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.

Beef Wellington Recipe

perfectly pink cross section of the beef wellington

Perfect Beef Wellington Recipe Everyone Can Master Beef Wellington has a reputation. People whisper about it like it’s sacred – all puff pastry and fear of failure. Too fancy for home cooks, too easy to mess up. I used to…

Christmas Crunch Recipe

Christmas Crunch Recipe

This Christmas Crunch Recipe Will Be the Star of Your Holiday Table It happens every year. You want something festive for a gathering, but the options feel tired. Cookies? Too much work. Pies? Too complicated. Store-bought snacks? They lack that…

Calabrian Chili Oil Recipe

The Secret to Making Irresistible Calabrian Chili Oil Have you ever tasted something so spicy, smoky, and savory that it felt like pure magic on your plate? Calabrian chili oil does exactly that. It’s a powerhouse condiment straight from the…

Italian Pizza Bread Recipe

Italian pizza bread recipe

Italian Pizza Bread Recipe Is The Ultimate Flavor Hack for Pizza Lovers Craving Italian pizza but don’t have the time – or energy – to deal with making pizza dough from scratch? Store-bought frozen pizza just doesn’t hit the spot,…

Christmas Bark Recipe

The Ultimate Christmas Bark Recipe You Can’t Miss This Holiday Season You’ve got the decorations up, the Christmas trees are glowing, but what’s missing? A quick, festive treat to wow your friends and family. Enter: Christmas bark. It’s easy, it’s beautiful,…

Cheese Ball Bites Recipe

cheese ball bites

How to Make Irresistible Cheese Ball Bites for Any Occasion Cheese ball bites are the appetizer everyone loves. If ya know, you know. and if you don’t, no worries! We’re here to help. Ever had that moment when you’re at…

Christmas Jam Recipe

warm toast with Christmas jam

This Christmas Jam Recipe Will Make Your Holidays Unforgettable! Isn’t it tricky finding that perfect holiday treat? We get tired of the same cookies and pies every year. Do you feel the same way? Well, we’ve got something amazing for…

Thanksgiving Leftover Casserole

Transform Thanksgiving Leftovers into a Mouthwatering Casserole Thanksgiving leftovers often feel like a fridge puzzle. You’ve got turkey, stuffing, and mashed potatoes, but the excitement of reheating the same meal quickly fades. The real challenge? Turning all those leftovers into…

Simple Vanilla Pudding Recipe

simple vanilla pudding

How to Make the Creamiest Simple Vanilla Pudding Ever Vanilla pudding is the kind of dessert that sneaks into your heart. It’s easy, comforting, and brimming with rich, silky goodness. But here’s the thing – many store-bought puddings just don’t…

How To Roast Poblano Peppers

how to roast poblano peppers

How to Perfectly Roast And Peel Poblano Peppers Every Time Imagine biting into a dish where every flavor pops – a perfect balance of smoky, slightly sweet, and mildly spicy. That magic often starts with roasted poblano peppers. Yet, too…