Hi, I’m Mike – Welcome to HowToDoRecipes.com
If you’d told me 10 years ago that I’d end up running a cooking website, I probably would’ve laughed and burned my toast at the same time.
Back then, I was the kind of guy who thought “cooking” meant boiling pasta and pouring jarred sauce on top. I was always on the go — juggling work, late nights, and grabbing whatever I could eat with one hand while scrolling on my phone. But then life changed. Fast.
A few years ago, I moved into my first apartment with a real kitchen — not just a microwave and a mini-fridge. I still remember the first time I tried to cook a real meal. It was a total mess. The smoke alarm went off, the chicken was dry, and I ended up ordering pizza anyway.
But something stuck with me that night. I realized I wanted more from food than just convenience. I wanted to learn. I wanted to feel confident in the kitchen, not clueless. So, I started small — scrambled eggs, one-pot meals, homemade sandwiches. I failed a lot, but every now and then, I’d make something that made me stop and think: “Wow, I made that?”
That feeling? That’s what I want to share with you.
Why I Started HowToDoRecipes.com
This site was born out of frustration — and then passion.
I searched everywhere online for recipes that didn’t talk down to me, didn’t assume I had a dozen rare spices, or a professional mixer, or hours to spare. I couldn’t find one that felt like me. So I built it.
HowToDoRecipes.com is for beginners, for busy people, for anyone who’s ever Googled “easy dinner ideas” at 7:13 PM with a growling stomach. It’s a place where cooking is doable, not daunting — where flavor and simplicity can live on the same plate.
What You’ll Find Here
I focus on real-life meals that you can make without a culinary degree. Every recipe I share has been tested in my own kitchen. I use ingredients you can actually find, and I write instructions like I’d explain them to a friend.
Whether you’re a total newbie or someone just looking for quicker ways to feed your family, I want to be your go-to guy for recipes that work. Expect:
- Easy meals with step-by-step guidance
- Breakfasts, lunches, dinners, and snacks that fit your schedule
- Stories behind the food — because every dish has one
- Confidence-building cooking tips that stick with you
A Few Things About Me
- I still mess up recipes sometimes. (That’s part of the fun.)
- I believe grilled cheese and soup can fix almost anything.
- I once made pancakes with salt instead of sugar — and served them to my neighbor. Sorry, Kevin.
Let’s Cook Together
Want to get my latest recipes, shortcuts, and honest tips? Join the email list. I’ll send you new posts, behind-the-scenes stories, and simple ideas to keep your cooking game strong.
And if you ever want to reach out — with a question, a recipe request, or even a kitchen fail you want to laugh about — email me at contact@howtodorecipes.com.
Thanks for being here. Let’s turn your kitchen into your favorite place — one meal at a time.