By Allison Frahn Oatmeal cookies have such a versatile base which allows for a variety of ingredients to be added to change up the flavor. You’ll typically see chocolate chips, nuts, various fruits and spices added to cater the cookies to the bakers liking. In this recipe, not only do I add cranberries and … SEE MORE

  By Allison Frahn Drunken noodles? Yes, this is a real thing! It is a popular take-out dish from the streets of Thailand! Formally known as Pad Kee Mao, drunken noodles are a savory and spicy dish consisting of peppers and fresh basil in an oyster sauce-based sauce. The name literally translates to “stir-fry drunkard,” … SEE MORE

  By Allison Frahn I love to make varieties of stuffed squash as they are so delicious and versatile. I tend to make zucchini squash more in the warmer months and winter squash varieties in the colder months. Butternut squash is one of my favorites for stuffing with all sorts of ingredients, as it’s sweet, … SEE MORE

  By Allison Frahn If you’re like me, when it comes to French Toast – the thicker the better! It’s extra delicious, but the only issue is that with that comes extra carbs and extra calories. While it’s okay to have the “real thing” on occasion, I tend to get hooked on something I love … SEE MORE

  By Allison Frahn You might be thinking what in the heck is Cowboy Caviar? Well, this beautiful salad originated in Oklahoma and now there are hundreds of variations. The fundamentals are a colorful mix of beans, corn, and peppers with a zesty kick from jalapenos. This salad is so versatile, as it has so … SEE MORE

By Allison Frahn Two of my favorite dishes are lasagna and stuffed peppers. Neither of them are typically prepared in a way to be kind to the waistline, but I’m going to change that! Not only did I decide to combine both of these delicious dishes, but I did it in a way using healthy … SEE MORE

By Allison Frahn This delicious dish is a hybrid of a sweet potato hash and scrambled eggs – all in one. When I get breakfast at a diner, I will typically get eggs and potatoes of some sort. While you can ask them to make it dry, it’s usually not as healthy as if you … SEE MORE

By Allison Frahn I’m not sure how this happened so quickly, but pumpkin season is upon us…and I am certainly not complaining! All of the pumpkin inspired creations that we will start to see everywhere give me such warm and nostalgic vibes. They are usually bursting with the flavors of cinnamon, nutmeg, and other delicious … SEE MORE