Welcome!

We’re so glad you’re here.

Whether you discovered us while searching the internet for a recipe, know us from Instagram or Pinterest, or stumbled onto this page by accident, we’re so glad you’re here! Our mission at The Candid Cooks is to spread joy through food and help you succeed in the kitchen – which is why we specialize in wholesome, good-for-the-soul comfort food recipes.

Keep reading for a breakdown of how to navigate our site and more information on the types of recipes you’ll find. If you’re interested in learning more about our cooking journey, you can read about it here!

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Who are our recipes for?

We’re two young adults (and newlyweds!) leading busy lives, so we understand how hard it can be to fit cooking into your schedule! If you want to find joy through food and and have fun in the kitchen, you’re in the right place.

How To Find The Perfect Recipe

While we strive to use minimally processed, wholesome ingredients in our cooking, we believe food is also meant to nourish our souls. That’s why we share wholesome comfort food recipes that are unique, approachable, and fit seamlessly into everyday life.

Browse our most popular categories below, or head to the menu to browse recipes by type and recipes by occasion.

You can also use the search bar to easily find whatever you’re in the mood for!

Creamy chorizo pasta.

Comfort Food Dinners

Hearty, delicious, good-for-the-soul comfort food dinner recipes.

Spicy creamy butter chicken.

Date Night Dinners

Want a romantic dinner for two at home? We have date night dinners for home cooks of every skill level.

Fresh produce from a farmer's market laid out on a table

Learn To Cook

Educational resources including how to guides, tips and tricks, and opinion articles on all things food.

Buffalo wings on a plate.

Game Day Recipes

Game day favorites perfect for celebrating your team’s big win!

A maple old fashioned garnished with an orange slice.

Creative Cocktail Recipes

Fun, unique, and easy cocktails you can make at home. We have recipes featuring just about every spirit!

A wooden bar top with ingredients for making mojitos and other cocktails

Kitchen Gear

Product reviews, buying guides, and a shop dedicated to our favorite kitchen tools to help you succeed at every recipe you tackle!

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