Let Chef Dennis demystify home cooking with his easy-to-make restaurant-style recipes and family favorites. Learn basic techniques and chef secrets from| Ask Chef Dennis
If you've ever had Wingstop's Louisiana Voodoo Fries, you already know they're dangerously addictive. If you haven’t, you’re in for a treat! Crispy fries loaded with Cajun seasoning, smothered in a gooey cheese sauce, and drizzled with ranch dressing. Do I have your attention now? Our copycat recipe brings all that flavor home in under […]| Ask Chef Dennis
Our Homemade Flour Tortilla recipe will have you wondering why you ever bought grocery store tortillas. Our easy recipe is made with 5 simple ingredients that you probably already have in your pantry. Take Taco Tuesday to the next level with our easy, fresh recipe. Skip the store-bought packs; nothing compares to warm, soft, homemade […]| Ask Chef Dennis
Comfort food doesn't need to be complicated. My Chicken à la King recipe is a creamy, dreamy, old-school skillet dinner made with tender chicken, mushrooms, and peas in a rich and flavorful supreme sauce. I love serving stew-like dishes over egg noodles; perhaps it’s a result of growing up in Pennsylvania Dutch country. But if […]| Ask Chef Dennis
Water Pie is a classic Depression-era dessert that proves creativity can shine even in the most challenging times. Made with pantry staples: sugar, flour, butter, and water, it bakes up into a surprisingly sweet, custard-like pie with a crackly top. If you love vintage recipes, this one is definitely worth adding to your collection. The […]| Ask Chef Dennis
If you’ve never tried Whipped Honey, you don’t know what you’re missing! Made with just one ingredient, honey, no preservatives or artificial flavors, it can be made in just 15 minutes. By whipping air into honey, you transform it into a smooth, velvety spread that glides across warm biscuits, flaky croissants, and turns plain toast into a […]| Ask Chef Dennis
Penne Pomodoro is the kind of dish that proves simplicity can be pure magic. With just a handful of ingredients, you can create a restaurant-worthy pasta dish in under 30 minutes. Our pasta pomodoro is a light yet satisfying meal, making it perfect for busy weeknights or when you want to enjoy an authentic Italian […]| Ask Chef Dennis
Our Cottage Cheese Dip is one of those old-school recipes that seems to be making a comeback. It’s creamy, protein-packed, and easily customizable. And no one will believe you used cottage cheese to make it! Ready in less than 10 minutes, it’s the perfect light appetizer for game day or family gatherings. Our cottage cheese […]| Ask Chef Dennis
Creamy, smooth, and infused with citrus and spice, our Crèma Catalana will be your new favorite excuse to break out the kitchen torch. This classic Spanish dessert brings restaurant-level flair to birthdays, holidays, and any special occasion worth lighting a match for. You get the creamy comfort of pudding, the crackly top of crème brûlée, […]| Ask Chef Dennis
Our Lemon Olive Oil Cake is bright, tangy, and just the right amount of sweet, with a golden, sugar-crusted top. It's made with simple pantry staples and comes together easily, making it the kind of sweet treat that lemon lovers will keep coming back to. It has no business being this good for how simple […]| Ask Chef Dennis
Our take on the viral TikTok crack burgers recipe did not disappoint. After one bite, I was sold. Juicy, flavorful, and layered with tasty| Ask Chef Dennis
Our mango habanero sauce recipe combines sweet, juicy mangoes with fiery habaneros to create a sauce that bursts with a tropical flavor and just the right| Ask Chef Dennis
Our cocoa cake is rich, deeply chocolatey, and bakes up with a soft crumb that stays moist for days. Using simple ingredients you’ve already got, this| Ask Chef Dennis
There’s nothing quite like the comfort of braised chicken thighs. This dish is the definition of old-school cooking. Made with simple ingredients, and| Ask Chef Dennis
When you can’t decide between pasta night and fajitas, why not have both? Our chicken fajita pasta combines sizzling peppers, juicy chicken, and bold| Ask Chef Dennis
Creamy, rich, and loaded with juicy chicken breast, our easy Chicken Alfredo recipe is pure comfort on a plate. Made with simple ingredients like heavy| Ask Chef Dennis
Our Mango Habanero wings recipe combines fresh ingredients in a delicious balance of sweet and heat that will have everyone drooling after the first bite.| Ask Chef Dennis
I still remember the first time I saw those glow-in-the-dark maraschino cherries. That bright red color called to me, and I wanted to eat the whole jar.| Ask Chef Dennis
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My easy Smoked Pork Butt (smoked pork shoulder) is a great choice when you need to feed a hungry crowd. Laced with flavorful fat and connective tissue, a| Ask Chef Dennis
My Smoked Pork Tenderloin Pork cooked low will have you squealing in delight! And these delicious, incredibly tender and juicy, smoky pork tenderloins| Ask Chef Dennis
I love pulled beef, and our smoked pulled beef chuck roast recipe yields tender, juicy meat full of rich beef flavor with a hint of smoke flavor. It's a| Ask Chef Dennis
If you love grilled meats, you'll love my easy chimichurri sauce! This classic Argentinian sauce is packed with flavor that has been described as bright,| Ask Chef Dennis
Our Buffalo Chicken Wrap recipe brings juicy chicken, crisp lettuce, and tangy blue cheese dressing together in minutes for a meal that’s a little messy| Ask Chef Dennis
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One of my childhood memories of deliciousness is my mother's Tuna Macaroni Salad Deluxe. We often enjoyed a scaled version of this American Classic but| Ask Chef Dennis
How to Make a Tortellini Salad. The thing I love most about summer is the abundance of local produce that's available at the markets and our farmers| Ask Chef Dennis
If you've never tried Smoked Hot Dogs, you don't know what you're missing! Juicy, tender beef franks, lightly seasoned with just a hit of smoke, will| Ask Chef Dennis
When it comes to juicy, tender, tasty hamburgers, you can't beat smash burgers, and my Mushroom Swiss Burger is even more delicious with the addition of| Ask Chef Dennis
My garlic mashed potatoes are creamy, rich, and packed with roasted garlic flavor. They are are fluffy, unapologetically flavorful, and completely| Ask Chef Dennis
When it comes to oven baked baby back ribs, the secret is baking low and slow, This will make the best fall-off-the-bone oven-baked ribs you've ever had!| Ask Chef Dennis
I love this homemade coleslaw recipe, the crunchy texture of the creamy coleslaw makes it my favorite anytime salad. I promise after tasting this American| Ask Chef Dennis
Caramelized Onions Recipe (Sauteed Onions)| www.askchefdennis.com
Do you order sauteed mushrooms at your favorite steakhouse? Everyone loves the rich flavor and meaty texture of those buttery, garlicky little bites of| Ask Chef Dennis
Roasted Brussels Sprouts is an easy and healthy side dish for a weeknight dinner or family gathering. Brussel sprouts are packed with vitamins and| Ask Chef Dennis
My oven roasted beets are a delicious and healthy side dish. You don't have to be a beet lover to enjoy the natural sweet flavor and earthy deliciousness| Ask Chef Dennis
My easy-to-make oven roasted asparagus recipe is a great accompaniment to your favorite roasted meats and seafood dishes. The natural flavors of this| Ask Chef Dennis
Our homemade Crunchwrap Supreme recipe brings one of your favorite guilty pleasure drive-thru meals to your home. It's easy to make using fresh| Ask Chef Dennis
French Onion Dip Recipe| www.askchefdennis.com
Making your own smoked salmon dip couldn't be easier. Creamy, smoky, rich and delicious is how I would describe this classic dip. You can use store-bought| Ask Chef Dennis
Our Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Dip is a delicious dip recipe perfect for game day, family get-togethers, or just about any party you might be hosting.| Ask Chef Dennis
If you're looking for the perfect appetizer, my Roasted Eggplant Dip is guaranteed to bring smiles to your table, not just the eggplant lovers. With a| Ask Chef Dennis
If you're looking for the perfect dip for your next get-together, my Crack Dip is just what you're looking for. And after one bite of this delicious| Ask Chef Dennis
Caramelized onion jam is the perfect combination of sweet and savory. Made with simple ingredients, this rich, hearty jam is packed with flavor Onion jam| Ask Chef Dennis
Huli-Huli Chicken| www.askchefdennis.com
My Slow-Cooker Chicken Thighs are an economical, delicious dish that the whole family will love! The tender chicken thighs and the sweet and savory| Ask Chef Dennis
If you're looking for a delicious one-pot meal, my one-pot chicken and rice is just what you're looking for! Your whole family is going to love these| Ask Chef Dennis
My Easy Honey Garlic Chicken Recipe takes less than fifteen minutes to make and is addictively delicious! Made with simple ingredients, this sticky sweet,| Ask Chef Dennis
When it comes to comfort food, my French Onion Chicken recipe should be near the top of your list. This savory dish was inspired by a French Onion Soup| Ask Chef Dennis
Creamy garlic chicken is a delicious one-pan meal that's perfect for busy weeknight dinners and fancy enough for a dinner party. Ready in about 30| Ask Chef Dennis
Everyone loves my simple macaroni salad recipe, it's an American Classic! Made with simple pantry ingredients and some of your favorite additions, this| Ask Chef Dennis
Hi, I'm Chef Dennis, and Welcome to my Culinary Journey! I am the writer, photographer, recipe developer, and creator of Ask Chef Dennis®. My culinary| Ask Chef Dennis
My Classic Potato Salad Recipe is the perfect side dish for picnics, backyard barbecues, or a family dinner night. This creamy potato salad goes with| Ask Chef Dennis
Earthy, rich and smokey with a slightly sweet flavor and a spicy kick from the chiles, our easy to make adobo sauce recipe can be used as a condiment or as a marinade.| Chef Dennis
Zesty, tangy, and incredibly flavorful our easy to make sweet and sour sauce can be ready to use in about 20 minutes. It makes a delicious dipping sauce and is perfect for stir-fried dishes.| Chef Dennis
Tangy and zesty with sweet undertones, you're going to love our Korean BBQ sauce. In fact, it might become your new favorite condiment. It's not just for Korean food!| Ask Chef Dennis
My Orange Yogurt Cake is moist, light, easy to make and oh so flavorful! Made with simple pantry ingredients and Greek yogurt, this delicious cake is| Chef Dennis
Hummingbird Cake is a true Southern Classic. This deliciously moist cake is filled with sweet pineapple, ripe bananas, and chopped pecans. Then, it’s| Chef Dennis
My Flourless Chocolate Cake is rich, creamy, and decadent! Not to mention sinfully delicious and the perfect dessert for any celebration. Also known as| Chef Dennis
Chocolate Mud Cake is a dense, moist cake with a fudgy flavor. It's similar to a flourless chocolate cake and tastes like a combination of brownies| Chef Dennis
This simple southern Lemon Buttermilk Layer Cake is a classic dessert that is perfect for the spring and summer months. Light and fluffy with a tangy| Chef Dennis
Made with simple ingredients, my rich and creamy Chocolate Cream Cheese Frosting will elevate your cakes to the next level of deliciousness. My easy,| Chef Dennis
My easy-to-make and amazingly delicious Tiramisu recipe is made with coffee-soaked ladyfingers, creamy mascarpone, homemade whipped cream, and dusted| Chef Dennis
Made with simple ingredients, our homestyle tuna salad makes one of my favorite sandwiches. The secret to making the best tuna salad is preparing it at least 12 hours ahead of time. This gives the ing| Chef Dennis
Deviled ham is a tasty ham spread that elevates lowly ham sandwiches to another level of deliciousness. Made with simple ingredients, this Southern recipe| Chef Dennis
Learn how to make the best egg salad you've ever tasted, using simple ingredients and my tried and tested cooking technique. It's perfect for egg salad sandwiches, lettuce wraps or as is.| Chef Dennis
My Smoked Beef Brisket Recipe will make your local pitmaster jealous! My smoked brisket yields a delicious, tender, moist beef that almost melts in your| Chef Dennis
I have to say this is the Best Red Velvet Cake I've ever had. Moist and tender with a velvety soft crumb, this buttery layer cake with a cream cheese| Chef Dennis
When it comes to German Chocolate Cake, nobody does it better! My easy recipe for German chocolate cake features a gooey coconut pecan frosting and a| Chef Dennis
When it comes to chocolate cakes my Devil's Food Cake Recipe is the only chocolate cake recipe you'll ever need! This traditional chocolate cake is moist| Chef Dennis
My homemade Cream Cheese Frosting is sweet and tangy, thick and creamy. It's the perfect sweet frosting for carrot cake, spice cake, cupcakes, or your| Chef Dennis
If you're looking for the ultimate chocolate dessert, my Chocolate Mousse Cake with Chocolate Mousse Mascarpone Frosting is just what you're looking for!| Chef Dennis
If you’re looking for the best chocolate cake, this is it! This rich, moist, and decadent chocolate cake is three layers of chocolate perfection| Chef Dennis
Rich, chocolaty, creamy, and delicious, my Chocolate Buttercream Frosting recipe is the perfect frosting for birthday cakes, cupcakes, or just to turn| Chef Dennis
Smoked Eggs are a unique and tasty treat that's perfect for breakfast, brunch, salads, and snack time. Use them to make egg salad, or deviled eggs for an extra special treat.| Chef Dennis
Made with 3 simple ingredients homemade whipped cream will take your desserts to the next level, with its creamy, rich and decadent flavor. After one taste, you'll say goodbye to store-bought variety| Chef Dennis
Smoked garlic creates tender, subtly sweet garlic cloves with a hint of smoky flavor that will add a depth of flavor to so many of your favorite dishes.| Chef Dennis
Create your own signature barbecue sauce using my semi-homemade barbecue sauce recipe. Tangy, spicy, and sweet with your favorite spices will create a bbq| Chef Dennis
I love homemade barbecue sauces, and my Alabama White Sauce is a delicious alternative to ketchup-based BBQ sauce. This tangy, creamy white BBQ sauce| Chef Dennis
Smoked tri-tip is a culinary masterpiece that tantalizes taste buds with rich robust flavors and a tender texture that almost melts in your mouth. Cooked| Ask Chef Dennis
Learn the secret to making Caramelized Onions (sauteed onions), so they come out perfectly every time! Sweet and savory, these rich, golden brown onions| Ask Chef Dennis
My French onion dip recipe is a classic party favorite. The creamy texture and savory profile make it perfect for dipping chips or fresh vegetables.| Ask Chef Dennis
Huli-Huli Chicken is a traditional Hawaiian chicken dish that can cooked outdoors on a barbecue grill or inside on a grill pan. The tropical marinade made| Ask Chef Dennis