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Okayest Cook
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Welcome to Okayest Cook, where the love for food and the joy of sharing a meal brings us together. Join our community of like-minded individuals on a culinary adventure, exploring new dishes, preserving traditions, and embracing the hunter-gatherer mindset.
Discover the joy of commensality, connecting with others through shared meals, whether in person or across space and time. At Okayest Cook, we believe in the power of education, committing to learning and sharing knowledge about hunting, gardening, foraging, processing, and preserving.
Fuel your passion for nutrition and fitness with our podcast.
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Hands on Venison Butchering
Dec 601:19:25Tap to summarizeMastering Deer Butchery: A Hands-On GuideIn this episode of the Okayest Cook Podcast, host Chris Whonsetler is joined by Andy Heiser for an in-depth, hands-on breakdown of butchering a deer. The duo discusses the various cuts from the rear hindquarter and front shoulder, offers tips and tricks for meat preparation, and emphasizes the importance of understanding where your food comes from. Chris and Andy also share notable meal experiences and discuss different recipes and cooking techniques for venison. They cover essential equipment, safety tips, and the importance of properly trimming and cleaning meat for optimal flavor and quality. This episode serves as a comprehensive guide for hunters and home cooks looking to maximize their yield and culinary experience from hunting. Mentioned in Episode: - Meat Eater Cookbook: https://store.themeateater.com/products/the-meateater-fish-and-game-cookbook?variant=42137336283234 - Yeti Bowl Affiliate Link: https://yetius.pxf.io/o42nme- Anova Vac Sealer Affiliate Link: https://alnk.to/3njQBc7 - MEAT! Grinder Affiliate Link: https://alnk.to/eZJRl43 - Outdoor Edge 20% off Code: OKC20- Blade Roast Highlight Reel: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DRrsb3ogALU/?igsh=ZTJuMXB3YWE1cWVo - Jeremiah Doughty: https://www.instagram.com/fromfieldtoplate - Browning Meat Wrong: https://open.spotify.com/episode/51vndcELPel7myHCioU2WQ?si=55e663eb1cd4448e Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and Podcast Setup 00:42 Hunting Season Updates 01:10 Breaking Down the Deer 02:37 Notable Meals and Drinks 06:41 Butchering Techniques and Tips 15:49 Tools and Equipment for Butchering 34:22 Packaging and Storing Meat 41:29 Tying the Shank and Cooking Tips 41:50 Pulled Meat Recipe with Shanks 43:09 Using Bones for Dogs and Stock 44:27 Processing the Front Shoulder 47:34 Cleaning and Preparing Meat for Grinding 50:07 Maximizing Meat Yield and Storage Tips 01:07:48 Final Thoughts and Conclusion ~ Support Okayest Cook by grabbing some of our new merch! https://shop-okayestcook.square.site/Shopping with our favorite brand via affiliate links is also a huge help ~ Anova: We love their Precision Cooker 3.0 & vac sealers - https://bit.ly/3WT36ZR MEAT!: Powerful meat grinders - https://bit.ly/4ho5a4r Hedley & Bennett: Quality Aprons - https://hedley-and-bennett.sjv.io/EEzBq2 Yeti: The king of coolers - https://yetius.pxf.io/a1NJXq Lodge: Cast Iron cooking - https://lodgecastiron.pxf.io/zxe7dr ~More at https://OkayestCook.com Sign up for our Second Helpings newsletter: https://OkayestCook.com/subscribe Connect with us on Instagram @Okayest_Cook And facebook.com/AnOkayestCook Video feed on YouTube.com/@OkayestCook Crew: Chris Whonsetler Email: Chris@OkayestCook.com Web: ChrisWhonsetler.com Instagram: @FromFieldToTable & @WhonPhoto Andy Heiser Email: Andy@OkayestCook.com Web: RakeDevelopment.com Instagram: @andheiser
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Exploring Cooking Techniques with Harvesting Nature
Oct 2, 2024Tap to summarizeExploring Cooking Techniques with Harvesting NatureIn this episode of the Okayest Cook Podcast, hosts Chris Whonsetler and Andy Heiser sit down remotely with Justin Townsend and Adam Berkelmans from Harvesting Nature. They dive into an engaging discussion on different cooking techniques. The conversation covers a wide range of topics from the use of cast iron pans versus stainless steel, blow-torching food, butter poaching fish, and various tips for salvaging meals. They highlight the importance of balancing flavors with salt, acid, sugar, and how to add texture to elevate dishes. The episode wraps up with a chat on upcoming Harvesting Nature camps in Texas featuring Hank Shaw.Find more Harvesting Nature: https://harvestingnature.com/https://www.instagram.com/harvestingnature/https://open.spotify.com/show/0CtgwdtP6BXiW0IIRTM6sb?si=dac806beb1ce4f49AI Generated ‘Chapter’00:00 Welcome and Introduction00:16 Hunting Season and Outdoor Edge Knives01:02 Special Guests: Harvesting Nature01:34 Meal of the Week Highlights07:00 Cooking Tips and Techniques13:00 Balancing Flavors: Salt, Acid, Sugar17:57 Choosing the Right Cookware: Cast Iron vs. Stainless Steel27:47 The Versatility of Blowtorches in Cooking33:19 Fire Techniques: Flambeau and More34:24 Bear Fat Oysters: A Controversial Delight35:26 Exploring Flamboyant Dough37:03 Hot Oils and Wild Game39:23 Balancing Textures and Flavors41:31 The Art of Side Dishes48:01 Creative Cooking with Walleye49:40 Butter Poaching: A Game Changer51:14 Weird Foods and Testicle Sausage54:26 Harvesting Nature Camps and Events56:20 Wrapping Up: Final Thoughts and PlugsMore at OkayestCook.comConnect with us on Instagram @Okayest_CookAnd facebook.com/AnOkayestCookVideo feed on YouTube.com/@OkayestCookCrew: Chris WhonsetlerEmail: Chris@OkayestCook.comWeb: ChrisWhonsetler.comInstagram: @FromFieldToTable & @WhonPhotoAndy HeiserEmail: Andy@OkayestCook.comWeb: RakeDevelopment.comInstagram: @andheiser
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Herbs & Spices
Jul 31, 2024Tap to summarizeDeep Dive into Herbs and Spices with The Okayest CookIn this episode of Okayest Cook, hosts Chris Whonsetler, Andy Heiser, and Corey Cole dive deep into the world of herbs and spices. The team begins with a humorous discussion about the etymology of 'herbs' and transitions into a variety of topics including favorite spice blends, the shelf life of spices, and the differences between herbs and spices. They also share personal recipes, such as Chris's basil pesto, and offer tips on making custom spice mixes at home. The episode wraps up with a discussion on global spice blends and how to experiment with different flavors. Throughout, the hosts provide insights on how to store, use, and appreciate the nuances of spices in cooking.Cody Tries Stuff herb ranking video: https://www.instagram.com/reel/C7UmgpFpJy2/?igsh=ZmMzbXU3bGN1Z2ExAI Generated ‘Chapters’00:00 Introduction and Random Banter00:23 Recording and Social Media Mentions01:10 Host Introductions and Missing Member01:42 Skyblast Question: Smell vs. Taste03:54 Discussion on Herbs and Spices04:00 Cooking with Herbs: Duck Sauce04:54 Sweet Corn and Other Notable Meals07:30 Instagram Chefs and Gear Talk08:48 Ranking Herbs and Spices10:22 Gardening and Growing Herbs24:35 Herbs vs. Spices: Definitions and Uses31:35 Exploring Complex Spice Ash32:17 Experimenting with Spice Mixes34:01 The Art of Making Taco Seasoning35:13 Diving into Mushroom Flavors37:22 Creating Custom Spice Mixes43:03 Exploring International Flavors48:01 Shelf Life of Spices52:30 Final Thoughts and TipsMore at OkayestCook.comConnect with us on Instagram @Okayest_CookAnd facebook.com/AnOkayestCookVideo feed on YouTube.com/@OkayestCookCrew: Chris WhonsetlerEmail: Chris@OkayestCook.comWeb: ChrisWhonsetler.comInstagram: @FromFieldToTable & @WhonPhotoAndy HeiserEmail: Andy@OkayestCook.comWeb: RakeDevelopment.comInstagram: @andheiserCorey ColeEmail: Corey@OkayestCook.comWeb: CoreyRCole.comInstagram: @ruggedhunter
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