Creamy, hearty quinoa mac and cheese is a delicious twist on the classic. This version uses quinoa instead of pasta, a from-scratch cheese sauce, and sautéed greens for a comforting, gluten-free-friendly meal when prepared with a GF flour substitute. We love mac and cheese at Fit Foodie, and this quinoa version captures the same cheesy … Read more

This Turkey and Wild Rice Soup is warm, hearty, and ready in about 30 minutes. Loaded with wild rice, fresh vegetables, and leftover turkey, it’s a comforting dish that works well after the holidays or any time you want an easy, satisfying soup. For serving, garnish with chopped fresh parsley and pair with crusty bread … Read more

Blood Orange Coconut Muffins combine fresh blood orange juice and zest with mashed banana and sweetened coconut for a bright, tropical breakfast muffin. Blood oranges add raspberry and grapefruit notes that play beautifully with banana and coconut. This recipe makes either 6 large or 12 standard muffins and finishes with shredded coconut and a vanilla–blood … Read more

Mixed Bean Salad is a bright, flavorful side dish made from canned beans, sweet onions, and colorful peppers, all coated in a pleasantly sweet balsamic vinegar dressing. It’s ideal for potlucks, picnics, or weeknight dinners and pairs well with dishes like Red Potato Salad, Sweet Corn Pasta Salad, Crusted Chicken Romano, French Tacos, or Chicken … Read more

This simple 3-ingredient Homemade Sauerkraut (Lacto-Fermented Cabbage) is a perfect introduction to fermentation. It’s easy to make, delicious, and rewarding. Table of Contents A Note on Lacto-Fermentation Ingredients How Much Salt to Use by Weight Equipment and Supplies How to Make this Lacto-Fermented Cabbage (Sauerkraut Recipe) Fermenting Time, Storage and Safety Expert Tips Recipe FAQs … Read more

This light rye bread recipe was one of the first rye loaves I baked. It’s scented with caraway, has a firm yet slightly springy crumb, and makes excellent sandwiches. Last updated on March 9, 2024 – Originally posted on March 11, 2011 Some links on this page may be affiliate links; if you click and … Read more

Table of contents Brown Butter Pumpkin Snickerdoodles Why You’ll Love This Recipe Ingredients and Substitutions How to Make Pumpkin Snickerdoodles Serving and Storage Pumpkin Snickerdoodles Video Tutorial Other Pumpkin Recipes You’ll Love Brown Butter Pumpkin Snickerdoodles I love pumpkin baking in the fall, and as cookie season approaches these brown butter pumpkin snickerdoodles are an … Read more

This Chicken and Stuffing Casserole uses simple everyday ingredients to deliver maximum comfort. Homemade stuffing, creamy soup, and juicy chicken thighs bake together for an easy, satisfying meal. Chicken and Stuffing Casserole If you want a cozy, classic dinner that doesn’t rely on fancy pantry items, this chicken and stuffing casserole is perfect. It’s made … Read more

This Shredded Beef Tacos Recipe features fall-apart tender beef cooked in a rich, well-seasoned sauce. Finish with your favorite toppings and enjoy! author’s note Birthday Worthy Shredded Beef Tacos! My son once declared my Orange Chicken his favorite, but after trying these Shredded Beef Tacos he announced they were his new top pick — even … Read more

I’ve been doing it wrong since day 1. For years I puzzled over how toddlers using baggies and ice could churn out smooth, scoopable ice cream while my well-equipped kitchen yielded icy, freezer-burned results. I’d tried plastic wrap, foil, and ill-fitting lids, but every batch came out with unpleasant ice crystals and tough texture. It … Read more