Marianne Williams

Marianne Williams

Title: Recipe Tester/Developer

Location: Birmingham, Alabama

Education: Degree in Psychology from Auburn University; attended the International Culinary Center; attended ALMA, the International School of Italian Cuisine

Expertise: Simple, creative, delicious and trustworthy recipes 
- Studied Italian cuisine in Parma, Italy
- Test kitchen professional since 2016

Experience

Marianne Williams has been a test kitchen professional for Dotdash Meredith since 2016. Her recipes have been featured in many publications, including Food & Wine, Real Simple, Southern Living, Health, Rachael Ray and other print and digital brands.

After she graduated with a degree in psychology from Auburn University, Marianne attended the International Culinary Center in New York. She also studied Italian cuisine at ALMA (the school of Italian Culinary Arts) located just outside Parma, Italy.

After school, she interned in a Michelin-starred restaurant in Florence. This education gave her an appreciation for simple recipes using quality ingredients.

About EatingWell

EatingWell, a Dotdash Meredith Brand, has been publishing award-winning journalism about food, nutrition and sustainability since 1990. Our mission is to share flavor-packed recipes from around the world, celebrating fresh ingredients and the farmers, artisans and chefs who bring them to our table. Through science-backed nutrition advice and smart stories about sustainability, we help readers live their best lives. Learn more about us and our editorial process.

Latest from Marianne Williams

Overhead view of a large plate of items to dip and a bowl of Copycat Trader Joe's Caramelized Onion Dip recipe
Copycat Trader Joe's Caramelized Onion Dip
2 hrs
a recipe photo of the Simple No-Cook Grated Beet & Carrot Salad
Simple No-Cook Grated Beet & Carrot Salad
20 mins
a recipe photo of the Mixed Berry Cheesecake-Inspired Overnight Oats
Mixed Berry Cheesecake-Inspired Overnight Oats
8 hrs 20 mins
Cream of mushroom pork chops recipe in a cast iron skillet
Cream of Mushroom Pork Chops
40 mins
Overhead view of two blue plates of Hot Honey Corn Salad recipe
Hot Honey Corn Salad
15 mins
Angle view of two glasses of Grape Smoothie recipe with three grapes on top on a skewer
Grape Smoothie
4 hrs 15 mins
Overhead view of a white baking dish of Chicken & Quinoa Casserole recipe
Chicken & Quinoa Casserole
2 hrs
Smashed Loaded Zucchini on a plate
Smashed & Loaded Zucchini
1 hr 15 mins
Roasted Fingerling Potatoes on a baking sheet
Roasted Fingerling Potatoes
25 mins
a recipe photo of the Whipped Feta with Roasted Tomatoes
Whipped Feta with Roasted Tomatoes
35 mins
a recipe photo of the Crispy Parmesan Chicken Bites
Crispy Parmesan Chicken Bites
30 mins
a recipe photo of the Crispy Breaded Pesto Chicken with Whipped Feta & Tomatoes
Crispy Pesto Chicken with Whipped Feta & Tomatoes
50 mins
a recipe photo of the Skillet Bruschetta Chicken
Skillet Bruschetta Chicken
20 mins
a recipe photo of the Key Lime Pie–Inspired Cheesecake Bars
Key Lime Pie Cheesecake Bars
6 hrs 10 mins
Creamy Lemon-Garlic Dressing
Creamy Lemon-Garlic Dressing
1 hr 10 mins
Balsamic Roasted Cabbage
Balsamic Roasted Cabbage
30 mins
a recipe photo of the Mozzarella, Tomato & Prosciutto Sandwich
Mozzarella, Tomato & Prosciutto Sandwich
10 mins
a recipe photo of the Sauteed Broccolini
Quick & Easy Sautéed Broccolini
15 mins
Balsamic Roasted Carrots
Balsamic Oven-Roasted Carrots
30 mins
Low-Carb Chicken and Cheddar Lettuce Wraps on a cutting board
Low-Carb Chicken & Cheddar Lettuce Wraps
10 mins
Warm Up With a Quick Lemony Greek Chicken Soup in a serving bowl
Warm Up With a Quick Lemony Chicken Soup
20 mins
Banh Mi With Crispy Tofu recipe
Banh Mi with Crispy Tofu
30 mins
A white plate with blistered shishito peppers, garnished with sesame seeds and lime wedges
Blistered Shishito Peppers
15 mins
Vegan Cabbage Soup
Vegan Cabbage Soup
30 mins