Now that you’re gluten-free, you don’t have to say goodbye to your favorite recipes. If you have tons of family recipes that have been handed down to you, this can be very good news!

The conversion process is simple: just use gluten-free flour blend (which you can make yourself using my gluten-free flour blend recipe—or buy it prepackaged) one-for-one. This applies to cookies, pancakes, and muffins.

Does your recipe require cake flour? You can make your own by combining 1 ¼ cups of your gluten-free flour blend with ¼ cup of tapioca starch or flour or ¼ cup of corn starch.

The one-for-one substitution doesn’t apply to all recipes, though, such as with Danish sweet rolls and yeast breads.

Miranda Jade
www.GlutenFreeHelp.info

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I like bacon, and I like candy, so I gave this recipe a try, and boy, was it delicious! Kids will love this gluten-free treat, for sure.

INGREDIENTS

1 lb. bacon

Brown sugar

DIRECTIONS

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

2. Slice bacon into 1-in.strips and coat with brown sugar.

3. Bake at 350 degrees on a broiler pan for approx. 15 mins., turning once.

4. Cool and store in an airtight container.

Miranda Jade

www.GlutenFreeHelp.info

INGREDIENTS

2 tbsp black peppercorns

2 tbsp cardamom seeds

2 tbsp coriander seeds

2 tbsp cumin seeds

1 tsp whole cloves

1 tsp grated nutmeg

2 tsp cinnamon

DIRECTIONS

1. Obtain a heavy-bottomed frying pan or skillet to dry-fry the spices.

2. Put the peppercorns, cardamom seeds, coriander seeds, cumin seeds, cinnamon pieces and whole cloves into the pan over a medium heat. If you use a higher heat than this, you’ll prematurely cook the spices, which leaves the insides of them undercooked.

3. Toast the spices, stirring occasionally until they have become several shades darker. They will also give off a sweet, smoky smell when they are cooked properly, usually about 10 minutes.

4. Transfer the mixture to a mortar & pestle, spice mill, or grinder. Grind to powder.

5. Add grated nutmeg and mix together well.

6. Use mixture immediately or store in an airtight container in a cool place for up to 3 months.

Once you’ve made it yourself, trust me, you’ll never go back to store-bought!

Miranda Jade

www.GlutenFreeHelp.info

The gluten-free version of this classic topping is easy and delicious. Top your favorite desserts with it for a new, scrumptious twist!

INGREDIENTS

½ c firmly packed brown sugar

½ c quick-cooking GF oats

1/3 c GF flour mix

6 tbsp butter, melted

DIRECTIONS

1. In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, oats, and flour.

2. Stir in melted butter.

Miranda Jade

www.GlutenFreeHelp.info

INGREDIENTS

2 c Better Batter Gluten Free Flour

1 tsp salt

1/3 c sugar (sugar may be added to taste)

4 eggs

1.5 c milk, milk substitute, or water

poppy seeds, to taste

1 egg-white

DIRECTIONS

1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Grease 1 or two cookie sheets or muffin top tins.

2. In an electric mixer, beat the flour, salt, 4 eggs, sugar and milk or water on high speed for 7-10 minutes. This should produce a batter with the consistency of soft butter-cream icing.

3. Working quickly, spoon this mixture by ½-cup portions onto prepared cookie sheets or muffin top tins. Wet hands and gently smooth and flatten mounds to a width of 3-4 inches and a depth of 1/4 to 1/2 inch.

(Note: If you desire a soft edge to the bun, as with store-bought buns, use a cookie sheet and place mounds so that they touch slightly when flattened. For a crisper crust on all surfaces of the bun, use a muffin top tin or do not allow buns to touch on cookie sheet.)

4. Mix together 1 egg white with a little water and the poppy seeds until well-combined. (I like a heavy amount of poppy seeds.) Brush mixture onto the dough.

5. If desired spray with cooking spray – this will improve the finished appearance and texture of the cooked bun.

6. Place in hot oven and bake 15-20 minutes or until golden brown and puffed.

7. Allow to cool completely before slicing.

Miranda Jade

www.GlutenFreeHelp.info

I’m pleased to say that my popular Gluten-Free “No Pudge” Brownies in a Cup recipe has made it into the latest Vancouver Chapter Canadian Celiac Association’s Newsletter! My “No Pudge” brownies are one of my favorite quick gluten-free desserts. These babies are low-fat and don’t even taste gluten-free. The best part? They take just a minute to make in the microwave!

The CCA is a fantastic organization—what an honor to have my recipe featured by them.

Hungry for some delicious brownies? Check out my “No Pudge” Brownies in a Cup recipe here:

http://glutenfreehelp.info/20-minute-recipes/no-pudge-brownies-in-a-cup-2-points-weight-watchers/

Tina Turbin
www.GlutenFreeHelp.info

INGREDIENTS

Chicken breast halves

1 c VEGENAISE mayonnaise

1 tbsp paprika

¼ tbsp cayenne

2 tsp olive oil

DIRECTIONS

1. Char-grill chicken breast halves quickly and then bake in 350-degree oven for about 30-40 mins.

2. Chop chicken up into fine or large pieces, according to preference.

3. In a bowl, mix 1 c mayonnaise, 1 tbsp paprika, ¼ tbsp (or to taste) cayenne pepper, and 2 tsp olive oil.

4. Mix up and save extra for another meal.

5. Add mayo to create your desired consistency.

6. Serve on GF toast or as a salad.

Miranda Jade

www.GlutenFreeHelp.info

INGREDIENTS

4 cups gluten-free flour mix

2 tsp. baking soda

2 tbsp baking powder

2 tsp. cinnamon

1/2 tsp salt

1 cup light agave

1/2 cup honey

2 cups VERY, VERY ripe bananas– that is the key to this recipe!!!!

1 cup milk or 1 cup rice or almond milk

1 cup vegetable oil or coconut oil

4 eggs

(Optional: 1-2 chopped nuts of your choice– walnuts are delicious)

DIRECTIONS

Very simple and yet DELICIOUS to make. Use VERY, very ripe bananas for this recipe.

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.

2. Mix all your dry ingredients together in one larger bowl. Mix well. Leave out the nuts.

3. Mix all your wet ingredients in another bowl.

4. Fold the wet into the dry until very well mixed. Once it is well mixed you may add your nuts (optional) by also folding in. Do not overbeat.

5. Evenly oil your two bread pans or glass cooking dishes with vegetable oil or coconut oil.

6. Pour equal amounts into each baking dish.

7. Garnish with nuts if you prefer.

8. Place in the center of your oven and bake 20 minutes. You may need to bake a bit longer; it will all depend on your oven and baking dishes.

9. Test doneness by touching the top and it will gently spring back and be soft, and not “wet” in the middle. It is not necessary to do the knife test on this recipe.

Enjoy alone, with melted butter or even almond butter. Yummy!

Tina Turbin

www.GlutenFreehelp.info

This was contributed by Brenna Jensen, who writes, “I have made this pie so often; the crust is great as posted in the recipe, but I’ve also used it to make pumpkin and berry pie as well. Enjoy!” Thanks, Brenna!

INGREDIENTS

Pastry Crust

(makes two crusts)

1 1/2 cups gluten-free flour (Bob’s Red Mills All Purpose Gluten Free Flour, Avail at Kroger & online)
1/3 cup cornstarch
1/2 cup sugar
1 teaspoon xanthan gum (Bob’s Red Mills)
8 tablespoons butter, cut into pieces
1 large egg
1 tablespoon gluten-free vanilla extract (Available online at the Gluten Free Pantry)

Apple Filling

7 medium apples, peeled, cored and very thinly sliced. Use mildly sweet to tart very crisp apple (such as Granny Smith, Braeburn, Cortlands)
1/2 cup sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt

Crumble Topping

3/4 cup light brown sugar
3/4 cup gluten-free flour (See above)
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/3 cup butter, chilled & cut into small pieces

DIRECTIONS

Pastry Crust

1. In a mixing bowl stir together the flour, xanthan gum and cornstarch.

2. Then add the sugar, butter, egg and vanilla and mix until combined.

3. Remove dough from bowl and knead and fold on a surface dusted with GF flour until well well combined.

4. Divide into two pieces and wrap in plastic wrap, place one in the refrigerator to chill and place the other in the freezer for later use.

5. Go ahead and make Apple Filling while the Pastry Crust is chilling.

6. After approx 20 minutes, remove dough from refrigerator and roll into a ball.

7. Using a rolling pin, roll the dough out on a lightly GF floured surface until it is the thickness of a normal pie crust.

8. Place crust in a 9 inch glass pie dish that is lightly sprayed with non stick spray.

9. Using a fork poke a bunch of holes in the sides and bottom of the crust.

Apple Filling Instructions

10. In a large bowl mix apples, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt.

11. Set aside and let the juices mix.

Crumble Topping Instructions

12. In a small bowl mix together brown sugar, GF flour and nutmeg.

13. Next mix in the chilled butter and cut it in with a fork or other tool until you have a course crumbly mixture.

Assembling your Pie

14. Preheat oven to 400°F.

15. Spoon apples into your pie crust, mounding in the middle and pouring the sugary juices over top.

16. Sprinkle your Crumble Topping all over the top (use it all).

17. Use tin foil to cover edges of crust as it will burn easily.

18. Bake for approximately 35 minutes, topping will be lightly browned and filling will be bubbly.

19. Let cool for at least an hour before serving.

Yum!

Contributed by Brenna Jensen

Tina Turbin

www.GlutenFreeHelp.info

This filling is not only gluten-free, but it is also casein-free and no one will ever know it! With the right touch of FRESH basil, this delicious filling will really wet the appetites of your family or friends. Kids love this one!

See my page with the ravioli recipe to make at home!

(Makes 20 full-size homemade raviolis)

INGREDIENTS

1/3 cup fresh basil, finely chopped (leave it a bit irregular for more texture)

1- 8oz. tub Follow You Heart Vegan Gourmet Cream Cheese “alternative” (OR use real cream cheese, if you prefer dairy)

1/3 cup plus 2 TBL Galaxy Foods Rice Grated Topping (OR use fresh grated parmesan cheese, if you prefer dairy)- taste and alter the parmesan to your taste

DIRECTIONS

1. Mix all this up with the back of your fork until well-blended and fairly smooth, not pureed. Do not be tempted to use a hand mixer.

2. Fill your ravioli shapes with approx. 1 heaping tsp and seal edges well.

3. Cook ravioli according to your own recipe or this one.

Tina Turbin

www.GlutenFreeHelp.info