Cooking Smarter, Not Harder: Simple Tips for Effortless Meals with Jason Goldstein

In this episode of the Helping Family Be Happy podcast, host Adina Oberman welcomes guest Jason Goldstein, a
chiropractor and food blogger, to discuss his new book, "101 Kitchen Secrets". Jason shares his culinary passion,
offering simple hacks to make cooking easier and more enjoyable. They discuss various kitchen hacks, including
sheet pan meal prep and using a lint roller for cleanup. The episode aims to help listeners save time, money, and
effort in the kitchen, while also discussing the topic of making pizza at home and offering insights into dining in
New York City.

Episode Highlights
00:00:09: Idina Oberman introduces the podcast and guest Jason Goldstein, highlighting his culinary blog
and achievements.
00:01:20: Jason expresses gratitude for being on the podcast and introduces his book "101 Kitchen
Secrets".
00:02:33: Idina and Jason discuss how the book offers compact, useful hacks for kitchen efficiency.
00:04:06: Jason shares his viral sheet pan meal prep hack to reduce cleanup effort.
00:05:31: An innovative lint roller hack is shared for quick kitchen crumb cleanup.
00:06:49: Jason advises using a cutting board for charcuterie to save money.
00:07:54: Tips for poaching eggs in a muffin tin for easy group hosting are detailed.
00:08:30: Jason introduces his upside-down pizza hack for creating a crispy crust at home.
00:11:06: Discussion on New York City dining culture, highlighting Bleecker Street Pizza.
00:12:39: Information on where to find Jason Goldstein online and further engage with his content.

Key Takeaways
Smart kitchen hacks can significantly streamline meal preparation and cleanup.
Using common household items, like a lint roller, can effectively address kitchen challenges.
Efficient strategies for entertaining can reduce stress and enhance hosting experiences.
Embracing innovative cooking techniques, such as upside-down pizza, can improve home-cooked results.

Sharable Quotes
"It's the dishes that roadblock me from cooking, not the actual cooking process!"
"Use a lint roller in the kitchen to pick up crumbs effortlessly."
"Upside-down pizza is the secret to a perfectly crispy crust at home."
"Make your kitchen time easier and happier with smart, simple hacks."

Show Notes by Barevalue.