Hi, I’m Kristyn Merkley—wife, mom of six, cookbook author, and the creator of Lil’ Luna! Cooking has always been a huge part of my life. Growing up in a big Hispanic family full of amazing cooks and bakers, I developed a love for food early on. It was only natural that I started sharing my favorite recipes, and in 2010, Lil’ Luna was born!

What started as a place to document family-favorite Mexican and American recipes has grown into a trusted resource for easy, delicious meals. With over 2,000 tried-and-true recipes and 15+ years of experience, I’m passionate about helping home cooks feel confident in the kitchen. My specialty? Simple, foolproof recipes that anyone can master—so much so that I even wrote a cookbook, So Easy & So Yummy! My passion is making food that anyone can have success with. That is why every recipe has been tested in my kitchen, and is tested multiple times to make sure that it works. Our driving vision and principle is making recipes that are easy to follow, simple to execute and delicious to share!

There’s nothing I love more than hearing how my recipes have helped make dinnertime easier for others. Welcome to Lil’ Luna—I’m so happy you’re here!

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