Taylor Kocher

Taylor is a freelance writer, food blogger, and baker from Eastern Pennsylvania. She loves exploring new cities and has helped teach cooking classes and assisted a private chef. When not working, you’ll probably find her whipping up something sweet in the kitchen or binging Food Network. She currently lives in Los Angeles with her husband and their cat, Nala.
I Used the “3 in 1” Grocery Shopping Method and Cut My Budget in Half — Here’s How It Works
There's less waste and plenty of “just for fun” items.
Taylor Kocher
May 5, 2024
My Mom's Legendary Potato Stuffing Is Worth Fighting Over
It’s truly perfect.
Taylor Kocher
Nov 12, 2023
The $4 Cereal I Buy for My Favorite No-Bake Treats (No, It’s Not the One You Think)
Groceries
They’re sweet, peanut-buttery, and a little bit nostalgic.
Taylor Kocher
Feb 28, 2023
Spinach-Artichoke Grilled Cheese Is the Comfort Food Mash-Up You Need
This fun, weeknight-friendly dinner is melty, savory, creamy, and briny.
Taylor Kocher
Feb 8, 2023
Extra-Cheesy Mashed Potato and Bacon Pizza Is the Ultimate Comfort Food
It's inspired by my favorite pie at Otto Pizza.
Taylor Kocher
Dec 2, 2022
7 Items That Are Cheaper at Trader Joe’s than at My Usual Grocery Store
Groceries
Including butter, eggs, cream cheese, and more.
Taylor Kocher
Nov 19, 2022
I Tried Every Store-Bought Hot Cocoa Mix I Could Find — These Are the 2 I’ll Buy Again
Taste Test
The winner beat out my childhood favorite cocoa.
Taylor Kocher
Nov 16, 2022
Creamy Cacio e Pepe Brussels Sprouts Are Absolutely Irresistible
The vegetable side dish you'll make all winter long.
Taylor Kocher
Nov 5, 2022
This $2 Winter Staple Tastes Even Better in the Summer
Groceries
Trust me.
Taylor Kocher
Aug 13, 2022
I Tried the Frozen Pastries I Was Obsessed with as a Kid and All I Can Say Is, Wow
Groceries
"With one bite, my hands and mouth were as messy as I remember."
Taylor Kocher
Jun 22, 2022
8 Childhood Snacks You Thought Were Discontinued but Actually Aren’t
Groceries
Did you barter with animal crackers too?
Taylor Kocher
Jun 19, 2022
We Have Three Words for You: Hawaiian Pizza Skewers
We said what we said.
Taylor Kocher
Jun 9, 2022
9 Trader Joe’s Frozen Dinners That Are Even Better for Breakfast
Groceries
They're all $5 or less!
Taylor Kocher
May 26, 2022
The $5 Grocery Store Find I Use for Quick Sheet Pan Dinners, Rice Bowls, Sandwiches, and More
Groceries
P is for protein!
Taylor Kocher
May 21, 2022
These Kiwi Frozen Yogurt Bites Are the Best Way to Cool Off This Summer
They're super simple to make.
Taylor Kocher
May 19, 2022
Here’s the Real Difference Between Cage-Free and Pasture-Raised Eggs
Who knew?
Taylor Kocher
May 11, 2022
Over 700,000 Air Fryers Are Being Recalled Due to Potential Fire and Burn Hazards
Here's what you need to know.
Taylor Kocher
May 2, 2022
Ferrero Has Recalled 2 Varieties of Its Kinder Chocolate Due to Salmonella Concerns
Check those Easter baskets ASAP.
Taylor Kocher
Apr 12, 2022
I Tried Every Pint of Store-Bought Chocolate Ice Cream I Could Find — These Are the 2 I’ll Be Buying Again
Taste Test
Including a dairy-based and dairy-free winner!
Taylor Kocher
Apr 11, 2022
The Freezer Find I Keep on Hand for Easy, Near-Instant Apps All Year Round
Groceries
It's great for sweet and savory preparations!
Taylor Kocher
Apr 9, 2022
9 Ways You Could Save Money Every Time You Grocery Shop, According to Supermarket Cashiers
Groceries
We spoke to cashiers at Trader Joe's, Targets, Ralph's, and more!
Taylor Kocher
Mar 29, 2022
This Hack Shows You How to Get Perfect Mini Pie Crusts
And it uses an unexpected item you most likely have on hand!
Taylor Kocher
Mar 28, 2022
I Tried This Homemade Recipe for Cosmic Brownies — Here’s How It Measured Up to the O.G. Nostalgic Treat
This recipe is basically Cosmic Brownies ... for adults!
Taylor Kocher
Mar 27, 2022
I Love This $6 Condiment So Much, I Started Buying a Few Jars at a Time
Groceries
It plays very well with cheese.
Taylor Kocher
Mar 25, 2022
This Incredibly Simple Baking Hack Will Make Your Muffin Tops Bigger and Better
You'll wish you knew this one sooner.
Taylor Kocher
Mar 23, 2022
Giada de Laurentiis’ Lemon Spaghetti Features a No-Cook Sauce That’s Ready in Minutes
In this upgraded version of her popular dish, she subs out regular spaghetti noodles for a super-fun pasta shape.
Taylor Kocher
Mar 14, 2022
My Grandma’s Shoofly Pie
It's best served with a hot cup of coffee.
Taylor Kocher
Mar 12, 2022
Machine Gun Kelly Revealed That His Daughter Taught Him the Best Way to Make Blueberry Pancakes
Very much here for a cooking lesson from Casie!
Taylor Kocher
Mar 9, 2022
These No-Bake Mini Funfetti Cheesecakes Are the Next Big Thing You Need to Be Making
Funfetti fans, unite!
Taylor Kocher
Mar 7, 2022
I Tried All the Frozen Mozzarella Sticks I Could Find — The Winner Is a Crispy, Gooey Masterpiece
Taste Test
"The breading has just the right amount of salt to balance out the rich mozzarella cheese."
Taylor Kocher
Mar 3, 2022
Dunkin’ Has a Festive New Shamrock Macchiato on the Menu That’s Perfect for Your St. Patty’s Day Celebration
Plus two salted caramel drinks and toast options, too!
Taylor Kocher
Feb 23, 2022
This Is the Best Mayonnaise, According to Ina, Julia, and Joanna — And I Couldn’t Agree More
Groceries
Do you agree?
Taylor Kocher
Feb 23, 2022
I Tried Cheesy Hawaiian Pizza Rolls and They’re the Grown-Up Version of a Nostalgic Favorite
"I can see my high-school self making these as an after-school snack. And now as my more mature adult self, I think these would make the perfect appetizer for a casual dinner party or game night."
Taylor Kocher
Feb 20, 2022
I Tried Every Box of Confetti Cake Mix I Could Find — The Winner Is Beautifully Soft, Light, and Moist
Groceries
It's a celebration in a box!
Taylor Kocher
Feb 17, 2022
Chicken Biscuit Pot Pie Is the Perfect Shortcut Meal to Warm Up This Week’s Menu
I know what I'll be making this weekend!
Taylor Kocher
Feb 16, 2022
My Grandma’s Chocolate Cake Is the Only One That Matters
Kitchn Love Letters
It's impossibly moist and fudgy.
Taylor Kocher
Feb 10, 2022