Laura Fuentes' Blog

Best Homemade Hot Cocoa Recipe

Nothing compares to homemade hot cocoa, and this recipe is so easy to make with unsweetened cocoa powder, sugar, vanilla, milk, and a pinch of salt.

How Corn is Grown in Iowa | Corn & Black Bean Salsa Recipe

This post is created in partnership with Iowa Corn. All thoughts, opinions, recipes and experiences are my own. One of the things I love about my job is having the privilege to visit other areas of the country with amazing partners to learn about how our food is grown. A couple of weeks ago, I traveled […]

Carbonara Sauce

For nights when you need a quick dinner that’s a crowd pleaser without measuring lots of ingredients, this carbonara sauce with spaghetti is the perfect thing to whip up.

22 Healthy Treats that are Absolutely Crave-Worthy

You know that feeling when your sweet tooth is driving you crazy, but you still want to keep your health goals on track? OR maybe, you want a special treat or dessert without the guilt? I’ve totally been there. In fact, I’m there several times a week, which is why I like to keep this list of healthy treats handy.

Easy Ramen Stir-Fry with Chicken and Veggies

When you want something on the healthy side but crave takeout, this quick and easy ramen stir fry with chicken hits the spot! All my shortcuts to make it happen quickly are in this post.

Maruchan Ramen Chicken Stir-Fry

This post was created in partnership with Maruchan. All opinions are my own. Fast and easy, this ramen stir-fry combines colorful veggies and chicken to make an epic take-out inspired meal your family is going to love!

The #1 Reason People Quit Hard Things

The #1 Reason People Quit Hard Things When it comes to working out, eating healthier, or any other big life change, one of the biggest barriers to success is changing too much, too soon. If your goal requires you to implement a lot of different things at once on top of everything you already have […]

Gluten-Free Cinnamon Rolls (and Dairy-Free)

Soft, fluffy gluten-free cinnamon rolls that require no yeast or kneading. Best. Day. Ever! Just watch…

Apple Charcuterie Board with Caramel Dip

I’m showing you how to create this epic apple charcuterie board that is kid (and grownup) snacking at its best for any occasion. Yes, you can also make this snack board mid-afternoon for you to munch on!

Arctic Apples Fruit & Cheese Platters

This post is sponsored by Arctic® apples. All opinions below are my own. Thank you for supporting the brands that encourage my creativity and work. This fruit and cheese platter is kid (and grownup) snacking at its best, and I’m showing you how to create epic snack boards like these for any occasion. Yes, yes, […]

Quaker Savory Oatmeal with Turkey Bacon and Eggs

This post is sponsored by The Quaker Oats Company. All opinions are my own. Savory oatmeal topped with turkey bacon, cheese, and a fried egg- it’s everything you want from a comfort-food. If you love breakfast for dinner, this savory oatmeal with turkey bacon, cheddar, and eggs is for you!

Easy Chicken Dinner Ideas for Families

When life gets busy, these quick and easy dinner ideas made with chicken are the perfect go-to meals to have in your back pocket. They’re high in protein, easy to prepare, and best of all… kid-approved!

LES MILLS On Demand: The Best Home Workout Program

“I don’t have time for a workout” and “I’m busy overwhelmed trying to get us back into a routine now that the kids are back in school” are two things I’ve been telling myself lately. And even though I’ve been going to the gym regularly for years, I’ve struggled to get myself back into it. So, […]

Healthy Drinks for Kids & Recommendations by Age

This blog post was written in partnership with the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation o help bring awareness to healthy drink guidelines for kids. All opinions in the post are my own. Every parent wants their child to grow up happy and healthy; which is why since my kids were young, I’ve tried to be a […]

Robert Wood Johnson Foundation | Healthy Drink Guidelines for Kids

Best Ground Turkey Chili Recipe

No matter the time of year, this easy and flavorful turkey chili with no beans is always welcome at my table.

Sheet Pan Shrimp Fajitas

You know them, you love them, and I’m about to show you how to make restaurant-style shrimp fajitas the easy way at home!

Meal Prep Containers for Work Lunches

Whether you’re making meals for the week or simply need the right adult lunch box to keep your packed lunch neat for hours, here I share the ones I’ve been using for years that work! Below, you’ll find the best plastic and glass containers for all your needs: microwavable and freezable ones, the best for […]

Chocolate Peanut Butter Breakfast Cookies

A one-bowl recipe for peanut butter breakfast cookies? Yes, please! These cookies are quick, easy to make, healthy, and beyond delicious!

BBQ Chicken Tostadas

There’s nothing better than turning a rotisserie chicken into epic weeknight meals and these BBQ chicken tostadas is how you demonstrate who’s the boss around the kitchen.

Easy Turkey Taco Soup

Make the most of leftovers and whip up this hearty and crowd-pleasing turkey taco soup in less than 30 minutes!

Constipation in Kids Natural Prevention & Treatment

This post is bought to you in partnership with AOR, Advanced Orthomolecular Research. All opinions below are my own. Pull up a chair and get ready because today, we’re going to have a little bathroom talk here on the blog. This is something that most of us, parents talk about amongst ourselves. Specifically, on, wait […]

Back to School Morning Routine for Kids

This post is sponsored by Stitch Fix. All opinions are my own. It’s without a doubt back-to-school time at my house. Between my nagging the kids to go to bed because “it’s a school night” and having that feeling that getting them out of the house feels like I’m herding cats… my kids are adjusting […]

Lavarox – Constipation in Kids Natural Prevention & Treatment

Spicy Chili Lime Salmon Tacos

These Chili Lime salmon tacos scream fresh and wholesome aaaaaand, it puts to use that frozen salmon you have in your freezer! Easy to make, delish to eat, and after the first bite, you’ll be making this taco on repeat.

Air Fryer Sweet Potatoes

We all know how well the air fryer cooks French fries -to perfection, right? What if I told you this mighty small appliance is also perfect for baking sweet potatoes too!

Instant Pot Sweet Potatoes

If you’re searching for a way to cook sweet potatoes faster and want to put your favorite small appliance to use, you’re at the right place. This Instant Pot sweet potatoes method will give you perfectly cooked sweet potatoes in a fraction of the time it takes to bake them! Whether you top yours with […]

The Best Probiotic Foods for Kids Lunches | School Lunch Ideas

With back to school being one of the busiest times of the year for parents, many of us are just now thinking about what to pack for school lunch! While the summer is usually relaxed when it comes to lunchtime, this is the time that many of us seek healthy lunch ideas that bring the […]

Probiotic Lunches with Lavarox

This post is bought to you in partnership with AOR, Advanced Orthomolecular Research. All opinions below are my own. With back to school being one of the busiest times of the year for parents, many of us are just now thinking about what to pack for school lunch! While the summer is usually relaxed when […]

Buffalo Chickpea Lettuce Wraps

When you crave taco night and want to keep dinner low-carb, these chickpea lettuce wraps are the thing to make.

Slow Cooker Chicken Taco Soup

The slow cooker does all the hard work in this beyond-delicious chicken taco soup. A perfect midweek family dinner!

How to Cook a Sweet Potato in the Microwave

Can you make perfect sweet potatoes with fluffy centers in the microwave? Yes, and in this post, I show you exactly how to cook a sweet potato in the microwave, so the insides stay soft and ready to be loaded with your favorite toppings. Whenever you need a quick side dish to go with dinner […]

Mediterranean Chicken Farro Bowls

Make this epic farro and chicken recipe for dinner or turn it into a healthy meal prep lunch for the office with the tips in this post.

Bob’s Red Mill Greek Chicken Farro Bowls

This blog post is sponsored by Bob’s Red Mill. All opinions are my own. There are some recipes that I never get tired of eating when I meal prep during the week, and this Mediterranean chicken farro bowl is one of them. And as you can see in the video below, making them is super […]

Slow Cooker Shredded Beef Tacos

When Sunday beef roast meets Taco Tuesday you get tender shredded beef tacos topped with cheese and fresh pico de gallo that taste incredible.

Iced Golden Milk Latte

Served over ice, the classic golden milk latte is so good, you wish you had made more!

Buffalo Chicken Rice Bowls

These power-packed buffalo chicken bowls have it all! Full of flavor, easy to make with slow cooker Buffalo chicken, avocado, tomato, blue cheese, and drizzled homemade Ranch! Check out this week’s meal prep assembly of these healthy buffalo chicken bowls:

Pumpkin Breakfast Cookies

Learn how you can make pumpkin cookies using just one bowl for the easiest, tastiest, and most nutritious breakfast!

The Best Probiotic Foods for Kids to Eat

This post is bought to you in partnership with AOR, Advanced Orthomolecular Research. All opinions below are my own. When you’re busy and have kids, making sure your meals are probiotic-rich might not be at the top of the list. In the past, I mostly worried if my child had enough protein and fiber in […]