Allergy Friendly Nutrition with Lisa Woodruff, RDN
Food Allergy Life
Family Nutrition
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Welcome! Small Steps for Joyful Eating with Food Allergies provides resources to help families & individuals manage food allergies while nurturing a healthy relationship with food. No food allergies? No problem! My recipes are allergy-friendly, which means anyone can enjoy them.
Are you new to food allergies? Start with these posts, then click on the Food Allergy Life link above.
As a food allergy mom AND dietitian, I understand the importance of quick, family-friendly recipes and meal planning ideas. When it comes to nutrition, I promote weight-neutral, common-sense approaches to help families find a healthy balance.
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Heart-shaped Roasted Potatoes
I’ve gotten a little obsessed with my heart-shaped cookie cutters. This is my latest fixation, heart-shaped roasted potatoes. Also known as heart fries with the kids.
Loose Meat Sandwiches
My Loose Meat Sandwich recipe was inspired by the beloved maid-rite, but with an allergy-friendly twist. This is an easy, low-maintenance slow cooker recipe that my family enjoys any time of the year!
Beef Bone Broth
Homemade Beef Bone Broth is a great way to add flavor to soups, stews, and recipes. Give this a try if you have beef soup bones in your freezer or if you have concerns about food allergy labeling or cross-contact with allergens outside the top nine!
No Bake Granola Bars
No Bake Granola Bars are free from the top nine food allergens and a homemade alternative to costly allergy-friendly packaged granola bars. These make a great nut-free option for school lunch or snacks!
Slow Cooker Butternut Squash Curry
Slow Cooker Butternut Squash Curry is hearty, savory, and a great use of fall harvest vegetables. It gets bonus points for being vegan and free from the top nine food allergens!
Patriotic Frozen Banana Pops
Patriotic Frozen Banana Pops are a cool, refreshing addition to your red, white, and blue celebration. Enjoy this allergy-friendly recipe as a snack or fun side at your holiday meal!
Homemade Veggie Broth
Ever wonder what to do with those well-intentioned veggies that are now past their prime in your fridge? Try making your own veggie broth!
Roasted Asparagus
Spring is asparagus season! Roasted asparagus is a low-maintenance, high-flavor side that can compliment anything from a slow-cooker roast to sandwiches or reheated leftovers.