Author: Nicole and Alex

Nicole and Alex, founders of The Candid Cooks, are sharing their cooking journey to help inspire and empower home chefs across the globe. Cooking doesn't have to be hard - they're here to show you that all it takes is some experimenting, the right tools, and a little bit of confidence.

Pork Enchiladas Verde
August 9, 2024January 30, 2025

These restaurant style pork enchiladas verde are made with just 5 ingredients in less than an hour! They’re the perfect big batch dinner for feeding…

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Sriracha Aioli
August 7, 2024May 30, 2025

Make your own sriracha aioli in just a few minutes with 2 ingredients! Use this spicy sauce to dress up any dish or dip your…

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Patatas Bravas
July 24, 2024January 17, 2025

This delicious patatas bravas recipe is an authentic Spanish tapas dish you’ll fall in love with as soon as you take one bite! Patatas bravas…

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Limoncello Spritz
July 22, 2024January 29, 2025

Make this limoncello spritz recipe for a light and refreshing summer cocktail that’s a sweeter alternative to an Aperol spritz. We may be grown ups…

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Sun Dried Tomato Basil Cream Cheese
May 15, 2024February 12, 2025

This flavorful 3-ingredient sun dried tomato basil cream cheese is the perfect savory spread for bagels and sandwiches. If you’re looking for the best cream…

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Healthy Buffalo Chicken Salad
May 10, 2024January 17, 2025

Make this healthy buffalo chicken salad with quinoa for a light and nutritious dinner, or meal prep for the week’s lunches. The weather is warming…

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Caesar Salad Pizza
April 19, 2024January 17, 2025

This light and fresh Caesar salad flatbread pizza makes the perfect easy lunch or light dinner. Cooks in just 10 minutes! If you’re looking for…

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Easy Mexican Rice
April 3, 2024December 17, 2024

Need a simple side dish for taco night? This easy Mexican rice recipe brings restaurant style flavor to your dinner table in just 35 minutes….

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Roasted Tomato, Garlic, and Ricotta Pasta
March 29, 2024January 17, 2025

This 30 minute roasted tomato, garlic, and ricotta pasta is the perfect weeknight dinner when you’re craving comfort food with fresh flavor. Spring is finally…

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Blueberry Lemon Martinez
March 22, 2024December 17, 2024

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Smash Burger Quesadilla
March 20, 2024January 17, 2025

This smash burger quesadilla is the BEST comfort food recipe when you need a decadent dinner at home! Cooks in under 20 minutes. Are you…

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Chicken and Wild Rice Bowl with Cashew Sauce
March 15, 2024January 17, 2025

Make this healthy chicken and wild rice bowl with cashew sauce for a flavorful, nutrient-rich, and high protein dinner. Chicken and rice bowls make the…

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