Ryan Yates

Ryan Yates

Ryan Yates is a Le Cordon Bleu-trained chef with more than 20 years in professional kitchens, including years on the line in San Francisco. He writes and tests every recipe on Simply Cooking Recipes himself, and each one is cooked before it goes up. His focus is the reasoning behind the steps: not just that you should sauté, but what the pan should sound like when you do.
  • Joined: April 17, 2024
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Slow Cooker Corned Beef and Cabbage

slow cooker filled with perfectly cooked corned beef and cabbage

Best Slow Cooker Corned Beef and Cabbage You’ll Ever Eat Ever wondered how to make corned beef and cabbage that tastes like your grandma’s, but without spending all day in the kitchen? It is tough to get that perfect, fall-apart…

Homemade Granola Recipe

homemade granola

This Is The Best Homemade Granola Recipe You Need In Your Life Are you stuck in a breakfast rut?  Do you find yourself yawning as you reach for that same old box of cereal?  Store-bought granola often promises a lot…

Shaved Fennel and Apple Salad Recipe

homemade Shaved Fennel and Apple Salad

Let This Shaved Fennel and Apple Salad Recipe Grace Your Next Meal Ever get tired of the same old boring salads?  You know, those sad piles of lettuce that leave you wanting more.  We sure do.  Well, prepare for a…

Honey Mustard Glazed Salmon Recipe

honey mustard glazed salmon recipe

Get Ready for the Best Ever Honey Mustard Glazed Salmon Recipe Alright, let’s get to brass tacks.  Are you tired of the same boring meals? Do you find yourself staring blankly into the fridge, hoping for dinner inspiration that never…

Asparagus And Lemon Orzo Salad

Asparagus and Lemon Orzo Salad

Best Ever Asparagus and Lemon Orzo Salad Wins Hearts You want a tasty meal, but it is tough.  Nothing sounds good, right?  We have all felt this way.  A good salad sounds great but also seems boring.  But, what if…

Red Velvet Pancakes Recipe

red velvet pancakes recipe

This Red Velvet Pancakes Recipe Will Make You Swoon Ever wished for a breakfast that’s as delicious as it looks?  You crave something special, but regular pancakes feel boring.  Maybe you’re planning a brunch, and you want to wow your…

Easy Egg Drop Soup Recipe

steaming bowl of egg drop soup

Best Ever Egg Drop Soup Recipe You Will Actually Make Have you ever craved that warm, comforting hug of a good egg drop soup, only to be let down by bland takeout or a recipe that’s way too complicated?  We’ve…

Loaded Queso Dip Recipe

loaded queso dip recipe

Best Ever Loaded Queso Dip Recipe You Need Today Ever found yourself at a party, staring down a sad bowl of cheese dip? It is always so bland. We’ve all been there, friend.   You dip your chip, hoping for…

Bechamel Sauce Recipe

bechamel sauce

The Best Bechamel Sauce Recipe You Will Use Again and Again We see folks everywhere struggle with a béchamel sauce recipe that thickens too much or ends up watery.  That can make a bland dish, and no one likes that. …