Welcome to Well Plated by Erin!

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Welcome to Well Plated by Erin

Well Plated by Erin is a trusted cooking resource for anyone looking for reliable recipes that are easy, affordable, and approachable. Whether you’re new to cooking or an experienced home chef, our mission is simple: to help you enjoy wholesome food that tastes incredible—without expensive ingredients or complicated steps.

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Our Story

Founded in 2012 by Erin Clarke as a creative outlet while her husband was in law school, Well Plated began with healthy twists on her childhood comfort food favorites. What started as a personal recipe journal quickly grew into one of the internet’s most reliable food resources, with millions of readers each month.

Our Philosophy

  • We believe healthy eating is all about balance, not restriction. Because as much as we love Baked Chicken Breasts, there’s always room for Lemon Bars too!
  • We believe it’s possible to create delicious dinners your family will love with affordable, everyday ingredients.
  • We believe that food should be joyful. It brings people together, builds community, and creates happy memories.
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Our Recipes

Well Plated by Erin is dedicated to delivering thoroughly tested, reliable recipes. Each dish is carefully developed and refined through multiple rounds of testing in a real home kitchen, ensuring clear, foolproof instructions, accessible ingredients, and consistent results. Because every step is perfected before publication, readers can cook with confidence, knowing the recipes are designed to succeed the first time and every time.

The recipes on Well Plated are:

  • Healthy & Balanced: Focused on fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, healthy fats, and whole grains.
  • Approachable: Everyday ingredients available at any grocery store—no specialty stores required.
  • Time-Saving: One-pan meals, 30-minute dinners, slow cooker favorites, and breakfast ideas.
  • Achievable & Flexible: Step-by-step instructions, helpful kitchen tips, and tested results for cooks of all levels.

From quick weeknight dinners to wholesome breakfasts, indulgent treats, and seasonal inspiration, our recipes are created to make cooking joyful and stress-free.

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In the Press

Well Plated by Erin has been featured in Parade, The Huffington Post, Country Living, Self, Good Housekeeping, BuzzFeed, The Kitchn, and more.

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Connect & Join Our Community

We love hearing from readers. Here are some ways you can connect with us:

  • Get Free Recipes: Sign up for our newsletter and receive weekly meal inspiration.
  • Join Our Cooking Challenge: Participate in our monthly challenge and win prizes.
  • Follow Us on Social Media: Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest, TikTok (@wellplated).
  • Engage With Our Team and Other Readers: Comment on recipes, share feedback, and connect in our Facebook Cooking Community.
  • Email Us: hello@wellplated.com

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