about me
I'm Ellen, a food enthusiast, home cook, a wife & a mom who’s passionate about helping you create healthy meals without sacrificing flavor.
My passion for cooking started at an early age as I grew up in the kitchen cooking and learning from my mother, who is an amazing cook, where she taught me the value of homemade meals. The kitchen was the heart of the home and I loved that anywhere there was food, there was community.
I graduated from the University of Tennessee, then shortly after attended The Culinary Institute where I specialized in baking & pastry.
Here at Forget the Takeout, you’ll find a wide range of recipes—everything from quick weeknight dinners to meal prep ideas, all designed with your health in mind. Each recipe is created with whole, nutritious ingredients, aiming to inspire you to eat better without compromising on taste.
With easy-to-follow recipes and tips on meal planning, you’ll be equipped to say goodbye to takeout and hello to homemade goodness. Thank you for stopping by, and I hope you’re inspired to forget the takeout and start cooking vibrant, healthy meals you’ll love!