Quick and Easy Recipes for the Whole Family

Welcome to Recipes by Lena 👩‍🍳! Effortless cooking for everyone. No pressure here: easy recipes, simple ingredients, and the joy of sharing homemade meals without spending a fortune. Milkshakes, macarons, omelets, fries, tagines, couscous... Whether you love using a Thermomix or prefer doing it all by hand, Recipes by Lena makes your cooking adventures wonderfully simple!

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Newest Recipes

A plate of food with a fried egg in the center. Jalapeno Popper Onion Rings

Crispy onion rings stuffed with spicy jalapeno cream cheese filling, breaded and fried to golden brown perfection.

A bowl of doughnuts with a green apple. Crispy Air Fryer Apple Fries

Golden-crisp apple wedges coated in sweet cinnamon breadcrumbs, air fried until perfectly crunchy and tender inside.

A plate of food with sauce. Crispy Bang Bang Salmon Bites

Crispy seasoned salmon bites coated in a creamy sweet-spicy sauce - perfect as an appetizer or protein-packed main dish.

A plate of food with a spoon in it. Chicken Shawarma with Garlic Sauce

Juicy spiced chicken thighs with a creamy garlic yogurt sauce, wrapped in warm flatbread - a Middle Eastern classic made at home.

A plate of doughnuts with glaze. Apple Fritter Bites

Golden-fried bites packed with fresh apples and finished with cinnamon sugar or a sweet vanilla glaze.

A bowl of cereal with a spoon in it. Old-Fashioned Peach Crisp

Juicy peaches baked to perfection with a golden, buttery oat topping - delicious when served warm with vanilla ice cream.

A plate of doughnuts with glaze. Fresh Peach Fritters

Golden-brown fritters with fresh peaches that fry up in minutes. Dust with sugar or drizzle with glaze for a perfect sweet treat.

A plate of food with rice and sauce. Crispy Tofu Katsu

Crispy panko-crusted tofu cutlets served with tangy-sweet sauce - a delicious plant-based take on the Japanese classic.

A bowl of pasta with chicken and bacon. Creamy Monterey Chicken Spaghetti

Comforting pasta with tender chicken, spinach and Monterey Jack cheese topped with crispy French fried onions.

Three pieces of food on a wooden board. Cheesy Potato Puffs

Golden baked potato puffs loaded with cheese and chives - ideal for make-ahead meals and using leftover mashed potatoes.

A bowl of pasta with tomatoes and basil. Tomato Zucchini Pasta

A fresh, vibrant dish with tender pasta, juicy cherry tomatoes, and zucchini in a light, flavorful garlic herb sauce.

A bowl of fruit with chocolate drizzled on top. Millionaire Peach Salad

Juicy peaches meet creamy mozzarella, walnuts, and basil, elevated with balsamic glaze for a refreshing summer dish.