Rachel Cooks®

Recipes by Ease of Preparation

Cooking wholesome meals for your family doesn’t have to be complicated! 

Here you will find recipes by ease of preparation. Whether you need meal ideas in 30 minutes or less, a No Bake dessert, or Make Ahead Meal Prep Ideas. 

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Close up of cheesy baked corn with bacon and jalapeno in a black baking dish with silver spoon.

Cheesy Baked Corn with Bacon and Jalapeño
November 24, 2020
Close up of a Thanksgiving dinner on a sheet pan: turkey breast, dressing, potatoes, and asparagus.

Sheet Pan Thanksgiving Dinner (Turkey, Dressing & More)
November 20, 2020
Sliced turkey breast with a knife and fork.

Instant Pot Turkey Breast (from frozen!)
November 18, 2020
Overhead view of Brussels sprouts salad on a large platter.

Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad with Grapes & Parmesan
November 17, 2020
Overhead view of three small bowls of instant pot tomato soup, topped with croutons and fresh basil.

Instant Pot Tomato Soup – creamy & easy to make!
November 9, 2020
Close up of chicken served with rice, carrots, and a creamy tomato sauce. It is served in a small bowl with rice and cilantro.

Easy Chicken Tikka Masala – one pan!
November 6, 2020
Four images of one pan chicken dinner recipes.

20+ EASY One Pan Chicken Recipes
October 29, 2020
Overhead view of a bowl of color homemade vegetable soup.

Homemade Vegetable Soup Recipe – so good!
October 23, 2020
Pork tacos on a plate with cilantro, avocados, and pickled red onions.

Slow Cooker Pork Tacos
October 19, 2020
Close up overhead view of moroccan stew made with butternut squash, chickpeas and more. Served with couscous.

Moroccan Stew with Butternut Squash and Chickpeas
October 16, 2020
Overhead view of almond and parmesan crusted salmon on a plate with lemon slices and asparaugs.

Parmesan and Almond Crusted Salmon
October 12, 2020
Overhead view of bowl of energy bites, with dried cranberries, oats and hemp seeds also pictured.

Cranberry Oatmeal Energy Balls (nut-free)
October 9, 2020
Overhead view of a black air fryer basket with cooked chicken drumsticks inside it.

Air Fryer Chicken Drumsticks
October 5, 2020
Close up view of salmon with dill and capers, surrounded by vegetables.

Salmon with Tomatoes & Fennel (sheet pan meal!)
October 2, 2020
Overhead view of a small white bowl of instant pot mac and cheese with broccoli. Two other bowls are partially visible.

Instant Pot Mac and Cheese with Broccoli
September 30, 2020
Overhead view of two chicken thighs on a plate with a tossed salad.

Air Fryer Chicken Thighs – perfect every time!
September 25, 2020
Overhead view of spaghetti and instant pot bolognese sauce in a white bowl, garnished with cheese and fresh basil.

Instant Pot Bolognese Recipe
September 23, 2020
Close-up view of one pan gnocchi on a serving spoon. Sun-dried tomatoes are also visible.

Gnocchi with Kale & Sun-Dried Tomatoes – ONE PAN!
September 18, 2020
Crispy potatoes in a blue-rimmed white bowl, with a spoon in the bowl.

Air Fryer Potatoes – crispy with hardly any oil!
September 11, 2020
Overhead view of a colorful chopped salad on a grey plate. Salad includes bbq grilled chicken, lettuce, onion, tomato, crispy tortilla strips, avocado, corn and more!

Southwestern BBQ Chicken Salad (best chopped salad!)
September 9, 2020
Close up view of a green leaf lettuce salad with seasoned shrimp, mango, avocado, red onion, and a flavorful fresh vinaigrette with cilantro.

Shrimp Salad with Mango and Avocado
September 2, 2020
Overhead view of vegetarian orzo in a cast iron skillet, topped with fresh basil and parmesan cheese.

One Pot Vegetarian Orzo with Sundried Tomatoes
August 31, 2020
Overhead view of a jar of homemade caesar salad dressing, and a partially visible bowl of caesar salad.

Healthy Caesar Dressing Recipe
August 28, 2020
Overhead view of grilled pork, apple, and onion kabobs on a round wooden cutting board. A light orange sauce is also pictured in a small white bowl.

Grilled Pork Kabobs with Apples
August 26, 2020

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Hi, I'm Rachel! Life can be complicated, cooking shouldn't be! I believe that you can put a delicious, well-balanced meal on the table without stressing or spending hours doing dishes. It's possible, and I'm here to help. Have a seat at my table...let's chat, eat, and have fun!

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