Hi, I’m Leanne Gardner, the cook, coffee lover, and chaos-manager behind Kitchen and Food — where I share easy, family-friendly recipes made for real life.
If you’ve ever juggled dinner while helping with homework, packed lunches half-awake, or wished dinner could cook itself, you’re in the right place. I get it — I’m a mom too. I know what it’s like to want wholesome meals without spending hours in the kitchen.
That’s why every recipe here is tested in my own home, designed for busy moms who crave flavor but don’t have time for fancy steps. Think one-pan dinners, 15-minute lunches, freezer hacks, and sweet treats that disappear before you even pour the milk.
My Cooking Philosophy
I believe food doesn’t have to be complicated to be delicious. A few good ingredients, a dash of creativity, and a little laughter around the table — that’s what makes a meal special.
Here, you’ll find recipes that fit real schedules, real budgets, and real families. I skip the fluff, focus on practicality, and share little time-saving tricks I’ve learned from years of cooking between school runs and soccer practices.
What You’ll Find on Kitchen and Food
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Quick & Easy Recipes: Dinner in 30 minutes (or less!)
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Make-Ahead Meals: For when tomorrow looks even busier than today
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Kid-Approved Favorites: Recipes that actually get eaten
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Simple Desserts: Because a sweet bite fixes almost anything
Let’s Connect
If you’re a busy mom trying to bring joy (and sanity) back to mealtime, I’d love to have you join me. Subscribe to my weekly email for new recipes, or connect with me on Pinterest – where I share what’s cooking in my kitchen right now.
Because life’s too short for complicated recipes. Let’s make cooking simple again — together. ❤️