Chef-Driven Recipes Made Easy

One Creative Cook 3/14/25 One Creative Cook 3/14/25

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!

One Creative Cook 3/1/25 One Creative Cook 3/1/25

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.

One Creative Cook 2/24/25 One Creative Cook 2/24/25

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.

One Creative Cook 1/30/25 One Creative Cook 1/30/25

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!

One Creative Cook 1/20/25 One Creative Cook 1/20/25

All Day Tomato Sauce with San Marzano Tomatoes

This slow-cooked red sauce delivers a deep and authentic Italian flavor with just 5 basic ingredients. Make a big batch and freeze for easy meals!

One Creative Cook 1/6/25 One Creative Cook 1/6/25

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!

One Creative Cook 1/4/25 One Creative Cook 1/4/25

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!

One Creative Cook 12/25/24 One Creative Cook 12/25/24

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.

One Creative Cook 12/22/24 One Creative Cook 12/22/24

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!

One Creative Cook 12/15/24 One Creative Cook 12/15/24

Foolproof Immersion Blender Hollandaise Sauce

Making hollandaise is easier than you think. This sauce is ready in 5 minutes with an immersion blender—perfect for Eggs Benny, asparagus, and more!

One Creative Cook 12/12/24 One Creative Cook 12/12/24

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!

One Creative Cook 12/10/24 One Creative Cook 12/10/24

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.

One Creative Cook 11/28/24 One Creative Cook 11/28/24

Dark Chocolate Chunk Cookies with Sea Salt

All you need is a bowl and spoon for these crowd-pleasing chocolate chunk cookies with a gourmet touch of flaky sea salt and dark chocolate!

One Creative Cook 11/14/24 One Creative Cook 11/14/24

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!

One Creative Cook 10/8/24 One Creative Cook 10/8/24

Campfire Grilled Spaghetti Squash

Spaghetti squash grilled over a campfire is the perfect fall camping dish! Simple, hearty, and healthy - top with your favorite sauce for a cozy meal.

One Creative Cook 10/1/24 One Creative Cook 10/1/24

Easy Vegan White Bean Dip

Make this quick & simple vegan white bean dip without tahini—perfect as a snack, appetizer, or spread. No food processor or special equipment necessary!

One Creative Cook 9/5/24 One Creative Cook 9/5/24

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.

One Creative Cook 9/1/24 One Creative Cook 9/1/24

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.

One Creative Cook 7/25/24 One Creative Cook 7/25/24

Grilled Cod with Onion, Tomato, and Tamarind

This foolproof Middle Eastern grilling technique ensures perfectly cooked fish that never sticks to the grates. Ideal for your next summer BBQ!

One Creative Cook 7/9/24 One Creative Cook 7/9/24

Quick and Simple All Purpose Stir Fry Sauce

Transform your stir fry with this easy 5-ingredient sauce. Perfect for meats or veggies - and so much better than store-bought!

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!