The Dinner Plan

Whether you're a time-strapped professional, an empty nester, feeding a big household, or just making sure that you actually eat something day after day, figuring out what’s for dinner can be exhausting. With The Dinner Plan, you'll start every week with fresh cooking inspiration, thanks to Maggie Hoffman and a roster of seasoned cooking experts. To get the recipes and cookbook recommendations, <a href="https://thedinnerplan.substack.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">subscribe to The Dinner Plan on Substack for free</a>.<br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Prep-Ahead Thanksgiving and More With Dan Souza

This week, Maggie talks with Dan Souza of America's Test Kitchen about how to really prep ahead for Thanksgiving—and what he'll make for dinner before the holiday hits. Grab all of Dan's recipe and cookbook recommendations free at The Dinner Plan on Substack, including the full recipe for his crowd-favorite cauliflower soup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

11-18
47:03

Cold-Brewed Dashi and More With Sonoko Sakai

On this week's episode of The Dinner Plan, host Maggie Hoffman chats with Sonoko Sakai, the LA-based culinary instructor and author of Wafu Cooking. Sonoko shares why she always has broth in the fridge—and the many ways she puts a jar of yuzu kosho to work, plus a few cookbooks that she loves most. Head to The Dinner Plan on Substack to get Sonoko's Udon al Yuzu Kosho recipe, free. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

11-15
46:10

Quick Dinner Favorites With Nagi Maehashi of RecipeTin Eats

On this week's episode of The Dinner Plan, host Maggie Hoffman chats with Nagi Maehashi of RecipeTin Eats, author of the new cookbook, Delicious Tonight. Nagi has a knack for transforming elaborate meals into speedy weeknight dinners. Find out why Nagi doesn’t have an air fryer in her kitchen, the ingredient she considers “a highway to flavor,” and the hidden gem recipe in this book that you absolutely shouldn’t miss. For full recipes and cookbook recommendations, subscribe to The Dinner Plan's free newsletter on Substack. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

11-08
50:30

Crispy, Gooey, Cheesy Bread Dumplings With Luisa Weiss

On this episode of The Dinner Plan, Luisa Weiss, author of Classic German Cooking, shares favorite German recipes and thoughts on how cookbooks can help when you're struggling to feel inspired. Get Luisa's cookbook recommendations—plus her recipe for cheesy bread dumplings—at The Dinner Plan's Free Substack. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

11-01
52:33

What NYT Cooking’s editor in chief actually makes for dinner

NYT Food & Cooking editor in chief Emily Weinstein chats with The Dinner Plan host Maggie Hoffman about how recipes come to life in The New York Times, why she prefers a galley kitchen, and the dinners she keeps in her frequent rotation. Get the recipes, cookbook recs, and more at The Dinner Plan's free Substack.Thanks to this show's sponsors, Freestyle Snacks and Bjorn Qorn. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

10-25
50:11

Cozy recipes (mostly plants) from Justine Doiron

In this episode of The Dinner Plan, host Maggie Hoffman talks with TikTok star Justine Doiron about her new cookbook, Justine Cooks, the soup she loves eating for breakfast, her favorite comforting dinners, and why you should never hesitate to re-organize your kitchen. Get Justine's favorite vegetable-forward dinner recipes—and a few of her cookbook and creator recommendations—at The Dinner Plan substack, free.Thanks to this episode's sponsors, Freestyle Snacks and Bjorn Qorn. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

10-18
51:13

Learning Plant-Based Cooking With Joe Yonan

The Dinner Plan host Maggie Hoffman chats with Joe Yonan, author of Mastering the Art of Plant-Based Cooking and longtime food and dining editor of the Washington Post. Joe shares what's in his fridge right now, how he dials down the dinner pressure, and how this impressive vegetarian cookbook came together. For exclusive recipes, Joe's recommended cookbooks, and show notes, get the The Dinner Plan free Substack here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

10-11
01:03:31

Margaret Eby Won't Judge You for Making Rice in a Mug

You Gotta Eat by Margaret Eby helps you feed yourself despite burnout, depression, or anxiety—or just times when life feels overwhelming. But it's not a bummer; Eby's cooking expertise and sense of humor shine through on every page. In this interview, she talks with The Dinner Plan host Maggie Hoffman about radically simple dinner ideas, the cookbooks that inspire her in the kitchen, and what she's looking forward to cooking this fall. Get further show notes, exclusive recipes, and all the book recommendations on The Dinner Plan's free newsletter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

10-04
48:15

Caroline Chambers, the Queen of Easy Weeknight Dinners

Top food Substack writer Caroline Chambers, the author of What to Cook When You Don't Feel Like Cooking, chats with The Dinner Plan host Maggie Hoffman about the easy recipes she makes over and over, her favorite ways to make salad more fun, and what she'd make with that cabbage in your fridge right now. Get the recipes mentioned in this show on The Dinner Plan's free newsletter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

09-27
49:07

The Flavor-Packed Sauce Betty Liu Puts on Every Vegetable

Betty Liu is the author of My Shanghai and The Chinese Way—and a busy surgical resident. In this conversation with The Dinner Plan host Maggie Hoffman, Liu shares go-to easy dinners for busy weeknights, a super-flavorful sauce that enlivens any vegetable, and the cookbooks she turns to for inspiration. Get the recipes and more on The Dinner Plan free Substack. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

09-27
38:06

Introducing The Dinner Plan

On this food podcast from longtime cooking editor Maggie Hoffman, you'll get access to best-selling cookbook authors and experts in a wide range of cuisines, all offering inspiration for this week's dinners. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

09-18
01:27

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