This chunky tomato potato soup is ready in under 15 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights when your family needs to be filled up quickly.| Cook the Story
This chill is so quick because of a special secret ingredient. You’re not going to believe how delicious it gets in only 14 minutes.| Cook the Story
This green pea and ham soup is super quick quick to make, ready in under 15 minutes. And yet it tastes like the classic split pea and ham soup which usually need much longer.| Cook the Story
These soup recipes are cozy and comforting and there’s so many types that they never get boring. Chicken noodle? Minestrone? I've got them all.| Cook the Story
Learn how to marinate your own artichoke hearts. It's really easy to do and so much more delicious than the store-bought versions.| Cook the Story
No more busting your wallet at the olive bar. Learn how to make your own marinated olives including great tips for picking the right olive oil to use.| Cook the Story
Smoky Cajun crust. Juicy salmon inside. Done in 15 minutes. This blackened salmon is your answer to a quick, easy, flavorful dinner tonight. The post Blackened Salmon appeared first on Cook the Story.| Cook the Story
Kathy Berget is here with a safer, science-backed way to can tomatoes straight from your garden. The post Actually *Good* Coleslaw with Phyllis PIttman appeared first on Cook the Story.| Cook the Story
This easy homemade teriyaki sauce tastes like the sweet, sour, rich sauce you know and love, but uses only 6 ingredients. The post Easy Teriyaki Sauce (6 Ingredients) appeared first on Cook the Story.| Cook the Story
Subscribe to the Recipe of the Day Podcast Here: This podcast episode goes live at 5.30am EST on Saturday, September 13. Recipe of the Day is a daily podcast where I choose a recipe perfect for that day and tell you about it, with cooking tips along the way. On Saturdays, I invite a guest... The post Clam Chowder Recipe with Coley Gaffney appeared first on Cook the Story.| Cook the Story
Why is this the easiest baked ziti? You don't have to boil the pasta or pre-cook anything. Just mix, cover and bake. And, it's so delicious! The post Easiest Baked Ziti (No-Boil Recipe) appeared first on Cook the Story.| Cook the Story
This Easy Air Fryer Sausage and Peppers recipe makes a great weeknight meal. It's done in about 20 minutes with minimal mess.| Cook the Story
This easy Italian Sausage Pasta makes for a perfect weeknight dinner that is ready in less than half an hour.| Cook the Story
Our pork recipes and guides are some of the most popular in the world! If you're looking for the perfect roast pork, tasty weeknight pork chops, and amazing new ideas, this is it!| Cook the Story
Are you wondering how to make grilled pork chops that are juicy and tender? You just have to know a couple of simple tricks that I can teach you.| Cook the Story
Spinach dip is a classic appetizer or party snack that goes back to the 1970s. It's easy to make and so delicious!| Cook the Story
This Hot Beer Cheese Dip is quick and easy to make. It’s perfect for game day or anytime you need a cheesy snack.| Cook the Story
Classic Taco Dip is a wonderful game day snack or party appetizer that is a total crowd pleaser. Plus, no cooking required so it's ready quickly.| Cook the Story
Craving a place of nachos but don't have time to make them? Nacho dip has cheese, meat, jalapeños, tomatoes, olives, cilantro, and green onions. A plate of nachos in one bowl.| Cook the Story
A quick and easy hamburger dip that EVERYONE will SERIOUSLY love. It's really cheesy but doesn't use any processed cheese so it has a real rich cheddar flavor.| Cook the Story
Appetizers, hors d’oeuvres, antipasti, starters - whatever you call them, they come in a wide range. Get all our delicious appetizer recipes here.| Cook the Story
Deciding what to make for dinner or that special occasion? We have over 700 delicious recipes to choose from, all fully-tested and delicious. Come try them!| Cook the Story
Whatever kind of beef you're craving, we have the perfect recipe for you, from juicy grilled burgers, to ground beef skillets, steaks, and roasts.| Cook the Story
Getting dinner on the table each night can be a challenge. Get weeknight recipes for every mood that your family is sure to love.| Cook the Story
Welcome to the Cook the Story Recipe Index, your home base for simple, flavorful meals that fit right into your real life. Below you'll find curated collections of favorite proteins, weeknight dinners, versatile cooking methods such as air fryer, Instant Pot, and one-pan meals, along with seasonal and time-saving recipe ideas. Every recipe here has been tested by me, Christine, in my own kitchen and has been tasted by real people, my family and friends, so you can trust that these meals truly...| 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, my focus is now on teaching the basics in a way that’s simple, approachable, and works for real life. Wh...| Cook the Story
From cooking shrimp and fish filets from frozen, to crispy skin salmon and lobster tails, you can find all your new favorite seafood recipes here.| Cook the Story
Get this delicious and healthy recipe for sweet potato casserole. It uses yogurt for richness instead of butter and cream.| Cook the Story
If you're looking for The best Cream of Mushroom Soup recipe, this is it. It uses fresh mushrooms and is ready in under 15 minutes.| Cook the Story
Thanksgiving is a big food day for Americans and often includes some signature dishes. Get all my favorite Thanksgiving recipes here for a perfect meal.| Cook the Story
With only 6 ingredients, and 5 minutes to put it together, this cheesy Jiffy casserole is my family's favorite at every big meal.| Cook the Story
The best stuffing recipe is crunchy on the outside and moist on the inside. Find out how to make perfect stuffing every time with this recipe & tutorial.| Cook the Story
Learn how to cook ground beef the right way so it stays juicy but gets nicely browned. I'll show you my secrets so it comes out perfectly every time.| Cook the Story
Discover how to heat your corn tortillas in the best way that is still super simple to handle. Taco night, here we come!| Cook the Story
Kathy Berget is here with a safer, science-backed way to can tomatoes straight from your garden. The post Canning Tomatoes Safely with Kathy Berget appeared first on Cook the Story.| Cook the Story
Learn the tricks to make roasted potatoes that are soft and fluffy inside but brown and crunchy outside.| Cook the Story
Classic Loaded Potato Soup but in WAY less time. Make this delicious classic with all the toppings in less than 15 minutes.| Cook the Story
When you want the best fried potatoes and onions, this is the recipe for you. It's a perfect side dish for breakfast or dinner!| Cook the Story
Air Fryer Roasted Potatoes are so much faster than oven roasted -- plus they won’t heat up your house!| Cook the Story
Try a dry brine for your Thanksgiving turkey! It adds flavor and moisture, plus gives you wonderfully crispy skin.| 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
I've experimented to find out the perfect way to brine pork chops. Get the brine recipe and learn how long to brine pork chops for delicious results.| Cook the Story
Learn how to make guacamole without avocados. This version uses edamame and has the texture and flavors of guacamole.| Cook the Story
You're going to need this garlic bread recipe so you can serve it with spaghetti, soups and so much more.| Cook the Story
No need for a butter churn, we're making easy homemade butter! Only one required ingredient and 10 minutes for the most amazing butter.| Cook the Story
This quick pickle recipe is ready in 30 minutes but packs the flavor of the crunchy fresh garden pickles that you love.| Cook the Story
A perfect Bloody Mary is not complete without these delicious garnishes. Check out all my variations and choose your favorite.| Cook the Story
If you want to wow your friends and family try this easy to make and oh-so impressive smoked trout dip.| Cook the Story
Be the hit of the party or potluck with this oh-so-easy and delicious lox dip!| Cook the Story
Get my tips for creating a perfect charcuterie board, including templates for placement!| Cook the Story
TikTok Baked Feta Pasta gets a no-boil makeover with this one-pan method. The dry pasta cooks with the feta and it’s delicious!| Cook the Story
These tasty Chicken Stuffed Peppers have the flavors of your fave Greek salad. They're quicker than classic stuffed peppers so make them on a weeknight!| Cook the Story
The secret to juicy and tender beef ribs is to cook them low and slow first, and then sauce them before putting them over higher heat.| Cook the Story
Learn how to make a classic velouté sauce! It's an easy but impressive sauce that can be adapted in many different ways.| Cook the Story
Get this delicious recipe for a lean protein-packed Alfredo Sauce that uses Greek yogurt instead of tons of butter and cream.| Cook the Story
Learn to make the classic French mother sauce with a dark roux and rich flavor. It's delicious on meat and as a base for other classic sauces.| Cook the Story
This is the easiest Alfredo sauce recipe! It uses cream cheese and butter and is loaded with garlic and Parmesan. Can be made on the stove or in the microwave.| Cook the Story
This potato salad recipe has apples in the mix for a bit of sweetness and a lot of crunch. You've gotta try it!| Cook the Story
Shrimp cocktail in England is different than in North America. They call it Prawn Cocktail and use a different sauce, for instance. Learn how to make it here!| Cook the Story
A homemade macaroni and cheese sauce recipe that's ready in 5 minutes. It's super cheesy and delicious!| Cook the Story
Learn how to sear scallops perfectly and get the recipe for an easy and delicious sauce to go with them.| Cook the Story
Browning sauce is requires only two ingredients but can provide complex flavor to a wide variety of dishes, both sweet and savory.| Cook the Story
After you try this Sheet Pan Shrimp Boil recipe, you may never use a stockpot again. Honestly!| Cook the Story
Bring Olive Garden home with this delicious Zuppa Toscana - a creamy soup with Italian sausage, potatoes, and kale!| Cook the Story
Can you cook cook sausages from frozen? Yes! They turn out brown and delicious. Stovetop is best but instructions are given for oven and air fryer.| Cook the Story
Taking sausages from frozen to perfectly browned and juicy takes less than 15 minutes in the air fryer.| Cook the Story
This Sheet Pan Shrimp Dinner brings together store-bought gnocchi, succulent shrimp, and veggies to make a complete meal, no boiling required.| Cook the Story
Store-bought gnocchi, Italian sausage, and veggies make a quick, easy, delicious dinner—and it all happens on a sheet pan! Just toss, roast, and enjoy!| Cook the Story
This Chicken Dinner with Polenta is a Mediterranean-inspired weeknight meal that’s all cooked on one pan and is ready in under 45 minutes, mostly hands-free!| Cook the Story
This chicken ratatouille skips all the stirring over the stove and bakes everything on a sheet pan instead!| Cook the Story
Make your best burgers ever with my Wagyu burger recipe and you may never want another kind of burger again!| Cook the Story
Here’s how to make the best Turkey Burger ever—juicy, full of flavor, and totally satisfying.| Cook the Story
If you're looking to switch up burger night, look no further than this delectable pan-fried Shrimp Burger recipe!| Cook the Story
Sriracha mayo is my new favorite condiment for burgers, french fries, and more. It’s creamy and a bit tangy and has some heat too.| Cook the Story
With this juicy chicken burger recipe, burger night can be healthier and easier than ever!| Cook the Story
This Burger Sauce recipe is the perfect condiment for more than just burgers and it only needs a few ingredients to create.| Cook the Story
This chunky Black Bean and Corn Salsa is easy to put together and delicious for snacking or to use in meals.| Cook the Story
This cheesy corn dip has a base of sour cream and cream cheese and is so easy to make. I love the corn flavor and bit of spice.| Cook the Story
Butter boards are the new charcuterie boards! Find out how easy it is to make these beautiful and delicious boards for your next party, or even just for a movie night in.| Cook the Story
Peppery country sausage gravy is perfect comfort food over biscuits for breakfast or brunch. You'll love this easy homemade gravy recipe!| Cook the Story
Need an easy pasta dinner that comes together in 25 minutes? This recipe is a quick and easy pasta dish featuring spicy mustard greens, Italian sausage and grape tomatoes.| Cook the Story
An easy and delicious way to eat more greens, the Instant Pot makes light work of cooking collard greens just right.| Cook the Story
Colorful Swiss chard is best when cooked simply, like in this recipe where it's simmered in a little bit of salted water and then tossed with butter.| Cook the Story
This Garlicky Sautéed Beet Greens recipe is so quick and delicious that it's the perfect side dish for any night of the week.| Cook the Story
This warm salad is perfect for early spring. It has the jammy flavors of warm strawberries and the crunch of sugar snap peas, all with an easy 2-ingredient balsamic salad dressing.| Cook the Story
This Southwestern Steak Salad is an easy weeknight main dish salad with perfectly seasoned steak, black bean and corn salsa, and a tasty homemade dressing.| Cook the Story
This Quinoa Salad Bowl makes for such a perfect lunch. Make my lemony hummus dressing for it, or use your favorite.| Cook the Story
The tastiest beets are always roasted beets. And, if you learn how roast them properly, roasting is the least messy way to cook them too. It's a win-win!| Cook the Story
Learn how to cook pork cube steak perfectly with a light breading so it stays juicy and tender every time.| Cook the Story
Of all the mushroom gravies I've made, this is the recipe I go back to over and over. It's ready in 30 minutes and has so much mushroom flavor!| Cook the Story
This Christmas Salmon recipe is the easiest, most crowd-pleasing holiday main course I've ever made. Now I'm giving it to everyone here. Get ready to impress!| Cook the Story
Love pasta dishes? This Easy Creamy Salmon Pasta recipe is sure to become a new favorite. It has so much flavor and only takes 35 minutes!| Cook the Story
Steak and gravy is the ultimate comfort food. It’s like a warm hug on cool, rainy nights.| Cook the Story
Learn how to cook filet mignon steaks to perfection. Tender beef tenderloin filets are seared on the stove for a delicious special meal.| Cook the Story
Take your steak night to the next level with this easy but impressive compound butter for steak. It's good on so many other things too!| Cook the Story
Get my simple Chuck Eye Steaks recipe and enjoy this flavorful and affordable cut of steak. It's easy to cook on the stove or grill.| Cook the Story
Do you have ketchup, mustard and honey? You have to try this best EVER Basic Homemade BBQ Sauce. It's so simple, but so good. And it's going to save your life when you need some sauce and there's not a bottle of it to be found in your pantry.| Cook the Story
This is the best hashbrown casserole out there. It's cheesy, creamy and, the best part, it's really easy to make.| Cook the Story
Learn how to make the classic French béchamel with tips for making it perfectly, from the ratios of flour to butter to milk to how to store it and more.| Cook the Story