NaTaya Hastings

NaTaya Hastings is a food and recipe writer for Beauty Eval. She’s an educator, boy mom, dog mom, and whatever-stray-enters-the-yard mom. As a result, she's constantly cooking for both humans and animals.

Luckily, she enjoys it!

Though born, raised, and still living in Alabama, her specialty is NOT down-home Southern cooking. Instead, she loves to experiment with Asian, Mexican, Italian, and other ethnic cuisines. She has two mottos when it comes to cooking. “The more spice, the better!” and “There’s no such thing as too much garlic!”

She’s also pretty good with desserts. Especially the easy, no-bake ones.

Her favorite things are cuddling with her four giant dogs, traveling, reading, writing, and hanging out in nature. She’s also pretty excellent at Dominoes.

Homemade cherry turnovers with a glossy glaze and chunks of juicy cherries.

Cherry Turnovers

The first bite of these cherry turnovers is pure bliss. From the flaky pastry and juicy filling to the sweet glaze, they’re a feast for the taste buds.

Hearty Jack Daniel's burger with vegetables, bacon and a smoky flavor.

Jack Daniel’s Burger

If you’ve never had a Jack Daniel’s burger, you’re in for a treat. It’s thick, juicy, and fully loaded with bacon, melty cheese, and plenty of zippy glaze.

Slice of White Texas Sheet Cake with Pecans on a Spatula

White Texas Sheet Cake (Classic Recipe)

White Texas Sheet Cake’s sweet, nutty flavor, soft texture, and pecan topping epitomize Southern charm. This cake is ideal for parties and gatherings.

Irresistible coffee-flavored whipped cream, perfect for garnishing your favorite desserts or morning coffee

Coffee Whipped Cream

Try this indulgent, uber-fluffy coffee whipped cream the next time you need a quick and easy way to elevate your morning coffee or after-dinner treat.

Whole Grasshopper Pie with a slice removed

Grasshopper Pie Recipe

This no-bake grasshopper pie recipe is a dreamy, refreshing delight filled with the fluffiest, most mint-infused marshmallow cream you’ll ever try.

Heavenly marshmallow fluff, a nostalgic favorite that brings back memories of childhood treats

Homemade Marshmallow Fluff

I am absolutely obsessed with this quick and easy homemade marshmallow fluff. It has only six ingredients and is ready in just 30 minutes!

Succulent grilled watermelon wedges with feta and lime, featuring charred grill marks and a hint of smokiness

Grilled Watermelon Recipe

If you haven’t tried grilled watermelon yet, you’re in for a real treat! It’s a surprising twist that’ll completely transform this summer favorite.

Savory homemade italian sliders with cheese, pepperoni, salami and deli ham

Hot Italian Sliders

These hot Italian sliders transform your favorite sub into bite-sized wonders! The combo of ham, salami, pepperoni, and cheese can’t be topped.

Air fried dill pickles in a white plate served with dip on a ramekin bowl.

Air Fryer Fried Pickles

These air fryer fried pickles are crispy, easy, and delicious! In 20 minutes or less, you’ll have a savory snack everyone will love.

Slice of Croissant Bread Pudding on a plate

Croissant Bread Pudding

There’s a lot to love about this croissant bread pudding. Between the custardy croissants and creamy vanilla sauce, it’ll make you weak in the knees.