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In part three of our culinary boot camp series, we cover the science and best practices behind various cooking techniques including braising, steaming, pressure cooking and a deep dive into sous vide. If you have any questions or comments on this episode, you can send me a voice mail or call our hotline, 775-204-8389, post it to our friendly forum or Facebook group, or shoot me an e-mail, [email protected] The accompanying video lecture for this episode can be found on the show notes...
Published 07/03/18
In this episode, listener questions covering flavor structure and sauce making are answered. If you want to have your question answered on an upcoming episode of the show, you can leave me a voicemail thru this page here, call the hotline (775-204-8389), or e-mail me, [email protected]. Don't forget to download your copy of my Culinary Boot Camp & F-STEP Curriculum. You can also join the conversation over on the Stella Culinary Forum, or SC Facebook group! In This Episode ... ...
Published 06/27/18
Questions or comments? E-mail me, [email protected], call 775-204-8389 to leave a voicemail, or post on our Friendly Forum or Facebook Group. In episode 47 of the SCS Podcast, I introduced the concept of the three modern mother sauces, a technique based approach to sauce making. In this episode, we continue our discussion, with a deep dive into emulsifications and purees. Related Podcasts & Videos SCS 002 | Culinary Stocks Part One - Veal Stock SCS 003 | Culinary Stocks Part...
Published 06/14/18
Questions or comments? E-mail me, [email protected], call 775-204-8389 to leave a voicemail, or post on our Friendly Forum or Facebook Group. In part one of our S is for Sauce lecture, I discuss the concept of the Three Modern Mother Sauces, which is a technical approach to sauce making. We dive deep into the reduction technique. In our next episode, we will cover the other two modern mother sauces, purees and emulsions. Related Podcasts & Videos SCS 002 | Culinary Stocks...
Published 06/13/18
Question or comments? E-mail me, [email protected], call me, 775-204-8389, or post to our friendly forum or Facebook Group. We start this episode on a somber note, acknowledging the passing of Anthony Bourdain and all he contributed to the culinary world. I then answer listener voicemails and questions ranging from the replacement of home kitchen appliances, cooking healthy summer meats and proteins, an upcoming beer brewing episode, as well as general shenanigans and discussions. ...
Published 06/12/18
Question or comments on this episode? E-mail me, [email protected], call me, 775-204-8389, or post to our friendly forum or Facebook Group. In this episode, we continue part two of our flavor structure lecture, discussing the "Story of Umami," how to mastor savory flavors, Flavor X Factor, the Flavor Punch, and much more. You can watch the full lecture video on YouTube (please like, share and subscribe while you're there). Purchase and download the written Culinary Boot Camp and...
Published 06/12/18
The first step to becoming a truly proficient cook that can stop following recipes and start creating, is to understand flavor structure. Flavor structure is the foundation upon which a recipe, dish, or menu is built. Without a basic understanding of how to balance flavors, no amount of fancy technique will be able to save a dish. Important Links Episode show notes, including the full video lecture with time codes. Leave Chef Jacob a Voice Mail - 775-204-8389 Send Chef Jacob an e-mail;...
Published 06/05/18
In this episode, I answer listener questions, and talk about the upcoming release of my FREE Culinary Boot Camp lecture videos (for a limited time only). If you're interested in buying the written Culinary Boot Camp Curriculum, you can do so here. Have a question or comment for the show? You can leave a voice mail by calling 775-204-8389, or contact us here. You can also join the conversation over on the Stella Culinary Forum, or Facebook Fan Group. If you haven't already, check out our...
Published 05/29/18
Director of Equipment Reviews of AmazingRibs.com, Max Good, discusses BBQ Grills, Smokers, and Outdoor Cookers, along with what to look for in a grill, how to identify features that will best fit your needs, and tips and tricks for creating your own BBQ sauces at home. Links for Max Good Amazing Ribs Product Review Section Check out Max's line of BBQ Sauce, Black Swan, which I mention in the opening of this episode. His original recipe has an awesome, fresh tomato taste, and worked great...
Published 05/24/18
Special guest Malcom Reed of How to BBQ Right and the Killer Hogs Competition Team joins Jacob to discuss: Steak Cooking Association (SCA) Tips, Tricks, & Strategies for Winning. Memphis BBQ. What its like to be a professional BBQ Competitor. The evolution of How to BBQ Right and their new podcast by the same name. What does a BBQ pro cook and eat on their days off. Memphis in May and what it takes to win the World Championship of pork cooking. Question or comment? Shoot to us via our...
Published 05/15/18
In this episode of the Stella Culinary School Podcast, I welcome Meathead, creator of the biggest BBQ Website in the world, AmazingRibs.com. Meathead and his team at Amazing Ribs provide in-depth technical and how-to knowledge for the backyard cooking and live fire enthusiast, including BBQ, Grilling, & Smoking. There no-nonsense, science based approach to grilling and smoking has gained them a massive and loyal following. Amazing Ribs review archive is second to none, with indepth...
Published 05/08/18
In this episode I welcome back my friend, Chef Clint Jolly, who is spending a year traveling abroad. In this episode, he calls in live from Chile to discuss the cuisine, culture, and what he's been up to. Links for Chef Clint Website - http://clintjolly.com FaceBook - https://www.facebook.com/ChefClintJolly Instagram - @ClintJolly Twitter - @ClintJolly Links for This Episode Listen the Chef Clint Jolly's previous appearance on the show. Check of Stella Culinary's 200+ educational...
Published 05/02/18
Greg Rempe of the BBQ Central Show is interviewed! We talk American Regional BBQ Cuisine, how Greg got his start in podcasting, the Steak Cooking Association & Guidelines, Competition BBQ, Greg's Fleet of BBQ Grills & Smokers and much more. You can find Greg at The BBQ Central Show dot com, download his podcast through iTunes, or listen live every Tuesday, 9-11pm Eastern. Follow Greg on social media, and please make sure to send him a message, thanking him for being on the show. ...
Published 05/01/18
In this live episode of the Stella Culinary School Podcast, I answer listener questions! If you want to be a part of the next live show, join our Stella Culinary Facebook Group at https://facebook.com/groups/StellaCulinary In this episode, listener questions answered including the best approach for sea food risotto, issues with sourdough bread baking, and sous vide chicken wings. Episode Links Call the show live, or leave a voice mail: 775-204-8389. You can also send in a question or...
Published 04/12/18
In episode 35 of the Stella Culinary School Podcast, we took a deep dive into the science and technique of sous vide cooking, dicussing common pitfalls, best practices, and some tips and tricks. In this episode, I welcome Jason Logsdon of AmazingFoodMadeEasy.com to give us some sous vide cooking tips and tricks for in home cooking and execution. Supporting Links AmazingFoodMadeEasy.com Jason's Exploring Sous Vide FaceBook Group Check out the Episode 35 Show Notes for links to sous vide...
Published 04/10/18
How to cook sous vide is explored in this episode, including the how's, why's, and underlying science. Have a question or comment? Leave chef Jacob a voicemail by calling 775-204-8389. Or you can write us via our contact form. Stella Culinary Sous Vide Cooking Videos Sous Vide Beef Bourguignon Sous Vide Lamb Rack Sous Vide Chicken Breast Sous Vide Cooking Resources Chef Jacob's Sous Vide Temperature Guide PDF Beginners Guide to Sous Vide Cooking - Jason Logsdon at...
Published 03/27/18
Listener voicemail questions on cooking and baking are answered! You can leave your own voicemail by calling 775-204-8389, or by following this link. Don't forget to sign up for the e-mail newsletter, join our Stella Culinary Facebook Group, and leave me a rating and review in Apple Podcast. 4:03 - "How to convert a basic baguette recipe to a rice flour baguette for Vietamese style bahn mi sandwiches." Basic Baguette Recipe Swap 5-10% flour for rice flour. Add 5-10% fat (I use 5% fat,...
Published 02/23/18
In this episode, we welcome J. Kenji Lopez Alt, managing Culinary Director of Serious Eats, and author of the wildly popular Food Lab Blog. In September of 2015, Kenji released his book, The Food Lab - Better Home Cooking Through Science, which landed him on the New York Time's Best Sellers list. Here are some things we discussed in this episode: What Kenji is planning for his next book, volume 2 of The Food Lab. How to keep egg shells from sticking to sous vide and hard boiled eggs....
Published 02/20/18
In this episode, I answer Chase's question about what it takes to work your way up in a professional kitchen, from kitchen grunt to sous chef. Have a question or comment? Leave chef Jacob a voicemail by calling 775-204-8389, or by following this link. Don't forget to sign up for the e-mail newsletter, join our Stella Culinary Facebook Group, and leave me a rating and review in Apple Podcast.
Published 02/17/18
In this episode I answer Robyn's question about whether or not you need to buy expensive wine for cooking, and what affect that will have on your food's flavors. I also recommend the wines I like to cook with both professionally and personally, and give a few tips on how to properly incorporate wine into your cooking. Quick Note: Since this question was originally submitted on the Stella Culinary Forum, I will be closing the comment section on this post, so we can all continue the...
Published 02/13/18
In this episode, my good friend Kimberly King Schaub of PeasOnMoss and Bullet Proof Coffee joins the show to talk shop. Don't forget to sign up for our e-mail newsletter, join the Stella Culinary Forum, and check out Chef Jacob's Culinary Boot Camp / F-STEP Curriculum. If you have a question you'd like to submit to be answered on an upcoming podcast, you can do it by leaving a voicemail, or filling out our contact form. And don't forget to leave a review for The Stella Culinary School...
Published 02/08/18
In this episode, we follow up last week's pizza podcast with your questions answered. First up from the Stella Culinary Archives, we answer Nina's audio questions about cooking pizza on a BBQ Grill. Then Chef Jacob responds in turn to the following questions and comments. Neapolitan Pizza Cathy in Arizona asks about Grinding Her Own Wheat for Neapolitan Pizzas Thanks for all the great info.  I know that you recommend refined 00 flour for pizza dough.  Do you think Sonoran white wheat...
Published 02/06/18
In this episode, we take a deep dive into pizza, discussing Neapolitan, New York, and Chicago style. Since great pizza is all about the dough, we tie together everything learned in our bread series, and discuss why we apply certain formulations to achieve specific results. To get the most out of this episode, you will need a basic understanding of the baker's percentage. Introduction 1:56 - How this lesson on pizza will be influenced by past bread baking episodes. SCS 018 | Four...
Published 01/29/18
In this episode of the Stella Culinary School Podcast, Jacob is joined live by Chef Clint Jolly, who recently sold his successful catering company and decided to take a year abroad to experience new cultures and cuisines. Chef Clint joins us on the first leg of his trip from Buenos Aries, Argentina to discuss his experiences from the perspective of a traveling chef, his favorite thing he's eaten so far, a lesson on beef age and flavor, and so much more. Links This Episode's Show Notes on...
Published 01/16/18
Community questions are answered including spatchcocking duck, turkey roulade, brussels sprouts, scratch green bean casserole, and much more. For links to all the resources mentioned in this episode, please visit our show notes: http://StellaCulinary.com/ Have a question or comment? Leave chef Jacob a voicemail by calling 775-204-8389, or by following this link. Don't forget to sign up for the e-mail newsletter, join our Stella Culinary Facebook Group, and leave me a rating and review in ...
Published 11/24/17