What’s New

Welcome to One Creative Cook!

Simple, adaptable recipes and travel-inspired tips to help you create delicious meals—no matter your kitchen setup or skill level!

Cooking with Minimal Equipment

link to one-pot
link to campfire
link to no-heat
link to minimal equipment

Spring & Summer

Most Popular Articles

About Me

Reem Tiltman, professional chef and creator of onecreativecook.com

Hi, I’m Reem!

I’m a chef turned full-time traveler, sharing my tried-and-true recipes. With 15+ years of professional experience and plenty of time cooking on the road, you’ll find restaurant-quality recipes adapted for any kitchen setup or skill level!

read more>>>

Quick Recipes

Mediterranean Inspired

What would you like to cook?

follow me!

Latest on Instagram

Spring is finally here, and so is outdoor cooking! 🔥🧄🧀 If you love garlic bread, wait until you try it grilled. This version is stuffed with confit garlic, mozzarella, and smoked cheddar, then brushed with melted butter using a rosemary-thyme bu
Want to bring leftover fries back to life?🍟🔥 The secret isn’t more oil—it’s actually a little water!💧 I know it sounds counterintuitive, but a light mist of water before reheating rehydrates the inside while high heat crisps up
What do you do with leftover pickle brine?🥒 I use mine to make the most tender, juicy chicken thighs! Brining is one of the easiest ways to boost flavor, lock in moisture, and tenderize meat. You can use pickle brine straight up for a more punchy
🥄The five sauces every cook should know! Lovingly referred to as the mother sauces of French cooking - Béchamel, Velouté, Espagnole, Hollandaise, and Tomato - are the foundation of countless dishes, from creamy mac & cheese to vel
🔥🌶️ This chunky chili con carne is loaded with over 20 ingredients, including a couple you might not expect... Dark chocolate and black coffee provide a bitter contrast while toasted whole spices like coriander, cumin, and cinnamon build layers of
It’s kind of like gravy… but even richer, deeper, and way more flavorful! 🥩🍷 I’m talking about classic French Espagnole sauce—the foundation of so many incredible sauces, from demi-glace to bordelaise. Made with slow-sim
🏈 Super Bowl Sunday calls for fresh pico de gallo salsa! 🌶️🍅 Lucky for us, we're in Xalapa, Mexico where the jalapeño pepper originated. Combined with a few simple ingredients, it makes for the best authentic fresh salsa. Whether you're d
Homemade Caesar dressing is easier than you think—rich, creamy, and way better than store-bought! 🥗 Most recipes call for anchovies, but I don’t always have them on hand (or prefer the strong taste). Instead, I use pickled capers for a