Leftovers Salad Recipe from Jacques Pépin | Cooking at Home | KQED

Поділитися
Вставка
  • Опубліковано 16 кві 2024
  • If you know Jacques Pépin, you know that he is a big fan of conserving food. This video for his famous fridge leftovers salad is the perfect example of how he is able to use even the most bedraggled vegetable from the recesses of his refrigerator through trimming, soaking, peeling and other methods. This episode is more inspiration than a step-by-step recipe, use it to bring new life to old veggies in your own kitchen.
    What you'll need:
    Leftover produce from your fridge! Jacques uses: bread, green onion, zucchini, radishes, mushroom (of course), onion, tomato, cilantro, olive oil, red wine vinegar
    Jacques Pépin Cooking At Home: Fridge Salad
    Subscribe to watch a new Jacques Pépin video every week:
    ua-cam.com/users/kqed?sub_conf....
    #jacquespepin​​​​​​​ #leftovers #salad #recipes #kqed
    About Jacques Pépin Cooking At Home:
    Jacques Pépin Cooking At Home features short recipe videos that transform readily-available ingredients into exciting new dishes, perfect for newly-anointed home cooks and seasoned chefs alike. Presented by the Jacques Pépin Foundation, an organization dedicated to enriching lives and strengthening communities through the power of culinary education. jp.foundation/​​​
    Watch KQED's new food history series: • Beyond the Menu | KQED...
  • Навчання та стиль

КОМЕНТАРІ • 104

  • @kqed
    @kqed  Місяць тому +25

    We heard one of you talking about this recipe in the comments last week, so here it is. Enjoy!

    • @giacomoboganini7823
      @giacomoboganini7823 Місяць тому +3

      More or less it is the italian "panzanella"

    • @kqed
      @kqed  Місяць тому +4

      @@giacomoboganini7823 You're right, it's pretty close.

    • @dee_dee_place
      @dee_dee_place Місяць тому +3

      Has Chef Pépin ever done a video on how to clean leeks when you want to cut them into complete circles/rounds? I only know how to clean them by cutting them straight down the middle & separating the leaves. Thanks.

    • @fredmcgough748
      @fredmcgough748 Місяць тому +1

      Waste not, want not! You make everything look tasty Jacques.

    • @kqed
      @kqed  Місяць тому

      @@dee_dee_place We'll ask and report back.

  • @hoosierflatty6435
    @hoosierflatty6435 Місяць тому +64

    I've said this before, but would like to reiterate that my inner monologue has a thick French accent now when I'm making food. lol

    • @kqed
      @kqed  Місяць тому +8

      Same. 😅

    • @hoosierflatty6435
      @hoosierflatty6435 Місяць тому +1

      @@kqed Awesome! Jacques is such a great man.

    • @joannaedwards6325
      @joannaedwards6325 Місяць тому +3

      Same here.I even throw in a few
      "AND HERE WE ARE"
      and "That's perfectly fine".
      Chef J.P. has taught me to relax in my kitchen and occasionally enjoy a glass of wine while cooking.
      I love him so❤❤❤

    • @hoosierflatty6435
      @hoosierflatty6435 Місяць тому +2

      @@joannaedwards6325 Yes indeed. His demeanor is a top notch example of how to go about things.

    • @joannaedwards6325
      @joannaedwards6325 Місяць тому +1

      @@hoosierflatty6435
      Yes indeed. I used to be nervous/hurried and stuff would fall to the floor. So NOT the way to cook.😊

  • @douglasliebig5625
    @douglasliebig5625 Місяць тому +27

    The more I learn about Mr. Pépin's life and watch his cooking at home videos the more I appreciate everything he stands for and what a valuable member of the cooking community. He is awesome!

  • @agehachou1121
    @agehachou1121 Місяць тому +19

    Chef Pepin's home cooking and soothing voice is what we need in a dark time of uncertainty. Thank you to KQED for continuing the Cooking at Home series!

    • @kqed
      @kqed  Місяць тому +2

      Thank you for watching!

  • @beegee22
    @beegee22 Місяць тому +12

    Such high respect for food from him! He isn't one of those egomaniac chefs who will throw out a perfectly good plate of food in a tantrum because it isn't "perfect" or up to standards. One can say grace over any meal - indeed over every meal. He took a bunch of wilted vegetables, made the wilt go away and crafted a very nice dish. This is mastery! 👏👏❤❤

  • @TheOfficialCaseMade
    @TheOfficialCaseMade Місяць тому +5

    Other chefs: "For this recipe, you MUST use heirloom tomatoes, olive oil from a remote village in Italy that was hand pressed this morning, and A5 Wagyu encrusted with gold flakes, with a first edition holographic Charizard for a napkin."
    Chef Pepin: "Alright, lets make a 5 star meal out of some leftovers and a mushroom I found in the fridge. If you don't have mushrooms, that's fine".
    That's the difference between a sea of fake chefs and a true master; they teach you what to cook, Chef Jacques teaches you HOW to cook.

  • @duncanfrere2656
    @duncanfrere2656 Місяць тому +38

    I try to follow Jacque's ethos: Use everything!! He's the master!

  • @googleuser9170
    @googleuser9170 Місяць тому +18

    I've been watching and learning from chef Pepin for 30 years or more. Back in the days when there were actually cooking shows on TV instead of the silly game shows disguised as cooking shows they produce now, you could learn so much from pros like chef Pepin. He's truly a treasure in the world of cooking and I appreciate he still is willing to impart his knowledge. Happy cooking chef.

  • @JamesJoyce12
    @JamesJoyce12 27 днів тому +1

    Who'd a thunk that a Frenchman could become a king of America? Well done Jacques. Honi soit qui mal y pense.

  • @purplequeen1727
    @purplequeen1727 Місяць тому +3

    I watch Chef Pepin every night. He is a treasure! ❤

  • @EasyCookingWithLindaB
    @EasyCookingWithLindaB Місяць тому +4

    Chef, you have amazing knife skills!! I will never through away any questionable produce from my refrigerator again…now after learning from you I can make an awesome looking salad like yours!! ❤️🥰

  • @sheltiepeas
    @sheltiepeas Місяць тому +4

    I feel bad throwing out old bread. Thank you for this idea! 😊

  • @joekennedy2599
    @joekennedy2599 Місяць тому +2

    How nice to hear Jacques voice. I trust he is well.

  • @rachelwitt8675
    @rachelwitt8675 Місяць тому +12

    Once again, Chef, I find myself grateful to learn from you. Thank you for teaching us all!

  • @dee_dee_place
    @dee_dee_place Місяць тому +7

    I do exactly the same thing. My Parents grew up during the Depression so they taught us kids, that throwing out food was a sin.
    When making a salad, I usually add other stuff I always have on hand like beets, carrots, peppers, chopped almonds, cheese, & any cooked proteins I have as leftovers, & whatever aging fruit I have in the fridge, eg: oranges or peaches. I've never tried the bread trick. I usually make French Toast with stale bread. Thanks for the tip, Chef Pépin.
    I always thought I was crazy for peeling the outer layer of fresh mushrooms. It's nice to see that Chef Pépin does the same thing.
    This video showcases the reason I love Chef Pépin & think he is the world's best chef. He makes glorious meals out of just about anything. And the fact he mentions substitutes for items that he has on hand but we may not, is just fantastic. Thanks for all your cooking tips, Chef Pépin. I really appreciate them especially because I could barely boil water before watching your TV shows.

  • @debgersh5555
    @debgersh5555 Місяць тому +6

    The fridge soup and salad! I’ve heard him say that over the years and have adopted it every time I clean out my fridge😂

  • @chocolocojames213
    @chocolocojames213 Місяць тому +9

    Why am I always watching Jaques before sleep? 😅😅😅

    • @kqed
      @kqed  Місяць тому +8

      The most soothing sound. Better than any meditation app.

    • @Jess-hg7ii
      @Jess-hg7ii Місяць тому +1

      I honestly used to use his longer videos as a sleep aid. But with the ads that UA-cam has been adding, that doesn't work anymore.

    • @agehachou1121
      @agehachou1121 Місяць тому +2

      I played all of Chef Pepin's PBS cooking shows in the background during the 2020 lookdowns. Soothing and practical!

  • @paulrasmussen3858
    @paulrasmussen3858 Місяць тому +1

    I wish you well Jacques..been a fan for 36 years.....

  • @Donaldopato
    @Donaldopato Місяць тому +11

    Brilliant. An elegant salad from stuff most would discard. Still my chef god! 🎉

  • @Aquablecs
    @Aquablecs Місяць тому +3

    I hope to one day be like this man, what an icon and great example for us all

  • @richardmacyczko1580
    @richardmacyczko1580 Місяць тому +1

    We did not have much money growing up and my Mother was 100% Italian. And just like any ethic cook, Like Jacques Pépin, sometimes you just open the refrigerator and whip something up. It's usually a new classic. Merci.

  • @pauloamw
    @pauloamw Місяць тому +3

    Everyone should get this kind of education.

  • @fondofpeace
    @fondofpeace Місяць тому +2

    With that smile at the end, you know he’s served a salad like this at a dinner party once or twice… probly got raving reviews for it too…😂

  • @wendyhutchins945
    @wendyhutchins945 Місяць тому +4

    I love Jacques Pepin. 💕

  • @L.Spencer
    @L.Spencer Місяць тому +3

    I'll have to try this, instead of throwing things away. It looks delicious!

  • @simont.b.2660
    @simont.b.2660 Місяць тому +2

    Merci M. Pépin !

  • @joannaedwards6325
    @joannaedwards6325 Місяць тому +4

    I sometimes can't make the trip to the market and eat this way. Amazing how, if inventive, how little it can take to make a meal....if you're desperate enough😅

    • @kqed
      @kqed  Місяць тому +2

      We've all been there!

  • @HenryTaiwan
    @HenryTaiwan Місяць тому +2

    Reminds me a bit of Fattoush, which is a Lebanese bread salad with greens, radishes, tomatoes, cucumbers and so on. In this case Jacques uses baguette instead of pita bread.

  • @ursulathomas113
    @ursulathomas113 Місяць тому +2

    It is a sin to throw out food I was told a long time ago. ❤ what you are concocting.

  • @dallasfamily3
    @dallasfamily3 Місяць тому +1

    Your recipes are so helpful for week night after work.

  • @Idontwantachannel67
    @Idontwantachannel67 Місяць тому +1

    Love you Jacques and your great advice

  • @williampalchak7574
    @williampalchak7574 Місяць тому +3

    You learn to do a lot with a little when you grow up without much.

  • @F1Supremo1
    @F1Supremo1 Місяць тому +2

    Awesome....no matter what he does....brings back good memories of years past...

  • @generic53
    @generic53 Місяць тому +4

    G.O.A.T.

  • @lizzi437
    @lizzi437 Місяць тому +2

    I plan on trying this when I clean out the fridge this weekend. I look forward to seeing how different it will look!

  • @LazyLifeIFreak
    @LazyLifeIFreak Місяць тому +2

    I have done this so many times, long before I even heard about Jacques Pepin.

    • @kqed
      @kqed  Місяць тому +4

      Other chefs will tell you to discard things like stems. Meanwhile, Jacques will transform them into a soup or sauce every time.

  • @carolinetiller4813
    @carolinetiller4813 Місяць тому +4

    Thank you; great idea for those small leftover pieces

  • @alelira054
    @alelira054 Місяць тому +2

    Thank you chef! I love these videos ❤

  • @readytogo3186
    @readytogo3186 Місяць тому +3

    Looks good!

  • @michelleharkness7549
    @michelleharkness7549 Місяць тому

    For the record- wishing both you and yours ( Storey especially) a nice 😊 day: again: wishing everyone a nice 😊 day ( USA 🇺🇸)

  • @barbaraann8472
    @barbaraann8472 Місяць тому +3

    Couldn't love him more❤❤

  • @recondoc65
    @recondoc65 Місяць тому +1

    I would ALWAYS chose to eat any leftover cooking that was prepared by Mr. Pèpin than a meal from a Michelin restaurant.

  • @relayernj
    @relayernj Місяць тому +1

    These Pepin videos give me such peace of mind. Thank you so much for providing this content.

    • @kqed
      @kqed  Місяць тому

      Thank you for watching!

  • @Vbluevital
    @Vbluevital Місяць тому +1

    Looks Delicious Love your tasteful rooster plate too. TY

    • @kqed
      @kqed  Місяць тому +1

      🐓

  • @mark-ib7sz
    @mark-ib7sz Місяць тому +3

    Thank you Chef !!

  • @Starfish56
    @Starfish56 Місяць тому +3

    Great idea. Your the best. Thanks.

  • @GeordiLaForgery
    @GeordiLaForgery Місяць тому +1

    Thanks Jacques!

  • @susanbrennan5511
    @susanbrennan5511 Місяць тому

    Amazing!

  • @diegofernandesgomes651
    @diegofernandesgomes651 Місяць тому

    Poxa deu muita fome.😮

  • @bacchuslax7967
    @bacchuslax7967 Місяць тому

    I’ll have you know I use the same sponges. Feeling very Michelin starlike after seeing that

  • @salvadorhernandez3703
    @salvadorhernandez3703 Місяць тому +1

    😮👍👏👏👏👏

  • @carstenandersen887
    @carstenandersen887 Місяць тому

    Looks great!
    Are there some leftover vegetables one should avoid using together in a salad, tastewise?

  • @las97531
    @las97531 Місяць тому +1

    👍

  • @danielfox3003
    @danielfox3003 Місяць тому +2

    He’s awesome but my fridge salad would be pretty nasty… unless you like grape jelly and onions.

  • @user-bz3vv5uy8h
    @user-bz3vv5uy8h Місяць тому +1

    chefs Jaques Pepin cooking go to his recipes

  • @robertdoback4553
    @robertdoback4553 Місяць тому

    A true national treasure.

  • @markvincent5241
    @markvincent5241 Місяць тому

    I thought it was David Soul, uncanny.

  • @johnlord8337
    @johnlord8337 Місяць тому +1

    mother called them "gotta go-es" Eat them - or they get tossed ...

  • @jonnynevada8915
    @jonnynevada8915 24 дні тому

    Personally ,, I would have added some vinegar with the oil ,, Im just say’n 🤷‍♂️

  • @thewefactor1
    @thewefactor1 Місяць тому +2

    Unfortunately, many of those human beings going hungry or starving are in this position by man-made effects and that are driven by irrational belief systems. However, there always seem to be chefs nearby to do what is necessary for humanity within their own might.

    • @kqed
      @kqed  Місяць тому +1

      They always seem to be helping on the front lines when there is a crisis.

  • @SailfishSoundSystem
    @SailfishSoundSystem Місяць тому

    Waste not, want not.

  • @jcompton3947
    @jcompton3947 22 дні тому +1

    I enjoyed this video but it would have been better had the host not had that speech impediment. He seems like a lovely guy but I'm not sure that he should be presenting with his speech difficulties. Love from Canada

  • @roncaruso931
    @roncaruso931 Місяць тому +7

    With Joe Biden inflation, i dont have much in my refrigerator.

    • @Vbluevital
      @Vbluevital Місяць тому

      Joe Biden gave you tax breaks and stimulus checks while Trump gave billionaires and large corporation a 4.4 trillion tax cut. Biden has done many good things lowering drug cost, putting more people to work than ever before, keeping healthcare, Medicare, social security Medicaid that trump vows to get rid of....

    • @Vbluevital
      @Vbluevital Місяць тому +2

      Factually inflation is very low.

    • @roncaruso931
      @roncaruso931 Місяць тому

      @Vbluevital Really? Your watching too much of CNN and MSNBC. Electricity up 29%. Gasoline up 48%. Milk up 14%. Natural gas up 27% Chicken up 24% Transport up 32% Airfare up 32% Eggs up 49% Used cars up 21% All since feeble Joe and his incompetent administration took power. Listen to real economists like Steve Moore and Steve Forbes. No more politics. This channel is about a great chef.

    • @q.taylor2921
      @q.taylor2921 Місяць тому

      If you’re going to blame Biden for a global recession then I will too for the 3$ potato I bought here in Toronto last week! Bad Biden!! Trump would make everything affordable again!! 😉😋🫢🤮

    • @roncaruso931
      @roncaruso931 Місяць тому +1

      @@q.taylor2921 You got that right. When Trump left office, inflation was low. Trump 2024. F this global inflation.

  • @joewojcik258
    @joewojcik258 Місяць тому

    I like salad, but I'll leave this one for the diehard salad lovers!!!😂😂

    • @kqed
      @kqed  Місяць тому

      Fair enough.