Stephanie, Author at Stephanie Recipes

Overnight Oats Recipe

Overnight Oats Recipe: The Morning That Changed My Routine

The first time I made an overnight oats recipe, I was standing in my kitchen at nearly midnight, tired but restless. Earlier that evening, I had promised myself I would stop skipping breakfast. However, every morning felt rushed, and therefore I often settled for coffee alone. That night, I opened my refrigerator and saw a carton of milk, a tub of yogurt, and a half-empty container of oats. Then, almost without thinking, I stirred them together in a jar.

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Dinners

One-Pot Cajun Jambalaya

One-Pot Cajun Jambalaya: The Dish That Changed My Weeknight Cooking

The first time I made One-Pot Cajun Jambalaya, I remember standing in my kitchen and realizing something had shifted. It was not just about dinner anymore. Instead, it became about creating something deeply comforting from simple ingredients. As the sausage began to brown, the smell alone told me this dish was going to be different from anything else I had made that month.

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Baking

Cinnamon Sugar Pizza with Crescent Rolls

Cinnamon Sugar Pizza with Crescent Rolls – A Sweet Memory in Every Slice

The first time I made Cinnamon Sugar Pizza with Crescent Rolls, it happened almost by accident. It was one of those slow Sunday afternoons when the kitchen felt quiet and the light came in gently through the window. I had planned to bake something more elaborate. However, when I opened the refrigerator, I realized I did not have nearly enough ingredients. Still, I spotted a can of crescent roll dough sitting in the corner, and immediately, an idea began to form.

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Cooking for Two

Chili Crisp Chicken Ramen in Ginger Soy Broth

The first time I made Crispy Chili Crisp Chicken Ramen in Aromatic Ginger Soy Broth

I still remember the exact evening when this Crispy Chili Crisp Chicken Ramen in Aromatic Ginger Soy Broth first came together in my kitchen. Outside, the sky had already turned deep blue, and the last bit of daylight reflected faintly against the window above my sink. Meanwhile, inside, the warm scent of ginger and garlic slowly filled the air. At first, it was subtle. Then, as the broth simmered gently, the aroma became impossible to ignore.

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Dinners

Stuffed Cabbage Rolls

Stuffed Cabbage Rolls and the Smell of Sunday Afternoons

Stuffed cabbage rolls always bring me back to slow Sunday afternoons when the kitchen felt warmer than the rest of the house. First, I remember the sound of water gently bubbling on the stove, followed by the faint earthy smell of cabbage leaves softening in the pot. Meanwhile, my mother would stand at the counter, mixing the filling with her hands, completely focused and calm. That moment taught me that some recipes are not just about food, they are about patience and presence.

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Breakfast & Brunch

Peanut Butter and Jelly Overnight Oats Recipe

Why Peanut Butter and Jelly Overnight Oats Recipe Became My Favorite Morning Ritual

The first time I made this Peanut Butter and Jelly Overnight Oats Recipe, I was not expecting much. After all, peanut butter and jelly belonged to lunchboxes in my mind, not breakfast jars. However, that assumption changed quickly. One quiet evening, while rinsing dishes after dinner, I noticed a nearly empty jar of peanut butter sitting next to a forgotten container of strawberry jam. Then, almost automatically, I reached for the oats in my pantry. That small decision created a breakfast I now crave regularly.

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Dinners

Volcano Roll

Volcano Roll – The First Time I Truly Understood Sushi at Home

The first time I made a Volcano Roll in my own kitchen, I remember hesitating before taking the first bite. The roll sat in front of me, warm from the broiler, with the topping gently bubbling just moments earlier. At first glance, it looked surprisingly close to what I had seen in restaurants, but I still doubted whether it would taste the same. Then, as I picked up the first piece and felt the slight warmth through my fingers, I noticed the aroma rising slowly. It smelled savory, creamy, and faintly toasted. That moment alone made the effort worthwhile.

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Dinners

Sun Dried Tomato Pasta Salad

Sun Dried Tomato Pasta Salad and the Recipe I Return to Again and Again

There are certain recipes that quietly become permanent fixtures in your kitchen, and this Sun Dried Tomato Pasta Salad is one of them for me. It did not arrive with ceremony or expectation. Instead, it came together on an ordinary weekday afternoon when I needed something reliable, flavorful, and practical. However, the moment I tasted it, I realized it was far more than just convenient. It had depth, balance, and a kind of effortless elegance that made it feel intentional rather than improvised.

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Baked and Roasted Chicken

Lemon Pepper Chicken Thighs

Lemon Pepper Chicken Thighs and the Recipe That Changed My Weeknight Cooking

I still remember the evening when Lemon Pepper Chicken Thighs quietly earned their permanent place in my kitchen routine. It was early autumn, and the air outside had that first cool edge that makes you crave something warm but not heavy. I had just come home from a long day, and although I felt tired, I still wanted to cook something real. Not something rushed, not something pulled from a freezer box, but something that reminded me why I love cooking in the first place.

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Baking

Mary Berry Lemon Drizzle Cake

The first time I baked a Mary Berry lemon drizzle cake, it was not planned. I had two lemons sitting in a bowl on the counter, already slightly softened, their skins fragrant even before touching them. That afternoon felt slow and quiet, and I wanted to bake something simple but meaningful. I did not want layers or frosting or anything complicated. Instead, I wanted something honest. Something that filled the kitchen with warmth.

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