Gluten-Free Blueberry Pie

Gluten-Free Blueberry Pie

INGREDIENTS: One double gluten-free pie crust 5 cups fresh wild blueberries ¾ cup maple sugar ¼ cup rice flour 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1 teaspoon lemon zest ½ teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon rice milk, or egg yolk for brushing 1 tablespoon sugar, for sprinkling DIRECTIONS: 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. 2. In a […]

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Gluten-Free Crostini with Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto and Feta Cheese

Gluten-Free Crostini with Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto and Feta Cheese

There’s always a little Italian in all of us, and for us on a Gluten-Free diet, we have to come up with ways to satisfy all our taste desires – and we easily can. Here you go! INGREDIENTS: Sun-dried tomato pesto: ¾ cup sun-dried tomatoes (not packed in oil) 3-4 cloves garlic, to taste 1 […]

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Gluten-Free “OH MY!” Browny Muffins

Gluten-Free “OH MY!” Browny Muffins

These are to die for! They are a wonderful result of trial and error but this one does it! Makes approx. 30 brownies INGREDIENTS 2 ¼ cups gluten free baking mix for brownies 1 cup maple sugar 1 tablespoon plus ½ teaspoon baking powder ½ teaspoon baking soda ½ teaspoon xanthan gum 1 teaspoon salt […]

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Gluten-Free Waffle Cones

Gluten-Free Waffle Cones

INGREDIENTS 1 whole large egg 1 egg white ¼ teaspoon sea salt ½ cup light agave syrup or maple “sugar” 2/3 cup rice flour (brown) 2 tablespoons coconut oil 1 teaspoon vanilla extract DIRECTIONS 1. Pre-heat wafflecone press to about darkness level 3-4. 2. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk the egg and egg white […]

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Gluten-Free Chicken Breasts with Cherry-Chocolate Sauce

Gluten-Free Chicken Breasts with Cherry-Chocolate Sauce

INGREDIENTS ¼ cup plus 2 tablespoons salt 4 cups water 4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves ¼ cup rice flour 1 ½ tablespoons coconut oil 1 ½ tablespoons olive or vegetable oil 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth 1/3 cup dried cherries 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar 2 tablespoons brandy (optional but good) 1 ounce unsweetened chocolate, […]

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Gift idea- Give Away A Cookie KIT!

Gift idea- Give Away A Cookie KIT!

TERRIFIC GIFT IDEA! Darneed Best Gluten-Free & Grain-Free Cookies in a KIT I love Elana Amsterdam’s theory about cooking as well as her sincere desire to find healthy alternatives to avoiding the highs and lows of blood sugar without giving up the taste. I have taken her choc. chip recipe and made a fun gift out […]

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Making Holiday Baking Fun With Your Celiac Child

Making Holiday Baking Fun With Your Celiac Child

Be sure to read my December column in the newsletter of the National Foundation of Celiac Awareness, devoted to the topic of the seasonal activity of holiday baking with your celiac child.  This time of year can be a challenge, yet the article offers practical, informative tips on how to create a new, gluten-free tradition every […]

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Gluten-Free Vegetable Latkes

Gluten-Free Vegetable Latkes

Best served with applesauce and sour cream. INGREDIENTS 1 large parsnip, peeled and shredded 2 large russet potatoes, scrubbed and shredded 2 large carrots, peeled and shredded 3 leeks (white and light green parts only) or 1 onion, chopped ¾ cup rice flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 3 large eggs, beaten (or egg substitute) Salt […]

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Gluten-Free Pizza for the Newcomer

Gluten-Free Pizza for the Newcomer

I decided to create this recipe for the newer Gluten-Free eater. Many people that are new to a Gluten-Free diet are thrown into the kitchen to make meals and bake much more than they had previously. This can put people at a loss, not to mention a longing for foods they feel they can never […]

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Gluten-Free Walnut Energy Bars

Gluten-Free Walnut Energy Bars

This recipe is delicious and has loads of protein, but does require Gluten-Free oats. INGREDIENTS 1 cup Gluten-Free oats 1 cup Gluten-Free oat bran ¼ cup rice flour 1 cup walnut pieces 1 ½ cups coarsely chopped dried figs ½ cup rice or whey protein powder ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon ½ teaspoon ground ginger ¼ […]

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As Gluten Awareness Grows, So Does Variety of Gluten-Free Treats

As Gluten Awareness Grows, So Does Variety of Gluten-Free Treats

You’ve just been diagnosed with celiac disease or you’ve discovered you have a gluten intolerance. Now what?  You’re going to have to be on a gluten-free diet from now on, your doctor informs you. But wait. Before your disappointment at the thought of diet restrictions starts to set in, take note that there are some […]

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Gluten-Free Grandma’s Peach Pie

Gluten-Free Grandma’s Peach Pie

Just like Grandma made it! INGREDIENTS 1 double gluten-free pie crust ¼ cup maple sugar 3 tablespoons rice flour Pinch of salt 1 teaspoon cinnamon (optional) 5 cups fresh ripe peaches, sliced (if using frozen, then thaw fully) 1½ teaspoons vanilla extract ¼ cup maple syrup, for brushing crust DIRECTIONS 1. Preheat oven to 350 […]

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Gluten Free Delicious TRUE Graham Crackers

Gluten Free Delicious TRUE Graham Crackers

This recipe is truly delicious and a graham cracker replacement. You can cut them big enough for s’mores (the typical graham cracker shape and size), crumble them for pie crust, or cut little shapes, like that “other” brand. INGREDIENTS 2 ¼ cups Cooqi Basic Gluten-Free Baking Mix (you may use other Basic GF mixes) 1 […]

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Gluten-Free Fish Cakes

Gluten-Free Fish Cakes

Bake the potato in the microwave to save time. You can use any mild white fish instead of cod. INGREDIENTS 1 large russet potato, baked and peeled 4 strips bacon, chopped 4 scallions (white parts), chopped 1 pound cooked cod, flaked 1 egg, beaten Salt and pepper to taste 2 cups crushed REAL GOOD Gluten-Free […]

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Here’s Mara Baking my GF Coconut Macaroons!

Here’s Mara Baking my GF Coconut Macaroons!

Mara from California kindly sent in these shots of her making my gluten-free coconut macaroons. Delicious! Thank you Mara!

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Gluten-Free Coconut Macaroons

Gluten-Free Coconut Macaroons

Ingredients: 2/3 cup sweet rice flour 5 cups flaked coconut (14 oz package) ¼ tsp salt 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk 2 tsp vanilla Directions: 1. Prepare 2 cookie sheets by placing parchment paper or liners on both pans. 2. Mix together: sweet rice flour, coconut and salt. 3. Add and mix with […]

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Gluten-Free Herb, Salami and Goat Cheese Pizza

Gluten-Free Herb, Salami and Goat Cheese Pizza

Easy, easy and just what you need to handle that craving this evening! 1 gluten-free pizza crust 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 1 medium red onion, halved and thinly sliced 2 large or 3 medium Roma tomatoes, sliced 4 ounces goat cheese, crumbled 1 TBS sage 1 TBS snipped fresh rosemary 4 oz sliced hormone-free […]

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Tina Shares Healthy Tips and a DELICIOUS Chocolate Brownies Recipe!

Tina Shares Healthy Tips and a DELICIOUS Chocolate Brownies Recipe!

As many of you know, I personally strive to eat a healthy, gluten-free diet, yet still LOVE to enjoy delicious, healthy treats. If you visit the link to my debut article in the August issue of the National Foundation for Celiac Awareness (NFCA) newsletter, you will find a helpful healthy-eating “tidbit”, and a delicious chocolate […]

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Gluten-Free Carrot Quinoa Cake

Gluten-Free Carrot Quinoa Cake

You can make an egg-free version of this cake by replacing the eggs with flax gel. The cake’s texture will be denser and heavier but it will taste just as good. Enjoy it plain, with cream cheese frosting, jelly of your choice or top it with a dusting of powdered sugar. This version has more […]

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Gluten-Free Arepas

Gluten-Free Arepas

Serve these South American cornmeal cakes with a side of pico de gallo or fresh corn salsa. INGREDIENTS 2 cups precooked cornmeal 1 teaspoon salt 2 cups hot chicken broth or water ½ cup canned black or pinto beans, drained ½ cup shredded rice or soy cheese 1. Combine the cornmeal and salt in a […]

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