Frequently Asked Questions

Have a question? We’re here to help! Browse through our FAQ for quick answers to common questions about recipes, cooking tips, and more.

Account and Site Features

How do I reach you?

Drop me a note through the contact page or join our community chat. I check messages daily and love hearing your kitchen stories and questions.

How often do you add new recipes?

Fresh recipes hit the site every Tuesday and Friday morning - that's when I test new dishes in my kitchen. Sign up for my weekly email and I'll send you the latest recipes, plus what I'm planning to cook next week. During holidays and seasonal changes, I add extra recipes using ingredients that are fresh and available.

Can I save my favorite recipes?

Once you're signed in, just click the heart icon to save any recipe to your personal recipe box. You can organize them into your own collections like "Weeknight Dinners" or "Kids' Favorites." Need a printed copy? Each recipe has a print button that gives you a clean, easy-to-read version - with or without photos, your choice. Your saved recipes work on phone, tablet, or computer.

How can I contact Quickie Recipe?

Please do! If you make something you love, share it with friends and family. When posting on social media, tag me @quickierecipecom so I can see your version. All I ask is that you link back to the original recipe rather than copying the full instructions - helps keep everything organized for everyone.

Can I share recipes from your site on social media?

Yes! We love it when you share our recipes, just make sure to credit Quickie Recipe when you do.

Cooking and Recipes

How do I adjust recipe servings?

Each recipe shows what works for my family. For bigger batches, I usually double everything except seasonings - add those gradually to taste. Going smaller? Most recipes cut in half easily, but things often cook faster so keep an eye on timing.

Can I swap ingredients?

That's what home cooking is all about! Every recipe includes my tried-and-true substitutes right in the notes section. Had to figure these out during my own pantry emergencies. There's a "Quick Swaps" list showing what's worked for common ingredients.

Where's the nutrition info?

You'll find basic nutrition details under each recipe. They're estimates based on the ingredients I use at home. For specific dietary needs, check our detailed ingredient lists and always adapt to what works for your family.

How do you mark kid-friendly recipes?

Look for the "Family Tested" badge - these recipes passed the test with my own kids and their friends. The recipe notes include tips for adjusting spice levels and making them more kid-friendly.

Can I share my recipes?

Send me your kitchen wins! Share your recipe through our "Community Kitchen" page. If it fits our site, we'll test it in our kitchen and share it with your story.

Cooking Tips and Techniques

Got baking tips?

Each baking recipe includes my troubleshooting notes. Look for the "Baker's Notes" section showing what can go wrong and how to fix it. Room temperature ingredients really do make a difference!

How long do leftovers last?

You'll find storage tips based on how the recipe actually holds up in my fridge. Check the "Storage Notes" for freezing instructions and reheating tricks that keep the food tasting fresh.

Need help getting started?

Jump into our "Kitchen Basics" collection. These recipes build your skills while making something delicious. Each one includes extra tips and photos showing tricky steps.

How often do new recipes appear?

Fresh recipes go up every Tuesday and Friday. Seasonal collections update monthly, and holiday recipes pop up a few weeks before each celebration.

Can I save recipes for later?

Create your recipe box to save favorites and add cooking notes. Everything syncs across your devices, and you can print recipe cards with your own notes included.

Meal Planning and Categories

Do you offer meal plans?

Check out our "Weekly Menu" section. It shows what I'm actually cooking for my family, complete with shopping lists and prep-ahead tips. New plans go up every Friday.

What are the popular recipe sections?

Most readers head straight to "Weeknight Winners" (30 minutes or less), "Make-Ahead Magic" (prep now, cook later), and "One-Bowl Wonders" (minimal cleanup). Our seasonal collections update monthly.

How do I find special diet recipes?

Use our recipe filters to find exactly what you need - whether it's gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian, or vegan. Each recipe includes tested substitutions for common allergens.

When do seasonal recipes update?

New recipes pop up as ingredients hit my local market. The "In Season Now" collection updates twice monthly, showing what's fresh and how to use it.

What makes a recipe a "Website Favorite"?

These are recipes that our community makes again and again. They're tested across different kitchens, seasons, and skill levels - true crowd pleasers!