Laura Fuentes' Blog

Blueberry Oatmeal Pancakes

These blueberry pancakes are made with oats and blended into a hearty, pourable batter that’s ready in minutes.

Easter Sides with Ham

Whether you need to bring something or you’re cooking this Easter, these are some of my family and friends’ favorite sides that pair great with ham!

Homemade Pancake Mix for Fluffy Pancakes

This DIY pancake mix is a convenient solution to enjoy pancakes for breakfast without having to measure each time!

How to Make Taco Shells

And with the tips I share below from years of making these crunchy taco shells in the oven, your taco night is about to get better!

These family-friendly dinner ideas are perfect for spring: they use simple and fresh ingredients and yield delicious meals. You’ll find simple skillet recipes, one-pan dishes, oven favorites that require minimal prep, and all the tips that make each easy to make any night of the week.

10 Best Deviled Egg Recipes

Make one of these top 10 deviled egg recipes and they’re sure to disappear from the table at your next gathering. Below, you’ll find the recipes and in each post, all the tips for mess-free filling and always ensuring that you make enough deviled eggs for everyone!

Toppings For Mac And Cheese

With one of these toppings, you can transform your Mac and Cheese into an epic meal and keep it exciting to eat. You can use homemade mac and cheese or the box as the base for one of these ingredients to add or mix in.

Cucumber Salsa

Grab your chips, hold up your taco, or grab your fork because this cucumber salsa will rock your world.

Whole Wheat Chocolate Chip Cookies

Make sure to read the tips in the post so your whole wheat cookies come out amazing every time!

Strawberry Muffins with Frozen Strawberries

Bursting with strawberries, these muffins are delicious and a breeze to make.

How to Know When Salmon is Done

If you’ve ever had your doubts about whether your salmon is done cooking and ready to be served, you’re not alone. This post explains when to tell if it’s cooked through the simple way so your expensive protein never goes to waste!

What to Serve with Mashed Potatoes

If mashed potatoes are a top side dish for your family and you need ideas that pair great with them, you’re in the right place. Below you’ll find a list of simple and delicious main courses to serve with mashed potatoes of every type.

How to Bake Frozen Salmon

Plus, with all the tips in this post, your baked frozen salmon will be moist and flavorful, and you’ll have an easy salmon dinner ready in no time.

How to Cook Frozen Salmon

Regardless of which of the cooking methods you pick, use the recipe below to season your frozen salmon and cook it to perfection!

Rotisserie Chicken Tacos

The meat and shells warm up at the same time, so this chicken tacos recipe with rotisserie chicken gets dinner on the table fast.

Deviled Eggs with Tuna

Get the recipe for these easy, make-ahead deviled eggs with tuna and all the tips for easy-peel hard-boiled eggs below.

Rotisserie Chicken Alfredo

You can make a delicious creamy Alfredo sauce in a pan while the pasta cooks, and then toss it all with the cooked chicken for a family-pleasing meal.

Cajun Deviled Eggs

These deviled eggs get their spice by using Cajun seasoning in the yolk mixture, and they’re a breeze to make.

Salmon Seasoning

Sprinkle this seasoning mix over your salmon and transform your salmon dinners from plain to epic. It’s simple, tasty, and budget-friendly!

What to Serve with Burgers

When you’ve got burgers in mind but want to serve something other than the classic fries, look no further than this list of sides! Below, you’ll find simple salads, veggie skewers, roasted vegetables, and quick side dishes to serve with your burgers.

Wedge Salad

This recipe has everything you love in every bite: crisp lettuce, salty bacon crumbles, sweet juicy tomatoes, and a chunky blue cheese dressing!

What to Serve with Pancakes

Turn your epic stack of pancakes into a meal by serving them with one of these simple sides. Plus, you’ll also find some epic pancake toppings and syrups to make them extra special.

Chocolate Avocado Mousse

Wow, everyone at home with this healthy dessert you can prep quickly and easily in the food processor or blender!

100+ Toppings for Shrimp Tacos

Taking your shrimp tacos from good to great is as simple as a topping away. Below, you’ll find everything from veggies and cheeses that go best with shrimp, salsas, and sauces to fruit and garnishes to make your shrimp tacos the best ever!

How To Freeze Gumbo

Learn how you can freeze gumbo easily so it tastes just as good as the day you made it! These tips will help you freeze your gumbo leftovers perfectly, plus how to thaw and reheat them great!

Gumbo vs. Jambalaya

While both Gumbo and Jambalaya are classic New Orleans recipes, they’re not the same. Below you’ll learn the differences –and avoid calling it the wrong thing in front of a local from New Orleans as many have done –and links to excellent recipes for both.

All About Gumbo Filé Powder

If you’ve never used or heard of gumbo filé powder, don’t worry I’m going to keep it simple for you. In this post, you’ll learn what filé powder is, what it does in a recipe, and when to add it to your gumbo so it turns out delicious!

Is the Gumbo Spoiled?

Whether you forgot about those gumbo leftovers in the back of the fridge or just hosted a party and have half a pot left, below you’ll learn how to prevent your gumbo from spoiling. I’ve lived in New Orleans since 2000 and have cooked gumbo for my family at least once a month. This post shares […]

Pan Seared Spicy Salmon

Solve any mid-week dinner with this simple recipe that helps you to build a tasty and healthy meal in a breeze.

White Wine Sauce Without Cream

This sauce pairs great with seared chicken breasts or tossed with pasta to build a simple and delicious meal.

100+ Toppings for Beef Tacos

Take your beef taco night from great to epic by simply switching up the toppings! Below, you’ll find veggies, cheeses, sauces, and more to make unlimited versions of your favorite beef taco recipes.

Gumbo vs Etouffée

These two irresistible New Orleans dishes are very different and often get mistaken, so let’s keep it simple and learn the main differences between the two! Having lived in New Orleans since 2000 and married someone who was born and raised here, making a good gumbo and a real Etouffée was practically a requirement.