Chef-Driven Recipes Made Easy

One Creative Cook 6/9/25 One Creative Cook 6/9/25

Sangrita: The Best Tequila or Mezcal Chaser

This authentic Mexican sangrita recipe is the best chaser for tequila or mezcal—spicy, tangy, and ready in just 10 minutes!

One Creative Cook 5/22/25 One Creative Cook 5/22/25

Authentic Mexican Guacamole with a Zesty Twist

This easy guac recipe gets a fresh twist with a chef’s trick: lime zest & olive oil. Boost flavor and keep your guacamole green for days!

One Creative Cook 5/2/25 One Creative Cook 5/2/25

Easy Pinto Bean Spread and Dip for Sandwiches and Snacks

Spread the love with this easy pinto bean spread and dip—perfect for sandwiches, snacks, and comes together easily without a blender.

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 6/12/24 One Creative Cook 6/12/24

Ultra Refreshing Jalapeno Grapefruit Mezcalita

This revitalizing mezcalita blends smoky mezcal with tangy grapefruit and jalapeno – our new go-to house cocktail!

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

Classic Pico de Gallo Salsa

This authentic Mexican dip is perfect for snacking, topping tacos, and more. With only a few ingredients and no heat required, it’s super quick and easy to make.

One Creative Cook 4/18/24 One Creative Cook 4/18/24

Vegan Mushroom and Pepper Fajitas with Homemade Marinade

Whip up these zesty fajitas for a quick, healthy meal loaded with flavor. Perfect for busy weeknights or Cinco de Mayo fiestas!

One Creative Cook 4/9/24 One Creative Cook 4/9/24

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.

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!