
OnePan Ground Beef Sweet Potato Skillet Weeknight Winner
Need a quick weeknight dinner This Ground Beef Sweet Potato skillet is American comfort food made easy Onepan healthy and packed…
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Need a quick weeknight dinner This Ground Beef Sweet Potato skillet is American comfort food made easy Onepan healthy and packed…
Fancy a Carrot Cake Cheesecake Recipe thats a real crowdpleaser This easy layered dessert combines carrot cake creamy cheesecake…
Craving Mexican dessert recipes These Tres Leches Cinnamon Rolls are a showstopper Soft fluffy soaked in tres leches get ready…
Need a quick healthy breakfast These Apple Cinnamon Breakfast Bars are perfect Soft chewy and packed with oats apples An easy…
These Bang Bang Chicken Sliders Chicken are LEGENDARY Crispy chicken creamy spicy sauce a sleepover snack turned craveworthy…
Craving a vibrant Roasted sweet potato salad This Southwesterninspired salad with black beans corn lime dressing is healthy…
Wake up to fall flavors These Pumpkin spice overnight oats are ridiculously easy healthy Just stir chill enjoy Perfect makeahead…
The best Quaker oatmeal cookies recipe These soft chewy cookies are just like the ones on the Quaker Oats lid An easy classic…
Dreaming of garlic butter lobster tail This recipe brings restaurant flavor home Easy quick and ready in under 30 minutes Get my…
Need proper comfort food My creamy Chicken Ginger rice porridge recipe Congee is just the ticket Easy to make utterly delicious…
My goto 7 layer dip recipe This Mexican layer dip is a guaranteed crowdpleaser Easy appetizer recipes dont get better than this…
Tired of brown apples Discover how to keep apples from browning with these easy methods Perfect for snacks lunchboxes more Say…
Channel your inner Dude with this easy White Russian drink This recipe delivers the perfect creamy coffeeflavored cocktail Simple…
Elevate your ginger cake with sloe gin This boozy bake is moist spiced perfect for afternoon tea Think Downton Abbey meets GBBO…
Ditch the storebought stuff My easy Pad Thai sauce recipe brings authentic Thai flavor to your kitchen Tangy sweet and savory get…
Want the best apple pie recipe homemade This classic apple pie recipe delivers every time Flaky crust spiced filling the ultimate…
Get fall off the bone instant pot ribs in under an hour This easy recipe delivers tender flavourpacked ribs without hours of…
This Million Dollar Chicken Casserole More like a million smiles Creamy cheesy and ready in under an hour The ultimate easy…
Looking for the best Manhattan cocktail ingredients This classic Manhattan recipe is rich complex and easy to make Perfect for a…
Craving comfort My creamy oyster stew recipe is a hug in a bowl Simple classic and ready in 30 mins Get the secret to the best…
Craving homemade chocolate covered cherries This recipe delivers the perfect balance of sweet and decadent flavors Easy to follow…
Struggling with watery sauces My guide on how to thicken sauce shows you easy roux cornstarch and other tricks for perfect gravy…
Knock your socks off with these FiveSpice Glazed Pork Belly Bites Cantoneseinspired meltinyourmouth tender The secret My homemade…
This dirt pudding recipe is a whimsical nobake dessert thats perfect for parties or a fun treat Crushed Oreos chocolate pudding…
Ditch the stove This rice cooker paella is packed with chicken chorizo and vibrant flavor An easy rice cooker meals recipe for a…
Stop guessing This beef temperature chart is your guide to perfectly cooked beef every time From rare to welldone if you must get…
Want to know how to make tamales These classic pork tamales are easier than you think Learn the secrets for fluffy masa and…
Beat the heat with Tinto de Verano This easy Spanish wine cocktail is like Sangrias cooler cousin Red wine lemonlime soda and…
Craving Peruvian comfort food My Aji de Gallina recipe is a creamy flavorful chicken stew thats surprisingly easy to make Get my…
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Hi, I'm Kendra, and welcome to my little corner of the internet! Cooking with Kendra is more than just a food blog; it's a personal collection of recipes, stories, and kitchen adventures straight from my heart. I started this site to share my passion for wholesome, delicious, and achievable home cooking. Here, you'll find recipes that my family and I truly love, from comforting classics that have been passed down through generations to new favorites inspired by my travels and everyday life. My goal is to make you feel like we're in the kitchen together, sharing tips and a love for good food.
I believe that cooking should be a joyful and stress-free experience. That's why I focus on creating recipes with clear, easy-to-follow instructions and using ingredients that are readily available. Each post includes personal notes, tips for success, and step-by-step photos to guide you. Whether you're a beginner cook just starting your journey or an experienced home chef looking for new inspiration, I hope you find something here that inspires you to get in the kitchen and create a delicious meal.
My recipes are organized just like my own recipe box, filled with categories for every occasion. Check out my "Weeknight Dinners" for quick and easy meal ideas that the whole family will love. In the "Sunday Suppers" section, you'll find heartier, slow-cooked dishes perfect for a relaxing weekend. I have a serious sweet tooth, so my "Desserts & Baking" category is overflowing with cakes, cookies, pies, and breads that are perfect for satisfying any craving.
You'll also find sections dedicated to "Healthy & Light" options for when you want something nutritious yet flavorful, and "Appetizers & Party Food" for all your entertaining needs. I love celebrating the seasons, so look out for seasonal collections featuring fresh produce like summer berries or autumn pumpkins. Browse by course, ingredient, or dietary need—I have a growing collection of vegetarian and gluten-free options too!
A great meal is often about more than just the recipe. In my "Kitchen Tips" section, I share all the little secrets I've learned over the years. This includes practical advice on meal prepping to save time, how to stock a smart pantry, and my reviews of favorite kitchen tools and appliances that I can't live without. I want to help you become a more efficient and confident cook.
I also love to share guides on basic techniques, like how to make a perfect vinaigrette or how to get a crispy skin on chicken. These are the building blocks that will allow you to go beyond the recipe and start creating your own dishes. Think of this section as your personal cooking school, with me as your friendly instructor.
I often get asked if my recipes are tested. Yes! I personally develop and test every single recipe in my own home kitchen, often multiple times, to make sure it works perfectly before I share it with you. Can you ask questions about a recipe? Of course! I love hearing from you. Please leave a comment on the recipe post, and I'll do my best to answer it quickly.
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