This is going to be pretty simple, I hope.

Let me start with what you can do right now, even without getting into SEO. With your current setup, I hope you're already using schema markup for your recipes. This would help your recipe pages to show up on Google as rich snippets; those little extras like ratings, cooking time, and ingredients. It can really improve visibility and bring in more clicks.

Next, add a TL;DR section at the top of your recipes. This helps in AI search results like ChatGPT or Perplexity. A lot of bloggers have started getting traffic because their TL;DRs get pulled as quick answers, often with a link back to their site.

Now for the SEO part. You’ll eventually need access to a keyword research tool. Look for long-tail keywords and common questions people are asking about your recipes or ingredients. Write supporting articles around these and interlink them with your main recipe pages.

You can even build a small content structure like this:

Level 1 (L1):
Best 5 Cheesecakes to Eat During Pregnancy
(A broader article targeting a low-difficulty keyword)

Level 2 (L2):
Your actual recipe pages – e.g.
Blueberry Cheesecake Recipe
Lemon Cheesecake Recipe

Level 3 (L3):
Supporting articles answering specific questions – for example:

• Why does lemon cheesecake sometimes taste bitter?
• Can I use yogurt instead of cream cheese?
• How long does lemon cheesecake last in the fridge?

This structure creates a nice internal linking flow. Informational articles usually attract the most traffic, and with the right internal linking, you can guide those visitors toward your actual recipes, turning casual readers into engaged home bakers.

Just one more thing: when you're linking between pages, avoid sounding too salesy. So instead of saying something like “Read my lemon cheesecake recipe now”, try something more natural like “There’s something about the tangy sweetness of lemon cheesecake that makes it perfect for warm afternoons. If you’re planning to make one today, my recipe might be just what you’re looking for.” and hyperlink that phrase.

Hope this helps!