Chef-Driven Recipes Made Easy
Carolina Style Ribs with Apple Cider Vinegar Sauce
These smoky pork ribs are basted with Carolina vinegar BBQ sauce for a bold, tangy flavor. Cook in the oven, on the grill, or by the campfire!
Easy Skillet Brussels Sprouts with Bacon Fat
These smoky bacon fat Brussels sprouts are quick, flavorful, and made in just one pan—perfect for campfire meals or weeknight dinners!
One Pot Bison Bolognese with Mushrooms and Tagliatelle
Cooking the pasta right in the sauce makes this bison bolognese with tagliatelle extra quick and easy—perfect for busy weeknights or camping!
Campfire Creamy Polenta with Fresh Corn
This creamy polenta with Bob’s Red Mill cornmeal, summer corn, and smoky Gouda is an easy, cheesy, one-pot side dish, perfect for campfire cooking!
Campfire Grilled Flank Steak with Garlic Herb Butter
There’s no marinade needed for this simple woodfire-grilled flank steak—just a quick rest in garlic herb butter for ultimate flavor and tenderness.
Easy Make Ahead Power Salad for Camping
This hearty power salad is perfect for camping—chop at home, shake on-site, and enjoy a no-cook, protein-packed camping lunch or dinner in minutes!
Easy Fire Grilled Jerk Chicken with Homemade Marinade
This grilled jerk chicken with homemade jerk sauce is packed with authentic Jamaican flavor. Marinate in advance for an easy camping or BBQ meal!
Extra Cheesy Grilled Garlic Bread (No Foil!)
Slathered in herb butter and stuffed with confit garlic, mozzarella, and cheddar—this smoky grilled garlic bread is the ultimate BBQ side dish!
Crispy Grilled Campfire Potato Wedges
Smoky, crispy, and buttery! These campfire potato wedges are the ultimate outdoor side dish—perfectly charred outside and fluffy inside.
Authentic Muffaletta Sandwich with Homemade Olive Salad
Make the iconic New Orleans muffaletta at home with homemade olive spread, Italian meats, and cheese. Let it marinate overnight for the best flavor!
Crispy Duck Breast with Red Wine Pan Sauce
Cooking duck may seem intimidating but it’s easier than you think. This special occasion-worthy meal is so simple you can have it any night of the week.
Easy Blender Caesar Dressing (No Anchovies!)
This vegetarian Caesar dressing is quick, creamy, and uses capers instead of anchovies for umami depth—so much better than store-bought!
All Beef Meat Sauce for Pasta and Lasagna
A rich all-beef bolognese sauce for anyone who loves bold, beefy flavors without dairy or veggie fillers. Perfect for pasta, lasagna, and more!
How to Make Classic Bechamel Sauce
A step-by-step guide for making Bechamel from scratch. This easy French mother sauce is the foundation for lasagna, mac and cheese, and much more!
Quick Dill Pickle Egg Salad Without Mayo
A creamy, high-protein egg salad made with Greek yogurt instead of mayo for a healthy twist. Perfect for sandwiches, lettuce wraps, or snacking!
Quick All Purpose Marinade for Proteins or Veggies
A great way to add lots of flavor to meats, veggies, or tofu. No soy sauce or sugar in this one, just a few simple ingredients that come together quickly.
How to Make Velouté Sauce from Rotisserie Chicken Stock
Learn how to make velouté, a classic French mother sauce, using rotisserie chicken bones and veggie scraps. Perfect for pot pies, soups, and more!
Mediterranean Oven Roasted and Marinated Vegetables
These Italian-style vegetables are quickly oven-roasted and marinated in a zesty Mediterranean dressing for a flavor-packed side that steals the show!
Quick Pickled Red Onions with White Vinegar
Learn how to make these easy pickled red onions in just minutes! Perfect for tacos, shawarma, salads, pulled pork, and more.
The Magic of Aged Eggnog
The secret to enhancing your favorite holiday drink is not what you’d expect: age - the older the better.
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!