Author name: Lauren Allen

Peanut Butter Bars

A stack of chewy peanut butter bars topped with a layer of peanut butter and a chocolate frosting on a plate to share.Our old fashioned Peanut Butter Bars recipe has a thick and chewy base topped a quick chocolate glaze. They’re perfect for potlucks or parties and can be made ahead or frozen! How to make Peanut Butter Bars: Make Dough: With a hand mixer or stand mixer, cream butter, sugar, and brown sugar together. Add eggs,…

Salsa Roja

An easy Salsa Roja recipe in a bowl surrounding by veggies and chips.This homemade Salsa Roja is ready in 15 minutes and made with fresh tomatoes, onion, jalapeño, and garlic. I love to serve it with tamales, pupusas, chimichangas, and more! Want more dip recipes? Try Pico de Gallo, Easy Homemade Salsa, Hummus, or Mango Salsa! How to make Salsa Roja: Blend and Simmer: Add tomato, onion,…

Meringue Roulade

A meringue roulade dessert with a berry filling, topped with whipped mascarpone cream and fresh berries.This Meringue Roulade dessert has a light crispy exterior with a soft, marshmallow-like center. It’s a sophisticated dessert everyone loves, yet it’s very easy to make! How to make Meringue Roulade: Make Meringue: Use cold eggs to separate the yolks from the whites, being careful to not get any yolk into the whites. Let it…

Meal Plan (205)

A collage of 5 recipes from meal plan 205.Using a weekly meal plan is the best way to cook healthier for your family and save money and time! This week’s menu includes our popular Mini Meatloaf, Black Pepper Chicken, Pink Sauce Pasta, Baked Salmon, and Pot Roast. Did you know you can customize this meal plan, swap out recipes, and make your own…

French Toast Casserole

A piece of easy Baked French Toast Casserole on a small white plate.This overnight French Toast Casserole recipe only takes 15 minutes to prep then it’s baked in the morning. It has all the flavor we love from french toast with an incredible crunchy cinnamon sugar streusel topping! How to make Overnight French Toast Casserole: Combine and Refrigerate: Butter the bottom and sides of a 9×13” pan.…

Key Lime Pie

An easy Key Lime Pie recipe with one slice being raised from the pie to serve.The best Key Lime Pie recipe has a creamy, fresh, and flavorful 4-ingredient filling on top of a homemade graham cracker crust. It’s so easy to make and great to make in advance! How to make Key Lime Pie: Make Crust and Filling: Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter in a small bowl…

Pizza Dough

A homemade Pizza Dough recipe rolled out and surrounded by the supplies for a homemade pepperoni pizza.This homemade Pizza Dough recipe is a staple everyone needs, made with inexpensive pantry ingredients and it can be cooked in the oven, air fryer, pizza oven, or on the grill. Pizza Night Made Easy Ready to Get Saucy? This Pizza Dough is the Perfect Base From Dough to Delicious: My Foolproof Pizza Dough Recipe…

Sugar Cookie Bars

A frosted Sugar Cookie Bar on a square of parchment paper, topped with rainbow sprinkles.Our easy Sugar Cookie Bars recipe has a soft and chewy cookie bar topped with cream cheese frosting. It’s all the flavor you love, without the chilling, rolling, or cutting, so they’re perfect for potlucks, parties, and holidays. How to make Sugar Cookie Bars: Make Cookie Dough: Cream butter and sugar in a mixing bowl…

Chicken and Rice Enchiladas

A pan filled with Chicken and Rice Enchiladas baked until the cheese is melted and chopped cilantro sprinkled on top.I can’t think of many cozier dinners than Chicken and Rice Enchiladas, loaded with beans, corn, veggies and a creamy sauce, and baked with enchilada sauce and cheese. How to make Chicken and Rice Enchiladas: Make Filling: In a very large bowl, combine all ingredients except for the tortillas and enchilada sauce then stir to…

Carrot Cake

The best Carrot Cake recipe on a marble cake stand with a piece being lifted to serve.The best Carrot Cake recipe is extra moist from buttermilk and crushed pineapple and has a hefty coating of dreamy cream cheese frosting. This is my birthday cake of choice every single year! How to make Carrot Cake: Make Cake Batter: Combine eggs, granulated sugar, brown sugar, oil, buttermilk, vanilla, and pineapple in a large…

Breakfast Biscuits

A homemade Breakfast Biscuits recipe made with eggs, cheese and sausage on a wire cooling rack.Our Homemade Breakfast Biscuits are the perfect way to start your day, packed with protein, super filling and freezer-friendly too, so you can batch cook them and have grab and go breakfast. How to make Breakfast Biscuits: Sauté Veggies and Cook Meat: Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat then add onion and bell…

Pita Bread

A stack of homemade pita bread on a dish towel, freshly cooked and ready to eat.Homemade Pita Bread couldn’t be easier to make! It’s soft, delicious, and only requires 10 minutes to prep! They are versatile and freezer friendly too! How to make Pita Bread: Prepare Dough: Combine water, yeast, sugar, salt, olive oil, and 1 cup flour. Gradually add more flour, a little at a time, until the dough…

Ham Bone Soup

An easy Ham Bone Soup recipe with potatoes, ham, carrots, zucchini, and beans in a delicious broth, served in a bowl.There’s so much to love about our old fashioned Ham Bone Soup recipe loaded with potatoes, beans, ham, and vegetables in a delicious broth. It can be made in the slow cooker or on the stove. How to make Ham Bone Soup: Slow Cooker Method (Recommended): Make Broth: In a slow cooker, add ham bone,…

Ranger Cookies (Cowboy Cookies)

Five Ranger Cookies arranged on a wooden board with parchment paper, ready to share.Ranger Cookies (Cowboy Cookies) are upgraded chocolate chip cookies with oats, and cornflakes added. It’s perfectly chewy with an addicting texture and flavor! How to make Ranger Cookies: Cookie Dough: Mix butter and sugars with a hand mixer or stand mixer until creamed together. Mix in eggs and vanilla. Add flour, baking powder, baking soda,…

Patatas Bravas

An easy Patatas Bravas recipe with crispy potatoes, bravas sauce, and a garlic aioli served in a bowl.This easy Patatas Bravas recipe has become a staple in our lives here in Barcelona. It’s crispy, flavorful, and the homemade sauce and aioli takes it over the top! The Crispy, Saucy Secret I’m Finally Sharing. Get Ready to Fall Head-Over-Heels for Crispy Potatoes. Patatas Bravas: Crispy. Saucy. Done! How to make Patatas Bravas: Make…

Air Fryer Chicken Nuggets

A plate of homemade chicken nuggets cooked in the air fryer, with ketchup and mustard as dipping sauces.Our Air Fryer Chicken Nuggets recipe is healthier, tastes better, and is cooked in the air fryer for that perfect crispy coating on the outside, juicy on the inside. It’s a meal even the pickiest eaters will love! Check out all of my air fryer recipes. I recommend Air Fryer Salmon Bites, Air Fryer Meatballs,…

Matzo Ball Soup

The best Matzo Ball Soup recipe served in a bowl with a flavorful broth with carrots, celery, and herbs and three matzo balls.There’s nothing quite like a traditional Matzo Ball Soup recipe made with homemade chicken broth, matzo balls, and plenty of veggies. It’s healthy and flavorful and easy to prep ahead. How to make Matzo Ball Soup: Make Broth: Place chicken in a large stock pot then add celery, onion, carrot, bay leaf, peppercorns, parsley, and…

Easy Vegetable Dip

The best vegetable dip recipe with fresh, pantry ingredients and no packets.My easy Vegetable Dip recipe is made with simple pantry ingredients and no packets! It’s fresh, creamy, and absolutely addicting! Serve with your favorite raw veggies and watch it disappear. How to make Vegetable Dip: Combine all the ingredients in a bowl and stir well until. Store this healthy vegetable dip in the fridge until…

Pan con Tomate

Pan con Tomate with slices of toasted baguette then topped with a tomato olive oil mixture with sprinkled flake salt. Ready to enjoy.Our favorite breakfast, snack, or anytime food is Spanish Pan con Tomate, with perfectly toasted bread topped with garlic, tomato, olive oil and sea salt. It’s simply delicious! How to make Pan con Tomate: Grate Tomatoes: Cut tomatoes in half and use the large holes of the box grater to grate the inside tomato flesh into…

Baked Chicken Meatballs

Homemade Baked Chicken Meatballs served on a plate on top of wild rice pilaf and cooked green beans.This baked Chicken Meatballs recipe is made with ground chicken and simple pantry ingredients, baked in the oven. They pair well with anything and everything, plus they’re healthy, flavorful, and freezer friendly. How to make Chicken Meatballs: Combine Ingredients: Dump all of the ingredients into a large mixing bowl. Use a meat chopper, spoon, or…

Lemon Tiramisu

A piece of an easy lemon tiramisu dessert on a white plate, showing the delicious layers.The best Lemon Tiramisu recipe has ladyfingers dipped in a lemon syrup and layered with a whipped mascarpone and homemade lemon curd. It’s fresh, beautiful, and the perfect make ahead, no-bake dessert! I’m Officially Declaring My Love for This Lemon Tiramisu. Lemon Tiramisu That’ll Steal the Show No-Bake, All-Wow: My Lemon Tiramisu Is the Ultimate…

Banana Bread

Two thick slices of the best banana bread stacked on a plate, ready to enjoy.The best Banana Bread recipe is soft, moist, and turns out perfectly every single time! This is our go-to banana bread recipe we have made thousands of times! How to make Banana Bread: Make Batter: Mash three bananas in a bowl. Mix butter and sugar in a separate bowl, until light and fluffy. Add eggs,…

Mole Sauce

An easy mole recipe served over chicken with Mexican rice and tortillas on the side.This authentic Mole Sauce (Mole Poblano) is made by toasting and blending sweet and earthy ingredients and spices to make a rich sauce. Serve it as a main course over chicken, or with enchiladas, tacos, and burritos. If you want to go the extra milke, serve Mexican Mole with a glass of Horchata and Tres Leches…

Instant Pot Chicken Enchilada Soup

A bowl of Instant Pot Chicken Enchilada Soup topped with shredded cheese, green onions, adn sour cream.This Instant Pot Chicken Enchilada Soup recipe is creamy, flavorful, and delicious on a chilly day! Top with shredded cheese, sour cream, green onions, avocado, and crushed tortilla chips. How to make Instant Pot Chicken Enchilada Soup: Sear Chicken and Sauté Vegetables: Sear chicken thighs in a little oil on the instant pot sauté setting.…

Yellow Cake

A slice of a moist yellow cake with chocolate frosting on a plate with a fork.Our soft and moist Yellow Cake recipe is topped with a simple homemade chocolate frosting. There is a reason why this is a classic, and I promise it tastes better than anything you can get from a box! Yellow Cake vs White Cake vs Vanilla Cake: Yellow Cake can often get confused for white cake…