About Me

How nice that you are visiting my site!
I'm Andréa, the face behind By Andrea Janssen. Here you'll find easy, flavorful recipes for real life: busy nights, hungry families, and anyone who wants good food without the fuss.

By Andrea Janssen is my online kitchen. For over 10 years I've been developing recipes, writing clear step-by-step instructions, and photographing every dish myself. If it doesn't work in my home kitchen, it won't go on the blog.

In 2024 I published my cookbook, Het Kookboek van Brabant, with recipes from my home region in the Netherlands. I cooked, wrote, and photographed every recipe in it. Just like on the blog: real food, tested recipes, no nonsense.

My recipes are made for everyday cooking. Simple steps, normal ingredients, big on taste. From quick dinners to Dutch classics and crowd-pleasers for holidays and parties. If you cook from my site, you can trust this will work.

What You Will Find on My Blog

My blog is all about easy cooking that fits into a busy day.

• Quick & easy dinners: on the table fast, full of flavor.
• Slow cooker recipes: add everything, walk away, come back to dinner.
• Dutch recipes & European favorites: including classics with a modern twist.
• Step-by-step recipes: with photos and clear instructions, so you can follow along without stress.
• Recipes with a twist: familiar dishes, upgraded in a simple way.
• Ideas for crowds & holidays: buffet tables, parties, and make-ahead options.

Every recipe is developed, tested, and photographed by me.
What you see in the photos is what you can serve at home.

Cooking with Confidence

I've spent years in the kitchen, so I know what works (and what doesn't).
I only share recipes I enjoy cooking and eating myself. Many are tested more than once.

I use ingredients you can actually find. No complicated chef talk, just clear steps.
My goal: you feel relaxed while cooking and proud when you serve it.

And I like fresh, homemade food. If we can make it ourselves in a simple way, we do.
And because life is busy, I keep my recipes as easy as possible.

A Little More About Me

• I cook (almost) every day.
• I love cookbooks, good food, and fun kitchen tools.
• Favorite cuisines: Dutch, Indian, Italian, and whatever is in season.
• On vacation I skip the fashion stores and head straight to local supermarkets and markets for new ingredients.
• My kitchen can be a mess, but my food is always made with love.

Work With Me

Are you a food brand or agency looking for:

• recipe development,
• food photography,
• or sponsored content?

I'd love to hear from you.
You can find examples of my work and past partners on my food photography page.

Press and Events

I'm happy to receive:

• invitations for food events,
• new product launches,
• and cookbook releases.

Please email me at hello@byandreajanssen.com

With love, Andréa