Welcome to Our Kitchen
If you believe that food brings people together, you’ll feel right at home here.
Dishes Made Easy was born from a simple idea — that anyone can cook something delicious with just a little inspiration and a few everyday ingredients.
This is where cozy comfort food meets everyday simplicity, where recipes are written with love and tested with care.
We’re Ashley and Amanda — two friends who share a passion for making home cooking joyful again.
We laugh, we taste, we experiment, and we share it all right here with you.
👩🍳 Meet Ashley Wilson
Hi, I’m Ashley Wilson, the founder of Dishes Made Easy.
I was born and raised in New York City, where food was always a big part of my life. The smells of garlic simmering, the sound of sizzling pans, the comfort of homemade dinners — those moments shaped me.
Today, I live in New York with my energetic 8-year-old daughter — my little kitchen assistant and the best taste-tester I could ask for. Watching her light up when we cook together is what inspires everything I share here.
How It All Started
I didn’t begin as a food blogger. I worked in a demanding corporate job, often eating on the go and missing the comfort of real, homemade meals.
When I became a mom, I wanted that sense of home again — but like most parents, I didn’t have hours to spend in the kitchen.
So, I started experimenting with quick, easy, and flavorful recipes that fit into my busy days.
What began as a few scribbled notes on the fridge turned into a passion project that kept growing — and eventually became Dishes Made Easy.
What I Believe In
Food doesn’t have to be complicated to be amazing.
My recipes focus on:
- Real ingredients you can find anywhere
- Comforting flavors that make every meal feel special
- Simple steps that anyone can follow
I test every recipe multiple times — some end up perfect, some end up teaching me something new. But every single one comes from the heart.
👩🍳 Meet Amanda Valley
And now, meet Amanda Valley, my dear friend and the creative spark who helps bring Dishes Made Easy to life.
Amanda joined me to turn this space into a true community for food lovers. She’s the reason so many of our recipes feel like stories — because she writes and cooks with heart.
Her background is a mix of storytelling and home-style cooking. She’s the kind of person who can turn a handful of pantry ingredients into something you’ll remember for days.
Amanda’s Cooking Philosophy
Amanda believes food is more than flavor — it’s emotion.
She says, “When people taste something comforting, they remember where they were the first time they felt that warmth.”
Her recipes focus on dishes that feel familiar yet exciting, from hearty one-pot dinners to fresh takes on old classics.
She adds creativity and balance to everything we make together, often saying, “If it doesn’t make you smile, it’s not ready yet.”
What You’ll Find Here
Every recipe on Dishes Made Easy is created with one purpose — to make your life easier and your meals better.
Here’s what you can always expect when you visit our kitchen:
❤️ Real Recipes for Real Life
No fancy gadgets, no complicated techniques — just real food for real people. Whether you’re cooking for family, friends, or just yourself, you’ll find recipes that fit your day and fill your heart.
⏱️ Simple Steps, Delicious Results
Our recipes are clear, quick, and always tested. We show you exactly what to do so you can cook confidently, even on your busiest weeknights.
📸 Inspiration That Feels Like Home
Each photo you see is from our own kitchen, made with real ingredients and natural light. No food styling tricks — just the honest beauty of homemade food.
How We Work Together
Behind every recipe, there’s a process that brings our ideas to life.
Here’s a peek behind the scenes:
- Brainstorming: We think about what people love to eat and what they actually have time to make.
- Testing: We cook it, taste it, adjust it, and cook it again.
- Photography: We capture the dish the way it looks when it’s fresh out of the oven — no filters needed.
- Writing: Every recipe is written in plain, friendly language that feels like advice from a friend.
- Sharing: We publish it on the site and watch readers recreate it in their own kitchens — our favorite part!
We’re proud that Dishes Made Easy has become a place where thousands of food lovers find recipes they trust and make again and again.
What Drives Us
At our core, we believe that cooking should bring people joy, not stress.
We’ve both had days where dinner felt like just another task — and we want to change that for you.
When you cook with us, you’ll rediscover how good it feels to create something comforting and delicious with your own hands.
We hope this site becomes your go-to spot for:
- Cozy family dinners
- Weeknight meals that don’t break the clock
- Desserts that make you smile
- And maybe even a little inspiration for your next get-together
A Few Fun Things About Us
🍴 Ashley’s daughter once renamed a recipe “Mom’s Magic Meatloaf” — and it’s still one of the most popular dishes on the blog.
☕ Amanda can’t write a single recipe without a cup of coffee beside her.
🍝 We both have an obsession with cheese. The meltier, the better.
💬 We often brainstorm new recipes during late-night chats — some of our best ideas come from laughter and crumbs.
Join Our Table
Our favorite part of Dishes Made Easy is you — the people who read, cook, and share our recipes.
Your messages, photos, and stories remind us why we started this in the first place.
You can always reach us here:
📸 Instagram: @DishesMadeEasy
📌 Pinterest: Follow Us on Pinterest
👍 Facebook: Dishes Made Easy on Facebook
Use the hashtag #DishesMadeEasy when you share your creations — we love seeing them!
From Our Kitchen to Yours
We’re two friends, two home cooks, and two people who believe that food connects us all.
Whether you’re making your first lasagna or hosting a Sunday dinner, we’re here to make it easier, tastier, and a little more fun.
So, tie your apron, grab a spoon, and join us in the kitchen.
Because at Dishes Made Easy, every dish tells a story — and we’re so happy you’re part of ours.
With love,
Ashley & Amanda ❤️
