Chef-Driven Recipes Made Easy
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!
Tex Mex Smash Burger Tacos
These viral TikTok smash burger tacos are worth the hype! My Tex-Mex take adds bold flavor and a spicy kick to the classic.
Creamy One Pot Rigatoni Amatriciana
Dinner’s ready in 30 minutes with this easy one-pot dish. Bacon and pickled jalapenos add a spicy kick, and the pasta cooks right in the sauce.
Grilled Lamb Roast and Summer Veggie Platter
This show-stopping lamb platter is the perfect summer dish. Easy to prepare, presents beautifully, and highlights the best of seasonal produce.
One Pot Creamy Chicken Pesto Fettuccine
This quick one-pot pasta is lusciously creamy with pesto, chicken, mushrooms, broccoli, and tomatoes. It’s simple yet big on flavor, perfect for dorms, camping, or busy weeknights!
Chunky Beef Chili Con Carne
Tender chunks of braised beef, black beans, chili peppers, and spices simmer slowly over low heat to create this rich and comforting one-pot classic.
Cozy Chicken Soup: Ultimate Comfort with Minimal Prep
This minimal ingredient chicken soup is so heartwarming and easy to assemble, that you don’t even need to chop the vegetables. It’s the perfect meal if you’re feeling under the weather, short on time, or just in need of comfort.
“Dragged Through the Garden”: The Chicago Dog
The Chicago-style hot dog is the quintessential windy city street food. Its seven unique toppings create a harmony of flavors and textures that have stood the test of time.
Pickle Brined Chicken Thighs with Dill Pickle Salsa Verde
Never throw away leftover pickle brine again because it’s the secret ingredient to these juicy, tangy chicken thighs. Plus a pickle-y salsa verde recipe that complements the chicken perfectly.
A Taste of the Big Easy: Classic Muffaletta Sandwich
This beloved staple of New Orleans cuisine is the perfect on-the-go sandwich. Meant to marinate overnight, it can be easily packed in a cooler and makes the perfect pairing for a beach day, or camping trip.
Braised Brisket with Red Wine Jus
This slow-cooked, melt-in-your-mouth beef brisket is the ultimate Sunday supper. Best made the day before, this dish only requires a simple reheat before serving.
Barbecue Pork Ribs with Vinegar-Based Sauce
After trying these ribs, you’ll never want thick, sweet, BBQ sauce again. This eastern Carolina-style sauce is tangy and light, allowing the natural flavors of the meat to shine through.
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!