The Buttery Spoon

Nice to meet you

Hi, I’m Caitlyn!

I’m a wife, mom of three boys, and creator of The Buttery Spoon.

Caitlyn Sullivan smiling, leaning on a marble kitchen counter

My story

From “what’s for dinner?” to a whole recipe box

Between work, raising littles, and everyday life, I know how busy dinnertime can be. That’s why I love creating simple, comforting meals that are kid-tested and husband-approved, from slow cooker favorites to quick one-pot dinners. I hope you’ll find a few new family favorites to make your busy nights a little easier.

Every recipe here gets tested on my own crew first. If it’s fussy, it gets simplified. If it flops, it never makes the site. What’s left are the keepers: cozy dinners, easy breakfasts, lunchbox wins, and desserts worth turning the oven on for.

Come say hi on Instagram — it’s where the daily cooking happens.

What you’ll find here

Recipes That Work as Hard as You Do

Quick & Easy

Most dinners land on the table in 30 minutes or less.

Kid-Approved

Tested by the toughest critics — my own family.

Set & Forget

Slow cooker and one-pot meals for the busiest days.

Behind the scenes

Life in Caitlyn’s Kitchen

Bright modern kitchen with white cabinetry and a granite counter
Caitlyn Sullivan with her husband and their three boys outside in the fall
Overhead view of Caitlyn setting a sheet pan of roasted vegetables on the counter

The Weekly Menu

Let’s Stay in Touch

One friendly email a week with fresh dinner ideas and a sweet treat.