Marcus Reed

Marcus Reed
Marcus Reed
Quick Weeknight Dinners & One-Pan Comfort Food

Marcus, a busy dad and recipe developer – Quick weeknight dinners and one-pan comfort food. Fast, hearty meals with minimal cleanup.

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Meet Marcus Reed

I'm Marcus, and I'm intimately familiar with the 5:30 PM panic of wondering what to feed a hungry family. As a working dad, I spent years relying on takeout and frozen food because I simply didn't have the energy to cook a complex meal after a long day. I realized I needed a system. I started experimenting with skillet meals, sheet pan dinners, and slow cookers to create real food that doesn't demand hours of my evening.

My Culinary Philosophy

My Background & Expertise

I don't have a culinary degree; I have a degree in "getting it done." I spent the last decade mastering the art of the 30-minute meal through pure trial and error. My friends started asking for my weeknight dinner rotations, which led me to team up with Betty. Now, I love sharing my time-saving hacks, my favorite grocery store shortcuts, and the comfort food recipes that save my weeknights.

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My Latest recipes:

Chicken Tenders: Ultra-Crispy and Homemade

Chicken Tenders in 33 Minutes

Get juicy Chicken Tenders with a Panko crust. This Homemade Chicken Tenders Recipe uses a buttermilk soak. Check our common mistakes checklist for success.

Mac and Cheese: Ultimate Easy Recipe

Mac and Cheese in 15 Minutes

Mac and Cheese made from scratch is a family favorite. This Homemade Mac and Cheese is silky and rich. Use our step-by-step timing guide for perfect pasta.

Mild Turkey Meatballs: Juicy and Tender

Turkey Meatballs in 35 Minutes

These juicy Turkey Meatballs are a hit for picky eaters. Use our healthy ground turkey meatballs guide and common mistakes checklist for a fail-proof meal.

Shrimp Scampi: Easy Two Person Meal

Shrimp Scampi in 15 Minutes

This Shrimp Scampi is a zesty shrimp scampi recipe for two. Use our easy two person scampi tips and common mistakes checklist. Ready in just 15 minutes!

Quick Steak: Pan-Seared for Two

Quick Steak in 20 Minutes

This Quick Steak is perfect for a romantic steak dinner for two at home. Use our temperature chart for a juicy center. Ready in just 20 minutes.

Creamy Garlic Chicken and Orzo: Lazy One Pot

Lazy One Pot Meal in 35 Minutes

This Lazy One Pot Meal uses pasta starch for a velvety sauce. These simple one-pot meals are ideal for family. Includes a common mistakes checklist. 35 min!