Welcome to The Short Order Cook. Despite my small stature, I have a big appetite for food. Discover simple & delicious recipes your family will love. I specialize in recipes that reflect my Italian, Hawaiian, & Southern heritage, passed down through generations. Grab an apron, & I'll grab my step stool. Let's cook!
Trending Recipes
Most popular recipes & reader favorites. See what is hot & seasonal here or try reader favorites like Slow Cooker Pepper Steak , Cake Mix Strawberry Brownies, or Dutch Oven No Knead Bread.
NOTE: The Short Order Cook tests every recipe & never uses AI to create recipes or images.
Christmas Recipes
Everything you need for a delicious & easy Christmas holiday with friends & family. From egg nog cocktails and sugar cookies, to glaze for holiday ham, this comforting recipe collection offers traditional & new classics. Enjoy my favorites including the best dry brine for turkey, desserts including Sugar Cream Pie or Hot Chocolate Cookies & more.
Italian Recipes
From old-school traditional recipes to new modern Italian-American recipe favorites. These recipes are comforting, delicious, & always a hit. Indulge in simple classics like Pancetta Pasta or a contemporary dish like Pear Gorgonzola Pasta.
Southern Recipes
All the classic American recipes & those with a new twist. My grandma taught me some of her favorite Southern recipes & now I share them with you. From traditional southern Sunday suppers with Baked Mac & Cheese to desserts like Peach Pound Cake, enjoy a taste of the South.
Hawaiian Recipes
For a tropical taste, try these yummy island-inspired recipes. They may not be 100% traditional but they're our favorite Hawaiian recipes. My Portuguese grandma grew up on Maui & her love of ohana, the islands, & spam lives strong in me.
Desserts
The best desserts to curb your sweet tooth. Easy to make homemade recipes for fresh-baked cookies, brownies, pies, ice cream, candy, plus no-bake desserts. Try fun sweets like Deep-Fried Oreos or easy classics like 4-Ingredient Key Lime Pie.
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Main Dishes
Savory main course recipes that are family-friendly & easy to make. These simple entrees include beef, chicken, pork, pasta, vegetarian/vegan, & seafood ideas. Try a cozy slow cooker meal like CrockPot Chili or a lazy dinner idea including 3-Ingredient Sloppy Joes.
Adventures of a Petite Foodie Mom
I'm Angela, The Short Order Cook. I have a passion for cooking, food, & travel eats. I'm a former personal chef and caterer. I specialize in tried & true recipes the entire family can enjoy together. With expertise in cooking for others & feeding my own family, I share reliable recipes that are simple to follow for both beginners & experienced home cooks. From comfort food classics to gluten-free to keto, there's an option for all.
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