Launched in 2012 by published cookbook author Alyssa Rivers, The Recipe Critic is a trusted resource for home cooks seeking simple, delicious, and family-friendly meals. The website features thousands of recipes that have been carefully tried, tested, and approved by some of the toughest critics—kids and families from around the world.
What You’ll Find Here
- Easy weeknight dinners
- Budget-friendly meals
- Crowd favorites (like my Alfredo, Steak Marinade, and Easy Veggie Stir Fry)
- Step-by-step recipes tested in my own kitchen
Whether you’re feeding picky kids, planning a holiday meal, or just need something that actually turns out, this is the place to be!
The Website
The Recipe Critic is built for busy families who want meals that are simple, flavorful, and turn out every time. With over a decade of hands-on recipe testing and millions of monthly readers, the site has become a go-to source for easy meals that actually work.
Inside the recipe library, you’ll find everything from slow cooker classics and one-pot favorites to air fryer meals, casseroles, and desserts. The Recipe Critic team helps make sure that each recipe is developed to be full of flavor, budget friendly, and made with real ingredients.
Beyond the recipes, The Recipe Critic offers cooking tips, step-by-step videos, and seasonal inspiration to help home cooks feel confident in the kitchen. Readers can also sign up for the free newsletter or follow along on Instagram or Facebook for weekly meal plans and fresh recipe ideas!
Contact Alyssa
Have questions, recipe requests, or collaboration ideas? Feel free to get in touch! You can email Alyssa directly at alyssa@therecipecritic.com, or connect on social media.
