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    Fresh, seasonal recipes for every day - naturally gluten-free, dairy-optional, always chef developed & tested.

    Comforting Winter Soups

    Warm up with a bowl of comforting winter soup. From cozy classics to lighter, veggie-packed options, these recipes are full of flavor and perfect for chilly days. Whether you're in the mood for something hearty or bright and lemony, there's a soup here to keep dinner simple and satisfying.

    • Cabbage and chicken soup with vegetables, cannellini beans, and chicken in a white pot.
      Cabbage and Chicken Soup
    • A bowl of Greek avgolemono chicken soup with fresh dill in a white bowl.
      Greek Avgolemono Soup Recipe (Lemon Chicken Soup)
    • A finished pot of chicken vegetable soup ready to eat on a table.
      Chicken Vegetable Soup Recipe
    • The deep colors of beef barley soup in a white bowl with herbs.
      Beef Barley Soup Recipe (Gluten-Free Option)

    More Soup Recipes→

    Welcome to A Foodcentric Life, my California-Mediterranean kitchen where fresh, seasonal recipes meet real-world cooking. Everything here is gluten-free by design, health-focused, and full of bright, layered flavor. As a professional chef, I test every recipe so it works for busy weeknights, relaxed weekends, and special gatherings alike-with plenty of options for dairy-free and other dietary needs, always built on whole, real ingredients.

    Latest Fresh Recipes from A Foodcentric Life

    Discover the latest recipes packed with wholesome ingredients to nourish your body and excite your taste buds. From satisfying meals to energizing bites, each dish is crafted to keep you feeling fresh, healthy, and inspired.

    • A bowl of rich brown shredded beef ready to go for tacos, wrap, and more.
      Shredded Beef Recipe (Slow Cooker)
    • A jar of bright pink pickled onions with a small bowl of them beside, and bay leaves.
      Quick Pickled Red Onions
    • A white bowl of brght green Brussels sprouts tossed with olive oil, salt, pepper and red pepper flakes.
      Simple Steamed Brussels Sprouts
    • A black carbon steel pan with golden pork medallions in pan sauce with serving fork.
      Pork Tenderloin Medallions with Pan Sauce

    Easy Weeknight Dinners

    Make dinner simple with these easy weeknight recipes. They're full of fresh flavor, use everyday ingredients, and come together without a lot of fuss-perfect for busy nights when you still want something wholesome and satisfying on the table.

    • Bbq glazed beef meatloaf on a platter with a serving fork, sprinkled with chopped parsley.
      1 Pound Meatloaf Recipe
    • A gray platter of sals verde chicken breasts with tomatillo sauce, grated cheese and chopped cilantro.
      Easy Salsa Verde Chicken (green salsa chicken)
    • baked lemon shrimp scampi
      Easy Baked Shrimp Scampi
    • Close up of creamy pork chops with sauce.
      Sour Cream Pork Chops Recipe

    More Dinner Recipes ->

    Fresh & Colorful Salads for Winter

    Cold weather meals love a bright sidekick. These winter salads are crisp, healthy, and packed with seasonal flavor-perfect alongside everything from roasted chicken to soups and stews.

    • A white bowl of lentil quinoa salad with basil leaves and a serving spoon.
      Lentil Quinoa Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette
    • Deep red and golden roasted beets tossed with vinaigrette, herbs, feta, and nuts in a salad bowl.
      Beet Salad with Feta
    • Broccoli bacon salad
      Crunchy Broccoli Salad with Bacon
    • kale salad tahini dressing
      Kale and Chickpea Salad With Tahini Dressing

    More Salad Recipes ->

    Easy Everyday Baking

    You don't need a holiday for an excuse to bake. Here are a few favorite everyday treats-simple cornbread for soup, muffins, and a few favorite cookies that are perfect with an afternoon coffee or tea. Cozy, homey baking without the fuss of full-on holiday desserts.

    • A single piece of gluten-free cornbread on a white plate with silver fork with pieces stacked behind.
      Gluten Free Cornbread (no flour)
    • A plate of golden sugar sprinkled ginger cookies with more cooling on a wire rack.
      Soft & Chewy Gluten-Free Ginger Cookies
    • A golden loaf of pumpkin bread sliced and ready to enjoy with coffee.
      Easy Gluten-Free Pumpkin Bread Recipe
    • Banana muffins studded with mini chocolate chips wrapped in muffin papers.
      Gluten-Free Banana Muffins (Dairy-Free)

    More Gluten-Free Baking Recipes

    Chef Sally Cameron in her home kitchen.

    Meet Chef Sally

    Welcome! I'm Sally-chef, recipe developer, and Certified Health Coach. With over 20 years of professional experience (and recipe development for two NYT bestsellers in the mix), I create real food recipes for real life: always tested, approachable, and full of flavor.

    Learn more about me →

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