Chef-Driven Recipes Made Easy
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.
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.
How to Make Classic Espagnole Sauce with Homemade Brown Stock
Learn to make Espagnole—the classic French mother sauce—with homemade brown stock. Optionally turn it into Sauce Chasseur for an elevated steak dinner!
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 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!
Classic Italian American Beef Lasagna with Bechamel
This classic meat lasagna layers homemade bechamel sauce with rich all-beef Bolognese—no ricotta needed for an authentic Italian flavor!
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.
Rotisserie Chicken Pot Pie with Gruyère Puff Pastry Crust
Transform store-bought rotisserie chicken and puff pastry into a gourmet French-style pot pie with homemade velouté, vegetables, and aromatic herbs.
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!
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!
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.
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!
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!