Join the ladies’ chat about waking up their gardens and keeping out critters. Spoiler alert: somebody got a tractor.

Join in the conversation while Chris teaches Brooke about all her current favorite things to do with lemons. Be ready to learn a lot… from making them last longer to making the most of every part before you compost what’s left.

In this Just Take Five, join Chris and Brooke still waiting for March to go out like a lamb… or out at all. They’re appreciating some of the things this time of year brings, even while so much is waiting on the other end.

Ever reach into your freezer for one thing and find something you forgot was there? It can be a wonderful surprise in the doldrums of winter when you happen upon something left over from the holidays or something summery that you tucked away during the warmer months. Chris and Brooke show some love to the freezer in this Just Take Five… and, by the way, the tool whose name they couldn’t remember is a food mill.

In this Just Take 5, Chris takes us on a quick walkthrough of an easy comfort food for her least favorite month.

When visiting Panzano in the Chianti region of Italy, Chris spent an afternoon with Elisabeta and Francesco making pizza and talking tomatoes, mozzarella, and peperoni. Join in for the highlights in this Just Take 5.

Nothing beats the mid-winter doldrums like experimenting with new recipes. There’s the research, the grocery shopping, the anticipation … and the excitement when (if) it turns out well. Join Brooke and Bill on a cold January afternoon while they make cheese for the first time. This episode is a little longer than 5 minutes, but it was too much fun to cut short!

Chris and Brooke are back with more Just Take Five from Just Simply… Cuisine. We’re trying some new things, dusting off some classic favorites, and having some adventures. Join us for a few minutes when the mood strikes, get inspired, and meet some of our favorite cooking companions. Enjoy!