Company & Product Review: Sweet Christine’s

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 […]

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How is Sjögren’s Syndrome Diagnosed?

How is Sjögren’s Syndrome Diagnosed?

There are several ways to test for Sjögren’s which I have added below, even though I have an Article on this very topic posted at the Gluten Free Help website. I personally had the eye test done (brings back memories) and then the blood test done. I have an account with a lab and can […]

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Food Review: Heaven Mills Gluten-Free Bakery

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 […]

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Going Blind! by Sandi Star, CCN

Going Blind! by Sandi Star, CCN

  I remember using a ton of eye drops and never getting any relief. I was finding pieces of Sclera (the white, dense, fibrous outer coating of the eyeball) inside the lids and I was getting scarring. I was working full time and going to school at night; looking at a computer screen all day and books […]

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RC Fine Foods Kitchens Gluten Free Sauces

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 Essentials – A Company Thinking Outside the Box

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 […]

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Product Company Review: Custom Choice Cereal

Product Company Review: Custom Choice Cereal

I’m sitting here with three gluten-free custom cereals, each one blended to my specifications, even down to the name. Custom Choice Cereal is really an innovative idea to help those on the gluten-free diet. The company allows anyone to choose a base for their mix, then choose out 1-11 out of 13 “ingredients,” then (get […]

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Gluten-Free Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies

Gluten-Free Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies

This delicious cross between peanut butter and chocolate cookies will be sure to please the whole family! Make some gluten-free chocolate brownies too! INGREDIENTS   1 (1-qt.) jar Gluten-Free Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookie Mix ½ c butter, softened 1 large egg 1 tsp vanilla extract   DIRECTIONS 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line baking […]

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Food Review: Bio-K+ Does It Again

Food Review: Bio-K+ Does It Again

Bio K Plus has just released a new probiotic supplement for celiacs and dairy-free, soy-free, and sugar-free individuals. Each little bottle offers 50 billion—yes, billion—beneficial bacteria at the time of consumption.  The recent product is organic-sprouted-rice-based and free of dairy, wheat, corn, soy, and sugar, not to mention certified organic. When we originally product-tested Bio-K+’s […]

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Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free Tandoori-Style Lamb Chops

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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Authentic Foods

Authentic Foods

Many people who are new to the gluten-free diet are inclined initially to purchase ready-made muffins, breads, cookies, etc. Nutrition sits on the back burner, and the desire for good-tasting foods takes precedence. Authentic Foods is one company that is out of the ordinary when it comes to nutritional content, flavor, and convenience. I’ve had […]

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RC Fine Foods – Innovative Company

RC Fine Foods – Innovative Company

I interviewed RC Fine Foods Corporate Executive Chef, Anthony Todaro, after testing three of their soup bases as well as a unique food thickeners; and an array of Caulis’, all GF of course. He informed me their products are available through Redi-Base for the home consumer. RC Fine Foods is broadly known for their superior-quality […]

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Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free Vanilla Custard

Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free Vanilla Custard

I like to reward myself with this delicious treat! INGREDIENTS ½ c gluten-free cornstarch 2 c vanilla soymilk, almond milk, or hemp milk 1 whole vanilla bean ½ c agave syrup 2/3 c mixed  berries   DIRECTIONS 1. Place cornstarch in medium saucepan. Whisk in ¼ c milk and cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, […]

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You Bar –Create and Name Your Own Healthy Bar

You Bar –Create and Name Your Own Healthy Bar

With a passion for the outdoors, nutrition, and family, Ava Bise began creating her own snacks to maintain her energy as she skied and taught lessons on the ski slopes of California. The You Bar company eventually evolved after friends began requesting these nutrition-packed snacks and the idea of a business caught the attention of […]

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Gluten-Free Grilled Tandoori Fish

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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The Gluten Free Cookie Jar Baking Co.

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 […]

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So Delicious™ Dairy-Free Sponsors First National Non-GMO Month

So Delicious™ Dairy-Free Sponsors First National Non-GMO Month

This is the latest Press Release that I am honored to share with my gluten-free readers with approval from the Marketing Service Manager, Chris Turek. . I love Turtle Mountain™ Coconut ice-cream as many of you do too: Eugene, OR – So Delicious™ Dairy Free, America’s leading brand of dairy-free foods, is proud to sponsor the first ever […]

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Gluten-Free Heavenly Chocolate Sauce

Gluten-Free Heavenly Chocolate Sauce

This sauce can be made dairy-free, too! Pour it over gluten-free chocolate chip banana bread to eat a slice of heaven!   INGREDIENTS 1 c butter 6 (1-oz.) squares unsweetened chocolate 1 ½ c sugar 1 c firmly packed brown sugar 2 c heavy whipping cream or non-dairy whipping cream 1 tsp vanilla extract   […]

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Betty Crocker’s Four GF Mixes

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 […]

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Flourless Chocolate Cake

Flourless Chocolate Cake

  This is one of my favorite, standby desserts. It’s a Flourless Chocolate Cake that is super-simple to make and never fails to please guests, whether they’re gluten-free or not. Carol Fenster Read Carol’s in depth and personal interview now! Printed with permission from 1,000 Gluten-Free Recipes by Carol Fenster (Wiley, 2008) 2 cups whole […]

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