Episodes
Today on Food In Five, Chef Ben shares his recipe for a delicious Cajun Chicken Salad and Rice Bowl.  For the written version of this episode go to chefsnotes.com  Follow Chef Ben on social media @chefbenkelly and if you have an idea for an episode or just want to say hello you can send him an email at [email protected] Preorder The Five-Ingredient Cookbook For Men at https://amzn.to/3ploUKR in the US or https://amzn.to/2NtDCBt in Canada.  --- Send in a voice message:...
Published 02/19/21
In this episode of Food In Five, Ben talks to you about making a delicious Turkey Meatball Alfredo Pasta dish. If you'd like to look at the written version of this episode and get a printable recipe, go to chefsnotes.com/turkey-alfredo.  If you would like to preorder Ben's brand new cookbook, the 5-Ingredient Cookbook For Men, you can do that in Canada here and in the US here.  If you live in the US and would like a free copy of Ben's new book in exchange for an honest Amazon.com review,...
Published 02/17/21
In today's Food In Five episode, I walk you through making a delicious Valentine's Day Meal for two. Check it out.  You can find the written version of this post at chefsnotes.com.  If you'd like a free advanced copy of my new cookbook and live in the US, send me an email at [email protected]. All I ask in return is that you write an honest Amazon review of it.  And Check out my other podcast Evan and Ben Talk About Food and Stuff, wherever you are listening to this podcast.  ---...
Published 02/12/21
In today's episode of Food In Five, we will walk through the process of making a delicious roasted leg of lamb.  Check out the written version of this episode along with a printable recipe here.  You can check out my other podcast here. Facebook, Twitter, Instagram - @chefbenkelly [email protected]  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/foodinfive/message
Published 02/10/21
In today's episode of Food in Five, Chef Ben talks about how to make two different styles of salad dressing at home. Check it out.  Remember to lists to Ben's new podcast Evan and Ben Talk About Food and Stuff.  If you have a request for an episode of Food in Five or just want to say Hi, send Ben an email at [email protected] or reach out on social media @chefbenkelly --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/foodinfive/message
Published 02/05/21
In this episode of Food in Five, Chef Ben talks all about how to make delicious roasted vegetable paninis at home without a grill press.  Find the written version of this episode here.   Check out my new podcast Evan and Ben Talk About Food and Stuff  Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram @chefbenkelly --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/foodinfive/message
Published 02/03/21
Have you ever dreamed of making sushi at home? Well, dream no more. In this episode we talk about how you can make it at home, and a bit of the history behind sushi so that you unerstand it a little better.  To check out the written version of this post go to https://www.chefsnotes.com/homemade-sushi/ Follow me on social media @chefbenkelly  If you'd like to join the review crew for my new book and get a free advanced copy, or just want to say hello, send me an email at...
Published 02/01/21
In this episode of Food In Five, we talk all about  Oil Fondue and why it's right for you. If you're looking for something fun and different for your next date night or just want to eat a pile of food cooked in oil, this is the episode you should be listening to.  If you want to check out the written version of this post, go to www.chefsnotes.com/oil-fondue/ If you'd like to be part of my review squad for my new cookbook, send me an email at [email protected] or send me a message on...
Published 01/29/21
In this episode of food in five, we look at how to make a perfect Charcuterie board that looks just like the professionals make. Have a listen.  If you'd like to see pictures of my example board or read the written version of this episode, you can go to https://www.chefsnotes.com/creating-the-perfect-holiday-charcuterie-board/ If you'd like to be part of my review squad for my new cookbook, send me an email at [email protected] or send me a message on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter...
Published 01/27/21
Do you often open your spice cupboard or look at your spice rack and wonder what to do with all those spices? Well, wonder no more. In this episode of Food In Five, we will take a look at some common and uncommon uses for common spices and seasonings.  If you'd like to see the written version of this post, go to https://www.chefsnotes.com/spices-and-seasonings/ If you'd like to be part of my review squad for my new cookbook, send me an email at [email protected] or send me a message on...
Published 01/25/21
Things are tough all over and there has never been a better time to rethink how you grocery shop and build your grocery budget. Here are my 7 tips to help you do just that.  You can find the written version of this episode at https://www.chefsnotes.com/7-tips-for-eating-on-a-budget/ @chefbenkelly [email protected] --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/foodinfive/message
Published 01/22/21
Have you ever had a meal change your life? Change how you view the world? I have, and this is that story. Plus a few simple recipes for very delicious and authentic Italian food.  Find the written post at https://www.chefsnotes.com/authentic-italian-meal/ @chefbenkelly --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/foodinfive/message
Published 01/20/21
In today's episode of Food In Five we look at my favourite way to make roast beef and how you can make it perfectly every time.  For the written version of this episode and recipe go to chefsnotes.com/roast-beef.  Find me everywhere @chefbenkelly --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/foodinfive/message
Published 01/18/21
In this episode of food in five we take a look back at what we've all learned over the past few weeks of my free basic cooking course. If you'd like to read all the posts and find all the recipes you can do so here.  Have a great day everyone.  @chefbenkelly --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/foodinfive/message
Published 01/15/21
In this episode of Food In Five we finish up the Basic Things Everyone Should Be Able To Cook portion of the Free Basic Cooking Course. Specifically, we talk about burgers, chilli, meatloaf, and shepherd's pie.  You can find the full written post and recipes right here.  chefsnotes.com @chefbenkelly --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/foodinfive/message
Published 01/13/21
Today, in the continuation of my free basic cooking course we look at part two of basic things that everyone should be able to cook. Specifically, we talk about fish and pasta. Let's get to it.  You can find the full written post along with recipes here.  @chefbenkelly --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/foodinfive/message
Published 01/11/21
Today we talk all about a few basic things that everyone should be able to cook. We will look at potatoes, rice, roasted chicken, pork chops and steak. You can read the full post and find recipes at chefsnotes.com/basic-things-everyone-should-be-able-to-cook Follow me on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter @chefbenkelly --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/foodinfive/message
Published 01/08/21
Today we talk all about salads. How to make it, different kinds of it, and best practices for it. You can read the full post and find recipes at chefsnotes.com/understanding-salads. Follow me on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter @chefbenkelly --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/foodinfive/message
Published 01/06/21
Today we talk all about soup. How to make it, different kinds of it, and best practices for it.  You can read the full post and find recipes at chefsnotes.com/understanding-soup.  Follow me on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitte @chefbenkelly --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/foodinfive/message
Published 01/04/21
In the last Food and FIve Episode of 2020 we talk about some basic cooking techniques you should know and how to use them. This is part of my Free Basic cooking course series.  Have a great Christmas and a Happy New Year everyone, I'll see you in 2021.  chefsnotes.com @chefbenkelly --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/foodinfive/message
Published 12/23/20
In this episode of Food In Five we are going to break down common cuts of meat, chicken and fish to help you gain a better understanding of what you're looking at at the grocery store.  chefsnotes.com @chefbenkelly --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/foodinfive/message
Published 12/21/20
In this episode of Food In Five, we will talk in-depth about various ingredients from potatoes to peppers and from rice to beans.  chefsnotes.com @chefbenkelly --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/foodinfive/message
Published 12/18/20
Today we are going to get into knife skills. We will talk about everything from how to sharpen a knife, how to hold a knife, and how to use it.  chefsnotes.com @chefbenkelly --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/foodinfive/message
Published 12/16/20
In this episode, we will break down what pieces of kitchen kit you need, what you don't and what to and what not to buy.  chefsnotes.com @chefbenkelly --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/foodinfive/message
Published 12/14/20
Part one of my Basic Cooking Course Series. In this section, we will discuss cooking terms. I'm going, to be honest, this is not going to be the most exciting podcast episode you've ever listened to but, there is a lot of really good and valuable information in here. Enjoy!  @chefbenkelly www.chefsnotes.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/foodinfive/message
Published 12/11/20