My cottage cheese hamburger helper recipe is better than the boxed favorite you can get at the grocery store, and packed with protein, veggies, and comfort food vibes. You’ll absolutely love the creamy, high-protein sauce that sticks perfectly to the macaroni noodles and ground beef. I don’t say this lightly, but this recipe truly is […]
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I cannot count the amount of times freezer meals have saved the day! There’s truly nothing better than grabbing a complete meal from the freezer, thawing it, and making it all in one pot — especially on busy weeknights. These 4 high-protein freezer meals all pack AT LEAST 20g of protein per serving, and are
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My giant protein sugar cookies are soft, chewy, and pack a whopping 39g of protein per cookie. This recipe makes 2 cookies, and I love making them with my toddler so we can each have one ❤️. I hope you love these cookies as much as I do! High protein: I’m talkin’ a whopping 39g
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I had to put my own spin on the viral nature’s gatorade trend, and oh my gosh I’m here to report that this recipe truly lives up to the hype! My coconut citrus nature’s gatorade features coconut water, freshly squeezed orange and lime juice, an electrolyte packet (my go-to is LMNT), and is garnished with
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Viral cottage cheese desserts are here to stay, and I’m here for it! This single-serve cottage cheese brownie is rich, fudgy, and packs 28g of protein per brownie. It’s perfect for a quick, high-protein dessert that feels super indulgent. What Makes This Recipe Great Single serve: Sometimes I just want a single serve dessert! Instead
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Be sure to use a large enough skillet with a top for this recipe. A Dutch oven also works well. Ingredients You Need Cottage cheese: you’re gonna whip the cottage cheese til smooth in a food processor or high-speed blender. Make sure you’re using full-fat cottage cheese for the creamiest mac. Lower fat cottage cheese has
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This yummy strawberry banana cottage cheese breakfast bake is protein-packed thanks to blended cottage cheese and eggs, lightly sweetened from mashed banana and maple syrup, and absolutely perfect for meal prep. It’s so easy, delicious, and even my toddler gobbles it right up! Protein-packed but tastes like fluffy pancakes Great for serving a crowd or
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This brothy salmon and rice recipe is cozy, nourishing, and simple to make. A light, flavorful bowl that comes together easily for weeknight dinners! Weeknight-friendly Super nourishing Better than the viral OG brothy chicken and rice! Ingredients Needed How to Make Brothy Salmon and Rice Don’t Skip the Chili Crunch Peanuts I mean it! The
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The team and I are huge fans of cottage cheese here at Fit Foodie Finds because not only is it high in protein, but it actually makes a lot of food taste better (ie: Protein Mac and Cheese and Cottage Cheese Protein Mousse). I love its rich texture and mild taste and it’s the perfect
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Beef and broccoli is my go-to takeout order and has been since I was a kid, so I’m always looking for new ways to make a better-than-takeout version in my own kitchen. Let me be the first to introduce you to this ground beef and broccoli recipe — it’s simple, flavorful and ready to serve
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These high protein triple berry buns are fluffy, sweet and protein-packed thanks to my go-to high-protein Greek yogurt dough. They make for a yummy breakfast or sweet snack with no protein powder needed. I highly recommend a drizzle of maple syrup when you serve these buns 🥰. Tastes like berry pancakes: These buns are so
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You all loved my ground beef and refried bean sheet pan tacos, so I’m back with another variation! This time it’s buffalo! These sheet pan buffalo chicken tacos are packed with creamy and spicy buffalo flavor inside a crispy taco shell that’s baked to perfection. You can make a whole batch of thee on one
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This may be my new favorite appetizer of all time! I took our high-protein dough and turned it into the most epic jalapeño cheddar cottage cheese pull-apart bread. It’s cheesy, spicy, and perfectly chewy. Make this for your next game day get together and your friends will be requesting it over and over again like
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My potato chili skillet is a hearty one-pan dinner made with simple pantry staples. It’s cozy, customizable, and made completely on the stovetop. I love making this skillet on busy weeknights because it’s filling, delicious and requires minimal clean up. One-pan dinner with minimal cleanup: I love a one-pan meal, and this one is just
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The team and I have been creating high-protein recipes for over a decade on Fit Foodie Finds, so it’s about time I rounded them all up for you in one place. I love prioritizing protein at every meal, and there are so many sweet and savory high-protein recipes to choose from on my site. In
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Dry January isn’t anything new, and as I get older, I find myself drinking less and less alcohol. Why? It’s as simple as — it doesn’t make me feel good. And I’m all about doing things that make me feel my best. Alcohol disrupts my sleep (hello, insomnia) and doesn’t feel great on my tummy
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This sweet potato tater tot casserole is cozy, flavorful, and family-friendly. It’s made with real ingredients and simple steps for a satisfying weeknight meal even the kiddos at my house gobble right up! High-protein ingredients: Ground beef, beef broth, peas and other frozen veggies, yum! Kid-friendly: Tater tots are always a win with my kiddos!
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These braised short ribs will have you feeling like a master chef in the kitchen. The rich flavors of the red wine and herbs create a tender and delicious dish that is fall-off-the-bone perfection! Serve them over mashed potatoes or pappardelle pasta for the ultimate comfort meal the whole family will love. Ah, my favorite
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This comforting immunity soup is cozy, flavorful, and made with whole-food ingredients to nourish your body. It’s a staple in my house during cold and flu season, and honestly any time I’m feeling run down. It’s super easy to make and the perfect comfort meal the whole family will enjoy ❤️. Nutrient-rich ingredients: Immunity boosting
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My bright and moist orange cake is made with a whole orange for a bold and natural citrus flavor. It’s an easy, fresh orange cake recipe that’s perfect for any season! Don’t skip my homemade cream cheese frosting — it’s literally the icing on this cake! If you loved my orange loaf cake that went
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These flourless peanut butter blossoms are one of my favorite cookie recipes on Fit Foodie Finds. The cookie dough itself is made with only peanut butter, brown sugar, an egg, and vanilla extract. A simple, flourless dough for a delicious cookie that’s rolled in turbinado sugar and topped with a classic Hershey’s Kiss. Looking for
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Whether you’re a seasoned parent, a new parent, or just a person who wants a backpack that “just makes sense,” lululemon’s Diaper Bag AKA New Parent Backpack is a 10/10 bag. As a mom who has tried a handful of diaper bags for both everyday kid usage and travel, I can tell you that lululemon’s
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Easy Coconut Cream Pie (With a Protein Twist!) This delightfully easy coconut cream pie is made with a mixture of coconut milk and half and half for the… READ: Easy Coconut Cream Pie (With a Protein Twist!)
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About Lee Funke Lee is a co-founder of The Cheese Knees and based in Minneapolis, MN. She started Fit Foodie Finds in 2010 as a way to share her love for real food and wellness. The internet has changed so much since then, and now she runs Fit Foodie Finds and The Cheese Knees.
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My magic cookies are soft, chewy, and inspired by the classic dessert bar you know and love. They’re easy to make (and require only 4 ingredients!), super customizable, and perfect for the holidays. I love making these to bring to friends and family around the holidays because they’re unexpected and a little different than classic
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‘Tis the season for my easy Christmas popcorn (aka snowman popcorn as my kids call it!)! Made with popcorn tossed in melted marshmallows and your favorite festive mix-ins. It’s sweet, crunchy, and perfect for holiday parties or gifting! And since it’s quick and easy to make (and doesn’t involve raw eggs!), it’s a great holiday
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Get ready for seriously the best homemade croutons recipe aka you’ll never want to buy store-bought again. This recipe is pan-fried instead of baked and uses a French baguette so that your croutons come out crispy and chewy at the same time. Did I mention they are seasoned to a tee making them perfectly salty,
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Make your own Homemade Italian Seasoning with just 10 ingredients you likely already have in your spice cupboard, and you’ll be on your way to the most flavorful recipes in no time. I love the flavor combination of this Italian seasoning + the fact that it’s not packed with any filler ingredients. I honestly haven’t needed store-bought
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