Have I ever told you we have the best neighbors in the entire world? Mike and Deb are two of the kindest people we know who I think truly adore our kids, ie listen with genuine interest while Lincoln goes on about whatever he’s currently excited about, and Cameron shows them his shoes for the 400th time, anytime we see them. They’re inspiring examples of how neighbors should take care of each other....

Because I always keep it real with you, I’ll share that just prior to my husband taking a bite of his loaded chicken meatball sub for dinner the other night he asked, “why chicken meatballs?” in a way that indicated he was…unsure…of the meal he was about to devour (real Italian Beef Sandwich energy here). Three minutes later he declared it the best meal I’d made in “a very long time“....

As a food content creator, I start planning and prepping for food-centric holidays weeks in advance so that by the time the actual holiday rolls around I’ve pretty much moved on. Case in point, I saw a Valentine’s Day commercial the other day and wondered why the heck it was still airing. Oh yeah, because Valentine’s Day isn’t until next week! Watch How to Make It! Luscious Chicken with Cherry Pan Sauce What have I been working on for said sweet holiday?...

Published 1/1/2020 • Updated 3/24/2024 But, guess who ended up drinking most of my smoothie once we were snuggled up on the couch? He couldn’t believe that it actually tasted like dessert! Whether you are looking for a protein shake for a post-workout shake or as a sweet treat with a little added protein, this chocolate protein shake is nutrient-dense and so delicious💪🏻! Chocolate Protein Shake Ingredients The base of this protein shake is frozen fruit....

Published 12/17/2023 My husband Cole’s Aunt Martha inspired this nontraditional panna cotta recipe and I’ve been so excited to share it. Martha called me one morning to tell me she had tested the most amazing (and easy) creamer panna cotta recipe and thought it would be a great Fit Foodie recipe. She was right! great one to share on the blog. She was right. The best part of this recipe (other than only needing 3 ingredients) is that you determine the flavor and sweetness of the panna cotta based on what kind of creamer you use....

Published 10/10/2024 You guys absolutely LOVED our Roasted Butternut Squash and Blackberry Harvest Salad, so we knew we had to make another butternut squash salad this fall — except this time we wanted to include our new obsession, CRUNCHY QUINOA! And let me tell you, the flavors and textures of this salad are total autumn heaven! If you’ve got any leftover cooked quinoa, it’s the perfect way to put it to use....

Published 5/15/2023 • Updated 10/31/2024 Nonna’s Italian Meatballs! Making homemade Italian meatballs is actually kind of therapeutic for me. It’s like making cookies, but the end results are hearty and meaty instead of soft and chewy. My mom has been making her famous spaghetti and meatball recipe since I can remember. It was a weekly staple at our house…especially the night before soccer games. So? I turned to Mama Hersh for her famous (and easy!...

Published 8/12/2019 • Updated 6/14/2022 Give yourself a break this week and prepare some make ahead breakfast recipes! We love these peanut butter chocolate chip oatmeal cups and these apple cinnamon overnight oats. Breakfast Is Life There is nothing better than waking up hungry in the morning and already having something prepared in the fridge or freezer! Don’t get me wrong I love cooking breakfast in the morning, but sometimes there is just no time....

Ben and I landed this morning and realized it’s been almost exactly a year since the last time we were here. Time sure flies! We got in around 10am, swooped up a car and got down to business – exploring! We had nearly all day to spend doing whatever our heart’s desired and after visiting with one of Ben’s cousins, he suggested we go to Red Rocks! Red Rocks Park is right outside of Denver and known for their CRAZY big, red sandstone rock formations that are over 300 million years old....

There’s nothing like a little girlfriend time to rejuvenate the soul – especially with these two, Natalie and Lindsey. We’ve been on several vacations together throughout the years since meeting in college, and always have a blast no matter where we go. Send us on a wine-tasting weekend to Napa Valley, California though, and the fun really gets turned up a notch!! ;) After visiting Cakebread Cellars on Thursday afternoon, we kicked the weekend off around 10:30 Friday morning at Mumm Napa....

Little Women is a movie that never fails to get me right in the feels no matter how many times I watch it. Jo’s desire to live an extraordinary life, Teddy’s desperation to join the March family, Marmee’s wisdom and strength, Amy’s ice skating accident, Beth — BETH! — it’s one of my Top 3 favorite movies of all time. The history nerd in me also loves getting a glimpse into life in the 1860s, even if it’s through the lens of Hollywood....

Published 7/28/2022 • Updated 8/3/2024 These chocolate muffins are naturally sweetened, made with white whole wheat flour, and are so moist and delicious! Best Chocolate Muffins These healthy chocolate muffins are one of our favorite muffins on Fit Foodie Finds! They are made with whole ingredients, naturally sweetened with bananas, maple syrup, and coconut sugar. We love whipping up a batch of muffins and sticking half of them in the freezer for later and keeping half out for snacking....

There’s a big game coming up in a few Sundays (I’ll let you do the math!) which makes it the perfect time to share my Honey-Balsamic BBQ Meatballs. These sticky, sassy, scrumptious meatballs are gluten free, packed with flavor, and perfect for sharing! Mini meatballs are held together with cooked quinoa instead of bread crumbs to make them gluten-free, then are coated in a sticky, sweet-tart homemade Honey-Balsamic BBQ Sauce....

Published 9/16/2022 • Updated 7/17/2023 I can’t tell you how many times I’ve Googled: what is the difference between pork tenderloin and pork loin. Or, Can I use a chuck roast in place of a pork shoulder? We are here to give you a rundown of all things cooking with pork. Pork recipes are some of our most popular here on Fit Foodie Finds such as our Slow Cooker Pork Roast and Juicy Grilled Pork Tenderloin....

Published 3/29/2024 • Updated 7/10/2024 Serve it over romaine lettuce and fresh veggies before topping it off with our delicious creamy feta cheese dressing for a salad experience like no other! I will confess: I’ve been obsessed with this salad to the point of having it every day for lunch for an entire week at the Fit Foodie studio. It’s that good! The combination of flavors and textures is ELITE....

We’ve got a monster winter storm on the horizon, but luckily I’ve got all the ingredients on hand to make then hunker down with a big pot of Italian Sausage, Spinach and Tomato Soup. This hearty and cozy dish is not only full of flavorful and nourishing ingredients, but made with fridge and pantry staples, too! How to Get BIG Flavor in a Hurry Chopped vegetables, ground turkey, ground Italian sausage, canned beans, and a jar of marinara sauce form the base of this flavor-packed soup....

Published 5/23/2022 • Updated 8/25/2024 In this post, we are chatting all things quinoa recipes. We’ll share how to make quinoa in a variety of different methods, and teach you how to make our signature quinoa salad recipe, plus we’re rounding up all of the best quinoa recipes on Fit Foodie Finds. Quinoa has been a staple ingredient in the Fit Foodie Kitchen since the beginning of this website. We use it in salads, casseroles, bowls, and beyond!...

I am always a big fan of street food. Whether it’s Pani Puri, Tikki Chaat, or basically any kind of chaat. When I ate Mexican style corn at a friend’s place, it reminded me of popular street food of India - “Challi” or “Bhutta” (Indian roasted corn on the cob). Indian corns are basically made by slow roasting the corn cob (white) on coal and then put masala (spice mix) and lemon juice on it afterward....

Published 3/6/2021 Our Take on Flavorful Ramen Soup Say hello to our version of delicious ramen! This ramen is not a traditional ramen recipe, but is indeed inspired by all of the delicious ramen we’ve enjoyed and made over the years. Ramen is a Japanese soup and is traditionally made with a meat or fish broth. It is typically flavored with soy sauce or miso, and there are so many ways to prepare traditional ramen based on what region of Japan the recipe comes from!...

Published 11/30/2020 • Updated 3/17/2024 Easy Ranch Roasted Potatoes This recipe could not be easier! We love roasting red potatoes because they crisp up perfectly in the oven and have a delicious skin that softens when you cook them — aka no need to peel the skin! Oh, and you’ll love the flavor that our homemade ranch seasoning adds to these deliciously crispy ranch roasted potatoes! Homemade Ranch Seasoning These ranch roasted potatoes are flavor-packed with our famous homemade ranch seasoning!...