Chef-Driven Recipes Made Easy

$Tex-Mex Smash Burger Tacos on Corn Tortillas$

One Creative Cook 8/24/25 One Creative Cook 8/24/25

Tex-Mex Smash Burger Tacos on Corn Tortillas

These viral TikTok smash burger tacos are worth the hype! My Tex-Mex take adds vibrant flavor and a spicy kick to the classic.

One Creative Cook 8/14/25 One Creative Cook 8/14/25

The Ultimate Chili Con Carne with Tender Chunks of Beef

This chunky beef chili is loaded with tender braised beef, black beans, chili peppers, spices, and a few chef-tested secret ingredients that take it over the top.

One Creative Cook 7/13/25 One Creative Cook 7/13/25

Vegan Portobello and Oyster Mushroom Fajitas

Make these quick portobello and oyster mushroom fajitas in under 30 minutes! A zesty chipotle marinade adds real, authentic Mexican flavor.

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 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 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 4/3/25 One Creative Cook 4/3/25

One Pot Bison Bolognese with Tagliatelle

Cooking the pasta right in the sauce makes this bison bolognese with tagliatelle extra quick and easy—perfect for busy weeknights or camping!

One Creative Cook 3/31/25 One Creative Cook 3/31/25

Campfire Creamy Polenta with Fresh Corn

This creamy polenta with Bob’s Red Mill cornmeal, summer corn, and smoky Gouda is an easy, cheesy, one-pot side dish, perfect for camping!

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!