Alexandra Roa

Hi, I’m Alexandra Roa—recipe developer, food-photography lover, and the voice behind Alexandra Recipes. After two decades of experimenting in my home kitchen, I’m still amazed by how a handful of simple ingredients can turn into something that brings people together. My dishes are always pork-free, alcohol-free, and family-friendly, with a special focus on vibrant seasonal produce, trend-setting mocktails, and those little kitchen hacks that make cooking feel effortless.

Veggie Sticks with Ranch Dip: A Simple Snack to Love

July 17, 2025 by Alexandra Roa

Veggie sticks served with creamy ranch dip in a colorful platter.

Veggie Sticks with Ranch Dip is my actual go-to move when the snack craving train rolls into town. Seriously, if you want to make snack time more creative without spending … Learn More

Mastering Hard-Boiled Eggs for Effortless Batch Prep

July 17, 2025 by Alexandra Roa

Perfectly batch prepared hard-boiled eggs on a kitchen countertop.

Ever get this feeling? You’re hustling in the kitchen, trying to prep lunchboxes or nail a picnic, but your batch of Hard-Boiled Eggs (batch prep) turns out, well…weird. Some are … Learn More

Mouthwatering Beef Brisket: A Simple Slow Cooked Delight

July 17, 2025 by Alexandra Roa

Deliciously tender slow cooked or smoked Beef Brisket ready to serve.

Beef Brisket (slow cooked or smoked) has always been a kind of wild-card recipe for me. I remember my first time—standing in the kitchen, staring at this hunk of meat … Learn More

Delicious Berry Trifle with Whipped Cream: A Simple Delight

July 17, 2025 by Alexandra Roa

A delicious Berry Trifle with Whipped Cream layered with fresh berries and cake.

Let’s talk about Berry Trifle with Whipped Cream for a second. Ever get stumped by last-minute guests? Or just want to end a regular Wednesday with something that looks all … Learn More

Savor the Flavor: Grilled Vegetable Skewers Made Easy

July 17, 2025 by Alexandra Roa

Colorful grilled vegetable skewers with zucchini, red onion, and bell peppers on a barbecue grill.

Grilled Vegetable Skewers really are the MVP when barbecue season hits, right? I don’t know about you, but I’ve had enough soggy salads and boring sides at cookouts. Sometimes you … Learn More

Sizzlin’ Grilled Chicken with Peach Salsa for Your Summer BBQ!

July 17, 2025 by Alexandra Roa

Grilled chicken topped with fresh peach salsa, a colorful and healthy summer dish.

Grilled Chicken with Peach Salsa is my go-to when summer gets so hot you could practically cook on the sidewalk, and you’ve flat-out run out of BBQ tricks. Feel like … Learn More

The Secret to Perfect Homemade Lemonade Every Time!

July 17, 2025 by Alexandra Roa

Refreshing glass of homemade lemonade with lemon slices and ice.

Homemade Lemonade is one of those things that sounds easy enough, until you try making it and wonder why it doesn’t taste quite right. Maybe it’s too sour, or blows … Learn More

Delicious Mini Quiches with Spinach and Feta You’ll Love

July 17, 2025 by Alexandra Roa

Delicious Mini Quiches with Spinach and Feta, perfect for brunch or light meals.

Mini Quiches with Spinach and Feta always seem to save the day when I need a crowd-pleasing dish, fast. Try to picture those times when guests show up, surprise-style, or … Learn More

Delicious and Easy Homemade Granola Bars Everyone Will Love

July 17, 2025 by Alexandra Roa

Homemade granola bars with oats, peanut butter, and chocolate chips

Homemade Granola Bars. Let’s be real. Store-bought snacks can be so weird, right? Crinkly wrappers everywhere, extra sugar hiding in there, not to mention they cost way too much if … Learn More

Deliciously Easy Baked Oatmeal Cups You’ll Love!

July 17, 2025 by Alexandra Roa

Delicious baked oatmeal cups made with wholesome ingredients, perfect for breakfast.

Baked Oatmeal Cups saved my mornings more times than I can count. You wake up bored of cold cereal (again), or you need breakfast for a crowd, or you remember … Learn More