10+ Years of Professional Recipe Development & Farm-to-Fork Inspiration
Hi! I’m Krissy Allori. Whether you’re a seasoned home cook or just starting your culinary journey, I’m here to help you create the absolute best versions of your favorite recipes.
Since founding Self Proclaimed Foodie in 2014, I’ve dedicated over a decade to mastering the art of the “perfect” dish. My philosophy is simple: High-quality, seasonal ingredients meet rigorous kitchen testing.
Why Trust My Recipes? (The SPF Guarantee)
In an era of AI-generated content and unverified viral trends, I believe a recipe is only as good as its reliability. When you cook from this site, you are using a process backed by years of experience:
Rooted in Experience: Living on a 10-acre farm outside of Portland, Oregon, gives me a unique, hands-on perspective. Managing 26 chickens, two beehives, and a seasonal garden isn’t just a hobby; it informs my deep understanding of ingredient quality and sustainable cooking.
The Triple-Test Standard: Every recipe on this site is tested an average of 3 to 5 times in a real-world home kitchen. I account for variables like oven temperature fluctuations and ingredient brands so that the recipe works for your family the first time.
Troubleshooting & Expertise: I don’t just provide a list of steps. I include “Information Gain” including the tips, tricks, and “why” behind the techniques. I do this to help you become a more confident cook.
A Decade of Culinary Authority
I am a self-taught cook who has spent the last 20 years immersed in the food-rich culture of the Pacific Northwest, New Mexican Southwest, and Southern California. My work and recipes have been recognized by major culinary outlets, helping millions of home cooks find confidence in the kitchen.
Press & Mentions:
I am proud to have my recipes featured by industry leaders.
- My Pan Seared Pork Chops were featured in MSN’s 20 Quick And Delicious Weeknight Dinners Ready In 30 Minutes Or Less
- Country Living has featured several of my recipes. My Dutch Oven Dutch Baby was highlighted in their 30 Dutch Oven Recipes That Work Great for Campfire Cooking article. 20 Inspiring Chili Recipes to Feed a Hungry Crowd highlighted my Game Day Beer Chili recipe. Additionally, when they shared 40+ Best Healthy Pumpkin Recipes to Enjoy the Best Fall Flavor, they featured my Pumpkin Curry Hummus.
- The Oregon Raspberry and Blackberry commission featured my Slow Cooker Berry Cider.
- Real Simple featured my Pumpkin Whoopie Pies, my Pumpkin Swirl Brownies, and my Pumpkin Fruit Dip in their 51 Canned Pumpkin Recipes That Are Incredibly Easy to Make article.
- Taste of Home has featured a couple of my recipes. First, my Halloween Vampire Cocktail was highlighted in their 11 Spooky Good Halloween Drinks with Vodka round up. Second, my Chicken Tenders were featured in their 12 Genius Ways to Cook With Cheerios.
- Delish highlighted my recipe for Banana Bread Pudding in their 17 Super-Comforting Bread Puddings round-up.
- Woman’s Day wrote an article on 38 Easy Pumpkin Cake Recipes to Spice Up Your Fall Dessert Menu and featured my Pumpkin Streusel Coffee Cake.
- Pop Sugar has featured countless of my recipes (too many to list).
You can watch me make my famous Salmon Patties on Portland KATU’s Afternoon Live.
My Philosophy: Meals & Memories
I understand the challenges of a busy family. I have two kids and a husband who are my primary “taste testers,” so I know that a recipe has to be both delicious and practical.
Some of my most popular recipes when I started were things like Granny’s Monkey Bread and my ever popular Salmon Patties.
Whether it’s a 30-minute weeknight dinner like my Cajun Shrimp Pasta or a labor of love like Filet Mignon, my goal is to help you create food that brings people together.
With an immensely strong passion for Farm to Fork recipes, it’s no surprise some of my most popular summer time recipes are my refrigerator dill pickles and my strawberry rhubarb jam.
Beyond the Kitchen: The 10-Acre Life
While Self Proclaimed Foodie is where I share my recipes, my lifestyle on our 10-acre homestead is the engine behind the food. Transitioning from the suburbs to a working farm changed the way I cook—moving toward fresh, unprocessed, and seasonal ingredients.
If you’re interested in the “behind the scenes” of my life with goats, chickens, and bees, you can find me documenting that journey at Ten Acre Baker.
Start Cooking Today
Not sure where to begin? Join millions of other readers by starting with some of my most-loved categories:
- 30-Minute Meals: Perfect for busy weeknights when time is short but flavor is a must.
- Instant Pot Favorites: Learn how I use modern tools to create classic comfort food.
- Farm-to-Table Desserts: Using fresh berries and seasonal fruits for the ultimate sweet finish.
As the sign in my dining room says: “Meals and Memories are made HERE.” I’m honored to be a small part of the memories you make in your own kitchen.
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