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.
Spring Recipes
Start the season right with these easy recipes focusing on spring produce. From fresh vegetables in Italian Rice Salad with Fava Beans to warmer weather cooking with some Juicy Grilled BBQ Chicken Breasts. Try any of these recipes below plus my favorite Easy Spring Dinners.
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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