Mona

Hi, I’m Mona the chef behind the recipes here at SecondRecipes.com. Cooking is my love language, and I’m all about simple, delicious meals that bring people together. I create the dishes, Stephen shares them with the world, and together, we hope to make your kitchen a little more joyful every day.

Garlic Roasted Pumpkin Seeds – A Savory Snack with Fresh Herbs

By Mona

Have you ever wondered why most people throw away one of autumn’s most nutritious treasures? While carving jack-o’-lanterns or preparing pumpkin dishes, countless seeds ...

Easy Cinnamon Sugar Roasted Pumpkin Seeds for Sweet Fall Snacks

By Mona

Did you know that most people throw away one of autumn’s most delicious and nutritious treasures when carving their jack-o’-lanterns? Those slimy pumpkin innards ...

Milk Chocolate Stuffed Cookies – Spooky-Sweet Halloween Dessert

By Mona

What if you could create the ultimate Halloween treat that combines the nostalgic comfort of homemade cookies with the irresistible surprise of molten chocolate ...

Ghostly Meringue Cupcakes – Adorable Treats for Halloween Parties

By Mona

Have you ever wondered how to create desserts that are both spine-tinglingly spooky and irresistibly sweet? These Ghostly Meringue Cupcakes are the perfect answer ...

One-Pan Beef and Cabbage Skillet

One-Pan Beef and Cabbage Skillet – Easy Weeknight Meal

By Mona

Are you tired of spending hours in the kitchen washing multiple pots and pans after dinner? What if we told you that one of ...

Effortless Fall Apple Cider Sangria: A Crowd-Pleaser for Any Gathering

By Mona

Looking for a refreshing, easy-to-make cocktail that captures the essence of autumn? Look no further than this delightful Apple Cider Sangria recipe! With its ...

Chocolate Covered Strawberry Brownies: A Decadent Twist on a Classic

By Mona

Have you ever wondered how you can make your brownies even more irresistible? Imagine combining the rich, fudgy texture of chocolate covered strawberry brownies ...

Smashburger Quesadillas: The Crispy, Cheesy Mashup Your Weeknights Need

By Mona

What happens when you combine the crispy, caramelized perfection of a smashburger with the gooey, melted cheese goodness of a quesadilla? You get a ...

Cheesy Ranch Potatoes and Smoked Sausage casserole in a baking dish

Savory Cheesy Ranch Potatoes and Smoked Sausage Delight!

By Mona

Cheesy Ranch Potatoes and Smoked Sausage is hands-down my answer to hectic weeknights and hungry stomachs. Ever stare at some sad potatoes and wonder, ...