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kitchen curious with vivian howard

Vivian explores fat's misunderstood role in the kitchen, from saved bacon grease to salad toast with olive oil. At the grocery store with Christine, she breaks down cooking oils, storage tips and fat myths. In California, a visit to Corto reveals what makes great olive oil and how olives compare to other crops amid climate change. Back home, Vivian fries fish in peanut oil with a bold mayo smear.

Duration: 26 minutes and 46 seconds

Episode Number: 103

About Kitchen Curious with Vivian Howard:

KITCHEN CURIOUS WITH VIVIAN HOWARD tackles the everyday questions home cooks face in the kitchen and the bigger ideas behind them.

Guided by chef, mom and storyteller Vivian Howard, the series explores topics such as why cast iron is still king, how pasta can save the planet and why the freezer might be the unsung hero of one's home.

From the comforting resilience of root vegetables to the health power of beans and rice, KITCHEN CURIOUS WITH VIVIAN HOWARD invites viewers to rethink what they cook, why it matters, and how a little knowledge and a lot of joy can transform everyday meals.


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Future Broadcast times for "Kitchen Curious with Vivian Howard": (show all)

Wed, Nov 5 9:30 A.M. Rooted Vegetables     NH Explore (11.2)
Sat, Nov 8 11:00 A.M. Pickles     NHPBS (11.1)
Wed, Nov 12 9:30 A.M. Pickles     NH Explore (11.2)
Sat, Nov 15 11:00 A.M. Fruit with More to Give     NHPBS (11.1)
Wed, Nov 19 9:30 A.M. Fruit with More to Give     NH Explore (11.2)
Wed, Nov 26 9:30 A.M. Beans & Rice     NH Explore (11.2)
Wed, Dec 3 9:30 A.M. Freezer     NH Explore (11.2)


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