Recipe for Murder

Laura Michelle
  • 5.0 (2)
  • True Crime

Recipe for Murder is a true crime podcast hosted by Laura Michelle, serving up gripping murder cases, mysterious disappearances, criminal investigations, and shocking twists alongside a love of food and cooking. Each episode dives deep into real-life crimes, exploring the victims, suspects, evidence, and courtroom drama behind the headlines. Then, as a palate cleanser, Laura shares recipes, kitchen inspiration, food trends, and culinary conversations to lighten the mood before the next case. If you’re obsessed with food and have a passion for true crime, mysteries, cold cases, unsolved disappearances, forensic evidence, criminal psychology, and great food, pull up a chair. There’s always room for one more at the table.

Episodes

  1. Jun 30

    Find Jennifer Watkins!

    Send us Fan Mail Jennifer Hollowell Watkins disappeared from Washington, North Carolina, in June 2025, and more than a year later, her family is still searching for answers. A devoted mother of three, nature lover, and educator at the North Carolina Estuarium, Jennifer vanished after what should have been an ordinary morning, leaving behind a trail of unanswered questions and a community desperate to know what happened. In this episode of Recipe for Murder, we take a fact-based look at Jennifer's final known movements, the timeline leading up to her disappearance, the documented history of domestic violence that concerned her family, and the ongoing investigation by the Beaufort County Sheriff's Office. We also share the heartfelt perspective of Jennifer's sister, Amber, who has worked tirelessly to keep Jennifer's name in the public eye while advocating for renewed attention to the case. What happened during the early morning hours of June 27, 2025? Why did Jennifer never return to her children? And could someone be holding the answers her family has been waiting for? Join us as we separate confirmed facts from rumor, honor Jennifer's life, and explore one of North Carolina's most heartbreaking unsolved disappearances. If you have information about Jennifer Hollowell Watkins' disappearance, please contact the Beaufort County Sheriff's Office. Even the smallest detail could make a difference.

  2. Jun 29

    What happened to Lisa Dorrian?

    Send us Fan Mail In February 2005, 25-year-old Lisa Dorrian attended a party at a caravan park in County Down, Northern Ireland. By the following morning, she had vanished without a trace. More than two decades later, investigators believe Lisa was murdered, yet her body has never been found. Hundreds of searches, countless interviews, and years of relentless campaigning by her family have failed to answer the question that still haunts everyone who knew her: What happened to Lisa Dorrian?  In this episode of Recipe for Murder, we examine the final days of Lisa's life, reconstruct the timeline leading up to her disappearance, explore the many twists in one of Northern Ireland's most enduring unsolved murder investigations, and discuss the unwavering determination of her family—especially her sister Joanne—to keep Lisa's name in the public eye while searching for the truth. We also look at the police theories, the years of silence surrounding the case, and the recent developments that have renewed hope that someone, somewhere, may finally come forward.  Some cases fade with time. This one never has. And until Lisa is brought home, her story remains unfinished.

  3. Jun 17

    The Murder of Hannah Foster

    Send us Fan Mail n a cold March night in 2003, 17-year-old Hannah Foster left a Southampton nightclub and began the short walk home. She was a bright, ambitious teenager with dreams of becoming a doctor, loved by her family and friends, and looking forward to her future. But Hannah never made it home. In the early hours of the morning, a desperate call to emergency services captured the terrifying final moments before she disappeared. What followed was a heartbreaking investigation, an international manhunt spanning thousands of miles, and a years-long battle to bring her killer to justice. In this episode of Recipe for Murder, we explore who Hannah Foster was, retrace the events of her final night, examine the investigation that gripped both the United Kingdom and India, and discuss the extraordinary determination of Hannah's family as they fought for answers. This tragic case remains one of the most haunting and significant murder investigations in modern British history. For case and recipe submission contact: recipeformurderpod@gmail.com

  4. Jun 10

    The "Honor" Killings of Amina and Sarah Said

    Send us Fan Mail In January 2008, sisters Amina Said and Sarah Said believed they were heading out for a family dinner with their father. But the invitation would prove to be something far more sinister. As the sisters struggled to balance their dreams of independence with the strict expectations placed upon them at home, they found themselves caught in a situation they could never have anticipated. In this episode, we unravel a heartbreaking story of fear, control, betrayal, and a years-long search for justice that would captivate the nation.   Recipe of the Week: Salmon with Lemon Vinegarette  Killer Ingredient: Cauliflower Documentary Recommendation: The Price of Honor For case and recipe submission contact: recipeformurderpod@gmail.com

  5. May 28

    The Murder of Reagan and Braxlynn Hancock

    Send us Fan Mail In October 2020, a quiet East Texas community was shaken by a crime so horrifying it sounded almost unimaginable. Reagan Hancock, a 21-year-old expectant mother just weeks away from giving birth, was found brutally murdered inside her home. What investigators uncovered in the hours that followed revealed a chilling web of deception, obsession, and a carefully constructed lie that had been unraveling for months. At the center of it all was a woman, Taylor Parker, pretending to live a life that didn’t exist, and a plan that would end in tragedy for Reagan and her unborn daughter, Braxlynn. Viral Smoked Mexican Street Corn Dip: https://www.instagram.com/reels/CrEeNh-JfQX/ Killer ingredient of the week: Whipped Feta Dip: https://www.themediterraneandish.com/creamy-whipped-feta-dip/ For case or recipe submission, email: recipeformurderpod@gmail.com

  6. Apr 30

    The murder of Cassie Jo Stoddart - aka - The Scream Murder

    Send us Fan Mail In 2006, the murder of 16-year-old Cassie Jo Stoddart stunned the small community of Pocatello. As investigators began to piece together what happened, the case quickly took an unexpected and disturbing turn - one that would capture national attention and raise difficult questions about motive, influence, and intent.

  7. Jan 29

    The Murder of Sandy Jeffers

    Send us Fan Mail She was days from graduating college. A young woman wrapping up finals, making plans, standing right at the edge of her future. Then, without warning, Sandy Jeffers vanished from her apartment area in East Tennessee. At first, it looked like a routine missing-person case. But investigators quickly realized this wasn’t someone who simply walked away.   Recipe of the week: The Flu Fighter! https://www.jocooks.com/recipes/flu-fighter-chicken-noodle-soup/ Killer ingredient: Homemade pickled onions.  https://www.rachelcooks.com/how-to-pickle-red-onions-in-five-minutes/

  • 7 Episodes

Ratings & Reviews

5
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About

Recipe for Murder is a true crime podcast hosted by Laura Michelle, serving up gripping murder cases, mysterious disappearances, criminal investigations, and shocking twists alongside a love of food and cooking. Each episode dives deep into real-life crimes, exploring the victims, suspects, evidence, and courtroom drama behind the headlines. Then, as a palate cleanser, Laura shares recipes, kitchen inspiration, food trends, and culinary conversations to lighten the mood before the next case. If you’re obsessed with food and have a passion for true crime, mysteries, cold cases, unsolved disappearances, forensic evidence, criminal psychology, and great food, pull up a chair. There’s always room for one more at the table.

Information

  • Creator
    Laura Michelle
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    7
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Recipe for Murder
  • Show Website
    Recipe for Murder

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