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Just Maika Cooking

I am a professionally trained chef, recipe developer, ​culinary educator. My goal is to create, educate and discover tools that ​will bring the joy and passion of global cuisine to food enthusiasts ​and home cooks through exploration, experimentation, and tasting.

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What's New? RECIPES KITCHEN ESSENTIALS COOKING CLASS YOUTUBE INSTAGRAM Catch Up On The Latest Cooking Tips and News. Live 1 Hour Cooking Class. Now on Thursdays. Join me live on Instagram every Thursday at 7 PM starting January 16th for fun, flavorful, and unfiltered cooking classes—see you in the kitchen! Learn More Hey Reader! Happy New Year, food lover! 🥳✨ I’m excited to kick off 2025 with something special just for you: Live Cooking Classes on Instagram every Thursday at 7 PM, starting...

What's New? RECIPES KITCHEN ESSENTIALS ABOUT US YOUTUBE INSTAGRAM Catch Up On The Latest Cooking Tips. How to Use Garlic in Cooking: Easy Tips for Beginners Transform your cooking skills and knowledge with sauce-making! From mastering timeless classics to understanding bold global flavors, this guide has everything you need—plus, don’t miss our curated collection of sauce recipes at the end to boost your meal with quick and easy sauce recipes! Learn More Hey Reader! How about whipping up a...

creamy curry chicken gnocchi soup with spinach and chunks of carrot and shredded chicken and large hand cut gnocchi sprinkled with freshly grated parmesan cheese in a wide rim white bowl with a wooden spoon.

New Recipe Just Posted! RECIPES KITCHEN ESSENTIALS ABOUT US YOUTUBE INSTAGRAM Don't Miss Out Creamy Curry Chicken Gnocchi Soup | Caribbean Style Get the Recipe Hey Reader! Craving comfort food with a Caribbean twist? My Creamy Curry Chicken Gnocchi Soup | Caribbean Style is here to bring the vibes—creamy coconut broth, fluffy homemade gnocchi, and just the right amount of heat from scotch bonnet peppers. It’s like your favorite chicken gnocchi soup with that island flava! Check out the full...

the Creamy Chicken Corn Chowder with cornbread Dumplings recipe in a wide rim bowl

New Recipe Just Posted! RECIPES SHOP ABOUT YOUTUBE INSTAGRAM Don't Miss Out Creamy & Spicy Chicken Corn Chowder with Cornbread Dumplings Get Recipe Hey Reader! I’m so excited to share the latest in my soup series with you: Creamy Chicken Corn Chowder with Dumplings | Dairy-Free! This one is pure comfort in a bowl – creamy without the dairy, super hearty, and with a kick of heat that makes it extra warming. It’s the kind of chowder that wraps you up on a chilly day and keeps you coming back...

One-Pot Curry Meatball Soup with Ground Turkey and Kale om a wide rim pasta bowl with a spoon.

New Recipe Just Posted! RECIPES SHOP ABOUT YOUTUBE INSTAGRAM Don't Miss Out One-Pot Curry Meatball Soup with Ground Turkey and Kale Get Recipe Making Flavorful Turkey Meatballs The Purpose of Aromatic Paste Step-By-Step Pictures Hey Reader! I’m thrilled to share a new recipe with you today: One-Pot Curry Meatball Soup with Ground Turkey and Kale! 🍲 This comforting soup has been a favorite of mine for years, and after trying out a few different versions, I’m so excited to finally bring you a...

curried chickpeas with tomatoes, spinach and mushrooms in a skillet with a wooden spoon next to a kitchen towel and a container of spiced basmati rice.

Some Recipe Updates! RECIPES SHOP ABOUT YOUTUBE INSTAGRAM Look Who Got Upgraded?! Easy Spiced Brown Rice & Quinoa Recipe – Flavorful & Healthy Get Recipe Vegetarian Chickpeas and Mushrooms Curry: Easy Comfort Food Get Recipe Hey Reader! I hope you’re doing well today! I wanted to share something with you that’s been on my mind, especially as we head into the cooler months when comfort food takes center stage. I’ve been cooking up some delicious recipes lately, and there’s a common thread...

New Recipe Just Posted! RECIPES SHOP ABOUT YOUTUBE INSTAGRAM Don't Miss Out Easy Bacon Potato Leek Chowder | Creamy Comfort Get Recipe Chowder for Champs! What does it taste like? Step-By-Step Pictures Hey Reader! I hope you're doing well! If you're in the mood for something warm and comforting today, I’ve got just the recipe for you—Bacon Potato Leek Chowder! This creamy, hearty soup is packed with crispy bacon, tender potatoes, and sweet leeks, with a touch of spice that makes it perfect...

Pinterest pin showcasing four dishes with rice, that reads: Quick and Easy Rice Recipes.

What's New? RECIPES SHOP ABOUT YOUTUBE INSTAGRAM Catch Up on the Latest Cooking Tips. How to Use Garlic in Cooking: Easy Tips for Beginners This blog is all about teaching beginner home cooks how to use garlic in their cooking, with step-by-step tips on prepping, cooking, and storing garlic. Plus, it’s a live blog, so it gets updated often with more garlicky goodness! Learn More How to Cook: Quick and Easy Rice Recipes In this post, you'll discover easy rice recipes that anyone can master,...

New Recipe Just Posted! 3 MIN READ RECIPES SHOP ABOUT YOUTUBE INSTAGRAM Don't Miss Out Bold and Spicy Caribbean Beef Noodle Soup Recipe Twist Get Recipe What makes this special? The Ingredients with Steps More Soup Recipes Hey Reader! I hope you're doing okay, especially if you had to deal with the latest hurricane. Does it feel like fall yet where you are? For me, it never really feels like fall until the very last day of October when the weather finally starts cooling down. I'm from...

New Recipe Just Posted! 3 MIN READ RECIPES SHOP ABOUT YOUTUBE INSTAGRAM Don't Miss Out Instant Pot Spicy Beef Barley Stew: Hearty Comfort Get Recipe What Are Your Thoughts? Rate This Recipe More Soup Recipes Hey Reader! First of all, I wrote a lot. Use text-to-speech; I don't care. LOL. I'm just so darn excited. Welcome to the very first issue of the Fall Recipe Series for 2024! I’m SO excited to kick things off and get you in that kitchen whipping up delicious meals without stressing about...