Chef-Driven Recipes Made Easy

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

Easy Skillet Brussels Sprouts with Bacon Fat

These smoky bacon fat Brussels sprouts are quick, flavorful, and made in just one pan—perfect for campfire meals or weeknight dinners!

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

One Pot Bison Bolognese with Mushrooms and 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 campfire cooking!

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

Easy Make Ahead Power Salad for Camping

This hearty power salad is perfect for camping—chop at home, shake on-site, and enjoy a no-cook, protein-packed camping lunch or dinner in minutes!

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 3/5/25 One Creative Cook 3/5/25

One Pot Creamy Chicken Pesto Pasta with Broccoli

This one-pot chicken pesto pasta is loaded with broccoli, tomatoes, and mushrooms—creamy, dreamy, and ready in 30 minutes!

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 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.

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!