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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 10/17/23 @chefmikehard 10/17/23

Easy Rigatoni a la Vodka Pasta

This Rigatoni a la Vodka was too quick & too good with @raoshomemade Limited Reserve White Truffle Marinara, for a shortcut to slow cooked flavor! #LetsVibe

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

Honey Garlic Lemon Butter Salmon

Don’t be scared to cook a whole side of Honey Garlic Butter Salmon. It’s easier than you think! #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

@chefmikehard 9/23/23 @chefmikehard 9/23/23

Mexican Street Corn & Steak Quesadilla

This a quesadilla experience worth indulging! We’re celebrating National Quesadilla Say with V&V Supremo® brand cheeses & my Mexican Street Corn Steak Quesadilla! #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

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Cook with love, like Grandma did.

Free recipes you’ll love to eat.

Easy Rigatoni a la Vodka Pasta

Honey Garlic Lemon Butter Salmon

Butternut Squash Soup

Irish Beef Stew

InstantPot Broccoli Cheddar Soup

Mexican Street Corn & Steak Quesadilla

"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."