Author name: Lauren Allen

Thanksgiving Stuffing

The BEST Thanksgiving Stuffing recipe baked in a white casserole dish with a wooden spoon lifting some up.I’m convinced our homemade Thanksgiving Stuffing recipe is the BEST out there, and it’s very easy to make using dried bread cubes, fresh herbs, veggies and sausage. This beloved stuffing joins our other Thanksgiving staples each year, like my Easy Thanksgiving Turkey, Homemade Dinner Rolls, Sweet Potato Casserole, Mashed Potatoes, and Cranberry Sauce. How to…

Roasted Pumpkin Seeds

A bowl full of roasted pumpkin seeds with salt and cayenne pepper, cooked until golden brown.Can’t think of a seasonal snack I love more than our flavorful Roasted Pumpkin Seeds. They’re crunchy, healthy and so easy to make. After you scoop the seeds out, don’t forget to use the rest to make your own pumpkin puree, or make a delicious dinner inside the pumpkin! Roasted Pumpkin Seeds That’ll Disappear Faster…

Harvest Bowls

A harvest bowl recipe with tender chicken, brussels sprouts, sweet potato, pecans, pomegranate seeds, and a sliced avocado on top of a bed of coconut rice.This Harvest Bowl recipe has coconut rice with roasted vegetables, tender chicken, and an easy sweet curry sauce on top. It’s healthy, delicious, and my favorite Fall meal! I have so many great “bowl” recipes! Try Egg Roll in a Bowl, Tahini Chicken Bowls, Hot Honey Salmon Bowls, or Hawaiian Bowls! How to make Harvest…

Homemade Dinner Rolls

A basket of the best homemade dinner rolls with butter gleaming on top, ready to enjoy.The best Homemade Dinner Rolls are soft, fluffy, and absolutely irresistible. They’re surprisingly easy to make, using basic pantry ingredients. If you love bread and roll recipes, try Garlic Knots, Cinnamon Rolls, Homemade Breadsticks, or Buttermilk Biscuits! How to make Homemade Rolls: Dough: Proof yeast by mixing warm water, yeast, and a pinch of sugar…

Jalapeño Poppers

An easy Jalapeño Poppers recipe stuffed with a cream cheese and cheddar cheese mixture then wrapped in crispy bacon.Our easy bacon wrapped Jalapeño Poppers recipe is stuffed with a creamy and flavorful filling with a layer of crispy bacon. They’re easy to make and vanish at every gathering! If you love fun appetizers, try our Bacon Wrapped Dates, Blistered Shishito Peppers, Cowboy Caviar, or Pizza Sliders. How to make Jalapeño Poppers: Par Cook…

Pizza Casserole

An easy pizza casserole recipe with a scoop being lifted to show the cheesy pasta with pepperoni, olives, bell peppers, and meat.This easy Pizza Casserole recipe is a mash-up of a supreme pizza and a cozy baked pasta. It’s so simple to make and a delicious meal the whole family will enjoy. Want more pasta recipes? Try Manicotti, Chicken Marsala Pasta, Pastalaya, Truffle Mac and Cheese, or Baked Ziti! How to make Pizza Casserole: Prep Ingredients:…

Meal Plan (200)

A collage of 5 recipes from meal plan 200.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 Greek Burger with Feta Aioli, Manicotti, Chicken Cordon Bleu, Pad Thai, White Chicken Chili, and, for dessert, Flourless Chocolate Cake! Did you know you can customize this meal plan,…

Coconut Cream Pie

An easy Coconut Cream Pie recipe in a pie dish with one slice being lifted to show the creamy custard layer and fluffy whipped cream and toasted coconut sprinkled on top.The best Coconut Cream Pie recipe has a delicious and creamy filling and flaky pie crust, topped with a whipped cream frosting. It’s absolutely delicious and a crowd favorite! Nothing beats a homemade pie recipe! You have to try Lemon Cream Pie, Banana Cream Pie, No-Bake Cheesecake, German Chocolate Pie, Key Lime Pie, or Grasshopper…

Pumpkin Roll

An easy Pumpkin Roll recipe with three slices cut to show the perfect spiral.The best and easiest Pumpkin Roll recipe with a moist and tender crumb, filled with smooth cream cheese frosting. I have the best trick to make this simple and completely mess-free! Do you love pumpkin recipes? Try Pumpkin Spice Eggnog, Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies, Pumpkin Snickerdoodles, or Pumpkin Cake! How to make a Pumpkin Roll:…

Jalapeño Cornbread

A piece of Jalapeño Cheddar Cornbread with a slice of butter and a drizzle of honey on top.This cheddar Jalapeño Cornbread recipe is moist and packed full of flavor! It only takes 15 minutes to prep and everyone will think you got it from a restaurant. Want more bread recipes? Try Garlic Knots, Cheesy Breadsticks, Easy Homemade Breadsticks, or the Best Homemade Rolls! How to make Jalapeño Cornbread: Make Batter: Combine flour,…

Peanut Butter Popcorn

Peanut Butter Popcorn in a large white bowl with Reese's Pieces sprinkled throughout.This easy Peanut Butter Popcorn recipe has fresh popped popcorn tossed in an incredible 4-ingredient peanut butter sauce! I love to toss in some Reese’s Pieces and enjoy this 15 minute treat for movie and game nights! Looking for more snack recipes? Try Caramel Popcorn, Cowboy Caviar, Sweet Chex Mix, or Chex Mix! How to…

Caramel Sauce

A homemade Caramel Sauce recipe in a glass jar with some caramel dripping off a spoon to show the smooth consistency.The easiest homemade Caramel Sauce made in minutes, with just 5 basic ingredients. Enjoy it on top of ice cream, in your hot chocolate, or literally over anything! If you love caramel, you have to try my Homemade Caramels, Caramel Apples, Caramel Popcorn, Chocolate Covered Pretzels, or Chocolate Covered Marshmallows! How to make Caramel Sauce:…

Instant Pot Pasta and Meatballs

A bowl of Instant Pot Pasta and Meatballs topped with grated parmesan cheese and strips of basil, ready to enjoy.Instant Pot Pasta and Meatballs is one of my favorite busy weeknight dinners. Just add all the uncooked ingredients to the pot, press a button, and let the Instant pot do the work. Instant Pot recipes are so convenient! Try Beef Gyros, Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes, Instant Pot Spaghetti, Instant Pot Short Ribs, or Instant…

Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls

A homemade Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls recipe in a white baking dish with a cinnamon cream cheese frosting spread on top.This homemade Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls recipe is soft, fluffy, and tastes like fall! The cinnamon sugar filling has hints of ginger, nutmeg, and cloves, and a luscious cinnamon cream cheese frosting on top. Fall is for pumpkin recipes, like my favorite Pumpkin Cheesecake, Pumpkin Cupcakes, Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread, or Pumpkin French Toast! How to…

Meal Plan (199)

A collage of 5 dinner recipes from meal plan 199.Using a weekly meal plan is the best way to cook healthier for your family, save money, and time! This week’s menu includes our popular Dirty Rice, One Pan Pesto Chicken & Veggies, Lentil Soup, Halloween Pizza, and Cuban Sandwich. Did you know you can customize this meal plan, swap out recipes, and make your…

Chicken and Wild Rice Soup

A bowl of creamy Chicken and Wild Rice Soup packed with veggies and ready to enjoy.This creamy Chicken and Wild Rice Soup recipe has tender chicken, wild rice, and chopped veggies in a creamy, flavorful broth. It comforting and healthy, and you can make it on the stovetop in a slow cooker. If you love soup recipes, try our Chicken and Dumplings, Roasted Cauliflower Soup, Creamy Zuppa Toscana, Creamy Tortellini…

Spider Cookies

A plate of Halloween Spider Cookies with chocolate legs piped on with melted chocolate.As far as Halloween treats go, you can’t find easier or cuter than these Spider Cookies. They’re approachable for any age, and require no special equipment or ingredients. I love making Halloween recipes each year, like Halloween Brownies, Witch Hat Cupcakes, Halloween Pizzas, Halloween Cupcakes, or Pumpkin Cupcakes! How to make Spider Cookies: Make chocolate…

Skillet Cornbread

A Southern Skillet Cornbread recipe fresh out of the oven and ready to slice and enjoy.This cast iron Skillet Cornbread recipe has buttermilk, cornmeal, and real corn. We love this Southern method that makes a crispier, rich and flavorful crust. Cornbread is my weakness! Make sure to try my Jalapeño Cornbread, Buttermilk Cornbread, and my Cornbread Dressing. How to make Skillet Cornbread: Batter: Preheat cast-iron skillet in the oven at…

Pumpkin Mug Cake

An easy pumpkin mug cake with chocolate chips ready to be eaten.Satisfy your sweet tooth with an easy Pumpkin Mug Cake recipe in just 5 minutes! It’s so flavorful, with the perfect cake-like taste and texture. Pumpkin recipes are my favorite! Try Pumpkin Spice Eggnog, Pumpkin Pancakes, Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies, or Pumpkin Snickerdoodles! Ingredients Needed: How to make Pumpkin Mug Cake: Mix sugar, flour, cinnamon,…

Air Fryer Baked Potato

Three quick Air Fryer Baked Potatoes on a platter, split in half and sprinkled with salt and pepper.These quick Air Fryer Baked Potatoes get deliciously crispy skin on the outside with and fluffy insides. Season then serve as a main dish or side. Want more easy side dishes? Try Roasted Vegetables, Balsamic Roasted Carrots, Buttermilk Cornbread, or Broccoli Apple Salad. How to cook Baked Potatoes in Air Fryer: Prep Potatoes: Choose potatoes…

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies

A plate filled with soft pumpkin chocolate chip cookies, ready to enjoy.This soft Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies recipe is a must make every fall and only takes 20 minutes. They are moist, flavorful, and my top favorite fall cookie! I have too many favorite pumpkin recipes, like our Classic Pumpkin Roll, Pumpkin Mug Cake, Healthy Pumpkin Muffins, or Pumpkin Bars with Caramel Frosting! How to make…

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies

A plate filled with soft pumpkin chocolate chip cookies, ready to enjoy.This soft Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies recipe is a must make every fall and only takes 20 minutes. They are moist, flavorful, and my top favorite fall cookie! I have too many favorite pumpkin recipes, like our Classic Pumpkin Roll, Pumpkin Mug Cake, Healthy Pumpkin Muffins, or Pumpkin Bars with Caramel Frosting! How to make…

Meal Plan (198)

A collage of 5 dinner recipes from meal plan 198.Using a weekly meal plan is the best way to cook healthier for your family, save money, and time! This week’s menu includes our popular Chicken Pot Pie, Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas, Truffle Mac and Cheese, Buddha Bowl, and Hawaiian Haystacks. Did you know you can customize this meal plan, swap out recipes, and make…

Bananas Foster

An original bananas foster recipe served in a bowl with caramelized bananas, ice cream, and chopped walnuts.Our easy Bananas Foster recipe follows the traditional version with caramelized bananas served with vanilla ice cream. It’s an impressive dessert that tastes less than 15 minutes to make. Want more dessert recipes? Try Baked Apples, Flourless Chocolate Cake, Panna Cotta, Bread Pudding, or Caramel Popcorn! How to make Bananas Foster: Make Sauce: Slice bananas…

Birria Tacos

Birria Tacos served on a plate with a cup of consomé sauce for dipping.Elevate your Taco Tuesday with the best Birria Tacos recipe of tender shredded beef and melty cheese inside a crispy pan-fried taco. If you love taco recipes, you have to try Tacos Al Pastor, Korean Beef Tacos, Slow Cooker Chicken Tacos, or Salmon Tacos! Ingredients Needed: How to make Birria Tacos (in a nutshell): Prep…

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