Bold, savory, and elevated! In this step-by-step audio cook-along, Chef Riq (The Blind Chef) demonstrates how to sear tender strips of steak, toss them with sweet onions and crisp peppers, and finish the dish with a luxurious Demi-Glace—a reduction of brown stock and Espagnole that adds rich depth and restaurant-level flavor.

Allergy-friendly: Gluten-free tamari or plant-based demi-glace options make this dish suitable for a wider range of eaters.
Nutrition boost: Lean steak provides protein and iron, peppers add vitamin C and antioxidants, and the demi-glace ties it all together with flavor and finesse.
Tactile tips: Learn how to feel steak doneness by touch, listen for peppers as they sizzle and soften, and recognize when your sauce has reduced to silky perfection.

This dish is comfort food with a fine-dining twist—proof that Cooking Without Limits means flavor and confidence in every bite.

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Join Chef Riq, The Blind Chef, for a full cook-along of Demi-Glace, the velvety, concentrated sauce that defines fine dining. Step by step, you’ll learn how to combine Espagnole and rich stock, listen for the gentle simmer, and use touch to know when the sauce has reduced by half.

With dairy-free, gluten-free modifications and health insights into nutrient-rich stocks, this episode turns a classic French master sauce into something approachable at home. Demi-Glace becomes more than a sauce—it’s the key to bold gravies, pan sauces, and elegant entrées.

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Take a sneak peek at Demi-Glace—the luxurious reduction that transforms Brown Sauce and stock into pure culinary magic. In this preview, Chef Riq, The Blind Chef, introduces the essence of slow simmering, reduction, and tactile cues that help you feel the sauce change as it thickens. Allergy-friendly swaps and modern tips make this classic accessible for every cook.

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A true brunch classic made blind-friendly! In this step-by-step audio cook-along, Chef Riq (The Blind Chef) shows you how to build the perfect Eggs Benedict: toasted English muffins, savory Canadian bacon, silky poached eggs, and a luscious drizzle of golden Hollandaise sauce—one of the French mother sauces.

Allergy-friendly: Dairy-free butter and plant-based swaps make this version safe for sensitive eaters.
Nutrition boost: Protein-rich eggs, vitamin-packed spinach or tomato for Florentine and American-style variations, and Hollandaise that highlights the power of lemon and egg yolks.
Tactile tips: Learn how to feel for perfectly poached eggs, recognize muffin toastiness by touch and smell, and whisk Hollandaise until smooth and creamy.

Elegant, rich, and unforgettable—this dish brings restaurant-style brunch right to your kitchen, proving that Cooking Without Limits is always on the menu.

In this full cook-along, Chef Riq, The Blind Chef, breaks down Hollandaise—the rich, velvety sauce known for topping Eggs Benedict and asparagus. You’ll learn how to whisk yolks with confidence, feel the sauce thicken through tactile cues, and balance it with the perfect hit of lemon.

With dairy-free butter options, health benefits like protein-packed eggs and antioxidant-rich lemon, and built-in accessibility, this episode turns a sauce many find intimidating into one anyone can master.

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Get a quick taste of Hollandaise—the golden, buttery Mother Sauce that elevates eggs, vegetables, and fish. In this preview, Chef Riq, The Blind Chef, introduces the basics of whisking egg yolks, butter, and lemon juice, using tactile cues and offering allergy-friendly swaps. Smooth, bright, and unforgettable flavor made accessible for every cook.

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Slow-cooked comfort with bold Spanish flavor! In this step-by-step audio cook-along, Chef Riq (The Blind Chef) guides you through searing meaty oxtails, layering onions, peppers, garlic, and spices, then braising them low and slow in a rich Tomato-Based Sauce until tender enough to fall off the bone.

Allergy-friendly: Naturally dairy-free and gluten-free.
Nutrition boost: Oxtail provides collagen and protein for joint and gut health, while tomatoes and peppers deliver antioxidants and vitamin C.
Tactile tips: Learn how to feel when the oxtail is seared just right, listen for the gentle simmer of the braise, and recognize the sauce thickening by spoon and texture.

This dish is rustic, soulful, and elegant—proof that blind-friendly cooking can celebrate both tradition and technique.

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In this full cook-along, Chef Riq, The Blind Chef, guides you step by step through crafting the perfect Tomato Sauce. From gently sautéed onions and garlic to the simmering tomatoes and fresh basil, every cue—sound, touch, and aroma—is explained so you can cook with confidence.

With dairy-free, allergy-friendly swaps and notes on health benefits like lycopene-rich tomatoes, this sauce is as nourishing as it is flavorful. Discover how to layer flavor, balance acidity, and adapt this mother sauce for pasta, pizza, or baked classics like Eggplant Rollatini.

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