Katlyn Moncada

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Title: Food Editor, Better Homes & Gardens
Education: Union University
Location: Des Moines, Iowa
Expertise: Food Trends, Cooking & Baking Tutorials, Recipes

Katlyn is the food editor at Better Homes & Gardens, where she covers cooking and baking basics, the latest food trends, and even snaps the occasional image for a recipe.

Highlights

  • A decade of editorial experience in digital and print magazines
  • Nearly a decade of food editorial writing and education
  • Bachelor of Arts in Journalism with a minor in Photojournalism

Experience

Katlyn Moncada is a writer and editor with almost a decade of experience working for print and digital publications. Growing up in a Filipino-American family, her lifelong passion for cooking and experiencing a wide variety of cuisines lends to covering cooking and baking tutorials, the latest food trends, and more.

Education

Katlyn holds a B.A. in journalism with a minor in photojournalism from Union University in Jackson, Tennessee. She received the award for journalism student of the year as well as a "Best of the South" multimedia journalist honor in the Southeastern Journalism Conference.

About Better Homes & Gardens

Better Homes & Gardens, a Dotdash Meredith Brand, is the only iconic home brand with a 100+ year history of providing trustworthy and achievable ideas for all doers and home-enthusiasts. We are the go-to resource for fresh takes on home, food, and gardening—inspiring people to bring their dreams to life at home on special occasions and every day. BHG reaches 45 million readers each month. Learn more about us and our editorial process.

Latest from Katlyn Moncada

Boiled Eggs in a range of consistencies
How to Boil an Egg So It’s Your Ideal Texture
Pile of strawberries
Will an Ice Water Bath Bring Mushy Strawberries Back to Life?
how to ripen peaches
How to Ripen Peaches That Were Picked Early
Person cutting corn off of cob
How to Remove Corn from the Cob (Without Making a Mess)
Thicken Sauce with Flour
How to Thicken Sauce Using Flour or Cornstarch, Plus 3 Other Ways
Honeyberries on a vine
Meet Honeyberry: A Blueberry-Like Fruit Full of Antioxidants
Refreshing Cold Tequila Ranch Water Cocktail
The 3-Ingredient Ranch Water Is Sure to Be Your Go-To Casual Cocktail This Summer
5 mins
Chicken Bratwurst Onions Broccoli Slaw Salad
4 Mouthwatering Bratwurst Recipe Ideas for Your Next Cookout
halving mango remove pit
How to Cut a Mango in 3 Easy Steps
Bowl of whipped feta dip
Whipped Feta Is the Tangy, Tasty, 5-Ingredient Dip You’re Going to Want to Add to Your Regular Rotation
tri tip steak on cutting board
How to Cook Tri-Tip Steak 3 Ways for an Inexpensive Entree
a pile of flax seeds on a textured surface
The Must-Know Sign That Your Flaxseeds Have Gone Bad
Cassava Brownies
What Is Cassava Flour? Here's How to Use It for Gluten-Free Baking
Pan of browned butter
This Browned Butter Sauce Recipe Adds Richness to Your Favorite Dishes
20 mins
stick of butter sliced into pats
How Many Grams Are in One Stick of Butter?
covering herbs with plastic
How to Store Fresh Basil So It Lasts as Long as Possible
Chipotle, Jackfruit, and Arugula Tacos
19 Vegetarian Summer Recipes to Showcase the Flavors of the Season
rubs in stacked glass jars
13 BBQ Rub Recipes that Add Big Flavor to Meat Without Much Effort
potato tornados
How to Make a Potato Tornado for a Side Dish That's Fun to Make and Eat
45 mins
outdoor picnic table of ribs, hummus, salad russe, and grilled vegetables
Freedom Flavors: Try These Chefs' Juneteenth Recipes for This Year's Celebration
pikliz pimiento cheese
Pikliz Pimento Cheese Is Our Go-To Party Appetizer
20 mins
benne chocolate pinwheel cookies
These Benne Chocolate Pinwheel Cookies Are the Perfect Buttery, Nutty Treat
1 hr 55 mins
fresh ravoli on turquoise background
How to Make Fresh Pasta Dough for Ravioli
1 hr 33 mins
decorated homemade vanilla cake
How to Make a Cake from Scratch That Looks Like It’s From a Bakery