Taking up more space is a defining theme this year, and Kourtney Thomas — a champion of living large — explains how claiming space is a radical act of self-love and empowerment for women. Listen to the episode directly on the blog — no app needed — or stream it on your preferred podcast platform. … Read more

This homemade cookies and cream ice cream begins with a rich custard base that’s churned with chunks of chocolate sandwich cookies in an ice cream machine. When my husband gave me a Cuisinart ice cream maker for my birthday, I immediately fell in love with making ice cream at home. The texture is unbelievably creamy … Read more

These gluten-free, keto ricotta gnocchi are a long-running favorite on this site. Expect pillowy, tender gnocchi that pair beautifully with a classic marinara or with a bright Mediterranean-style yogurt sauce. They’re low in carbs, grain-free, and surprisingly simple to make at home. Gluten Free & Keto Ricotta Gnocchi Gluten Free & Keto Ricotta Gnocchi Pillowy-Soft! … Read more

I’m a sucker for comfort food with character, and Aunt Katie’s White Lasagna has been my go-to for cozy weeknight dinners for years. It came to me on a folded, handwritten card tucked in my mother’s recipe box, and every time I pull it from the oven the house fills with the scent of garlic, … Read more

These 3-Ingredient Banana Oatmeal Muffins are a healthy snack that’s simple, satisfying, and ready in under 20 minutes. Made with oats, bananas, and baking powder, they’re fluffy, naturally sweet, and easy to customize. This banana oatmeal muffin recipe is a dependable base you can reach for any time. Start with three core ingredients—oats, bananas, and … Read more

We hope your New Year is off to a fantastic start! We’re excited about what’s ahead for Stay Fit Mom and can’t wait to share our plans for 2020. Recently we launched the new NINJA INSIDER program, a way for more people to experience our macro nutrition coaching community even if you’re not currently in … Read more

There are a few reliable routines in our home. You can always expect: 1. Freshly ground French Roast coffee, brewed once in the morning and once again in the afternoon. 2. Sunday Morning Pancakes. 3. Daily Soosmies Soosmies? You probably call them smoothies, but in our family they’re “Soosmies.” We started making them about six … Read more

We occasionally link to goods offered by vendors to help the reader find relevant products. Some of these may be affiliate based, meaning we earn small commissions (at no additional cost to you) if items are purchased. I’m a rusher. I do things quickly. Case in point: years ago I read about a charming cookbook … Read more

BLT Bites are bite-sized bacon, lettuce, and tomato nibbles finished with a dill‑flavored mayonnaise. Baking the bacon in the oven is an easy, hands-off technique that reduces greasy splatter and frees you to prep other components. For a smooth assembly process, prep everything first—bread rounds, bacon, tomatoes, lettuce, and the herbed mayo—then build the bites … Read more

This marshmallow fruit dip comes together in about 10 minutes and tastes like something you’d get at a fancy brunch. It uses just three simple ingredients: cream cheese, marshmallow creme, and vanilla. I’ve made this for years and it always disappears fast from the fruit tray. The most important tip: the cream cheese must be … Read more