Meet Andi – Home Cook Behind 650+ Easy Family Recipes

Welcome to AndiAnne - Quick, Healthy, Budget-Friendly Recipes for Busy Families

I share simple, family-friendly meals made with everyday ingredients and step-by-step photos to guide you. With over 650 easy recipes to explore, you’ll find everything you need to cook with confidence—even on your busiest nights—just browse all easy, healthy recipes here.

Hey, I'm Andi!

Hi, I’m Andi—a home cook, wife, and mom living in Alberta, Canada, near the stunning Rocky Mountains. I’m also the creator of AndiAnne.com, a recipe website focused on helping busy families cook simple, healthy meals with everyday ingredients.

With over 650 easy recipes, you’ll find everything from 30-minute dinners and one-pot meals to healthy options and budget-friendly tips. Each recipe includes step-by-step photos to help you feel confident in the kitchen—even on your busiest nights.

Why Trust My Recipes?

I’m a professional home cook, recipe developer, and food blogger with years of experience creating daily meals for my family and sharing them with millions of readers worldwide.

Every recipe is tested in my own kitchen, made with simple, everyday ingredients, and designed to be quick, nutritious, and budget-friendly for busy families. My mission is to help you cook delicious meals without stress.

Here’s why readers trust AndiAnne:

Over 650 tested recipes for busy families.
500,000+ monthly readers visit for practical, family-friendly meals.
55,000+ email subscribers receive weekly recipes, tips, and exclusive freebies.
Recipes shared over 5 million times on Pinterest.
Certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach – Institute for Integrative Nutrition, New York.
I’m a proud member of Mediavine (premium ad network) and Food Blogger Pro, where I continue to learn and grow as a creator.

Start with my most popular 30-Minute Dinners for quick, family-friendly meals that are ready fast and full of flavor.

Tested by a Home Cook. Loved by Thousands of Families.

What Makes AndiAnne Different

At AndiAnne.com, I focus on simplicity, accessibility, and family-first recipes. Here’s what you’ll find here:

Simple, approachable recipes with step-by-step visuals to guide you.
Kid-friendly meals designed to please picky eaters and adults alike.
Time-saving strategies for easy weeknight dinners and meal prep.
Free recipe guides and an Easy Healthy Meals Success Kit to help you succeed in the kitchen.

My Story: From Handmade Bags to Healthy Meals

Before starting this blog, I ran a handmade bag business called Hoakon Helga, where I created unique purses from vintage leather jackets. Over six years, I sold bags globally and was featured in the Calgary Herald and Avenue Calgary for my work.

That experience taught me how to build a successful brand, connect with people, and embrace creativity—a foundation that now fuels everything I do at AndiAnne.com.

I also hold a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) from the Alberta University of the Arts, where I honed my skills in visual design and creative storytelling—both of which now help me create approachable, step-by-step recipes for home cooks.

About eight years ago, I stepped away from that business to focus on my growing family. After becoming a mom, I struggled to make healthy, affordable meals with limited time and energy. That’s when I enrolled in the Institute for Integrative Nutrition and became a certified health coach, which changed how I approached cooking and wellness.

In 2020, I launched AndiAnne.com to share the recipes and tips that helped me—and now help millions of busy families cook with confidence every day.

Who I Serve – Busy Moms and Home Cooks

My readers are mostly busy parents, especially moms aged 25–45, who want:

Quick, easy recipes for busy weeknights.
Meals that are healthy, affordable, and kid-friendly.
Step-by-step instructions with visuals for stress-free cooking.
Meal variety that doesn’t require hours in the kitchen.

If that sounds like you, welcome—you’ve found your people!

Real Life, Real Results

Here’s what readers are saying:

“Even my picky eaters were gobbling these up like candy!”
— Michelle K., from Sautéed Green Beans Recipe →
“Best green beans ever! My boyfriend wouldn’t stop talking about them for days.”
— B., from Sautéed Green Beans Recipe →
“Perfect recipe!! Chicken comes out perfect every time!”
— Aimee, from Air Fryer Chicken Breasts Recipe →
“I quadruple the recipe and freeze in batches—my kids are constantly asking for more.”
— Christine, from Energy Balls (6 Ways) Recipe →
“Absolutely amazing recipe! Family loved it so much that it’s now on our top favorites list.”
— Cari, from Juicy Baked Pork Tenderloin Recipe →

Stay Connected – Join 55,000+ Subscribers

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Quick and easy recipes with step-by-step tips.
Exclusive free printables, guides, and bonus content you won’t find on the blog.
Time-saving meal planning strategies to make dinnertime stress-free.

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Questions or just want to say hi? Feel free to get in touch here or reach out anytime: hello [at] andianne.com

Fun Facts About Me:

I’m a homebody who loves family time with my husband, daughter, and our Bernedoodle, Panda.
Avocado toast is my go-to meal—and I have zero self-control around cake!
I love thrifting—our kitchen gear is mostly secondhand finds.
I’ve rediscovered pottery and love making mugs, bowls, and ornaments.
Our house runs on vinyl records—Fleetwood Mac, Tom Petty, Bruce Springsteen, and 1960s Cher are always playing.

Thanks for Being Here

I created AndiAnne.com for women like you—busy, brilliant, and doing your best to feed your family well. I’m so glad you’re here, and I can’t wait to help you cook with confidence, save time, and enjoy mealtime again.

Happy Cooking! -Andi

REAL TALK:

Becoming a Health Coach Changed My Life

In 2018, I enrolled at the Institute for Integrative Nutrition, and it was the turning point that led to this blog. While I’m not actively coaching today, I use everything I learned to support my family—and help you do the same.

Curious about the program? Read my IIN Review here.

My Review Of IIN