Real Dads. Real Recipes. Real Good Food.

This is more than a hand full of recipes, it’s a community of dads who love to cook and share what they’ve learned along the way. From classic comfort food to new kitchen experiments, every recipe is tested in real homes and made for real life. Follow along as we explore meals, techniques, and stories that bring families together around the table.

CHIMICHURRI CHARRED OCTOPUS

CHIMICHURRI CHARRED OCTOPUS

I was able to learn first hand from dad Jorge how simple cooking octopus can be. The finished BBQ charred dish is so tasty with that bit of char crunch on the octopus and chimichurri...
GRILLED TOMAHAWK WITH CHIMICHURRI

GRILLED TOMAHAWK WITH CHIMICHURRI

This super easy chimichurri sauce makes everything taste better, especially a massive tomahawk steak! The flavor of fresh herbs and garlic just explode in your mouth - you’ll truly want to put this stuff on...
BEEF ENCHILADAS WITH HOMEMADE ENCHILADA SAUCE

BEEF ENCHILADAS WITH HOMEMADE ENCHILADA SAUCE

Irresistible ground beef enchiladas made with a super simple homemade enchilada sauce. Trying cooking these up on the smoker for extra flavor!
SPICY CARNE ASADA TACOS WITH GRILLED CORN SALSA

SPICY CARNE ASADA TACOS WITH GRILLED CORN SALSA

The combination of juicy, marinated steak and super fresh, grilled corn salsa makes for one killer taco! Perfect for Taco Tuesday or any day of the week!
ROASTED LAMB, CRUSHED POTATOES, AND ASPARAGUS WITH CHARRED SPRING ONION AND HAZELNUT PESTO

ROASTED LAMB, CRUSHED POTATOES, AND ASPARAGUS WITH CHARRED SPRING ONION AND HAZELNUT PESTO

Springtime flavors abound in this impressive dinner! Pan roasted lamb rump, crushed new potatoes with garden fresh herbs, and sautéed asparagus with a charred spring onion and hazelnut pesto to bring everything together. 
HOMEMADE PORK TAMALES WITH RED CHILI SAUCE

HOMEMADE PORK TAMALES WITH RED CHILI SAUCE

A tradition at Christmas time but these Homemade Pork Tamales are delicious anytime. Add that Red Chili Sauce for a kick and be sure to throw on some fresh Pico de Gallo w avocado slices....
PERSIMMON GLAZE & DIPPING SAUCE

PERSIMMON GLAZE & DIPPING SAUCE

A bright, silky persimmon glaze and dipping sauce that balances the fruit’s natural sweetness with a hint of citrus and spice for a vibrant, versatile finish to both savory and sweet dishes.
JALAPEÑO CRANBERRY SAUCE - KICKED UP!

JALAPEÑO CRANBERRY SAUCE - KICKED UP!

Did you say "Cranberry Sauce"? You'll be craving this jalapeño cranberry sauce recipe non-stop! Sweet with a kick of spicy...
CREAMY CHICKEN, MUSHROOM, AND CAULIFLOWER MARSALA

CREAMY CHICKEN, MUSHROOM, AND CAULIFLOWER MARSALA

A gluten-free and dairy-free version of an Italian classic - Chicken Marsala. We’ve subbed out the pasta for perfectly tender cauliflower and used plant-based butter and cream to keep it dairy-free. The mushroom sauce is...