Welcome to the COOKtheSTORY Recipe Index! This is your go-to hub for simple, flavorful meals that fit right into real life. Explore hand-picked collections of weeknight dinners, family-favorite proteins, and versatile methods like air fryer, Instant Pot, and one-pan cooking. You’ll also find seasonal favorites and smart time-savers to make everyday cooking easier. Every recipe has been tested in my own kitchen and tasted by my family and friends, so you can trust that these meals truly work...| Cook the Story
Meet Christine Hi, I’m Christine Pittman, and I’m so happy you’re here! I’ve spent a lifetime in the kitchen, and I truly love helping people feel more confident cooking at home. My journey with food started early. I grew up in my parents’ restaurants, testing recipes with my mom and learning everything I could about cooking and the food world. With over 30 years of experience in the food industry, my focus is now on teaching the basics in a way that’s simple, approachable, and wo...| Cook the Story
Are you wondering how to bring more flavor out of your lean meat? Soaking it in a salt water solution is so easy and it makes such a difference. Here's how to make a brine.| Cook the Story
We did a series of tests brining chicken breasts to find the best brine solution, and the exact amount of time needed to have the most effect.| Cook the Story
How long do you grill chicken breasts? Do they need to be brined or marinated? How do you get good grill marks? All these answers and more are here!| Cook the Story