ABOUT SIMPLY COOKING RECIPES
Inspiring Creativity in Every Kitchen
At Simply Cooking Recipes, we believe cooking should be enjoyable and accessible to everyone. Our mission is to inspire creativity in every kitchen by offering easy-to-follow recipes, practical cooking tips, and carefully selected kitchen tools. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned cook, we strive to provide the resources you need to create delicious meals with confidence. Our goal is to make cooking not just a necessity, but a fulfilling and creative experience that brings joy to your table.
About Simply Cooking Recipes
What We Believe
At Simply Cooking Recipes, we believe food should taste great – and make sense. No fluff, no guessing, no chasing trends. Just clear, reliable recipes that work for real life.
The site is led by Ryan Yates, a professional chef who’s spent decades cooking at scale and mentoring others in the kitchen. What started as a way to share simple, home-friendly versions of the meals he’s cooked in restaurants and dining halls has become a trusted resource for cooks of all levels.
We test everything. If a recipe’s on this site, it’s because it came out right in a real kitchen, not just in theory. From easy weeknight dinners to meals for the whole family, we aim for flavor without the overwhelm.
You’ll also find guides that explain how to cook – not just what to cook. Because understanding techniques like braising, folding, or seasoning properly makes every recipe easier to follow and more fun to cook.
Whether you’re brand new to cooking or just looking for fresh inspiration, there’s a place for you here. We’re not chasing perfection. We’re just helping you get dinner on the table with a little more confidence – and maybe a little more joy.
Pull up a chair. You’re in good company.
Our Story
We are your go-to kitchen guide for making real food without the guesswork. Founded by Ryan Yates, a chef with over 15 years in high-volume, high-quality kitchens, this site was built to take the stress out of cooking and put the joy back in.
We’re here to help you cook with confidence – whether you’re brand new to the kitchen or just looking for recipes that actually work.
Meet Ryan Yates
Ryan Yates started cooking young and never stopped. He trained in the kitchens of San Francisco, learning from top chefs, and has spent years collecting flavors, skills, and stories from kitchens around the world.
Our Expertise
At Simply Cooking Recipes, we make cooking feel doable – and worth it. Our recipes are simple, full of flavor, and written so anyone can follow them. Whether you’re throwing dinner together on a Tuesday or planning something special, you’ll find meals here that fit your life and taste good every time.
Our Mission
We’re here to help you cook with confidence. That means clear steps, smart tips, and recipes that actually work. No matter your skill level, we believe anyone can make great food with the right guidance.
Join Our Culinary Adventure
We invite you to explore Simply Cooking Recipes, where every meal is an opportunity to create, enjoy, and share. Whether you’re a seasoned chef or just starting out, there’s a place for you here at our table. Welcome to the family!
Built on Real Experience
Every recipe comes from years in the kitchen. Ryan’s background as a professional chef means the food here isn’t just tested – it’s built to work.
Flavors From Everywhere
We pull ideas from kitchens around the world, so you can bring global flavors home without making it complicated.
Skills You’ll Actually Use
It’s not just about following steps. We teach techniques that stick with you – so you get better every time you cook.
Made for Real People
Whether you’re new to the kitchen or know your way around, these recipes are written for real life, not food shows.