Hi, I’m Hailey Carter-home cook, comfort food makeover artist, and founder of Healthy Warm Plate, where comfort food meets weight loss.
I’m 30 years old and live just outside Portland, Oregon, where the rain taps gently on my kitchen window like an invitation to cook something cozy. The kitchen has always been my safe space—the place I go to recharge, experiment, and connect with the flavors of my past while creating recipes for a healthier future.
This site is for women who want to eat better, feel better, and still love what’s on their plate.
The Mission Behind Healthy Warm Plate
I created Healthy Warm Plate to help women lose weight without giving up the cozy, nostalgic meals they love.
My mission is simple: make comfort food part of your healthy lifestyle—not something you feel guilty about.
I grew up loving rich, buttery dishes—the kind that make you close your eyes and sigh after the first bite. But as I started focusing more on my health and weight-loss goals, I realized I didn’t want to give up those memories—I just needed to reimagine them.
From Heavy to Healing
My journey into healthy comfort food began during a season of transition. I was juggling a full-time job, trying to eat better, and craving something that felt like home—like my mom’s chicken pot pie. The only problem? I didn’t want one meal to undo weeks of progress.
So I rolled up my sleeves.
I swapped heavy cream for Greek yogurt.
I doubled the veggies.
And I learned something incredible—not just on my plate, but in my mindset: comfort food doesn’t have to be cheat food. It can be everyday food. Wholesome. Satisfying. Nourishing.
Not a Trained Chef—Just a Real One
I’m not classically trained—I’m self-taught. My kitchen is my classroom, and my wooden spoon is my favorite tool.
Some days I burn the quinoa, and some days I create something so good I dance a little while it simmers. That’s the beauty of cooking—it’s honest, imperfect, and full of joy.
What You’ll Find Here
At Healthy Warm Plate, you’ll find:
- Healthy spins on nostalgic comfort foods
- High-protein, low-guilt meals that support weight loss
- Real-life tips for cooking with confidence
- Recipes built for real life—satisfying, simple, and soul-warming
Whether you’re cooking for one, feeding your family, or making peace with food again, I hope you’ll find comfort and confidence here.
Let’s Make Food That Loves You Back
This isn’t a site about restriction—it’s about reconnection.
To your body.
To your kitchen.
To your joy.
You don’t need fancy gadgets or chef credentials to make meals that matter. If you can chop an onion and stir a spoon, you’ve already got everything you need.
So welcome-truly.
Grab your favorite mug, pull up a chair, and stay awhile.
Let’s make comfort food that loves us back.
💌 Have a question or need help?
Feel free to reach out through the [email protected] I’m always here to help!
Hailey