Gluten-Free, Grain-Free Pumpkin Seed Basil Pesto

I’d like to thank Sun Power Cafe in L.A. for this gluten-free, grain-free recipe that’s also raw. Try it with your favorite gluten-free or grain-free pasta. INGREDIENTS 6 c fresh basil 1/3 c pumpkin seed (soaked 4 hrs) 1 tbsp lemon 2 cloves garlic 1/3 c extra virgin olive oil 1 tsp salt ½ tsp […]

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Cauliflower Mashed Potatoes-Gluten-Free, Grain-Free

I turn to this gluten-free, grain-free recipe whenever I’m in the mood for some tasty comfort food, especially when the weather’s cooler. Try it with a yummy chicken dish. INGREDIENTS: 4 ½ c cauliflower ¾ c cashews, soaked 4 hrs. (optional) 2 tbsp olive oil 1 ½ tsp salt 1 tbsp lemon juice 1 medium […]

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Avoid Cross-Contamination of Gluten with Toast-It Bags

In making a kitchen safe for celiacs, I recommend purchasing a new toaster specially designated for gluten-free use, which can be invaluable in avoiding cross-contamination. But what about when you’re traveling or eating over at someone’s house?  Now you can avoid cross-contamination with an innovative product called Toast-It Reusable Toaster Bags, which are convenient not […]

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Gluten-Free, Grain-Free Sweet Potato Fries

I like to make these at barbecues and in place of French fries as a healthier alternative. They are gluten-free and grain-free. They also make a great side dish.   INGREDIENTS: ½ c orange juice ¼ c oil (optional) ½ tsp of: ground ginger garlic salt pepper Cayenne pepper to taste (optional)   DIRECTIONS:   […]

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Swiss Chard and Mushrooms With Cajun’s Choice Blackened Seasoning-Gluten-Free, Grain-Free

    I have been using this spice on almost everything: salads, chicken, cole slaw, eggs and veggies. My favorite combo thus far has been swiss chard and mushrooms, liberally seasoned with this tasty spice:   INGREDIENTS: 1 bunch of swiss chard, torn into shreds 1 pint of white mushrooms, sliced 1 clove garlic, chopped […]

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Gluten-Free, Grain-Free Raw Cilantro Pesto

 This gluten-free, grain-free recipe comes from Debbie Radstrom. I like it because it really has a kick to it! Pair it with your favorite grain-free pasta.   INGREDIENTS: 2 c cilantro, chopped and packed 2/3 c walnuts 2/3 fresh lime juice 1 ½ tsp salt or Shoyu sauce ½ c spinach 1 tbsp garlic 1 […]

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Gluten-Free Spinach Ravioli

Spinach ravioli was always an easy way to get my kids to eat their greens! See my page with the ravioli recipe to make at home!   (Makes 4 servings) FILLING INGREDIENTS ½ c turkey Italian sausage ½ c thawed, chopped spinach 1/3 c ricotta 4 oz (about 1 cup) shredded cheddar ¼ tsp pepper […]

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Gluten Free Chicken Curry

Chicken curry is one of my favorite Thai dishes. I was determined to come up with a gluten-free version, and it is quite a success!   INGREDIENTS 4 teaspoons curry powder 1 teaspoon cumin 1 teaspoon corriander 2 minced garlic cloves 1 large onion diced 1 chicken breast diced 1 pack rice noodles Gluten-free soy […]

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Ginger – Soy Dip (Sauce)

This one is adapted from a “Martha” on one of her television recipes.   INGREDIENTS: ¼ c gluten-free soy sauce 3 tbsp rice vinegar 1 tbsp minced fresh garlic 2 tsp sugar ¼ tsp sesame oil     DIRECTIONS Stir all and serve with any Asian (gluten-free of course) wontons – pot stickers or even […]

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Gluten-Free Shepherd’s Pie with a Cauliflower Twist

This recipe is an old favorite which I made gluten-free and without potatoes.  I use mashed “cauliflower” as the topping and no one even knows.  Not even my pickiest tester – my daughter.   INGREDIENTS for topping: 1 head cauliflower 2 tbsp butter or soy butter – not melted 2 tbsp rice milk (or milk […]

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Crunchmaster Gluten Free Crackers

These Multi-Seed Crackers have crunch, flavor, and perfectly accompany any slice of cheese or dip and are great simply plain. The Roasted Garlic was not unlike a garlic cracker I used to eat prior to being diagnosed with celiac disease. The Sweet Onion was light but the crunch was perfect with the flavor. The plain […]

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Smoked Chicken Fettuccine

For all you Italian lovers out there, this recipe will be sure to please the palate. You can use my pesto sauce for pasta as well. For desert make some dairy free vanilla custard. INGREDIENTS
8 oz. uncooked GF fettuccini, broken in half1 c frozen peas6 slices bacon6 garlic cloves, peeled, thinly sliced½ c diced onion2 […]

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RC Fine Foods Kitchens Gluten Free Sauces

These recipes are generously donated by the head chef of RC Fine  Foods. Pair any of these delectable sauces with your choice of protein and  “Bon Appetit”. Please enjoy more recipes here. Want to know more about head chef, Anthony Todaro or RC Fine Foods? You can read more now. Gluten Free Marsala Sauce ¼ […]

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Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free Pesto

The more garlic, the better! you can put this on any dish including gluten-free bacon roasted chicken. INGREDIENTS   Handful of pine nuts 3 cloves of garlic, depending on taste Salt & freshly ground black pepper 3 handfuls of fresh basil, chopped Olive oil Drop or two of lemon juice to taste   DIRECTIONS   […]

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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 […]

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Gluten-Free Grilled Tandoori Fish

A delicious way to get those Omega-3s!   Prep time: 15 mins Marinate time: 1 hour Cooking time: 8 minutes INGREDIENTS   1 ½ c low-fat plain yogurt 2 tsp each garlic paste, grated fresh ginger, and paprika 1 tsp each curry powder, red chili powder, and ground cumin ½ tsp salt 4 (6-oz.) 3/4-inch-thick […]

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Gluten-Free Thai Catfish Skewers & Yummy Cabbage Slaw

Grill this outdoors for a delicious gluten-free summer entrée that’s sure to impress your guests! I like to pare this dish with some homemade gluten-free carrot cake. It is easy and fast to make and you can make it without the cabbage recipe. Prep time: about 15 mins Marinate time: 1 hour Cooking time: 15 […]

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Gluten-Free Tzatziki Sauce

This delicious gluten-free dip made fresh is great on sandwiches as well as served with your favorite raw vegetables as a delectable appetizer or snack.   INGREDIENTS 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil 2 tsp fresh lemon juice 2 c low-fat Greek yogurt 5 cloves garlic 1 c Kirby or English cucumber 3 tbsp chopped fresh […]

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Food and Company Review: Kitchen Table Bakers

100% pure cheese, crispy, delightful, fun, salty, and delicious. My taste testers and I all agreed these cheese crackers were full of flavor in each and every bite. These gluten-, wheat-, and sugar-free  “crisps” are all made with zesty parmesan cheese in nine flavors: aged, sesame, Italian herb, garlic, jalapeno, flax seed, rosemary, everything, and […]

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Food and Company Review: Foods Alive

A bi-family-owned company, Foods Alive has created a set of flax crackers which are in essence a “live food snack.” These dehydrated, certified organic golden flax crackers now come in eight flavors which my taste tester teams in L.A. and Florida tried. It was determined that they’re a true snack oozing health and flavor. All […]

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Pomegranate-Cranberry Sauce

I love cranberry sauce. This year I thought it would be fun to combine the fantastic flavor of pomegranates and cranberries. You only need four ingredients to make this cranberry sauce. The subtle flavor of the pomegranate juice adds a lovely depth to the sauce. If you are looking for a slightly new twist on […]

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Food and Company Review: Grainless Baker

One of my favorite foods on planet Earth is carrot cake. Since being diagnosed celiac, I have not really enjoyed a GF carrot cake, until today. The Grainless Baker has by far the best carrot cake, true to taste, frosting, and all that I’ve known of this dessert since my years of eating wheat prior […]

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Gluten-Free Food – Goldbaum’s Natural Food Company

Goldbaum’s offers a variety of gluten-free products which we were impressed with, one for one.  Any child would love to enjoy a scoop of ice cream in the vanilla ice cream cones. The chocolate sugar cones were a real treat. I dipped the top of the cones into melted chocolate, and we enjoyed playing around […]

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Easy Gluten-Free Sautéed Cabbage with Bacon

So good on anything! (Serves 8 ) What a hit this was at a dinner party I threw recently! So simple to make and so delicious. Chicken picatta is a good main dish to serve with it. INGREDIENTS 1 large head of white cabbage 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 8 strips of turkey bacon, […]

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Flank Steak with Chimichurri Sauce

Chimichurri sauce is a popular marinade among Argentine gauchos, who grill on an open barbeque in the pampas. Flank steak grows tender with the help of a marinade and cooks quickly. Serve some peach pie for desert and you family will be in heaven!   INGREDIENTS   1 ½ lb beef flank steak 6 cloves […]

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Recipe: Greek Chicken with Lemon Yogurt Sauce & “Contes Spinach Ravioli”

Following is a recipe submitted by a cook in my LA kitchen.  Click the following link to read/watch my full Conte’s review and video. Greek Chicken with Lemon Yogurt Sauce & “Contes Spinach Ravioli” I love Contes’ entire line!  His turned out extremely delicious. Here is a recipe I made to share with any of your readers, Tina. […]

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