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.

Simple Molcajete Salsa Recipe

molcajete salsa recipe

The Ultimate Smoky Molcajete Salsa You’ve Been Dreaming About Craving authentic Mexican flavors? We’ve all been there, staring at store-bought salsas that just don’t cut it. It’s frustrating, right? But what if we told you there’s a way to bring…

Easy Oatmeal Cookie Recipe

delicious easy oatmeal cookie recipe

Make Grandma Jealous with This Unbelievably Easy Oatmeal Cookie Recipe Ever craved homemade oatmeal cookies but felt overwhelmed by complex recipes? We’ve all been there. The disappointment of store-bought alternatives just doesn’t cut it. But fear not! We’ve cracked the…

Steakhouse Blue Cheese Dressing Recipe

steakhouse blue cheese dressing

This Mind-Blowing Steakhouse Blue Cheese Dressing Recipe Will Make You Forget All Other Salads Ever felt like your homemade salads were missing that special something? We’ve all been there. You toss together some greens, add a splash of store-bought dressing,…

Black Bean Butternut Squash Tacos

black bean butternut squash tacos

You Won’t Believe How Tasty These Black Bean Butternut Squash Tacos Are Are you tired of the same old taco recipes? Lookin’ for something healthy and tasty that’ll impress your friends? We’ve all been there, staring at our boring dinner…

The Ultimate Guide to Steaming Food

steaming cooking method

Tired of dry, overcooked meals that lack flavor and nutrients? Steaming might be the answer you’ve been searching for! This gentle cooking method preserves food’s natural goodness, but many folks don’t know how to use it effectively. People are missing…

Homemade Pistachio Syrup Recipe

Easy Homemade Pistachio Syrup Recipe for Drinks and Desserts You’ve probably seen pistachio syrup popping up in your favorite cafes and restaurants. Maybe you’ve tasted it in a pistachio latte or drizzled on a dessert, but finding it in stores?…

Peanut Butter Coconut Cookies

peanut butter coconut cookies

The Ultimate Peanut Butter Coconut Cookies You’ll Crave Forever Are you tired of boring, run-of-the-mill cookies? Craving something that’ll make your taste buds dance? We’ve all been there, searching for that perfect treat that combines comfort and excitement. But most…

How to Boil Food

how to boil

Master the Boiling Cooking Method for Perfectly Boiled Food Ever feel like you’re overcooking or undercooking when you boil food? It can be tricky, right? You’re not alone. Whether you’re boiling pasta that turns into mush or vegetables that lose…

Ultimate Monster Mash Recipe

how to make monster mash

The Ultimate Monster Mash Recipe You’ve Been Dreaming About Ever felt stuck in a rut with your meal prep? We’ve all been there, staring at the same old boring dishes day after day. It’s enough to make anyone lose their…

Sweet Soy Glaze Recipe

soy glazed grilled chicken

Sweet Soy Glaze, Reduced Until It Coats a Spoon Ever found yourself staring at a bland piece of grilled chicken, wishing for something to jazz it up? We’ve all been there. It’s frustrating when your meal lacks that special oomph.…