Merry Ava

Merry Ava

I’m Merry, and I create recipes for busy lives. Between work, kids, and everyday chaos, I’ve mastered the art of making delicious meals in minutes. My cooking is all about quick steps, smart shortcuts, and big flavors—because good food shouldn’t be stressful. Join me in the kitchen and let’s make cooking simple, fast, and fun again.

Air Fryer Carrots

Air Fryer Carrots with caramelized edges in a white bowl

Crispy-on-the-outside, tender-on-the-inside Air Fryer Carrots with a glossy, garlicky honey glaze – the easiest veggie side you’ll crave all week. Featured in: Easy Vegetable Recipes • Air Fryer Recipes • Healthy Side Dishes Air Fryer Carrots (Crispy, Caramelized & Ready…

Candied Sweet Potatoes (Easy Oven-Baked Recipe)

candied sweet potatoes baked in a dish with glossy caramelized sauce

Buttery, cinnamon-kissed candied sweet potatoes baked until tender with a glossy caramelized sauce. Featured in: Best Sweet Potato Recipes • Easy Holiday Side Dish Recipes • Thanksgiving Recipes Candied sweet potatoes are the cozy, caramelized side dish that makes any…

Juicy Garlic Herb Baked Pork Chops

juicy garlic herb baked pork chops in a pan

Juicy garlic-herb baked pork chops with golden edges and a buttery pan sauce – your new favorite easy dinner. Featured in: Easy Dinner Recipes • One-Pan Recipes • Pork Recipes Baked pork chops are the weeknight hero you didn’t know…

Fruity Pebble Cheesecake Tacos (No-Bake Dessert Fun!)

fruity pebble cheesecake tacos filled with creamy cheesecake and topped with colorful cereal

Crunchy, colorful fruity pebble cheesecake tacos with creamy vanilla filling and whipped cream – the ultimate fun dessert. Featured in: Best Dessert Recipes • Easy No-Bake Recipes • Kid-Friendly Desserts Fruity pebble cheesecake tacos are the kind of colorful, crunchy,…

Savory Puff Pastry Twists (Flaky, Buttery & So Easy!)

savory puff pastry twists

Featured in: Easy Appetizers Collection These savory puff pastry twists are the ultimate crowd-pleaser—golden, flaky, buttery layers twisted into elegant spirals and baked until crispy perfection. Whether you fill them with savory cheese and herbs or sweet cinnamon sugar, these…