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The Key Ingredient with Sheri Castle

SEASON 3 PREMIERES 10/3 ON PBS NC

Watch The Key Ingredient with Sheri Castle on PBS

A PBS NC Original Production

In each episode, Sheri Castle features one local ingredient, tracing its journey from source to kitchen. The renowned food writer and cooking teacher will introduce us to local farmers, growers, fisherman and chefs and share approachable home cooking recipes and tips. Join Sheri & friends to learn the stories behind some of North Carolina's most beloved ingredients.

Watch The Key Ingredient with Sheri Castle, premiering Thursday, 10/3, 8 PM on PBS NC, online and on the PBS app. Find additional airtimes across PBS NC & the North Carolina Channel on our TV Schedules page.

The Key Ingredient with Sheri Castle Season Premiere Party.

Tuesday, October 1, 6 PM

Season Premiere Party

Join us at Whitaker & Atlantic in Raleigh for a season 3 premiere party for "The Key Ingredient with Sheri Castle." The evening begins with a reception and small plates featuring a menu inspired by ingredients showcased in the series. PBS North Carolina CEO David Crabtree will present welcome remarks, and you will have the opportunity to participate in a Q&A with series host Sheri Castle.

 This event is free but advanced registration is required.

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Meet Our Guest Chefs

Each week, Sheri invites a local chef to explore their connection to local ingredients and to share their own special recipe with us. Learn more about our featured guests below.

Sheri Says! Tips for Your Home Kitchen

Sheri Says: Make Strawberries Last

Sheri Castle shares a hint about the best way to keep strawberries fresh in storage.

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Sheri Says: Make Strawberries Last
The Key Ingredient
Sheri Says: Make Strawberries Last
Sheri Says: Store Fresh Fish Safely
The Key Ingredient
Sheri Says: Store Fresh Fish Safely
Sheri Says: How to Store and Use Country Ham
The Key Ingredient
Sheri Says: How to Store and Use Country Ham
Sheri Says: How to Wash and Freeze Fresh Blueberries
The Key Ingredient
Sheri Says: How to Wash and Freeze Fresh Blueberries
Sheri Says: Selecting the Right Rice
The Key Ingredient
Sheri Says: Selecting the Right Rice
Sheri Says: Roasting and Storing Fresh Figs
The Key Ingredient
Sheri Says: Roasting and Storing Fresh Figs
Sheri Says: How to Tell if Eggs Are Fresh
The Key Ingredient
Sheri Says: How to Tell if Eggs Are Fresh
Sheri Says: Roasting Pumpkin Seeds
The Key Ingredient
Sheri Says: Roasting Pumpkin Seeds
Sheri Says: Picking the Best Cabbage
The Key Ingredient
Sheri Says: Picking the Best Cabbage
Sheri Says: Using & Storing Buttermilk
The Key Ingredient
Sheri Says: Using & Storing Buttermilk
Sheri Says: Infused Apple Peel Vodka
The Key Ingredient
Sheri Says: Infused Apple Peel Vodka
Sheri Says: Taking Seeds out of Muscadines
The Key Ingredient
Sheri Says: Taking Seeds out of Muscadines
Sheri Says: Cutting a Bell Pepper
The Key Ingredient
Sheri Says: Cutting a Bell Pepper
Sheri Says: Safely Storing Fresh Oysters
The Key Ingredient
Sheri Says: Safely Storing Fresh Oysters
Sheri Says: Cast Iron Skillet
The Key Ingredient
Sheri Says: Cast Iron Skillet

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