In this episode, we're getting a little corny and taking a closer look at sweet corn—a seasonal staple with a strong presence in summer meals and memories. From its agricultural roots to its place in regional dishes, sweet corn offers more than just flavor.

We’ll explore how it’s been prepared, shared, and celebrated across time, and why it continues to be a highlight of the summer table.

See show notes at www.pasingtheplate.org/64

Resources
Keep the learning and exploration going by visiting these websites and resources mentioned in the episode:

• Visit Storied.com and use code PLATE to save 20% off your first StoriedBook and create something your family will treasure forever.
• Freekeh
• Sous Vide Double Cut Pork Chops with Raw Summer Corn & Tomato Salad
• Bluecoast’s Raw Tuna with Pickled Peach & Corn Relish
• Libby App
• Grilled Corn + Cheddar Quinoa from How Sweet Eats
• Slow Cooker Corn Pudding – Reddit
• Corn zipper/prep peeler tool
• Collapsible popcorn popper

Thanks for tuning in to the Passing the Plate podcast! Ready to dig deeper into your kitchen adventures? Make sure to visit:

• Check out the Passing the Plate website.
• Check out our webinar and ebook on our Resource page.
• Ashley at Big Flavors from a Tiny Kitchen: Get inspired by delicious recipes and start cooking delicious food at home no matter your skill level.
• Lisa at Are You My Cousin?: Learn how to find your ancestors, grow your family tree and uncover fascinating family histories and stories that connect us through food.

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Ever wonder how poundcake got its name? Or what makes shortcake, well, short? In this episode, we're taking a close look at the origins of two dessert staples: poundcake and shortcake.

Explore old-world baking traditions to their modern-day variations, and get the stories, ingredients, and cultural moments that helped shape these treats into the classics we know today.

History buff, baking enthusiast, or just someone with a sweet tooth? We've got plenty for you to chew on! See show notes at www.passingtheplate.org/63

Resources

Learn more about pound cakes and shortbread with these websites and links mentioned in the episode:

• Visit Storied.com and use code PLATE to save 20% off your first StoriedBook and create something your family will treasure forever.
• Copycat Starbucks Lemon Loaf Recipe ​​
• The Delicious History of Strawberry Shortcake
• How Strawberry Shortcake Has Evolved Over the Years
• The Legend of Sleepy Hollow: The Original 1820 Edition
• Dessert shells
• Strawberry pastry filling
• Tolon’s Strawberry Basil Shortcake
• Biscuit Strawberry Shortcake
• 2-Ingredient Biscuits
• More biscuit recipes from Cynthia at But First We Brunch
• White Lily self-rising flour

Thanks for tuning in to the Passing the Plate podcast! Ready to dig deeper into your kitchen adventures? Make sure to visit:

• Check out the Passing the Plate website.
• Check out our webinar and ebook on our Resource page.
• Ashley at Big Flavors from a Tiny Kitchen: Get inspired by delicious recipes and start cooking delicious food at home no matter your skill level.
• Lisa at Are You My Cousin?: Learn how to find your ancestors, grow your family tree and uncover fascinating family histories and stories that connect us through food.

Stay hungry for knowledge, keep the stories simmering, and join us again for our next delicious episode!

Two herbs with rich histories that continue to enhance our cooking today. Mint was used medicinally by ancient Egyptians and Romans, while basil traveled from India to become essential in Mediterranean cuisine.

This episode connects ancient herbal wisdom with their culinary applications throughout history.

**This episode of is sponsored by StoriedBook Recipes from Storied. Visit storied.com/plate or use code PLATE to save 20% off your first StoriedBook and create something your family will treasure forever.

Keep the learning going with these websites and resources.

• The History Of The Mint Plant
• The Cool, Refreshing History of Mint – Tablet Magazine
• Sahara Collapsible Dehydrator
• Mast-o-Khiar with Walnuts and Raisins
• Vietnamese Fresh Spring Rolls with Shrimp + Peanut Sauce
• Skillet Lasagna with Lamb, Ricotta, + Mint
• Middle Eastern Fattoush Salad with Homemade Pita Chips
• Blueberry and Feta Bulgur Salad with Mint Dressing
• Peanut Noodles with Roasted Pork Tenderloin + Honeyed Oranges
• Fresh Mint Tea
• Arabic Tea with Fresh Mint
• The History of Basil
• Balsamic Roasted Tomato Caprese Pasta Salad
• Pasta Salad Skewers with Creamy Balsamic Vinaigrette
• Tolon’s Strawberry Basil Shortcake
• Antipasto Bloody Mary
• Zoodle Frittata

See show notes at www.passingtheplate.org/62.

Thanks for tuning in to the Passing the Plate podcast! Ready to dig deeper into your kitchen adventures? Make sure to visit:

• Check out the Passing the Plate website.
• Check out our webinar and ebook on our Resource page.
• Ashley at Big Flavors from a Tiny Kitchen: Get inspired by delicious recipes and start cooking delicious food at home no matter your skill level.
• Lisa at Are You My Cousin?: Learn how to find your ancestors, grow your family tree and uncover fascinating family histories and stories that connect us through food.

Stay hungry for knowledge, keep the stories simmering, and join us again for our next delicious episode!