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The Recipe with Kenji and Deb

Deb Perelman & J. Kenji López-Alt
Cooking Techniques
Recipe Development
Cheddar Cheese
Pancakes
Food Science
Broccoli
BLT Sandwich
Asparagus
Apple Pie
Popcorn
Caesar Salad
Smitten Kitchen
Grilled Chicken
Onion Soup
Nachos
Grilled Cheese
Recipes
Chicken Noodle Soup
French Onion Soup
Brownies

Hi, we’re Deb Perelman (Smitten Kitchen) and J. Kenji López-Alt (Serious Eats, The Food Lab, The Wok). We’re professional home cooks, which means we can - and will - make the same meal 57 times in a row on the quest for the perfect recipe. Is it crazy? For us, no, because we do this for a living. But for you? Yes, probably. Which is why you should listen to The Recipe with Kenji and Deb. You'll he... more

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"Hey everyone. It's Kenji, and I've got something really fun to share with you today. I was recently a guest for a live taping of The Sporkful. It's a podcast I've been on many times before, and it's hosted by my old friend Dan Pashm... more

In their last episode before book-writing hiatus, Deb and Kenji take your questions, about truly satisfying turkey burgers, no recipe recipes, the correct order of operations for burger, fries, and shake at home, and more.

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Deb has fifteen recipes for meatballs on Smitten Kitchen, and exactly one for a meat burger. That does not mean Deb lacks for opinions about burgers, oh no no — she goes head to head with Mr. Burger Lab himself, who has published dozens of burger rec... more

When is it OK to yuck someone’s yum? Garlic and ginger hacks. How to turn your kid into a lifelong cook. Kenji and Deb answer your questions in another mailbag.

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Recent Guests

Kenji López-Alt
Cookbook author and YouTuber; founder of Tasting Notes
The Food Lab / Serious Eats
Episode: Live from New York: Kenji guests on The Sporkful Live
Judy Gold
Comedian, writer, and author
Stand-up comedy and television
Episode: Live from New York: Kenji guests on The Sporkful Live
Christopher Kimball
Host of Milk Street Radio and founder of Milk Street Magazine
Milk Street
Episode: French Toast (with Christopher Kimball)
Paula Rhodes
Lawyer, professor, and human rights advocate
Episode: Before Kenji and Deb, there was Lena
Nigel Poor
Co-host of the Ear Hustle Podcast
Ear Hustle
Episode: Broccoli Cheddar Soup (and something just as money, with Nigel Poor & Earlonne Woods)
Earlonne Woods
Co-host of the Ear Hustle Podcast
Ear Hustle
Episode: Broccoli Cheddar Soup (and something just as money, with Nigel Poor & Earlonne Woods)
Kelsey McKinney
Former host of Normal Gossip and author of the book 'You Didn't Hear This From Me, Mostly True Notes on Gossip'
Episode: Brownies (and something just as iconic, with Kelsey McKinney)
Nagi Mahashi
Author of the new cookbook, Delicious Tonight
Recipe Tin Eats
Episode: Bacon Egg & Cheese
Chris Morocco
Food director of Bon Appetit and Epicurious, host of the Dinner SOS podcast
Bon Appetit
Episode: A Smidge of Smitten Kitchen Keepers

Hosts

Kenji López-Alt
Co-host with Deb Perelman; renowned for rigorous recipe testing and food science expertise; affiliated with The Recipe with Kenji and Deb, Radiotopia network.
Deb Perelman
Co-host with Kenji López-Alt; long-time blogger and cookbook author; focuses on home cooking, recipe development, and approachable techniques; affiliated with The Recipe with Kenji and Deb, Radiotopia.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 859 ratings
  • Great!

    Kenji and Deb are great - learn so much from both of you and think you are a good match on the podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Living Loving Being
    United Statesa year ago
  • French Toast

    While I enjoy your podcast, I object to Milk Street and the insistence that a listener can only get a recipe if you are a paying customer. Sorry, while I am fairly certain one French toast recipe, that he touts on your podcast, isn’t going to break Mr Kimball, it will stop me from listening.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Nameless Baker
    United Statesa year ago
  • This last episode (French toast) was a mess. Chris Kimball seemed to be trying to drag politics into the conversation, the overall flow was choppy, and editing was weird. The tension between the hosts was palpable.

    Podcast Addict
    2
    araminty
    a year ago
  • Just ok

    Banter not the most natural. Last 3 questions of every episode (does it waffle? etc…) are gimmicky. Others seem to enjoy or get tips. So probably just not for me as someone who loves food, has always watched lots of cooking shows but doesn’t cook much beyond the basics. Just don’t connect with either of them.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Ckpnut
    United Statesa year ago
  • Not understanding the comments about Kenji

    I am loving the back and forth. I admire Kenji and Deb , however the comments about Kenji are unfair. If those who only want to hear Deb should watch her on YouTube

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mec12576
    United Statesa year ago

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Several reviews highlight the show's education value and approachable breakdown of everyday recipes.
Some listeners crave more chemistry between hosts and prefer explicit recipe links in notes.
Listeners praise the hosts' knowledge and entertaining banter, with notes on learning new techniques.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#34
United States/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#209
United States/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#19
Canada/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#129
Canada/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#193
United Kingdom/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#68
France/Arts/Food

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Mailbag Part 4
Q: Do you have any no-fail, no-recipe dishes you recommend?
Vegetable tacos or roasted vegetable soup made from whatever ingredients you have are great no-recipe dishes.
Mailbag Part 4
Q: How do you handle timing large roasts for family gatherings?
Use a reliable recipe, a good thermometer, and allow the roast to rest while preparing guests' meals to ensure it's served warm.
Mailbag Part 4
Q: What's the order of prep for burgers, fries, and milkshakes to have everything ready at the same time?
Make the shakes first, prepare and toast the burger buns, cook fries in the air fryer, and ensure everything is ready for assembly at once.
Mailbag Part 4
Q: What are some tricks to make turkey burgers as satisfying as a beef burger?
Using ground turkey thighs and techniques like roasting eggplant for moisture can enhance turkey burgers to be as satisfying as beef burgers.
Mailbag Part 3
Q: Do you have suggestions for recipes my son can tackle on his own cooking from scratch?
Kids can make anything with a clear recipe, but it's important to let them take the lead and prepare for possible messes and failures.

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Two professional home cooks test and refine recipes with a focus on technique, ingredients, and practical kitchen wisdom. They explore recipe-writing processes, food science, and accessible cooking—from basic techniques to more developed dishes—while delivering engaging, often playful banter. A standout is the clear emphasis on how recipes come together, plus a willingness to experiment and discuss failures as part of achieving reliable results. The show also benefits from a strong dynamic between hosts, appealing to listeners who enjoy deep dives into cooking methods as well as personalities that make the content entertaining and relatable.

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1. Kenji López-Alt
2. Judy Gold
3. Christopher Kimball
4. Paula Rhodes
5. Nigel Poor
6. Earlonne Woods
7. Kelsey McKinney
8. Nagi Mahashi

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