Lauren Allen | Better From Scratch
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Easy Recipes | Mom of 4 | Living abroad in Spain
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🍜 Yellow Rice that looks fancy but is pure weeknight energy: basmati + saffron + turmeric + warm spices… and golden raisins for that sweet-savory pop. One pan, ~35 min, goes with everything. Recipe: bit.ly/3MaYnRp
February 14, 2026 at 4:52 PM
🍜 Yellow Rice that looks fancy but is pure weeknight energy: basmati + saffron + turmeric + warm spices… and golden raisins for that sweet-savory pop. One pan, ~35 min, goes with everything. Recipe: bit.ly/3MaYnRp
🍜 Spanish Paella at home!! no paella pan needed. Saffron rice + chicken thighs + shrimp, mussels & calamari, finished with that crispy socarrat. One-pan dinner that feels like a trip to Spain.
Recipe: bit.ly/4qBLP3C
Recipe: bit.ly/4qBLP3C
February 14, 2026 at 1:31 AM
🍜 Spanish Paella at home!! no paella pan needed. Saffron rice + chicken thighs + shrimp, mussels & calamari, finished with that crispy socarrat. One-pan dinner that feels like a trip to Spain.
Recipe: bit.ly/4qBLP3C
Recipe: bit.ly/4qBLP3C
🍜 No-knead artisan bread = bakery vibes with 4 pantry staples (flour, yeast, salt, water) + 5 min prep. Crispy golden crust, soft inside. Dutch oven or sheet pan.
Recipe: bit.ly/4rbdcSZ
What are you serving it with? soup, salad, or butter-only?
Recipe: bit.ly/4rbdcSZ
What are you serving it with? soup, salad, or butter-only?
February 12, 2026 at 5:49 PM
🍜 No-knead artisan bread = bakery vibes with 4 pantry staples (flour, yeast, salt, water) + 5 min prep. Crispy golden crust, soft inside. Dutch oven or sheet pan.
Recipe: bit.ly/4rbdcSZ
What are you serving it with? soup, salad, or butter-only?
Recipe: bit.ly/4rbdcSZ
What are you serving it with? soup, salad, or butter-only?
Chocolate is the love language 🍜💘
I rounded up 23 cozy Valentine’s Day chocolate desserts—from chocolate covered strawberries + truffles to mousse cake + skillet cookie. Perfect for a night in (or gifting).
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I rounded up 23 cozy Valentine’s Day chocolate desserts—from chocolate covered strawberries + truffles to mousse cake + skillet cookie. Perfect for a night in (or gifting).
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23 Irresistible Valentine’s Day Chocolate Recipes for a Cozy Night In
Make your night extra special with cozy Valentine’s Day chocolate recipes you can bake from scratch - no fancy skills required.
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February 11, 2026 at 7:10 PM
Chocolate is the love language 🍜💘
I rounded up 23 cozy Valentine’s Day chocolate desserts—from chocolate covered strawberries + truffles to mousse cake + skillet cookie. Perfect for a night in (or gifting).
Link: bit.ly/4qx009Z
I rounded up 23 cozy Valentine’s Day chocolate desserts—from chocolate covered strawberries + truffles to mousse cake + skillet cookie. Perfect for a night in (or gifting).
Link: bit.ly/4qx009Z
🍜 Dark roux = deep flavor. This Authentic New Orleans Gumbo is loaded with chicken, andouille sausage + shrimp, then served over fluffy rice. Cozy, bold, and so worth the stir. Recipe: bit.ly/3M1X9I7 #gumbo #cajun
February 10, 2026 at 5:26 PM
🍜 Dark roux = deep flavor. This Authentic New Orleans Gumbo is loaded with chicken, andouille sausage + shrimp, then served over fluffy rice. Cozy, bold, and so worth the stir. Recipe: bit.ly/3M1X9I7 #gumbo #cajun
🍜 One-pan Creamy Chicken & Gnocchi = weeknight comfort in ~30 minutes. Golden gnocchi + juicy chicken + sun-dried tomatoes in a Parmesan cream sauce. “Marry Me Chicken” vibes, but pasta. Recipe: bit.ly/3OxnX3u
February 9, 2026 at 4:43 PM
🍜 One-pan Creamy Chicken & Gnocchi = weeknight comfort in ~30 minutes. Golden gnocchi + juicy chicken + sun-dried tomatoes in a Parmesan cream sauce. “Marry Me Chicken” vibes, but pasta. Recipe: bit.ly/3OxnX3u
Viral Chocolate Strawberry Cups = chocolate-covered strawberry vibes with zero dipping drama. Fresh strawberries + melted chocolate (made pourable w/ a splash of coconut oil) in a cup, ready in ~10 minutes. 🍜 Recipe: bit.ly/4caDq3q
February 7, 2026 at 3:10 PM
Viral Chocolate Strawberry Cups = chocolate-covered strawberry vibes with zero dipping drama. Fresh strawberries + melted chocolate (made pourable w/ a splash of coconut oil) in a cup, ready in ~10 minutes. 🍜 Recipe: bit.ly/4caDq3q
Our easy Sloppy Joes recipe delivers the best messy sandwich with savory ground beef in a sweet and tangy homemade sauce, ready in just 30 minutes.
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The Sloppy Joes Recipe I Make on Repeat (Ready in 30 Minutes)
This is my go-to “everyone’s hungry” dinner: saucy ground beef in a sweet-and-tangy homemade sauce that tastes so much better than anything from a can. It’s pantry-friendly, kid-approved, and on the t...
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February 6, 2026 at 3:21 PM
Our easy Sloppy Joes recipe delivers the best messy sandwich with savory ground beef in a sweet and tangy homemade sauce, ready in just 30 minutes.
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Bakery-worthy Blueberry Muffins in 30 minutes 🫐✨ Soft, moist, loaded with fresh or frozen berries + crunchy cinnamon streusel. Perfect for brunch or make-ahead breakfasts (freezer-friendly!) SAVE THIS ONE! tastesbetterfromscratch.com/blueberry-mu...
February 5, 2026 at 3:24 PM
Bakery-worthy Blueberry Muffins in 30 minutes 🫐✨ Soft, moist, loaded with fresh or frozen berries + crunchy cinnamon streusel. Perfect for brunch or make-ahead breakfasts (freezer-friendly!) SAVE THIS ONE! tastesbetterfromscratch.com/blueberry-mu...
Finally, a picky eater dinner list that actually works 🙌
12 easy recipes from pizza casserole to Swedish meatballs—kid-approved, weeknight-friendly, and zero whining required.
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12 easy recipes from pizza casserole to Swedish meatballs—kid-approved, weeknight-friendly, and zero whining required.
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12 Easy Dinners for Picky Eaters That Do Not Turn Dinner Into a Battle
Bookmark this list of 12 easy dinners for picky eaters with family-friendly recipes that make weeknights simpler and get clean plates.
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February 4, 2026 at 9:19 PM
Finally, a picky eater dinner list that actually works 🙌
12 easy recipes from pizza casserole to Swedish meatballs—kid-approved, weeknight-friendly, and zero whining required.
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12 easy recipes from pizza casserole to Swedish meatballs—kid-approved, weeknight-friendly, and zero whining required.
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Tried mini meatloaf muffins and I'm a convert. They cook in half the time of regular meatloaf, the portions are perfect, and they freeze beautifully for busy nights.
The sauce caramelizes on top and honestly makes it.
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The sauce caramelizes on top and honestly makes it.
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February 3, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Tried mini meatloaf muffins and I'm a convert. They cook in half the time of regular meatloaf, the portions are perfect, and they freeze beautifully for busy nights.
The sauce caramelizes on top and honestly makes it.
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The sauce caramelizes on top and honestly makes it.
RECIPE: tastesbetterfromscratch.com/light-mini-b...
Valentine’s Day Sugar Cookie Bars 💘 Soft + chewy, cream cheese frosting, and zero rolling/cutting. Sheet pan dessert = my love language.
#ValentinesDay #Dessert #Baking #SugarCookies
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#ValentinesDay #Dessert #Baking #SugarCookies
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February 2, 2026 at 7:51 PM
Valentine’s Day Sugar Cookie Bars 💘 Soft + chewy, cream cheese frosting, and zero rolling/cutting. Sheet pan dessert = my love language.
#ValentinesDay #Dessert #Baking #SugarCookies
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#ValentinesDay #Dessert #Baking #SugarCookies
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20-minute Hawaiian Haystacks (Utah classic, not the islands 😅): fluffy rice + homemade chicken gravy + ALL the toppings—pineapple, cheese, tomatoes, chow mein crunch. Build-your-own dinner = zero complaints. 🍍🍚 #WeeknightDinner #EasyRecipe. tastesbetterfromscratch.com/hawaiian-hay...
February 1, 2026 at 5:36 PM
20-minute Hawaiian Haystacks (Utah classic, not the islands 😅): fluffy rice + homemade chicken gravy + ALL the toppings—pineapple, cheese, tomatoes, chow mein crunch. Build-your-own dinner = zero complaints. 🍍🍚 #WeeknightDinner #EasyRecipe. tastesbetterfromscratch.com/hawaiian-hay...
We’re not paying $3 a shot for ginger juice anymore.
This DIY version is done in 10 minutes, uses simple ingredients, and makes enough for the week. 🧃🍍
No juicer? No problem. Just blend, strain, sip, repeat.
Watch the reel, feel the glow.
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This DIY version is done in 10 minutes, uses simple ingredients, and makes enough for the week. 🧃🍍
No juicer? No problem. Just blend, strain, sip, repeat.
Watch the reel, feel the glow.
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January 29, 2026 at 8:10 PM
We’re not paying $3 a shot for ginger juice anymore.
This DIY version is done in 10 minutes, uses simple ingredients, and makes enough for the week. 🧃🍍
No juicer? No problem. Just blend, strain, sip, repeat.
Watch the reel, feel the glow.
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This DIY version is done in 10 minutes, uses simple ingredients, and makes enough for the week. 🧃🍍
No juicer? No problem. Just blend, strain, sip, repeat.
Watch the reel, feel the glow.
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Cold days. Warm dinners. Your crockpot knows what’s up. 🍲❄️
This round-up has 15 comforting slow cooker meals—from pulled pork nachos to creamy tortellini soup that basically make themselves
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This round-up has 15 comforting slow cooker meals—from pulled pork nachos to creamy tortellini soup that basically make themselves
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January 28, 2026 at 6:41 PM
Cold days. Warm dinners. Your crockpot knows what’s up. 🍲❄️
This round-up has 15 comforting slow cooker meals—from pulled pork nachos to creamy tortellini soup that basically make themselves
🔗https://tastesbetterfromscratch.com/15-easy-crockpot-dinners-to-get-you-through-the-coldest-months/
This round-up has 15 comforting slow cooker meals—from pulled pork nachos to creamy tortellini soup that basically make themselves
🔗https://tastesbetterfromscratch.com/15-easy-crockpot-dinners-to-get-you-through-the-coldest-months/
These Red Velvet Oreo-style cookies are EVERYTHING 🍪❤️
✨ Soft & chewy
✨ Cream cheese frosting filling
✨ Ready in 25 minutes
✨ Perfect for Valentine's Day (or any day!)
The tangy frosting + rich chocolate cookie = chef's kiss
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✨ Soft & chewy
✨ Cream cheese frosting filling
✨ Ready in 25 minutes
✨ Perfect for Valentine's Day (or any day!)
The tangy frosting + rich chocolate cookie = chef's kiss
Recipe: tastesbetterfromscratch.com/red-velvet-c...
January 27, 2026 at 7:19 PM
These Red Velvet Oreo-style cookies are EVERYTHING 🍪❤️
✨ Soft & chewy
✨ Cream cheese frosting filling
✨ Ready in 25 minutes
✨ Perfect for Valentine's Day (or any day!)
The tangy frosting + rich chocolate cookie = chef's kiss
Recipe: tastesbetterfromscratch.com/red-velvet-c...
✨ Soft & chewy
✨ Cream cheese frosting filling
✨ Ready in 25 minutes
✨ Perfect for Valentine's Day (or any day!)
The tangy frosting + rich chocolate cookie = chef's kiss
Recipe: tastesbetterfromscratch.com/red-velvet-c...
Citrus is at its best right now 🍊🍋 Here are 17 fresh, simple recipes using lemons + oranges: breakfast, dinner, and dessert. Bookmark this list for later: tastesbetterfromscratch.com/17-citrus-re...
17 Citrus Recipes to Make While It’s in Season
Make the most of citrus season with fresh, simple recipes using lemons and oranges-from bright desserts to easy dinners.
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January 26, 2026 at 9:10 PM
Citrus is at its best right now 🍊🍋 Here are 17 fresh, simple recipes using lemons + oranges: breakfast, dinner, and dessert. Bookmark this list for later: tastesbetterfromscratch.com/17-citrus-re...
Crispy baked chicken wings… no fryer needed. 🍗🔥
Golden, sticky, easy. Save for game day + late-night cravings. #wings #homecooking
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Golden, sticky, easy. Save for game day + late-night cravings. #wings #homecooking
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January 26, 2026 at 12:55 AM
Crispy baked chicken wings… no fryer needed. 🍗🔥
Golden, sticky, easy. Save for game day + late-night cravings. #wings #homecooking
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Golden, sticky, easy. Save for game day + late-night cravings. #wings #homecooking
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Crispy, fluffy Belgian Waffles in 15 minutes! The secret ingredient is whipped egg whites folded into the batter. Perfect with syrup, fresh berries, or whatever toppings you love. This recipe has been a favorite since childhood! 🧇
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The Fluffiest Belgian Waffles You'll Ever Make (Secret Ingredient Inside!)
Crispy on the outside, cloud-like inside, these golden Belgian waffles have deep pockets that cradle pools of maple syrup. One simple trick makes all the difference.
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January 23, 2026 at 6:57 PM
Crispy, fluffy Belgian Waffles in 15 minutes! The secret ingredient is whipped egg whites folded into the batter. Perfect with syrup, fresh berries, or whatever toppings you love. This recipe has been a favorite since childhood! 🧇
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The ultimate party dip is here! 🥳 This easy 7-layer bean dip takes just 15 minutes to make and everyone always loves it. Layers of seasoned refried beans, fresh guacamole, sour cream, salsa, cheese, olives, and green onions
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Why 7-Layer Bean Dip Never Goes Out of Style
This classic party dip has been showing up at gatherings since the '80s, and it's still the first thing to disappear. We break down why this simple stack of beans, guac, cheese, and more continues to ...
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January 20, 2026 at 8:11 PM
The ultimate party dip is here! 🥳 This easy 7-layer bean dip takes just 15 minutes to make and everyone always loves it. Layers of seasoned refried beans, fresh guacamole, sour cream, salsa, cheese, olives, and green onions
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This easy Crock Pot Baked Ziti recipe only takes 10 minutes to prep using uncooked noodles layered in cheese and marinara sauce. tastesbetterfromscratch.com/slow-cooker-...
Why Smart Home Cooks Are Ditching Oven-Baked Ziti for This Crock Pot Method
The secret is out: crock pot baked ziti tastes better than oven-baked versions and requires zero effort. This dump-and-go method uses uncooked pasta, three cheeses, and just 10 minutes of prep. No boi...
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January 15, 2026 at 7:19 PM
This easy Crock Pot Baked Ziti recipe only takes 10 minutes to prep using uncooked noodles layered in cheese and marinara sauce. tastesbetterfromscratch.com/slow-cooker-...
Make Homemade Ranch Dressing from scratch in just 5 minutes with simple ingredients. It tastes so much better than store-bought! tastesbetterfromscratch.com/ranch-dressi...
January 15, 2026 at 1:26 AM
Make Homemade Ranch Dressing from scratch in just 5 minutes with simple ingredients. It tastes so much better than store-bought! tastesbetterfromscratch.com/ranch-dressi...
finally cracked the code on homemade pad thai that doesn't require a trip to three different stores for ingredients
30 minutes, one pan, restaurant vibes tastesbetterfromscratch.com/pad-thai/
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January 13, 2026 at 12:54 PM
finally cracked the code on homemade pad thai that doesn't require a trip to three different stores for ingredients
30 minutes, one pan, restaurant vibes tastesbetterfromscratch.com/pad-thai/
30 minutes, one pan, restaurant vibes tastesbetterfromscratch.com/pad-thai/
i've been making these chocolate chip cookies for literal decades and they've never failed me once
the secret is melted butter + extra egg yolk. trust me on this 🍪 tastesbetterfromscratch.com/perfect-choc...
the secret is melted butter + extra egg yolk. trust me on this 🍪 tastesbetterfromscratch.com/perfect-choc...
Why Professional Bakers Use Melted Butter for Chocolate Chip Cookies
The difference between good and great chocolate chip cookies comes down to one ingredient technique. Learn why melted butter and an extra egg yolk create that coveted thick, chewy texture that stays s...
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January 12, 2026 at 8:12 PM
i've been making these chocolate chip cookies for literal decades and they've never failed me once
the secret is melted butter + extra egg yolk. trust me on this 🍪 tastesbetterfromscratch.com/perfect-choc...
the secret is melted butter + extra egg yolk. trust me on this 🍪 tastesbetterfromscratch.com/perfect-choc...
10 healthy meals worth adding to your rotation. all balanced, simple, and actually delicious:
- Nourish Bowls (perfect for meal prep)
- Chicken Avocado Wraps (5-min assembly)
- Sheet Pan Fajitas (minimal cleanup)
- Chickpea Curry
- Plus 6 more!
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- Nourish Bowls (perfect for meal prep)
- Chicken Avocado Wraps (5-min assembly)
- Sheet Pan Fajitas (minimal cleanup)
- Chickpea Curry
- Plus 6 more!
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January 11, 2026 at 4:00 PM
10 healthy meals worth adding to your rotation. all balanced, simple, and actually delicious:
- Nourish Bowls (perfect for meal prep)
- Chicken Avocado Wraps (5-min assembly)
- Sheet Pan Fajitas (minimal cleanup)
- Chickpea Curry
- Plus 6 more!
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- Nourish Bowls (perfect for meal prep)
- Chicken Avocado Wraps (5-min assembly)
- Sheet Pan Fajitas (minimal cleanup)
- Chickpea Curry
- Plus 6 more!
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