Author name: Lauren Allen

18 Brownie Recipes That Practically Disappear at Bake Sales and Potlucks

Lemon Brownies offer bright citrus flavor and chewy texture for a crowd-friendly dessert that stands out from the chocolate.From fudgy classics to fruity twists, these no-fuss brownie and bar recipes are the first to vanish at any bake sale or potluck. When friends ask what you’re bringing, you want desserts that don’t just look good – but vanish fast. These recipes deliver just that: tried‑and‑true brownie and bar recipes that disappear at bake…

Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins

These easy Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins recipe is moist and perfectly spiced with a cream cheese filling and a crunchy streusel topping.Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins are a soft and moist pumpkin spice muffin filled with a creamy cheesecake center and topped with buttery streusel. This easy fall recipe is even better than the bakery and makes the perfect sweet breakfast, snack, or dessert. How to make Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins: Cream Cheese Filling: In a small…

Meal Plan (210)

A collage of 5 recipes from meal plan 210.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 Biscuit Chicken Pot Pie, Calzone, Quinoa Burger, Short Rib Ragu, and Cabbage Roll Soup. Monday: Biscuit Chicken Pot Pie $11 Tuesday: Calzone $8 Wednesday: Quinoa Burger $15 Thursday: Short…

This 500-Year-Old Turkish Breakfast Might Be the Best Egg Dish Ever

This easy Turkish Eggs recipe has perfectly poached eggs on a bed of lemon garlic yogurt, topped with a drizzle of a quick spiced chili butter.This delicious Turkish Eggs recipe (Cilbir) is a traditional Turkish breakfast dish made with creamy lemon garlic yogurt, perfectly poached eggs, and spiced chili butter. Served it with a warm pita or crusty bread for dipping. How to make Turkish Eggs: Mix Yogurt: In a bowl mix Greek yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.…

Sour Cream Pound Cake

The best Sour Cream Pound Cake recipe is moist, sweet, and so easy to make!This easy Sour Cream Pound Cake recipe is rich, buttery, and incredibly moist with a perfectly tender crumb. It’s a classic, easy-to-make bundt cake that’s perfect for any occasion. How to make Sour Cream Pound Cake: Make Cake Batter: In a small bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. In a separate large bowl,…

Short Rib Ragu

This short rib ragu recipe is restaurant-quality and so flavorful! It's easy to make and absolutely delicious!Our Short Rib Ragu recipe features fall-off-the-bone braised beef simmered in a rich tomato and red wine sauce, enveloped in pasta. It’s a restaurant-quality homemade ragu that’s easy to make and packed with flavor. How to make Short Rib Ragu: Sear Beef: Season short ribs with salt and pepper. Heat oil in a Dutch oven…

Bread Trends 2025: 10 Recipes Everyone is Loving

This homemade focaccia recipe is fluffy inside with crisp edges and can be topped with herbs, olives, or tomatoes for endless variations.The bread recipes everyone’s baking right now, from cozy classics to bold new favorites. There’s something about the smell of fresh bread baking that makes a house feel like home, especially as the weather cools and cozy season begins. In my kitchen, it always starts with our #1 staple: The Best and Simplest Homemade Bread.…

Thai Meatballs

These Thai-inspired Green Curry Meatballs are easy to make and have the most incredible green curry sauce. These Thai Meatballs are made in just 30 minutes and absolutely delicious!These Thai Meatballs are quick to make and bursting with bold, savory flavor from a homemade green curry coconut sauce. They’re the perfect 30-minute dinner served with jasmine rice or veggies. How to make Thai Meatballs: Thai Meatballs: Mix oats, egg, and milk; let sit 10 minutes. Add ground meat, ginger, curry paste, fish sauce,…

26 Fall Baking Recipes That Make Your Kitchen Smell Like a Dream

Pumpkin roll is an impressive dessert that’s simple to prepare and perfect for sharing.These Fall baking recipes just scream “cozy” with warm spices and seasonal flavors everyone will love. There’s nothing like the smell of fresh-baked treats in the fall. As the crisp air settles in and leaves start to turn, warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves fill the house and make it instantly cozy. From bubbling…

How to Can Applesauce

Canning Applesauce is the easiest canning recipe for beginners! Only 2 ingredients: apples and water! It's easy and delicious to stock your pantry with fresh applesauce all year!We love Canning Applesauce because it’s easy, healthier and a simple way to preserve the fresh taste of fall apples all year long. How to Can Applesauce: Prep Apples: If using an applesauce maker, leave the peels and core, cut apples in half or quarters and place in a large pot with a few inches of water.…

Chocolate Cobbler

This easy Chocolate Pudding Cake recipe is moist, decadent, and has the most incredible warm chocolate pudding naturally baked in the chocolate cake. It's easy to make in just a few minutes with simple pantry ingredients!This warm Chocolate Cobbler is a rich, gooey dessert with a fudgy pudding sauce that forms as it bakes. It’s made from scratch with simple pantry ingredients and is the perfect dessert, topped with vanilla ice cream! How to make Chocolate Pudding Cake: Make Batter: Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Chop butter and place in…

Cauliflower Salad

Cauliflower Salad made with raw cauliflower and cooked bacon,served in a bowl.This easy Cauliflower Salad recipe is loaded with bacon, red onion, and a sweet lemon basil dressing that ties it all together. It’s the perfect make-ahead side dish for potlucks, barbecues, or any weeknight dinner. How to make Cauliflower Salad: Cut Cauliflower: Remove the leaves, then cut around the stem to release the florets. Slice…

Pimento Cheese Dip

The BEST Pimento Cheese Dip on a plate next to sliced red peppers and crackers for dipping.Our easy homemade Pimento Cheese Dip recipe only takes 5 minutes and be served hot or cold as the perfect appetizer, dip, or sandwich spread! It’s creamy, tangy, and packed with flavor from sharp cheddar and sweet pimentos. How to make Pimento Cheese: Mix: Add all of the ingredients to a food processor or mixing…

14 Apple Recipes I Crave Every September

This Apple Pie is a classic homemade dessert that’s perfect for holidays or cozy weekend baking.Discover the best apple recipes for fall that turn crisp fruit into cozy desserts, salads, and snacks. Every September, like clockwork, I find myself craving the sweet crunch of apples in just about everything I make – from cozy breakfasts to nostalgic desserts. There’s something about that first bite into a crisp, juicy apple that…

Chicken Tikka Masala

The best Chicken Tikka Masala recipe is completely homemade with pantry ingredients and no special equipment. It's bold, creamy, and absolutely incredible!The best Chicken Tikka Masala recipe is easy to make at home and tastes just like your favorite Indian restaurant dish. Serve it over basmati rice with warm naan for a comforting, family-friendly meal everyone will love. How to make Chicken Tikka Masala at home: Cook Chicken: Marinate chopped chicken in a mixture of yogurt,…

21 High Protein Recipes That Feel Like a Cheat Day (But Aren’t)

This protein pizza lets me indulge without the guilt and is so tasty you won't miss getting take out.These high protein meals are so flavorful and satisfying, you’d never guess they’re macro-friendly. You know those days when you’re craving something hearty – maybe cheesy, saucy, or even a little indulgent? But you still want to stay on track with your macros? That’s exactly where these high protein recipes come in. Whether you’re meal-prepping…

Cabbage Roll Soup

The best Cabbage Roll Soup recipe is flavorful, rich, and has all the flavors we love from cabbage rolls in an easy, one-pot soup!This is the best Cabbage Roll Soup recipe with ground beef, pork, cabbage, and rice in a tangy tomato broth. It’s a cozy, one-pot meal that delivers all the rich, savory flavors of traditional cabbage rolls without the fuss. How to make Cabbage Roll Soup: Cook Meat: Heat a Dutch oven or large soup pot…

Calzones

Three homemade Calzones on a piece of parchment paper, with the middle one cut in half showing the cheese pulling apart.This homemade Calzones recipe is easy to make with pizza dough and stuffed with your favorite toppings like cheese, meats, and vegetables. They can be made in advance and are freezer friendly. Stromboli vs Calzone: The biggest difference between calzones and stromboli are how they’re shaped and sealed. Calzones are folded in half like a…

Breakfast Burritos (Freezer Friendly)

This easy Breakfast Burritos recipe is made with fluffy eggs, flavorful sausage, and crispy hashbrowns. It's perfect for making a big batch for breakfast burrito meal prep and enjoying them on-the-go all month long!Our Breakfast Burritos recipe is the ultimate make-ahead breakfast for busy mornings. Packed with eggs, sausage, cheese, and your favorite fillings, they reheat perfectly and make breakfast quick, hearty, and stress-free. How to make Breakfast Burritos: Cook Hashbrowns: Cook hashbrowns in a hot greased skillet for several minutes, undisturbed, until golden and crisp on the bottom.…

Cornbread Dressing

This old fashioned Cornbread Dressing has cornbread and french bread tossed in broth with sautéed vegetables. It's flavorful and so comforting!This best homemade Cornbread Dressing is made from scratch with a combination of cornbread and french bread, sautéed vegetables and fresh herbs. How to make Cornbread Dressing: Dry the Bread: Spread cornbread and bread cubes on baking sheets and let them dry out at room temperature for 1–2 days, or bake at 250°F for 30–45…

17 Easy Back to School Dinners for Busy Weeknights

These saucy Mongolian noodles come together fast for a weeknight dinner that’s hearty, flavorful, and family-approved.Easy back to school dinners your family will actually look forward to – in 30 minutes or less! When the school year kicks off, my dinner routine has to shift fast. Between homework, sports, and “Mom, what’s for dinner?” at 4:30 p.m., I lean hard on a handful of tried-and-true meals that are quick, simple,…

How to Can Tomatoes

This Canned Tomatoes recipe is easy, quick, and gives you healthy, flavorful tomatoes to use in your recipes all year round!A simple tutorial on How to Can Tomatoes with a water bath or steam canner, so you can enjoy fresh summer tomatoes all year long. Equipment needed: How to Can Tomatoes: Sterilize Canning Jars and Prep Lids: You run jars through a dishwasher cycle on high heat, or wash jars in hot soapy water, and…

Roasted Butternut Squash Salad

This Roasted Butternut Squash Salad is the perfect blend of warm, caramelized squash, crisp greens, and a tangy homemade dressing. It’s a flavorful and healthy fall salad recipe that makes a stunning side dish or light main course.Our Roasted Butternut Squash Salad is my favorite healthy fall salad recipe, with roasted squash, crisp greens, bacon, pecans and a tangy homemade dressing. Tips for Buying and Cutting Squash: How to make Butternut Squash Salad: Roast the Squash & Make Vinaigrette: Toss butternut squash with olive oil, salt, and pepper, then roast at 400°F…

18 Easy and Elegant Date Night Recipes to Try at Home

This classic chicken cordon bleu has crispy breading and melty cheese- perfect for an elevated yet approachable date night meal.Appetizers, Main Dishes, and Dessert date night recipes that feel fancy but are totally doable and make staying at home feel extra special. Cooking a nice meal at home can be just as special as going out, maybe even better. It’s quieter, more relaxed, and you get to skip the waitlists. These date night recipes…

Biscuit Chicken Pot Pie

The best Biscuit Chicken Pot Pie recipe has a flavorful and creamy chicken and veggie filling and topped with homemade buttery, flaky biscuits. It's a comforting family favorite!This easy Biscuit Chicken Pot Pie is our favorite way to make this ultimate comfort food, topped with golden, flaky biscuits instead of a pie crust. How to make Chicken Pot Pie with Biscuits: Cook Chicken: Season chicken with salt and pepper. Place in a saucepan, cover with water, and bring to a low boil.…

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