A Journey from Kitchen Failures to Flavorful Triumphs
Hi! I’m Rachel Simmons, and I’m here to tell you that cooking doesn’t have to be a stressful, perfectionist’s chore—it can be fun, freeing, and, yes, even a little bit messy!
My journey into cooking wasn’t smooth at all. In fact, my first few attempts at cooking were, let’s just say, disastrous. There was that one time I completely forgot to add sugar to a batch of cookies and ended up with crunchy, flavorless bricks instead. Or when I tried making a roast chicken and somehow ended up with something resembling charcoal rather than dinner. But something in me wouldn’t let go of this passion to create good food. I knew I had to learn, and I wasn’t afraid to make mistakes along the way.
What kept me going was the idea that cooking is a process, not a race. It’s about experimenting, tasting, and learning what works for you. Eventually, I started gaining confidence, learning tricks, and discovering how rewarding it can be to make something from scratch.
My Awesome Recipes is my love letter to everyone who ever burned their first pancake or failed at baking a loaf of bread. On this site, you’ll find approachable, easy-to-follow recipes designed for real people who just want to make tasty meals without the stress. From weeknight dinners to weekend treats, my recipes are all about having fun with food, getting your hands dirty, and creating meals you can feel proud of.