Author: Ava Smith

Hi, I'm Ava Smith! I'm a self-taught home cook who loves creating simple, tasty recipes anyone can make. My blog is where I share the meals I make for family and friends—nothing fancy, just real food made with love. Follow along for easy, feel-good recipes straight from my kitchen!
  • Bang Bang Shrimp Pasta

    I have to say, this is one of those recipes that makes me feel like a restaurant chef in my own kitchen. Every time I make Bang Bang Shrimp Pasta, it hits that sweet spot between creamy comfort food and a spicy seafood indulgence. The first time I tried it, I couldn’t believe how fast…

  • Pumpkin Patch Strawberries

    When I first made Pumpkin Patch Strawberries, I wasn’t expecting them to be such a hit—but let me tell you, they disappeared faster than any pumpkin pie I’ve ever served. There’s something about that creamy orange chocolate coating hugging a juicy strawberry that just feels like fall. It’s the kind of treat that looks like…

  • Spider Hatchling Enchilada Casserole

    There’s something about Halloween food that makes me feel like a kid again—playful, creative, and just a little mischievous. And this Spider Hatchling Enchilada Casserole? It’s one of those recipes that’s both spooky and ridiculously comforting. When I first made it, I wanted something that screamed Halloween but still hit that cozy, cheesy, saucy spot…

  • Halloween Skull Potatoes

    I’ve made a lot of spooky snacks over the years, but these Halloween Skull Potatoes might just be my favorite. There’s something about a tray of crispy, golden potatoes shaped like little skulls that instantly turns a simple side dish into the star of the Halloween table. Every time I make them, people can’t help…

  • Halloween Mini Pizzas

    I’ll be honest—Halloween snacks are my favorite part of the season. Costumes are fun, candy is great, but the food? That’s where the magic really happens. These Halloween Mini Pizzas have become my go-to spooky treat every October. They’re fun to make, totally customizable, and bring out that playful side we all secretly love. Plus,…

  • Creepy Deviled Eggs

    There’s something delightfully weird about Halloween food, isn’t there? I love how it gives us permission to play with our food—literally. These Creepy Deviled Eggs are my go-to every October because they’re equal parts spooky and delicious. They’re that perfect bite-sized treat that makes guests stop mid-conversation and go, “Wait… are those eyeballs?”—and then they…