Chef-Driven Recipes Made Easy

One Creative Cook 8/29/25 One Creative Cook 8/29/25

Easy Roasted Jalapeño Aioli from Scratch (Blender Method)

This homemade jalapeño aioli comes together fast with an immersion blender—no slow drizzling, no split sauces, just perfect results every time.

One Creative Cook 8/22/25 One Creative Cook 8/22/25

Fully Loaded Chicago Dog – Dragged Through the Garden

Make the ultimate Chicago-style hot dog at home—“drag it through the garden” with 7 toppings for an authentic Windy City street food experience.

One Creative Cook 8/3/25 One Creative Cook 8/3/25

Grilled Lamb Roast with Summer Vegetables

Make this summer lamb roast with charred veggies and bold Middle Eastern flavors. Simple marinade, quick grilling, and stunning results.

One Creative Cook 5/17/25 One Creative Cook 5/17/25

Smoky Grilled Spaghetti Squash (Campfire or BBQ)

This smoky spaghetti squash cooked over a campfire or BBQ grill is the perfect cozy fall camping meal—simple, hearty, and endlessly adaptable.

One Creative Cook 5/13/25 One Creative Cook 5/13/25

Maple Hot Sauce with Brown Butter

Turn up the heat with a touch of sweet. This easy brown butter and maple hot sauce is a gourmet-style buffalo sauce for wings, BBQ, and more!

One Creative Cook 4/10/25 One Creative Cook 4/10/25

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!

One Creative Cook 4/6/25 One Creative Cook 4/6/25

Campfire Brussels Sprouts in Bacon Fat (Skillet Method)

These smoky bacon fat Brussels sprouts are quick, flavorful, and made in just one cast-iron skillet—perfect for camping meals or weeknight dinners!

One Creative Cook 3/29/25 One Creative Cook 3/29/25

Campfire Grilled Flank Steak with Garlic, Herbs, and Butter

No marinade needed for this simple woodfire-grilled flank steak—just a quick rest with garlic, herbs, and butter for maximum flavor and tenderness.

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!