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Category: Holiday
The GlutenTox Home Test Kit: Check This Out!
Recently while traveling on my European Book Tour, I came across a gluten test kit I had never used before, and I just had to share it with you! First of all, I believe that every celiac shouldn’t be without a gluten home test. Do you ever wonder about whether something is truly gluten-free? This […]
Strawberry Muffins or Bundt Cake
Phyllis Chinn sent this in and said this was an adaptation which she made from a “normal” recipe and she said it is truly a delicious gluten-free treat for anyone, celiac or not. Click here for more delicious gluten free recipes. My friends all love the chocolate sauce listed at my recipe page. It’s to […]
Brittle
This is a great recipe to make to keep for when you have guests and just for a yummy sweet snack. Make some cookies too. My daughter loves these and loves my gluten free pesto. INGREDIENTS 1 c sugar½ c corn syrup ½ c water1 tbsp butter1 tsp baking soda½ tsp salt2 tsp vanilla extract […]
Homemade Lollipops
The kids will love making these gluten-free lollipops and inventing their own flavors! INGREDIENTS 1 c sugar 1/3 c corn syrup ½ c water ¼ tsp cream of tartar Flavoring Lollipop sticks Liquid food coloring (optional) 1 tsp citric acid (optional, for a sour taste) DIRECTIONS 1. Turn a cookie sheet upside down, cover […]
Liz Lovely
I need to start out by letting you know that what I share with you in this review may just change your life! The subject at hand is cookies. Yes, cookies. Those delectable little (or large) morsels of “yum.” When it comes to gluten-free cookies, we celiacs tend to compromise and like our newfound cookies. […]
Company & Product Review: Sweet Christine’s
www.sweetchristinesglutenfree.com Safe to eat, healthy, gluten-free, and top-of-the-line yummy—that is how we are summing up Sweet Christine’s. Oh my, folks, brownies that are the best ever, better than the best wheat brownies I’ve had in the past—no kidding!—donuts that taste like donuts should, and a truly decadent chocolate lava cake that oozed with chocolate as […]
Road Trips with Your Celiac Child
For car trips, bring along a cooler or two with already-prepared gluten-free foods and snacks for your celiac child. Luckily for your child, there are more and more gluten-free snacks available which are perfect for road trips. For instance, you can order online various snacks such as gluten-free jerky, gluten-free potato puffs, and gluten-free popcorn. […]
Food Review: Heaven Mills Gluten-Free Bakery
Alta Schlesinger had a dream after some of her family members were diagnosed with celiac disease. Already with a propensity toward good cooking, she quickly turned a diagnosis into a fun challenge. Alta took many kosher traditional family dishes and turned them into gluten-free ones. Neighbors soon were asking for recipes and to purchase meals […]
Gluten-Free Essentials – A Company Thinking Outside the Box
This company is not only gluten-free, but it’s run by 2 women who understand the gluten-free business and who are fun. Between the two of them they count 15 grandchildren with immense care for the celiac. With children in mind they also evolved a line – Speedy Bake. These well designed and delicious mixes are […]
PUMPKIN BREAD OR MUFFINS
I like to make Pumpkin Bread in the autumn, when the fall colors are peeking through my window. It seems so perfect for morning coffee or afternoon snacks once the weather starts to get cool. Your home will be filled with the warm aroma of sweet cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves. This recipe makes traditionally […]
Gluten Free Getaways- Travel Safely Gluten-Free
This is a terrific site for gluten-free getaways and traveling. Many of the old timers( those familiar with the gluten-free arena) are well aware of Bob and Ruth’s. These two have done a tremendous job in pioneering this area and setting up incredible getaways we can do in the comfort of other who also need […]
Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free Tandoori-Style Lamb Chops
(serves 4) Looking for a spicy, unforgettable way to cook lamb chops? Look no further! And for desert make something to put this delicious gluten-free chocolate frosting on! INGREDIENTS 1 tbsp vegetable oil 1 tbsp Garlic-Ginger Paste (see below) 2 ½ tbsp Curry Spice (see below) 1 tsp salt 1 c plain low-fat dairy-free yogurt […]
The Gluten Free Cookie Jar Baking Co.
The delicious treats of the Gluten Free Cookie Jar Baking Co are now available everywhere, yet the facility is tucked away in South Florida, founded by nutritionist Randi Rakow. The company offers a variety of cream canoe cakes (Twinkies), cookies, and brownies. It was like the good ole days. While enjoying that creamy vanilla filling […]
Betty Crocker’s Four GF Mixes
Why did Betty Crocker decide to go gluten-free? Many people may assume it was a business decision to make more money due to the fact that gluten-free is becoming a fast-growing commodity. Actually, what happened was that two young ladies in the Betty Crocker business world found themselves suddenly in the gluten-free world—one diagnosed with […]
Only Oats – Wow, Gluten Free Oats!
Only Oats is simply that – only oats. There is no other grain in any of their products. I was honored to test a number of this company’s products. I had no idea oats could be made into so many ready-made mixes without another grain, resulting in our palates being quite surprised and satisfied. I was […]
Only Oats-Inspired Gluten-Free Recipe
Below is a recipe that was contributed by Mara Rouse, a field tester for my taste testings based off of the terrific Only Oats GF products. Before embarking on these, be sure to read up on the gluten-free baking tips and ideas, also other terrific recipes from other fine field testers using Only Oats. Enjoy! […]
Homemade Gluten-Free Vanilla Extract
Believe it or not, you can make this popular ingredient at home, too—and, boy, is it worth it! INGREDIENTS 6 Madagascar vanilla beans 6 Mexican vanilla beans 1 (1.75-l) bottle vodka DIRECTIONS 1. Split and scrape vanilla beans. 2. Place scraped beans and seeds in vodka bottle. 3. Screw cap on tightly, and shake […]
Gluten-Free Sweet Potatoes
(serves 8 ) A holiday favorite, for sure, but I enjoy this dish all year round! INGREDIENTS 7 medium sweet potatoes (4 lbs. total), cut into wedges 4 tbsp softened butter (1/2 stick) ½ tsp cinnamon ½ tsp nutmeg ¾ tsp brown sugar salt and pepper to taste DIRECTIONS 1. Steam sweet potatoes […]
Gluten-Free Cranberry Butter
This spread is one of my favorite holiday specialties! Try making these fun gluten-free tarts as well. INGREDIENTS 1 c butter, softened 3 tbsp confectioners’ sugar 2 tbsp cranberry preserves DIRECTIONS 1. In a medium bowl, beat butter at medium speed with an electric mixer until cream. 2. Beat in confectioners’ sugar and […]
Gluten Free Vacations – Helpful Site
Traveling gluten-free can be one big hassle. If you are celiac like me, it is a big dilemma just trying to plan a trip. I dread it from the start only due to the meal “considerations”. Don’t get me wrong- I LOVE traveling. The troubles lurking in a snack or with an uniformed hostess, […]
