Thanks for stopping by! My name is Sara, and I am Freckle Face Foodie. I create easy, whole-food recipes that are packed with flavor—because life is too short to eat boring food!

Healthy eating isn’t about perfection or dieting; it’s about making real, nourishing food part of your everyday life. My recipes focus on whole, real ingredients and ditch ultra-processed foods, so you can feel good about what’s on your plate without sacrificing taste.

My Love for Food

My love for cooking started when my sisters and I made English muffin pizzas and crepes after school. Growing up, my favorite meal was a mix of family favorites—Grandma’s (and Mom’s) fried chicken, Dad’s chicken noodle soup, and Mom’s legendary crab roll-ups. Food has always been about connection, tradition, and great flavors for me.

Before kids, my husband, Chad, and I loved creating amazing meals—always paired with (multiple) wines. Now, with two little ones, my mission has shifted—making nutritious, whole-food meals and snacks that my kids will actually eat. And let’s be real—sometimes they’ll love a recipe for a week before deciding that carrots are the enemy (insert eye roll).

Why I Started This Blog

I know I’m not the only foodie searching for easy, delicious recipes made with real ingredients that the whole family will enjoy (or at least one kid and a skeptical spouse!). That’s why I created Freckle Face Foodie—to make simple, flavorful, whole-food cooking easy and approachable.

I focus on natural sweeteners instead of refined sugar, whole grains instead of white flour, and real food over artificial shortcuts. And while I love creating kid-friendly meals, I don’t forget the grown-ups—I’m all about beets, beers, and Boursin, so expect some fun, adult-friendly recipes too!

Where You’ve Seen Me

I’ve had the privilege of contributing to Tiffany Living magazine and being featured in Bold Journey Magazine and Canvas Rebel Magazine. I even shared my story on the Playful Humans podcast—all opportunities I’m incredibly grateful for.

So, welcome to Freckle Face Foodie! I hope you find recipes here that make you excited to cook and eat real, delicious food.