the story behind Grace over-whisking? And WHEN is it going to be cool enough to wear sweaters?? Listen in to find out! Recipes: 1. Favorite Pumpkin Granola https://pinchofyum.com/pumpkin-granola 2. Iced Pumpkin Coffee Cake  https://sallysbakingaddiction.com/iced-pumpkin-coffee-cake/ Follow us at @foodisyourfriendpod on IG, and be sure to Rate Review and Subscribe to the pod on all platforms :D Eat Happy!

This week, Grace and Ashley delve into the wonderful world of that devilish nightshade, eggplant! What do Grace and Ryan Reynolds have in common? Will Ashley and her microphone ever be friends again? And how many coffees will Grace consume in one day?Listen in to find out! Recipes: 1. Lebanese Baba Ghanoush https://feelgoodfoodie.net/recipe/baba-ghanoush/ 2. Ratatouille https://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/1018511-ratatouille Follow us at @foodisyourfriendpod on IG! Rate Review and Subscribe on all platforms, loves 3  Eat Happy!

This week, Grace and Ashley explore the many splendid wonders of CORN! Why does Ashley say "corn" in a weird way? Is Grace an *alleged* thief? And WHY did this episode take two whole days to record? Listen in to find out! Recipes: 1. Cacio e Pepe Corn on the Cob  https://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/1020342-cacio-e-pepe-corn-on-the-cob?campaign_id=58&emc=edit_ck_20210830&instance_id=39179&nl=cooking&regi_id=143906806&segment_id=67616&te=1&user_id=7870cee1cffd187b9657ded54eb0bd8d 2. Mexican Street Corn Salad  https://www.seriouseats.com/esquites-mexican-street-corn-salad-recipe?utm_source=morning_brew Research Resource: https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/rethinking-corny-history-maize-180971038/ RATE, REVIEW AND SUBSCRIBE, CUTIES!  Follow us at @foodisyourfriendpod on IG. Eat happy!