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
A recipe calls for Old Bat seasoning, but you don't have any? Use our copycat recipe! Small amount and large batch instructions are included.| The Cookful
Instant Pot shrimp are quick to make and really delicious. You can discard the liquid they cook in, or use it to make a quick sauce right in your Instant Pot.| Cook the Story
This Garlic Butter Sauce uses a mounted butter technique to create a beautiful sauce with only a few ingredients.| Cook the Story
Shrimp come out plump and delicious in just a few minutes when you cook them in the air fryer.| Cook the Story
This is the perfect cocktail sauce. It's sweet, spicy and delicious with shrimp or any seafood. And, you probably already have all the ingredients at home.| Cook the Story
Learn how to make deep fried shrimp that’s light, crispy and guaranteed to disappear in minutes. It's simple if you do it this way.| Cook the Story
Learn how to grill shrimp perfectly so you can have juicy skewers whenever you're cooking outdoors. It's really fast and easy.| Cook the Story
Learn the steps to cooking shrimp perfectly every time with this easy, and delicious, recipe.| Cook the Story
The BEST way to cook shrimp is to poach them gently. They end up delicate and so juicy. Learn how here.| Cook the Story
Here is a great method for thawing shrimp quickly. It only takes 5 minutes!| cookthestory.com
A recipe calls for Cajun seasoning, but you don't have any? Use our recipe! Small amount and large batch instructions are included.| The Cookful