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.

HEARTS OF PALM “KRAB” CAKES WITH VEGAN HOLLANDAISE SAUCE

HEARTS OF PALM “KRAB” CAKES WITH VEGAN HOLLANDAISE SAUCE

These vegan “Krab” Cakes are made from tender hearts of palm, coated in crispy panko, and topped with a rich and creamy, vegan hollandaise. If you’re trying to incorporate more plant-based meals into your diet,...
SMOKED HEARTS OF PALM LASAGNA

SMOKED HEARTS OF PALM LASAGNA

I tried a product I had not cooked with before and it was fantastic - hearts of palm lasagna sheets! Paired with other veggies and my homemade roasted marinara, and man, what a fantastic lasagna...
BAKED EGGPLANT WITH FRIED CAPERS

BAKED EGGPLANT WITH FRIED CAPERS

I've prepared eggplant many ways - fried, sautéed, air fried - but this Baked Eggplant with Fried Capers is the best! It's spicy, salty, and a little sweet. You're going to love it!
SMOKED PUMPKIN-BUTTERNUT SQUASH SOUP

SMOKED PUMPKIN-BUTTERNUT SQUASH SOUP

This Pumpkin-Butternut soup will warm you up on a chilly evening! It has all of the Fall flavors you crave and it could not be easier or tastier!
TERIYAKI EGGPLANT WITH MACADAMIA NUTS

TERIYAKI EGGPLANT WITH MACADAMIA NUTS

A quick and easy stir fry using Japanese eggplants (or whichever variety you may be growing this summer), sweet onion, and macadamia nuts. Makes a great side dish or serve over rice for a satisfying...
GLASS NOODLES WITH EDAMAME

GLASS NOODLES WITH EDAMAME

Glass noodles are super versatile and so quick to prepare (no boiling required)! This recipe for Glass Noodles with Edamame makes a light, healthy, vegetarian meal.
GOOD FOR YOU CARROT CAKE

GOOD FOR YOU CARROT CAKE

You'll never believe that this Carrot Cake is vegan and gluten-free! It's that tasty! Perfectly moist and topped with an amazing "cream cheese" frosting.
SMOKED HERB STUFFED TOMATOES

SMOKED HERB STUFFED TOMATOES

These Smoked Herb Stuffed Tomatoes make a delightful appetizer and are bursting with the flavor of fresh herbs. I smoked them to add extra flavor but they taste great baked in the oven as well!
"TWISTED" CHOCOLATE PUDDING

"TWISTED" CHOCOLATE PUDDING

This "Twisted Chocolate Pudding" takes only 5 minutes to make, consists of just 4 ingredients, tastes crazy good, and is vegan!