About Thomas

Dump-and-go dinners, honest stories, and warm kitchens — welcome to my table.

Hi, I’m Thomas — a self-taught home cook, husband, and proud father of three wild (and wonderful) kids.
I believe dinner doesn’t have to be perfect — it just has to be made with love. And honestly? Sometimes love looks like tossing everything into a casserole dish and letting the oven do the rest.

From Small Kitchen to Big Flavor

I didn’t grow up dreaming of being a chef. I started cooking out of necessity — I was 15, helping my single mom keep our home running while she worked double shifts.

That’s when I learned food isn’t just about nourishment. It’s about comfort. It’s about connection. It’s about making something meaningful out of what you have.

My first “masterpiece”? A tuna noodle casserole topped with crushed crackers. It wasn’t fancy, but it filled our bellies — and the smile on my mom’s face that night stayed with me forever.

That’s where this journey began — not in a professional kitchen, but in a small, love-filled home.

Why I Started This Blog

As life got busier — work, marriage, parenting — I kept finding myself back in the kitchen.
Not because I had to… but because I wanted to.

There’s something grounding about preparing a warm, satisfying meal — even on the most ordinary Tuesday night.

Like many of you, I’ve had nights where cooking felt like just one more thing on the to-do list. But I’ve also had nights where the smell of bubbling cheese or baked pasta brought the whole family together with smiles.

That’s the kind of magic I want to share here.

Goold Recipes is my way of helping busy people — parents, students, anyone — cook meals that are easy, budget-friendly, and full of heart.

I focus on dump-and-go casseroles, freezer meals, and no-fuss recipes that don’t require pre-cooking or fancy techniques.

My Cooking Style

If you’re looking for recipes that are:

• Made with 7 ingredients or less
• Perfect for beginners
• Low on dishes, high on comfort
• Guaranteed to make your family say, “Can you make that again?”

You’re in the right place.

I believe food should be:

• Easy to cook
• Satisfying to eat
• And always worth sharing

What You’ll Find Here

This blog is full of recipes that are:

• Budget-friendly
• Family-approved
• Designed for real life (yes — even if eaten in pajamas)

But it’s more than just food. It’s also a collection of stories — because every dish has a memory.
Some recipes here got me through college. Others are what my kids beg for every weekend.

Everything I share here comes from a place of warmth, experience, and authenticity.

This isn’t just a recipe blog. It’s a space for connection.

Let’s Stay Connected

If you’ve made it this far — thank you. Truly.
Whether you’re a busy mom, a college student, or someone just looking for something warm to put on the table, I’m so glad you’re here.

Let’s keep in touch:

• Follow me on Pinterest for visual inspiration
• Join me on Facebook for weekly comfort food ideas
• Subscribe via email at [email protected] for new recipes, kitchen stories, and the occasional dad joke or tip

From my kitchen to yours —
Let’s make something comforting. Something easy. Something delicious.

— Thomas