About

My Culinary Journey

My relationship with food transformed 11 years ago when I began exploring the powerful connection between nutrition and overall wellness. What started as a personal commitment to eating better evolved into a deep passion for creating meals that support health, energy, and vitality.

To build a strong foundation, I pursued both nutrition certifications and home-chef training. These programs taught me how to balance macronutrients, accommodate dietary restrictions, plan efficient meals, and execute recipes with precision. The combination of nutritional science and practical cooking skills gave me the tools to create recipes that are both health-supportive and genuinely delicious.

Before focusing on food blogging full-time, I worked as a health coaching assistant, where I helped clients navigate dietary changes and develop sustainable eating habits. That experience taught me that healthy eating isn't about restriction or perfection—it's about finding practical, flavorful solutions that fit into real life. Those lessons inform every recipe I create.

Living in Fort Collins, surrounded by Colorado's outdoor culture, has shaped my approach to cooking. My household is active and outdoor-focused, which means our meals need to be nourishing, energizing, and efficient. We need food that fuels hikes, bike rides, and busy days—not meals that weigh us down.

Why I Started CookedBySara

I launched CookedBySara.com in 2020 because I wanted to share practical, nutrition-friendly recipes with home cooks who care about health but don't want to spend hours in the kitchen or follow overly complicated meal plans. As someone cooking for an active household, I've developed a collection of meals that balance nutrition, flavor, and efficiency.

What began as a way to share my favorite healthy recipes has grown into over 350 dishes, all tested in my Fort Collins kitchen and designed to support wellness without feeling like a chore.

What Makes CookedBySara Different

My Specialty: I focus on healthy meals, strategic meal prep, and gluten-aware cooking that doesn't compromise on taste or satisfaction. My recipes celebrate whole foods, balanced nutrition, and the kind of eating that makes you feel energized and strong.

My Cooking Style: Balanced, nourishing, and efficient. I believe healthy cooking should be straightforward and sustainable. My approach prioritizes nutrient-dense ingredients, smart meal planning, and recipes that work for people with active lives and busy schedules. Whether you're gluten-free by choice or necessity, training for a race, or simply want to eat better, my recipes make it achievable.

Who I Cook For: My recipes are designed for health-focused home cooks who want nutritious meals that actually taste good and fit into real life. Whether you're managing dietary restrictions, fueling an active lifestyle, or just trying to eat more mindfully, you'll find practical solutions here.

What You'll Find Here

• Nutrient-dense meals that support energy and wellness
• Efficient meal prep strategies to simplify your week
• Gluten-aware recipes with clear substitution guidance
• Quick, healthy dinners ready in 30-45 minutes
• Balanced dishes for active lifestyles
• Whole food focus without processed shortcuts
• Practical nutrition tips from my certifications and coaching experience

Every recipe on CookedBySara has been prepared in my Colorado kitchen and tested on my own active household. I'm all about practical nutrition—if it's not something I'd actually make and eat regularly, it doesn't make it onto the site. My certifications give me the knowledge, but my real-world cooking experience makes these recipes accessible.

Let's Connect

I love connecting with fellow health-conscious home cooks! Whether you've tried one of my recipes, have a question about meal prep or gluten-free cooking, or just want to share what's working in your kitchen, I'd be thrilled to hear from you.

Email: [email protected]
Pinterest: pinterest.com/cookedbysara

Follow along on Pinterest for daily recipe inspiration, meal prep ideas, and practical healthy cooking tips from my Fort Collins kitchen.

Thank you for being part of the CookedBySara community. I'm so glad you're here.

— Sara Mitchell
Certified Home Chef & Recipe Developer
CookedBySara.com
Fort Collins, Colorado