About Me - Jeri Walker - Winding Creek Ranch

Simple Recipes and Big Flavors, From My Kitchen To Yours

Jeri Walker, food blogger and recipe creator at Winding Creek Ranch, testing a recipe in her Pit Boss pellet grill outside on her deck.

Hi! I'm Jeri!

The recipe developer, photographer, and voice behind Winding Creek Ranch, a food blog with over 450 easy, flavor-packed recipes that make home cooking feel simple again. With more than 1.91 million pageviews and 1.15 million users in the past year, it’s become a go-to resource for real people looking for real food.

You're In The Right Place If You're Looking For...

Easy family dinners that come together fast.
Smoked, grilled, and air-fried recipes that actually work.
Homemade sauces, sides, and desserts to round out the meal.
Hearty breakfasts, fresh salads, and real-food basics.
Sourdough and homemade bread recipes that actually rise.
Easy canning recipes and freezer-friendly preserves for extended storage.
Appetizers and party snacks that are simple but crowd-pleasing.
Copycat recipes inspired by your favorite restaurants and cafés.
Beverage recipes - from cozy drinks to coffee shop favorites made at home.

Jeri Walker, the food blogger and recipe creator at Winding Creek Ranch, in her vehicle after picking up groceries.

Why Trust Me?

I have over 40 years of hands-on cooking experience and a background teaching cooking skills to students in both elementary and high school. Every recipe on this site is developed and tested by me—often multiple times—so you can follow it with confidence, whether you’re just starting out or you’ve been cooking for years.

I style, photograph, and film every recipe in my own kitchen—and if it’s not a hit with my family, it doesn’t get posted.

A Bit About Me

I live in the country on an old working cattle ranch with my husband Bill, our Saint Bernard Bruno, and our cat Lucy.
I have three grown kids.
I have a massive backyard garden that keeps us stocked all year long. We also grow vegetables and herbs in a greenhouse and store produce in a root cellar.
I'm currently obsessed with my air fryer, two pellet grills (because one’s never enough), and my electric smoker.
Food has always been my thing. I LOVE reading cookbooks, flipping through recipe magazines, and watching cooking shows.
I even ran a homemade perogy business with a friend in my early twenties.
I love recreating dishes we’ve tried while traveling - like seafood chowder from Tofino, tacos from a Hawaiian food truck, or deep-dish pizza in Chicago.

Jeri and Bill Walker standing on a ferry traveling on the Pacific Ocean.

Exploring in British Columbia, Canada.

Jeri and Bill Walker standing on the beach in Maui, Hawaii.

Enjoying the sunset in Maui, Hawaii (My hair does not handle humidity, lol).

Jeri's daughter, Rosie, scooping up a piece of Chicago deep dish pizza at Giordanos in Chicago.

Deep dish pizza in Chicago.

Where It All Started

I started Winding Creek Ranch in early 2021 after years of googling “easy dinner recipes” for my family. With a love for photography and a passion for food, launching a recipe blog was the next step. What began as a way to organize our favorite meals has become a full-time job—and a growing online community.

My mission is to provide easy-to-follow recipes that use simple, everyday ingredients while embracing the unique flavors that come with different seasons and special occasions.

With clear instructions and helpful tips, I'll guide you through each recipe step by step so you can confidently prepare delicious meals for yourself and your loved ones.

What You Can Expect Here...

You’ll find recipes that are:

Quick to prep, with simple instructions
Made from everyday ingredients
Family-tested and picky-eater approved

👉 Try These Categories First:

Pellet Grill + Smoker Recipes - outdoor cooking made simple
Air Fryer Recipes - quick and easy meals
Dinner Recipes - many recipes can be made in under 30 minutes, and some in less than 15 minutes
Instant Pot Recipes - dinner in a flash
Beverage Recipes - coffee shop vibes, made at home
Dessert Recipes - everything from fruit crisps to brownies

Want to see ALL the recipes on the blog? Check out my Recipe Index—over 450+ easy and delicious tested recipes your family will love!

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Awards + Recognition

🏆 Best Comfort Cuisine Family Recipe Blog — Global Business Awards 2024
🏆 Recipe Platform of the Year — Corporate LiveWire Global Awards 2024/2025

Podcast Appearances

🎙 Eat Like No One Else - It's Rhubarb Season

🎙 Eat Like No One Else - Why Dual Basket Air Fryers Are The Best

From Readers Like You

I have to say that of all the food bloggers I have followed over the years, you are hands down the best. Your expertise in all cooking methods—air fryer, grilling, and smoking—is crazy good!

- Michael

I really enjoy your recipes with your personal touch.

- Scott

FAQs

What’s your cooking background?

I’ve cooked for over 40 years, taught cooking in schools, and now blog full-time. Everything I publish is tested and family-approved.

How do I find a specific recipe?

Use the search bar or browse the recipe index by category, ingredient, or name.

Contact

You can reach me by email at jeri@windingcreekranch.org or by message on Facebook or Instagram. You can also ask a question in any comment section below any recipe, and I will personally respond.

Thanks for stopping by—I’m so glad you’re here. I can't wait to help you discover your new favorite recipe. Let's get cooking!

Love, Jeri ❤️

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