Chef-Driven Recipes Made Easy

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 6/29/25 One Creative Cook 6/29/25

Authentic Tabbouleh Salad with Flat-Leaf Parsley and Bulgur

This herb-forward tabbouleh recipe is lemony, light, and made the traditional way with flat-leaf parsley and just a touch of bulgur.

One Creative Cook 6/18/25 One Creative Cook 6/18/25

Jajik: Iraqi Cucumber Yogurt Sauce

This tangy jajik with yogurt, cucumber, lemon, garlic, and mint is a refreshing Middle Eastern sauce—perfect for shawarma, grilled meats, or rice.

One Creative Cook 6/1/25 One Creative Cook 6/1/25

Juicy Sheet Pan Chicken Shawarma Thighs

This easy sheet pan chicken shawarma recipe is always juicy, spiced just right, and full of Middle Eastern flavor from my go-to homemade marinade.

One Creative Cook 5/24/25 One Creative Cook 5/24/25

Authentic Middle Eastern Chopped Salad

This crisp, refreshing Middle Eastern chopped salad recipe is ready in just 10 minutes—perfect for picnics, lunches, or stuffing into pita wraps!

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 5/13/25 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 4/6/25 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!

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!