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Emma Cooke

Maple & Brown Sugar Glazed Carrots cooked in a sweet glaze, perfect side dish.

Sweet and Simple Maple & Brown Sugar Glazed Carrots

January 29, 2026January 29, 2026 by Emma Cooke

Maple & Brown Sugar Glazed Carrots are that side dish …

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Delicious plate of Monterey Chicken Spaghetti with chicken, cheese, and creamy sauce.

Hearty Monterey Chicken Spaghetti For Busy Nights

January 29, 2026 by Emma Cooke

Monterey Chicken Spaghetti is my go-to when I want something …

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Delicious One-Pot Soy Sayce Mushroom Rice with soy sauce, garlic, and mushrooms.

Easy One-Pot Soy Sauce Mushroom Rice

January 28, 2026 by Emma Cooke

One-Pot Soy Sauce Mushroom Rice is my go-to when I’m …

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Homemade Candied Orange Slices made with oranges, sugar, and water for a sweet treat.

Deliciously Simple Candied Orange Slices

January 27, 2026 by Emma Cooke

Candied Orange Slices are the kind of treat that makes …

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Categories Desserts & Baking
A colorful Chickpea Feta Avocado Salad with fresh veggies and feta cheese.

Delicious Chickpea Feta Avocado Salad – The Perfect Side Dish

January 27, 2026 by Emma Cooke

Chickpea Feta Avocado Salad is my answer to those days …

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Homemade banana oatmeal bars displayed on a plate, healthy snack

Banana Oatmeal Bars: A simple start for busy mornings and snack time

January 26, 2026 by Emma Cooke

These bars are a quiet little win on the days …

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Plate of garlic butter beef bites garnished with herbs

Classic Garlic Butter Beef Bites Recipe With Potatos

January 26, 2026 by Emma Cooke

I love dinners that come together with little fuss. Garlic …

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Stovetop Pot Roast: My Foolproof, Cozy One-Pot Method for Tender Beef

Stovetop Pot Roast: My Foolproof, Cozy One-Pot Method for Tender Beef

January 26, 2026 by Emma Cooke

Some nights call for slow, cozy comfort. The kind of …

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Delicious surf and turf featuring steak and shrimp with creamy garlic sauce.

Delicious Surf and Turf with Creamy Garlic Sauce Recipe

January 26, 2026 by Emma Cooke

Surf and Turf with Creamy Garlic Sauce is my shortcut …

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Categories Main Dishes
Fresh Cucumber Caprese Salad with mozzarella, basil, and tomatoes

Cucumber Caprese Salad – Healthy Side Dish

January 25, 2026 by Emma Cooke

This simple, fresh salad feels like summer in a bowl, …

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Portrait of Emma C, nutrition graduate and home cook behind First Step Recipes, sharing simple, feel-good meals.

Hi, I’m Emma,

Cooking never felt natural at first, but I kept at it. Somewhere along the way, I combined my background in nutritional sciences with what I’d learned by burning (and sometimes saving) meals, and that turned into First Step Recipes.

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