Cook Like a Chef by Amelia Levin | Substack

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November 24, 2025

Nov 23, 2025 • Cook Like a Chef

This is how you fibermaxx.

A heathcare and former grain company chef teaches us how to cook whole grains and legumes like a chef. Just in time for National Nutrition Month.

Mar 23 • Cook Like a Chef

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How to Cook Grains and Legumes Like a Chef

We learn the art of cooking pulses with self-described "grains geek" Chef "Jay Z" Ziobrowski.

Mar 23 • Cook Like a Chef

Crimson Lentil Bolognese

A hearty, plant-forward take on classic bolognese, this version uses red lentils for a rich, satisfying texture with added fiber and protein.

Mar 23 • Cook Like a Chef

How to Cook Quinoa Like a Chef

Chef “Jay Z” Ziobrowski, who used to work for a premium grain and quinoa supplier, gives us tips on cooking this high-protein seed like a pro.

Mar 23 • Cook Like a Chef

recipes

Crimson Lentil Bolognese

A hearty, plant-forward take on classic bolognese, this version uses red lentils for a rich, satisfying texture with added fiber and protein.

Mar 23 • Cook Like a Chef

Nutty (Cheesy) Farro with Mushrooms and Spinach

Makes a great meatless main or comforting side that’s great with chicken—or combine the best of both worlds by adding a little cooked chicken at the end…

Mar 20 • Cook Like a Chef

Cannellini and Tomato Salad

A pantry staple and great “emergency” side salad.

Mar 18 • Cook Like a Chef

Simple Barbecue Sauce

My mom’s recipe based on a sweeter style. This recipe does call for brown sugar, FYI.

Mar 18 • Cook Like a Chef

Grandma’s Ooey-Gooey Browned Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies

A Lily and Jonah favorite. Rich, sweet and a little salty at the same time. Recipe by Karen A. Levin.

Mar 18 • Cook Like a Chef

chef school

How to Cook Quinoa Like a Chef

Chef “Jay Z” Ziobrowski, who used to work for a premium grain and quinoa supplier, gives us tips on cooking this high-protein seed like a pro.

Mar 23 • Cook Like a Chef

How to Cook Lentils like a Chef

Chef "Jay Z" Ziobrowski shares his tips for coking the high-fiber food like a pro (and shares a couple unexpected tips)

Mar 23 • Cook Like a Chef

How to Time and Plate Multiple Dishes at Once

Timing is everything in a restaurant kitchen. The same is true at home.

Mar 15 • Cook Like a Chef

How to Thaw Frozen Shrimp Quicky

I always keep a bag of frozen shrimp on hand so I do this often while prepping dinner.

Mar 14 • Cook Like a Chef

Chef Daniel Pliska Shares a Foolproof Way to Cook Fish

All you need is a flaky fish, baking dish and some liquid.

Mar 8 • Cook Like a Chef

newsletters

This is how you fibermaxx.

A heathcare and former grain company chef teaches us how to cook whole grains and legumes like a chef. Just in time for National Nutrition Month.

Mar 23 • Cook Like a Chef

Timing is everything.

An important Chef School lesson for cooking like a chef at home.

Mar 16 • Cook Like a Chef

An unavoidable, important topic if we're talking cooking. THE most important topic. How-to videos included.

Mar 2 • Cook Like a Chef

“Life is too short to eat store-bought cheese.”

A short pause for an important person in the chef (and dining) world.

Feb 23 • Cook Like a Chef

How chefs create a clean, calm and confident workspace.

A lesson in mindfulness and daily practice on the eve of two very symbolic holidays.

Feb 16 • Cook Like a Chef

The Weekly Plan

The Weekly Plan (March 23-29)

Beans, legumes and grains!

Mar 22 • Cook Like a Chef

The Weekly Plan (March 16 - 22)

Easy recipes, a sheet pan dinner, plus a St. Patty's Day recipe if you want it.

Mar 15 • Cook Like a Chef

The Weekly Plan (March 8-14)

Buy (and Cook) Once, Use Twice again, plus some new recipes!

Mar 8 • Cook Like a Chef

The Weekly Plan (March 2-8)

We're back with Cook Once, Eat Twice, this time with some Do-Ahead Ideas to make your week super easy and not cook every single night!

Mar 1 • Cook Like a Chef

The Weekly Plan (Feb. 22-28)

We're going all 20-minute, all one-pot/one-dish for this week! Recipes from my mom's popular cookbooks that have stood the test of time.

Feb 22 • Cook Like a Chef

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