Domestic Superhero

Simple recipes packing a PUNCH of flavor that any home cook can recreate!

About Me

Hey y’all! My name is Allyson and I am the creator behind Domestic Superhero.  Ever since I was a little girl, I loved creating and making things.  It wasn’t until college though, that I found my passion for cooking and developing new recipes! Throughout my 4 years of college, I worked as a nanny for a family of  4, and I had to make the dinner every night! It was crazy, because up until that point I only knew how to make one dish, Chicken Parmesan.  So I started recording Rachel Ray and other various cooking shows, because a 30 minute meal sounded very appealing…especially since I was busy taking care of kids and cooking at the same time.  

I learned how to effectively chop garlic, use diced tomatoes a million and one ways, and so many other tricks and tips. I slowly built up an understanding of how ingredients come together, and how to make the best dish possible with what you have available.  I also started hosting dinner parties, to get my friends together and also have the chance to do some ‘fancy’ cooking. I loved everything about cooking and having great company! Once I graduated from Berkeley, I headed to the East Coast for work, and continued cooking all the time…

Then I met my husband in New York a few years later and we decided to continue this crazy life journey in Atlanta!

Flash forward several years and I’m now in my early 30’s (ahhh, when did that happen?!), and I am married to my best friend, Andres, and I have 2 amazing boys, Austin and Everett.  

Austin is 10 years old and a BIG handful, and Everett is 6 and the happiest kid I’ve ever met! They are my best DIY projects to date 🙂

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Domestic Superhero is my blog. It’s a place where share various recipes, DIY Projects, crafts, decor, inspirations, and the realities that fill my life.  This blog features things I’ve found and usually love, but may feature some imperfect projects as well.  Most things are frugal and budget friendly, as I love saving money.  I love sharing things and inspiring people to take action, too!  Cooking is my passion and I strive to share recipes that are delicious and easy; recipes that any home cook can EASILY recreate!  I love being crafty, but unfortunately lack time so most of the stuff you see here will be food related (however, keep an eye out for the random DIY project!). 

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I love hearing from y’all so please feel free to contact me! If you are interested in working with me, please contact me for more information! I have worked with brands such as Kraft, GE, BlendTec, William’s Sonoma, Jimmy Dean, Keebler, Graco, Nabisco, Nestle, Johnson & Johnson, Pixar, Disney, MARS, Hefty, Iowa Corn, Red Gold, Tyson, Barilla, Miracle-Gro, Jose Quervo, Lifeway Foods, Unilever,  Del Monte, Dole, Hunts, Tuttorosso, Uncle Ben, Dannon, California Pizza Kitchen, Smuckers, Fre-Wine, Parent’s Choice, T-Mobile, Reckitt Benckiser, Hain Celestial, Skinny Girl, Marie Callender,  Munchkin, Success Rice (Raviana), Dr. Pepper Snapple Group, Handmade Charlotte, Rubbermaid, Church & Dwight (Orajel), Southern Breeze Sweet Tea, VIVA, Puffs, International Delight, Hebrew National, Wendy’s, and so many more. 

I have also been featured several times on Yahoo!, Buzzfeed, MSN, Country Living, Redbook, Parent’s Magazine, Kiwi Magazine, Square Rooms Magazine, Bob Vila, Women’s Health Magazine and website, and many more.

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Thanks for visiting and taking the time to read all about me!

– Allyson

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Comments

  5. kimthedietitian says

    Thanks for visiting my site! Your blog is really wonderful – your egg recipes look so good! I’m going to try the Mexican one as well as the one you just posted.

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  6. Ann reed says

    Niece I had no idea this is YOUR blog! Congratulations, wait til I tell your Uncle Randy. He has no Facebook acct. I have been admiring your creations but didn’t realize you were the blogger. Me so proud!

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    • Allyson says

      Thank you! I still have a long way to go, but it looks like it won’t be until January or so that I can roll out my new custom design! Thanks for checking it out!

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  13. Linda says

    Hi Allyson, I made the switch to a self hosting site recently but transferring followers doesn’t come with the package. Would you consider taking a look and following me again at my new spot…same name different address? Nice to see your blog again. Following you now from the new place. Thanks. Linda

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    • Allyson says

      Hi Linda! What great news! I have signed up to follow you again and look forward to seeing your new stuff!
      Best, Allyson

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  14. SANDI says

    HI,

    JUST FOUND YOUR SITE WITH SOME GREAT RECIPES, AND WILL BE TRYING SEVERAL THIS WEEK.

    I SAW THE PICTURES OF YOUR ADORABLE BOYS.

    THEY GROW UP FAST, SO ENJOY THEM WHILE YOU CAN.

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  15. Rachel Daisy-Doyle says

    That’s my beautiful and talented niece y’all are enjoying. I never would have guessed she would be sooo talented though I should have. Allyson and her brother were into so many creative things like dance and karate and they have a mother who is also very talented. I’m so very proud of her and have to admit I had absolutely nothing to do with her becoming such a talented and beautiful woman. Best of luck and best wishes from your Auntie Rachel and Uncle Bill :*

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  16. Michelle says

    So where is the recipe for the Spicy Shrimp Stir Fry…..I can’t find it. I have scrolled through several times.
    Unless I am blind!!!

    Welcome to Georgia….I am a NY transplant too

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  18. Lori says

    Love the IKEA book case bench. Have all my supplies and ready to go! Just one question…what is the best way to apply the Velcro to make sure the cushion and bench top match up? I have never used Velcro before.

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    • Allyson says

      Hey! You will see when you take the velcro out, but both sides have sticky adhesive on them. What I do is put both sides of the velcro together, like they are already stuck together, then take the adhesive off one side, and put on the base of the book shelf. Do this for all pieces. THEN, remove the paper protector from the tops of the velcro so the adhesive is out – when you are ready to put the cushion down, align it from above, and press firmly down on top of the velcro. The adhesive should adhere to the top. Does that make sense?

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  21. Serenity says

    I found your long lost 2nd cousin. His name is Samuel Adam short. I hope you two can get in contact and meet one day. Best wishes, samuel’s student.

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      • Serenity says

        So I saw you got back to me on my comment, it took me a long long long time to figure out that you 2 were related but I think you 2 should really meet up soon because it would be great since thanksgiving just passed. Maybe you guys could plan a family Christmas trip or something. Plus he has kids that could play with your kids.

        Anyways, best wishes and the best of luck with you guys meeting up!

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