Author name: Lauren Allen

Grilled Sweet Potatoes

A plate filled with sliced Grilled Sweet Potatoes next to a cup of homemade dipping sauce.If you haven’t tried Grilled Sweet Potatoes, you need to! We slice and toss them in olive oil, honey, garlic, and seasonings and grill them to perfection. I also included a creamy yogurt dip with fresh herbs that take it over the top! How to Grill Sweet Potatoes: Dipping sauce: Combine all sauce ingredients in…

Quinoa Burger

An easy homemade Quinoa Burger recipe served on a bun with melted provolone, arugula, and tomato.I’m convinced this is the best Quinoa Burger recipe; it’s so flavorful, packed with protein, and so easy to make. You won’t miss the meat! How to make Quinoa Burgers: Combine and Shape: Mix quinoa, brown rice, chopped spinach, red bell peppers, panko breadcrumbs, eggs, and spices in a large mixing bowl. Cover and refrigerate…

Italian Pasta Salad

A zesty Italian Pasta Salad recipe served in a large bowl with rotini pasta, mozzarella cheese pearls, salami, black olives, cherry tomatoes, and parmesan cheese.Our favorite easy Italian Pasta Salad recipe is delicious, filling, and perfect for a make-ahead lunch, picnic, or potluck. How to make Pasta Salad: Make Dressing and Cook Pasta: Combine olive oil, red wine vinegar, parsley, onion, lemon juice, basil, oregano, salt, sugar, and pepper to make dressing. Cook Pasta according to package instructions drain…

Cheeseburger Pizza

The best Cheeseburger Pizza recipe cut into slices and ready to serve!This Papa John’s Cheeseburger Pizza copycat recipe has a special sauce spread on a crispy pizza crust then topped with ground beef, mozzarella, pickles, and onion. It’s a fun and unique pizza flavor that everyone loves! How to make Cheeseburger Pizza: Assemble: Pre-bake homemade pizza crust for 6 minutes. Cook ground beef in a skillet…

Penne alla Vodka

The best Penne Alla Vodka recipe in a large pan, garnished with fresh basil leaves and parmesan cheese.Our easy Penne alla Vodka recipe is creamy, flavorful, and restaurant worthy! We love to garnish it with parmesan and fresh basil and serve with breadsticks. How to make Penne alla Vodka: Make Sauce: Heat olive oil and butter over medium low heat. Add onion and cook until translucent. Add garlic and crushed red pepper.…

Blueberry Pie

An easy Blueberry Pie recipe with a lattice crust, baked until golden and ready to slice and serve.Our easy Blueberry Pie recipe is loaded with fresh blueberries and a hint of lemon. Most importantly, it holds it’s shape perfectly when served. How to make Blueberry Pie: Assemble: Make the blueberry pie filling by combining blueberries, sugar, tapioca, lemon zest and lemon juice. Gently stir to coat the berries,then let the mixture rest.…

Chili Cheese Dip

An easy Chili Cheese Dip made with just four ingredients served in a white bowl with tortilla chips.This easy Chili Cheese Dip is made in just 10 minutes with only 4 ingredients (chili, cheese, cream cheese, and salsa)! It’s warm, cheesy, and the ultimate party dip! Make it on the stovetop or slow cooker! Let’s make it, with only 4 Ingredients: Add all ingredients to a saucepan over medium-low heat. Cook, stirring…

Chocolate Babka

A slice of an easy Chocolate Babka recipe with chocolate swirls throughout on a cutting board.This Chocolate Babka recipe is so soft and moist with beautiful swirls of chocolate in every bite. It’s easier than you think and you’ll feel like a professional baker. How to make Chocolate Babka: Dough: Add flour, sugar, and yeast to the bowl of a stand mixer with a dough hook or in a large mixing…

Meal Plan (207)

A collage of 5 recipes from meal plan 207.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 Salmon Tacos, Mediterranean Meatball Bowl, Boursin Pasta, Cevapi, and Panang Curry. Monday: Salmon Tacos $25.79 Tuesday: Mediterranean Meatball Bowl $14.24 Wednesday: Boursin Pasta $13 Thursday: Cevapi $31 Friday: Panang…

Esquites (Mexican Corn in a Cup)

A cup of homemade Esquites recipe, or Mexican Street Corn in a cup topped with cheese, cilantro, and a wedge of lime.This Esquites recipe could be my favorite way to enjoy fresh corn on the cob in the form of Mexican Street Corn in a cup! It’s fun and so flavorful, plus you can use frozen corn to enjoy it year-round. How to make Esquites: Cook Corn: Heat butter in a pan over medium heat then…

Seafood Pasta

A pan filled with a creamy Seafood Pasta recipe loaded with shrimp, clams, mussels, and scallops.This easy Seafood Pasta recipe is perfect when you want a quick and easy gourmet meal; it can be ready to eat in under 30-minutes. How to make Seafood Pasta: Cook Pasta: Cook pasta according to package instructions in a large pot of salted boiling water, until al dente. Drain noodles but reserve 1 cup…

Rice Pilaf

The best Rice Pilaf recipe in a large bowl with chopped parsley stirred in.The best Rice Pilaf recipe has rice toasted in butter until golden then cooked in chicken broth with seasonings. It pairs perfectly with any main dish and is picky-eater approved! How to make Rice Pilaf: Combine: Rinse rice well in a fine mesh strainer. Toast the rice in a saucepan with butter until it’s golden.…

White Pizza (Pizza Bianca)

White pizza cut into slices, on a pizza peel.This homemade White Pizza recipe ditches the red sauce for a base made with olive oil, garlic, and a creamy ricotta cheese mixture. We top it with more white cheeses and bake until it’s bubbly and golden. How to make White Pizza: Roll out and pre-bake Pizza Dough for 5 minutes. Remove from oven and…

Sausage Balls

A bowl of Cheesy Sausage Balls baked and ready to eat.This cheesy Sausage Balls recipe are made from scratch and have the most incredible flavor! They couldn’t be easier to make and can be served for breakfast, brunch, appetizer, or literally any time! How to make Sausage Balls: Make Sausage Mixture: Remove sausage and shredded cheese from the fridge and rest on counter for 30…

Mexican Torta

A Mexican Torta recipe with breaded, crispy chicken (chicken milanese), cheese, refried beans, guacamole, and pickled peppers on a white plate.Mexican Tortas (or Torta Mexicana) is a popular sandwich in Mexico with crispy, breaded chicken (chicken milanese), cheese, refried beans, guacamole, and pickled peppers. It’s one of my very favorite sandwiches! How to make a Mexican Torta: Cook Chicken: Pound the chicken breast halves until they are thin (or slice the chicken horizontally into thin…

The Best Homemade BBQ Sauce

A jar filled with an easy homemade bbq sauce recipe spilling over the edge with a basting brush in it.It’s so easy to make our Homemade BBQ Sauce recipe and I bet you have what you need. It has the perfect balance of smokey, tangy, and sweet and we use it for marinating, dipping, and grilling. How to make Homemade BBQ Sauce: Combine: Add all ingredients to a saucepan and mix. Cook over medium…

Homemade Rum Cake

An easy Rum Cake recipe served on a wooden platter with a glaze drizzled on top and a piece cut to show the soft texture.We’re so in love with this easy Rum Cake recipe that’s super soft, moist, and infused with the most delicious glaze. It’s simple enough for beginners but impressive enough for guests. How to make Rum Cake: Make Cake Batter: Whisk milk, sour cream, and rum and allow to come to room temperature. In a separate…

Crema Catalana

A Spanish Crema Catalana recipe in a shallow ramekin, topped with a layer of caramelized sugar being scooped up with a spoon.This Spanish Crema Catalana recipe has a smooth and creamy custard topped with a layer of crunchy caramelized sugar. It’s easily made on the stove and takes less than 30 minutes to prep! How to make Crema Catalana: Make Custard: Add milk, cinnamon stick, lemon and/or orange peel, salt, and vanilla bean pod (if using)…

Burrata Salad

A tomato Burrata Salad recipe with a simple lemon vinaigrette, veggies, fresh herbs, and toasted pita croutons.Our Burrata Salad recipe is as beautiful as it is delicious, made with tomatoes, cucumbers, burrata, and fresh herbs on a bed of mixed greens. It’s topped with toasted pita and a simple lemon dressing, for the best 15 minute salad. How to make Burrata Salad: Make Pita Chips: Break the pita bread into small,…

Baked Mac and Cheese

The best Baked Mac and Cheese recipe in a square baking dish with a spoonful being lifted up.This is the most drool-worthy, best Baked Mac and Cheese recipe, with a homemade cheesy sauce, crispy bacon, and golden buttery breadcrumbs. It is totally restaurant-worthy and will win over the whole family! How to make Baked Mac and Cheese: Cook Pasta and Bacon: Cook your favorite pasta according to package instructions, but just until…

Flour Tortillas

A stack of homemade flour tortillas on a clean kitchen cloth, ready to serve.Nothing compares to soft, homemade Flour Tortillas made with just 5 simple pantry ingredients. They are easy, quick, and taste so fresh! How to make Flour Tortillas: Make the Dough: Stir flour, salt and baking powder in a bowl. Add butter and slowly mix in hot water, a little at a time, until a dough forms.…

Meal Plan (206)

A collage of 5 recipes from meal plan 206.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 Sweet and Sour Chicken, Ground Beef Tacos, Black Bean Burger, Thai Basil Chicken, and Swedish Meatballs. Did you know you can customize this meal plan, swap out recipes, and…

Street Corn Dip

An easy Mexican Street Corn Dip recipe in a large bowl with frito chips scattered around it, ready to enjoy.This easy Mexican Street Corn Dip recipe only takes 15 minutes and has all of the flavors we love, made with fresh or frozen corn. How to make Street Corn Dip: Sauté Veggies and Make Sauce: Sauté onion in hot oil over medium heat for 3 minutes then add corn, diced green chiles, and water.…

Mexican Pizza (Taco Bell Copycat)

The best Taco Bell Mexican Pizza recipe served on a wooden cutting board, cut into fourths and topped with olives, chopped tomatoes, green onions, and sour cream.This Taco Bell Mexican Pizza copycat recipe tastes better (and is healthier) then the one from the drive thru, and so fun for any night of the week. How to make Mexican Pizza: Assemble and Bake: Cook ground beef, season with taco seasoning and water, stirring to combine. Lightly pan fry the corn tortillas in…

Peanut Butter Mug Cake

The best Peanut Butter Mug Cake recipe in a white mug with a few chocolate chips on top and a spoon scooping up a bite.Nothing beats our easy Peanut Butter Mug Cake that’s moist, flavorful, and ready in less than 5 minutes. Grab a few pantry staples and let’s satisfy your sweet tooth! How to make a Peanut Butter Mug Cake: Combine: Mix flour, sugar, and baking powder in a microwave safe mug then stir in milk, oil or…

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