Lena Hester

Lena Hester

California Sushi Bowl

If you love California rolls but don’t want to fuss with rolling sushi at home, this California Sushi Bowl is the perfect solution. It has everything you love—tender rice, creamy avocado, crunchy cucumber, sweet crab (or imitation crab), and a…

Baked Salmon Sushi Salad Bowl

If you love sushi but don’t want to spend time rolling and slicing, this Baked Salmon Sushi Salad Bowl is the perfect shortcut. It has all the flavors you’d find in your favorite sushi roll—fluffy seasoned rice, creamy avocado, crunchy…

Easy Sushi Bowl

If you love sushi but don’t always have the time (or patience) to roll it up, this Easy Sushi Bowl is the perfect solution. It has all the flavors and textures of your favorite sushi roll—fluffy rice, fresh veggies, creamy…

Lemon Sugar Cookie Recipe

These Lemon Sugar Cookies are soft, chewy, and full of citrusy sunshine. With crisp edges and a bright lemon twist, they’re an easy, refreshing take on a classic favorite. Made with simple ingredients, they’re quick to prep and perfect for…

Plancha Steak Fajitas (Mexican Style)

Plancha Steak Fajitas bring that sizzling restaurant flavor straight to your kitchen. Juicy steak, blistered peppers, and onions all come together on a hot cast iron plancha or grill pan for bold flavor and craveable texture. This dish is fast,…

One Pot Chicken Orzo Recipe

This One Pot Chicken Orzo is creamy, cozy, and ready in under 40 minutes—perfect for busy weeknights. Made with tender chicken, orzo pasta, veggies, and a touch of lemon and parmesan, it’s a warm, comforting dinner that comes together in…

Cottage Cheese Chicken Salad Sandwich

When you’re craving a filling lunch that’s both light and protein-packed, this Cottage Cheese Chicken Salad Sandwich is your answer. It’s creamy without being heavy, thanks to cottage cheese replacing most of the mayo. Mixed with tender chicken, crisp veggies,…

Crockpot Mexican Barbacoa

Crockpot Mexican Barbacoa brings bold, smoky flavor to your table with almost no effort. This slow-cooked shredded beef is deeply seasoned and fall-apart tender—perfect for tacos, burrito bowls, or rice plates. It’s a set-it-and-forget-it kind of recipe, ideal for busy…

Southwest Steak Bowl Recipe

This Southwest Steak Bowl is bold, colorful, and satisfying—everything you love in a burrito, just without the wrap. Tender steak, charred corn, black beans, fresh veggies, and a zesty lime crema come together in one protein-packed bowl. It’s easy to…

Old-Fashioned Salisbury Steak with Onion Gravy

This Old-Fashioned Salisbury Steak is cozy, classic, and perfect for family dinner. Juicy beef patties are simmered in a rich onion gravy made from simple pantry staples. It’s a warm, filling dish that comes together in under an hour and…