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Autumn Michaelis

Autumn Michaelis is an ACSM Certified Exercise Physiologist, with a B.S. in Exercise Science from BYU. Though exercise was her first love in the health world, nutrition has become her passion. She created the blog Wholefoodfor7, sharing easy and budget-friendly Whole30, Paleo, and gluten-free + dairy-free recipes for families. In August 2022, Autumn released the newest Whole30 Endorsed cookbook, Whole Food for Your Family. She is mom to 5 boys (yes 5!) and when not in the kitchen can be found adventuring, hiking, and tearing up the dance floor.
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Whole30 Beef Stroganoff Blog Hero
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Whole30 Beef Stroganoff
If you're looking for a hearty, protein-rich, comforting meal that's both Whole30-compatible and easy to make, this Beef Stroganoff recipe has you covered.
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Whole30 Buffalo Chicken Dip
Try this Whole30 Buffalo Chicken Dip for any easy appetizer or dinner with minimal prep.
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Whole30 Spaghetti Casserole
This Whole30 Spaghetti Casserole is a clever combination of the ease of spaghetti, with layers like lasagna.
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October 18, 2023, 2:13 pm
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Whole30 Kitchen Tools to Make Your Program Easier
Most Whole30 alums report that their program empowered them in the kitchen. It helped them feel confident in preparing and cooking delicious meals at...
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Whole30 Citrus Ginger Chicken Marinade
With a blend of sesame oil, orange juice, and simple aromatics, this Citrus Ginger Chicken Marinade is an easy way to up-level a meal.
Whole30 Million Dollar Chicken Casserole Blog Hero
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Whole30 Million Dollar Chicken Casserole
This Whole30 Million Dollar Chicken Casserole is a dairy-free twist on a classic, complete with a crunchy, "cheesy" topping.
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Whole30 Cream of Chicken Soup
Use this condensed soup as a Whole30-compatible swap for recipes that call for cream of chicken soup as an ingredient.
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Whole30 Chicken Alfredo
Try this creamy Whole30 Chicken Alfredo that comes together in just 30 minutes.
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Asian-Inspired Salad with Garlic Pulled Pork
This Asian-Inspired Salad with Garlic Pulled Pork is quick and easy to make and full of flavor.
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Garlic Pulled Pork Breakfast Hash
Try this Garlic Pulled Pork Breakfast Hash for a delicious and budget-friendly eggless breakfast — with minimal work.
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Whole30 Homemade Steak Rub
Try this Whole30 Homemade Steak Rub for an easy way to make a delicious, juicy steak bursting with flavor!*Makes 1/3 cup homemade steak rub.
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Whole30 Roasted Red Pepper Pesto
With only five ingredients and 5 minutes of prep, this Whole30 Roasted Red Pepper Pesto is a fast, flavorful way to elevate meals!*Makes: 1 cup
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Whole30 Garlic Pulled Pork – Instant Pot or Slow Cook!
This easy Whole30 Garlic Pulled Pork uses a budget-friendly cut of meat and only involves 15 minutes of prep time before letting your Instant Pot or slow cooker do the work.
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Whole30 Jerk Chicken Marinade
This Whole30 Jerk Chicken Marinade is so flavorful and easy to make.
Whole30 Cilantro Lime Chicken Marinade
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Whole30 Cilantro Lime Chicken Marinade
With chicken thighs or breasts marinated in a blend of lime, cilantro, and spices, this Cilantro Lime marinade is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
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Whole30 Tandoori Chicken Marinade
This Tandoori Chicken Marinade is incredibly flavorful and creates tender, delicious chicken without much work.
Whole30 Sandwich Hacks
June 20, 2023, 7:48 am
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7 Ways to Make a Whole30 Sandwich
Sandwiches are lunchtime classics. Those who are new to Whole30 want an easy Whole30 swap for their sandwiches and simple cold lunches. But, all...
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Grilled Vegetable Salad with Basil Vinaigrette
This Grilled Vegetable Salad with Basil Vinaigrette is a fresh, flavorful, easy side option that makes eating your veggies oh-so-easy!
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Duck Fat Potatoes with Gremolata
Ready to take your roasted potatoes to a new level?
Plant-Based Parmesan Cheese
This Plant-Based Parmesan "Cheese" takes 5 minutes to make and is a great vegan alternative for parmesan flavor — without the dairy.
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Whole30 Chimichurri
This chimichurri sauce will immediately elevate meat, vegetables, or any dish you need a zesty punch of flavor.
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Grilled Steak Skewers with Chimichurri
Seasoned sirloin is steak threaded onto skewers, grilled to perfection, and drizzled with homemade chimichurri sauce for a restaurant-worthy fast dinner.
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Watermelon Mojito Salad
This 15-minute, Whole30 Watermelon Mojito Salad takes summer's favorite fruit to the next level with a lime and mint twist.
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Homemade Whole30 Caesar Dressing
Caesar salad dressing is known for its creamy texture and tangy taste, and this recipe delivers both!*Make 1.5 cups of dressing
Whole30 Grilled Romaine Caesar Salad
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Grilled Romaine Caesar Salad with Dairy-Free Parmesan
Romaine is brushed with oil and grilled to perfection.
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Whole30 Lemon Rosemary Chicken Thighs
Our Lemon Rosemary Chicken Thighs are a lovely main dish that can be cooked in the oven, on the grill, or in the air fryer.
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Whole30 Lemon Pepper Seasoning and Dry-Rub
This Whole30 Lemon Pepper Seasoning is an easy way to add a burst of citrusy flavor to chicken, fish, vegetables, and more.
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Whole30 Tri-Tip — Grill or Oven Bake!
This Whole30 Tri-Tip is bound to be a fast favorite!
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Whole30 Dry Rub: The Basis for Your Best BBQ Ever
Want an easy budget-friendly seasoning to make flavorful meat?
Plant-Based Sushi Bowls with Spicy Mayo
Try this easy Plant-Based Whole30 Sushi Bowl to enjoy the flavors of vegan sushi —without any laborious rolling.
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Whole30 Italian Chopped Salad
This Whole30 Italian Chopped Salad is simple to put together, requires no cooking, and includes a quick-to-make dressing.
Sweet Potato Chickpea Tacos
Enjoy layers of flavors in these Plant-Based Whole30 lettuce-wrapped, Sweet Potato Chickpea Tacos drizzled with homemade Chipotle Ranch.
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Whole30 Tostone Tostadas
Using smashed twice-cooked plantains as the base, these Whole30 Tostone Tostadas are a crowd-pleasing, fun way to shake up taco night!
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Whole30 Sheet Pan Steak Fajitas
Need a crowd-pleasing one-dish dinner that can be made in 30 minutes?
Plant-Based Tostone Tostadas
Using smashed twice-cooked plantains as the base, these Plant-Based Tostone Tostadas are a fun way to shake up taco night!
Cashew Creme Fraiche
This Cashew Creme Fraiche is a breeze to make and adds a delicious touch of rich flavor.
Plant-Based Whole30 7-Layer Dip
Try this Plant-Based Whole30 7-Layer Dip for an easy, 20-minute appetizer everyone will love.
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Whole30 7-Layer Dip
Only 10 minutes of cooking is all it takes for this crowd-pleasing Whole30 7-Layer Dip that comes together in under 30 minutes.
Plant-Based Caesar Bowl with Crispy Chickpeas
This Plant-Based Caesar Bowl is layered with greens, avocado, pepitas, red onion, crispy chickpeas & potatoes drizzled with creamy dressing.
Sheet Pan Cooking Tips
April 17, 2023, 8:34 pm
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Simple Sheet Pan Tips to Elevate Your Cooking
Sheet pan dinners are one-pan dinners cooked in the oven. They can save time, simplify clean up, and generally don’t use specialized tools or...
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Whole30 Poke Bowl
Try this no-cook, budget-friendly Whole30 Poke Bowl for a restaurant favorite that's a BREEZE to make at home.
Plant-Based Caesar Dressing
You need this Whole30 Plant-Based Caesar Dressing.
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Whole30 Curry Chicken Salad
Whole30 Curry Chicken Salad is a fantastic easy cold lunch option.
Jackfruit and Black Bean Tacos with Mango Avocado Salsa
Try these Jackfruit and Black Bean Tacos for a restaurant-worthy Plant-Based meal that whips up in a snap!
Plant-Based Mediterranean Bowl with Blackened Tempeh
Try this flavor-packed Whole30 Plant-Based Mediterranean Bowl with Blackened Tempeh for the perfect 30-minute meal!
Plant-Based Sheet Pan Pesto Bowl
Loaded with zesty flavor, this easy this Plant-Based Sheet Pan Pesto Bowl is a delicious way to feed the family or meal prep for the week.
Curried Chickpea Salad
This Whole30 Curried Chickpea Salad is an the perfect plant-based cold lunch solution.
Plant-Based BBQ Bowl
This Plant-Based BBQ Bowl is loaded with flavor!
Plant-Based Southwestern Bowl
This Plant-Based Whole30 Southwestern Style Bowl uses our Jackfruit and Black Bean Taco filling as the base for a fast 30-minute meal!
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Whole30 Corned Beef Hash
This Whole30 Corned Beef Hash is simple and fast to make, turning corned beef leftovers into a delicious eggless breakfast.
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Whole30 Corned Beef and Cabbage
Delicious any time of the year, Whole30 Corned Beef and Cabbage gets its time to shine, usually around St.
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Buffalo Chicken Meatballs
These easy Whole30 Buffalo Chicken Meatballs are delicious for dipping or as an entree for busy weeknights.
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Egg Roll Meatballs
Meet your new favorite 30-minute meal: Whole30 Egg Roll Meatballs.
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Whole30 Egg Roll in a Bowl
Enjoy all the classic flavors of egg roll topped with a quick sauce in this easy, 30-minute, one-dish meal.
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Whole30 Burger Bowl with Special Sauce
These Whole30 Burger Bowls with Special Sauce are loaded with all the classic fixings + an optional "cheese" sauce for an easy, anytime meal.
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Chinese Five Spice Chicken Wings
These Chinese Five Spice Wings are marinated and glazed with a simple 5-ingredient sauce and can be air-fried or oven baked.
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Plant-Based Sweet Potato Chili
This cozy Plant-Based Sweet Potato Chili is both nourishing and comforting.
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Whole30 Buffalo Chicken Wings
Get restaurant flavor at home with our perfectly crispy Whole30 Buffalo Chicken Wings.
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Whole30 BBQ Chicken Wings
Whether you need a Whole30 game day appetizer or just a fun date night in, these gluten-free and dairy-free Whole30 BBQ Chicken Wings are bound to be a fast favorite.
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Whole30 BBQ Sauce
This homemade Whole30 BBQ Sauce takes only 20 minutes to make and is adjustable to how YOU love your barbecue sauce.
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Whole30 Breakfast Kabobs
These Whole30 breakfast kabobs are quick, easy, and oh-so-fun!
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Chicken Breakfast Meatballs
Our tender Whole30 Chicken Breakfast Meatballs are the perfect balance of savory and sweet.
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Whole30 Sausage Gravy Soup
If you love biscuits and gravy, you will love this Whole30 Sausage Gravy Soup.
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Whole30 Taco Seasoning
A homemade taco seasoning is a staple you will find yourself using again and again.
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Whole30 Italian Meatball Skewers — Air Fry or Oven Bake!
These Whole30 Italian Meatball Skewers are our gluten-free, dairy-free take on a comfort food classic — in portable form!
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Whole30 Marinara Sauce
A Whole30 Marinara Sauce, or spaghetti sauce, is very easy to make at home with minimal ingredients.
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Whole30 Buffalo Sauce
This Whole30 Buffalo Sauce is a one-pan recipe that is about as easy as it gets!
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Salt and Pepper Chicken Wings
These Salt and Pepper Chicken Wings are not only Whole30, gluten-free, and dairy-free, but they use just baking powder, salt, pepper, and oil spray – making them egg-free and nut-free too!
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Whole30 Beef Stew for the Instant Pot or Slow Cooker
Cozy up with a bowl of our hearty and comforting Whole30 Beef Stew.
Plant-Based Chipotle Ranch Dressing
This Plant-Based Whole30 Chipotle Ranch is creamy, full of flavor, and easy to make in just 5 minutes.
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Whole30 Buffalo Ranch Bacon Chicken Salad
Could you possibly put more things that Whole30ers love into one dish?
Whole30 Buffalo Stuffed Peppers
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Whole30 Buffalo Stuffed Peppers
Heat things up with these addictive Whole30 Buffalo Stuffed Peppers!
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Whole30 Loaded Baked Potato Casserole
Want all the flavor of a loaded baked potato in an easy casserole format?
Plant-Based Whole30 BBQ Sauce
A good sweet and tangy BBQ sauce is a pantry staple.
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Balsamic Chicken Sheet Pan Meal
With just a few simple ingredients, this 30-minute Balsamic Chicken Sheet Pan Meal is the fast, delicious dinner solution you need!
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Ham and Hash Brown Casserole
This easy Ham and Hash Brown Casserole is a delicious way to use up leftover ham or just get your family fed and full!
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Sweet and Savory Citrus Crunch Salad
This Sweet and Savory Citrus Crunch Salad is everything you want in a salad - simple ingredients, minimal prep time, a colorful presentation, and flavors that POP.
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Warm Harvest Salad
Chockfull of roasted fall veggie favorites, this Warm Harvest Salad is a delicious and beautiful side dish to any holiday or cozy meal.
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Ranch Green Bean Casserole
This Ranch Green Bean Casserole is a zesty remake of an old favorite!
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Dairy-Free Ranch Egg Bites, 3 Ways
Let's put together two things Whole30ers love: eggs + ranch!
Dairy-Free Cheeseburger Casserole
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Dairy-Free Cheeseburger Casserole
What if you could take all the flavors of a cheeseburger and put it into a warm, cozy, Whole30-compatible casserole?
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Loaded Breakfast Potatoes from Whole Food for Your Family
Whether you’ve been part of the Whole30 community since the beginning or are just joining us (welcome!), chances are you know and love Autumn Michaelis.
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Cilantro Salsa Slaw from Whole Food for Your Family
Whether we’re enjoying it solo, using it as a base for Whole30 burrito bowls, or adding some crunch to lettuce-wrapped tacos, this Cilantro Salsa Slaw has become one of our favorite ways to pack more veggies into meals.
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Whole30 Enchilada Dip Bake from Whole Food for Your Family
This six-ingredient recipe from the upcoming Whole30 Endorsed cookbook Whole Food For Your Family feeds a crowd in a flash on busy weeknights and is loaded with creamy, “cheesy” enchilada-inspired goodness you’ll want to scoop up straight out of the pan.
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May 9, 2022, 3:50 pm
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Five Tips for Whole30 On a Budget
By Autumn Michaelis, author of Whole Food for Your Family Can I eat Whole30 on a budget? This is a question I get a...
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Whole30 Sweet Salsa Pork
This is a “copycat recipe” of a dish I love at one of my favorite fast-casual restaurants in Utah, and it was an instant hit with my large family … including the picky eaters who “don’t like” pork!
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April 30, 2021, 8:00 am
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Finding Food Freedom: John and Autumn’s Stories
Experiences of Food Freedom are as diverse as our community. Read Food Freedom Snapshots from Whole30 Coach John Yi and Whole30 Coach Program Manager...
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Whole30 Salsa Chicken Stew for your Slow Cooker or Instant Pot
This Whole30 Salsa Chicken Stew from Autumn Michaelis of Whole Food For 7 keeps going viral for a good reason.
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Roasted Sheet-Pan Salmon with Grapefruit and Asparagus
Sheet pan meals are a favorite for their minimal prep and ease of getting dinner on the table and this Whole30 Roasted Salmon Sheet Pan meal is no exception!
Autumn Family HERO
June 16, 2020, 9:10 pm
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Six Questions About Whole30-Inspired Eating With Kids
Whole30 Coach Autumn shares answers to 6 FAQs about how she transitioned her kids from the standard American diet to a Whole30-inspired style of...
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Whole30 Recipe Roundup: Whole30 Halloween Recipes
Delight your kiddos (or grown up kids) with these spooky, creepy and 100% Whole30 compatible Halloween recipes.
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July 22, 2019, 1:52 pm
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#MyMealPrepMethod: How Autumn Feeds Her Family of Seven
Many seasoned Whole30’ers tell us that a meal planning and meal prep routine are keys to sustaining their new healthy habits in their life...