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Cook with love, like Grandma did.

Free recipes you’ll love to eat.

As a chef & food content creator, my goal is to inspire easy, everyday cooking by sharing step-by-step recipes for you to try. Food that looks good, feels good, and tastes even better. Whether you’re new to the kitchen looking to learn, or a soulful seasoned pro ready to mix things up, you’ll find all the recipes, tips, and tricks you need to vibe in the kitchen with me!

@chefmikehard 5/7/26 @chefmikehard 5/7/26

Restaurant Style Butter Chicken at Home

This isn’t just another butter chicken recipe. This is what happens when you stop just adding ingredients and start building flavor with intention. A little technique, a little patience, and suddenly… you’ve got something that feels like it came out of a restaurant kitchen. #LetsVibe!

@chefmikehard 3/11/25 @chefmikehard 3/11/25

Stuffed Bell Pepper Soup Recipe

We’re making Stuffed Bell Pepper Soup to get us through the week...with leftovers to spare for meal prep! Full recipe posted here so you can vibe in the kitchen with me. Save, share, and tag me when you make it!

@chefmikehard 9/30/24 @chefmikehard 9/30/24

The Best InstantPot Chili

Cool fall weather calls for Chili! So we’re kicking off #SoupSeason with a classic! #LetsVibe

@chefmikehard 10/10/23 @chefmikehard 10/10/23

Butternut Squash Soup

It wouldn’t be soup season without fresh Butternut Squash Soup! If you’ve had this harvest season classic before then you already know the vibes. If you haven’t, you will not believe how easy & delicious this recipe is! #LetsVibe

@chefmikehard 10/10/23 @chefmikehard 10/10/23

Irish Beef Stew

Irish Beef Stew isn’t only for soup season. Run this recipe back for St. Patrick’s Day or anytime! #LetsVibe

Mike Harden 10/3/23 Mike Harden 10/3/23

InstantPot Broccoli Cheddar Soup

Now I know this one looks familiar! Who else used to go to Panera religiously like it was church? Broccoli Cheddar Soup is the perfect fall flavor for soup season! #LetsVibe

"So glad I found your hot water cornbread recipe! It's like my grandma's kitchen came to life in my own—each bite felt like a warm hug from home."

-Jasmine, Atlanta
"Made your southern hoe cakes. Crispy, golden perfection. Brought a little taste of the South right to the Pacific Northwest."

-Chris, Seattle
"That Louisiana dirty rice?! Spicy, flavorful, and oh-so-delicious! Will be making again!"

-Aisha, Chicago
"I cannot believe I made Cornbread Dressing!! Thank you so much for the recipe!"

Lauren Ashley, Brooklyn
"Dude! I whipped up your spicy Cajun mac 'n cheese! Flavor explosion in every bite. My taste buds are still recovering!"

-David, Miami
"Now I know & love collards. Your recipe is right up there with mine. Thanks for sharing!"

-Jean, Houston
"Mississippi pot roast transformed my west coast kitchen into a southern haven!"

-Alex, Los Angeles
"Those 3 ingredient flaky biscuits stole the show at my Sunday brunch with the girls. Thank you!"

-Lisa, Philadelphia
"I wish I learned to cook from my grandma but your recipes remind me of her so much man."

-Antonio, New York City
"Omg! Soooo glad I found your page. Moved out of state for work but making your recipes takes me back home! xo"

-Destiny, Boston
"Young man! Where did you learn to cook like this? These recipes taste good as my own! LOVE it!

Lynette, Baltimore

Cook with love, like Grandma did.

Free recipes you’ll love to eat.

Restaurant Style Butter Chicken at Home

Stuffed Bell Pepper Soup Recipe

The Best InstantPot Chili

Butternut Squash Soup

Irish Beef Stew

InstantPot Broccoli Cheddar Soup

"So glad I found your hot water cornbread recipe! It's like my grandma's kitchen came to life in my own—each bite felt like a warm hug from home."

"Made your southern hoe cakes. Crispy, golden perfection. Brought a little taste of the South right to the Pacific Northwest."

"That Louisiana dirty rice?! Spicy, flavorful, and oh-so-delicious! Will be making again!"

"I cannot believe I made Cornbread Dressing!! Thank you so much for the recipe!"

"Dude! I whipped up your spicy Cajun mac 'n cheese! Flavor explosion in every bite. My taste buds are still recovering!"

"Now I know & love collards. Your recipe is right up there with mine. Thanks for sharing!"

"Mississippi pot roast transformed my west coast kitchen into a southern haven!"

"Those 3 ingredient flaky biscuits stole the show at my Sunday brunch with the girls. Thank you!"

"I wish I learned to cook from my grandma but your recipes remind me of her so much man."

"Omg! Soooo glad I found your page. Moved out of state for work but making your recipes takes me back home! xo"

"Young man! Where did you learn to cook like this? These recipes taste good as my own! LOVE it!