Tips for Packing a Healthy Gluten-Free Lunch Box

Tips for Packing a Healthy Gluten-Free Lunch Box

There are lots of ways to pack a healthy gluten-free school lunch. First of all, it’s important to include your child in the planning the week’s lunches ahead of time. Let him pick out a fun lunchbox with a thermos and ice pack to protect foods at safe temperatures. Using a thermos and icepacks help […]

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Shirataki Noodle: A Gluten-Free “Food Secret”

Shirataki Noodle: A Gluten-Free “Food Secret”

  I research and test gluten-free food products on behalf of the gluten-free community. One product that has caught my attention is konjaku, also known as shirataki, konjac, konnyaku, and Devil’s Tongue. A versatile noodle, konjaku is gluten-free, high-fiber, calorie-free, low-carb, and rich in prebiotics. Konjaku was featured on BodyEcology.com, a website created by Donna […]

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GF Crispy French Toast for Two

GF Crispy French Toast for Two

This is such a delicious recipe for a nice husband and wife morning, or to play in the kitchen with the kids. It is delicious and fun no matter the company. INGREDIENTS 6 tbsp egg whites 3 tbsp milk (or soy or almond milk) 2 tsp sugar ½ tsp vanilla Butter Cinnamon (to taste) 4 […]

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Gluten-Free Granola Bars

Gluten-Free Granola Bars

I’m bringing you this recipe courtesy of Cream Hill Estates. For more delicious, gluten-free oats recipes, visit the following link: . Great to put in your kids lunches with some fresh fruit. INGREDIENTS 2 cups Desiccated coconut, unsweetened 1 1/2 cup Oats, rolled, old fashioned * 1 1/2 cup Raisins 2 cups Sunflower seeds 1/3 […]

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Gluten-Free Chocolate Shortbread Cookies

Gluten-Free Chocolate Shortbread Cookies

Mmmm…what a delicious combination chocolate and shortbread make! This recipe was donated at the 2009 Tampa Bay Celiac Group Cookie Exchange. INGREDIENTS ½ c unsalted butter ¼ c granulated sugar 1 tsp vanilla ¾ c flour mix (I use white rice, potato, and tapioca) 2 tbsp sweet rice flour (I use white) ¼ c cocoa […]

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Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free Chocolate Carrot Cake

Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free Chocolate Carrot Cake

  Who would have ever thought that decadent desserts could be allergy-friendly and healthy, too? INGREDIENTS ½ cup white rice flour ¾ cup sorghum flour ½ cup tapioca starch 1 tbsp baking powder 1 tsp xanthan gum ½ tsp ground cinnamon, optional 1 pinch ground cloves, optional ¼ tsp salt 2 large eggs ½ cup […]

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Pecan-Raisin Gluten-Free Cinnamon Rolls-Chebe Product

Pecan-Raisin Gluten-Free Cinnamon Rolls-Chebe Product

I use the delicious Chēbē Cinnamon Roll-Up Mix for this quick, mouth-watering recipe! If you want, whip up some chocolate sauce to dip the rolls into. INGREDIENTS 1 c pecans, chopped 1 c raisins 1 7.5-oz. package Chēbē Cinnamon Roll-Up Mix 1 tbsp oil 1 large egg 3 tbsp applesauce 3-4 tbsp milk, or liquid […]

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Vegan Better Batter Pumpkin Brownies

Vegan Better Batter Pumpkin Brownies

A delicious holiday treat! This carrot cake goes well with it for the holidays. INGREDIENTS 15 oz. can pumpkin I package of Better Batter Brownie Mix DIRECTIONS 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees for metal pans. For glass, dark, or non-stick coated pans, preheat to 325 degrees instead. Grease bottom only of pan. 2. Stir […]

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Gluten and Allergen Free Expo in Chicago- April 29th- May 1st-2011

Gluten and Allergen Free Expo in Chicago- April 29th- May 1st-2011

Living Without, the nation’s leading magazine for people with Celiac Disease, gluten sensitivity and food allergies, has become the title sponsor of the 4th annual Gluten & Allergen Free Expo, to be held April 29 – May 1 in Chicago.  Living Without has teamed up with Jen Cafferty, nationally recognized expert on cooking and living […]

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Gluten-Free Scottish Oatcakes

Gluten-Free Scottish Oatcakes

(makes 18 oatcakes) A wonderful breakfast invention, these can be served with honey, butter, or jam, but they’re just as satisfying plain. They make an excellent hors d’oeuvre or a yummy snack, topped with smoked fish or other meat, or cheese for those who aren’t dairy-sensitive. INGREDIENTS ½ c shortening 1 c regular GF oats […]

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Gluten-Free Sweet Potato Chips

Gluten-Free Sweet Potato Chips

This is a yummy snack all on its own or served with your favorite fish for “fish and chips” with a twist! This dish make a healthy appetizer if you use them to dip into fresh soup. INGREDIENTS 2 (8-oz.) garnet yams or sweet potatoes, halved lengthwise, cut into 3/4-inch-wide wedges2 tbsp ghee or unsalted […]

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Bionaturae-  Amazing Gluten Free Company

Bionaturae- Amazing Gluten Free Company

Bionaturae (bee-oh-na-too-ray) is a family-owned organic company located in Italy. It translates to mean “organic nature.” We’ve tested their gluten-free pasta as well as their spreads, organic tomato sauce (in glass jars), balsamic vinegars, olive oils, and nectars. Each product we tested conveyed life an Italian organic farm. The products are pure. You simply taste […]

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Make-Ahead,  Gluten-Free Chocolate Cake with Roasted Apples

Make-Ahead, Gluten-Free Chocolate Cake with Roasted Apples

(serves 14- 16) This one is SO yummy! Oh my gosh you will love it! If you really love chocolate you can use chocolate frosting on it as well. Make sure to make this a day or two ahead of time and refrigerate it then bring it to room temperature before serving, as it will […]

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Gluten-Free Coconut Nutty Cookies

Gluten-Free Coconut Nutty Cookies

I’m a known cookie lover, and this recipe is one of my favorites. INGREDIENTS 1 c coconut oil 6 tbsp unsweetened apple sauce 1 tsp salt 2 tbsp pure vanilla extract 3/4 – 1 ¼ c agave 2 c gluten-free flour mix ¼ c flax meal 1 tsp baking soda 1 ½ tsp xanthan gum […]

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Gluten-Free Streusel Topping

Gluten-Free Streusel Topping

This gluten-free version of this classic topping is easy and delicious! You can put it on any gluten free dessert. 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 […]

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Gluten-Free Meringue Cookies

Gluten-Free Meringue Cookies

Now you can prepare these airy, scrumptious cookies at home with this easy gluten-free recipe! INGREDIENTS 3 egg whites ¼ cream of tartar ¾ c superfine sugar ¼ tsp vanilla DIRECTIONS 1. Preheat oven to 200 degrees. 2. Beat 3 egg whites with 1/4 tsp cream of tartar until soft peaks form. 3. Add ¾ […]

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Everyday Grain-Free Gourmet-by Jodi Bager and Jenny Lass

Everyday Grain-Free Gourmet-by Jodi Bager and Jenny Lass

Everyday Grain-Free Gourmet is a cookbook offering a clarification to and simplification of the grain-free diet and its health benefits. It also clarifies some specific points regarding the Specific Carbohydrate Diet and offers some well-researched and documented history and evidence about the diet. Bestselling authors Jodi Bager and Jenny Lass met one day while on […]

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Gluten-Free Sugar Cookies

Gluten-Free Sugar Cookies

Another wonderful recipe I learned about at the 2009 Tampa Bay Celiac Group Cookie Exchange that I just had to share with you!  If needed, make sure to use my sugar agave conversion for your everyday baking. INGREDIENTS 2 ½-in sticks (10 oz.) unsalted butter, at room temperature 1 c sugar pinch of salt 4 […]

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Gluten-Free Pecan Cookies

Gluten-Free Pecan Cookies

This was donated by a teenager at the 2009 Tampa Bay Celiac Cookie Exchange.INGREDIENTS 2 eggs1 1/3 c firmly-packed brown sugar5 tbs gluten-free flour mix1/8 tsp xanthan gum1/8 tsp salt1/8 tsp baking powder1 tsp vanilla1 c broken pecans DIRECTIONS 1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees. 2. Whip eggs until light. Gradually add flour, xanthan gum, […]

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Gluten-Free Krumkakes

Gluten-Free Krumkakes

These cookies are popular not only in Norway but also among Norwegian immigrant descendants, who reside in the American Midwest. They are traditionally prepared for Christmas, along with other Norwegian goodies, offering a sweet dessert after the traditional Christmas Eve dinner of pinnekjøtt (literally “stick meat”)—salted, dried, and sometimes smoked lamb’s ribs. I’ve been using […]

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