About

About Kylee’s Kitchen

Hello! I'm so happy you're here. My name is Kylee, and I'm the author and recipe creator behind Kylee's Kitchen. I live in Indianapolis with my husband, William, our two daughters, and our dog, Dill Pickle.

My culinary journey had an atypical beginning. It didn't start in a restaurant—it started under the bright lights of a newsroom.

From the Newsroom to Culinary School

In 2013, fresh out of Indiana University, I started my first job at FOX59 working the 11 p.m. to 8 a.m. shift. Wanting to win over my new coworkers, I brought in cookies on my first day. They were a big hit—even though I just used a store-bought mix because that’s all I knew how to make at the time!

Working the overnight shift meant I had an unusual schedule and a lot of quiet daytime hours. Needing a creative outlet, I decided to teach myself how to cook and bake from scratch, using my newsroom coworkers as my official taste testers. I started a blog to document the journey, and eventually convinced the news director that my recipes were worthy of a morning show segment.

Over the years, I had the privilege of helping cover major events alongside incredible journalists, but my passion for food kept growing. On August 28, 2020, I made the terrifying but exciting decision to leave the television industry to fully pursue my dream.

I enrolled in culinary school and graduated in May 2022 with dual degrees in Culinary Arts and Baking & Pastry Arts, transitioning Kylee’s Kitchen from a creative hobby into my full-time professional career in recipe development.

My Culinary Philosophy & Expertise

I believe that great cooking relies on a solid foundation of technique, but it shouldn't feel intimidating. Because I spent years as a self-taught home cook before going to culinary school, I know how to translate complex professional methods into foolproof steps for your home kitchen.

• Tested for Success: Every recipe featured here undergoes rigorous testing. I focus on ingredient functionality, ensuring that substitutions work seamlessly and even "rule-breaking" methods—like my streamlined, dump-all-in approach to delicate pavlovas—are foolproof for you.

• Seasonal & Sustainable Solutions: My culinary style heavily emphasizes utilizing fresh, seasonal produce. I am deeply passionate about zero-waste cooking, creating innovative ways to repurpose kitchen scraps and pantry remnants so nothing goes to waste.

As Seen In: Media & Publications

My background in television and my culinary training frequently come together on screen and in print. I regularly share live cooking demonstrations, seasonal entertaining platters, and sustainable kitchen hacks with broader audiences across regional media:

• Television Appearances: Regular on-air culinary contributor for FOX59 and IndyNow.

• Print & Digital Editorial: Featured recipe developer and culinary writer for Edible Indy, celebrating local food culture and seasonal ingredients.

My Commitment to Trust & Quality

Every recipe, guide, and tutorial on Kylee’s Kitchen is written, photographed, and verified by me.

• No AI-Generated Content: Every ingredient list and instruction is crafted from my actual hands-on testing.

• Real Troubleshooting: I explicitly explain the why behind techniques so you can avoid common kitchen mistakes before you even turn on the stove.

• Original Photography: All recipe imagery features the actual dish prepared in my kitchen, providing a transparent visual guide.

Let’s Connect

I love hearing how these recipes turn out in your own kitchen! If you have a question about a technique, an ingredient substitution, or a media inquiry, feel free to reach out.

• Location: Based in Indianapolis, Indiana

• Social Media: Follow along on Instagram and TikTok for daily kitchen tips, behind-the-scenes recipe testing, and media segment updates.