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Easy Baked Butternut Squash with Nutmeg and Sumac
Easy Baked Butternut Squash with Nutmeg and Sumac

This oven-roasted butternut squash brings festive warmth with nutmeg & sumac—the perfect autumn side dish for Thanksgiving or any holiday meal!

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Easy Marinated Green Beans
Easy Marinated Green Beans

Make your Thanksgiving stress-free with these easy make-ahead marinated green beans. A perfect side dish for busy holiday kitchens.

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Thanksgiving Turkey Dinner for a Small Family
Thanksgiving Turkey Dinner for a Small Family

This dry-brined turkey breast with root veggies and gravy is a gourmet yet simple twist on the classic. Small Thanksgiving, big flavor!

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Best Electric Kettles for Cooking
Best Electric Kettles for Cooking

Who says kettles are just for boiling water? From eggs to veggies, these versatile electric kettles are perfect for small kitchens and dorm rooms!

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Hi, I’m Reem.

I’m a professional chef with a passion for travel and cooking.

My recipes are made for anyone who enjoys simplicity, minimal equipment, and local seasonal ingredients. Learn to make delicious meals from your home kitchen, campfire, hotel room, or just about anywhere!

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Reem Tiltman, professional chef and creator of onecreativecook.com

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It’s that time of year… to start aging your eggnog!🎄🍸 This aged eggnog recipe is creamy, rich, and decadently boozy - sprinkled with freshly grated nutmeg for that festive touch. Aging eggnog not only enhances its flavor but the alc
Tex-Mex Smash Burger Tacos🌮🔥 If this is your first time seeing smash burger tacos, you're in for a treat. The idea is pretty simple: ground beef is smashed right onto a tortilla as it cooks, creating a crispy, juicy beef layer that sticks to the
Grilled spaghetti squash is the perfect cozy fall dish🍂🎃 Whether you're camping or cooking at home, grilling adds a smoky flavor that pairs perfectly with squash. Plus, it’s a great way to soak up those last bits of nice weather before winte
One of my favorite flavor boosters is brown butter 🌰 What is it? It’s just butter cooked until the milk solids caramelize, giving it a rich, nutty flavor. It's perfect for savory or sweet recipes and can seriously elevate anything you put it
Thanksgiving is next week - let's talk turkey! 🦃🎃 If you have a small family, this is the perfect way to enjoy Thanksgiving without the hassle of roasting a whole bird. I like to roast turkey breasts on top of root veggies all at once, then make a
A fresh twist on classic guac 🥑 This tangy guacamole recipe utilizes the whole lime to add zesty flavor to every bite. Super easy, quick, healthy, and addictively good. Ingredients: 🥑 4 avocados 🍅 1 plum tomato, finely diced 🧅 ¼ large wh
Bison Bolognese with Mushrooms and Tagliatelle 🍝 This one-pot wonder will be your new go-to comfort meal. Cooking the pasta right in the sauce makes it super quick and simple. Why Bison? 🦬 If you're new to cooking with bison, it's a lean, tender
Simple egg salad🥚 This healthy and tangy egg salad is made with Greek yogurt - perfect for picnics, lunches, or a quick snack on the go. Ingredients: 🧄 6 hard-boiled eggs 🌱 1 stalk celery, diced 🥒 2 dill pickles, diced 🧅 1 small shallot, fine